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Former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has defended the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, dismissing allegations made against him by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, as diversionary and unfounded. Sani, in a statement via his X handle @shehusani on Sunday, said the former governor should concentrate on addressing allegations reportedly raised against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission rather than making what he described as “phantom claims” against the National Security Adviser. “The ex-governor of Kaduna State should focus on the allegations before him and clear his name instead of diverting attention with his purported and phantom claims against the NSA,” Sani said. He questioned the timing of the allegations, asking why such sensitive information was not made public earlier. “Why the delay in disclosing such sensitive information to the public until when he was invited? His antics and deceptions should be ignored,” he ...

Amid swirling claims of a poisonous gas allegedly imported to trigger fear and panic, concerned Nigerians have raised an urgent call: while Nuhu Ribadu remains steadfast in safeguarding lives and institutions, Nasir El-Rufai must be held accountable for spreading narratives capable of destabilizing national security. Nigerians Push Back Against Reckless Allegations A coalition of civic-minded Nigerians has strongly condemned what they described as reckless and politically motivated statements by former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. They urged the public to focus on verified facts, caution, and national security, rather than fall prey to fear-driven narratives. Addressing journalists, Victor Mathew Bobai said El-Rufai’s allegations against the Office of the National Security Adviser were “misleading, inflammatory, and capable of eroding public trust in security institutions.” He emphasized that the NSA, under Nuhu Ribadu, continues to operate with professionalism, di...

Governor Uba Sani's administration faces backlash from APC Ex-Councillors Forum over 17 months of unpaid entitlements, sparking fears of political rebellion and electoral consequences. Key points: - *Unpaid Entitlements*: Severance packages, allowances, and pension benefits owed to 255 ex-councillors. - *Protest Planned*: Statewide peaceful protest on February 3, 2026. - *Internal Crisis*: Growing dissatisfaction among APC executives, appointees, and loyalists. - *Electoral Risks*: Potential impact on APC's 2027 prospects and President Tinubu's re-election.

For decades, Kano politics has been a theatre of perpetual motion—loud, crowded and endlessly combative. Elections came and went, governments changed, yet the underlying rhythm remained the same: tension over stability, politics over policy and survival over strategy.  Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s (AKY) alignment with the All Progressives Congress (APC) may well mark the first decisive break from that cycle. This is not merely a political realignment; it is an appointment with history. Kano’s greatest paradox has always been its strength. As Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre of the North, blessed with population, enterprise, culture and talent, the state should have been miles ahead. Instead, political fragmentation has repeatedly turned energy into friction. Governments spent too much time fighting for legitimacy and too little time governing for growth. AKY’s move into the APC, aligning Kano with the party at the centre, directly confronts this structural weakness. Sta...

By Tinubu-Uba Leadership Network  NewsMedia ,2027(TULN) A Shared Democratic Legacy with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu At defining moments in history, the destiny of a people is shaped by the quality of leadership they choose. Kaduna State is once again at such a moment. Ahead of 2027, the path forward demands leaders who are grounded in the realities of the people, guided by conscience, and courageous enough to stand for justice, inclusion, and development. That is why the combination of Governor Uba Sani and Comrade Senator Shehu Sani represents the most credible, people-oriented leadership option for Kaduna State one firmly rooted in Nigeria’s long struggle for democracy. What binds Governor Uba Sani and Comrade Shehu Sani is not political convenience, but shared history and shared sacrifice. Long before holding public office, both men were active participants in Nigeria’s pro-democracy movement during the years of military dictatorship. At a time when speaking out attr...

Comrade Musa Mohammed Moonlight has announced he's no longer writing for SAHARA REPORTERS due to a disputed report on armed groups attacking two churches in Kaduna, allegedly abducting 100 worshippers. The report, which claimed bandits stormed churches in Kurmi Wali, has been called false and fabricated by Moonlight, citing lack of fact-checking and bias. The incident has sparked controversy, with some sources confirming abductions in Kaduna, but with varying numbers. Reverend John Hayab of the Christian Association of Nigeria reported 172 worshippers kidnapped, with 9 escaping, while police are still confirming details ¹ ². SAHARA REPORTERS has faced criticism before for alleged misinformation and bias. The Nigerian Army has also dismissed reports from the outlet as "false and misleading" in the past. Musa Moonlight calls the report false and fabricated, citing lack of fact-checking and bias. The incident has sparked controversy, with varying reports on the n...