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How Ex-Governor Ganduje Secretly Seized Kano State’s $4 Billion Dry Port Stake, Installing His Children as Co-Owners

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How Ex-Governor Ganduje Secretly Seized Kano State’s $4 Billion Dry Port Stake, Installing His Children as Co-Owners

PREMIUM TIMES can today report that former Kano State Governor Abdullahi Ganduje secretly removed the state government’s 20 percent equity in the Dala Inland Dry Port Nigeria Limited and transferred the ownership stake to private hands, making his own children directors and shareholders before awarding the firm a lucrative public contract.

This shocking transfer effectively edged the Kano State Government out of a vital logistics project and positioned the Ganduje family to directly profit from the subsequent award of a state contract worth more than N4 billion for infrastructure development.

The Anatomy of the Alleged Theft

The Dala Inland Dry Port, a strategic facility conceived in 2003 to facilitate trade with landlocked countries, was planned under a federal policy that reserved a 20 percent minority stake for the host state government.

  • State Acquisition: In 2006, the Kano State Government, under then-Governor Ibrahim Shekarau, acquired its mandated 20 percent stake in the port. The state was committed to paying for this equity by providing essential infrastructure—including roads, fencing, electricity, and water—at the Zawachiki project site.
  • Ganduje’s Move: Long after two previous administrations failed to execute the infrastructure project, Governor Ganduje allegedly exploited the situation. He secretly transferred the state’s 20 percent stake to private ownership, bypassing the state treasury, and immediately installed his children as co-owners.
  • The Contract Award: Shortly after taking ownership, the Ganduje administration awarded a contract worth over N4 billion to Dala Inland Dry Port Limited to provide the very infrastructure—roads, power, and water—that the state was originally committed to providing as its equity contribution.

This maneuver turned a state asset into a private, family-controlled source of wealth, allowing Ganduje’s children to be simultaneously owners, directors, and contractors on a project originally intended for public benefit.

A Pattern of Alleged Corruption

This investigation into the Dala Dry Port scheme is a stark reminder of Ganduje’s previous highly publicized allegations of corruption.

During his tenure as Governor, Ganduje became globally infamous after a video emerged allegedly showing him receiving bundles of US dollars from contractors and stuffing the cash into the pocket of his traditional babban riga. The incident, where he was nicknamed the “Dollar Governor,” highlighted a history of allegedly abusing his position for personal gain from public works.

The new findings by PREMIUM TIMES suggest the former governor continued to use his office to transfer public wealth to his family, demonstrating a persistent pattern of placing private financial interests above the well-being of Kano State citizens.

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US Senator Ted Cruz Proposes Sanctions on Nigerian Officials Over Anti-Christian Violence

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US Senator Ted Cruz Proposes Sanctions on Nigerian Officials Over Anti-Christian Violence

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has proposed a bill aimed at protecting “persecuted” Christians in Nigeria by mandating sanctions against Nigerian government officials.

Christened the “Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025,” the legislation seeks to hold officials accountable for allegedly “facilitating the mass murder of Christians” by Islamist militant groups.

Key Provisions of the Proposed Bill

The comprehensive bill calls for several measures to increase pressure on the Nigerian government:

  • Targeted Sanctions: Imposing sanctions on Nigerian officials who are deemed responsible for facilitating the violence or those who “enforce Sharia and blasphemy laws.”
  • “Country of Particular Concern” Designation: Requiring the U.S. Secretary of State to officially designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) regarding religious freedom.
  • Continued Terror Designation: Mandating that Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa (ISWAP) remain designated as Entities of Particular Concern.

Senator Cruz introduced the bill in early September, shortly before the Trump administration signed a memo labeling views leaning toward anti-Christianity as domestic terrorism.

On Friday, Cruz insisted the bill was vital to addressing the crisis, specifically citing recent reports that over 5,000 residents had fled Borno State into Cameroon after Boko Haram militants captured the border town of Kirawa.

