PDP NATIONAL SOCIAL MEDIA CONDOLS KANO AND YOLA OVER ATTACKS

PDP NATIONAL SOCIAL MEDIA CONDOLS KANO AND YOLA OVER ATTACKS

On behalf of PDP National Social Media, I am hereby condoling with the people of Adamawa and Kano over the recent attacks that claimed many lives, we register our heartfelt condolence to the families of the deceased and pray for wounded for speady recovery. We are praying for Allah Subhanahu Wata'ala to bring an end to this mass and inhuman killings of innocent souls. We are calling on our people to be vigilance at any time. Insurgency must be defeated, the Federal government must do everything withing it's power to protect the lives and property of Nigerians.

Signed

Yasir Ramadan Gwale 

National Coordinator

Nuhu Ribadu Set To Become The New PDP National Chaiman

Ribadu set to become PDP Chairman, 

The former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Nuhu Ribadu, will soon be appointed the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Chairman.

This is coming at a time when the former Director of Media and Publicity of the Peoples Democratic Party Presidential Campaign Organization, PDPPCO, Femi Fani-Kayode, said that the party might zone its national leadership to the N/East, with Ribadu’s name being touted as the most likely candidate.

The former PDP Chairman, Adamu Mu’azu, resigned on May 20, 2015 on health grounds.

Since then, the Deputy National Chairman of the party, Chief Uche Secondus, has taken on the role in an acting capacity.

Post Nigeria gathered from a source close to the former EFCC boss, who pleaded anonymity, that the speculation was right on the issue, with Ribadu prepared to accept such an offer if and when an official pronouncement is made.

The source said, “the former EFCC boss has the international and local goodwill to occupy such a position.

He is someone that cannot be intimidated, and as such will be a credible opposition leader for the PDP when appointed.”

Speaking on the implication of such position for PDP and the N/East, he said “Ribadu’s track record of leadership and discipline will enable him reposition the PDP, in terms of credibility, mutual understanding, strategic planning, and formidable opposition.”

He noted that zoning such a position to the N/East, Ribadu’s native region, would help cushion the minority issue in the region in terms of position and Government presence.

When asked if the position had the capacity to kill Ribadu’s presidential ambition, he said “One thing I know, he is not for ambition, he is for services.

Right from when he left as EFCC boss, he has been serving in one capacity or the order, his quest for service made him to contest the 2015 governorship polls in Adamawa state.”

On whether Ribadu would consider Buhari’s ministerial slot as speculated in some quarters, against the PDP chairmanship our source dismissed the very notion.

I don’t think that is true, it is not ideal, he is not a member of the All Progressive Congress and as such I don’t think he will accept it.”

As at the time of filing this report, the leaders of the PDP were said to be zeroing in on Ribadu because of the public perception and integrity to match and outshine President Muhammadu Buhari.

The party’s national convention where Ribadu and other Board of Trustees, BoT, members of the party will emerge is slated for lather this month.

Ribadu is also reported to have the blessing of former President Goodluck Jonathan and some other party leaders.

However, elements in the APC, who may not achieve their ambitions in the party, are fighting hard against the emergence of Ribadu as party chair, in the hope that they can return to the PDP to achieve their motives.

The prospect of a Ribadu chairmanship remains very popular within the party.

The PDP, now requires more from Ribadu, than the man requires from the party.

The S/South and S\East being the strongholds of the PDP, have unanimously given their support to RIbadu, with lawmakers and Governors from the regions, strongly rooting for him.

THE MAN NUHU RIBADU

THE MAN NUHU RIBADU

Nuhu Ribadu was born in Yola, Adamawa state, on November 21^st, 1960. Ribadu attended Aliyu Mustapha Primary School, Yola, from 1966-1973 and Yelwa Government Secondary School, Yola from 1973-1977. Between 1978 and 1980, he was at the College of Preliminary Studies, CPS, Yola for his A-level studies. In 1980, he gained admission to study law at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, graduating in 1983. He graduated from the Nigerian Law School and was called to the Bar in 1984. He joined the Nigeria Police Force immediately after his national service.

Ribadu holds an LLM Degree with emphasis on the jurisprudence of corruption in Nigeria from the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. In 2008, he was at the Harvard Business School where he did the programme in the Strategic Management of Law Enforcement Agencies.

The name Nuhu Ribadu has become a House hold name in Nigeria and beyond on account of his glorious public service record and personal integrity. A trained lawyer and fearless crime fighter. Ribadu has carved a niche for himself as someone who is patriotic, passionate, honest, courageous and compassionate.

