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Plateau Local Government Chairman Impeached By Legislative Arm

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September 13, 2022

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The Legislative Arm of the Langtang North Local Government Council in Plateau State has impeached its executive chairman Hon. Bitrus Zulfa Rimven, over alleged corruption.

Newsmen learned that the impeachment was consequent upon notice of acts of gross misconduct labeled against the erstwhile chairman, which was communicated to him by the Legislative Council a fortnight ago.

The impeachment sitting which was presided over by the Leader of the Council and Councilor representing Pishe–Yashi Ward, Hon. Maina Nanzing, on Tuesday, voted to oust the chairman.

Shortly after a roll call by the leader of the house, the Councilor representing Jat Ward, Hon. Dashe Yarnap, moved a motion for the impeachment of the Council Chairman, Bitrus Rimven Zulfa, and was seconded by the Deputy Leader and Councilor representing Pajat Ward, Hon. Dindam Longbap Wuyep, after which the leader of the Council, Hon Nanzing Maina, moved for the swearing in of the deputy chairperson of the local government council, Hon. Nancy Philemon Paul, as the substantive chairperson of the council with immediate effect.

According to the Deputy Leader, the impeached chairman, who was served with an impeachment notice on August 31, 2022, failed to respond to the allegations leveled against him, hence he failed to clear himself of the allegations.

The allegations against the former chairman included siphoning over N300m from the local government coffers, and using a staff of the local government, by the name of Samuel Malo Magit to perpetrate the alleged crime.

Other allegations labeled against Zulfa included his failure to constitute the executive arm of the council, whereby, he had been running the affairs of the council as a one-man show, in clear contrast to the provisions of Section 34 (c)of Plateau State Local Government Council Law 2016.

According to members of the Legislative Arm, there was a meeting held in Government House, Jos at the instance of some government officials, among which were Secretary to the Government of Plateau State, Professor Danladi Attu, State Head of Service, Sunday Hyat, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Sylvanus Tapgun, Commissioner for Housing, Hon. Brain Dadi, Chief of Staff, Government House, Noel Donjur, critical stakeholders as well as the impeached chairman of Langtang North with the 18 Councilors of the area.

The aim of the meeting with the critical stakeholders of the party was to intervene in the lingering crisis between the council chairman and the Councilors, unfortunately, the sitting ended in a deadlock.

However, the impeached chairman, Barr. Bitrus Zulfa Rimven said he would have replied to the letter sent to him, but he did not want to expose the complicity of the State Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs for some reasons.

During the day’s sitting, 14 out of 1i councilors appended their signatures to endorse the impeachment process.

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Osun 2026: Reject APC over poor workers welfare — Gov Adeleke to voters

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August 6, 2026

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Osun State Governor and Accord governorship candidate, Ademola Adeleke, has called on residents to vote against the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the August 15 governorship election.

This is as Governor Adeleke alleged that the opposition neglected civil servants during its period in office.

In a statement shared on his X account on Thursday, Adeleke urged eligible voters to support his re-election bid, adding that the state should not return to what he described as an era of hardship for public workers.

The governor alleged that civil servants experienced severe economic difficulties under the previous APC administration, claiming many struggled to provide for their families due to the payment of half salaries.

“We will not allow APC to take Osun back to the days when civil servants had to beg their neighbours for food.

“Those who once weaponised poverty by paying workers half salaries, leaving civil servants to struggle to feed their families, and denying our people access to basic necessities are desperate to return to inflict more pain. We must never go back to those dark days,” he said.

Governor Adeleke appealed to voters to participate in the August 15 poll, urging them to endorse what he described as the path of progress and good governance through the Accord Party.

“On August 15, I urge every eligible voter to send a clear and resounding message that Osun has chosen the path of progress, compassion, and good governance. Together, we will protect the mandate of the people and keep Osun moving forward,” he stated.

In a separate message, the governor defended his administration’s record on workers’ welfare, maintaining that improving the wellbeing of civil servants had remained one of his government’s priorities since assuming office.

According to Adeleke, “APC’s disdain for civil servants is well known in Osun State. Since I became governor, I have made the welfare of our workers and the people of Osun State a top priority.”

He also referred to the recent freezing of the Osun State Government’s accounts, expressing confidence that the development would strengthen public resolve ahead of the governorship election.

“The unjust freezing of state accounts will only strengthen the resolve of our people to do everything necessary to ensure Osun never returns to the era of darkness.

“The choice is clear: progress over regression, good governance over neglect. Accord over APC,” the governor added.

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Super Falcons Crush Egypt 6-2 to Reach WAFCON 2026 Quarter-Finals

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August 6, 2026

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The Super Falcons of Nigeria booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a commanding 6-2 victory over Egypt in their final group-stage match, holding on to their title credentials with an impressive attacking display.

The 10-time African champions wasted little time asserting their dominance, opening the scoring through Asisat Oshoala, who calmly converted from the penalty spot after sending the Egyptian goalkeeper the wrong way.

Nigeria continued to dictate proceedings and doubled their advantage through Gift Monday, who made an immediate impact after coming off the bench in the first half.

However, Egypt reduced the deficit just before the break after converting a penalty to keep themselves in the contest.

The Super Falcons responded emphatically after halftime. Substitute Uchenna Kanu restored Nigeria’s two-goal cushion in the 57th minute, finishing off an excellent move created by Rinsola Babajide, who tormented the Egyptian defence throughout the encounter.

With the game firmly under their control, Nigeria continued to press forward and were rewarded with another penalty in the closing stages. Christy Ucheibe confidently dispatched the spot-kick in the 81st minute to make it 4-1.

Captain Rasheedat Ajibade then got on the scoresheet from the penalty spot deep into stoppage time, extending the lead to 5-1 before substitute Joy Omewa completed the rout in the 90+8th minute, finishing brilliantly after being set up by Ajibade.

Although Egypt managed to score twice, they were unable to cope with Nigeria’s relentless attacking play, as the Super Falcons showcased their squad depth with substitutes making decisive contributions throughout the contest.

Babajide capped off an outstanding individual performance by claiming the Woman of the Match award after providing two assists and consistently stretching the Egyptian backline with her pace, cretivity and delivery.

The comprehensive victory sees Nigeria advance to the quarter-finals, where they will face Cameroon in what promises to be another heavyweight African encounter.

Should the Super Falcons progress, they will meet the winner of the quarter-final between South Africa and Morocco in the last four.

The result further reinforces Nigeria’s status as one of the favourites for the title as they continue their quest for an 11th WAFCON crown, with Justin Madugu’s side displaying both attacking firepower and the depth needed for a successful tournament run.