Hadiza, the wife of Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna, has criticized her son, Basir, for his comments about President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

The two members of el-Rufai’s family exchanged words on X on Tuesday after Bashir claimed that “a mental illness” was “permeating” Tinubu’s media team, following the presidency’s recent attack on former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

On Sunday, Obasanjo referred to the 2023 elections as a “travesty” and suggested that Nigeria should appoint new, credible leaders for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) with short tenures to prevent corruption and restore trust in the institution.

The presidency took offense at Obasanjo’s comments and questioned his moral authority to make such a statement.

Bayo Onanuga, spokesperson for President Bola Tinubu, responded by stating that Obasanjo had overseen the most fraudulent election in Nigeria’s history and that subsequent administrations had been grappling with the “poor choices in economic management made” during his tenure.

In his post, Bashir criticized Tinubu’s media team as “ineffectual clowns” for attacking Obasanjo while “inflation is at 33 percent.”

The post sparked several reactions, including one from Hadiza. The former first lady of Kaduna questioned Bashir, asking if he would “be saying this if your father were part of this government?”

Bashir responded, stating that his father “would have resigned by now due to the failure of the administration.” He added that El-Rufai would have “dissociated” himself from the government.

Four Nigerian students have been sentenced in the United Kingdom for their involvement in a violent altercation that involved knives and a baseball bat in Leicester.

The incident, which took place on New Park Street in the early hours of November 4, 2021, left one victim with multiple stab wounds.

Following a thorough investigation by the Leicester City Police, authorities identified the culprits through CCTV footage, phone tracking, and public assistance.

The six-week trial concluded in October, and the sentences were delivered on November 14.

A report published on the police website last Thursday provided details of the outcome.

Destiny Ojo (21), of Plumstead, London, was sentenced to seven years for violent disorder, attempted grievous bodily harm (GBH), and GBH with intent.

Habib Lawal (21), of Bexley, London, was sentenced to five years for violent disorder, attempted GBH, and GBH with intent.

Ridwanulahi Raheem (21), of Lambeth, London, was sentenced to three years for violent disorder and possession of a bladed article.

Joshua Davies-Ero (21), of Bexley, London, was sentenced to two years for violent disorder.

A fifth defendant, Justin Asamoah (22), of Merton, had earlier pleaded guilty to possession of a bladed article and is scheduled to be sentenced on November 22.

A spokesperson for Leicester Police praised the public for their help during the investigation and emphasized the importance of addressing violent behavior to ensure community safety.

Detective Constable Sean Downey, commenting on the case, said, “This incident underscores the grave dangers of violent disorder. It is fortunate that the injuries sustained were not more severe or fatal. This could have been a very different investigation.”

He added, “We thank everyone who supported the investigation. As a force, our priority is public safety. Violent behavior will not be tolerated in our communities, and we will continue to take decisive action against offenders.”

Eric Odo, chairman of Igbo Etiti LGA in Enugu state, has appointed Ezeugwu Ogbonna as senior special assistant on agriculture (yam and pepper).

The appointment was formalized in a letter dated November 1, addressed to Ogbonna.

“I am pleased to inform you that the executive chairman Igbo Etiti LGA has approved your appointment as senior special assistant to the local government chairman on agriculture (yam and pepper),” the letter states.

“You should report to the executive chairman Igbo Etiti LGA, Ogbede, for briefing and deployment,” it continues.

“It is pertinent to note that this is not a career civil service appointment but a temporary appointment which you hold at the pleasure of the executive chairman of Igbo Etiti LGA,” the letter further clarifies.

Odo also appointed Nwodo Ugonna as special adviser on garden egg and pepper.

The council chairman did not specify the exact duties of the appointees.