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In recent times, Bauchi State has been embroiled in allegations of corruption implicating high-ranking officials and close associates of the state’s leadership. Central to these allegations is Shamsudeen Bala Mohammed, son of Governor Bala Mohammed, and the Commissioner of Finance, Yakubu Adamu. It is alleged that they have utilized a network of companies to divert state funds for personal enrichment. All in a bid to run for Guber and Senatorial seats in 2027. Alleged Conduit Companies for Diverting State Funds 1. RZI Ventures Global Resorts: This company is purportedly used to disburse monthly stipends to Shamsudeen and his associates.…

By Abdullahi O Haruna Haruspice In the golden years of Nigerian diplomacy, the world did not condescend to Nigeria. It did not dare. The voice of Nigeria on the global stage was clear, deep, and reverberating. It was the era of Brigadier General Joseph Nanven Garba, a towering diplomat, a soldier of intellect and influence, who never walked into international negotiations as a beggar, nor did he permit Nigeria to be patronized as a second-class entity. When he spoke, the world listened—not out of courtesy but out of the sheer weight of Nigeria’s sovereign authority. Garba’s tenure as…

The Federal Government of Nigeria notes with concern the outrageous allegations, misinformation, and defamatory statements being disseminated by Tigran Gambaryan, an American personnel of Binance who was recently tried in Nigeria for financial crimes. While the Federal Government of Nigeria is reluctant to engage Mr. Gambaryan, due to the high-level diplomatic intervention that resolved his case, we are compelled to set the record straight to prevent his falsehoods from gaining traction. The first visit of Mr. Gambaryan and his colleagues to Nigeria was at their own discretion, and the Government was not officially involved. However, when the…

Nigeria today boasts of only a handful of statesmen who would take a stand—fearlessly—for the right thing, caring less whose ox is gored. Mallam Nuhu Ribadu is one of those few men who fall within the quarters of this kind of upright standing. Historically, those who know his pedigree can attest. His remarks, on Thursday at the annual lecture of the National Association of the Institute for Security Studies (AANISS) is proof of this, again. Responding to the remarks of the Chief of Defense Staff, General Christopher Musa, who told the audience that the Canadian High Commission in Nigeria…

The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, led Nigeria’s delegation in high-level negotiations and coalition-building efforts to secure a key position within the African Union’s (AU) peace and security architecture. This diplomatic achievement reaffirms Nigeria’s leadership in African diplomacy and its unwavering commitment to continental peace and security. Through strategic coordination and effective diplomacy, Nigeria secured the re-election of Ambassador Bankole Adeoye as the AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, with an overwhelming 46 out of 48 votes. Additionally, the country retained its seat on the AU Peace and Security Council (AUPSC),…

A member of the Labour Party (LP) in the House of Representatives Honourable George Ozodinobi (Deputy Minority Whip) representing Njikoka/Anocha and Dunukofia federal constituent of Anambra State has publicly commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its bold tax reform bill, describing it as a critical step toward restructuring Nigeria and fostering national unity. The lawmaker, whose remarks struck a rare bipartisan tone, revealed he initially viewed the bill as a “near-perfect document” during its first presentation. However, following consultations urged by the Speaker and Deputy Speaker, he deepened engagement with constituents and stakeholders. He expressed gratitude to the National…

A renewed offensive by Nigeria’s security forces has left terrorists and bandits cornered, with key figures either surrendering, being eliminated, or fleeing into permanent hiding. The latest operations have not only neutralized notorious bandit leaders but have also successfully cut off their arms supply chains, making further insurgent activities increasingly impossible. This is according to a statement released on Thursday by the Initiative to Save Democracy, and signed by its President, Mr Akinloye James. “One of the most significant breakthroughs occurred earlier this week when troops of Operation Fansan Yanma in Nasarawa Burkullu, Zamfara State, intercepted and eliminated…

The recent victories recorded by Nigeria’s Armed Forces against terrorists and key bandits in the country have been commended by the Security Watch Network for Good Governance (SecWatchNGG), which has also hailed the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle for his leadership in dealing with Nigeria’s security crisis. The pro-good governance and security group, in a statement signed by its President, Mallam Abdullahi Fagge on Wednesday, stated that the country had recently recorded a streak of victories against bandits, and this had not gone unnoticed. “Within the past few months, and more recently the past few days,…

One of the greatest challenges in managing security and its growing complexities is coordination. Who brings the entire apparatus together to focus on a common objective? With an array of tactical units, defense agendas, and political considerations often pulling in different directions, the gap between political leadership and security operations has historically undermined efforts to maintain law and order. Bridging this divide requires a unifying figure capable of harmonizing diverse agendas into coherent action. The concept of a National Security Adviser (NSA) emerged from the need for effective coordination of security policies and crisis management in an increasingly complex…

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun spoke with the London-based African Business Magazine on the plans of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to turn-around the Nigerian economy. In his interview he expresses optimism that the government is on the right track and making the right decisions that would reap benefits in both the short and long term. Here are 10 major highlights from that interview: 1. He is optimistic about Nigeria’s economic trajectory and that Nigeria will experience economic stability in 2025: “Without any doubt, I am very optimistic about our nation’s…