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.    Dr. Nura Manu By Aviashima Toom  Governorship aspirant in Bauchi State, Dr. Nura Manu, has described his screening experience as productive and interactive, saying members of the committee asked extensive questions which he answered satisfactorily. Speaking shortly after the screening exercise, Manu said the engagement provided an opportunity for him to present his plans and vision for the state. “The committee engagement has been interactive. They asked a lot of questions and we gave answers as far as we could,” he said. Clarifying reports surrounding his proposed N100 billion initiative, the aspirant explained that the fund is not intended for security operations, but rather for economic development. According to him, the proposed N100 billion fund is aimed at supporting the commercialisation of agriculture and promoting small-scale enterprises across the state. “The N100 billion I am talking about is not for security. It is a fund I am planning to brin...

     Yusuf Maitama Tuggar By Aviashima Toom  Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Minister of Foreign Affairs and a leading governorship aspirant in Bauchi State, has urged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to guard against what he described as “fraudulent” consensus arrangements ahead of the party’s governorship primary. Tuggar spoke with journalists shortly after undergoing screening by the APC National Working Committee, describing the exercise as a routine verification of credentials. According to him, his political history as a founding member of the APC, as well as the defunct CPC and ANPP, makes his records well known to the party leadership. The minister, however, expressed concern over what he called a sudden influx of aspirants who reportedly obtained nomination forms barely 24 hours before the screening exercise. He warned that some late entrants could be part of a strategy to manufacture an artificial consensus in favour of a preferred candidate. “It is un...

By Aviashima Toom  Dr. Nura Manu Zoro, a leading aspirant in the 2027 Bauchi State governorship race, has formally submitted his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms, outlining a development-focused agenda centered on education, agriculture, and security. Speaking with journalists in Abuja after filing the documents, the former gubernatorial aide said Bauchi State needs purposeful leadership and practical governance rather than political drama. “Bauchi is not a state for noise-making; it is a ground where the unexpected happens,” he said. “We have been working on the ground to help people. It is about delivery, not the volume of the campaign.” Dr. Manu, who served in the state government’s team in 2019, stated that his experience in governance and understanding of the state’s political structure place him in a strong position to lead Bauchi effectively if elected. According to him, his administration would focus on a three-point agenda aimed at improving the soci...

By Aviashima Toom  Governorship aspirant, Dr. Jamil Isyaku Gwamna, has formally declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Gombe State, pledging to consolidate and expand the state’s ongoing development efforts. Jamil made the declaration shortly after submitting his expression of interest and nomination forms at Treasure Suites on Thursday. Speaking with journalists after the submission, the aspirant said his decision to join the race was driven by the need to sustain the progress achieved by successive administrations in the state. “I’m here to formally submit my nomination form to the Secretariat,” he said, officially confirming his participation in the governorship contest. He described Gombe State as fortunate to have experienced quality leadership over the years, while commending the current administration for what he called remarkable developmental achievements. According to him, the present government has elevated the state’s profile nat...

By Aviashima Toom  The Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, has charged troops of the 2 National Mission Force Brigade to intensify efforts in tackling terrorism, kidnapping, cattle rustling, and other security threats in Southern Kaduna and surrounding areas. General Oluyede gave the charge during an operational visit to the Brigade stationed in Samaru Kataf, where he assessed the combat readiness of troops and reviewed operational challenges facing the formation. The visit, according to military authorities, was aimed at evaluating the Brigade’s preparedness and identifying areas requiring support to strengthen ongoing operations within its Joint Operations Area (JOA). Addressing the troops, the CDS commended their level of alertness and professionalism, urging them to remain committed and proactive in confronting criminal elements. “You must keep out-witting criminals by anticipating their actions and evolving effective countermeasures. We will continue t...

By Our Reporter  A member of the National Association of Women Journalists, Dr. Jophia Nanker Gupar, has declared her intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing Pankshin, Kanke, Kanam (PKK) Federal Constituency, promising inclusive leadership and grassroots-driven development. Dr. Gupar made the declaration shortly after submitting her nomination form, saying her ambition is aimed at reshaping the political narrative and encouraging more women to actively participate in leadership and governance. According to her, societal barriers and fear have continued to discourage many women from venturing into politics, stressing that her candidacy represents a new direction focused on service and value addition. “We are here to change the narrative. We are not in competition with men, nor are we here to condemn them; we are here to add value,” she said. The aspirant, who described herself as a grassroots “developer,” outlined her priorities to include...

By Aviashima Toom  A governorship aspirant in the 2027 Adamawa State election, Abdurrahman Haske, has formally submitted his nomination forms and unveiled his development agenda ahead of the party primaries. Speaking to journalists shortly after completing the submission process, Haske dismissed concerns about his age, insisting that competence, experience, and capacity to deliver should remain the major criteria for leadership. “Judging me by my age alone is actually not fair,” he said. “I have served this country diligently across different sectors — from oil and gas to agriculture and telecommunications. All of this is well documented in my CV.” The aspirant disclosed that he had fulfilled all requirements stipulated under the Electoral Act and submitted the necessary documents for screening ahead of the primaries. “I have done all the necessary requirements. I have submitted my documents, and we will allow the process to take shape and guide us on the next steps,” h...