“Officials in Nigeria are ignoring and even facilitating the mass murder of Christians by Islamist jihadists,” Cruz alleged. “It’s time to hold those responsible accountable. My Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act would target these officials with powerful sanctions and other tools.”

While the Nigerian Federal Government has repeatedly rejected claims of official complicity in religious persecution, the bill remains a key focus amid growing global fears over anti-Christian behavior in the country.

The proposal is currently stalled by a legislative impasse in Washington, which has forced a U.S. government shutdown, temporarily paralyzing Congress.

Boko Haram Seizes Kirawa, Forcing Over 5,000 Borno Residents to Flee to Cameroon

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Boko Haram Seizes Kirawa, Forcing Over 5,000 Borno Residents to Flee to Cameroon

More than 5,000 people have fled Nigeria’s Northeast region into neighboring Cameroon following a large-scale attack by Boko Haram militants who seized the border town of Kirawa in Borno State late Thursday.

The attack, which saw insurgents overrun and burn a military barracks, the district head’s palace, and dozens of homes, underscores the intensified wave of violence gripping Borno State, the epicenter of the 16-year conflict involving Boko Haram and ISWAP.

Escalating Violence in Borno

Kirawa is now deserted, according to escaping residents. District Head Abdulrahman Abubakar told Reuters he “was left with no option but to flee to Cameroon,” adding that residents fled across the border via trucks, while others made the perilous journey toward the state capital, Maiduguri.

Boko Haram claimed responsibility, releasing a video that showed fighters chanting “victory belongs to God” as they burned the military barracks under the night sky.

This assault comes less than two weeks after a similar raid on Banki, another crucial border town. On September 19, Boko Haram fighters stormed the base of the 152 TF Battalion in Banki, dislodging Nigerian troops, killing an unknown number of soldiers, seizing weapons, and burning armored tanks. Reports indicated that surviving soldiers also fled into Cameroon.

The back-to-back victories by the terrorists in these border towns demonstrate a dangerous resurgence and a breakdown of security, forcing thousands of civilians to seek refuge outside of Nigeria.

Shettima Ignores Borno Crisis

This catastrophic displacement and ongoing security failure in Borno State take place while one of the state’s most prominent political figures, Vice President Kashim Shettima, is being criticized for a glaring display of geopolitical hypocrisy.

Shettima, a former Governor and Senator of Borno State, recently delivered a powerful speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), where he passionately articulated the need for global intervention and justice for the people of Gaza.

While his attention was focused on international conflicts, the Vice President has remained largely silent regarding the ongoing humanitarian and security catastrophe in his own home state, where mass killings, military defeats, and the flight of over 5,000 citizens to Cameroon are now daily realities.

Critics highlight the stark contradiction: a leader who speaks for the displaced and suffering thousands of miles away while his own constituents are actively being uprooted by terrorism, suggesting a prioritization of international optics over domestic accountability in the very region he represented.

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Reactions as Toluwani Odukoya Opens Up on Marital Separation and the Defining Role of Loss in Her Ministry

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Reactions as Toluwani Odukoya Opens Up on Marital Separation and the Defining Role of Loss in Her Ministry

Pastor Toluwani Odukoya, the Associate Senior Pastor of The Fountain of Life Church, has candidly disclosed the personal turmoil she navigated—including a marital separation—that ultimately cemented her faith and pastoral calling.

In a deeply personal interview on the Truthtable platform, shared on her YouTube channel on Thursday, the 40-year-old revealed for the first time that she is separated from her husband due to “circumstances beyond my control.”

Odukoya described the end of her marriage as akin to “a death,” an emotional blow compounded by a string of devastating family losses between 2021 and 2023. During this turbulent period, she mourned the deaths of her stepmother, her father’s twin sister, and eventually, her father, the late Senior Pastor Taiwo Odukoya.

Despite the profound heartbreak, she emphasized that the separation was not a sign of fault, stating that her “ex-husband is a great man.” She attributed the split to a lack of divine alignment: “If God doesn’t ordain you guys to be together and you force-fit yourselves, the likelihood of staying together is very low.”

