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Northern Governors, Traditional Rulers Hold Emergency Security Meeting In Kaduna

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Northern governors and traditional rulers are convening at the Government House in Kaduna State to address escalating security concerns across the region. The meeting, initially scheduled for Saturday, November 29, 2025, brings together leaders from several northern states to craft a coordinated response to persistent security threats. “The meeting aims to develop a unified approach to tackling security concerns affecting the region and discuss the way forward on security matters,” Peter Ahemba, Senior Special Assistant to the Nasarawa State Governor on Public Affairs, told Daily Trust. He added that the Nasarawa State government had proactively organized the session to make decisive decisions to prevent security breaches in the state. “It is the duty of citizens to help deal with security threats in our country and state. Therefore, citizens must provide security agencies with relevant information about individuals with criminal tendencies,” Ahemba said. Among the governors attending are Uba Sani (Kaduna), Umar Bago (Niger), Inuwa Yahaya (Gombe), Nasir Idris (Kebbi), Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa), Abdullahi Sule (Nasarawa), Umar Namadi (Jigawa), Dauda Lawal (Zamfara), and Mai Mala Buni (Yobe), alongside several traditional rulers from the region. The gathering is expected to outline collaborative strategies and strengthen intelligence sharing among northern states to curb insecurity.

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Abducted Kaduna Anglican Priest Edwin Achi Dies In Captivity

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The Anglican Diocese of Kaduna has confirmed the passing of Venerable Edwin Achi, the Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero, who was abducted alongside his wife and daughter on October 28, 2025. In its announcement on Wednesday, the diocese described his death as deeply devastating, calling him “a painful loss to the entire diocese, the clergy, the church family, and all who were blessed by his faithful ministry, humble spirit, and unwavering devotion to the service of God.” While confirming Achi’s death, the church also disclosed that his wife and daughter are still being held by the kidnappers. The statement added, “We continue to pray for the release of his wife and daughter who are still in the hands of kidnappers.” As a mark of respect, the diocese cancelled its Stand Up for Jesus 2025 programme, saying, “On this note, the Stand Up for Jesus 2025 is hereby cancelled in honour of the late Venerable Edwin Achi.” Daily Trust reports that the priest and his family were seized after armed men invaded their residence in Nissi community, Chikun LGA of Kaduna, not long after the family moved into the area. The abductors were said to have demanded N600 million for their freedom. Achi hailed from Umuaja in Ukwuani Local Government Area of Delta State.

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El-Rufai Alleges Kaduna Government Paid ₦1 Billion To Bandits, Sparks Outcry

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Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has accused the current state administration of paying ₦1 billion to bandits, igniting a political controversy. Speaking at a recent public event, El-Rufai claimed the government has been not only making payments but also negotiating with and issuing apologies to criminal groups responsible for ongoing attacks across the state. “One billion naira was paid to bandits by the current Kaduna government. They are paying bandits and apologizing to them. If the governor or anyone disagrees, let them come out and deny it — we have the evidence and proof,” El-Rufai said. The allegations have drawn strong public reactions amid Kaduna’s persistent security challenges, which include killings, mass abductions, and attacks on schools and highways. Security experts warn that if the claims are confirmed, they could severely damage the credibility of the government’s security strategy. Residents and political observers are now calling for transparency and an official response from the state government regarding the handling of Kaduna’s security situation.

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Abuja–Kaduna Train Derails Near Asham, Passengers Evacuated Safely

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A passenger train traveling from Abuja to Kaduna derailed on Tuesday morning, prompting panic among commuters as several coaches went off the track near Asham along the rail corridor. The train, which departed the Nigerian capital at approximately 9:45 AM, encountered the derailment en route, forcing passengers to evacuate in a hurry. Eyewitnesses report scenes of confusion as travelers scrambled to safety from the affected coaches. As of the time of filing this report, no casualties have been confirmed. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has yet to release an official statement regarding the incident. The cause of the derailment remains unknown, but authorities are expected to launch a formal investigation into the incident. This is a developing story.

