6 h. ago Governor Aliyu Approves N293m Relief, Food Aid For Banditry Victims In Sokoto

The Sokoto State Government has distributed cash and food items worth N293 million to victims of bandit attacks and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Isa and Sabon Birni Local Government Areas. Governor Ahmed Aliyu announced the intervention on Friday, through a statement by his Director General of Media, Abubakar Bawa. This was during a condolence […] The post Governor Aliyu Approves N293m Relief, Food Aid For Banditry Victims In Sokoto appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Islamism in Nigeria seeks good governance, not seizing power — Sultan of Sokoto

Tribune Online Islamism in Nigeria seeks good governance, not seizing power — Sultan of Sokoto “So, Islamism is not what you think it is; it is a wrong notion that you are bringing up here that it is to... Islamism in Nigeria seeks good governance, not seizing power — Sultan of Sokoto Tribune Online

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32 h. ago Islamism Aimed At Good Governance In Nigeria, Not Seizing Power — Sultan Of Sokoto

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, also dismisses the notion that Jihad is aimed at killing non-Muslims. The post Islamism Aimed At Good Governance In Nigeria, Not Seizing Power — Sultan Of Sokoto appeared first on Channels Television.

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32 h. ago Islam Aimed At Good Governance In Nigeria, Not Seizing Power — Sultan Of Sokoto

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, also dismisses the notion that Jihad is aimed at killing non-Muslims. The post Islam Aimed At Good Governance In Nigeria, Not Seizing Power — Sultan Of Sokoto appeared first on Channels Television.

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32 h. ago Sultan, Kukah Urge Nigerians To Unite For Good Governance, Shun Religious Extremism

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, also dismisses the notion that Jihad is aimed at killing non-Muslims. The post Sultan, Kukah Urge Nigerians To Unite For Good Governance, Shun Religious Extremism appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago In Sokoto, we are open to dialogue with bandits who are ready to denounce violence — Col. Usman, SA Security

Tribune Online In Sokoto, we are open to dialogue with bandits who are ready to denounce violence — Col. Usman, SA Security Colonel (Dr) Ahmed Abdul Usman is the Special Adviser on Security to Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State. A retired senior military officer and Doctor of Security Intelligence, Usman was recently honoured as an International Senior Fellow Member of the Advanced Institute of Professional Security and Intelligence Studies, Nigeria. In this interview, he sheds light […] In Sokoto, we are open to dialogue with bandits who are ready to denounce violence — Col. Usman, SA Security Tribune Online

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8 d. ago FG launches MAMII Initiative to tackle maternal, infant deaths in Sokoto

Tribune Online FG launches MAMII Initiative to tackle maternal, infant deaths in Sokoto The Federal Government has launched the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII) in Sokoto State as part of renewed efforts to drastically reduce maternal and infant deaths in Nigeria. The initiative, spearheaded by the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, is in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment […] FG launches MAMII Initiative to tackle maternal, infant deaths in Sokoto Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Kano govt releases N5bn for retirees’ gratuities, death benefits

Tribune Online Kano govt releases N5bn for retirees’ gratuities, death benefits Kano State Government has released payment of ₦5 billion as the fifth tranche of gratuities and death benefits for retired civil servants and families of deceased workers. Kano govt releases N5bn for retirees’ gratuities, death benefits Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Impact Humanity, Governor Aliyu, Sultan Charge Maituta’s Descendants

Sokoto State governor, Ahmed Aliyu and the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, have appealed to the family of the Maituta Dynasty to continue to imbibe the cherished qualities for which their patriarch was known. They made the appeal at a reunion reception organised by the Ibrahimu Maituta Foundation. Governor Aliyu urged the descendants […]

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1 week ago UNICEF commends Sokoto’s boost in health, nutrition, child welfare

From Shafa’atu Sulaiman, Sokoto The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has commended the Sokoto State Government for prioritising health and nutrition in its budget, describing the move as a model for advancing child and maternal welfare. UNICEF Country Representative in Nigeria, Ms Wafa Saeed, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the Deputy Governor, […] The post UNICEF commends Sokoto’s boost in health, nutrition, child welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago “No Alliance Can Revive Politician Without Legacy” – Aminu Tambuwal

