Author: The North Journals

By Aminu Adamu A new electorate sentiment report has revealed a striking contradiction in Nigeria’s political climate ahead of the 2027 general elections: while voter enthusiasm appears strong, support for the current administration remains low. The study, titled “The 2027 Electorate Sentiment Report: Analyzing Voter Resilience and the Mandate for Transition in Nigeria,” was authored by Ibrahim Babangida Lawal and released by the Digital Data Clinic on March 1, 2026. The findings, drawn from a two-stage digital survey of 381 respondents conducted in early 2026, point to what the report describes as a “Participation Paradox” — a 56-percentage-point gap between…

At the former residence of Sir Ahmadu Bello in Kaduna, the peace scholar questions the North’s direction 60 years after the Sardauna’s death. At Arewa House,  the historic residence of Sir Ahmadu Bello, Professor Chris Kwaja delivered a pointed reflection on leadership, unity and the stalled promise of Northern Nigeria’s development. Addressing a distinguished audience, Kwaja said it was symbolic that discussions about the life and times of the Sardauna were taking place at a moment when Christians and Muslims were simultaneously observing Lent and Ramadan. “It tells a unique story about the heart of a leader,” he said.…

The Centre for Climate Change & Food Security (CCCFS) has strongly condemned a recent terrorist attack targeting tomato traders traveling between Ghana and Burkina Faso, describing the incident as a blow to regional economic integration. In a statement released on Tuesday, the CCCFS expressed profound sorrow over the killings and extended condolences to the victims’ families, whose livelihoods depend on secure cross-border commerce. The organization emphasized that the attack should be viewed within a security and economic context and not as a failure of Ghana’s agricultural sector. Trade as a Strategic Choice, Not Failure The CCCFS pushed back against narratives…

By Aminu Adamu In 2009, it was a symbol of hope, a federally funded gateway to modern education for the Almajiri children of Adamawa. Today, the gates of the Yolde Pate Model Boarding Primary School creak open to reveal a different story: one of diverted resources, “vanishing” furniture, and a government that has seemingly forgotten its own creation. When the gates of the Model Boarding Primary School in Yolde Pate creaked open, they revealed not the promise of education but the slow violence of neglect. Grass had swallowed walkways meant for children. Classrooms stood half-empty, their roofs sagging under years…

The Adamawa State Police Command on Friday held its maiden Award and Commendation Day, celebrating the Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, for what officials described as his tireless efforts in tackling insecurity across the state. The ceremony, held in Yola, attracted dignitaries including government officials, religious leaders, service commanders and traditional rulers, all of whom gathered to commend the police leadership and personnel for their role in maintaining law and order. According to the Command, the event was designed not only to honour the Commissioner but also to recognise officers and community stakeholders who have contributed significantly to peacebuilding and…

Acheli Obidah Fwa Residents across Adamawa State turned out in colourful displays of affection and celebration on Friday as Valentine’s Day was marked with joy, reflection and family gatherings. Parks and recreational centres across the state were filled with children, parents and friends sharing laughter, exchanging gifts and enjoying moments together. The atmosphere was lively, with many residents dressed in white and red outfits — symbolic colours of the day — adding vibrancy to the environment. For many, February 14 remains a day dedicated to expressing love and appreciation. While some marked the occasion with gifts and outings, others organised…

Professor Chris Kwaja, a prominent peace and security scholar based in Jos, has been appointed to the Governing Council of The Progressive Institute Ltd/GTE, following approval by the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda. The appointment, conveyed in a formal letter dated 12 February 2026 and signed by the Institute’s Director-General, Dr. Lanre Adebayo, names Chris Kwaja as a Member of the Governing Council, representing the North Central Zone. According to the letter, the decision was endorsed on behalf of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). The Institute described the appointment as a recognition of…

By Acheli Obidah Fwa The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested three men, including a 28-year-old son accused of orchestrating the abduction of his own father in a desperate bid to raise money to marry a second wife. Police said the incident occurred on 30 January 2026 in Jera village, Malabu District of Fufore Local Government Area. The victim, identified as Alhaji Ahmadu, was allegedly kidnapped in a plot hatched by his biological son, Da’u Alhaji Ahmadu. The arrest followed what police described as a coordinated raid in the area as part of ongoing operations against kidnapping, gender-based violence and…

In the pantheon of Nigerian public intellectuals and policy strategists, few figures have the breadth of experience and moral authority of Professor Chris M.A. Kwaja, Ph.D., fspsp. A distinguished academic, peacebuilder, and policy architect, Kwaja’s journey from the scholarly world to the heart of Plateau State’s political arena is not merely a personal evolution ,  it is a clarion call for purposeful leadership at a time when Nigeria’s democratic project teeters between aspiration and anxiety. Barely days after formally joining the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Kwaja explained to The North Journals that his decision to leave academia “for now”…

By Fasila Alhassan The Islamic Education Unit (IEU) has called on the government to urgently recruit more Arabic language teachers into Ghana’s public school system, warning that the continued neglect of trained graduates is worsening an already critical shortage. The Ashanti Regional Manager of the IEU, Mohammed Yussif, made the appeal at a graduation ceremony held at the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), where newly trained Arabic teachers completed a professional teacher education programme. “Our main challenge is that we currently lack Arabic teachers in the system. We are therefore pleading with the government to…