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Court Stops Bayero From Renovating Nasarawa Mini Palace

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The Kano State High Court, under the leadership of Chief Judge Justice Dije Aboki, has issued an order restraining the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, from proceeding with renovations at the Nassarawa mini palace.

The court granted the injunction following a motion exparte filed by the plaintiffs/applicants, which include the Kano State government, the Attorney General of Kano State, and the Kano State Emirate Council.

The plaintiffs were represented by Rilwanu Umar Esq. and three other legal counsels.

In the court order, Justice Aboki directed all parties involved to maintain the status quo regarding the structural and architectural design of the palace until the motion on notice is heard and determined.

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Reports had previously indicated that Emir Bayero began a facelift of the mini palace, showcasing a prototype of the planned renovations.

This development follows Bayero’s dethronement by Governor Abba Yusuf while he was away from the state, which led to the reinstatement of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, who subsequently moved into the Kofar-Kudu palace.

Upon his return, Bayero was relocated to the Nassarawa mini palace, where he has continued to conduct court activities despite the ongoing legal battle over the palace renovations.

However, the court order reads, “That an order of Interim injunction is hereby made restraining the Defendant, his agents, privies, or anyone acting under the instruction and command of the Defendant in whatever manner from further demolishing, renovating, repairing, reconstructing and refurbishing the property known as Gidan Sarki Nassarawa situated along State Road, Kano pending the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice before this court.

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“That an order is made directing parties to this suit to maintain status quo in respect of the structural and architectural design of the Res pending the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice filed before this Honourable Court.

“Plaintiffs/Applicants to serve the Originating Process, Motion on Notice and other subsequent processes in this suit on the Defendant via substituted means to wit, by Pasting and or leaving same at the frontage of the Property Gidan Sarki Nassarawa or give the said Originating Process and other subsequent processes to any Adult aide of the Defendant in the property known as Gidan Sarki Nassarawa situate along State Road, Kano.

“That the case is adjourned to 2/10/2024 for hearing of the motion on notice.”

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Benue state govt offers free beer to residents for New Year’s eve celebrations

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By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

As part of the ongoing Benue Carnival festivities, the Benue State Government has announced the distribution of free Zeva Draft Beer to residents in celebration of New Year’s Eve.

The Executive Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. (Dr.) Hyacinth Iormem Alia approved the gesture. The event will kick off at 5 PM on December 31, 2024, at IBB Square, Makurdi.

Dr Raymond Asemakaha, Managing Director of the Benue Investment and Property Company Limited (BIPC), revealed this in a statement on Tuesday. He described the initiative as an opportunity for citizens to come together and celebrate Benue’s rich heritage and unity.

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“This is a unique opportunity to enjoy the flavours of Benue while engaging with family and friends. You are to drink responsibly,” the statement read.

The carnival, which had been dormant since the administration of former Governor Gabriel Suswam, has been revived by the current government to promote cultural pride and engage the youth positively.

The festivities have already featured colourful displays, with socio-cultural groups parading through Makurdi in vibrant costumes on Monday

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Minority Caucus Congratulates Nigerians on New Year, Calls for Urgent National Reforms

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By Gloria Ikibah

As Nigerians join the global community in celebrating the New Year 2025, the Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has extended heartfelt congratulations to all Nigerians, both at home and abroad, for witnessing the dawn of the year in peace and tranquility.

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In a statement jointly signed by House Minority Leader Rep. Kingsley Chinda, Minority Whip Rep. Dr. Ali Isa J.C, Deputy Minority Leader Rep. Aliyu Madaki, and Deputy Minority Whip Rep. George Ozodinobi, the caucus reflected on the challenges of 2024, describing the year as “palpable, worrisome, and fearful,” and highlighted its impact on citizens’ personal growth.

The statement reads: “Today, being the first day of Year 2025, whilst, like other parts of the world, we are full of excitement, it gives us another opportunity to have sincere reflections and objective introspection about the journey of our dear country thus far. Fact is, Nigeria’s progress has been marked by significant challenges that hinder our individual growth and collective prosperity.

“True, the situation of our country, particularly in 2024, was palpable, worrisome, and fearful that it stifled the personal development of many citizens. From spiraling inflation to corrosive poverty and debilitating hunger, it was pathetic for citizens. How about accentuating unemployment, alarming insecurity, and other disturbing multi-sectoral indices of under-development?

“As the country enters 2025, it is necessary to reiterate that just as Nigeria has issues of governance and lack of inclusive economic growth, there is an urgent and timely need to ingeniously address challenges of infrastructure deficits, mindless corruption, youth unemployment, and widespread insecurity.”

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The caucus urged all Nigerians to leverage the nation’s diversity as a strength and work collectively towards fostering peace, unity, and development.

“No doubt, Nigeria is a blessed nation with enormous potentials, and our diversity remains one of our greatest assets. In 2025, we admonish us all to harness the strengths embedded in our differences to build a nation that works for all citizens. Since no tribe, ethnicity, and group, no matter how powerful, can do it alone, we solicit for the collaboration and synergy of all and sundry. Through these, and other imperatives including believability, inclusivity, and mutual trust, Nigeria can overcome every difficulty and achieve sustainable and enduring achievements.

“As we collectively forge ahead as a nation in 2025, we encourage us all to recommit and reconnect to the values of peace, unity, and development, with the realization that the future of Nigeria rests on our ability to stay united and work together towards the fulfillment of common goals, desires, and aspirations.”

The caucus reaffirmed its dedication to the well-being of Nigerians, pledging to remain steadfast in addressing national issues through legislative action.

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“As a responsive and responsible Caucus, we assure Nigerians that, further to our commitment to the general well-being of citizens, we will in 2025, and subsequent years in the lifespan of the 10th House of Representatives, remain resolute and focused in every national issue that requires legislative inquisition and actions.”

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Just in: Tanker fire guts popular Lagos police station

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Tanker fire has razed a section of Okokomaiko Police Station, Lagos State Police Command.

The tanker reportedly caught fire while discharging diesel into the storage tank of a hotel that shares same fence with the police facility, reports Daily Trust.

The incident created a stampede as both the staff of the hotel and policemen attached to the station fled from their offices for fear of being trapped in the fire.

It was learnt that the fire started from the engine of the truck and quickly spread to the storage tank of the vehicle.

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Witnesses alleged that the fire spread to the police station before any help could come.

One witness identified simply as Tolupe stated that the truck driver abandoned the vehicle when the fire escalated and fled.

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