The North Central Youth Council of Nigeria has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing Prof. Joash Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The Speaker, North Central Youth Council of Nigeria, Hon. Sunday Asuku in a statement issued Friday said his appointment marked a significant milestone, because it was the first time a son of the North Central region has been considered for this esteemed position. He added that Amupitan’s appointment underscored his administration’s commitment to fairness, justice, and inclusivity. The Speaker stressed that the nomination of Amupitan was a testament to the renewed…
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Northern Ethnic Nationalities Forum has said that the appointment of Prof. Joash Amupitan As the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will inspire confidence among Nigerians and also serve as a catalyst for a more credible elections. Its Chairman, Dr. Dominic Alancha in a statement issued yesterday the well-deserved appointment was a significant step toward strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions and restoring public confidence in the electoral process. He noted: “His appointment reflects a commitment to meritocracy and national inclusiveness, and as a Forum believes he will steer the Commission with independence, transparency, and excellence at a time when…
The National Council of State has approved the nomination of Professor Ojo Amupitan (SAN) from the North-Central as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). President Bola Tinubu presented Amupitan as the nominee to fill the vacant position, following Prof. Mahmood Yakubu’s exit. TheHintsNews reports that Yakubu served from 2015 till October 2025. In a statement issued Thursday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu told the council that Amupitan is the first person from Kogi, North-Central state, nominated to occupy the position and is apolitical. According to him, Council members unanimously…
The recent events in Akinlalu town, Osun State have sent shockwaves throughout the nation, leaving a community in mourning and raising serious questions about the role and accountability of the state’s security apparatus. The killing of some residents of the community by members of the Amotekun security outfit has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with accusations of extrajudicial killings and a blatant abuse of power. Compounding the tragedy is the perceived negligence of the Osun State government, whose response has been criticised as slow and inadequate, leaving the victims’ families feeling abandoned and their cries for justice unheard. The…
The leaders of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Thursday stormed the headquarters of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in Abuja to protest the deregistration of the council. The protesters led by its President, Amb. Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo, also announced a 30-day continuous demonstration, while demanding the immediate sack of the CAC Registrar-General, Hussaini Magaji (SAN). They whom accused of carrying out an illegal and politically motivated move against Nigeria’s foremost youth organization. TheHintsNews reports that Sukubo was re-elected as NYCN President during the council’s national convention held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, from September 19 to 22. However,…
The police have arrested the notorious armed robbers involved in the robbery that led to the death of ARISE News reporter, Somtochukwu Maduagwu and the security man guarding Unique Apartment, Barnabas Danlami. The police in a statement issued Thursday said the arrest of the suspects followed the directive of the Commissioner of Police, FCT to fish out the criminal elements responsible for the robbery incident. TheHintsNews reports that robbery occurred at Unique Apartment, Gishiri village, Katampe district on September 29, 2025 at about 03:30hrs. The statement reads: “Operatives of the scorpion squad led by ACP Victor Godfrey acting on…
Members of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Thursday stormed the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) headquarters in Abuja to protest the deregistration of the council. The aggrieved members of the youth body blocked all major access roads to the commission, sealed off its main entrance, and chanted solidarity songs while waving NYCN flags. The protesters also demanded the immediate removal of the CAC Registrar-General, Hussaini Magaji (SAN), accusing him of acting illegally. The protesters were armed with placards bearing bold inscriptions such as; Registrar-General Must Go; Nigerian Youths Reject CAC Tyranny; Ishaq Hussain Magaji Must Go and “We…
The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has said that any purported withdrawal of its certificate of incorporation is not only unlawful but constitutes a direct affront to the authority of the courts. Its President, Amb. Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo in a statement issued Thursday also frowned at the purported appointment of an interim Management Team by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) respectively. He said: “The attention of the leadership and members of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has been drawn to the recent publication on the withdrawal of registration certificate…
For those not following the horrid story, here is a quick recap. Last week Friday, terrorists invaded Zhidi, a community in Tafa Local Government Area of Niger State, and went straight to the home businessman, Muhammad Shuaibu. Obviously, they were acting on information, because Shuaibu is one of the richest men in the community. The bastards broke into the victim’s home and abducted Shuaibu and his two daughters. One of the abducted girls is a 200-level university student. Shuaibu and his daughters are, today, seven days old in the dungeon of the abductors. The terrorists are asking for…
As Nigeria continues its journey toward renewal, recovery, and sustainable development, it has become increasingly clear that the nation needs stability, continuity, and consistent leadership to consolidate ongoing reforms. The partnership between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima remains a model of visionary leadership and a testament to competence over sentiment. The 2023 general elections marked a turning point in Nigeria’s democratic evolution. The victory of the Tinubu-Shettima ticket reflected a profound national awakening, one that placed competence, track record, and vision above religion or ethnicity. Nigerians, through their votes, affirmed that effective governance is…