6 h. ago Benue Govt Intercepts 33 Men Conveyed In Two Buses From Northern Nigeria Amid Fears Of Imminent Attack

The Benue State Government has confirmed the arrest of 33 men from Northern Nigeria who arrived in Makurdi on Saturday, June 15, 2025, sparking fears of a coordinated security threat in the wake of persistent killings in the state. According to reports, the men were conveyed in two buses and attempted to take residence in […] The post Benue Govt Intercepts 33 Men Conveyed In Two Buses From Northern Nigeria Amid Fears Of Imminent Attack appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

16 h. ago “Tinubu Has Done What No Northern Leader Has In 47 Years” – Gov Inuwa Yahaya

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for his “unprecedented” commitment to Northern Nigeria, especially through significant investment in the livestock sector. Speaking at the groundbreaking of a 184-hectare Agro-Livestock Industrial Zone in Gombe, Yahaya praised Tinubu’s ₦120 billion initiative, saying it surpasses anything any northern leader has done in nearly […] The post “Tinubu Has Done What No Northern Leader Has In 47 Years” – Gov Inuwa Yahaya appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

5 d. ago Tinubu Failed To Fulfill Campaign Promises, Wasting Resources — Baba

Former spokesperson for the Northern Elders Forum, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has criticized President Bola Tinubu for failing to improve the quality of life for Nigerians and the overall standard of governance, which he promised during pre-election campaign. Speaking on Channels Television programme, on Tuesday, the Northern politician said that Tinubu’s government has not lived up to expectations […] The post Tinubu Failed To Fulfill Campaign Promises, Wasting Resources — Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

8 d. ago Kano Athletes’ Auto Crash: Survivors Narrate Narrow Escape, Death Of Victims

Some survivors of the May 31, 2025 auto crash involving 22 athletes and officials of the Kano State Sports Commission have narrated how they narrowly escaped and how the accident occurred. They said the crash took place at about 12:30pm at Gadar Yankifi in Garun Malam local government area of Kano State when the team […]

Events

9 d. ago Tinubu, Northern Governors Mourn As Prof Jibril Aminu Dies At 85

President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima and northern governors have expressed grief at the demise of the former minister of education, Professor Jibril Aminu. In a condolence message he personally signed, Tinubu described the late Aminu, who died on Thursday at the age of 85, as a true patriot whose contributions to medicine, education, […]

Politics

1 week ago Gov Aliyu mourns Kano athletes, Niger flood victims in double tragedy

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has expressed profound sorrow and solidarity with Kano and Niger states, following two separate tragedies that have claimed numerous lives and left communities in mourning. In a statement released on Wednesday by his Press Secretary, Abubakar Bawa, Governor Aliyu described the death of 22 Kano […] The post Gov Aliyu mourns Kano athletes, Niger flood victims in double tragedy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

1 week ago Niger flood: Northern elders raise alarm over recurring disaster

… call on federal government for swift and comprehensive support From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF), has expressed deep sorrow over the devastating flood disaster that has struck Niger State, claiming the lives of over 160 people and destroying billions of naira worth of infrastructure, homes, and livelihoods. The Forum called on […] The post Niger flood: Northern elders raise alarm over recurring disaster appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Events

1 week ago Mokwa Flood: Do More, Rehabilitate Victims, Northern Democrats Tell FG

The League of Northern Democrats (LND) has appealed to the federal government to take further measures to resettle and rehabilitate the victims of the Mokwa flood disaster. The League said it noted the government’s quick response to the tragedy, but said measures proportional to the scale of the disaster must be taken to alleviate the […]

Events

1 week ago Kano’s Athletes: Gombe Calls For Suspension Of AFN Elections

In a heartfelt response to the tragic accident that claimed the lives of twenty-two of Kano State’s athletes, team official and journalist, Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, a prominent presidential aspirant for the upcoming elections of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), has urged for the postponement of the electoral process. The plea follows a horrific […]

Politics

1 week ago Oyetola commiserates with Kano govt over death of 21 athletes

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola has extended his sympathy to the government of Kano State, the Sports Ministry and the family of the 19 Kano State athletes that died in a car accident on their way back to Kano after the 22nd National Sports Festival held in Ogun State. According to […] The post Oyetola commiserates with Kano govt over death of 21 athletes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

