A Kano State High Court on Tuesday dismissed a motion filed by the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, challenging the court’s jurisdiction to hear the 11-count corruption charge brought against him and seven others.

The ruling was delivered by Justice Amina Adamu Aliyu, who declared that the preliminary objections raised by Ganduje and his co-defendants were “incompetent” and lacked merit.

Justice Aliyu, presiding over the case, confirmed that the court had the authority to hear the charges, which include allegations of bribery, conspiracy, misappropriation, and diversion of public funds amounting to billions of naira.

The judge emphasised the legitimacy of the case, stating, “The charges before this court are competent. The power to investigate criminal matters does not reside solely with the police. The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission is equally empowered under the law.”

The embattled socialite and businessman, Fred Ajudua, has been arrested by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Naija News gathered that Ajuda was arrested in Abuja on Tuesday and is in the custody of the EFCC.

His arrest is in connection with an alleged $1.43m fraud for which the Supreme Court on Friday, May 9, 2025, ordered his remand after revoking an earlier bail granted him by the Court of Appeal, Lagos Division.

The apex court, in a unanimous ruling, held that the Appeal Court erred in granting bail and ordered Ajudua’s return to correctional custody.

The court also directed trial judge, Justice Mojisola Dada, of the Lagos State High Court, to resume hearing of the criminal case.

The Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has announced the appointment of Sheikh Isa Akindele as its Vice President.

A statement issued by the Secretary General, Nafi’u Baba-Ahmad, indicated that this appointment was made following appropriate consultations and in compliance with the council’s constitution.

Naija News understands that on April 30, 2025, the council appointed Sheikh Dr. Bashir Aliyu Umar as its new president, just two days after the passing of Sheikh Hadiyatullahi, the previous president.

In the statement, Baba-Ahmad said: “The Majlis ash-Shura is pleased to announce the appointment of Sheikh Isa Akindele as Vice President I of the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria.

“Sheikh Isa Akindele’s selection reflects his deep knowledge of Shari’ah, unwavering commitment to da’wah, and decades of tireless service to the Muslim community in Nigeria. His role as Vice President will be pivotal in supporting the Council’s mission to promote Islamic values, unity, and justice across the nation.

“The Majlis ash-Shura calls upon all members of the Council, affiliate bodies, and the broader Muslim Ummah to extend their full support and cooperation to the new leadership. We pray that Allah (SWT) grants Sheikh Isa Akindele and the entire leadership team, under Dr. Bashir Aliyu Umar, OON wisdom, sincerity, and success in their efforts to uphold the principles of Islam and serve the Ummah faithfully.”