Author: Sani Nura

THE Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Usman Zuru, is dead. News Point Nigeria reports that Zuru died on Monday night in an Egyptian hospital where he had been receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness. His death was confirmed by sources close to the Kebbi State Government, although details of the illness were not disclosed. Until his death, he represented Zuru Constituency in the state assembly and was regarded as a key figure in the legislature. Confirming the development, an aide to the governor on Communication and Strategy, Idris Zuru, described the incident as shocking. “The death…

THE only male child of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, Yusuf (Talban Daura), has indicated interest in running for the House of Representatives seat in the 2027 poll. This was contained in a letter which he personally signed, as obtained by News Point Nigeria on Tuesday. The letter, dated 3rd April 2026, is titled: “Expression of interest to contest for the seat of House of Representatives Sandamu/Daura/Mai’Adua Federal Constituency.” It read, “With all respect, I am extremely delighted to write and inform you of my intention to contest for the seat of House of Representatives at the above-mentioned constituency (Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua),…

FOUR persons are feared to have been killed in an attack on communities in Gebbe District of the Shanga Local Government Area of Kebbi State on Sunday by suspected bandits. News Point Nigeria reports that the attackers were said to have emerged from their hideout in the Wawa Forest in the Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, which borders the affected communities in Shanga. Some buildings were also set ablaze during the attack that affected the Kalkami, Tungar Bori, and Kawara communities, among others. Available information confirmed that, in addition to Kalkami, the suspected bandits also burnt down Kawara…

A COORDINATED counter-offensive by security forces in Zamfara State has led to the killing of scores of suspected bandits, including the son of a notorious kingpin, during a fierce gun battle in Tsafe Local Government Area. Security sources told News Point Nigeria that the confrontation began late on Saturday when armed bandits attacked members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), popularly known as “Yan Maiduguri”, in Kunchin Kalgo village. In response, a joint security team mobilised reinforcements to support the CJTF operatives, resulting in an intense exchange of gunfire. A security operative involved in the operation said, “We overpowered…

THE Katsina State Police Command has arrested four suspects in connection with a mob action that led to the death of one KC Joe, at Kokami village in Danja Local Government Area of the state. Disclosing this in a statement sent to News Point Nigeria on Sunday, the spokesman of the Command, Abubakar Sadiq, said the suspects are currently in custody with investigations ongoing. He stated that the incident followed an initial dispute between the victim, KC Joe, and one Ibrahim Auwal, who was stabbed to death by the victim, which sparked a mob response, resulting in his death. Upon…

FORMER Chief Upstream Investment Officer of NNPC Upstream Investment Services, Dr. Bala Wunti, has formally declared his intention to contest in the 2027 Bauchi State gubernatorial election under the platform of the All Progressives Congress. News Point Nigeria reports that Wunti made his declaration during a courtesy visit to the Bauchi Local Government chapter of the APC at the party’s secretariat. In a press release issued by the Chief Communication Officer of the Bala Wunti Support Organisation, Abubakar Al-Sadique, the decision was described as one driven not by personal ambition, but by mounting pressure and overwhelming calls from citizens, stakeholders,…

HIS Royal Highness, the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, has approved the turbanning of three distinguished sons of Katsina State, honoring their contributions to societal development and dedication to community service. News Point Nigeria reports that the honourees, all members of the esteemed Muhammadu Dikko dynasty renowned for leadership and public service, will receive traditional titles at a ceremony celebrating both cultural heritage and civic achievement. According to a letter from the Katsina Emirate Council dated March 31, 2026, and signed by Alhaji Isah Ali Kankia, Secretary of the Council, the approval was formally communicated to the Governor’s…

THE Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jalingo, Taraba State, has confirmed the death of 50 patients from Lassa fever. News Point Nigeria reports that the Head of Clinical Services at the hospital, Dr. Suleiman Abubakar Kirim, disclosed this in an interview with journalists. He described the development as the most severe outbreak the centre has witnessed in recent times. According to him, a total of 226 suspected cases were admitted at the facility, out of which 95 were laboratory-confirmed. Of the confirmed cases, 50 patients died, while 20 others have been successfully treated and discharged. Dr. Kirim added that new cases…

GOVERNOR of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has signalled a potential defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), naming the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as his preferred political platform amid intensifying internal crisis within the opposition party. News Point Nigeria reports that the governor, who also serves as Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, made this known on Tuesday while hosting a high-powered delegation of the ADC at the Government House in Bauchi. The delegation was led by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, and was said to be acting on the directive of the party’s national…

