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I join millions of Nigerians in celebrating a man whose life continues to illuminate the path of honour, courage, and patriotism: Colonel Abubakar Dangiwa Umar (Rtd.), on the occasion of his 76th birthday. It is not only a moment of personal reflection but a national milestone, as we honour a soldier, statesman, pro-democracy icon, and moral conscience of our nation.
Colonel Umar stands tall among Nigeria’s most principled voices; his name evoking an unwavering commitment to justice, equity, and democratic ideals. In the tumultuous days following the annulment of the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election, when many chose silence or self-preservation, he chose the difficult path of truth. He risked his career, comfort, and personal safety by speaking out in defence of Chief MKO Abiola’s stolen mandate, despite being a senior member of the ruling military council. It was a singular act of bravery that not only inspired a generation but redefined the meaning of loyalty to country over convenience.
As a young civil rights activist in those difficult days, I found in Colonel Umar not just a role model, but a moral compass. He demonstrated to us that true leadership is not merely about wielding power, but standing firm in defence of what is right, even at great personal cost. His resignation from the Nigerian Army at a time when he stood poised for further elevation is perhaps one of the most courageous acts in our political history.
As Governor of Kaduna State today, I draw deep inspiration from his sterling example of inclusive leadership. His tenure as military governor of this great state remains a reference point for fairness, balance, and peacebuilding. In a deeply diverse and, at times, fractured society, he governed with wisdom, compassion, and an unshakeable belief in our shared humanity.
Colonel Umar’s transcendence of ethnic and religious divides has never required a denial of his own identity. Rather, he has drawn strength from it: his noble Fulani lineage, his deep Islamic faith, and his enduring belief that justice is the foundation of peace.
I am proud to stand among those who celebrate him, not only for his past heroism, but for his continued voice of conscience in our national life. I also warmly commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for honouring him with the Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR), a richly deserved recognition.
Happy 76th birthday, our highly revered Colonel Dangiwa Umar. May your legacy continue to inspire generations to come.
Senator Uba Sani, CON
Governor, Kaduna State
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El-Rufai Prays for Late Audu Ogbeh, Says He Deserves Al-Jannah Firdaus Despite Being Catholic

By: Fabian Apechihin
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has described the late Chief Audu Ogbeh as a selfless leader who dedicated his life to the service of others, praying that God grants him eternal rest in paradise.
Speaking in a video shared by Symfoni TV, El-Rufai acknowledged that Ogbeh was a Catholic, not a Muslim, but said he would continue to pray that Allah admits him into Al-Jannah Firdaus because “he is deserving of it.”
Holding back tears, the former governor praised Ogbeh as “a good man” who touched many lives and left behind a legacy of service. He also recalled Ogbeh’s achievements as Minister of Agriculture, noting that under his leadership Nigeria ended its heavy reliance on rice imports.
“Before his reforms, Nigeria was spending five million dollars monthly on rice imports, but that figure dropped to zero during his tenure,” El-Rufai said.
He prayed for comfort for Ogbeh’s family and loved ones, adding: “I will keep praying for Audu Ogbeh, a Catholic and not a Muslim, so that Allah would grant him entrance to Al-Jannah Firdaus. What a great man he was.”
Do you want me to make this more emotional and tribute-like (focusing on Ogbeh’s character and legacy), or keep it strictly factual and political?
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Natasha; Defamations Charges On Akpabio, Yahaya Bello Suffers Adjournment

