8 h. ago Northern Nigeria No Longer Economic Parasite – Bauchi Governor

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, has rejected the long-standing narrative that Northern Nigeria depended solely on the wealth generated by other parts of the country, declaring that the North has become a significant contributor to the nation’s economy. Speaking on Thursday during the closing session of the 2025 Bauchi Investment Summit at the Sir Ahmadu […]

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13 h. ago “Jonathan Is The Man To Restore Hope” — PDP Northern Support Group

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Northern Support Group has endorsed former President Goodluck Jonathan as its preferred candidate for the 2027 presidential election. The announcement was made following the group’s 8th meeting held on Wednesday In a communiqué jointly signed by the Northern Coordinator, Yusuf Abubakar, and North-West Zonal Secretary, Adamu Narayi, the group declared […] The post “Jonathan Is The Man To Restore Hope” — PDP Northern Support Group appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago PICTORIAL: Obasanjo Commissions Bauchi’s New ICC, Hails Initiative

Nigeria’s former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has pledged to accompany Governor Bala Mohammed anywhere in the world to attract investments for Bauchi State. Obasanjo made the promise while commissioning the newly built Bauchi International Conference Centre (ICC) during the Bauchi Investment Summit on Wednesday. The former President described the new ICC as a world-class facility […]

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53 h. ago 2027: Group Says Hashim Olawepo Northern Christian’s Best Bet

National coordinator of Young Christian Democrats (YCD), Mr Ezekiel Dinfa, has declared that only a president who is a northern Christian can protect Christians in the region from Islamist extremism and terrorism which is currently engulfing Northern Nigeria and threatening the over 250 northern minorities who have for centuries, maintained their identities. Dinfa said this […]

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57 h. ago How unsuccessful peace deals fuel banditry in Northern Nigeria — Report

A new report by SBM Intelligence has exposed how repeated peace agreements between northern state governments and armed bandit groups read more How unsuccessful peace deals fuel banditry in Northern Nigeria — Report

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59 h. ago Northern Nigeria’s agriculture revival key to beating country

Nigeria must address the challenges limiting agricultural productivity in the North in order to effectively combat hunger and avert a read more Northern Nigeria’s agriculture revival key to beating country-wide hunger

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3 d. ago Investment Summit: Gov Bala Mohammed Warns Against Detractors

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has warned his administration’s detractors against sabotaging the Economic and Investment Summit, which is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday. He said, “We are going to have an International Investment Summit. I know we are very busy, and we have to go back to see what we should do so […]

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3 d. ago Governor Bala Mohammed’s Life Exemplifies Service, Unity, Vision – Aide

  Special adviser on Media and Publicity to the Bauchi State Governor, Mukhtar Gidado, has extolled his principal, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, for his compassionate leadership, humanitarian disposition and unwavering commitment to unity, peace, and progress. In a goodwill message to mark the governor’s 67th birthday anniversary yesterday, Gidado described Bala Mohammed as “a visionary […]

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4 d. ago Bauchi gets 13 emirates, 2 chiefdoms, 111 districts proposals

From Paul Orude Bauchi Bauchi State Committee on Chiefdoms and Emirates has recommended the creation of 13 new emirates, two chiefdoms and 111 districts across. This was disclosed by the Chairman, Alhaji Hamza Kosher Akkuyam, while presenting the recommendations of the Committee to Governor Bala Mohammed at the Government House, Bauchi. The committee, inaugurated on […] The post Bauchi gets 13 emirates, 2 chiefdoms, 111 districts proposals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Bauchi: Governor Mohammed proposes 13 emirates, 2 chiefdoms, 111 districts

From Paul Orude, Bauchi The Bauchi State Committee on Chiefdoms and Emirates has recommended the creation of 13 new emirates, two chiefdoms, and 111 districts across the state. This was disclosed by the Chairman, Alhaji Hamza Koshe Akuyam, while presenting the recommendations of the committee to Governor Bala Mohammed, at Government House, Bauchi, on Friday. […] The post Bauchi: Governor Mohammed proposes 13 emirates, 2 chiefdoms, 111 districts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Malaria Advocate Ilobanafor Honoured With Sir Ahmadu Bello Platinum Award