THE Adamawa Progressive Elders Council has congratulated Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda on his election as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing his emergence as a major milestone for the party and the broader progressive movement in Nigeria. In a statement sent to News Point Nigeria by its leadership, the council, chaired by former military administrator and elder statesman Mohammed Buba Marwa, said Yilwatda’s election reflects his proven leadership capacity, integrity, and the confidence reposed in him by party stakeholders nationwide. General Marwa (rtd) said the emergence of Professor Yilwatda comes at a critical time in Nigeria’s political…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has reiterated his resolve to strengthen democratic governance by responding to the genuine aspirations of the people, pledging his support for the quest of Yamaltu -Deba stakeholders to produce the next Senator for Gombe Central in 2027. The Governor stated this while receiving a broad-based delegation from Yamaltu – Deba Local Government Area, comprising traditional and community leaders, politicians across party lines, technocrats, as well as youth and women groups during a courtesy visit to the Government House in Gombe. The delegation, sought his support in actualizing their demand for equitable representation in…

THE Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a four-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to immediately implement the newly approved salary structure for university lecturers across the country. News Point Nigeria reports that the President of ASUU, Professor Christopher Piwuna, disclosed this on Thursday while delivering a speech at a public lecture held at Sa’adu Zungur University, Yuli Campus, in Bauchi State. An agreement on the new salary structure was reached in December 2025, and the implementation was scheduled to take effect from January 2026. Piwuna stated that the ultimatum takes effect from Thursday, stressing that the Federal…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Wednesday, joined his counterparts and other eminent party stalwarts from across the North-East geopolitical zone at the All Progressives Congress (APC) Zonal Congress held in Gombe. During the exercise, leaders adopted consensus candidates to steer the affairs of the party in the sub-region for the next four years. In his welcome address, the North-East Zonal Coordinator of the APC and Governor of Yobe State, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, emphasized that North-East remains a strong bastion of the APC having 5 out of six governors and many bigwigs in the country’s political landscape.…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Monday joined the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, and other top party leaders in Yola, Adamawa State, for the grand reception of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri into the ruling APC. The event, held at the Ribadu Square, was attended by eminent party stalwarts, stakeholders and enthusiastic supporters. Governor Inuwa Yahaya, a key figure in the APC and Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, joined his colleagues in warmly receiving Governor Fintiri, describing his defection as a strategic and significant boost…

GOVERNOR Dauda Lawal has witnessed the landing of a maiden test flight at the Gusau International Airport, marking a significant feat in Zamfara State’s aviation history. According to a statement sent to News Point Nigeria by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the test aircraft touched down at exactly 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. The aircraft, a Bombardier Challenger 605 with registration number 5N-FGZ, was operated by the Federal Government of Nigeria and carried out a one-off test to assess the airport’s readiness for upcoming VIP flight operations scheduled for next week. “Today will remain a historic day in the history…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has received the Emir of Gombe, Alh. (Dr.) Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, CFR, on a traditional sallah homage for this year’s Eid-el-Fitr celebration at the Government House. News Point Nigeria reports that the visit, which is an age long traditional practice in the state, provides an opportunity for the revered monarch to felicitate with the Governor and the people of the state on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast, while also strengthening the bond between the traditional institution and the government. In his remarks during the homage, the Emir expressed deep appreciation…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Friday joined the Emir of Gombe, Alhaji (Dr.) Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, CFR, and other Muslim faithful to observe the Eid-el-Fitr prayers, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. The two-Raka’at prayer was led by the Deputy Chief Imam of Bubayero Central Mosque, Gombe, Ustaz Aliyu Hammari. Following the prayers, Governor Inuwa Yahaya hosted a select reception at the Government House for dignitaries, including the World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Mr. Matthew Verghis, and the Tunisian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Moshen Antit. Speaking through his Deputy, Dr. Manassah…

THE Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has strongly condemned the deadly explosions that rocked Maiduguri on Monday evening, describing the attacks as heinous, barbaric and a direct assault on innocent lives. The explosions, which reportedly occurred almost simultaneously at the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, the Monday Market Roundabout and the Post Office area, have left many feared dead and several others injured. In a statement issued in his capacity as Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, Governor Inuwa Yahaya expressed deep sorrow over the…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has expressed delight over the promotion of two illustrious sons of the state, Bello Shehu, PSC, fdc, MNIM and Dankombo Morris Fallings, psc (+), to the rank of Assistant Inspectors General (AIGs) of Police in the Nigeria Police Force. In a congratulatory message, Governor Inuwa Yahaya described the elevation of the two senior officers as well-deserved recognition of their exemplary service, professionalism and dedication to duty over the years. The Governor noted that both officers have built impressive careers in the Nigeria Police Force, marked by discipline, integrity and a strong commitment to…

THE Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Zamfara State, Dr. Jamil Jibo Magayaki, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Dr. Jamil joined the ruling party after the defection of Governor Dauda Lawal to the APC. In a statement released on his social media handles, the former Zamfara PDP chairman explained that the decision was driven by the prevailing political realities in the State. The statement reads: “I, Dr. Jamil Jibo Magayaki, the Zamfara State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), hereby announce my formal defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). “My decision to…