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Idris Ibrahim

October 7, 2020

El-Rufai names Ahmed Bamalli new Emir of Zazzau

Mr. Bamalli, a career diplomat and ambassador, replaces Shehu Idris, Zaria’s long-time emir who passed on on September 20 at 84.

Nasir el-rufai
October 6, 2020

Azman flight misses runway in Kano, returns to Abuja

The aircraft was forced to return to the Nigerian capital after its pilot nearly lost control due to bad weather.

Azman aircraft used to illustrate the story.
October 6, 2020

#EndSARS: IG Adamu’s directive ‘lame, empty’: Amnesty International

The global rights body recounts multiple allegations of corruption and atrocities linked to the embattled police unit.

Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu
October 5, 2020

Nigerian Army colonel kidnapped

SB Onifade ran into an ambush of bandits along Abuja-Kaduna Highway, the Gazette learnt.

Defence spokesperson John Enenche
October 5, 2020

Troops ‘kill two’ bandits along Kaduna-Abuja expressway

Gunmen abducted dozens on the expressway in June and July. The gunmen have not been found or prosecuted.

Defence spokesperson John Enenche
October 4, 2020

Police IG Adamu bans SARS, Tactical Squad from Nigerian roads

Inspector-General Muhammed Adamu ordered the immediate end to SARS activities on Nigerian road after #ENDSARS campaign.

Mohammed Adamu
October 4, 2020

Nigerian Air Force officer kills colleague in accidental discharge

The officer will face charges because accidental discharge is not a tenable excuse from prosecution under the Armed Forces Act.

Airforce
October 3, 2020

Police inspector kills civilian in Abuja beer parlour

“The officer drank burukutu and threatened to kill someone before he shot Mr. John multiple times without provocation,” a witness said.

Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu
October 3, 2020

SARS an oppressor of masses under Buhari: Atiku

The former vice-president delivers a strongly-worded message to the rogue elements within the dreaded police squad.

October 3, 2020

New study suggests Northwest, Northeast farthest behind in healthcare delivery

Kebbi, Sokoto and Katsina are among the worst ranked in this study; while Anambra, Osun and Lagos ranked best.

Healthcare Doctor