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sokoto State has described former Governor Aminu Tambuwal as “politically retired,” signalling a sharp rebuke from the ruling party. The State Chairman of the party, Sadiq Achida, made the remarks while addressing journalists on Monday, in Sokoto. According to him, Tambuwal lacks an independent political base, having risen to […] The post “No Alliance Can Revive Politician Without Legacy” – Aminu Tambuwal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tambuwal left legacy of abandoned projects — Sokoto APC chairman

Tribune Online Tambuwal left legacy of abandoned projects — Sokoto APC chairman The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sokoto State, Alhaji Isa Sadiq Achida, has criticised the administration of former Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwa... Tambuwal left legacy of abandoned projects — Sokoto APC chairman Tribune Online

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1 week ago Sokoto govt to deploy midwives across 244 PHCs to curb maternal deaths

Tribune Online Sokoto govt to deploy midwives across 244 PHCs to curb maternal deaths The Sokoto State Government has announced plans to deploy qualified midwives to all 244 Primary Health Centres (PHCs) across the state as part of a bold strategy to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality. Sokoto govt to deploy midwives across 244 PHCs to curb maternal deaths Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Sokoto suspends six school principals over insubordinate, misconduct

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has suspended six secondary school principals over alleged misconduct, including the unauthorised collection of fees for Junior Secondary School examination results. The affected principals are from Nana Girls Secondary School, Sokoto; Government Day Secondary School (GDSS) Gagi; GDSS Mana; Giginya Memorial College; […] The post Sokoto suspends six school principals over insubordinate, misconduct appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sokoto Suspends 6 Principals Over Insubordination, Illegal Fees

The Sokoto State Government has suspended six school principals over allegations of insubordination and the unauthorised collection of fees for Junior Secondary School (JSS) examination results. Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education in the Command, Ahmad Ala, disclosed this in a statement issued by the ministry’s Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Iya. “No principal or school […]

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2 w. ago Sokoto govt distributes boats, life jackets to boost water safety

Tribune Online Sokoto govt distributes boats, life jackets to boost water safety The governor noted that 22 out of 23 local governments were hit by severe floods last year, causing.... Sokoto govt distributes boats, life jackets to boost water safety Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NEMA moves to support victims of windstorm in Akija community

Tribune Online NEMA moves to support victims of windstorm in Akija community The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Sokoto Operations Office, has carried out an on-the-spot assessment of the destruction caused by last week’s heavy downpour and windstorm in Akija community, Sokoto South Local Government Area. Led by Planning Officer Tukur Abubakar, the assessment was conducted on Sunday, September 14, 2025, to determine the extent of damage […] NEMA moves to support victims of windstorm in Akija community Tribune Online

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3 w. ago No amount of conspiracy can remove Tinubu in 2027 —Yusuf, head of president’s Lagos group

Tribune Online No amount of conspiracy can remove Tinubu in 2027 —Yusuf, head of president’s Lagos group Director General of Grassroots Movement for Tinubu (GMT), Hon. Bisi Yusuf, speaks to SUBAIR MOHAMMED on the alleged northern conspiracy, the group’s efforts at penetrating the North and its ‘12 million Buhari votes,’ among other issues. Recently, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, remarked that […] No amount of conspiracy can remove Tinubu in 2027 —Yusuf, head of president’s Lagos group Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Sokoto Government To Recruit 3,000 Workers Into Civil Service

Sokoto State government plans to recruit 3,000 workers into its civil service to tackle youth unemployment and reduce restiveness. Governor Ahmed Aliyu announced the inauguration of a recruitment committee tasked with overseeing the selection of qualified state indigenes for civil service. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja by the director-general of Media […]

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3 w. ago Lawmaker demands swift action on escalating insecurity in Yabo

Tribune Online Lawmaker demands swift action on escalating insecurity in Yabo-Shagari The member representing Yabo-Shagari federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Umar Yusuf Yabo, has called on both the Sokoto State government and the Federal Government to urgently address the worsening security situation threatening lives and livelihoods in his constituency. His appeal came in the wake of a series of deadly attacks by armed […] Lawmaker demands swift action on escalating insecurity in Yabo-Shagari Tribune Online

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