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03/09/2026

SULTAN MOURNS HOTPEN PUBLISHER ALIYU DANGIDA’S WIFE, PRAYS FOR HER SOUL

By Adewale Omo Olubo I All Day TV
3 September 2026

The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, mni, has expressed deep condolences to the family of Mallam Aliyu Muhammad Dangida, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Hotpen Newspaper and Mahangar Arewa Magazine, Kano, following the death of his wife, Hajia Maryam Abdullahi Gote.

Hajia Maryam died on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at Arewa Surgery, Kano, after battling heart-related complications.

In a condolence message issued on Thursday by Prince Bashir Adefaka on behalf of the Media Team of the Sultan of Sokoto, the Sultan described the death as a painful loss to the Dangida family and those who knew the deceased.

The Sultan specifically commended Mallam Aliyu Dangida for his contributions to the media industry and public discourse, describing him as one of the highly effective members representing the North-West on the Sultan of Sokoto’s Media Team.

According to the Sultan, the death of Hajia Maryam was particularly painful because she had been a source of strength, encouragement and support to her husband.

He noted that her wise counsel and support had contributed significantly to Mallam Dangida’s ability to carry out his responsibilities and make valuable contributions to Nigeria’s media space.

The Sultan said her passing had therefore created a significant vacuum in the family, particularly at a time when her presence and guidance were greatly needed.

While acknowledging the grief associated with the loss, Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar urged Mallam Dangida and other members of the bereaved family to accept the death as part of Allah’s divine decree.

“We are sad, but because Allah is the One who gives and takes life, we can only praise Him and beseech Him to forgive Hajia Maryam Gote’s shortcomings and admit her gentle soul into Al-Jannatul Firdaus. Amiin,” the Sultan prayed.

He further prayed for Allah’s mercy upon the deceased, asking that her shortcomings be forgiven and that she be granted eternal rest in Al-Jannatul Firdaus.

The Sultan also prayed Allah to give Mallam Aliyu Dangida, his children, relatives and other members of the family the strength and fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

The condolence comes amid tributes to the late Hajia Maryam, whose death has left family members and associates mourning her passing.

The Sultan’s Media Team, through Prince Bashir Adefaka, conveyed the monarch’s sympathies to the Dangida family and urged them to remain steadfast in faith during the difficult period.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace

The Sultan prayed that Allah accept Hajia Maryam Abdullahi Gote among the righteous, reward her good deeds and grant her a place in Al-Jannatul Firdaus.

03/09/2026

DEJI OF AKURE HOSTS SUNDAY IGBOHO AT PALACE, AS SECURITY TAKES CENTRE STAGE

By Adewale Omo Olubo I All Day TV
3 September 2026

The Deji and Paramount Ruler of Akure Land, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, CFR, on Wednesday received the Convener of the Iru-Ekun Security Network, Chief Sunday Adeniyi Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, at his palace in Akure, Ondo State.

The visit brought together two prominent traditional and community figures in an engagement centred on security, community development and the protection of lives and property.

Sunday Igboho, who leads the Iru-Ekun Security Network, was received by the monarch during the visit, which provided an opportunity for discussions on issues affecting the safety and wellbeing of communities in the region.

The Iru-Ekun Security Network has been associated with grassroots security advocacy and efforts aimed at strengthening community participation in addressing security challenges.

The palace engagement also underscored the traditional institution’s role in promoting peace, unity and cooperation among communities.

While details of the discussions were not immediately made public, the meeting is expected to further encourage dialogue among traditional institutions, community stakeholders and security-conscious groups on measures to improve safety across the region.

The visit comes at a time when security remains a major concern across several communities in the South-West, with traditional rulers and community leaders increasingly playing roles in supporting peaceful coexistence and local security initiatives.

The meeting between Oba Aladelusi and Sunday Igboho was therefore seen as an important community engagement, particularly given the growing emphasis on collaboration and grassroots participation in tackling insecurity.

