BREAKING: Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has criticised President Bola Tinubu and the APC-led federal government over proposed tax reform laws and the arrest of his Commissioner of Finance by the EFCC over an alleged $9.7 million terrorism financing charge.

Speaking on the matter, Bala said he was shocked to wake up to allegations linking him to terrorism, noting that his name was mentioned in the EFCC case despite his constitutional immunity. He accused the federal government of neglecting Bauchi State, claiming no significant federal road projects, water supply initiatives, or security support have been provided, adding that the state bears much of the security cost.

The governor said he had remained silent for too long and described the tax reforms as flawed, arguing they would further impoverish ordinary Nigerians and weaken state governments. He also alleged that the federal government was using the courts and anti-graft agencies to intimidate opposition figures.

Bala warned against what he described as political persecution, stressing that he would not allow himself to be criminalised for refusing to join the APC.

Alleged Terrorism Financing: EFCC Arraigns Bauchi Commissioner, Three Others for $9.7m

The Federal High Court, Abuja has ordered the remand of the Bauchi State Commissioner for finance Yakubu Adamu and three others in Kuje correctional centre pending the determination of their bail application.

Justice Emeka Nwite gave the other following the arraignment of the four defendants by the EFCC.

Yakubu Adamu, Balarabe Abdullahi Ilelah, Aminu Mohammed Bose and Kabiru Yahaya Mohammed were arraigned on a ten-count charge bordering on conspiracy, conversion of public funds and alleged terrorism financing running to over 9 point 7 million dollars.

The defendants pleaded not guilty to the ten - count change.

While the defence counsel moved the motion for the bail application of the defendants, the prosecution counsel opposed the application.
Justice Emeka Nwite adjourned the matter to January 5, 2026 for ruling on the bail application

Bauchi Governor Accuses Tinubu Govt of Targeting Opposition, Warns Tax Reforms Will Impoverish Nigerians

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has criticised President Bola Tinubu and the APC-led Federal Government, accusing them of using federal institutions to intimidate opposition figures. His remarks followed the arraignment of his Finance Commissioner by the EFCC over alleged links to terrorism financing and money laundering.

Governor Mohammed claimed that the Federal Government abandoned infrastructural and security responsibilities in Bauchi while attempting to coerce him to join APC. He warned that the ongoing tax reforms could further impoverish citizens and sub-national governments.

He emphasised Bauchi’s achievements in security and governance despite limited resources and stated that continued political harassment may provoke escalation. Mohammed reiterated his refusal to join APC, condemning attempts to criminalise him and his officials without justification.

Court Sets January 5 for Bail Ruling of Bauchi Finance Commissioner in $9.7M Terrorism Financing Case

The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled January 5, 2026, to rule on bail applications for Bauchi State Finance Commissioner Yakubu Adamu and three others, arraigned by the EFCC on terrorism financing and money laundering charges. The defendants face a ten-count charge involving conspiracy, conversion of public funds, and providing $2.3 million to alleged terrorists. Adamu is also accused of receiving $6.95 million outside the regulated financial system in 2024. They all pleaded not guilty. The court ordered that the defendants remain in custody at Kuje Correctional Centre pending the bail ruling.

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EFCC Arraigns Bauchi Finance Commissioner Yakubu Adamu Over Alleged ₦5.8 Billion Money Laundering Linked To Phantom Motorcycle Contract

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged money laundering involving ₦5.79 billion. Adamu, a former Polaris Bank branch manager, was charged alongside Ayab Agro Products and Freight Company Limited on six counts under the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. The EFCC alleged that Adamu conspired with others to divert ₦4.65 billion obtained from Polaris Bank under the pretext of financing the supply of motorcycles to the Bauchi State Government—motorcycles that were never delivered. Investigators further claimed that funds were laundered through multiple accounts and individuals. Adamu pleaded not guilty to all charges, while the court ordered his remand in EFCC custody and adjourned the case to January 2, 2025, for ruling on his bail application.

EXCLUSIVE: How Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed’s Nephew Allegedly Used Courts, Lawyers To Jail EFCC Witness In ₦4.6bn Fraud Case

Fresh allegations have surfaced in the ₦4.6 billion money laundering case involving Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, with claims that Muntaka Mohammed Duguri, a nephew of Governor Bala Mohammed, orchestrated a plot to silence a key EFCC witness. Sources allege that Duguri weaponised civil and Sharia courts, colluded with lawyers, bribed judicial officers and facilitated the remand of Ishaku Mohammed Aliyu, a crucial prosecution witness, in prison while his property was allegedly sold off. The developments have reportedly stalled the EFCC’s case, as Aliyu’s testimony is considered vital to the prosecution, raising serious concerns about judicial abuse, corruption and obstruction of justice in the high-profile fraud investigation.

