FG Reacts to Borno Mosque Attack, Boosts Security
The Federal Government condemns the Gamboru Market mosque bombing in Maiduguri, orders immediate security escalation, and vows to apprehend perpetrators. Details inside.
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IED Explosion in Borno Mosque on Christmas Eve
A devastating IED explosion struck a mosque in Maiduguri's Gamboru Ward during Maghrib prayers on Christmas Eve. Many feared dead. Get the latest details and eyewitness accounts.
Suicide Bomber Attacks Mosque in Maiduguri Market
A suicide bomber detonated an IED at a mosque in Maiduguri's Gamboru Market during evening prayers. Many feared dead. Police yet to comment. Read the latest details.
Deadly Maiduguri Mosque Blast Kills 7 Worshippers
A deadly explosion tore through a mosque in Maiduguri's Gamboru market, killing at least seven. No group has claimed responsibility for the suspected bombing. Read the latest details.
Deadly Bomb Blast Rocks Maiduguri Mosque
A suspected Boko Haram IED attack at a Maiduguri mosque on December 24 leaves many feared dead. Get the latest details and analysis on this tragic security incident.
US Nursing Home Explosion Kills 2, Traps Residents
A massive explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home sparked a deadly fire, killing at least two and trapping elderly residents. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
UDUS Inducts 122 Doctors, 27-Year-Old Maimunat is Best
Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, inducts a record 122 medical doctors. Dr Maimunat Suleiman, 27, emerged as the overall best graduate. State officials pledge internship and job opportunities.
Nigerian Air Force Pays Sokoto Airstrike Compensation
The Nigerian Air Force has paid compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental airstrike in Sokoto that killed 13 civilians. Details on the investigation and new civilian harm mitigation plan inside.
Air Force Compensates Sokoto Airstrike Victims
The Nigerian Air Force has finally handed over compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental strike in Sokoto. The move follows criticism over civilian casualties in anti-bandit operations. Read the full report.
Nigeria: Sultan Announces First Day of Rajab 1447 AH
Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Abubakar, has declared Monday, December 22, 2025, as the first day of Rajab 1447 AH. This follows the non-sighting of the crescent moon. Read more on the spiritual significance.
Police Arrest Notorious Cult Leader in Sokoto
Sokoto Police Command arrests 'Sai Mallam' cult leader, Mohamed Mokhtar. A shrine was uncovered with fetish items. CP Ahmed Musa warns parents about youth involvement. Read the full story.
Bishop Kukah meets Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto custodial centre
Bishop Matthew Kukah visits IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto prison as part of his Christmas pastoral duty. Read details and public reactions here.
Police arrest cult leader, serial rapist in Sokoto
Sokoto Police arrest 'Sai Mallam' cult leader and a serial rapist linked to 28 victims. CP Ahmed Musa details breakthroughs in state security operations. Read more.
16 Sokoto NYSC Members Get Service Extension
NYSC Sokoto extends service year for 16 corps members due to misconduct. Coordinator Usman Yaro announces sanctions at passing-out ceremony. Read details.
Ex-President Shagari's Last Surviving Wife Dies at 89
Hajiya Sutura Shehu Shagari, the final wife of Nigeria's former President Shehu Shagari, has passed away at 89. The family announced her death after a prolonged illness. Read the full story.
Nationwide Defections Tilt Political Balance Towards APC
A wave of defections by lawmakers and party officials to the APC signals a major political realignment. Get the full details on the moves in Rivers, FCT, Sokoto, Zamfara, and expert analysis on Nigeria's leadership crisis.
Bafarawa Denies Joining APC, Affirms Political Independence
Former Sokoto Governor Attahiru Bafarawa refutes claims of defecting to the APC. He details his exit from the PDP and commitment to youth empowerment. Get the full story on his 2027 plans.
Bafarawa's PDP Loyalists Defect to APC in Sokoto
Key political allies of former Sokoto Governor Attahiru Bafarawa, including a 2023 deputy governorship candidate, have joined the APC. The move strengthens Governor Ahmed Aliyu's administration ahead of the 2027 elections. Read more.
Multiple explosions cause panic in Auchi, Edo State
Multiple explosions rocked Auchi, Edo State, destroying properties worth millions. Eyewitnesses suggest a coordinated attack. Read the latest details and official response.
Fuel Tanker Crash, Explosion Rocks Benin-Auchi Road
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
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.
Police Avert Explosion in Maiduguri, Recover UXO
Borno Police Command successfully neutralised an unexploded ordnance planted under a telecoms mast in Maiduguri's Federal Low Cost Area, averting a potential disaster. Public urged to remain vigilant.
High Rent in Sokoto Stops Men from Marrying, Ladies Lament
Skyrocketing house rents in Sokoto are forcing young men to postpone marriage, disrupting cultural norms. Single women cry out as affordable homes vanish. Read the full report.
Police Defuse Bomb at Telecom Mast in Maiduguri
Borno Police prevent a major explosion in Maiduguri after residents report an unexploded ordnance. CP Abdulmajid commends public vigilance. Stay alert and report suspicious objects.
Muslim Man: Insecurity Makes Islam Look Violent
A Nigerian Muslim, Umar Mohammed Nasiru, says relentless violence by terror groups makes it hard to defend Islam's peaceful nature. Read his full statement and analysis.
Bandits Kill, Abduct in Sokoto Mosque, Village Raids
Gunmen attacked two communities in Sokoto's Sabon-Birni LGA, killing several and abducting many. The violence targeted a mosque during morning prayers. Read the full report.
Sokoto Gov Denies Visiting Nnamdi Kanu with Alex Otti
The Sokoto State Government has refuted claims that Governor Ahmed Aliyu visited detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu with Abia's Alex Otti. Get the full details and official statement here.
4 Children Killed in Borno IED Explosion
A tragic IED explosion in Banki, Borno State, has claimed the lives of four children. A 12-year-old boy is injured. Police warn against handling suspicious objects. Read more.
Four Children Killed by IED in Borno's Banki Community
A tragic IED explosion in Banki, Borno State, has killed four children. Police confirm the incident and warn against handling suspicious objects. Read the full report.
Bomb Explosion Kills 4 Boys in Borno Apartment
A tragic bomb explosion in Banki, Borno State, has claimed the lives of four boys, including two siblings. The victims, aged 12-15, mistook the device for scrap metal. Read the full details.
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