03/09/2026

ARMY RESCUES RETIRED GENERAL’S WIFE HOURS AFTER ABDUCTION IN ABUJA, ARRESTS TWO SUSPECTS

By Adewale Omo Olubo I All Day TV
3 September 2026

Troops of the Guards Brigade, Nigerian Army, have rescued Mrs Adonkie, wife of retired Brigadier-General Basil Adonkie, hours after she was abducted from her residence in Abuja.

The Brigade disclosed this in a special situation report made available to All Day TV on Wednesday, detailing the operation that led to the victim’s rescue and the arrest of two suspected members of the kidnap syndicate.

According to the report, Mrs Adonkie was abducted at about 10:30 p.m. on September 1, 2026, from her residence in Abuja.

Following the incident, troops of the Guards Brigade and Army Headquarters Garrison were immediately deployed in a coordinated pursuit of the abductors.

The report said troops advanced through ACO Estate and Gosa Community in search of the kidnappers and eventually made contact with the fleeing criminals.

The coordinated operation led to the successful rescue of the victim around Angwan-Sabo Village, while another group of troops continued the pursuit of the fleeing kidnappers.

The Army said the operation subsequently resulted in the interception of two suspects.

“At about 11:09 a.m. on Wednesday, troops of 176 Guards Battalion and 197 Special Forces Battalion intercepted two fleeing suspects around Gaube Village in Kuje Area Council,” the situation report stated.

During the operation, troops recovered an AK-47 rifle and a magazine loaded with 19 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition from the suspects.

The rescued woman was subsequently reunited with her family, while the two arrested suspects were taken into custody for profiling and further investigation.

The Guards Brigade said further exploitation was ongoing to identify and apprehend other members of the kidnap syndicate who escaped during the operation.

It added that troops had intensified operations across the affected area as efforts continued to track down the remaining suspects.

The Brigade also assured that the morale and fighting efficiency of its troops remained high as the security operation continued.

The successful rescue underscores the ongoing efforts by security forces to respond to kidnapping incidents in the Federal Capital Territory and surrounding communities, particularly through rapid troop deployment and coordinated pursuit operations.

Security agencies are expected to continue investigations into the incident as the Army works to establish the identities and wider network of the suspects already in custody.

03/09/2026

AGAIN: Reps Committee Uncovers 12 More Alleged Fake Agencies, 58 Bank Accounts Linked to PFIPC DG Adeniyi Adeyemi

By Adewale Omo Olubo I All Day TV
3 September 20

The House of Representatives Committee investigating the activities of the Public-Private Infrastructure and Financing Commission (PFIPC) has uncovered 12 additional agencies it described as allegedly fake, as well as 58 bank accounts reportedly linked to the Commission’s Director-General, Adeniyi Adeyemi.

The latest findings were disclosed during the ongoing investigation into the activities and operations of the commission, with lawmakers expressing concern over what they described as serious institutional lapses and possible abuse of public office.

According to the committee, the discovery of the additional agencies and multiple bank accounts has raised further questions about the financial and administrative activities surrounding the PFIPC and its leadership.

The lawmakers also alleged that Adeyemi was connected to the widespread forgery of government documents uncovered during the investigation.

The committee said the alleged forgery and the existence of multiple entities purportedly operating as government agencies could have significant implications for the integrity of government institutions and public financial management.

Committee Seeks Prosecution

Following the latest discoveries, the House committee called for the prosecution of the PFIPC Director-General, subject to the conclusion of investigations by the relevant security and anti-corruption agencies.

The lawmakers maintained that the allegations should be thoroughly investigated by competent authorities to establish the facts and determine whether any criminal offences were committed.

The committee said its findings would be forwarded to the appropriate security and anti-graft agencies for further investigation and possible prosecution where evidence supports such action.

The call for prosecution comes amid growing scrutiny of the commission and its leadership, with lawmakers seeking clarification on the circumstances surrounding the alleged creation or operation of the agencies and the purpose of the numerous bank accounts reportedly linked to the Director-General.

