According to family confirmation to TRT Afrika, Tukur died on Saturday at his Abuja residence following a prolonged illness.

A Storied Political Legacy

Tukur left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s political landscape across multiple eras:

• Second Republic & State Governance: He previously served as the governor of the defunct Gongola State during the Second Republic.

• Federal Ministerial Role: He held the position of Minister of Industries under the military administration of former Head of State, General Sani Abacha.

• Party Leadership: After pursuing ambitions for the presidency, he assumed the mantle of PDP National Chairman, placing him at the epicentre of major national political developments.

Survived by 17 children, Tukur is scheduled to be laid to rest on Saturday at the palace of the Lamido of Adamawa in Yola, Adamawa State.

Deadly Attack Leaves 11 Dead and Several Missing in Adamawa Village

In a separate tragic development, at least 11 people have been confirmed killed following a brutal dawn raid by suspected Boko Haram insurgents on Zaranga village, located in the Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

The assailants invaded the community in the early hours of Monday, shooting indiscriminately and setting numerous houses ablaze, which forced panicked residents to flee into the surrounding bushes.

Speaking anonymously to Punch, a local resident confirmed that search teams and security personnel have deployed into nearby forests to track down individuals still unaccounted for. While 11 bodies have been recovered so far, community members fear the death toll could rise as search and rescue operations continue. Another grieving resident confirmed that the onslaught tragically claimed the lives of three members of his immediate family, including his wife.

Inside the Collapsed Deal

The 22-year-old Senegal international had already completed a medical ahead of the proposed blockbuster move before the deal dramatically fell apart shortly before the transfer window closed.

Prior to the breakdown, Monaco had rejected two initial bids from Chelsea before lowering their asking price amidst a turbulent finish to the window, particularly as Folarin Balogun’s proposed move to Everton faced uncertainty. Once Balogun’s exit appeared likely to proceed, Monaco reconsidered letting Camara go. Ultimately, despite widespread reports that the club needed a major summer sale, both players stayed put in France.

Commenting on the dramatic close of the window ahead of Monaco’s match against Strasbourg, Camara noted:

“There was a possibility I could leave. It didn’t go through at the last minute and that’s part of football. I’ve turned the page and am focusing on the season.”

Looking Ahead at Monaco

While a Monaco source had previously emphasized that the club demanded a substantial fee for the midfielder—with French outlets noting a preference to cash in on Balogun instead—Camara has already embedded himself in Monaco’s strong start to the new campaign. The team won their opening three Ligue 1 fixtures, sitting second behind Rennes with a game in hand heading into the weekend.

Confident about his current standing and future, Camara concluded:

“I can help the team a lot. Football moves fast. Maybe other opportunities will come along. But for now, I’m staying focused on the season with Mo.”

According to Atiku, Nigerians will enjoy lower fuel prices because production will happen domestically through in-country refineries. Sharing his economic vision in a post on X, he drew an analogy using local manufacturing:

“Think about shoes. If government wants Nigerians to buy shoes more cheaply, it can spend public money making imported shoes cheaper, or it can support shoemakers in Aba to reduce their production costs so they can make more shoes here, employ more Nigerians and sell at more affordable prices.”

He added, “I chose the Aba shoemaker. I will do the same with fuel. We will support crude refined in Nigeria so our refineries can produce at a lower cost and you can pay less.”

A Broader Vision for Economic Relief

Atiku emphasized that his policy goals extend far beyond fuel prices, aiming to lower the overall cost of living and ease economic burdens for everyday citizens.

• Lower Transport and Food Costs: He stated an ambition to reduce daily commuter bus fares and cut down the transport costs of moving food items from farms to local markets.

• Support for Small Businesses: The former Vice President promised to ease energy burdens for ordinary business owners, including traders, barbers, tailors, and welders.

• Direct Impact: Concluding his pledge, Atiku said, “My promise is personal: I want you to feel relief in your pocket, in your home and in your daily life. I will make life affordable again. I will make Nigeria affordable again. It is a promise.”