The emotional baggage led her to question her worthiness for ministry, but she ultimately embraced her pastoral destiny by focusing on her faith.

“When the call came, I told God, ‘You know all the baggage I’m trying to navigate. But if You call me to serve, then maybe you’ve put something in me.’ I just decided to keep my eyes on Jesus.”

Odukoya was quick to credit her family’s unwavering support, noting that her late father and siblings played a crucial role in her emotional recovery. “My dad fought for me. My family encouraged me. That embrace added to my self-esteem and self-worth,” she shared.

Following the passing of her father, Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, in August 2023, the church leadership was passed to her brother, Jimmy Odukoya, who now serves as the Senior Pastor alongside her in the associate role.

Reactions

Toluwani Odukoya’s open admission, which breaks the traditional silence surrounding separation and divorce in many church circles, has been met with significant support from her online community:

  • Many viewers of the interview expressed deep empathy and shared their own experiences with failed marriages, praising her transparency. One commenter noted: “Immediately she said ‘I am separated’ my eyes got teary… I know the many questions and thoughts that comes with a failed marriage… but thank God for the HOLY SPIRIT!”
  • Other reactions highlighted her maturity in handling the separation, specifically acknowledging her kind words toward her ex-husband. One user commented, “She mourned the death of her marriage peacefully. I like the ways she gave credit to her family and ex husband. She did not butcher the ex with bad words.”
  • Her testimony of finding strength through loss is being widely viewed as a “story of courage, faith, and trusting God even when life doesn’t go as planned,” solidifying her message of resilience for her large congregation and online following.

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Sean “Diddy” Combs Sentencing Hearing Details

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Sean “Diddy” Combs Sentencing Hearing Details

The sentencing hearing for Sean “Diddy” Combs took place on Friday, October 3, 2025, in federal court in Manhattan. Combs, 55, was convicted in July 2025 of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution (violations of the Mann Act).

Here are the key elements and arguments presented during the hearing before U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian:

The Core Conflict: Sentence Recommendations

PartyRequested SentenceReasoning
Prosecution11 years and 3 months (135 months) in prison and a $500,000 fine.Argued Combs is “unrepentant” and his requested sentence reflects decades of abuse and violence. Slammed him for having booked speaking engagements for the following week, calling it the “height of hubris.”
Defense TeamNo more than 14 monthsin prison (time served, leading to immediate release).Argued Combs has been “adequately punished” by serving over a year in detention, has undergone a “spiritual reset” with sobriety, and should be seen as an example of what a person can do with a second chance.
Judge’s Advisory Guideline70 to 87 months (approx. 5 to 7 years) in prison.Judge Subramanian stated he saw no basis to depart from the advisory guidelines set by the pre-sentencing report, but noted he could weigh all relevant trial evidence, including Combs’ violent conduct, in his final decision.

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Key Moments and Arguments

  • Combs’s Plea for Mercy: The day before the sentencing, Combs submitted a four-page letter to the judge, apologizing for the “hurt and pain” he caused, especially to Cassie Ventura and the woman known as “Jane.” He blamed his past actions on drug addiction and declared, “The old me died in jail and new version of me was reborn.” He asked for leniency for the sake of his seven children and elderly mother.
  • Victim and Accuser Testimony:
    • Combs’s former girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, urged the judge to impose a lengthy sentence, stating she is “so scared that if he walks free, his first actions will be swift retribution towards me.” She asserted that he “will always be the same cruel, power-hungry, manipulative man that he is.”
    • The judge acknowledged both Cassie Ventura and “Jane” as “victims” for the purpose of sentencing, overruling the defense’s objection and signaling that the broader conduct would be considered.
  • Defense’s Presentation: Combs’s legal team presented an approximately 11 to 12-minute video during the hearing that focused on his life as a doting father, his philanthropy, and community activities, intended to portray him in a positive light.
  • Children’s Pleas: Several of Combs’s adult children spoke tearfully to the court, asking the judge to grant their father a second chance and emphasizing the emptiness they felt from his absence.