He was the pioneer executive chairman of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the government commission task in countering corruption and fraud, which he literally transformed into one of the most effective and renowned anti-graft agency in modern history. Yet, his major tribute to anti-corruption crusade was his selflessness, resilience and exemplary conduct in his spirited fight against the cankerworm.

With uncommon commitment and dedication to duty, Ribadu worked assiduously to clean the Aegean stable created by graft and frauds. He courageously brought to book hundreds of fraudsters, scores of high profile looters and economic saboteurs in spite of temptation, booby traps and threat to life. In three years, EFCC under his leadership built the now most celebrated crimes training and research institute in the West African region. The Agency also recorded over two hundred convictions under his leadership.

In acknowledgement of this rare achievement, Ribadu was promoted to the rank of the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG), in March 2007. The African Union put him on its advisory board on anti corruption matters; and he was invited to join the advisory board of friends of the world Bank/UNODC initiative on stolen asset recovery. Ribadu is a recipient of several awards as a Police officer, prosecutor and chairman EFCC. He received the Inspector General of Police Award in 1997, 1998 and 2000 and the special commendation of Mr. President in 2005, for the successful prosecution of several advanced fee fraud, banking fraud and sundry economic crime cases. He was also specially commended by the Accountant General of the Federation for successfully prosecuting some corrupt public servants in 1999.

Since 2004, notable news papers and magazines in Nigeria have repeatedly voted Ribadu as Man of the Year, in recognition of his outstanding achievements as a committed crusader against corruption and other related crimes.

In 2008, Ribadu completed the senior executive course of the Nigerian Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies where he was conferred with the membership of the National Institute, MNI. In June, 2010, Ribadu was awarded the doctor of laws (Honoris Causa) in recognition of his “resolute courage” as well as his “fierce stance against corruption in the face of sponsored disgrace and certain debt that has resulted into positive changes and global acclaimed hitherto considered impossible”.

In a quest for higher call to service, Ribadu aspired to help the country as the presidential candidate of the Action Congress of Nigeria, (ACN) in 2011 election. He however lost to incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan, in August 2014, Ribadu left his former party; the All Progressive Congress (APC) to join the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) under whose platform he is aspiring to be Governor of Adamawa state as a mark of sacrifice not only to root out corruption in the polity which remains a critical success factor in governance but also to arrest the decadence in the state. With a resounding pedigree-integrity, commitment, astute administration capacity, a sense of justice and fairness, and above all, being passionate in whatever he does, Ribadu would bring this personal and amiable attribute to create a sense of belonging, unite the people, protect the weak and vulnerable, adhere to the rule of law and improve the living conditions of Adamawa people and Nigerians as a whole. Ribadu believes that “in countries like Nigeria, if there is going to be hope, chances are; it is going to be through the enthronement of law and order, rule of law, doing things properly and correctly”; and that, “no policy of government can ever work unless you start from the basics, unless you will start cleaning up and giving a chance for policies to work”. It is with this vision in mind that he declared “I am in politics to participate, to look for an opportunity and chance to make my own contributions and help make a better country”.

We do not assume that it would be easy to effect desirable change, nevertheless, it is our acute awareness of the enormity of the problems and challenges ahead that we intend to carry every meaningful person along in our relentless and epoch-making aspiration. This manifesto drives from the fundamental objectives and directive principles of the Nigerian constitution, it recognises the contributions of all stakeholders and spurs us into action, it is both a statement of Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and a call for action for the good people of Adamawa state. It serves as our preparation to foster commitment and engender good governance-for our people and our future-a drive towards our equality, hopes and achievements.

Malam Nuhu Ribadu At 54

Malam Nuhu Ribadu At 54

Sir, As you celebrate your 54th Birthday today, we join you and your family in thanking the Almighty God for this wonderful opportunity.

Nigerians appreciates your tireless services while in EFCC, and the Nigerian police force. We celebrate the courage, patriotism and commitment you have shown in your unrentless desire for a corruption-free Nigeria.

Your ideology & principles has long been something Nigerians cherished & loved. And our generation is proud of your unique leadership qualities.You are indeed an icon and a great leader.

On behalf of my family and I, we pray that God in his infinite mercies, continue to grant you good health, peace, wisdom and courage to serve us even better.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ONCE AGAIN!

