Sokoto CP Visits Sultan, Seeks Traditional Support Against Insecurity
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The newly posted Commissioner of Police in Sokoto State, CP Hayatu Hassan Shaffa, has pledged stronger
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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.
Sokoto ADC Leadership Tussle: Court Fixes June 19 for Hearing
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The Federal High Court sitting in Sokoto has adjourned the ongoing legal battle over the leadership
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Sultan urges stronger action against traffic offences
By Animasahun Salman The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)
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Insecurity: FG Has Failed to Learn From Past Attacks — Atiku
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 elections, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised
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Police Quiz Wike’s Aide, Detain INEC Official Over Voter Data Leak
Police authorities have interrogated Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over the
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PDP Interim National Working Committee Seeks INEC Recognition After Appeal Court Decision
…..The Court of Appeal has invalidated the recognition previously granted to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Caretaker Committee, dealing a
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Crack Emerges in Bafarawa Akida Group as Faction Backs Dan’iya for 2027
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi Fresh political realignments appear to be unfolding in Sokoto State following the emergence of a splinter
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Salihu Dangoje emerges Kebbi Assembly Speaker
By Yusuf Gwandu Alhaji Salihu Maikasuwa-Dangoje, member representing Sakaba Constituency, on Wednesday emerged as the Speaker of the Kebbi State
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Kebbi People Are 100% Behind President Tinubu — Gov. Idris
By Yusuf Gwandu Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has reaffirmed the state’s unwavering support for the second-term bid of
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Sokoto Leads in IDP Population, Records Above 181,526
By GaskiyaCast The number of internally displaced persons, IDPs, in Nigeria’s Northwest region rose by 22 per cent within six
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Tambuwal Condoles Tureta Community Over Deadly Bandit Attacks
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has
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APM Produces Candidates for 2027 Elections in Idanre, Seeks Royal Blessing
Gbolahan Salman The Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM) has concluded its primary elections in Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State,
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INEC Must Explain Voter Data Leak, Atiku Demands Full Investigation
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has called for a comprehensive investigation into the
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Kebbi Governor Orders Probe Into Salary Discrepancies Affecting Primary School Teachers
By Yusuf Gwandu Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has set up a committee to investigate the partial implementation of
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Sokoto AGILE Project Begins Construction of 56 Secondary Schools Across Sokoto
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project in collaboration with the Sokoto State Government
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Police Bust Alleged Drug Baron, Foil Bandits’ Attack in Sokoto
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The Sokoto State Police Command has recorded major security breakthroughs with the arrest of a suspected
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Amnesty International Condemns Sokoto Attack, Urges Justice for 17 Victims
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi Amnesty International has condemned the killing of at least 17 people in Dangulbi community, Tureta Local
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Federation Cup Shock: Sokoto United Knock Out Defending Champions Kwara United
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The Round of 32 of the 2026 Federation Cup produced a series of surprises and thrilling
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Dan’iya Mourns Victims of Tureta Bandit Attack, Blames APC Governments for Security Failures
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi Former Sokoto State Deputy Governor, and Governorship Candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADC in Sokoto
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Atiku Camp Fires Back at Babachir Lawal, Dismisses Primary Rigging Claims as “Substance-Induced Fabrication”
The media office of former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has launched a blistering
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100 Schools to Enjoy Free Internet Service in Sokoto Under AGILE Project
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi The Sokoto State Government has unveiled plans to distribute 2,500 computers and provide free internet connectivity
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17 Killed as Bandits Invade Sokoto Community, Loot Shops
By Fahad Faruk Galadanchi No fewer than 17 people have been killed following a deadly bandit attack on Dangulbi community
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Wike Blasts ADC, NDC Over Primary Crises, Says ‘Nigerians Now Know You’re All Liars’
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticised opposition political parties over controversies surrounding their congresses
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Obi: Kwankwaso Won’t Be ‘Spare Tyre’ in My Government
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress(NDC), Peter Obi, has pledged to run an inclusive administration with former Kano State
Read MoreLabour party unveils consensus candidates for 2027 elections in Sokoto
Animasahun Salman The Labour Party (LP) in Sokoto State has concluded its primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections, producing
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Tinubu Using State Power to Crush Opposition Ahead of 2027 — Atiku
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of attempting to
Read MoreGada Denies Participation in Alleged PDP Sokoto Governorship Primary, Dismisses Claims as False
Fahad Faruk Galadanchi Former Senator representing Sokoto East, Senator Abubakar Umar Gada, has denied participating in any governorship primary election
Read More2027: Sokoto NDC Affirms Haido as Governorship Candidate, Unveils Consensus Candidates
The Sokoto State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially affirmed Dr. Shamsuddeen Aliyu Haido as its governorship
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NUJ Hails Kebbi Governor on Third Anniversary in Office
By Yusuf Gwandu The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kebbi State Council, has congratulated Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris,
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Kebbi Governor Gifts Over 4,000 Hajj Pilgrims 350 Saudi Riyal Each
By Yusuf Gwandu The Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, has approved a special cash support package of 350 Saudi
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