12 Alleged Fake Agencies Under Investigation

The committee’s discovery of 12 additional allegedly fake agencies is expected to form a significant part of its report.

Lawmakers are expected to examine how the entities were created, the documents used to establish or present them as government-related institutions, the individuals behind them, and whether any public funds or government transactions were associated with their activities.

The committee is also expected to determine whether the alleged agencies were used to facilitate financial transactions, secure contracts, obtain government recognition or conduct other activities outside the lawful mandate of the PFIPC.

58 Bank Accounts Raise Questions

The reported discovery of 58 bank accounts allegedly linked to Adeyemi has also intensified concerns among members of the committee.

The lawmakers are expected to seek details of the account holders, the nature of the transactions conducted through the accounts, sources of funds and the relationship between the accounts and the activities under investigation.

Financial investigators may also be required to establish whether the accounts were used for legitimate official purposes or whether they were connected to any alleged diversion, concealment or movement of public funds.

However, the existence of multiple bank accounts alone does not establish criminal wrongdoing, and the allegations remain subject to investigation and due process.

Documents Allegedly Forged

Another major area of concern raised by the committee is the alleged forgery of government documents.

The lawmakers said Adeyemi was allegedly linked to the forgery, prompting calls for the relevant authorities to establish the origin of the documents, identify those responsible and determine whether the documents were used to obtain financial, administrative or other benefits.

If confirmed by investigators, the committee said such conduct could have serious implications for the credibility of government institutions and public administration.

Findings to Be Sent to Security Agencies

The House committee said its role is to investigate the allegations and present its findings to the appropriate authorities.

The lawmakers therefore resolved that the relevant security and anti-graft agencies should take over the aspects requiring criminal investigation and determine whether prosecution should follow.

The agencies are expected to independently examine the evidence presented by the committee before taking any legal action.

The committee’s final report is expected to provide further details on the alleged fake agencies, the 58 bank accounts, the documents said to have been forged and the individuals or institutions allegedly connected to the activities.

Until the conclusion of the investigations and any subsequent court proceedings, the allegations against Adeyemi remain allegations and should not be treated as established facts.

All Day TV News will continue to monitor the investigation and provide updates as new developments emerge.

02/09/2026

Atiku Accuses President Tinubu Government of ‘Political Anaesthesia’ Ahead of 2027 Elections

By Adewale Omo Olubo I All Day TV
2 September 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned Nigerians against mistaking any short-term improvement in the cost of living for genuine economic recovery, accusing the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration of responding to economic hardship as the 2027 general elections draw closer.

Atiku’s position was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, who criticised the Federal Government’s recent promises to reduce the burden on Nigerians.

Shaibu argued that it was contradictory for President Tinubu to reject Atiku’s proposal for measures aimed at lowering energy costs as a return to the past, while his administration was now promising cheaper transportation, increased food production and interventions for vulnerable Nigerians.

According to him, Nigerians have spent more than three years dealing with rising transportation fares, food prices and energy costs, while household incomes have continued to lose purchasing power.

“For more than three years, Nigerians have endured punishing transport fares, soaring food prices, crippling energy costs and wages that buy less every month,” Shaibu said.

He questioned why it had taken the administration several years to acknowledge that economic growth should have a direct impact on the daily lives and purchasing power of ordinary Nigerians.

“Why is intervention backwards when Atiku proposes it, but progressive when you announce it? You cannot condemn cheaper living when Atiku proposes it and rename the same objective Renewed Hope when you promise it,” he said.

Atiku questions Nigeria’s energy costs

Shaibu also took aim at the high cost of petrol and other energy products in Nigeria, arguing that the country’s position as a major oil-producing nation should provide some advantage to its citizens.

He cited Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Algeria and Angola as examples of oil-producing countries where petrol is sold at lower prices than in Nigeria.

