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Murder of Teacher Sparks Outrage as Community Demands Justice
Tension and grief have gripped the Minanata community in Sokoto South Local Government Area following the killing of a 15-year-old volunteer teacher, Malam Usman Halilu.
Residents, civil society groups and other stakeholders expressed outrage over the incident during a joint news conference organised by the Minanata Community and the Minanata Future Association on Wednesday.
The groups condemned the killing, describing it as a senseless act, and called on authorities to ensure justice is served.
A postgraduate student of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Maccido Mohammad, alleged that the suspect, identified as Mansur Arzika, had a prior dispute with the deceased.
He said the disagreement reportedly stemmed from an earlier incident in which the late Halilu identified the suspect in connection with a theft.
According to him, the victim was attacked while returning home, with the suspect allegedly stabbing him multiple times despite attempts to escape.
The incident has raised concerns over safety within the community, with stakeholders urging the Sokoto State Government and security agencies to ensure a thorough investigation and prosecution of those responsible.
Legal practitioner Ibrahim Muhammad also pledged to pursue the case, insisting that justice must be served.
The late Halilu was described as a dedicated volunteer teacher who taught in local schools within the Sokoto metropolis.
Community members said his death has left a significant void, noting that he contributed to the education of younger students.
They warned that failure to address the case decisively could undermine public confidence and encourage further acts of violence.
One of the governorship aspirants under the under the platform of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State ahead of the 2027 elections, Dr Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has announced his withdrawal.
Adediran on Thursday, addressing the media, party leaders of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, and his supporters at Liberty House, Adeniyi Jones Secretariat in Ikeja.
His decision comes days after President Bola Tinubu endorsed the incumbent Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat.
“Within hours after I purchased my nomination forms, there were developments, including a meeting involving the President and the Deputy Governor,” Jandor explained.
It was subsequently made known that the President had endorsed Dr Obafemi Hamzat.
“Based on my earlier position that I will align with the direction of the President, I have decided to withdraw from the race.”
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United Kindom (UK) High Commission Visits INEC, Atiku, Obi Over 2027 Elections [PHOTOS]
The United Kingdom, High Commissioner in Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, and the Deputy High Commissioner, Gill Lever, have visited political leaders and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC officials ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The UK High Commission disclosed this in a statement posted on its X handle on Thursday.
The Commission vowed to work with all contending political parties to ensure inclusive and credible elections.
“We look forward to working with all parties and the interns community to support inclusive & credible elections”, the post added.
Those visited include the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, 2023 presidential candidates, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Joash Amupitan.
According to TVC News, the visits were about developments in Nigeria’s political and democratic processes.
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