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Plateau PDP Youth Council calls for immediate redeployment of INEC ICT experts

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The Director General of the Atiku/Mutfwang Youth Campaign Council in Plateau State, Hitler Pwajok, has called for the immediate redeployment of some INEC ICT experts, who he claimed were working with the APC governorship candidate in the state, Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda, said to be a former Resident Electoral Commissioner of INEC.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Youth Campaign Council, on Wednesday, protested against an alleged plot by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission in the state to rig the forthcoming polls in favor of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Addressing a press conference in Jos, Pwajok stated that the transfer of the said expert from Benue State to the Plateau State INEC office begged many questions.

He said, “Was there an officially approved interstate transfer of staff by the commission’s headquarters? If there was, why will INEC be insensitive to redeploy staff of the commission from Benue State to Plateau State, particularly those who served under Dr Nentawe Yilwatda, the APC governorship candidate of Plateau State?

“Why should Umar Muhammad be deployed to supervise the ICT department of the commission in Plateau State, where his immediate past boss, Dr Nentawe Yilwatda, is on the ballot? The same  Umar Muhammad, who is alleged to be a close ally of the APC governorship candidate. We consider this sudden deployment by INEC as premeditated and believe it can compromise the integrity and credibility of the electoral process in Plateau State.

“Considering these concerns, we hereby demand and call on the Independent National Electoral Commission to immediately redeploy  Umar Muhammad and others who were hurriedly deployed to Plateau, to be immediately redeployed out of the state to redeem itself as a neutral and unbiased umpire.”

But when contacted by our correspondent, INEC Head of Department, Voter Education and Publicity in Plateau State, Egwurube Otokpa,  declined to speak on the issue.

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2027: “My friends in APC are in slavery” – Dele Momodu laments

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A publisher and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu has expressed his concern over the leadership style of President Bola Tinubu.

Momodu, who appeared as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today, said Tinubu has established a “one-man rule” in the nation’s political space.

According to Momodu, he feels sorry for some of his friends who are members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) under the leadership of Tinubu.

He said it appears his friends within the ruling party are under some kind of slavery and cannot do anything about it.

He also stated that the president, in his effort to destabilise the nation’s polity has successfully pushed all the opposition political heavyweights into one party.

His words, “We saw when APC was doing its own convention, we saw all the military high chiefs, Inspector General of Police; they all abandoned Sambisa Forest, abandoned Jos, abandoned Kebbi for all the Ogas to come to one venue.

“If I were in the shoes of Asiwaju, I am telling you, I would just calm down, let these people have their own day.  You were there, were you not embarrassed that we all had to gather in one small venue?

“But despite that, they are making ADC more popular. Look, Asiwaju will leave power one day but the history is that right now, he has disorganised all opposition parties in Nigeria.

“That is why, unknown to them, you inadvertently forced Peter Obi, they forced Kwankwanso, they forced Atiku and Tambuwal, they forced Amaechi, they forced all the jaggernuts into one party.

“So, whether they like it or not, now Nigerians have an alternative to APC and I am very excited about this.

“On what would be the difference between APC and ADC, from my own point, I would say, let’s start by rescuing our country from a one-man rule.

“That is the foundation, it’s a one-man rule because Tinubu is a one-man rule and there’s no question about it,” Momodu said.

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Plateau Assembly Moves to End Female Disinheritance as Stakeholders Back Women’s Inheritance Bill

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Stakeholders across government, judiciary, security agencies, traditional institutions, and civil society organizations have thrown their weight behind a proposed law seeking to protect the inheritance rights of women and girls in Plateau State, describing the bill as timely, transformative, and critical to ending decades of gender-based discrimination.

The endorsement came during a public hearing organized by the Plateau State House of Assembly on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, on a bill aimed at regulating and protecting the rights of women and girls to inherit properties, benefits, and privileges from deceased husbands and parents.

The joint hearing, chaired by the Chairman of the House Committee on Judiciary Matters, Hon. Kalamu Idris Gyang, and Chairman of the House Committee on Women Affairs, Hon. Sylvester Wallangko, brought together a wide range of stakeholders who made submissions in support of the bill, alongside recommendations for strengthening its provisions.

Hon. Gyang, in his welcome address, emphasized the urgency of the legislation, noting that cultural practices have long deprived women of inheritance rights.

“This bill is for the people of Plateau State… we are very determined to make sure that this bill sees the light of the day,” he said.

