Alex Otti Meets President Tinubu Over Nnamdi Kanu
Abia State Governor Alex Otti met President Bola Tinubu to discuss securing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's release, following his visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.
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Tinubu, Otti Meet Amid Push for Nnamdi Kanu's Release
President Bola Tinubu and Abia Governor Alex Otti held a crucial meeting at the Presidential Villa, linked to efforts for the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. Details inside.
MTN Network Outage Hits Three Northern States
MTN Nigeria alerts customers to a service disruption affecting 2G, 3G, and 4G networks in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Sokoto states due to a fibre cut. Engineers are working to restore connectivity. #MTN #NetworkOutage #Nigeria
Sultan Urges Northern Governors to Heed Public Criticism
Sultan of Sokoto Saad Abubakar III advises Northern governors to use public feedback for better policy. He calls for unity and regular meetings with traditional rulers to tackle insecurity and poverty.
Sokoto Bride Kidnapped, Bandits Contact Family
Bandits abducted a bride and 12 others in Sokoto. The kidnappers contacted the family but demanded to speak only with the traditional ruler, refusing ransom talks. Read the full story.
Abia Governor Alex Otti Visits Detained IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu
Abia State Governor Alex Otti visited IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto prison, urging calm and pledging intensified efforts for his release. Sultan of Sokoto supports de-escalation. Read the full story.
Bandits Shoot Man, Kidnap Bride and 12 in Sokoto Attack
Malam Umar Chacho narrates the traumatic attack where bandits shot his son and kidnapped his daughter, the bride, and 12 others in Sokoto. Read the full story.
Bandits Issue N20m Kill Threat to Sokoto Community
Residents of Bakale village in Sokoto State live in terror as armed bandits demand a N20 million levy to avoid attacks. Several other communities face similar threats. Read more.
Bandits kidnap bride, bridesmaids, 28 others in Sokoto
Armed bandits stormed Chacho community in Sokoto, abducting over 30 women and girls, including a bride, just before her wedding. Read the shocking details and the latest on insecurity in Nigeria's North-West.
Otti Visits Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto, Discusses Release
Abia State Governor Alex Otti visited detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu at Sokoto Correctional Centre, assuring him of intensified efforts for his freedom. Read the full details of the high-level visit and discussions.
Bandits kidnap Sokoto bride hours before wedding
Suspected bandits abducted a bride-to-be and her bridesmaids in Sokoto just hours before her wedding ceremony. The attack highlights growing security concerns in the region.
Gunmen kidnap bride, baby, 13 others in Sokoto
Armed bandits kidnapped 14 people including a bride, her bridesmaids and a baby in Sokoto. Read about Nigeria's escalating security crisis and government response.
Bandits kidnap bride, guests in Sokoto wedding attack
Armed bandits stormed Chacho village in Sokoto State, kidnapping a bride, bridesmaids and wedding guests during midnight raid. Read full details of the heartbreaking incident.
Police Arrest Suspected Cultists in Sokoto Operation
Sokoto police arrest 3 suspected cult members from 'Sai Malam' group, uncover WhatsApp recruitment channel for criminal activities. Commissioner assures continued security efforts.
Sokoto Bandit Attack: Chairman Denies Mass Killings
Rabah LGA Chairman refutes reports of mass killings in Tofa Village attack. Security forces engaged bandits, two injured, two women abducted. Read official statement.
Aliyu Receives Sokoto Contingent, Donates Bus
Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu welcomed state athletes after their victories, commended their dedication, and donated a 36-seater bus to Sokoto United FC to boost sports development.
Lakurawa's Expanding Control in Northwest Nigeria
Exclusive investigation reveals Lakurawa's brutal governance system in Sokoto and Kebbi states. Religious manipulation, phone inspections, and forced zakat payments create climate of fear. Read the shocking details.
Kanu's Lawyer Speaks After Sokoto Prison Visit
Nnamdi Kanu's lawyer Maxwell Opara visits IPOB leader in Sokoto prison, reveals urgent appeal plans and challenges transfer decision. Read latest developments.
Sokoto's Agricultural Revolution: Desert to Export Hub
Governor Ahmed Aliyu is transforming Sokoto State into a major agro-export hub through irrigation, value addition, and strategic trade links. Discover how this SMART Agenda is creating jobs and boosting the economy.
Sokoto's African Locust Trees Face Dual Threat
Military counter-insurgency operations and severe flooding endanger African locust trees in Sokoto, threatening livelihoods and biodiversity. Learn how this crisis impacts local communities.
Nnamdi Kanu Moved to Sokoto Prison Facility
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu transferred from DSS detention in Abuja to Sokoto prison. Lawyer Aloy Ejimakor raises concerns about distance from legal team. Full details emerging.
Bandits Kill Sokoto Leader, Abduct Mothers & Babies
Bandits loyal to Bello Turji attacked Kurawa village in Sokoto, killing a community leader and abducting 15 people, including nursing mothers and their infants. Read more on this tragic security breach.
Cholera Outbreak Claims 10 Lives in Adamawa
Rural communities in Adamawa face devastating cholera outbreak with 10 confirmed deaths. Victims describe drinking unsafe water and using makeshift remedies as government aid fails to reach remote villages.
Bandits Abduct 9, Injure 1 in Sokoto Attack
Armed bandits attacked Tarah community in Sokoto, abducting nine people and injuring one. The assault occurred after local vigilantes were redeployed, leaving residents vulnerable.
Nigeria's Top 10 First Class Kings in 2025
Discover Nigeria's most influential traditional rulers in 2025. Learn about their backgrounds, education, and political impact on national development.
Sultan's Tolerance Model Prevents Religious Crises
Olubadan praises Sultan of Sokoto's approach to religious tolerance during solidarity visit. Learn how this model prevents crises in Nigeria. Read more now!
Olubadan promotes Folarin, Lekan Alabi, Fijabi Friday
Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, will promote seven senior chiefs in the Otun Olubadan line this Friday. Read the full list of promotions and details about the Sultan of Sokoto's visit.
244,000 Sokoto Residents Get Federal Financial Aid
Over 244,000 residents across Sokoto State's 244 wards will benefit from Federal Government's cash intervention program starting January. Governor Aliyu confirms equitable distribution.
Sokoto Records 8 Dengue Fever Cases
Sokoto State confirms 8 Dengue fever cases. Health officials urge vigilance, proper case management, and community action to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.
Sokoto's Healthcare Revolution Under Governor Aliyu
Governor Ahmad Aliyu transforms Sokoto's healthcare with 800 new nurses, upgraded PHCs in all 244 wards, and N1.5bn Mama Kits investment. Maternal and child health outcomes improve dramatically.
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