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The Katsina State Police Command has confirmed the successful hosting of a North-West zonal symposium and stakeholders’ dialogue aimed at promoting safer and more efficient livestock transportation across Nigeria.

The event, organised by the Amalgamated Union of Foodstuffs and Cattle Dealers of Nigeria (AUFCON), North-West Zone, was held on Saturday at the Local Government Service Commission Conference Hall in Katsina.

With the theme, “Enhancing Road Safety in Livestock Transportation and Addressing Blockages on National Highways,” the symposium brought together government officials and key players in the livestock and food trade sectors to discuss challenges affecting the movement of animals and agricultural products.

Among those in attendance were Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar Radda; Deputy Governor Faruk Lawal Jobe; Jigawa State Deputy Governor, Aminu Usman; Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari; Minister of Livestock Development, Muktar Idi Maiha; Minister of Housing, Mustapha Rabe; Minister of State for Agriculture, Senator Aliyu Sahabi Abdullahi; and Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture, Bello Kaoje.

The gathering also attracted cattle dealers, foodstuff traders and representatives of butchers’ associations from across the North-West region.

According to the police command, adequate security arrangements were put in place throughout the event, ensuring a peaceful and hitch-free exercise.

The command expressed optimism that resolutions reached during the dialogue would contribute to improving road safety and enhancing the efficiency of livestock transportation nationwide.

Katsina Hosts Stakeholders’ Forum On Safer Livestock Transportation is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has given Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas a seven-day ultimatum to ensure that lawmakers refund N110bn spent on vehicle procurement and support allowances, which a Federal High Court declared unlawful.

In a letter dated June 20, 2026, and signed by SERAP Deputy Director Kolawole Oluwadare, the organisation demanded that members of the Senate and House of Representatives return to the public treasury all monies, allowances and benefits derived from the schemes.

The demand followed a judgment delivered by Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Lagos in Suit No. FHC/L/CS/1606/2023, which held that the spending of N40bn on 465 vehicles for lawmakers and N70bn in support allowances for newly elected legislators violated procurement laws, constitutional provisions and public trust.

SERAP said the court’s findings established that the schemes were tainted by self-dealing, conflict of interest and a failure to prioritise the national interest.

“Flowing from Justice Bogoro’s judgment, there must be consequences and full restitution for the lawmakers’ failure to comply with their constitutional and statutory obligations, particularly in relation to the unlawful expenditure of the N110 billion, as found by the Court,” the organisation stated.

According to SERAP, allowing lawmakers to retain benefits obtained from expenditure declared unlawful would undermine public confidence in democratic institutions and run contrary to constitutional provisions aimed at curbing corruption and abuse of power.

The group argued that although the court did not expressly order the refund of the funds, the judgment, when read alongside the Constitution, anti-corruption laws and Nigeria’s international obligations, provided sufficient legal basis for restitution.

SERAP warned that it would institute legal action against Akpabio, Abbas, other lawmakers and the National Assembly if the recommended measures were not implemented within seven days.

“We would be grateful if the recommended measures are taken within 7 days of receipt and/or publication of this letter. If we have not heard from you by then, SERAP shall take all appropriate legal actions against you, other lawmakers, and the National Assembly to secure the recovery and return of the unlawfully expended N110bn in the public interest and in accordance with the rule of law,” the letter stated.

The organisation also called on the leadership of the National Assembly to establish mechanisms that would ensure future procurements and public spending comply with due process and principles of transparency, accountability and value for money.

It further urged the National Assembly to institutionalise public hearings on its budget during every budget cycle and proactively publish detailed budgetary and expenditure information to enhance transparency and strengthen public confidence.

SERAP maintained that the reimbursement of the funds would help restore public trust, deter future abuses and ensure that public resources are deployed for the benefit of Nigerians rather than private enrichment.

SERAP Gives Akpabio, Abbas 7 Days To Refund N110bn is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Shockwaves and disbelief gripped residents on Sunday after the bodies of infant twins were discovered by police operatives attached to

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The chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the 16 local government areas of Kwara state have reaffirmed that the party’s governorship primary was won by the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Engineer Yakubu Danladi-Salihu.