What Happens if Sentenced

When Judge Subramanian delivers the sentence, the next steps depend on the length of the prison term.

1. If Sentenced to “Time Served” (Approx. 14 Months or Less)

  • Immediate Release: Combs, having been in federal custody since his arrest in September 2024 (over 13 months), would be released from the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn almost immediately after the ruling.
  • Probation/Supervised Release: He would be subject to a period of supervised release (probation) and may be required to pay the fine requested by prosecutors.
  • Continued Legal Scrutiny: Release would not end his legal troubles, as he still faces numerous civil lawsuits regarding sexual assault and abuse allegations.

2. If Sentenced to Prison Time (e.g., 5-7 years or 11+ years)

  • Transfer to Federal Prison: Combs would be transferred from the detention center to a designated facility within the federal Bureau of Prisons to begin his sentence. The judge’s sentence must be “sufficient, but not greater than necessary” to meet sentencing goals.
  • No Parole in the Federal System: Federal sentences do not have parole. He would be required to serve at least 85% of the imposed sentence before he is eligible for release on supervised release.
    • Example based on Judge’s Guideline (70 months / ? 5.8 years): He would likely serve approximately 5 yearsin prison.
    • Example based on Prosecution’s Request (11 years): He would likely serve approximately 9.3 years in prison.
  • Right to Appeal: Regardless of the sentence, Combs and his defense team have the right to appeal the conviction and the sentence to a higher court, a process that can take many months or even years.

The final sentence will be a decision by Judge Subramanian, who is not legally bound by the prosecution’s request or the advisory guidelines, but he has indicated he will likely adhere to the 70–87 month range.

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Diddy Begs Judge for Mercy, Blaming Past Abuse on Drug Addiction

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Diddy Begs Judge for Mercy, Blaming Past Abuse on Drug Addiction

Convicted music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has made a desperate plea to the judge for leniency ahead of his sentencing hearing, scheduled for Friday at 10:00 ET (15:00 GMT). In a four-page letter submitted to Judge Arun Subramanian, the 54-year-old blamed his past violent behavior on drug addiction and claimed he has fundamentally reformed his life while incarcerated.

Combs, who was found guilty in July of two prostitution-related counts that carry a maximum sentence of 20 years, expressed deep remorse for his conduct.

Plea: “I Lost My Way”

In his letter, Combs apologized “for all of the hurt and pain that I have caused,” specifically addressing his violent assault on his former girlfriend, singer Cassie Ventura.

“I literally lost my mind,” he wrote. “I’m sorry for that and always will be. My domestic violence will always be a heavy burden that I will have to forever carry.”

He also apologized to the woman identified as “Jane” who testified against him, stating his downfall was rooted in “selfishness” and that he became “lost in the drugs and the excess.”

Combs claimed his 13 months in a Brooklyn jail have left him “humbled and broken to my core,” asserting that he is now sober “for the first time in 25 years” and teaching fellow inmates about business. “The old me died in jail and new version of me was reborn,” he argued.

He asked for leniency not only for himself but also for his seven children and his 84-year-old mother, who recently underwent brain surgery, urging the court to see him as an “example of what a person can do if afforded a second chance.”

Accusers Fear Retribution

Despite Combs’s plea, his accusers have written to the judge urging a lengthy sentence and expressing fears that he will seek retribution if released.

Cassie Ventura wrote that she is “so scared that if he walks free, his first actions will be swift retribution towards me and others who spoke up.” She dismissed his claims of reform, adding, “He has no interest in changing or becoming better. He will always be the same cruel, power-hungry, manipulative man that he is.”

Sentencing Hearing Details

  • Prosecution Stance: Prosecutors are pressing for at least 11 years in prison, maintaining in a previous filing that Combs is “unrepentant” and is merely trying “to recast decades of abuse as simply the function of mutually toxic relationships.”
  • Defense Request: Combs’s legal team has asked the court to release him later this month, effectively seeking a sentence of time served. They plan to present their case in court today, including a currently undisclosed 15-minute video.
  • Previous Verdict: A jury acquitted Combs of the most serious charges—racketeering and sex trafficking—in July, which spared him the prospect of life behind bars.