The former vice president’s camp has consistently criticised the economic impact of the Tinubu administration’s reforms, particularly the removal of the petrol subsidy and the floating of the naira, arguing that the policies have increased the pressure on households and businesses.

The Federal Government, however, has maintained that its reforms are intended to address longstanding structural weaknesses in the economy and create the foundation for sustainable growth.

‘Relief must go beyond election season’

Shaibu said Nigerians should scrutinise government interventions and determine whether they represent lasting solutions or temporary measures designed to ease public pressure.

He described the current promises of relief as a “temporary dose of political anaesthesia” ahead of the 2027 elections.

According to him, genuine economic recovery should be measured by improvements in household purchasing power, affordable transportation, accessible energy, food security, employment opportunities and the overall standard of living.

He further challenged the administration to demonstrate that its economic policies would produce sustained benefits for Nigerians rather than short-term relief.

The statement comes as political activities and debates over Nigeria’s economic direction intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections, with opposition figures increasingly using the cost of living and the impact of government reforms as major points of criticism.

The Tinubu administration has continued to defend its economic programme, insisting that its reforms are necessary to reposition the Nigerian economy and deliver long-term prosperity.

What to know

Atiku Abubakar was Nigeria’s vice president from 1999 to 2007 and has remained a prominent opposition figure. His latest criticism adds to the growing political debate over whether the government’s economic reforms are delivering sufficient benefits to ordinary Nigerians.

With the 2027 elections approaching, economic conditions are expected to remain a major issue in political campaigns and public discourse.

02/09/2026

Terrorist Suspect’s Wife, Two Children Surrender to Nigerian Army in Borno

By Adewale Omo Olubo I All Day TV
2 September 2025

A 45-year-old woman identified as Yaganama Abdul, said to be the wife of a suspected terrorist, has surrendered to troops of the Nigerian Army alongside her two children in Mafa Local Government Area of Borno State.

Sources said Abdul surrendered to troops of the 112 Task Force Battalion at about 4pm on August 28 after escaping from the Burari terrorist enclave.

The two children who accompanied her were identified as Yafatai Abdul, 9, and Guja Abdul, 4.

According to preliminary information obtained during interrogation, Abdul and her children fled the enclave following violent clashes between rival terrorist factions operating in the area.

The circumstances surrounding the reported clashes remain subject to further investigation, but the development is expected to provide security agencies with potentially valuable intelligence on activities within the enclave.

Following their surrender, the woman and her children were reportedly profiled and documented by the troops as part of established security and intelligence procedures.

The information gathered from the escapees could assist security agencies in understanding the internal dynamics of the terrorist group, including movements, relationships among factions and developments within the Burari enclave.

The surrender also comes amid continuing military operations aimed at disrupting terrorist activities and encouraging individuals associated with insurgent groups to abandon the enclaves and submit themselves to the authorities.

Security agencies are expected to continue interrogating and screening the escapees to establish additional details about the activities of the suspected terrorist network and the circumstances that led to the reported factional clashes.

Authorities have not publicly disclosed further details about the identity or whereabouts of Yaganama Abdul’s husband, described as a suspected terrorist.

The Nigerian Army has continued to rely on intelligence gathering, community cooperation and operational activities as part of efforts to degrade terrorist networks and restore security in communities affected by insurgency in Borno State.

All Day TV News will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more information becomes available.

01/09/2026

FBI Confirms President Tinubu Was Subject of 1990s Drug-Trafficking Investigation in Sworn US Court Filing

By Adewale Omo Olubo I All Day TV
1 September 2027

The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has confirmed in a sworn declaration filed before a US federal court that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was the subject of a criminal investigation connected to drug-trafficking crimes in the early 1990s.

The declaration, dated August 28, 2026, was filed before the United States District Court for the District of Columbia in an ongoing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) case seeking access to FBI records relating to Tinubu.