He added:

“Women contribute significantly to family wealth and development, yet traditions deprive them of inheritance. This law will correct that imbalance and promote societal growth.”

Co-chairman, Hon. Sylvester Wallangko, described the bill as a solution to long-standing societal issues.

“This particular bill will solve a lot of issues that have bedevilled our society… by the time it is enacted, it will be binding on all of us,” he stated.

Government Officials & Traditional Leadership

Esther Simi Dusu, Special Adviser on Social Welfare to the Governor, described the bill as a pathway to empowerment.

“This bill is a form of emancipation… it will enable women to access opportunities and express their God-given potential,” she said.

Commissioner for Lands, Barr. Peter Nyam Gai, highlighted existing policy alignment with the bill.

“This is one of the best laws ever passed… it will address imbalances and injustice and is already aligned with national policy on women’s property ownership,” he noted.

Representing the Gbong Gwom Jos, HRH Paul Tadi Tor raised concerns about customary land.

“We must clearly define the types of property… especially inherited family land versus personally acquired property,” he advised.

Plateau State Ministry of Justice & Judiciary

Itse Izang, Esq., Deputy Director, Legal Drafting, Ministry of Justice, described the bill as necessary and timely.

“This bill is not only desirable but necessary… it is a transformative step toward justice and equality,” she said.

Laval Suleiman, Esq., Acting Chief Registrar, Sharia Court of Appeal, emphasized constitutional considerations.

“Islamic personal law must be clearly accommodated… especially regarding inheritance and jurisdiction,” he noted.

Barr. Sondo S. Fromber of the Plateau State Judiciary raised interpretative concerns.

“Definitions such as ‘widow’ and ‘child’ must be clearly stated to avoid conflict and confusion in implementation,” he said.

Leah Dagung Hassan, Chairperson of the Nigerian Bar Association, Jos Branch, stressed the economic importance of the bill.

“If a woman is empowered, the family is empowered… and the society is liberated from poverty,” she said.

Barr. Ismail Lawal of the Public Complaints Commission provided detailed technical recommendations.

“This bill is courageous and necessary… but must be strengthened to ensure it is operationally effective and legally precise,” he stated.

Security & Law Enforcement

DSP Christiana Samuel of the Nigeria Police Force pledged enforcement.

“Once this law is passed, we will ensure it is enforced… it is a welcome development,” she said.

ASC Cyrus David Nanle of the NSCDC highlighted practical challenges and social realities.

“If men can inherit, women should too… fairness must prevail in inheritance matters,” he noted.

Community & Civil Society Organizations

Barr. Olivia Dazyem, Chairperson of the Plateau State Gender and Equal Opportunities Commission, described the bill as historic.

“This bill is about justice, equity, and ensuring no woman is denied her rightful place in the family,” she said.

She added:

“We have seen widows thrown out and impoverished… this law will change that narrative.”

Uko Pincuma of the National Human Rights Commission emphasized human rights implications.

“The right to inherit is fundamental… this bill will strengthen economic security and gender equality,” he stated.

Mankus N. Fyakti, Chairperson of FIDA Plateau, backed strong enforcement.

“We support both ADR and strict penalties… this law will protect women, daughters, and families,” she said.

Amb. Mercy Dung Silas, representing wives of council chairmen, urged public support.

“Protecting women’s inheritance rights does not take away from men… it strengthens families,” she said.

Dahiru Babale Ibrahim of JNI noted alignment with Islamic principles.

“Inheritance is already provided for in Islam… we are in full support of this development,” he stated.

Danjuma Dickson Auta of PIDAN admitted initial resistance but endorsed the bill.

“This bill is long overdue… education has helped us understand its importance,” he said.

Celina N. Ali of NCWS described it as overdue justice.

“Women have been suppressed for decades… now we are standing for our rights,” she said.

A representative of the Norwegian Refugee Council emphasized awareness.

“Inheritance is a right… and awareness must reach every community,” the representative said.

Ayuku Pwaspo, Chairperson of the NUJ Plateau State Council, highlighted the media’s role.

“A strong legal framework will empower accountability and protect victims from silent suffering,” she said.

Delivering closing remarks, Hon. Adamu Aliyu assured stakeholders of swift legislative action.

“Within four weeks, this bill will see the light of the day… all contributions will be harmonized to produce a strong law,” he said.

The proposed law, widely supported across sectors, is expected to mark a significant turning point in addressing gender inequality in inheritance practices and strengthening social justice in Plateau State.

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