INSECURITY: “We Are Still in Bondage to Bandits, Paid Over ₦2.966bn in Ransom in 10 Years” — Bukkuyum LG Boss, Abubakar Bukkuyum
By Suleiman Adamu, Sokoto The Chairman of Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Honourable Umar Abubakar Bukkuyum, has raised the alarm, alleging that residents across the 17 districts of the council have paid over ₦2.966 billion in ransom to bandits for the release of abductees between 2015 and date. Abubakar Bukkuyum, who made […]
Governor Ahmed Aliyu: The Determined Reformer Rewriting Sokoto State’s Story.
By Emmanuel Ado Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has fundamentally proven that true leadership is not measured by rhetoric, but by bold, clear, and purposeful decisions that profoundly transform the lives of the people, whose welfare and security remain the ultimate purpose of government. The governor has amply demonstrated this through the impactful policies […]
Tyre Burst Triggers Fatal Crash Involving Boxer Anthony Joshuah Near Sagamu
Sagamu, Dec. 29, 2025 — A fatal road crash involving a Lexus SUV reportedly conveying world-renowned boxer Anthony Joshuah and a stationary Sinotruk trailer occurred on Sunday afternoon along the Lagos-bound carriageway near Sagamu. The accident, which happened around midday at the frontage of a company identified as Snoma, was said to have been […]
Nigeria–U.S. Joint Airstrike Hits Terrorist Targets in Tangaza as Sokoto Govt Assures No Civilian Casualties
By Ehis Agbon, Sokoto | December 26, 2025 The Sokoto State Government has confirmed that a joint airstrike conducted by the Nigerian military in collaboration with the United States Government struck suspected terrorist targets in Tangaza Local Government Area of the state, with no civilian casualties recorded. The confirmation was contained in a statement […]
Christmas: Christian Media Forum Calls for Rededication to Christ, Condemns Borno Mosque Explosion
…Urges prayers for peace, unity, national renewal Kaduna — The Christian Media Forum (CMF) has called on Christians across Nigeria to rededicate themselves to the teachings of Jesus Christ as the country marks the 2025 Christmas celebration, while strongly condemning the recent bomb explosion at a mosque in Borno State that left five people dead […]
U.S. Africa Command Conducts Airstrikes on ISIS Camps in Northwest Nigeria
Sokoto, Dec. 25, 2025 — The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), in coordination with Nigerian authorities, has carried out airstrikes against ISIS terrorist elements operating in Sokoto State, Northwest Nigeria, killing multiple fighters, according to U.S. military officials. The strikes, conducted on December 25, were ordered by the President of the United States and the […]
Sokoto Introduces New Initiatives to Curb Banditry
By Staff Reporter, Sokoto, December 25, 2025 Sokoto State Governor, Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, has announced new initiatives aimed at curbing the menace of banditry across the state, as part of his administration’s sustained efforts to improve security. The governor disclosed this while declaring open the 17th Regular State Executive Council (SEC) meeting held in […]
Actress Doris Ogala Regains Freedom Following Dispute with Cleric
Nollywood actress Doris Ogala was released from police custody on Monday after spending two days in detention. ALSO READ: Ini Edo Issues Emotional Apology to CAN Over Controversial Film Title Her arrest on Saturday evening followed a series of social media posts in which she “called out” a prominent Lagos-based pastor, Chris Okafor. Ogala had […]
Super Eagles Edge Tanzania 2-1 to Claim AFCON Opener
Nigeria’s Super Eagles successfully launched their 2025 AFCON campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Tanzania on Tuesday. ALSO READ: Super Eagles Climb to 38th Globally Ahead of AFCON Opener Defender Semi Ajayi opened the scoring with a powerful 36th-minute header, though Tanzania’s Charles M’Mombwa briefly leveled the score shortly after halftime. The stalemate lasted […]
NBA Calls for Immediate Suspension of Tax Reform Acts Amid “Gazetting Scandal”
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has demanded an immediate halt to the implementation of the newly enacted Tax Reform Acts, citing allegations that the laws were altered after being passed by the National Assembly. ALSO READ: FG Mandates Drug Tests for All New Civil Service Hires This move follows a whistleblowing report by Representative Abdulsamad […]