According to the FBI, the records being sought were compiled as part of an investigation involving multiple individuals for drug-trafficking crimes.

The agency stated in the court filing that “the responsive records herein were compiled in furtherance of the FBI’s investigation of multiple individuals for drug trafficking crimes.”

The FBI further noted that the court had already determined that there had been an official acknowledgement of an investigation involving Tinubu.

The latest filing has renewed public and political attention around decades-old US law-enforcement records concerning the Nigerian President, particularly as political parties and opposition figures position themselves ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election.

FBI, DEA Ordered to Process Records

The declaration followed an April 2025 ruling by US District Judge Beryl Howell, who held that the FBI and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) could no longer rely on so-called “Glomar” responses to refuse to confirm or deny the existence of records relating to the investigation.

A Glomar response is used by US government agencies in certain Freedom of Information Act cases when confirming or denying the existence of particular records could itself reveal protected information.

Judge Howell ruled that the agencies had not established sufficient privacy grounds to conceal the fact that Tinubu had been the subject of a criminal investigation.

She subsequently ordered the agencies to process records responsive to the FOIA requests, subject to applicable exemptions under US law.

However, the ruling did not establish that Tinubu committed a drug-trafficking offence, nor did it establish that he was convicted of any crime.

The distinction has become central to the latest political controversy, with the existence of an investigation being presented separately from any conclusion about criminal liability.

Records Sought in FOIA Case

The latest declaration relates to FOIA requests filed by American transparency activist Aaron Greenspan.

Among the documents sought by Greenspan were the “entire FBI file for Bola Ahmed Tinubu” as well as FBI Form 302 interview records involving Tinubu.

The records referenced FBI Case No. 245-IP-71386-UUUUUU, covering the period between 1992 and 1993.

Greenspan’s requests formed part of a broader effort to obtain records concerning a Chicago heroin-trafficking operation that operated during the early 1990s.

The FBI, however, has continued to withhold portions of the records, citing several exemptions under the US Freedom of Information Act.

According to the agency, the exemptions relate to issues including personal privacy, confidential sources, law-enforcement techniques and information whose disclosure could potentially endanger individuals.

The FBI also stated that it could not publicly disclose the complete basis for relying on some of the exemptions.

Atiku-Linked Lobbying Firm Publicises Declaration

Portions of the FBI declaration were publicised by Von Batten-Montague-York, a Washington-based lobbying firm hired by former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

In a post on its X handle, the firm said it was reviewing a large volume of records received from the FBI and redacting portions where necessary.

The firm said the FBI declaration demonstrated that an investigation involving Tinubu had been officially acknowledged by the US court.

“The FBI states under oath that the court has already determined that a criminal investigation of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu was officially acknowledged,” the firm said.

It said the document was being released in response to claims that Tinubu had never been criminally investigated.

“We are posting this document to counter the claim made yesterday that President Tinubu was never criminally investigated and is simply following the law to protect his privacy,” the firm said.

“That claim is false, as shown by the FBI’s sworn declaration below.”

The development has subsequently generated a fresh political dispute between supporters of the President and opposition figures, with both sides offering sharply different interpretations of the significance of the records.

Presidency Dismisses Claims as Political Propaganda

Reacting to the development, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, dismissed the claims surrounding the FBI records as politically motivated.

Dare accused Atiku of using a Washington-based lobbying firm to generate controversy around historical US records ahead of the 2027 election.

He described the campaign as “a clinical demonstration of desperation” and argued that the materials being circulated did not amount to an intelligence breakthrough.

“The coordinated media blitz orchestrated around a Washington, D.C. advisory firm is not an intelligence breakthrough; it is a clinical demonstration of desperation,” Dare said.

The presidential aide also questioned the credibility of statements being issued by the lobbying firm, stressing that its representations should not be portrayed as the official position of the US government.

“The incendiary press releases being carefully churned out from Washington are public relations propaganda sheets passed off as the view of the U.S. Government. They are not,” he said.