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of CEOAFRICA, Prince Cletus Ilobanafor, has been honoured with the Sir Ahmadu Bello Platinum Award by the Council of Northern Youth Advocates of Nigeria (CNYAN) in recognition of his contributions to national unity, youth empowerment, and social development. The event, held on Saturday in Abuja, celebrated Ilobanafor as […]

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7 d. ago Insecurity: Terror as banditry, kidnapping onslaught ravages Nigeria’s northwestern states

By Sandra Simon   The northern regions of Nigeria, comprising states like Zamfara, Kaduna, Katsina, Sokoto, Benue, Kogi, Kebbi, Jigawa, Kano, and Plateau, have reportedly become hotspots for violence and insecurity. As of October 2025, armed robbers and groups operating under the guise of bandits have been perpetrating mass kidnappings, cattle rustling, village raids, and […] The post Insecurity: Terror as banditry, kidnapping onslaught ravages Nigeria’s northwestern states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Bloodshed In North Shows Urgent Need For Transformative Action – Dogara

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has expressed deep concern over the rising insecurity and poverty in northern Nigeria. He warned that the scale of killings has placed the region under what he described as a “spiritual curse.” Speaking on Tuesday,  during a panel session at the Nigeria Investment and Industrialisation Summit […] The post Bloodshed In North Shows Urgent Need For Transformative Action – Dogara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Kwara Killings: ‘Northern Nigeria Sliding Into War’, Olawepo

A presidential hopeful, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has warned that Northern Nigeria risks sliding into war if urgent and coordinated national action was not taken to stem the growing wave of terrorism and banditry. Olawepo-Hashim, in a statement, extended condolences to the families of victims of the recent bandit attack in Oke Ode in Ifelodun local […]

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1 week ago Insecurity: Governors Should Stop Shifting Blame, We Have Enough Funds To Combat It – Nasarawa Gov

  Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has called on his fellow northern governors to assume full responsibility for the security of their states, emphasizing that the unprecedented financial resources now available leave no room for excuses. Speaking on Monday at the 2025 Northern Nigeria Investment and Industrialization Summit in Abuja, Sule highlighted that monthly […] The post Insecurity: Governors Should Stop Shifting Blame, We Have Enough Funds To Combat It – Nasarawa Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago “Northern Leaders Must Unite, Speak With One Voice” – Gov Lawal

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has called on leaders of the 19 northern states to adopt a binding framework. He said the framework would enable the region to speak with one voice on security and economic matters. The governor made the appeal on Monday,, while chairing the opening session of the Northern Nigeria Investment and […] The post “Northern Leaders Must Unite, Speak With One Voice” – Gov Lawal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago North Must Speak With One Voice On Security, Economy, Says Zamfara Governor

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has urged a binding commitment among the 19 Northern States to speak with one voice on security and economic matters. The governor spoke as chairman of the first day of the Northern Nigeria Investment and Industrialisation Summit at the Abuja Continental Hotel on Monday. A statement by the governor’s […]

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1 week ago Bauchi Governor Sacks Women Affairs Commissioner In Cabinet Shake

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has removed Hajiya Zainab Baban-Takko from her position as Commissioner for Women Affairs and Child Development with immediate effect. According to The Guardian, the announcement was made in a statement issued early Monday by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado. According to the statement, the […] The post Bauchi Governor Sacks Women Affairs Commissioner In Cabinet Shake-Up appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Bauchi Governor Drops Women Affairs Commissioner In Minor Cabinet Reshuffle

Bauchi State governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has relieved Hajiya Zainab Baban Takko of her appointment as Commissioner for Women Affairs and Child Development. The directive is with immediate effect. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor, Mukhtar Gidado, who described the […]

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2 w. ago Kaduna: For President Tinubu, a resounding political validation

Tribune Online Kaduna: For President Tinubu, a resounding political validation It was another journey to Kaduna by President Bola Tinubu. It was one to demonstrate the depth of friendship and showcase the value of commitment to the ties that bind. Kaduna, once the undisputed epicentre of northern Nigeria’s politics, still retains its aura as the crucible of power and influence in the region. More than […] Kaduna: For President Tinubu, a resounding political validation Tribune Online

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