ASUU Branches in Sokoto Raise Alarm, Seek Urgent Government Intervention Over State Universities
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in Sokoto State University and Shehu Shagari University of Education branches have called
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Breaking:
- BREAKING: Court Voids INEC Deadline on Party Membership Register Submission
- BREAKING: Fubara Withdraws from APC Governorship Primary
- BREAKING: Pantami Withdraws from APC Gombe Governorship Primaries Over Alleged Electoral Violations
- BREAKING: EFCC Arrests Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman After Conviction
- BREAKING: ADC Appoints Imoke, Abdulfatah Ahmed to Lead Presidential Primary Committees
May 23, 2026
May 23, 2026
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Latest national news from across Nigeria, covering federal government updates and nationwide events.
Rep Ambarura Leads Fresh Blow to APC, Joins ADC
A member of the House of Representatives, representing Illela and Gwadabawa Federal Constituency, Hon. Bello Isah Ambarura, has announced his
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PLAC Launches Guide on Public Interest, Human Rights Litigation in Abuja
The Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) has officially launched its Guide on Public Interest and Human Rights Litigation in
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Reps Intervene as Shipping Tariff Talks End in Deadlock
Fresh efforts to resolve the dispute over proposed shipping tariff increases have ended without agreement, as shipping companies and licensed
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APC Schedules Presidential Primary for May 15, Sets Form Price at ₦100 Million
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced May 15 and 16, 2026, as the dates for its presidential primary election
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Applicants Raise Concerns Over Inaccessibility of Sokoto Scholarship Portal
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi GaskiyaCast has independently gathered that several applicants seeking to apply for the recently announced fully funded
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ADC Crisis Deepens in Kebbi as Court Orders Detention of Malami-Backed ADC State Chairman
By Yusuf Gwandu The crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kebbi State has taken a new turn, as
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APC Group in Sokoto Rallies Support for Tinubu, Ahmed Aliyu, Wamakko Ahead of 2027
A political support group, “Nasiru Ladan Media Team for Ahmed Aliyu Continuity 2027” has called on residents of the state
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APC chides critics over Tinubu’s achievements
The All Progressive Congress (APC), has condemned individuals and groups undermining the formidable achievements of President Bola Tinubu stewardship in
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FG Rejects Claims of Hidden Spending, Revenue Diversion
The Federal Ministry of Finance has dismissed recent allegations suggesting that large portions of Nigeria’s federation revenue are being secretly
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Amnesty International Condemns NBC Directive, Calls It an Attempt to Silence Media
Amnesty International has strongly condemned what it described as an outrageous and desperate attempt by the National Broadcasting Commission to
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Sokoto Cracks Down on Diversion as UNICEF Delivers Lifesaving Nutrition Supplies
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The Sokoto State Government has launched a sweeping crackdown on the diversion of nutrition commodities following
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Sokoto Government Issues Deadline to Street Traders to Vacate Roadsides
By Fahad Muhammad Galadanchi The Sokoto State Government has issued a deadline to traders operating along roadsides to vacate such
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AGILE Leads Stakeholders’ Engagement to Validate Sokoto Gender in Education Policy
The Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment has convened a stakeholders’ engagement meeting to validate the draft Sokoto State
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Sultan of Sokoto Declares April 19 as Start of Zulki’ida 1447AH
The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III
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UBEC Releases N3.55bn to Sokoto for Classrooms and Learning Basics
The Universal Basic Education Commission UBEC has disbursed N44.24 billion in matching grants to 11 states, with Sokoto State receiving
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Sokoto, 32 Other States Brace for Severe Flooding in 2026
Nigeria is preparing for a widespread flooding in 2026, with more than 30,000 communities across the country identified as being
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Tinubu Vows Not to Fail Nigerians, Seeks Stronger Grassroots Support
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to economic recovery, national stability, and inclusive development, assuring citizens that
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Gov. Aliyu Says Sokoto Recording Gains Against Banditry
Governor Ahmed Aliyu has said the Sokoto State Government is making steady progress in the fight against banditry and other
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Sokoto Governor Launches Polio Immunization Campaign in Sokoto, Warns Against Misuse of Funds
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu has officially flagged off the 2026 Outbreak Response (OBR) campaign against poliovirus in Sokoto State,
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NEMA, Sokoto Corps Marshal Agency Partner on Disaster Response Training
The National Emergency Management Agency NEMA Sokoto Operations Office has strengthened its collaboration with the Sokoto State Corps Marshal Agency
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Sokoto Govt Explains Delay in Tudun-Wada Township Roads Project After Residents’ Complaints
Following a report published by GaskiyaCast highlighting complaints from residents of Tudun-Wada, the hometown of Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu
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ADC convention ratifies David Mark-led National Working Committee
By Agency’s Report African Democratic Congress, ADC, has ratified the National Working Committee led by Sen. David Mark to steer
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Sokoto Govt Has Implemented All Its 9-Point Smart Agenda – Deputy Gov
Fahad Muhammad Galadanchi The Sokoto State Government has recorded significant progress in the implementation of its 9-Point Smart Agenda, Deputy
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Sokoto Reconstructs Kware Dam, Procures 250 Tractors to Boost Agriculture — Commissioner
The Sokoto State Government has intensified efforts to enhance food production with the reconstruction of irrigation facilities and procurement of
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Akpabio Alleges Opposition Sponsoring Insecurity, Expresses Hope for Post-2027 Improvement
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has alleged that rising insecurity in Nigeria is being fueled by opposition political parties
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FG Orders Independent Probe into Jilli Market Air Strike — Mohammed Idris
The Federal Government has directed a full and independent investigation into the recent Nigerian Air Force air strike on Jilli
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Tambuwal to Judiciary: “Do Not Let Yourselves Be Used to Destroy Nigeria”
Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has urged members of the judiciary to uphold justice and resist external pressures that could undermine
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Fire Razes Residences of Police Personnel in Sokoto, AIG Sympathises
The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 10,Mr. Gyogo Augustine Grimah, has expressed sympathy with police personnel
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Breaking News: Finally PDP’s Last Lawmaker, Randa, Dumps Party for ADC
By Fahad Muhammad Galadanchi Hon. Abdullahi Muhammad Randa, the last lawmaker of the Peoples’ Democratic Party in the Sokoto State
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