As violent crime continues to rise around the nation, authorities reported Tuesday that an 18-year-old man was shot and murdered overnight in the northern village of Hamaam.

Although the motivation is still unknown, authorities say the shooting is thought to have been criminal in nature rather than terror-related. The tragedy occurs at a time when violent killings, especially among Arabs, are on the rise.

Homicide rates increased in 2023, with a record 244 murder victims in the Arab sector, according to recent data from the Israel Police.

21 persons were slain in violent crimes last month alone, which is more than twice as many as were killed during the same time last year.

Concerns over government intervention and law enforcement activities have been highlighted by the increase in crime.

Amid rumors that far-right Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben Gvir may rejoin the cabinet, acting national security minister Haim Katz, who now serves in a number of capacities, is viewed as a stopgap measure.

 

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Kaduna State University, KASU branch, on Tuesday commenced an indefinite strike over unresolved welfare concerns.

This was captured in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Chairman of the union, Peter Adamu and secretary, Peter Waziri.

According to the statement, the action followed the approval of the National Executive Council of ASUU, stating that the strike was total, comprehensive and indefinite.

The statement added that the union “unanimously and vehemently rejected the promises from the Kaduna State government for lack of substance, specific details and actionable timelines on the payment of the outstanding entitlements to members”.

The union pointed out that non-payment of all withheld salaries was part of the unresolved welfare issues it has been fighting for.

It said other issues were non-payment of Earned Academic Allowances from 2016 till date, payment of promotion arrears and Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme supervision allowances.

The union claims that the restoration of the university’s autonomy is another gray area. Other issues that remain unresolved include the execution of 25 percent and 35 percent salary awards, non-remittance of pensions from 2009 to 2019, and Group Life Assurance and other benefits to deceased members.

Senator Uba Sani, the governor of Kaduna State, has promised to establish a business-friendly atmosphere that will stimulate investment and the state’s economy.

Newsmen were informed by Dr. Bashir Ibrahim Garba, the Director General of the Kaduna Geographic Information Service, or KADGIS, that the Governor had restored land titles that had been canceled by the Nasir El-rufai administration.

He said that in order to demonstrate his dedication to creating an atmosphere that is conducive to business in Kaduna State, the Governor had restored the four land titles of Fifth Chukker Resort Limited that had been revoked by the previous administration.

The Fifth Chucker Polo and Country Club is situated along Jos Road, offering a spacious and tranquil setting that accommodates a variety of polo matches, tournaments, and events that draw fans from all over the world, Garba added.

The Director General also expressed the government’s will to resolve persistent property and land conflicts while putting in place an effective land management system that meets the demands of the populace.

He was hopeful that the reinstatement will help resolve other revocations that were previously carried out without following the proper procedures.

According to Garba, resolving the problems will greatly aid in creating an environment that is conducive to business for investors and other stakeholders, which would accelerate Kaduna State’s socioeconomic growth.

He counseled Kaduna citizens to uphold the law and be patient as the government carries out land reforms that are geared toward the benefit of the populace.

At 06:36:22 +0100 on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, Amos Tauna <amostauna@gmail.com> wrote —

Kaduna: Land titles invalidated by the previous administration are reinstated by Governor Uba Sani

From Kaduna’s Amos Tauna

In order to increase employment and the state’s internally generated revenue, Senator Uba Sani, the governor of Kaduna state, has promised to establish a business-friendly atmosphere that will stimulate investment and economic expansion.

The Kaduna Geographic Information Service (KADGIS) Director General, Dr. Bashir Ibrahim Garba, told reporters that the governor had restored land titles that had been revoked by the previous government.

He claimed that in order to demonstrate his dedication to creating an atmosphere that is conducive to business in Kaduna State, the governor had restored the four land titles of Fifth Chukker Resort Limited that had been revoked by the previous administration.

The Fifth Chucker Polo and Country Club is situated along Jos Road, offering a spacious and tranquil setting that accommodates a variety of polo matches, tournaments, and events that draw fans from all over the world, Garba added.

The Director General also expressed the government’s will to resolve persistent property and land conflicts while putting in place an effective land management system that meets the demands of the populace.

He was hopeful that these reinstatements will help resolve other revocations that were previously carried out without following the proper procedures.

According to Garba, resolving the problems will greatly aid in creating an environment that is conducive to business for investors and other stakeholders, which would accelerate Kaduna State’s socioeconomic growth.

He counseled Kaduna citizens to uphold the law and be patient as the government carries out land reforms that are geared toward the benefit of the populace.

 

In an effort to improve the state’s judicial system, the Jigawa State Judicial Service Commission has sworn in 19 recently appointed Sharia Court judges.

Justice Umar M. Sadiq, the Chief Judge and Chairman of the Judicial Service Commission, stressed during his remarks at the event how important the new judges are to the interpretation of Islamic law and the settlement of conflicts.

He also exhorted them to preserve the integrity of the judiciary, support justice, and abstain from corruption.

He claims that in order to guarantee their profound comprehension of Islamic law and dedication to justice, the recently hired Alkalis underwent extensive training and a tough selection procedure.

“It is anticipated that their appointment will strengthen Jigawa State’s Sharia court system and increase access to justice for all communities.”
“It is your responsibility to make sure justice is carried out without fear or favor because the people have high expectations.” To keep the judiciary free of unethical activities, you must abstain from all sorts of bribery and corruption, Justice Sadiq said.

Khadi Sani Salihu, the Grand Khadi of Jigawa State, urged the new judges in his speech to uphold the values of Islamic law and to continue to be dedicated to justice and openness.

He reminded them that everyone was watching them and that the public’s confidence in the judiciary will be based on how they behaved.
Mohammad Abubakar, Ibrahim Adamu Ibrahim, Suleiman Abubakar Suleiman, Lawan Salisu, Shu’aibu Hussain, Rabi’u Jafar Adamu, Muhsin Haruna Hashim, Abdullahi Sabo, and Jafar Hassan Adam are the recently sworn-in Sharia Court judges.

The others are Abdullahi Idris, Rufa’i Sabo, Najib Garba, Shu’aibu Nasiru, Nura Mohammad Imam, Abubakar Dalhatu, Muddassir Usman Adam, Abdulkadir Umar Maigari, Umar Abubakar Yahaya, and Umar Muktar Shu’aibu.