APC leaders mount pressure as Ribadu concludes plans to defect To PDP

APC leaders mount pressure as Ribadu concludes plans to defect To PDP

 
There were strong indications yesterday that former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has concluded plans to defect to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in spite of pressure to shelve such move.
A source in his campaign organisation said Ribadu might announce his final decision on or before Friday to lay all speculations to rest.
It was learnt that the initial plan was for Ribadu to defect on Thursday at a mini-rally in Yola, but he decided to hold more consultations following protests from some stakeholders in Adamawa PDP.

 
Ribadu was also said to be hurt by alleged blackmail by some of his rivals in PDP, who have drawn a battle line. But some leaders of the state’s All Progressives Congress (APC) have held last minutes meeting with Ribadu to plead with him to shelve the plan.

 
Another reliable source said: “Barring any last minute hitch, Ribadu has concluded arrangements to defect to the ruling PDP on or before Friday to settle the controversy trailing his defection once and for all. Meetings to this effect were concluded last weekend.
“All I can tell you is that Ribadu will make his decision known to Nigerians. He is almost finalising last segment of consultations. “The only thing disturbing Ribadu and his team is the increasing mudslinging and attacks on his person.” Another source gave insights into the final stage of plans to bring Ribadu on board by some PDP leaders.

 
The source said: “In one of the meetings in Abuja, a PDP stakeholder from Adamawa Southern Senatorial District invited a couple of APC chairmen from Adamawa State, together with a handful of former members of the state Assembly during the tenure of former Governor Boni Haruna in the company of three members of the current PDP State Executive Council to a meeting with Ribadu himself in attendance.

 
“The stakeholder, who happens to come from the same local government with a top aide to Mr. President, informed the meeting that he was personally directed by Mr. President to invite them to the meeting and inform them that the defection of Ribadu to PDP had the full support of Mr. President.

 
“He said what they needed to do was to mobilise the ward delegates in readiness for the party primaries that would soon take place, especially given the fact that apart from those three members of the state PDP Executive Council that were at the meeting, all the others cannot be relied upon. “He further told the meeting that Ribadu would be granted a waiver to contest the governorship whether the state chapter of the party liked it or not.”

Another source said: “A cabal is behind the coming of Ribadu and the way it is going about it, it cannot impose Ribadu on PDP in Adamawa. We know their game plan.
“From Kaduna, a very close ally and former minister in the early 80s brokered a meeting between Ribadu, who is his godson with Awwal Tukur, his nephew and son-in law on how to prosecute the Nuhu ticket.

 
“From all these and in spite of the stiff opposition from all other major stakeholders of PDP Adamawa, we wait to see how Ribadu can scale through and pick a ticket to run under PDP, a party he had a few months ago called assembly of rogues and a Federal Government he had run down naked before the nation and international community in his report on the oil sector.”

Late Alh. (Dr.) Ado Abdullahi Bayero 1930-2014

LATE ALHAJI (Dr.) ADO ABDULLAHI BAYERO 1930-2014

Bayero was born to the family of Hajiya Hasiya and Abdullahi Bayero and into the Fulani Sullubawa clan that has presided over the emirate of Kano since 1819. He was the eleventh child of his father and the second of his mother. At the age of seven, he was sent to live with Maikano Zagi.

He started his education in Kano studying Islam, after which he attended Kano Middle School. He graduated from the School of Arabic Studies in 1947. He then worked as a bank clerk for the Bank of British West Africa until 1949, when he joined the Kano Native Authority. He attended Zaria Clerical College in 1952. In 1954, he won a seat to the Northern regional House of Assembly.

He was head of the Kano Native Authority police division from 1957 until 1962, during which he tried to minimize the practice of briefly detaining individuals and political opponents on the orders of powerful individuals in Kano. He then became the Nigerian ambassador to Senegal. During this time he enrolled in a French language class. In 1963, he succeeded Muhammadu Inuwa as Emir of Kano.Bayero became emir during the first republic, at a time when Nigeria was going through rapid social and political changes and regional, sub-regional and ethnic discord was increasing. In his first few years, two pro-Kano political movements gained support among some Kano elites. The Kano People's Party emerged during the reign of Muhammadu Inuwa and supported the deposed Emir Sanusi, but it soon evaporated. The Kano State Movement emerged towards the end of 1965 and favored more economic autonomy for the province.

The death in 1966 of many political agitators from northern Nigeria, and the subsequent establishment of a unitary state, consolidated a united front in the northern region but also resulted in a spate of violence there, including in Kano. Bayero's admirers credit him with bringing calm and stability during this and later crises in Kano.