EXCLUSIVE: Bauchi Governor Allegedly Hid Key EFCC Witness, Helped Nephew Flee To Egypt In ₦4.6bn Money Laundering Case

Fresh allegations have emerged in the ongoing Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) investigation into an alleged ₦4.6 billion money laundering scheme involving the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, implicating close relatives of Governor Bala Mohammed. Sources familiar with the probe allege that the governor played a key role in obstructing justice by concealing a crucial witness and facilitating the escape of his nephew, Muntaka Mohammed Duguri, who is now reportedly at large.

According to court documents, Duguri and Ishaku Mohammed Aliyu, Managing Director of I.S. Makayye Investment Resources Ltd, are listed as co-accused alongside Adamu in a six-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The EFCC alleges that between June and December 2023, the trio conspired to convert, transfer, conceal and use about ₦4.65 billion, funds allegedly released by Polaris Bank under the guise of financing motorcycle supplies to the Bauchi State Government.

Justice Emeka Nwite, on December 24, ordered the EFCC to produce Finance Commissioner Yakubu Adamu in court by December 30 for arraignment, warning that sanctions would follow any further failure to do so. The case has suffered repeated delays due to the absence of both the defendants and key witnesses, particularly Ishaku Aliyu, whose testimony is described by investigators as central to the prosecution’s case.

Sources allege that Aliyu initially acted as a front for Duguri in the alleged laundering operation but later fell out with him over disputes regarding proceeds from the scheme. Following the fallout, Aliyu reportedly approached the EFCC voluntarily and submitted a detailed statement outlining the alleged transactions and roles of those involved. However, after learning of his cooperation with investigators, Governor Bala Mohammed allegedly instructed Duguri to flee Nigeria to Egypt and ordered that Aliyu be abducted and hidden to prevent him from testifying.

Investigators claim Aliyu’s disappearance has significantly weakened the EFCC’s case, forcing delays in court proceedings and putting the anti-graft agency under mounting pressure. Sources warn that unless the missing witness is produced, the prosecution may continue to stall, raising concerns over accountability in a case involving billions of naira in public funds.

₦4.6 Billion Fraud Probe: PRP Demands Resignation of Bauchi Finance Commissioner as Court Orders EFCC to Produce Him

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in Bauchi State has called for the immediate resignation of the state Commissioner of Finance, Yakubu Adamu, following his arrest and investigation by the EFCC over alleged ₦4.6 billion money laundering. The party urged Adamu to step aside to allow an unhindered probe, as a Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the EFCC to produce him for arraignment on December 30, 2025. The PRP also asked the anti-graft agency to widen its investigation to cover all financial dealings during Adamu’s tenure, stressing the need for transparency, accountability and justice in public office.

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19 Dead in Separate Trailer Crashes in Gombe and Plateau States

At least 19 people have died in separate road accidents in Gombe and Plateau states within 24 hours. In Gombe, nine people were killed when a trailer lost control and collided with a Sharon bus along Kaltungo-Cham road. In Plateau, 10 passengers died in a multi-vehicle crash involving two trailers and two mini buses on Jos-Bauchi Road. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) attributed the accidents to excessive speed and reckless driving, urging motorists to exercise caution, especially during the festive period. Injured victims were taken to nearby hospitals, and investigations are ongoing.

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Nigeria Records 153 Measles Deaths in 11 Months with Over 19,000 Confirmed Cases Across 36 States – NCDC Report

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported a total of 19,213 confirmed measles cases out of 26,866 suspected cases in 507 Local Government Areas across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, as of November 2025. The report revealed 153 deaths from the disease, with children aged 9–59 months accounting for nearly half of all confirmed cases. Disturbingly, 77% of confirmed cases were among children who had not received any measles vaccination. States with the highest number of suspected cases include Borno, Zamfara, Yobe, Bauchi, and Kebbi. The NCDC highlighted that measles remains highly infectious, spreading through respiratory droplets and remaining contagious for up to two hours in the environment. The report underscores the urgent need for intensified vaccination campaigns and public health measures to prevent further fatalities.

How Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi Mentored Over 63 Million Muslims Worldwide, Family Reveals During Tinubu’s Condolence Visit

The family of the late Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, has revealed that he mentored and guided more than 63 million Muslims across Nigeria and beyond during his lifetime. This disclosure was made by his successor, Khalifa Sheikh Ibrahim Dahiru Usman Bauchi, during a condolence visit by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Bauchi State. The family highlighted the cleric’s long-standing commitment to peace, noting that despite his massive following and decades of Islamic gatherings attended by millions, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi never incited violence or unrest. They praised his teachings, which focused on spiritual guidance, unity, and peaceful coexistence, describing his legacy as one that transcended religious and regional boundaries.

President Tinubu arrives in Lagos for end of year break after visits to Borno and Bauchi .

President Tinubu renames Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare after Late Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi

Photo of President Bola Tinubu in Maiduguri as part of his 3-state visit to Borno, Bauchi and Lagos

Bauchi Government Closes Major Roads Ahead Of Tinubu’s Condolence Visit To Late Islamic Scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi

The Bauchi State Government has announced the temporary closure and diversion of major roads in the state capital as President Bola Tinubu prepares to visit Bauchi to commiserate with the family and followers of the late Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. The respected cleric, who died on November 26, 2025, at the age of 98, was widely revered for his influence on Islamic scholarship in Nigeria and beyond. According to a statement by the governor’s media aide, Mukhtar Gidado, key routes leading to the Sheikh’s mosque and other strategic locations will be restricted between 1pm and 6pm on Saturday for security and traffic management. Residents have been urged to plan movements, avoid restricted areas, and cooperate with security agencies as the President embarks on a three-state visit covering Borno, Bauchi, and Lagos.

Several Feared Dead As Petrol Tanker Crashes and Explodes On Benin–Auchi Road in Edo State

A petrol tanker carrying premium motor spirit (PMS) crashed along the Benin–Auchi Road in Edo State on Wednesday evening, causing a massive fire outbreak. The tanker spilled fuel into drainage channels connecting multiple communities around Auchi, with flames spreading rapidly along the paths of the leaked fuel. Eyewitnesses reported fatalities, though the exact number remains unknown. Several homes were affected, and traffic was disrupted as authorities advised motorists to seek alternative routes. Videos circulating online show residents attempting to scoop up spilled petrol from the site.

BREAKING NEWS: Bauchi state Government has approved a 100 percent salary increase for doctors and health workers, aimed at encouraging them to remain in the state and continue serving the people.

Withdraw Mine? Then Withdraw the President’s, Vice President’s, Others Too — Sen. Ningi Condemns Selective Enforcement of Police Escort Order

The Senate session turned heated on Tuesday after Senator Abdul Ningi (PDP, Bauchi Central) sharply criticized the withdrawal of police orderlies attached to lawmakers, accusing the executive of enforcing President Bola Tinubu’s directive selectively.

Raising a Point of Order, Ningi said he woke up to discover that his only police orderly had been withdrawn, insisting he was not opposed to the President’s November 23, 2025 directive—which ordered police escorts attached to VIPs to return to regular security duty—but furious that lawmakers appeared to be the first targets. “I woke up today and was told my police orderly had been withdrawn. I have no problem with that, but I want the same action applied across the board—they should also withdraw the president’s, vice president’s, ministers’, and others’ police escorts,” he said, lamenting what he described as a double standard.

Ningi further fumed that while senators were stripped of protection, “businessmen, foreign nationals, and celebrity entertainers” were still moving around with full police escorts, openly flouting the presidential directive. His outburst prompted the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, to reveal that the Senate leadership had already held an emergency meeting to seek an exemption for lawmakers, warning that the sudden withdrawal exposed members to unnecessary d+nger. In the meantime, the Senate directed its Committee on Police Affairs to investigate the alleged selective enforcement. The committee has four weeks to report back to plenary.

About 20 NBM (Aye) cultists were arrested by the Edo State Police after a cult leadership handover event at Auchi Polytechnic (Kanem Bornu HT). We hope the strict anti-cultism laws in Edo State will apply fully so others can learn.

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PRP Rejects Rumoured Defection of Bauchi Governor Bala Muhammad, Says He Is Not Welcome

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in Bauchi State has dismissed reports suggesting Governor Bala Muhammad plans to defect to the party following the alleged collapse of the PDP. In a statement, PRP State Secretary Wada Abdullahi stated that the party has “set clear boundaries” and would not accept the governor, citing his alleged poor performance, disorderly conduct, and policies considered detrimental to the state. The party vowed to investigate his administration if it wins power in 2027 and reverse controversial decisions, including the creation of a First Class Emirate and the appointment of his brother as Emir. While rejecting Bala Muhammad, the PRP stressed that it remains open to individuals who have positively contributed to Bauchi’s development.