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Former Senator representing Kaduna North Senatorial District, Senator Suleiman Abdu Kwari, has filed a suit before the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking judicial intervention over the conduct of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Kaduna North Senatorial nomination process and his alleged exclusion from the contest. In a statement issued on June 19, 2026, Senator Kwari said the decision to approach the court was taken after careful consideration and exhausting available internal party mechanisms without achieving a satisfactory resolution. According to him, having been duly screened, cleared, and certified eligible to participate in the Kaduna North Senatorial Primary Election, he entered the process in good faith and with confidence in the principles of internal democracy, fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity. However, he noted that developments following the suspension of the primary election process raised concerns about compliance with the Electoral Act, t...

By Muazu Abubakar Albarkawa  The Mutawallen Zazzau, ProfessorAminu Ladan Shuraihu, has described the elevation of Professor Haliru Umaru to the rank of Professor as a landmark achievement worthy of celebration. He made the remark during a reception organized by the Siddiq family in honour of the academic at the Federal University of Education (FUE), Zaria. He said the recognition was not only a personal achievement for Professor Umaru but also a source of pride for the academic community, Zazzau Emirate and Kaduna State as a whole. Alhaji Abubakar Siddiq noted that Professor Haliru Umaru's journey to the highest academic rank was built on years of dedication, commitment to scholarship and service to humanity. He urged academics and students to emulate the values of hard work, discipline and perseverance demonstrated by the celebrant throughout his career. In his goodwill message, the National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, congrat...

The Maradin Zazzau, Dr. Haruna Muhammad Jumare, has described traditional institutions as important pillars for preserving the cultural heritage, unity and development of the Zazzau Emirate. He stated this during the turbanning ceremony of aides under the title families of Maradin Zazzau, Wakilin Watsa Labaran Zazzau and Dan Saran Zazzau, following the approval granted by the Emir of Zazzau, His Royal Highness Ambassador Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli, for the three title holders to appoint and turban their respective aides. Dr. Jumare explained that the gesture was aimed at strengthening the traditional institution and ensuring that more individuals contribute meaningfully to the growth and progress of the Emirate. He called on the newly turbaned title holders to see their appointments as a call to service and to uphold the values of integrity, loyalty, humility and commitment to community development. Also speaking, Alhaji Sani Ibrahim Tanko, Wakilin Watsa Labaran Zazzau, expressed a...

By Muazu Abubakar Albarkawa  The Member representing Giwa West Constituency in the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Hon. Umar Auwal Bajimi, has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of Democracy Day, urging citizens to remain committed to the principles of democracy, peace, unity, and good governance. In a Democracy Day message made available to journalists, Hon. Bajimi described June 12 as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s democratic journey and a reminder of the sacrifices made by patriotic citizens in the struggle for democratic rule. He commended the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, for his commitment to inclusive governance, infrastructural development, youth empowerment, and policies aimed at improving the welfare of the people across the state. The lawmaker also applauded the Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly and members of the Assembly for their dedication to legislative duties and their efforts in promoting laws and policies that supp...

 Member representing Zaria City Constituency in the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Hon. Barr. Mahmud Lawal Isma’ila, has announced that Governor Uba Sani has approved additional road projects for communities within Zaria Local Government Area as part of efforts to expand infrastructure and improve the welfare of residents. The lawmaker disclosed that the governor approved the consideration of two additional roads in addition to the two road projects earlier approved for the area. According to him, the proposed projects were identified after consultations with key stakeholders, including the member representing Zaria Kewaye Constituency, Hon. Isa Haruna Ihamo; the Director-General of the Kaduna State Schools Quality Assurance Authority, Prof. Usman Abubakar Zaria; Chairman of the Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board, Hon. Muhammad Usman Mai Elsa; Shehu Muhammad Albarka (Tension); and Hon. Danlami Dan Premier. He explained that the stakeholders identified three strat...

The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Education (FUE), Zaria, Prof. Yahaya Isa Bunkure, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to supporting the successful hosting of the 3rd National Education, Trade, Innovation and Investment Summit (NATIIS) 2026. Prof. Bunkure gave the assurance while receiving a delegation from the Zazzau Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ZAZCCIMA), led by the Chairman of the Summit’s Main Organising Committee, Malam Yahaya Garba (Garkuwan Madakin Zazzau), who briefed him on preparations for the event. The summit, jointly organised by ZAZCCIMA and the Federal University of Education, Zaria, is scheduled to hold between October 30 and November 8, 2026. Speaking during the briefing, Malam Yahaya Garba disclosed that the organising committee had made significant progress towards ensuring a successful summit, adding that consultations and partnership engagements had already commenced with key organisations and stakeholder...