Jigawa Court Sentences Five for Illegal Tree Felling

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8 months ago

February 19, 2026

Five individuals in Jigawa State convicted for illegal tree felling under the Climate Change Law face one-year imprisonment or N20,000 fine, with confiscated timber forfeited

The Jigawa State Environmental Court in Dutse has convicted five individuals for illegally cutting down trees, violating the Jigawa State Climate Change Law No. 19 of 2019.

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The convicts Sale Yahaya, Sani Wada, Idris Haladu, Dauda Harisu, and Mutari Musa are residents of Andaza Town and Kwarin Makera Village in Dutse and Kiyawa local government areas.

Each was sentenced to one year imprisonment, with the option to pay a N20,000 fine instead.

The court also ordered the forfeiture of all timber logs recovered, to be disposed of after the statutory appeal period.

The judgment sends a strong message against deforestation and reflects Jigawa State Government’s commitment to protecting natural resources and preserving the ecosystem.

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Magistrate Hassan Yau, who presided over the case, emphasized adherence to environmental laws to safeguard the state’s natural heritage for future generations.

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Sanwo-Olu Surprises Wife Ibijoke With Flowers at Women’s Conference

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13 hours ago

October 27, 2026

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Sanwo-Olu surprises wife Ibijoke with flowers and shares a kiss at COWLSO’s 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu surprised his wife, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, with flowers before sharing a kiss with her at the opening ceremony of the 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos on Tuesday.

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The event was organised by the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) under the theme, “Anchored in Purpose: Be the Blueprint.”

Sanwo-Olu presented the flowers to his wife during his speech at the conference, which brings together women and leaders for discussions and activities focused on women’s empowerment and leadership.

“On behalf of COWLSO and everything that is decent, we want to appreciate you, we want to honour you,” the governor said.

The couple subsequently shared a kiss as Nigerian singer 2Baba’s song, “African Queen”, played at the event.

The conference aims to inspire women, empower leaders and promote a purposeful future through discussions and activities centred on women’s development.