Four Farmers Killed, Seven Victims Freed as Troops Repel Bandits in Sokoto
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued seven farmers abducted by bandits following a deadly attack
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Breaking:
- 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
- BREAKING: Nigerian Army Reshuffles Top Command, Appoints New GOCs, Senior Officers
July 14, 2026
July 14, 2026
News
Latest national news from across Nigeria, covering federal government updates and nationwide events.
Islamic New Year: Tambuwal Calls for Prayers, Unity and Hope Amid Nigeria’s Challenges
Former Sokoto State Governor and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, CFR, has urged Muslims across
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Dan’iya Felicitates Muslims On Islamic New Year, Calls For Peace And Unity
The Governorship Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Sokoto State, Hon. Munir Muhammad Dan’iya (Walin Sokoto), has congratulated
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Sultan Declares Tuesday, June 16, as First Day of Muharram 1448AH
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad
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Atiku Condemns ADC Deregistration Judgment, Says Democracy Under Siege
Former Vice President and Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has strongly condemned the Federal High
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NDC Unveils Mainasara Sani as Sokoto North Senatorial Candidate
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The Sokoto State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress(NDC) has unveiled the party’s National Financial Secretary,
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NDC Sokoto Holds Strategic Meeting with Candidates, Urges Stronger Grassroots Mobilisation
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The Sokoto State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has held a strategic meeting with
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Sokoto Police Impound 32 Vehicles, Activate Mobile Court Over Plate Number Violations
The Sokoto State Police Command has impounded 32 vehicles during a statewide enforcement operation targeting motorists driving without number plates,
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ADC Rejects Court-Ordered Deregistration, Vows to Remain on 2027 Ballot
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected a Federal High Court judgment reportedly ordering its deregistration, describing the ruling as
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ADC Will Be on 2027 Ballot Despite Court Judgment — David Mark Assures Supporters
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has assured party members, supporters, and candidates that
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Rep Gorau Makes History, Distributes 55 Tractors to Constituents
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi In a major boost to agricultural development and food security, the member representing Gada/Goronyo Federal Constituency
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Court Again Adjourns El-Rufai’s Alleged Corruption Trial to June 28
A Federal High Court in Kaduna has once again adjourned the alleged corruption trial involving former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir
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Security Crisis Rooted in Poor Governance, Poverty — Bala Mohammed
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has attributed Nigeria’s persistent security challenges to poor governance, widespread poverty, and socio-economic hardships,
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General Rabe’s Son Disputes Katsina Govt’s Diabetes Claim, Says Mother Still in Captivity
One of the sons of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar (rtd); Isyaka Rabe, has dismissed claims by the Katsina
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Sultan Calls on Muslims to Observe Muharram Moon on Monday
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has
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IMF Urges Nigeria to Tax Fuel, Telecom Services to Boost Revenue
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised Nigeria to consider extending Value Added Tax (VAT) to petroleum products and introducing
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PDP’s NOS, Bature Blasts Goronyo PDP Faction in Sokoto, Demands End to Impersonation
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The National Organising Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Umar Muhammad Bature, has called
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2027: APC Rejects Calls to Review Primaries, Moves to Submit Candidates’ Names to INEC
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed calls for a review of its recently concluded primaries, insisting that the outcomes
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Sokoto PDP Swears In New State Executives, Vows to Reclaim Power
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto State on Saturday ratified and inaugurated its newly elected
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Sokoto Police to Clamp Down on Unregistered Vehicles, Concealed Number Plates
The Sokoto State Police Command has announced plans to begin strict enforcement against vehicles operating without registration number plates and
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Retired General Dies in Bandits’ Captivity, Katsina Government Announces
The Katsina State Government has announced the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar while in the custody of bandits,
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Communities, Financiers Sustaining Terrorism, Banditry — Defence Minister
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has attributed the persistence of terrorism, banditry and insurgency in the country to the
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Youth Allegedly Kills Neighbour Over Water Container Dispute in Sokoto
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi A young man identified as Ibrahim Baba has allegedly killed his neighbour, Abubakar Ahmad, following a
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DEMOCRACY DAY: Tambuwal Urges Unity, Says Greater Nigeria Is Possible
Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has called on Nigerians
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Democracy Must Deliver Security, Prosperity, Hope For Nigerians – DAN’IYA
The Governorship Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Sokoto State, Hon. Munir Muhammad Dan’iya (Walin Sokoto), has called
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Hisbah Nabs 26 Suspects in Sokoto Morality Enforcement Operation
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The Sokoto State Hisbah Board has arrested 26 individuals in a fresh crackdown aimed at curbing
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TINUBU TO BANDITS, KIDNAPPERS: SURRENDER NOW OR FACE FULL FORCE OF THE STATE
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued a stern warning to bandits, kidnappers, and sponsors of terrorism, declaring that they must
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Red Cross Secretary General Seeks Stronger Partnerships During Sokoto Advocacy Tour
The Secretary General of the Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS), Dr. Abubakar Ahmad Kende, has embarked on a series of
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Governor Nasir Idris Deserves Second Term Based on Performance – Aide
By Animasahun Salman The Special Adviser to Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State on Communication and Strategy, Abdullahi Idris Zuru
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Federal University Birnin Kebbi Student Dies After Hostel Attack
By Yusuf Gwandu A 300-level Biochemistry student of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK), Zaharadeen Nuhu, has died after sustaining
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