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Katsina Governor Signs N897.87bn 2026 Budget

Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda has officially signed the 2026 budget of N897.86 billion into law. The budget incorporates inputs from over 70,000 residents across 361 wards.

Bandits kidnap eight villagers in Kano attack

Armed bandits kidnapped eight villagers in Biresawa, Kano State, despite prior warnings to security forces. Victims include women and teenagers taken to unknown locations.

Doguwa Attacks Tinubu Govt Over Insecurity

Rep Alhassan Ado-Doguwa demands National Assembly shutdown over worsening insecurity, describing Northern situation as devastating. House leadership pushes back.

Katsina Govt Warns of Stringent Measures Against GBV

Katsina State Government vows stringent action against Gender-Based Violence perpetrators. Governor Radda announces new laws and urges public reporting. NAPTIP highlights rape as a prevalent issue.

Bandit Leader Imposes N50m Levy on Katsina Towns

Notorious bandit Mustapha Babaro demands N50 million from Yargoje communities in Katsina, raising questions about peace deals effectiveness. Residents fear repercussions if deadline missed.

Bauchi Closes Schools Amid Security Crisis

Bauchi state government orders immediate closure of all public and private schools due to escalating security threats across northern Nigeria. Stay informed.

12 Female Farmers Abducted in Borno State

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents kidnapped 12 female farmers in Borno State. President Tinubu vows to restore security amid rising kidnappings across northern Nigeria.

N54m Scholarship for 2,199 Katsina Students

Hon. Abdullahi Ahmed empowers 2,199 students with over N54 million in scholarships and announces job opportunities for 420 constituents. A major boost for education and youth development in Musawa/Matazu.

Omah Lay: Prayers Alone Won't Save Nigeria

Afrobeats star Omah Lay delivers powerful message on Nigeria's security crisis, saying citizens must demand action. Read reactions and celebrity responses.

Katsina declared Open Defecation-Free, joins Jigawa

Katsina State has been officially declared Open Defecation Free, making it the second state after Jigawa to achieve this sanitation milestone. Discover Nigeria's progress toward the 2030 ODF target.

Katsina Presents 30 Climate Projects at COP30

Katsina State emerges as Africa's sustainable development model at COP30, presenting 30 bankable climate projects and calling for international partnerships to drive subnational climate action.

Repentant Bandits Release 45 Captives in Katsina

In a significant peace breakthrough, repentant bandits led by Alhaji Isiya Kwashen Garwa have released 45 captives in Katsina. This fulfills promises made during recent peace negotiations between communities and authorities.

KACRAN Condemns Violence in Northern Nigeria

Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association urges bandits and volunteers to end brutal killings and livestock rustling in Northern Nigeria. Read their urgent plea for peace.

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