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Confusion in Plateau north as pdp logo disappears from the ballot papers for pending by-election
Confusion in Plateau north as pdp logo disappears from the ballot papers for pending by-election
By: Bodunrin kayode
There is palpable tension especially among stalwarts of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on the Plateau as they go into by-elections Saturday in the northern zones with their logo missing from the ballot paper.
A cross section of residents who called into an interactive phone in program, “Nigeria at sunset” Thursday evening in jos Fm radio station expressed deep disappointment on the fact that their party has been confirmed not to be included on the ballot papers for Saturdays elections.
This reporter found out that the problem arose as a result of a previous court of appeal judgement which disqualified the pdp members of the National Assembly for not having structures on ground.
Most of the young people who called expressed sadness that the politicking of the elders of the party had brought them to the level they found themselves in which such a re-run will be taking place without the PDP.
Consequently, the Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Chairman on the Plateau Abubakar Dogara confirmed in the same radio program that the entire parties in the state have agreed that an injury to one is the same to all so they were not going to contest saturday’s election.
Abubakar Dogara noted that the position of the association which includes the chairmen of all the political parties in the state is that they should be allowed to participate in the election or nobody will witness any election at all.
The IPAC Chairman in the state revealed that the Appeal Court ruled in its judgement that all the political parties that participated in the last election should be in the re-run election as such he does not understand why the PDP would be exempted from the pending by-elections.
Dogara who is also the Chairman of Social Democratic Party (SDP) on the Plateau, wondered why one of them would be eliminated at this critical time of peace making adding that the decision of the political parties was informed by the current fragile peace.
POLICE COMMAND STEPS UP SECURITY AHEAD OF THE SENATORIAL/HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE ELECTIONS IN SOME COUNCIL AREAS OF THE STATE
Meanwhile in a bid to ensure a hitch-free re-run elections in the affected areas in the State, the Plateau State Command has stepped up security arrangements to protect lives and properties and consequently placed total restriction on all forms of movements across the affected Council Areas which include, Jos North, Jos East, Bassa, Jos South, Riyom and Barkin Ladi LGAs.
A release signed by the police public relation officer (PPRO) Alfred Alabo stated that the restrictions starts on midnight on Friday till the end of the election.
“The restriction will take effect between midnight hours of 3rd February, 2024 to 05:00pm. However, essential workers such as INEC Staff, Election Observers, Medical Personnel and accredited media are exempted from this restriction.
” The Plateau Police helmsman, AlG Okoro. Alawari, reiterates the commitment of the Command to ensuring a successful re-run elections in the affected areas.
” He advised the General public, especially the political class and electorates to cooperate with the Police and other security agencies on election duty for the peaceful conduct of the elections.
” He also warns persons who have no business in RAC Centres, Polling Units and Collation Centres to steer clear of the election premises to
avoid being arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
” The Police boss also warns the Political class and their supporters against making inciting utterances that could disrupt peace in the State.
” in addition, members of the public are encouraged to report any incident to the following Police Emergency Numbers:
07059473022,08038907662, 08075391844, 09053872296
” 945 Also, our Complaint Response Unit (CRU) can be reached through the following phone numbers:
08060545670 (PPRO)
08037681026, 08067884627
08069638786, 08066709795″ concluded the release.
Confusion in Plateau north as pdp logo disappears from the ballot papers for pending by-election
Police repel bandits, rescue six kidnapped victims on Yankara-Funtua highway in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Police in Katsina State have successfully rescued six kidnapped victims after intercepting an armed bandit attack on Yankara-Funtua highway in Faskari Local Government Area.
Sources said on Jan. 24 at about 1:25 a.m., unidentified armed bandits blocked the highway and abducted six occupants of a green Honda Civic, registration number AAA 518 BC, en route from Funtua to Faskari.
The DPO Faskari, on routine patrol, promptly engaged the hoodlums in a tactical gunfight.
The bandits were overpowered and fled into the bush, abandoning their mission. All six victims, Rabi Hamisu, Safare Musa, Abubakar Samaila, Shehu Umar, Sara’u Yahaya, and Ibrahim Babangida, were rescued unharmed and safely returned to their homes.
Intensive patrols continue in the area, while efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects are ongoing.
Police repel bandits, rescue six kidnapped victims on Yankara-Funtua highway in Katsina
Suspect arrested for trespassing, attempting robbery at Bauchi Emir’s palace
By: Zagazola Makama
A 20-year-old man, Umar Hamza, was apprehended Wednesday night for trespassing and attempting to steal from the Emir of Bauchi’s residence.
Sources said Hamza entered one of the Emir’s son’s rooms carrying a bunch of keys and tried to commit theft around 8:20 p.m. on January 23.
He was intercepted shortly after the act and taken into the Police custody for questioning.
Police said Preliminary inquiries indicate the suspect intended to steal from the palace.
Suspect arrested for trespassing, attempting robbery at Bauchi Emir’s palace
VP Shettima Returns To Abuja, Says Nigeria Firmly Back On Global Economic Frontline
By: Our Reporter
Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after a week-long diplomatic and economic mission to Guinea-Conakry and Switzerland.
This is just as he said Nigeria has reclaimed a frontline seat in global and regional policy conversations.
VP Shettima arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on Saturday after representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of Guinea’s President, Mamadi Doumbouya, and leading Nigeria’s delegation to the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos.
According to the Vice President, the trip is part of Nigeria’s renewed commitment to regional solidarity in West Africa and its determination to reposition the economy under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda.
The Vice President had departed Abuja for Conakry, where he attended President Doumbouya’s inauguration, reaffirming Nigeria’s leadership role within ECOWAS, while opening new pathways for bilateral cooperation in agriculture and manufacturing.
From Guinea-Conakry, Senator Shettima proceeded to Davos, Switzerland, where he led the Nigerian delegation at the WEF 2026.
One of the highpoints of his engagements in that country was the commissioning of Nigeria House Davos, the Nigeria’s first-ever sovereign pavilion on the Davos Promenade, designed as a permanent investment hub showcasing opportunities in solid minerals, agriculture and the digital economy.
At a high-level WEF session titled, “When Food Becomes Security,” the Vice President outlined Nigeria’s new national food security framework, describing agriculture as a strategic pillar of national security and macroeconomic stability.
Vice President Shettima also joined former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, to advance the Accra Reset Initiative, a forum advocating African industrialisation driven by domestic capital and value chains rather than foreign aid.
On the economic front, the Vice President told investors that Nigeria’s macroeconomic indicators were stabilising, citing a projected 4.4 per cent GDP growth in 2026 and a decline in inflation to 12.94 per cent.
He also pointed to Nigeria’s imminent transition into a net exporter of refined petroleum products, anchored by the Dangote Refinery, and the growing export of digital talent.
VP Shettima Returns To Abuja, Says Nigeria Firmly Back On Global Economic Frontline
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