By Hassan Taiye
For the second time in 24 hours, the trial of the suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Apoti-Uduaghan for allegedly defaming the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio and former governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Adosa Bello suffered an adjournment.
The trial scheduled to kick-start on Tuesday was put off by the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Abuja following objections raised by the suspended senator against the competence of the charges.
Natasha predicated her objections on the alleged abuse of prosecutorial powers by the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation AGF by filing charges against her at the Federal High Court and the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory on the same subject matter and same complaints.
When the matter was called, David Kaswe, a lawyer from the Ministry of Justice informed the court of his readiness to open the case against the defendant.
He claimed to have his first witness, a Superintendent of Police, Abdulhafeez Garba in court to testify against the senator.
He requested for permission of the court to call the witness into the witness box.
The request was however opposed by lead counsel to the defendant Mr Ehighioge West-Idahosa SAN on the ground that his client has filed a motion on notice, challenging the competence of the charges and the jurisdiction of the court.
West-Idahosa said that the motion has been served on the Attorney General of the Federation AGF as required by law but that the AGF had not responded.
In the drama that ensued, the federal government lawyer who announced appearance for the AGF Office argued that he ought to have been served personally or be informed on phone on the filing of the motion and requested that Natasha’s claim be rejected.
However, the trial Judge, Justice Chizoba Orji found in the case file that the AGF office was served with the motion but had not responded as required by law.
At this point, the federal government lawyer admitted that the AGF had been out of the country and as such, has not made the motion available to him.
After taking arguments for and against adjournment, Justice Chizoba Orji held that the proper thing was to shift trial to enable AGF respond to the motion in the interest of fair hearing.
The Judge subsequently fixed October 27 for Natasha’s motion to be heard along with the response of the AGF.
About two thousand sympathizers escorted the senator to court thereby giving security agents hectic job to control crowd and ward off security breaches.
Natasha’ was on Thursday, June 19, 2025 docked at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Abuja for allegedly defaming the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio and former governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Adosa Bello.
She was put on trial by the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice (AGF) on three-count criminal charges bordering on harmful imputations during a television interview.
When the charges were read, she pleaded not guilty to all of them.
Justice Chizoba admitted her to bail in the sum of N50 million and one surety in the like sum in the charge marked CR/297/25 filed on May 15, 2025.
The judge had held that the surety must be an owner of landed property within the jurisdiction of the court.
Natasha was, in count one, accused of making harmful imputation which she knew would harm the reputation of the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, by claiming he plotted, with former Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello, to kill her.
In count two, she was accused of making a similar harmful imputation knowing that it will harm the reputation of ex-governor Yahaya Bello.
In count three, she was accused of making another imputation, which she knew would harm the reputation of Akpabio by associating him with the death of one Miss Imoren Iniobong.
Meanwhile, the National Assembly has unsealed the office of Senator Natasha, granting her access to the the National Assembly six months after her suspension.
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FUBARA MULLS APC MOVE

▪︎▪︎▪︎As Party Offers Soft Landing
▪︎▪︎▪︎ Discordance Greets APC’s Win In Rivers LG Elections.
By: Special Correspondent
The ruling All Progressives Congress, APC is said to have reached out to embattled Governor of Rivers State, Seminalaye Fubara, as he prepares to return to office, after the emergency rule, which ends on September, 18.
Investigations reveal that the sweeping victory by the APC in the just concluded Local Government elections in Rivers State was a precursor for Fubara’s eventual move to the party.
Sources close to the FCT Minister, Nyeson Wike told our correspondent that, Fubara and his supporters deliberately stayed away from the election to pave the way for APC’s Win, and to endorse Fubaras secret arrangement to dump the PDP for the APC.
These developments happened just when a stalwart of the APC, Dr Umar Duhu said: “in the face of unfolding developments, in which the APC has taken over political control of Rivers State, the safest thing for Fubara is to cross over to our party”
Duhu urged Governor Fubara to Decamp to APC if he hopes to Remain Politically Relevant.
Analyst say, the August 30, 2025, Local Government Council election in Rivers State, which has generated discordant views across the political landscape, was a signal of what may obtain in the 2027 general elections.
The election which saw the All Progressives Congress (APC) emerging victorious in 20 out of 23 Local Government Areas, in the face of complaints, was a clear indication of the APC’s growing strength and popularity in the South-South region: Rivers State in particular.
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, whose party, the African Democratic Alliance, ADC, did not win any Local Government in the elections, faulted the whole process of, describing it as “rascality taken too far”.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which has traditionally dominated the state and the zone, managed to clinch only 3 LGAs, a far cry from their previous dominance, also decried the outcome. And the APC which now has significant influence in Cross Rivers, Akwa-Ibom, Edo, Delta, and now Rivers States, described the elections as credible. With the PDP’s tenuous grip on Rivers state, sources say Fubara’s defection is a fait accompli.
Umaru Duhu told our correspondent that, Fubara may have weighed the implications of this shift in political alignments and could see the handwriting on the wall, to the effect that, to remain relevant and politically afloat, decamping from the PDP to the APC might be his best bet.
Seemingly backed by the Federal might, through the FCT minister, Nyeson Wike, APC’s momentum is undeniable, and Fubara, aligning himself with the party could be the key to his political survival.
As the APC continues to make inroads into the South/South region, it is left to be seen, how the party will sustain the tempo till 2027.
Duhu said, the APC needs to prioritize the welfare and well-being of the people, to maintan the push.
Our correspondent reports that, in the reckoning of the Presidency and the APC, Fubara may forfeit his 2027 return bid, but he will ensure his own political survival for this tenure.
Sources hinted that, Governor Fubara have accepted to decamp, as a precondition for his return to power: a condition that has not been publicised.
As it is, APC’s sweeping victory in Rivers State leaves no one in doubt, that, the party’s dominance is no longer in question, and its influence may continue to grow in the days ahead. For Governor Fubara the decision to decamp to the APC is perhsps a matter of time, if he hopes to surve the political turmoil..
By joining the APC, he will not only ensure his own relevance but also position his state to attract Federal Govetnment attention.
This is more as FCT minister, Nyeson Wike stated at his monthly media parley, that opposition to the APC controlled centre is tantamount to political suicide.
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