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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Breaking:
- Court Orders Arrest of Alleged Fake PFIPC DG Adeniyi
- BREAKING: Appeal Court Affirms Order Restricting INEC from Recognising David Mark-Led ADC Congresses
- BREAKING: Kidnapped Oyo Pupils, Teachers Regain Freedom After Weeks in Captivity
- BREAKING: Tinubu Renominates Kashim Shettima as Running Mate for 2027
- BREAKING: Court affirms Mark-led leadership of ADC
July 15, 2026
July 15, 2026
News
Latest national news from across Nigeria, covering federal government updates and nationwide events.
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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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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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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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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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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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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Dual Eid Celebrations in Kano as Sanusi Leads Durbar, Bayero Holds Separate Prayers
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Friday led thousands of Muslim faithful in Eid-el-Fitr prayers at the Kofar
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Governor Ahmed Aliyu Donates Vehicle to NUJ, Reassures Media Collaboration
The Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmed Aliyu, has donated an official vehicle to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Sokoto
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Kebbi Govt Constitutes Committee to Probe Controversial Death of Two Children Over Alleged Wrong Injection
By Yusuf Gwandu The Kebbi State Government has constituted a special committee to investigate the controversial death of two children
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Borno Bombings: Are We Returning to the Dark Days? -Sultan Raises Alarm
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has expressed serious concern over the renewed bomb attacks in Borno State,
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Eid-el-Fitr: Police Deploy Operatives Across Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command has announced the deployment of security operatives across the state ahead of the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations
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Sultan Returns to Sokoto Amid Grand Reception
Jubilation filled the air in Sokoto as a large crowd turned out to warmly welcome the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad
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US Counterterrorism Chief Resigns Over Iran War, Says “No Imminent Threat”
The Director of the United States National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, has resigned from his position over the ongoing US-Israel
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Malami’s Release Marks End of Challenging Period — Kebbi ADC
By Yusuf Gwandu The Kebbi State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described the release of former Attorney-General
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Tinubu Condemns Maiduguri Attacks, Commiserates with Borno People
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commiserated with the people of Borno State following the recent terrorist attacks in Maiduguri, describing
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Multiple Explosions Hit Maiduguri, Panic Among Residents
Residents of Maiduguri were thrown into panic on Monday evening after a series of explosions occurred in different parts of
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Sokoto ADC Inaugurate LG Coordinators
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Sokoto State has inaugurated Local Government Coordinators across all 23 LGAs and launched both
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Tinubu Swears in Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Taiwo Oyedele as the new Minister of State for Finance, praising his experience,
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Sokoto Govt Distributes Clothes, Shoes to Orphans Ahead of Eid
The Sokoto State Government has distributed new clothes, shoes, and other essential items to children at the state orphanage to
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