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𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐢 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐃𝐏 𝐆𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕

Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Gombe State ahead of the 2027 election.

Pantami was declared the party’s sole candidate during the PDP governorship primary election held on Tuesday in Gombe State. The Chairman of the party’s electoral panel, Hon. Gregory Yenlong, officially announced his emergence following an affirmation by delegates.

His emergence comes days after he withdrew from the APC governorship primary over alleged irregularities in the process.

Speaking after his victory, Pantami said his ambition is driven by the desire to serve the people of Gombe State with fairness, justice, and inclusive governance.

𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗯𝘂 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗔𝗣𝗖 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 10.9𝗠 𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emerged victorious in the APC presidential primary after securing an overwhelming 10.9 million votes, further strengthening his political dominance ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The outcome reaffirms Tinubu’s firm grip on the ruling party as party members and supporters across the country rally behind his leadership and renewed mandate agenda.

Political observers describe the landslide victory as a major statement ahead of the next general election, positioning the APC strongly for the 2027 contest.

𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐋𝐄 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬

The Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has notified all school principals across the state of the ongoing monitoring visits by Third-Party Monitors under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project.

According to the Ministry, the exercise is aimed at independently assessing the implementation, quality, progress, utilization, and overall impact of AGILE-supported projects and interventions in beneficiary schools.

Principals have been directed to give the monitoring teams full cooperation by granting access to project sites, classrooms, facilities, equipment, and beneficiaries, while also providing accurate information required for assessment and reporting.

The Ministry emphasized that the monitoring exercise is crucial for ensuring transparency, accountability, compliance with project standards, and effective delivery of educational services.

It further noted that findings from the exercise will play a major role in project evaluation, future decision-making, and subsequent interventions under the AGILE programme.

The notice was signed by the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics, Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Mal. Nungbe S. Abdulmalik.

𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒: 𝐀𝐏𝐂 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨 𝐁𝐚𝐰𝐚 𝐁𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐢 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐰𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚

Barrister Bello Bawa Bwari, a member of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has officially withdrawn from the race for the party’s Niger East Senatorial ticket in Niger State, North-Central Nigeria.

Bwari was expected to face incumbent Senator Muhammad Sani Musa (313) in the APC primary election for the senatorial seat before announcing his withdrawal.

The development followed a reconciliation meeting facilitated by Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen unity within the party ahead of the primaries.

𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐞𝐬

𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐣𝐨𝐡 𝐃. 𝐀𝐡𝐢𝐣𝐨𝐡

My attention has been drawn to a defamatory statement credited to one Aliyu Bakajeba Tanko, alleging that I made comments about “dealing with Yusuf Kure and 313.” I wish to state clearly and unequivocally that such claims are false, baseless, malicious, and a deliberate attempt to drag my name into needless controversies.

It is unfortunate that certain individuals and pages now appear committed to hunting for victims of circumstance, twisting narratives, manufacturing falsehoods, and creating sensational headlines simply to provoke reactions, create unnecessary tension, and gain cheap attention on social media. Such behavior contributes nothing meaningful to society except division, suspicion, and avoidable misunderstandings among people.

I completely distance myself from the statement being circulated and from every attempt to associate my name with threats, hostility, or divisive agendas. Anyone on a mission to use my name for sponsored narratives, blackmail, or cheap propaganda has clearly failed.

While freedom of expression is important, it must not become a license for defamation, false accusations, and reckless attacks on people’s reputation. Those who make careers out of writing against individuals for temporary relevance or hidden sponsorship should understand that actions have consequences and that credibility, once destroyed, is difficult to rebuild.

For the avoidance of doubt, I do not join issues unnecessarily with people, nor do I encourage anyone to fight my battles for me. However, my calm disposition should never be mistaken for weakness or willingness to tolerate deliberate falsehood and character assassination.

At a time when society requires responsible engagement, unity, and constructive dialogue, it is unfortunate that some individuals still choose the path of provocation, misinformation, and needless controversy.

I remain focused on matters of value, progress, peace, and responsible public engagement.

𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐣𝐨𝐡 𝐃. 𝐀𝐡𝐢𝐣𝐨𝐡
APC Zonal Chairman, Zone B. Niger State

30-Year-Old APC Aspirant Mahmud Sadis Buba Withdraws From Kaduna Reps Race

30-year-old APC aspirant, Mahmud Sadis Buba, popularly known as Abin Al-Ajabin Zazzau, has withdrawn from the race for the Sabon Gari Federal Constituency seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Buba announced his withdrawal after weeks of political consultations, stating that his decision was made in the interest of party unity and the collective progress of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State.

According to him, leadership and service go beyond personal ambition, adding that maintaining harmony within the party remains more important than individual political interests.

He appreciated his supporters, associates, and young people who believed in his vision, urging them to remain committed to the APC and continue supporting efforts aimed at strengthening the party ahead of future elections.

Mahmud Sadis Buba recently attracted national attention after emerging as one of the youngest aspirants seeking to represent Sabon Gari Federal Constituency under the APC platform. His political journey was widely viewed as an inspiration to many young Nigerians and persons living with disabilities seeking active participation in governance.

Political observers say his withdrawal may reshape the dynamics of the APC contest in the constituency as preparations for the 2027 elections gradually gather momentum.

𝗧𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗯𝘂 𝗔𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, in the early hours of Monday, May 11, 2026, to participate in the Africa Forward Summit, also known as the 2026 Africa-France Summit.

The high-level summit is jointly hosted by Kenyan President and French President , bringing together African leaders, global investors, policymakers, and development partners to discuss the continent’s economic future.

The summit is expected to focus on key issues including economic transformation, green industrialization, digital innovation, climate resilience, sustainable development, and investment opportunities across Africa.

President Tinubu’s participation highlights Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships and advancing policies aimed at economic growth, technology development, and regional cooperation within Africa.

World leaders attending the summit are also expected to engage in bilateral meetings and strategic discussions on trade, infrastructure, energy transition, and youth-driven innovation as African nations continue to push for inclusive and sustainable development.

𝐑𝐢𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐮 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐒 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬

High-level security talks between Nigeria and the United States took center stage this week as National Security Adviser held strategic meetings with senior US officials in Washington.

The discussions reportedly focused on intelligence cooperation, military partnership, and strengthening joint efforts against insecurity. Among those Ribadu engaged were Vice President and Secretary .

The meetings have been described as a strong signal of Nigeria’s growing role in international security collaboration, with observers praising Ribadu’s quiet but impactful approach to national security matters.