Combs is expected to speak directly to the court before Judge Subramanian delivers the sentence.

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Prosecutors Demand 11 Years for Diddy, Citing Lack of Remorse in Prostitution Conviction

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Prosecutors Demand 11 Years for Diddy, Citing Lack of Remorse in Prostitution Conviction

Prosecutors urged a federal judge on Friday to sentence music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs to more than a decade in prison for his conviction on two prostitution-related counts, arguing the 55-year-old has shown a profound lack of remorse.

Prosecutor Christy Slavik told the New York court that Diddy’s qualified apology suggested he believes “the law doesn’t apply to him,” and insisted his respect for the law was “just lip service.” The prosecution is pushing for an 11-year prison sentence.

Slavik emphasized Diddy’s alleged arrogance, noting that he had booked speaking engagements in Miami for the following week in anticipation of a light sentence—a move she called “the height of hubris.”

Federal Judge Arun Subramanian, who has the latitude to impose a sentence higher or lower than the guidelines, noted that advisory guidelines suggested a prison term of between six and seven years. The judge, too, pointed to an apparent lack of remorse, noting Combs has “challenged his factual guilt full-throatedly.”

Combs’s lawyers, meanwhile, have requested a 14-month sentence, which would effectively amount to time served, as he has already been incarcerated in Brooklyn for over a year.

Combs Pleads for Mercy

Diddy addressed the court and submitted a letter on Thursday pleading for mercy. He expressed fear of being away from his family, vowing he “will never commit a crime again.”

“I lost my way,” Combs wrote. “I got lost in my drugs and the excess… I have been humbled and broken to my core.”

His mother and six of his children were present in court and have submitted supporting letters to the judge.

Ventura Details Trauma in Letter

In contrast, Combs’s former girlfriend, singer Casandra Ventura (Cassie), submitted her own powerful letter, asking the judge to consider “the many lives that Sean Combs has upended with his abuse and control.”

Ventura, who testified while heavily pregnant, recounted suffering physical, emotional, and sexual abuse during their decade-long relationship. She detailed being coerced into “freak-offs”—sexual marathons with hired men that Combs directed and sometimes filmed.

Ventura reminded the judge and court of the graphic evidence presented:

“The entire courtroom watched actual footage of Combs kicking and beating me as I tried to run away… seeing my body thrown to the ground, my hands over my head, curled into a fetal position to shield me from the worst blows.”

She also revealed that she and her family have left the New York area due to fear of “retribution” from Combs if he is released.

Following two months of intense testimony, jurors in July acquitted Combs of the most serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, sparing him a potential life sentence.

The conviction on the lesser counts stems from a federal statute that criminalizes transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution, a ruling the defense accepts while maintaining that the underlying sexual activity was consensual and arguing that the violence did not meet the legal threshold for the grave charges.

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Boko Haram terrorist group once nominated former President Muhammadu Buhari to represent them in peace talks – Jonathan

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Boko Haram terrorist group once nominated former President Muhammadu Buhari to represent them in peace talks – Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan revealed on Friday that the Boko Haram terrorist group once nominated former President Muhammadu Buhari to represent them in peace talks with the Federal Government. Jonathan made the disclosure at the public presentation of Scars, a book authored by former Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor (retd.), in Abuja.

Jonathan argued that this nomination made him believe that the insurgency could have been swiftly resolved once Buhari became president, highlighting the complex and persistent nature of the crisis.

Buhari’s Nomination by Insurgents

Jonathan recounted setting up various committees to explore dialogue with Boko Haram during his administration. He noted that in one of these attempts, the insurgents made a highly unusual request.

“One of the committees we set up then, the Boko Haram nominated Buhari to lead their team to negotiatewith the government,” Jonathan said.

