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Jigawa State

January 22, 2026

Destroyed Farmlands: Court orders herders to pay N500 million to Jigawa farmers 

The state police commissioner accused the defendants of wandering into cultivated farmlands.

Farmlands in Jigawa State
January 4, 2026

NIWA condoles families of Yobe, Lagos’ boat accidents’ victims

Mr Makama said that NIWA had commenced investigations into the cause of the accidents, in collaboration with sister agencies.

Niger waterway
December 31, 2025

Network urges unity against violent extremism to sustain peace in Jigawa

Mr Basirka said the appeal was necessary to prevent the spillover effects of violent extremism from other parts of the country into the state.

Jigawa
November 29, 2025

Five arrested over herder’s death during clash with Bauchi farmers: Police

Mr Wakil said the incident was triggered by an encroachment of farmlands by herders from Jigawa State, who allegedly destroyed agricultural produce.

Bauchi police
November 20, 2025

Progressives governors forum visits Kebbi, pledges to support rescue of abducted schoolgirls   

Mr Uzodimma said the forum’s visit was to commiserate with the state and families of the victims

Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi State
November 14, 2025

Jigawa councils commit to ODF sustainability

The exercise was organised by Jigawa State Ministry of Water Resources, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund.

September 3, 2025

Jigawa police arrested 156 suspects in one month: CP

The CP said the feat achieved reflected the unwavering efforts of the officers and men of the command.

Police officers
July 22, 2025

NSCDC detains 15-year-old boy for allegedly killing 19-year-old in Jigawa

Mr Tijjani stated that the victim was confirmed dead at about 3:30 p.m. by a medical doctor at the Kafin Hausa General Hospital.

NSCDC logo
July 12, 2025

Great Green Wall seeks Jigawa’s support for mega 10th anniversary celebration

The DG said that Jigawa State was among the 11 frontline states of the agency’s operation due to its strategic importance.

Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi
May 29, 2025

Senate lauds Tinubu for establishing more federal universities

Mr Dandutse said, “I want to sincerely appreciate the president for his efforts in moving the educational sector forward in this country.”

Nigerian Senate