54 m. ago Police confirm one killed, arrest five over farmers–herders clash in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has confirmed the death of one person following a clash between farmers and herders in read more Police confirm one killed, arrest five over farmers–herders clash in Bauchi

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1 hour ago Shettima, Atiku, Governors, Others Attend Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi’s Funeral Funeral

Thousands of Muslims from across Nigeria and several African countries were in Bauchi yesterday for the funeral of renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 98. The funeral prayer held at the Filin Idi (Eid Ground) in Bauchi at 4:30pm was led by the deceased’s longtime […]

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2 h. ago National Council On Sports Unveils Sweeping Reforms, Approves New Games Structure, Hosts Up To 2030

Arising from the National Council on Sports 2025 meeting in Calabar, Criss River State, it concluded with far-reaching resolutions aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s sports ecosystem and aligning national sporting activities with the economic aspirations of the Renewed Hope Agenda. The meeting which held at the Kashim Shettima Hall, State Library Complex, Cross River State, brought […]

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2 h. ago 1 Killed As Farmers, Herders Clash Over Alleged Farm Encroachment In Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has launched an investigation into a violent confrontation between farmers and herders in Bursali Village, Zaki Local Government Area of Bauchi State, which resulted in the death of a yet-to-be-identified herder. In a statement on Saturday, the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Ahmed Mohammed, said the incident occurred on November 26, 2025 […]

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2 h. ago Killing of anyone is highly condemnable in Islam — ACF chairman 

The Chairman of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Alhaji Bashir Dalhatu, has stated that taking any human life, whether Muslim or Christian, goes against...

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3 h. ago VP Shettima Advocates Deeper Executive, Legislative Collaboration For A Working Nigeria

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has sought a deeper collaboration between the executive and legislature, saying the two arms of government must work towards aligning their purpose and unshakable resolve to build a Nigeria that works for all the citizens. This, he noted, explains why the relationship between the two arms of government under […]

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3 h. ago Shettima urges Islamic scholars to embrace dialogue, moderation

Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Islamic scholars across Nigeria and Africa to uphold the values of dialogue, moderation, accommodation, read more Shettima urges Islamic scholars to embrace dialogue, moderation

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4 h. 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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6 h. 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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14 h. ago Late Dahiru Bauchi Was A Colossus, Symbol Of Inclusive Islam — VP Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has charged emerging Islamic scholars across Nigeria and Africa to preserve and propagate the enduring message of tolerance, dialogue, and inclusivity exemplified by the late renowned Islamic cleric, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. He specifically said that the late Tijjaniyya leader’s commitment to dialogue and inclusivity represented the true heritage of Islam […]

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16 h. ago “Offer Bandits Amnesty, Money, Like Yar’Adua Gave Niger Delta Militants” – Arewa Leaders Urges Tinubu

Bashir Dalhatu, leader of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), has called on the Bola Tinubu government to consider granting amnesty and financial support to Fulani ethnic militias, commonly referred to as bandits, similar to measures provided to Niger Delta militants by late president, Musa Yar’Adua. Speaking on Arise TV, Dalhatu said, “The federal government should […] The post “Offer Bandits Amnesty, Money, Like Yar’Adua Gave Niger Delta Militants” – Arewa Leaders Urges Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago He was a spiritual colossus, Atiku mourns Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi

Former VP Atiku Abubakar joins mourners for the funeral of renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, describing him as a spiritual colossus. Read More: https://punchng.com/he-was-a-spiritual-colossus-atiku-mourns-islamic-scholar-sheikh-dahiru-bauchi/

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21 h. ago Shettima, Atiku, others arrive in Bauchi for Sheikh Dahiru’s burial

Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Bauchi for the burial of renowned Islamic scholar, the late Sheikh Dahiru Usman read more Shettima, Atiku, others arrive in Bauchi for Sheikh Dahiru’s burial

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22 h. ago Gwarzo Mourns Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, Condoles Family, Bauchi Government

Founder of the MAAUN Group of Universities, Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has expressed condolence over the death of renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, who passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025. In a condolence message issued to journalists in Kano on Friday, Prof. Gwarzo described the cleric’s passing as a monumental loss to his […]

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22 h. ago PICTORIAL: Shettima, Ribadu Arrive Bauchi For Sheikh Dahiru’s Burial

Vice President Kashim Shettima and National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on Friday arrived in Bauchi for the burial of the late renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. Shettima and Ribadu landed at the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport at about 1:35pm, where they were received by the Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, […]

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22 h. ago Accion MfB opens Kaduna branch to strengthen financial Inclusion

Accion Microfinance Bank has expanded its footprint in Northern Nigeria with the inauguration of its 75th branch in Kaduna State. read more Accion MfB opens Kaduna branch to strengthen financial Inclusion

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24 h. ago Bauchi govt laments increasing cases of child abuse, harmful practices

The lament was expressed by the State Commissioner of Justice and Attorneys-General, Hassan El-Yakub SAN, on Thursday during the commemoration of the 2025 World Children’s Day, organised by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with relevant MDAs.

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25 h. ago PICTORIAL: Mourners Gather At Late Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi’s Mosque

A massive crowd of mourners converged on the Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi Mosque in Unguwar Jaki on Friday as the remains of the revered Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, were scheduled for burial later in the evening. The atmosphere was filled with emotion as thousands of mourners poured into the mosque and its surroundings, struggling for […]

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26 h. ago Trump Vows To ‘Permanently Pause Migration’ From Poorer Nations

United States President Donald Trump has vowed to “permanently pause migration” from poorer nations in a late-night, anti-immigrant post on social media, describing the measure as a national security necessity. The post on the US Thanksgiving followed the Wednesday shooting of two National Guard members deployed to patrol Washington, D.C., where one of them died […]

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29 h. ago Opay Unveils New Ibadan Office, Expands Commitment To Financial Inclusion

OPay Digital Services Limited has officially launched its new Ibadan Office, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding safe, secure, accessible, and innovative financial services to individuals and businesses across Nigeria. The launch event, held on Thursday at the OPay Office in Ibadan, brought together business leaders, partners, merchants, agents, and members of the media. The […]

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