35 m. ago 2025 Hajj: Sokoto Begins Airlift Of Intending Pilgrims May 9

The Chairman of the Sokoto State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Aliyu Musa, has confirmed that all preparations have been finalised for the commencement of the 2025 Hajj airlift to Saudi Arabia, scheduled to begin on May 9. Addressing journalists at the agency’s headquarters, Musa stated that over 60 percent of necessary visas had already been secured […]

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99 m. ago Boko Haram Terrorists Invade Borno Village, Kill Two Soldiers

At least two soldiers have been killed, following an attack by Boko Haram terrorists in Izge community, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. It was gathered that the deadly invasion happened around 1 am on Wednesday when the gunmen infiltrated the village. Speaking with newsmen, Emir of Gwoza, Mohammed Shehu Timta, said that the terrorist […] The post Boko Haram Terrorists Invade Borno Village, Kill Two Soldiers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Tinubu’s Administration Crushed 8,000 Terrorism, Nabbed 11,600 Criminals In 2024 – Defence Minister

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, announced that over 8,000 terrorists and bandits were neutralized in 2024 under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. He credited this success to the improved operational strategies and leadership focus of the current government. According to a statement released on Monday by Patience Ituke, Matawalle also revealed that […] The post Tinubu’s Administration Crushed 8,000 Terrorism, Nabbed 11,600 Criminals In 2024 – Defence Minister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Senate to hold National Security Summit to address rising insecurity

From Kenneth Udeh, Adesuwa Tsan Abuja The Nigerian Senate has resolved to hold a two-day National Security Summit in Abuja, involving federal, state, and local governments, traditional rulers, civil society, students’ unions, and security agencies, to address the escalating wave of killings, kidnappings, banditry, and terrorism across Nigeria. The Senate also urged the federal government […] The post Senate to hold National Security Summit to address rising insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Bandits kill SS 3 student days to first WASSCE paper in Kogi

Kola Sunday, a senior secondary school three (SS3) student of United Comprehensive College, Odo-Ere, headquarters of Yagba West local government read more Bandits kill SS 3 student days to first WASSCE paper in Kogi

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25 h. ago Gunmen kill six, injure several others in renewed Plateau attacks

At least six persons were killed in renewed attacks on Marit and Gashish communities of Barkin Ladi Local Government Council read more Gunmen kill six, injure several others in renewed Plateau attacks

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28 h. ago Sokoto Police Arrest Gunrunner, Seize Large Cache Of Weapons

The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested a suspected gun runner and seized a large cache of weapons and ammunition during a stop-and-search operation along the Sokoto-Gusau Highway. In a statement released on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufai, it was revealed that the suspect, 45-year-old Murtala Abubakar from Maradun Local […] The post Sokoto Police Arrest Gunrunner, Seize Large Cache Of Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago EU, UN launch €60m projects to boost healthcare, social protection in Nigeria

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The European Union (EU), in collaboration with United Nations agencies and the Nigerian government, has launched three major development initiatives valued at €60 million to strengthen the country’s healthcare and social protection systems, The projects launched at a high-level event held at the presidential Lodge in Sokoto are designed to enhance […] The post EU, UN launch €60m projects to boost healthcare, social protection in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Boko Haram: Buni assures support to security agencies after Yobe village attacks

Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has reiterated his commitment to support the security agencies following recent deadly attacks. read more Boko Haram: Buni assures support to security agencies after Yobe village attacks

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48 h. ago Nigeria to host first International Qur’anic Recitation Competition

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina Nigeria will host its maiden International Qur’anic Recitation Competition in August, organised by the Centre for Islamic Studies at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, alongside other stakeholders. The event, starting in Jos, Plateau State, with finals in Abuja, will feature participants from about 20 countries, including Cameroon, Ghana, Chad, Senegal, Kenya, Egypt, […] The post Nigeria to host first International Qur’anic Recitation Competition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Police rescue 2 kidnap victims, arrest 9 suspects, kill 3 bandits in nationwide crackdown

The Nigeria Police Force has said that it rescued two kidnapped victims, arrested nine suspected kidnappers, and neutralized three bandits read more Police rescue 2 kidnap victims, arrest 9 suspects, kill 3 bandits in nationwide crackdown

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68 h. ago Police Raid Bandits’ Hideouts, Kill 3, Rescue 2 Kidnap Victims

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has raided the hideouts of bandits and kidnappers across the country, killing three, rescuing two victims and arresting nine suspected kidnappers. On May 3, 2025, acting on credible intelligence, Police operatives attached to the Benue State command engaged in a gun battle with a group of bandits suspected to be […]

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2 d. ago Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers

Operatives of Edo State Police Command attached to the Oba Market Division have arrested two suspects over alleged kidnapping and robbery. The suspects were identified as Maxwell Mathew and Samuel Mathew, both from Abraka in Delta State. In a statement by the state’s Police Command’s Spokesman, Moses Joel Yamu, disclosed that the arrest is coming, […] The post Police Raid Popular Hotel In Edo, Nab Two Suspected Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Sokoto Gov To Intervene In Worker’s Unremitted Loan Deductions

Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu has pledged to intervene into the workers’ loan repayments that were deducted from their salaries but never remitted to the respective banks. Governor Aliyu made the commitment while responding to an appeal by the Sokoto State Chairperson of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Abdullahi Aliyu, who urged the state […]

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3 d. ago Untold story: Why Adamawa’s River Wulum became centre of attraction

Fishermen, sellers, others rake in millions of naira through fishing activities Rivers form a vital section of the economic backbone read more Untold story: Why Adamawa’s River Wulum became centre of attraction

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3 d. ago Insecurity: Your time is up, Tinubu dares bandits, terrorists, kidnappers

…Storms Katsina, says Nigeria will not bow to terror, treachery • Urges soldiers to be resolute From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has urged the Nigerian military to intensify efforts at ending terrorism and banditry, describing the current security challenges as a defining moment in Nigeria’s history. According to a statement issued by his […] The post Insecurity: Your time is up, Tinubu dares bandits, terrorists, kidnappers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Workers’ pain deepens as inflation eats up 70,000 minimum wage

…Troop out en masse on May Day despite lamentation …Demand increased pay …Sokoto, Imo, Osun, 4 other states yet to read more Workers’ pain deepens as inflation eats up 70,000 minimum wage

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3 d. ago We’ll Secure Forests, Restore Peace To North West – Tinubu Vows

President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to addressing insecurity in Nigeria’s North West, vowing to reclaim forests that have become havens for bandits, kidnappers, and terrorists. Speaking at a state dinner in Katsina, Tinubu stressed that advanced surveillance and technology would be used to combat the growing threat. He highlighted the need for collaboration […] The post We’ll Secure Forests, Restore Peace To North West – Tinubu Vows appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Fight against terrorism: Tinubu vows to secure northwest forests, boost surveillance

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has pledged a robust federal response to insecurity in Nigeria’s Northwest, promising to reclaim ungoverned forests and enhance surveillance using advanced technology to combat kidnapping, banditry, and terrorism. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President speaking at a state […] The post Fight against terrorism: Tinubu vows to secure northwest forests, boost surveillance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Zamfara: Troops neutralize notorious bandit kingpins, recover arms

From John Bassey, Gusau Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully neutralized several notorious bandit kingpins and recovered a cache of arms in a major operation across parts of Zamfara State. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Captain Suleiman Omale. According to the statement, the operation […] The post Zamfara: Troops neutralize notorious bandit kingpins, recover arms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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