As emir, he became a patron of Islamic scholarship and embraced Western education as a means to succeed in a modern Nigeria. The constitutional powers of the emir were whittled down by the military regimes between 1966 and 1979. The Native Authority Police and Prisons Department was abolished, the emir's judicial council was supplanted by another body, and local government reforms in 1968, 1972, and 1976 reduced the powers of the emir. During the second republic, he witnessed hostilities from the People's Redemption Party led government of Abubakar Rimi.

In 2002 he led a Kano elders forum in opposing the onshore and offshore abrogation bill.
On 19 January 2013, a failed assassination attempt left two of his sons injured and his driver and bodyguard dead, among others.

Died after a long illness in the comfort of his bedroom.

MALLAM YASIR RAMADAN GWALE

MALLAM YASIR RAMADAN GWALE

 

By Abbas Yushau

Every Kin follower of Facebook especially in Kano and its environs is abreast and very conversant with the Name Yasir Ramadan Gwale.

Its indeed interesting to celebrate individuals alive and inform fellow human beings about their contributions to the society wich they live.

After performing Ishai Prayer this evening at our Place of gathering with childhood Friends along a popular Road in Nassarawa GRA,the Name YASIR RAMADAN GWALE come to mind and i decided to share with fellow facebookers about how i understand and view the Man Yasir Ramadan Gwale.

Malam Yasir Ramada Gwale is wearing the Toga of a revolutionary ,young and fearless individual who is always educating people and sharing the bounties of Knowledge he was endowed by the Almighty Allah on this popular social Medium called Facebook.

Sometimes if Mr Gwale made some postings i use to ponder over my self and said if our youth are the likes of Yasir Ramadan Gwale our society would have been completely changed for the better.

He always discuss and educate us on the following issues,Religion,economy,entertainment,Agriculture,politics,the Travails of the Muslim Ummah all over the world especially the overthrow of President Muhammad Morsi,The threat posed by Shiietes to the religion of Islam,the Devastating effects of Boko Haram,to mention but a few.

Sometimes when i went back home after hectic working hours my siblings always greet me with the News Yasir Ramadan Gwale made so so posting, and most of them are between the ages of 18-22. This indicates the power of social medium which Yasir Ramadan Gwale is addicted and attached to.

Our Youth are suppose to emulate this gentleman who is never tired in propagating a mission aimed at inculcating awarenes into our people,Today we have the Likes of Late Dr Bala Muhammad found in Yasir Ramadan Gwale by igniting social awareness through the Facebook unlike late Dr Bala through Radio Kano before his brutal assasination by those who did not wish the society well.

Recently i was highly elated when Malam Yasir once drag his facebook followers into the importance of relationship by posting the Following word ''Zainab'' without explaining what it means,many of his friends including me commented based on our own understanding,He once posted about how bribery and corruption had eaten deep into the Nigerian Police Force,by intimating us with his own experience.

His avowed commitment to the religion of Islam and the propagation of the sunnah of the Holy Prophet Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam cannot be over emphasised,i am one of his Keen follwers in our vernacular Newspaper AMINIYA ,a sister publication of Daily Trust and how he is trying hard to educate our people especially those that cannot understand the colonial language on what is affecting them as far as the Nigerian Project is concerned

Amazingly i came to Know Yasir Ramadan Gwale on Facebook in late 2009 when i first open account with the social network,he is one of my first early Friends on Facebook, Destiny beckoned on me when in the mid 2010,i visited a Junior Secondary School class mate and a friend who happened to start lecturing with Kano State College of Arts Science and Remedial Studies CAS KANO,Yusuf Nuhu Inuwa,when malam Yusuf was escorting me from his office,he introduced to me one Young Slim,handsome Individual wearing a cap,popularly Known as Dara,Malam Yusuf Stopped the man and said Abbas! This is Yasir Ramadan Gwale.that was my first contact with this revolutionary individual,a revolutionary on facebook.

I was compelled by my inner mind to share with you a little i understand about this great individual and what he stands for.

I suggest that the Nigerian Government that is organising Jamboree every blessed year to confer National Honours on deserving Nigerians,people like Yasir deserved this honour together with fellow youth from the southern part of this country in order to erase the impression that its been confered only to Government Sychopants and those blowing its whistle without doing nothing for the Masses.

Wallahul Mustaan,

May Allah continue to grant him wisdom ,good health long life and continue educating us on burning local,national and international issues. Ameen