19 Dead in Plateau, Gombe Road Accidents
At least 19 lives lost in separate trailer crashes in Plateau and Gombe states. FRSC blames speeding, issues urgent safety warnings to motorists during festive travel.
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Gombe Governor Dismisses 4 Aides for Assault
Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has dismissed four aides following a probe into the physical assault of a councillor. Get the full details and official statement here.
CSOs Protest, Demand Sack of Gombe Gov's Aide for Assault
Civil society groups demand the dismissal of Gov. Inuwa Yahaya's aide, Adamu Danko, after a viral video showed him assaulting a councillor. Amnesty International calls for justice.
Telecom Sector Faces Major Cybersecurity Threats in 2026
Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky predicts advanced persistent threats, DDoS attacks, and supply-chain risks will target Nigeria's telecom sector in 2026. Learn the key threats and mitigation strategies.
Gombe Governor dismisses aides over councillor assault
Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has fired four aides following a probe into the physical assault of Shamaki Ward Councillor Abdulrahman Abubakar Sheriff. Read the full details of the investigation and the Governor's decisive action.
9 Killed in Gombe Road Crash on Kaltungo-Cham Road
A fatal crash in Gombe State claims 9 lives after a speeding trailer lost control and hit a bus. FRSC confirms details and urges motorists to avoid excessive speed.
Nine Dead in Gombe Trailer-Bus Crash
A speeding trailer killed nine people in Gombe State after a crash with a Sharon bus. FRSC confirms brake failure and excessive speed caused the fatal accident. Read more for safety advice.
9 Dead in Gombe Road Crash Caused by Speeding Trailer
Nine people have died in a tragic road accident in Gombe State. The FRSC confirms excessive speed and brake failure caused the collision between a trailer and a Sharon bus. Read more for details and safety warnings.
Gombe Chief of Staff's Driver Threatens Critics
Shocking leaked audio reveals the driver to Gombe's Chief of Staff threatening to break limbs of youths who criticised his principal. This follows a viral assault video. #Gombe #Impunity
Amnesty Condemns Gombe Aide's Assault on Councillor
Amnesty International condemns the brutal assault on Gombe councillor Abdulrahman Abubakar Sherif by a governor's aide. We demand justice and an end to political violence in Nigeria.
SDP Hails Supreme Court Ruling, Demands INEC Compliance
SDP hails Supreme Court's landmark judgment affirming party autonomy. Acting Chairman Prof. Sadiq Umar Abubakar Gombe demands INEC's full compliance and end to interference. A victory for Nigeria's democracy.
ADC Suspends 15 Members for Anti-Party Activities
The ADC's NWC suspends 15 key figures for six months, citing anti-party collaboration and disruption. New appointments made as party moves to assert control. Read the full details.
Governor's Aide's Driver Assaults Councillor in Gombe
A driver to Gombe Governor's Chief of Staff caught on camera slapping a ward councillor. Public outrage grows as activists demand investigation. Full story.
Farmers Block Brussels in Protest Against EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
Hundreds of farmers and over 150 tractors clogged Brussels streets, protesting the EU-Mercosur trade pact they fear will flood Europe with cheaper South American goods. Read the full story on the high-stakes summit clash.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Crucial Vote
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Hits French, Italian Roadblock
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
Balkan Model: How to Stop a Cattle Disease Outbreak
As France battles lumpy skin disease, experts point to the Balkans' 2016 success: rapid vaccination and culls controlled the outbreak in months. Learn the key strategies.
FG Launches Onion Aid for 600 Sokoto Farmers
The Federal Government, through NADF, has launched an Onion Intervention Programme in Sokoto State to support 600 farmers hit by flooding and climate challenges, aiming to boost food security.
Senate Moves to Shield Farmers from Price Collapse
The Nigerian Senate has urged the government to subsidise fertilisers and revive commodity boards to stabilise markets and protect farmers' livelihoods. Read the full story.
Fire Ravages Gombe Timber Market, Mosque
A devastating night fire gutted Gombe's Kasuwar Katako timber market and a mosque. Governor Inuwa Yahaya pledges support and investigation. Read the full report.
French Farmers Protest Cattle Culls Over Disease Control
France's agriculture minister urges farmers to trust government's cattle culling and vaccination plan to control lumpy skin disease, as protests block roads. Read the full story.
Bandits Attack Kwara Community, Kill 2 Youths
Suspected bandits launched a fresh attack on Oreke town in Kwara state, killing two youths and forcing residents to run for their lives. Read the full report on the worsening insecurity.
Benue Farmers Lament Crashing Food Prices, High Costs
Farmers in Benue State face financial ruin as market prices for crops collapse while fertiliser and transport costs remain high. Many threaten to quit farming next season. Read more.
WACOT Pays N158m to Cocoa Farmers for Sustainability
WACOT Limited disburses over N158m to 2,062 Osun cocoa farmers for sustainable practices. The initiative rewards quality and promotes financial inclusion in agriculture. Read more.
Ginger Farmers Face Dwindling Yields, Rising Pest Infestations
Nigeria's ginger sector is in crisis as fungal blight decimates crops, causing over N12bn losses and a 74% export drop. Experts call for disease-resistant seeds and value chain investment to save the industry.
Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe
Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.
Gumi Accuses Foreign Powers of Backing Nigerian Terrorists
Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi alleges foreign support for terrorists in Nigeria, citing a reversal in security gains. He calls for enhanced intelligence and diplomacy.
New Egg and Chicken Prices Released by Farmers
Nigerian poultry farmers announce updated rates for eggs and adult chickens. Despite a drop in inflation, staple foods remain costly, squeezing household budgets ahead of Christmas.
FG Unveils Digital Farmers Registry for Food Security
The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Farmers Registry (NDFR) to harmonise farmer data, improve access to credit, and boost agricultural productivity in line with national food security goals.
Yobe Emir Links Education to Ending Farmer-Herder Clashes
The Emir of Jajjere advocates for enrolling out-of-school children and early harvests to stop deadly clashes over land and water in Yobe. He calls for dialogue and unity.
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