Friday, October 2, 2026

Yunusa Umar

August 25, 2026

At least 30 killed, 60 abducted in terrorist attacks on four Niger communities

“The main attack largely took place in Dekara community, where over 30 people were killed, and over 60 people were taken away,” he said.

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August 25, 2026

Tambuwal mourns former Supreme Court justice Kalgo

“Justice Kalgo’s passing is a profound loss, not only to his family and the people of Kebbi State, but also to the Nigerian judiciary and the entire legal profession,” he said.

Umaru Kalgo
August 25, 2026

Troops arrest two suspected terrorists in Zamfara

Mr Mohammed said troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, one locally fabricated dane gun, two rifle magazines, and one motorcycle, among other items.

Jabiru Hassan and Umaru Bello
August 25, 2026

Niger police arrest eight suspected miscreants

Mr Abiodun said the suspects were arrested with dangerous weapons, including a sickle, sticks, cutlass, and a long knife.

The eight suspected miscreants
August 25, 2026

Two suspected shop breakers arrested in Borno

Mr Daso added that the command recovered N430,000 from the suspects.

ARMED POLICE OFFICERS
August 25, 2026

Gov. Alia seeks action against insecurity, illegal mining in Benue

Mr Alia condemned the sale of ancestral lands for illegal mining in Kwande, particularly gold and other solid minerals.

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia
August 25, 2026

Tinubu decries fresh Niger abduction, orders immediate rescue of hostages 

Mr Tinubu expressed outrage over the incident and directed immediate rescue operation.

Tinubu and Niger governor
August 25, 2026

PFN kicks as Gov Bago tells Niger Christians to participate in politics to get appointments

“Christians should not be excluded from political leadership, appointments, or opportunities; just as no other religious community should be excluded,” PFN said.

Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria
August 25, 2026

2027: APC reopens electronic membership registration Monday

The APC made the announcement in a statement on Tuesday by its spokesman, Felix Morka.

August 25, 2026

ASUU declares indefinite strike at Niger varsity

The chairman of IBBU-ASUU, Galadima Bala, declared the strike action during the meeting, adding that despite several engagements and appeals, the issues remain unresolved.

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai.