5 h. ago Northern Governors Want ‘Mining Exploration’ Suspended, Back State Police

The Northern States Governors’ Forum has advised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to direct the Minister of Solid Minerals Development to suspend mining exploration in the region for a period of six months to allow for a proper audit in consultation with the various state governors. The Forum said it had observed that illegal mining had […]

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6 h. ago Northern governors create ₦1bn monthly regional security fund, seek six

Northern governors on Monday approved the creation of a regional security trust fund that will draw a combined N1 billion read more Northern governors create ₦1bn monthly regional security fund, seek six-month mining suspension

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9 h. ago Abductions surge: Northern govs demand mining suspension, unveil N228bn security fund

Northern governors address surging abductions by demanding a mining suspension and creating a N228bn security fund to combat Northern Nigeria insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/abductions-surge-northern-govs-demand-mining-suspension-unveil-n228bn-security-fund/

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9 h. ago Insecurity: Ododo introduces regulated hours for social, religious gatherings

Amid rising insecurity, Kogi State Governor Ododo has regulated social and religious gathering hours, directing them to end by 4 pm daily to curb banditry. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-ododo-introduces-regulated-hours-for-social-religious-gatherings/

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13 h. ago Kwara traditional ruler, six others escape from bandits after vigilante raid

Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, along with six other abductees, has read more Kwara traditional ruler, six others escape from bandits after vigilante raid

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14 h. ago Insecurity: Northern Governors call for immediate establishment of state police

The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has reaffirmed its full support and commitment to the immediate establishment of State Police.

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14 h. ago Uba Sani charges Northern leaders, traditional rulers to unite against security challenges

"We must resist this behaviour and work together to address the security situation," Sani said. "We have a President who understands the North

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14 h. ago Insecurity: Suspend Mining Activities For 6 Months, Northern Governors Tell Tinubu

The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has strongly recommended to President Bola Tinubu to direct the Minister of Solid Minerals to suspend mining exploration for a period of six months to allow proper audit. The forum said it observed that illegal mining has become a major contributory factor to the security crises in Northern Nigeria. […]

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14 h. ago Insecurity: We must act now or lose the North, Gov Inuwa tells Northern leaders

The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Gombe State Governor, Alhaji Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, has charged traditional rulers and Northern leaders to act swiftly to salvage the region from the insecurity bedevilling it before it is too late.

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18 h. ago Insecurity: Governor Yahaya Rallies Northern Governors, Traditional Rulers For United Action

The chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has called for an extraordinary level of unity, courage and collective responsibility to confront the deepening security and socioeconomic crises threatening Northern Nigeria. Speaking at the Joint Northern States Governors’ Forum and Northern Traditional Rulers Council meeting in […]

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20 h. ago Kwara Traditional Ruler, Six Others Escape From Bandits’ Den

The bandits had earlier demanded N150 million from the community before the traditional ruler could be freed. The post Kwara Traditional Ruler, Six Others Escape From Bandits’ Den appeared first on Channels Television.

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20 h. ago Kwara: Traditional ruler, six others escape from kidnappers’ den

The kidnapped traditional ruler of Bayagan community in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Alhaji Kamilu Salami, regained his freedom on Sunday evening.

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43 h. ago Traditional ruler abducted in Kwara, heightening fears over worsening insecurity

A traditional ruler in Kwara State, the Ojibara of Bayagan, Oba Kamilu Salami, has reportedly been abducted by bandits, deepening read more Traditional ruler abducted in Kwara, heightening fears over worsening insecurity

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2 d. ago Senator Barau, Gov Yusuf trade blame over rising insecurity in Kano

A fresh political clash has erupted in Kano State as the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf exchange accusations over the prevailing insecurity in parts of the state.

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3 d. ago ‘Don’t Play Politics With Insecurity,’ Barau Cautions Kano Government

Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, has cautioned the Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, against politicising the issue of insecurity, urging him to concentrate on solving the challenges facing the State. LEADERSHIP reports that Barau’s warning followed allegations after the State’s 34th Executive Council Meeting that the deputy senate president’s earlier comments were capable […]

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3 d. ago UPDATED: VP Shettima, Atiku, Govs in Bauchi as crowd bids Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi farewell

Gombe State Governor and Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, joined multitudes of mourners, family members, disciples and admirers from across Nigeria and beyond...

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3 d. ago 2027: Kwara traditional rulers canvass for women inclusion in politics

As preparation intensifies for 2027 general elections, traditional rulers in Kwara have called for improvement in women participation and

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3 d. ago Ondo govt appoints Gani Adams, Deji of Akure, 120 others as Justices of Peace

The appointees include prominent traditional rulers, religious leaders, security chiefs, political figures, and

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3 d. ago Insecurity: Kwara North stakeholders seek establishment of a security architecture

Traditional rulers and stakeholders in the Kwara North senatorial district of Kwara have called for establishment of a

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4 d. ago Insecurity: Governor Ododo Declares Tough Security Measures In Kogi 

Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo, has unveiled a comprehensive and far-reaching security blueprint to address the rising insecurity in the state. Governor Ododo also assured traditional rulers, security agencies, and community leaders that the state will not bow to criminal intimidation. The governor stated these at the Kogi State Peace and Security Council Meeting […]

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