He expressed his surprise that the insurgency did not end once Buhari—the terrorists’ preferred negotiator—took office.

“I was feeling that, oh, if they nominated Buhari to represent them… then when Buhari took over, it could have been an easy way to negotiate with them and they would have handed over their guns. But it was still there till today,” he stated.

Crisis Goes Beyond Hunger

Jonathan, who spent five years battling the insurgency from 2010 to 2015, stressed that the group’s persistence under Buhari’s military background showed the crisis was “far more complex than it is often presented.”

He dismissed the idea that the insurgency is solely driven by poverty or hunger, pointing to the sophistication of the group’s arsenal.

“If you look at the weapons they use… then you know that these are not hungry people… the ammunition they use, sometimes they even have more ammunition than our soldiers,” he asserted.

Jonathan suggested that the sophisticated nature of their weapons pointed to “external hands” being involved, particularly during his presidency.

The Permanent Scar of Chibok

The former president also described the 2014 abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls as a “permanent scar I will die with” on his administration.

He called on the current government to adopt a “slightly different approach,” suggesting a carrot-and-stick strategy. Jonathan urged all military officers involved in the Boko Haram saga to document their experiences to provide clarity on the group’s true motives and goals.

Boko Haram emerged in the early 2000s in Borno State but became a major security threat following the killing of its leader, Mohammed Yusuf, in police custody in 2009.

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Bandits Kill Four in Southern Kaduna; Fresh Attacks Underscore Security Crisis

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Bandits Kill Four in Southern Kaduna; Fresh Attacks Underscore Security Crisis

Bandits have killed at least four residents in attacks across Southern Kaduna, Kaduna State, between Tuesday and Thursday, highlighting the relentless insecurity and violence plaguing the region. The latest killings occurred alongside numerous kidnappings that remain largely underreported.

Deadly Ambush on Kachia Road

The most recent lethal attack occurred on Thursday evening when bandits ambushed a vehicle transporting passengers from Awon village to Kachia town headquarters.

According to Sebastian Yakubu, a local resident, the commercial vehicle ambush resulted in the immediate deaths of two people:

  • Ibrahim Makama, the driver.
  • Jonathan Jeremiah, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program graduate.

“They kidnapped some of the passengers in other vehicles while others escaped by sheer luck,” Yakubu stated. He added that the attacks followed the killing of two other residents earlier in the week: “On Tuesday, they killed one of our community farmers in the same Awon village and one other local from the Ankwa area, whom they kidnapped and demanded ransom, yet they killed him afterward.”

Community Laments Neglect and Media Silence

The latest bloodshed comes amid growing frustration from communities who feel abandoned and underrepresented in the media. Residents, like Yakubu, have accused local media of being “paid to be quiet” about the crisis.

Earlier reports from the Kachia Local Government Area echoed these sentiments, where communities detailed persistent bandit attacks and kidnappings that receive little national attention.

In a statement signed by Rev. Fr. Agbo Gabriel on behalf of the residents, the community lamented a pervasive sense of abandonment, citing a devastating attack on Wakeh village on Sunday, September 7, 2025, which left eight people dead, several injured, and homes burned. Other communities, including Bishini and Katari, have also been repeatedly targeted.

Pattern of Violence Across Kaduna

The recent incidents are part of a continuous wave of violence across the state:

  • Giwa LGA Attack: On September 24, bandits heavily armed and in large numbers struck Kauran Fawa village in the Giwa Local Government Area, killing resident Sabitu Hamza and severely injuring another.
  • Mass Burial: Just weeks earlier, on August 31, seven victims, mostly minors, who were killed in an earlier attack in Unguwan Rimi village, Kauru Local Government Area, were laid to rest.

Controversial “Kaduna Model” Peace Pact

In response to the unending insecurity, the Kaduna State government, in collaboration with federal agencies, has launched a holistic peace initiative dubbed the “Kaduna Model.”