Dare further challenged those making allegations concerning classified intelligence to produce evidence supporting their claims.

“Sane minds must categorically dismiss these reports as fabricated, politically motivated, and entirely unsupported by evidence,” he said.

“We demand that they produce the so-called ‘highly classified intelligence report,’ identify their unnamed sources, and provide tangible evidence for their wild allegations.”

Presidency Questions $1.2 Million Lobbying Arrangement

Dare also alleged that publicly available US Department of Justice Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) filings showed that Atiku contracted Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C. on a $1.2 million, 12-month retainer.

According to Dare, the arrangement was intended to “counterbalance” Nigerian government narratives and use historical US judicial records for political leverage ahead of the 2027 elections.

He also questioned the role of the firm’s principal, Dr Karl-Marx Edward Okeke-Von Batten, in the ongoing FOIA litigation.

“Okeke-Von Batten must have conned a desperate Alhaji Abubakar Atiku into believing that he has access to everyone in the Trump administration, including President Trump himself,” Dare alleged.

The presidential aide maintained that the lobbying firm had no role in the US court proceedings, which he said had been ongoing since 2023.

“He has absolute zero to do with what is playing out in the U.S. court system,” Dare said.

“The case has been active since 2023, and the FBI’s main concern is simply the protection of the techniques by which it gathers information and the safety of its sources.”

Dare Rejects Link Between Tinubu’s Travel and FOIA Case

Dare also rejected suggestions linking Tinubu’s foreign travel to the ongoing FOIA proceedings.

He said the President was on a previously scheduled annual leave and maintained that there was no connection between Tinubu’s European trip and the US court case.

“This orchestrated distraction attempts to tie the President’s movements to foreign legal proceedings, but the facts are clear: President Tinubu is on a previously scheduled annual leave, and there is absolutely no connection between the President’s European trip and the ongoing U.S. FOIA proceedings,” he said.

Tinubu’s Lawyer Defends Withholding of Records

Dare further cited comments made by Tinubu’s lawyer, Wole Afolabi, SAN, who recently addressed the FOIA proceedings during an appearance on Channels Television.

According to Dare, Afolabi explained that the withholding of portions of the records was based on US legal provisions designed to protect confidential investigative processes.

Dare said the lawyer also argued that if Tinubu had been criminally liable under US law at the time of the investigation, American authorities would have indicted and prosecuted him.

“He emphasized the core reality: if the president had been criminally liable under U.S. law during past investigations, American authorities would have indicted and prosecuted him at the time,” Dare said.

Opposition Pressed Over 2027 Agenda

Dare accused the opposition of concentrating on decades-old US records instead of presenting Nigerians with detailed policy alternatives ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

“The opposition’s 2027 framework remains devoid of noble economic blueprints, structural innovation, or issue-based engagement,” he said.

He argued that the forthcoming election should ultimately be determined by the performance of political leaders, their policy proposals and their ability to deliver tangible improvements to Nigerians.

“True democratic validation is earned through the ballot box and tangible service delivery to the citizens at home, not through manufactured headlines bought and paid for in foreign currency,” Dare said.

Tinubu’s Legal Team Opposes Further Disclosure

Tinubu’s legal team has opposed further disclosure of the records, arguing that the release of personal information contained in government archives would violate his privacy rights.

The latest FBI declaration therefore leaves the central dispute focused on what additional records, if any, can legally be released under the US Freedom of Information Act and what those records may contain.

While the FBI has confirmed that the records were compiled during an investigation involving drug-trafficking crimes and that a court has recognised an official acknowledgement of an investigation involving Tinubu, the available filing, as presented in the current proceedings, does not establish that Tinubu committed a drug-trafficking offence or was convicted of one.

The controversy is nevertheless likely to remain a major political issue as Nigeria approaches the 2027 presidential election, with opposition figures demanding greater disclosure of the historical records and the Presidency insisting that the issue is being politically exploited.

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