North West
Police inspector killed as Shiites clash with law enforcement agents in Kaduna
The Shiites were protesting the arraignment and continued detention of their leader.
Police foil prayer rally for Sule Lamido’s presidential ambition
The conveners say they will return to hold the session despite opposition.
Kaduna govt threatens to suspend benefits to pensioners with invalid BVNs
Affected retirees will be dropped from the payroll.
Corruption trial of Ex-Governor Dakingari stalled
The defendants allegedly conspired and received the cash sum of N700 million.
13 years old drowns in Kano
Another boy, Auwalu Ibrahim, was also found dead in a pond in the same area of the state last month
Zamfara governor directs traditional rulers to file detailed reports on security
The governor says the reports will enable government address security challenge in the state
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Air Force begins aerial bombardment of Zamfara bandits
Zamfara in Nigeria’s northwest has seen intense banditry in recent times.
Sallah: 11 die in Katsina road accident
“The accident happened about 8:00 p.m. along the Katsina-Niger Republic international road.”
Zamfara 2019: Senator declares governorship ambition
The lawmaker seeks to displace the incumbent governor of Zamfara.
Air Force deploys two helicopters to Zamfara to combat terrorism
Zamfara has witnessed killings and banditry.
Emir of Gusau confers traditional title on Gov Yari
The governor’s new title means ‘hero’
Kano 2019: How to ensure peaceful elections – Emir Sanusi
The emir paid a traditional visit to the Kano governor.
Sallah: Two hospitalised as hoodlums fight in Dutse
The spokesperson could not give reason or cause of the fight.
Ganduje frees 317 prisoners, urges them to pray for Buhari against enemies
“President Buhari has since directed all governors to help in decongesting our prisons.”
Killings: I’m powerless as Zamfara Chief Security Officer – Gov. Yari
Mr Yari says he has no power to direct or sanction law enforcement agents.
Bandits kill 10 in Zamfara fresh attack
Seven people were killed in Dutsen-Wake and three in Oho village
50 ‘Sarasuka’ thugs arrested in Kaduna
The state also clarifies its position on the proliferation of vigilante groups.
Alleged N11bn Fraud: How ex-Katsina governor Shema allegedly diverted local govt funds – Witness
The former Katsina governor is being prosecuted by the EFCC.
Alleged N950m Fraud: Court stops Shekarau from traveling abroad
The former governor sought to travel for lesser hajj.
UDUTH Sokoto gets new Chief Medical Director
Anas Sabir succeeds Yakubu Ahmed who held the position for eight years.
Kaduna govt to prosecute 56 property owners over ground rent
A task force set up by the state revenue agency uncovered the properties owing from N20 million and above
Despite poor health, security situation, Zamafara to sponsor five officials to World Cup
Zamfara has some of the worst health indices in Nigeria.
Police confirm eight deaths in bandits, vigilante clash in Sokoto
An elderly man, who resisted being abducted was shot dead by the bandits.
Eid-El Fitr: Kebbi gov approves payment of June salary for workers
“The governor also wishes all workers delightful celebrations’’