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The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has celebrated fathers across Nigeria on the occasion of Father’s Day, commending their

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The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has declared that the state will not serve as a safe haven for criminals and fraudsters.

This was contained in a statement issued to newsmen on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa.

He said the warning was made during the handing over of stolen vehicles to their rightful owners.

According to the statement, “Following the successful recovery of four stolen vehicles through intelligence-led police operations Special Intervention Squad (SIS) and Badawa Division during coordinated operations carried out across Kano, Yobe and Kaduna states within the past week.

“One of the major breakthroughs involved the arrest of a suspect, Suleiman Umar, in Damaturu, Yobe State, over the alleged use of a fake bank alert to fraudulently obtain a red Kia Forte valued at N9.5 million from a Lagos-based automobile dealer. The suspect reportedly confessed to the offence, and the vehicle was recovered and returned to its owner.”

He said that, in another operation, police recovered a red Dalhatsu Sirion reportedly stolen from outside its owner’s residence in Tarauni Local Government Area of Kano State. The vehicle was found abandoned, while efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects are ongoing.

The command also recovered an ash-coloured Hyundai Elantra allegedly stolen from an event centre in Kano. Police said the suspects abandoned the vehicle in Zaria, Kaduna State, during a tactical operation before fleeing the scene.

Similarly, a Toyota ambulance belonging to EHA Special Hospital, stolen alongside solar batteries and other valuables after suspected attackers assaulted security guards, was recovered abandoned along Zaria Road and returned to the hospital management.

While receiving their vehicles, the owners commended the Kano State Police Command for its swift response and professionalism in recovering and returning them.

The Commissioner of Police warned that criminals involved in vehicle theft and fraud would find no refuge in Kano State.

He also urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies to support ongoing investigations and enhance public safety.

Kano not safe haven for criminals, fraudsters — CP Bakori

Former Kaduna State Governor, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has tasked President Bola Tinubu to declare a national emergency on

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The ugly incident, the Nigerian Tribune learnt, happened at Agodo community, in the Kopabe area of Abeokuta. It motive behind the dastardly act were still unknown, as the development had left family members, neighbours and associates in shock and disbelief.

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The Bauchi State House of Assembly has been thrown into mourning following the death of the member representing Sakwa Constituency, Hon. Mohammed Wanzam Zaki.

The lawmaker died in the early hours of Sunday after a brief illness, according to an announcement by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abubakar Y. Suleiman.

Until his death, Wanzam served as Chairman of the House Committee on Budget and Appropriation and was regarded as one of the key lawmakers in the Assembly.

In a statement issued by his spokesman, Mukhtar Garba Kobi, the Speaker described the late legislator as a devoted public servant who discharged his responsibilities with commitment and a strong sense of duty.

Suleiman said the deceased made valuable contributions to legislative activities and worked tirelessly in the interests of his constituents and the state.

The Speaker prayed for Allah’s mercy upon the deceased and asked God to grant his family, friends and constituents the strength to bear the loss.

The statement also announced that the funeral prayer for the late lawmaker would take place at the Gwallaga Juma’at Mosque in Bauchi on Sunday.

Governor Bala Mohammed also expressed grief over the death of the lawmaker, describing it as a significant loss to Bauchi State.

In a condolence message issued through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, the governor said Wanzam’s life was defined by humility, integrity and dedication to public service.

According to the governor, the late legislator earned the respect of colleagues and members of the public through his commitment to the welfare of the people and his contributions to governance.

Mohammed noted that Wanzam played a vital role in legislative oversight and budget-related matters, particularly through his leadership of the House Committee on Budget and Appropriation.

“We have lost a dependable legislator, a bridge-builder and a committed servant of the people whose contributions to the development of Bauchi State will be remembered,” the governor said.

He extended condolences to the family of the deceased, the people of Sakwa Constituency, the Katagum Emirate Council, and members of the Bauchi State House of Assembly.

The governor prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul and asked Allah to grant him Aljannatul Firdaus.

Bauchi Assembly member Zaki dead

She stated on Sunday this when she led a delegation of the hospital’s management team on a courtesy visit to the President General of Awka Development Union, Chief Fred Chinwuba in Awka the state capital.

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