Govs of Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara Raise N110m as Yari, Matawalle Donate N200m at Argungu Book Launch
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has led a joint donation of N110 million by leaders of Kebbi, Sokoto 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
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Latest national news from across Nigeria, covering federal government updates and nationwide events.
Atiku Abubakar Pledges to Support Whoever Emerges ADC Presidential Candidate Ahead of 2027
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has pledged to support whoever emerges as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress
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Sokoto Professionals Network Immortalizes Late Director, Sirajo Sifawa
The Sokoto Professionals Network (SPN) has immortalized its late Director of Media and Stakeholders Relations, Alhaji Sirajo Dalhatu Sifawa, with
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APC National Secretary Calls for Deregistration of ADC by INEC
The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ajibola Basiru, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
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Police Moves to Rescue Victims of Wurno Abduction in Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command has intensified efforts to apprehend suspected bandits following a latenight attack on Chacho community in
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ADC Knocks INEC Chairman Over “Misinterpretation of Law,” Insists on Right to Hold Congresses
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly criticized the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, accusing
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ADC Insists on Congresses Despite INEC Dispute
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared that it will proceed with its scheduled congresses nationwide, despite what it described
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UDUS Dismisses Staff Over Alleged NYSC Mobilisation Fraud
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto has dismissed a staff member, Malam Garba Ahmed, over alleged misconduct involving the illegal upload of
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Sokoto Jealous Wife Pours Hot Oil on Husband’s Private Part
A man in Sokoto State, Bello Abubakar, is recovering from severe burns after his wife allegedly poured hot melted butter
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Sokoto Hajj Agency Partners NAHCON for Smooth Hajj Operations
The Sokoto State Pilgrims Welfare AgencyPWA has reiterated its resolve to deepen collaboration with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria
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Nine Abducted, Two Injured as Bandits Raid Sokoto Community
Armed bandits have kidnapped nine people and left two others injured following a latenight attack on Chacho community in Wurno
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Tinubu Orders Deployment of 5,000 CCTV Cameras to Tackle Plateau Insecurity
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed security chiefs and the Minister of Defence to take decisive action in apprehending those
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ADC Raises Alarm Over “Attack on Democracy,” Demands INEC Leadership Resignation
The Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of undermining
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Amupitan Warns INEC Officials on Procurement Compliance Ahead of 2027 Polls
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash O. Amupitan, SAN, has cautioned officials of the Commission
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Bandits Kill Two, Kidnap 11 in Sokoto Community
Suspected bandits have reportedly killed two residents and abducted 11 others during a late-night raid on Malamawar Yari village in
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INEC Suspends Recognition of Warring ADC Factions Amid Leadership Crisis
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will no longer recognise or engage with any faction of
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APC National Chairman Meets Bala Mohammed Amid Defection Speculations
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, on Wednesday held a closed-door meeting with the Governor
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FG Assures Plateau Security Under Control After Deadly Jos Attack
The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that the security situation in Plateau State remains under control, despite the recent deadly
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Sokoto Pilgrims Agency Takes Delivery of Hand Luggage Ahead of 2026 Hajj
The Sokoto State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has received hand luggage meant for intending pilgrims, signaling steady progress in preparations for
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NYSC Penalises 24 Corps Members in Sokoto
The National Youth Service Corps NYSC has penalised 24 corps members in Sokoto for offences including absenteeism and abscondment. The
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Akpabio Declares Three Senate Seats Vacant, Orders By-Elections
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has officially declared three senatorial seats vacant following the deaths of members of the
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Sokoto Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Healthcare
The Sokoto State Government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that all residents have access to quality healthcare services, regardless
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Pressure Mounts On Bauchi Governor to Join ADC
According to unconfirmed reports, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, is reportedly set to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
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Kebbi PDP Lawmaker, Ibrahim Mohammed, leaves Party, Defects to APC Over Leadership Crisis
Honourable Ibrahim Mohammed, Member House of Representatives, Birnin Kebbi, Kalgo and Bunza Federal Constituency, has formally resigned from the Peoples
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Sokoto Gov’t Backs New Police Commissioner on Insecurity
The Sokoto State Government has reiterated its determination to curb insecurity, declaring full support for the newly posted Commissioner of
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FG to Complete Sokoto Airport Before 2026 Hajj
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to making the Sokoto State Hajj Airport fully operational ahead of the 2026
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Kebbi Govt Directs Political Appointees Seeking 2027 Offices to Resign by March 31
By Yusuf Gwandu The Kebbi State Government has directed all political office holders interested in contesting the 2027 general elections
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New Sokoto Police Commissioner Promises Tough Action Against Insecurity
The newly deployed Commissioner of Police in Sokoto State, CP Hayyatu Shafa, has pledged decisive action to tackle banditry, terrorism,
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Five Abducted, Including Pregnant Women, in Fresh Sokoto Attack
Armed bandits have abducted five residents, including two pregnant women, following a raid on Maiwa village in Sabon-Birni Local Government
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PDP Kebbi State Secretary Resigns Party Membership
By Yusuf Gwandu The Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Kebbi State Chapter, Abubakar Bawa Kalgo, has formally resigned
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