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Rigging Fears Grip Edo, Kaduna Ahead of August 16 By-Elections

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Tensions are rising in Edo and Kaduna States ahead of Saturday’s by-elections, with opposition parties and election monitors alleging prewritten results, compromised Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials, and recruitment of armed thugs to intimidate voters. In Edo, the Coalition of Observer Groups warned of plans to manipulate results in Edo Central Senatorial District and Ovia Federal Constituency. The group alleged tactics similar to those seen in the disputed September 2024 governorship poll, including duplicate result sheets prepared before collation and police harassment of opposition agents. A senior Peoples Democratic Party figure claimed results are already being written in Government House, with controversial INEC officials from Rivers State deployed to oversee the vote. The coalition urged Governor Monday Okpebholo to ensure a peaceful, violence-free process. In Kaduna, the African Democratic Congress and Social Democratic Party accused the ruling APC of mobilising 4,000 thugs, bribing INEC staff, and raising billions for vote buying and security compromise. They named a serving commissioner and a former senator as alleged key actors. Opposition groups in both states called on INEC to replace questionable officials, guarantee transparent collation, and secure polling centres. INEC and the police are yet to respond.

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NSA Ribadu Boasts of Killing Terror Leaders Along Abuja-Kaduna Highway

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By Kamal Yalwa: August 1, 2025 Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has revealed that several notorious terrorists responsible for insecurity along the Abuja-Kaduna expressway have been eliminated. Speaking at an interactive session hosted by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation in Kaduna, Ribadu identified the slain terrorists as Kachalla Boka, Dogo Isah, and Kachalla Shekau, noting that their deaths have significantly improved security along the once-deadly highway. “You can drive from Abuja to Kaduna now because we killed those bastards,” Ribadu said bluntly. “Kachalla Boka, Dogo Isah, and Kachalla Shekau were in control of those areas.” He added that the renewed confidence in the route’s safety has prompted federal officials, including ministers, to abandon air travel for road trips. “Even last night, we drove from Abuja. It’s a statement we want to make. All the ministers — we stopped everyone from flying,” he declared. Ribadu’s remarks highlight the federal government’s ongoing efforts to reclaim key transportation corridors from criminal control and restore public confidence in the nation’s road networks.

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SDP Expels El-Rufai, Bans Him from Party Activities for 30 Years

SDP Expels El-Rufai, Bans Him from Party Activities for 30 Years

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Kaduna, Nigeria – July 28, 2025The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has officially expelled former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, and banned him from all party-related activities and membership rights for the next 30 years. The announcement was made on Monday in a statement issued by the SDP’s National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba. The party accused El-Rufai of falsely presenting himself as a member without undergoing proper registration processes, a violation of party protocols and Nigeria’s electoral regulations. According to the statement, El-Rufai allegedly forged documents to claim membership in Unguwar Sarki Ward of Kaduna North LGA and assigned himself membership number “001”. Despite making public declarations on social media that he had joined the SDP, investigations by the party revealed that he never completed the required registration at the ward level. The SDP also accused the former governor of using the party’s name in unauthorized political dealings, attempting to pull the SDP into coalition arrangements without the consent of its leadership, and destabilizing party structures with “obscene inducements, misinformation, and manipulation.” “Effective immediately, Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai is excommunicated from the Social Democratic Party, with a 30-year ban from applying for membership or associating with the party in any capacity,” the statement read. The party said it has notified the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other relevant bodies of the decision. The SDP reaffirmed its commitment to internal discipline, ideological clarity, and ethical political engagement, urging all prospective members to adhere strictly to its constitutional procedures.

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2027: Martha Agba South-South APC Stakeholders Endorse Tinubu for Second Term

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Prominent political leader Martha Agba joined key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benin City for a high-level South-South Stakeholders Meeting, where the region formally reaffirmed its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term bid ahead of the 2027 general elections. The strategic gathering brought together a formidable coalition of APC faithful, including Governors of Delta, Akwa Ibom, Edo, and Cross River States, zonal party executives, and former governors—most notably Senator Ben Ayade of Cross River State. The President of the Senate led a robust delegation of National Assembly members from the region, underscoring growing internal unity and the APC’s preparedness to retain national leadership. Addressing the gathering, Martha Agba restated her unwavering support for President Tinubu and Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu, pledging to continue mobilizing grassroots support for their re-election efforts. She also used the platform to encourage young women across the South-South to take active roles in politics, urging them to prepare for elective positions in 2027. “Inclusive participation is essential for a truly representative democracy,” she said. The meeting concluded with the Senate President delivering the closing remarks and reading a communiqué in which the APC South-South leaders unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as their candidate for a second term. With this endorsement, the APC aims to consolidate its base across the South-South, rallying support amid a tightening race as opposition forces also mobilize nationwide.

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