OPINION: Billions Spent on Poverty Alleviation But Where Are the Results? Lessons from Kenya.
By Dr. Saleh Ibrahim At its core, governance is not complicated. The responsibility of any government whether in Nigeria and
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Breaking:
- Nigerian Army Debunks Alleged Attack on Kukah’s Cathedral in Sokoto
- Atiku Abubakar Pledges to Support Whoever Emerges ADC Presidential Candidate Ahead of 2027
- ADC Deploys Envoys Abroad to Counter FG Narrative, Raise Alarm on Democracy
- ADC Knocks INEC Chairman Over “Misinterpretation of Law,” Insists on Right to Hold Congresses
- Banditry: Sen. Lamido Explains Exit from APC, Cites Abandonment of Sokoto East Communities
April 5, 2026
April 5, 2026
Author: News Desk
Falana: Nigeria’s Political System Favors the Rich, Excludes Ordinary Citizens
Renowned human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has criticised Nigeria’s political financing structure, describing it as a system that effectively
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APC Incapable of Addressing Insecurity — David Mark
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has criticised the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing
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FG Directs Abuja Secretariat Workers to Stay Home Over APC Convention
The Federal Government has directed civil servants working within the Federal Secretariat in Abuja to work from home on Friday,
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Sultan Turbans SeniorCouncillor, 26 District Heads in Bid to Boost Traditional Governance
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, has turbaned the Magajin Garin Sokoto, Alhaji Ahmed Bello Danbaba, as a
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Court Orders Arrest of PDP Factional Chair Turaki
A High Court in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of Kabiru Turaki,
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Court Rejects Kano Deputy Governor’s Bid to Stop Impeachment
The Federal High Court has refused an application for an interim injunction filed by Kano State Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam
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FG Links Animal Welfare to Food Security
The Federal Government says improving animal welfare is key to boosting food security and economic growth in Nigeria. Speaking at
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Gunmen Ambush Troops, Kill 9 Soldiers, 1 Policeman in Kebbi
By Yusuf Gwandu Gunmen have killed nine soldiers and one police officer, along with some civilians, in an ambush at
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Aliyu Promises Reward for Punctual Sokoto Workers, Plans Surprise Inspections
Governor Ahmed Aliyu has announced plans to reward punctual and dedicated civil servants in Sokoto State, as part of efforts
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Three Killed, Many Displaced in Hausa–Fulani Clash in Kebbi
By Yusuf Gwandu A communal clash between Hausa and Fulani residents in Alwasa community of Argungu Local Government Area of
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BREAKING: Labour Party Reserves 2027 Presidential Ticket for Southern Candidates
The Labour Party Nigeria (LP) has announced that its presidential ticket for the 2027 general election has been officially zoned
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Sokoto Rikina Mineral Market 99% Completed – Commissioner
The Sokoto State Government has announced that the construction of the ultra-modern Mineral Market in Rikina town, Dange Shuni Local
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BREAKING: EFCC Operatives Take Over Malami’s Maitama Property Amid Ongoing Investigation
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have taken control of a property reportedly belonging to former Attorney
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Kebbi Govt Donates N10m to Family of Sisters Who Died from Wrong Injection, Nurses Arrested
By Yusuf Gwandu The Kebbi State Government has donated the sum of Ten Million Naira to the parents of two
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ICPC to Arraign El-Rufai Over Alleged Corruption Charges
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has announced plans to arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir
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Atiku Calls for Release of El-Rufai, Others During Solidarity Visit to Malami
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has called on authorities to release former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, and other individuals
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NIWA, Army Debunks Bandits Drowning Report in Sokoto
The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) and the Nigerian Army have dismissed as false reports claiming that about 150 bandits
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Trump Orders Five-day Pause on Strikes Again Iran Amid Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a five-day suspension of planned military strikes targeting Iranian power plants and energy facilities,
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This happiness index is dubious
by Mahmud Jega United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network and your partners, this 2026 World Happiness Report which you published
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No Petitions Against Sokoto Judges – Gov. Aliyu
The Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, has revealed that his administration has not received any petition or complaint
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Historic First Flight Lands at Gusau International Airport, Boosts Zamfara’s Aviation Hopes
Zamfara State has recorded a major milestone in its aviation journey as Governor Dauda Lawal witnessed the successful landing of
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ADC Announces Sale of Nomination Forms Ahead of Party Congresses
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a public notice announcing the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms
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Trump Issues 48-Hour Hormuz Ultimatum, Threatens Iranian Power Plants
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply after United States President, Donald Trump, issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran,
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All 23 Local Government Chairmen of Sokoto State Orders to Relocate to Councils
Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto has directed all the 23 local government chairmen in the state to relocate to
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Shettima to Visit Zamfara as APC Prepares to Receive Gov. Lawal
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has finalized plans to host Vice President Kashim Shettima, who
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US Temporarily Lifts Sanctions on Iranian Oil to Stabilize Crude Prices
The United States has approved a temporary waiver allowing the sale of Iranian oil currently stranded at sea, in a
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FG, Sokoto Govt Partner to Tackle Insecurity – Gov. Aliyu
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, has reaffirmed that both the Federal Government and the Sokoto State Government are working
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Buratai Says Boko Haram Financiers Known, Urges Stronger Security Measures
A former Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, has stated that individuals financing Boko Haram are known to authorities but
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Tambuwal Greets Muslims on Eid, Urges Unity and Compassion
Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Nigeria and around the world on the occasion of
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