"I Stabbed The 8 Yr-Old Girl Because Her Father Was Advising My Husband To Marry A 2nd Wife"-Suspect
The Kano state's Police Public Relations Officer, Supritendent Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, has released a press statement hours after a video surfaced online showing a young girl bleeding with a knife stuck in-between her belly. Supritendent Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa made it clear that shortly after the viral video, the suspect, a 35 year-old Fatima, was arrested and she confessed saying, "I stabbed the 8 year-old girl (Sharifa Usman) because her father was advising my husband to marry a second (2nd) wife."
Two Arrested as Jigawa Police Bust Car Theft Gang
The Jigawa State Police has successfully dismantled a car theft syndicate and apprehended two individuals involved in criminal activities within the state. DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, the command's spokesperson, confirmed the arrest in a statement released to the media on Saturday. The operation was initiated after the police received a report from Abduhamid Mukhtar of Kwalam town in Taura LGA, stating that his Opel Vectra vehicle had been stolen from where he had parked it in front of his house.
ICPC secures 15 Years Conviction of Ex-Poly Staff
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), has secured the conviction of one Mr. Muhammed Sani Nuhu, a former academic staff of Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic, Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, for conferring corrupt advantage on himself to the tune of Six Million, One Hundred and Seventy-Three Thousand, Four Hundred Naira (N6,173,400), belonging to the Polytechnic.
Senate In Emergency Plenary Over CBN Act Amendment, Others
The Senate is now in emergency session to modify the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2004. The Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2004, is now being amended in an emergency plenary session of the Senate. On Saturday, the plenary was scheduled to begin at 10 a.m., but the meeting didn't begin until almost 11 a.m.
I bought a #300 knife that I used to stab my Neighbour's 8-years-old daughter-Woman confesses
A 35-year-old woman named Fatima Salisu, a housewife and mother of eight has confessed to purchasing a knife for N300 and attempting to kill her neighbour's eight-year-old daughter, Sharifa. Her motive behind the gruesome act was allegedly due to her husband's intention to marry a second wife, influenced by advice from Sharifa's father.
Police Catch Fleeing Suspect In Jigawa After Brutally Stabbing Young Girl In Kano
According to DAILY POST,a woman simply identified as Fatima Salisu, 35 years of age,has been apprehended and taken into custody by law enforcement officers in Kano state after being found guilty of using a knife to fatally stab a young girl, precisely 8 years of age in the stomach and abandoning her at the crime scene to bleed to death.
I attempted killing my neighbour’s daughter with N300 knife — Woman confesses
Fatima Salisu, a jealous housewife and mother of eight, confessed on Friday that she had purchased a N300 knife and had made an attempt to murder Sharifa, her neighbor's eight-year-old daughter, because she believed her husband had plans to wed a second wife on the suggestion of Sharifa's father.
Please, stop addressing Abbas as the Speaker, he is still an aspirant- Adamu tells lawmakers
According to a news that was published by the Punch Newspaper online this morning, it was reported that the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, has warned some supporters and lawmakers, to stop addressing the Kaduna State lawmaker, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, as the incoming Speaker of the House of Representatives in the 10th National Assembly.
VIDEO: It Is Really Unfair To Abandon Northern Nigeria Without Giving Us The Senate President - Sabo
The Northern Leaders Roundtable's Secretary, Benjamin Dikki, has the following to say: "Demand number one: We demand that the National Assembly be led in accordance with Section 14, Subsections 1, 2, and 3 of the 1999 Constitution as amended. This is essential because neither the executive nor the judicial branches of government are under the control of the North.
Ganduje to Aba Gida-Gida: Kwankwaso and I sold Government Houses
In news published by Daily Trust Newspaper, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, outgoing Governor of Kano state has said that the Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s administration in which he served as deputy governor began the sales of government properties in the state. Governor Ganduje made this statement in a recent viral Audio released by the media team.
Reactions As EFCC Says They Are Probing Zamfara Governor, Matawelle, For Alleged 70BN Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is reportedly looking into Zamfara State Governor Bello Matawalle for an alleged "N70 billion scam," according to Vanguard. On Thursday, the EFCC's chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa, made the announcement during a press conference. Bawa cautioned Nigerians not to be swayed by Matawalle's most recent outburst. Keep in mind that the governor accused Bawa and urged the commission to look into officials in President Muhammadu Buhari's cabinet. But, according to Bawa,
Tinubu returns, set to tackle N’Assembly leadership tussle
The country's newly elected president, Bola Tinubu, arrived back from vacation in France on Saturday. "He has meetings planned with APC National Working Committee members and candidates vying for leadership positions in the 10th National Assembly." According to PUNCH, "Tinubu's private jet touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, around 12.15pm and he and his wife, Oluremi, were received by the Vice-President-elect, Kashim Shetimma; President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan; Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje; Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Idris Wase; and the anointed candidate for the position of Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and other top members of the APC and supporters."
What My Husband Will Be Remembered For, according to Aisha Bihari
According to the First Lady of Nigeria, Aisha Buhari, her husband, President Muhammadu Buhari, will be remembered as a leader who prioritized youth development. When she launched the Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) on Tuesday in Abuja, she claimed that the president was particularly enthusiastic about the program and that his support was motivated by his belief in a united Nigeria.
Police nab suspects planning terror attack in Bauchi
The arrest of two key individuals, according to the Bauchi State Police Command, has prevented an attack on multiple parts of the city. It was gathered that the suspects and some others intended attacking various parts of the state. In the course of investigation, the suspects were found guilty of other offences, DAILY POST.
Reactions As EFCC Says They Are Probing Zamfara Governor, Matawalle, For Alleged 70BN Fraud
According to Vanguard, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is now investigating Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State for alleged "N70 billion fraud." Abdulrasheed Bawa, Chairman of the EFCC, made the announcement at a news conference on Thursday. Bawa warned Nigerians not to be influenced by Matawalle's latest rant.
Don't Be Late To The Inauguration, Once Bitten, Twice Shy - Adamu Abdullahi
The national chairman of the All Progressive Congress ( APC), Adamu Abdullahi, recently warned the APC senators elect not to be late to Inauguration. According to the news that was shared by the Cable on twitter, the reason why Adamu Abdullahi made that statement was for them to prevent what happened in 2015.
Kebbi Lecturer Jailed For Diverting N6m Studying Grant
Muhammad Dani Nuhu, a former lecturer at the Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic, Kebbi State, has been sentenced to five years imprisonment for diverting N6M million studying grant. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) had earlier secured the conviction of the lecturer.
My Husband's Support For The NYSC Scheme Stems From His Belief In One Nigeria – Aisha Buhari
The First Lady of Nigeria, Aisha Buhari, has praised her husband's support for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), saying it was because of his belief in one Nigeria. Mrs. Buhari made the statement on Tuesday in Abuja under the banner of the Rural Health Initiative (HIRD), organized to mark the 50th anniversary of the program.
President Buhari approves new NIS Board of Trustees
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the creation of a new Board of Trustees for the National Institute of Sports (NIS), following the expiration of the three-year term of the previous Board. According to Punch, The President's approval is contained in a statement signed by Mohammed Manga, Director, of Media and Public Affairs, Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development.
VIDEO: We Demand The Leadership Of The National Assembly, This Demand Is Not Negotiable - Benjamin Dikki
Benjamin Dikki is the Secretary of the Northern Leaders Roundtable, and he has this to say: "Demand number one: We demand the leadership of the National Assembly in consonance with the provisions of Section 14, Subsection 1, Subsection 2, and Subsection 3 of the 1999 Constitution as amended.