This initiative controversially involves direct engagement and peace pacts with notorious bandit leaders such as Yellow Jambros and Dogo Gide, men accused of mass killings and extortion across the region. Critics have strongly voiced concerns that negotiating with such warlords is the wrong approach to tackling terrorism and banditry.

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Who is Faith Adewale? Biography: Age, Personal Life, Belief, Career, Net Worth & Achievements

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Who is Faith Adewale? Biography: Age, Personal Life, Belief, Career, Net Worth & Achievements

Faith Adewale

Faith Adewale is a Nigerian media personality who gained national prominence as a housemate on Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10. Known for his presence and growing fan appeal, Faith successfully navigated the weeks of the competition and secured a spot among the Top 10 Finalists for the season.

His journey on the show, however, came to an abrupt end when he was disqualified just before the final week. His removal followed a physical altercation with a fellow housemate, Sultana, a direct violation of the show’s non-violence policy.

Following his exit, Faith became the focus of public attention after a video circulated online showing the remarkably supportive and loving reception he received from his father, who assured him that his destiny would not be “truncated.” Despite the setback, Faith is now expected to transition into utilizing the significant platform and fame gained from BBNaija to launch his career in the media and entertainment industry.

Quick Facts: Faith Adeoluwa Adewale

CategoryDetails
Full NameFaith Adeoluwa Adewale
Age25 years old
HometownOsun State, Nigeria (Spent teenage years in Lagos)
OccupationMedical Doctor & Augmented Reality (AR) Creator
EducationStudied Medicine in Europe (Georgia-trained doctor, over six years of study) at Caucasus International University.
Relationship StatusSingle and identifies as polyamorous (values honesty, consent, and emotional depth in relationships).
ControversyDisqualified from BBNaija Season 10 after a physical altercation with housemate Sultana, a violation of house rules.
Career & TechPairs medicine with high-tech; has created AR experiences for artists (e.g., Ladipoe, Mr. Eazi) and partnered with Facebook and Snapchat. Nigeria’s first Snapchat Official Lens Creator.
Personal PhilosophyDescribes himself as riveting, calculated, and alluring; sees himself as a mix of “book-smart and street-smart.”
Notable MomentHis proudest moment is assisting in a successful, life-or-death childbirth.
Parents[Specific details about parents are not publicly disclosed] His father’s emotional support following his disqualification went viral.
Net Worth[No official or verifiable net worth figure is publicly available as of his disqualification]
Key BBN ClashesAge-shaming altercation with Big Soso; vocal clash with Imisi over a cooking pot; tension with Jason and Sultana over bed space.

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Short Biography: Faith Adeoluwa Adewale

Faith Adeoluwa Adewale is a 25-year-old medical doctor, reality TV personality, and tech innovator from Osun State, Nigeria. After spending his teenage years in Lagos, he pursued his medical studies in Europe, graduating from Caucasus International University.

Faith embodies a unique blend of intellect and creativity, combining his medical background with a passion for Augmented Reality (AR) technology. He is known for creating AR experiences for major artists and platforms, and he holds the distinction of being Nigeria’s first Snapchat Official Lens Creator.

He entered Big Brother Naija Season 10 presenting himself as a visionary who observes more than he speaks, and a figure ready to challenge societal norms, including his personal identification as polyamorous. During his time in the house, he was involved in several high-tension moments, including an age-shaming accusation by Big Soso and a public clash with Imisi.

His journey on the show concluded abruptly when he was disqualified after a physical confrontation with fellow housemate Sultana, a severe violation of the show’s rules. Following his exit, a viral video showed his father providing him with emotional, unwavering support despite the setback. Faith’s profile is defined by his high-achieving career path and the controversies of his dramatic reality television exit.