1 week ago Makinde support group mourns victims of Kano accident, Niger flood disaster

Tribune Online Makinde support group mourns victims of Kano accident, Niger flood disaster The Nigeria Youths Awareness Group Makinde 2027 (NYAG Makinde 2027) has expressed its condolences to the Kano State government following the tragic loss of athletes and officials who were returning home from the recently concluded Gateway 2024 National Sports Festival (NSF) held in Ogun State. The organization also extended its sympathy to the Niger State […] Makinde support group mourns victims of Kano accident, Niger flood disaster Tribune Online

Events

1 week ago ACF Commiserates With Niger, Kano States Over Mokwa Flood, Dakatsalle Road Traffic Accident

Jolted by news of two tragedies, the apex northern sociocultural group Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has commiserated with the governments and peoples of Niger and Kano States over their experiences of these recent disasters. A few days ago, Niger State experienced a devastating flood. This unprecedented flood claimed many lives, destroyed property, disrupted livelihoods, submerged […]

Events

1 week ago NOC Condoles With Kano Gov’t, NSC Over Demise Of 22 Athletes, Officials

The President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Engr Habu Gumel, alongside members of the Olympic community in Nigeria, has expressed profound sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences following the tragic death of 22 athletes from Kano State. The athletes were returning from the recently concluded 22nd National Sports Festival, known as the ‘Gateway Games 2024’, […]

Politics

1 week ago Tragic Death Of Kano’s Athletes: NSC To Implement Insurance, Safety Measures In Future Sports Festival

Following the tragic loss of 22 athletes from Kano State in a motor accident while returning from the recently concluded 22nd National Sports Festival, known as the ‘Gateway Games 2024’, held in Ogun State, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced new mandatory safety measures. The NSC has mandated that all participating contingents obtain comprehensive […]

Events

1 week ago Gateway Games 2024: SWAN Urges Kano Gov’t To Immortalise 22 Fallen Heroes

The Kogi State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of 22 athletes and officials from Kano State, who lost their lives in a horrific road accident while returning to their base from the recent National Sports Festival held in Ogun State. In a statement […]

Politics

1 week ago Niger Flood Disaster: Arewa Think Tank Condoles With Governor Bago

A northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has commiserated with the governor of Niger State, Farmer Mohammed Umar Bago and the people of the state over the recent flood disaster that ravaged Mokwa town, which left over 100 persons dead with thousands displaced and property worth millions destroyed. In a condolence message issued through a […]

Events

2 w. ago NAWIS expresses condolences following tragic accident involving Kano state athletes

The Association of Nigerian Women in Sports (NAWIS) has expressed its deepest condolences to the Government of Kano State, the National Sports Commission (NSC), and the families of the athletes and officials who lost their lives in a tragic road accident on Saturday. The founder of NAWIS, Prof. Florence Adeyanju, commiserated with the Kano State […] The post NAWIS expresses condolences following tragic accident involving Kano state athletes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

2 w. ago NSF Tragedy: Gov. Abiodun supports Kano accident victims with N31m

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has donated N31 million to the 22 bereaved families of athletes and officials from Kano read more NSF Tragedy: Gov. Abiodun supports Kano accident victims with N31m

Politics

2 w. ago Ogun Gov Donates N1m Each To Families Of Deceased Kano Athletes, Officials

Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun, has donated the sum of N1 million each to families of 22 Kano State athletes and officials, who lost their lives in a fatal road accident while returning from the recently-concluded National Sports Festival dubbed ‘Gateway Games 2024′ in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The donation was delivered on Sunday by a […]

Politics

2 w. ago Accident: Fatigue, excessive speeding caused death of Kano athletes —FRSC

Tribune Online Accident: Fatigue, excessive speeding caused death of Kano athletes —FRSC FRSC has attributed fatigue and excessive speed as the likely causes of a tragic road crash that claimed the lives of 21 athletes and officials from Kano State. The victims were returning from the Accident: Fatigue, excessive speeding caused death of Kano athletes —FRSC Tribune Online

Politics