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Here are ten key facts about Faith Adewale, the former contestant of Big Brother Naija Season 10

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Here are ten key facts about Faith Adewale, the former contestant of Big Brother Naija Season 10

Top 10 Things to Know About BBNaija’s Faith Adewale

Here are ten key facts about Faith Adewale, the former contestant of Big Brother Naija Season 10, following his recent disqualification:

  1. BBNaija Season 10 Contestant: Faith Adewale was a housemate on the tenth season of the popular Nigerian reality television show, Big Brother Naija.
  3. Disqualification: He was disqualified from the competition on a Thursday, just days before the grand finale.
  4. Reason for Exit: His disqualification was due to a physical altercation with a fellow housemate, Sultana, which violated the show’s strict rule against violence.
  6. Top 10 Finalist: At the time of his removal, Faith was officially among the ten remaining finalists poised to compete for the season’s grand prize.
  8. Popularity: He was considered a strong contender and had garnered a substantial fan base during his time in the house.
  10. Viral Welcome: A video of him being received by his father after the disqualification went viral, highlighting his father’s unconditional support.
  12. Father’s Encouragement: His father’s words, such as, “Don’t worry, you’re great… Nobody can truncate your destiny,” became widely shared across social media.
  15. Social Media Impact: His disqualification sparked significant debate online, with many expressing sympathy for his family’s positive reaction while others supported the show’s zero-tolerance policy on violence.
  17. Future Prospects: Despite the abrupt end to his time on the show, he is expected to leverage the significant exposure and platform gained from BBNaija to pursue career opportunities outside of the house.

Short Biography: Faith Adewale

Faith Adewale is a Nigerian media personality who gained national prominence as a housemate on Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10. Known for his presence and growing fan appeal, Faith successfully navigated the weeks of the competition and secured a spot among the Top 10 Finalists for the season.

His journey on the show, however, came to an abrupt end when he was disqualified just before the final week. His removal followed a physical altercation with a fellow housemate, Sultana, a direct violation of the show’s non-violence policy.

Following his exit, Faith became the focus of public attention after a video circulated online showing the remarkably supportive and loving reception he received from his father, who assured him that his destiny would not be “truncated.” Despite the setback, Faith is now expected to transition into utilizing the significant platform and fame gained from BBNaija to launch his career in the media and entertainment industry.

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BBNaija Disqualification: Faith Adewale’s Father Gives Emotional Support Despite Setback

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BBNaija Disqualification: Faith Adewale’s Father Gives Emotional Support Despite Setback

Nigerian youth, Faith Adewale, who was dramatically disqualified from Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10, received an overwhelming and emotional welcome from his father, who assured him of unwavering love and support despite the unfortunate exit.

Reason for Disqualification

Faith’s removal from the house occurred on Thursday following a heated disagreement with fellow housemate Sultana that escalated into a physical altercation. BBNaija rules strictly prohibit any form of violence, leading organizers to order Faith’s immediate disqualification.

The development was a major shock, especially as Faith was already among the show’s Top 10 Finalists—alongside Kola, Imisi, Isabella, Sultana, Jason Jae, Mensan, Koyin, Kaybobo, and Dede—just days ahead of the grand finale scheduled for Sunday.

Father’s Heartfelt Reception Goes Viral

A video capturing Faith’s return home has since gone viral across social media platforms. The footage shows his father embracing him warmly and offering profound words of encouragement.

“Don’t worry, you’re great, don’t worry, you’ve done well, no doubt about that. You are fantastic. We love you. It shall continue to be well. Nobody can truncate your destiny,” Faith’s father assured him.

Social Media Reaction

The incident and the father’s reaction immediately sparked a wave of responses on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, highlighting public opinion on the disqualification and the importance of family support:

  • Many users expressed disappointment over Faith’s exit but lauded the father’s maturity. One user wrote, “A father’s love is priceless. That simple acceptance is worth more than the N120m prize. He messed up, but he has a safe space.”
  • A significant segment of the audience backed the organizers’ decision, emphasizing the non-negotiable rule against violence. “BBNaija did the right thing. Rules are rules. But I love how his family handled the situation, that’s key to mental health,” one commenter tweeted.
  • Several reactions encouraged Faith to use the platform he gained to build a successful career outside the show. “The platform is bigger than the prize. He needs to leverage the fame. His destiny is definitely not truncated,” wrote another fan.
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