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Open grazing now capital offence in Nigeria

Federal Government bans open grazing nationwide, declaring it a capital offence to curb farmer-herder conflicts. Minister urges adoption of ranching for better productivity.

ISWAP Demands N10m Ransom for 13 Teenagers

Islamic State terrorists demand N10 million ransom for 13 abducted teenage female farmers in Borno State. Families in distress as police confirm investigation.

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.

Smartisan Unveils Game-Changing Spray Tech in Kano

Smartisan Investment Nigeria Limited introduces innovative agricultural spraying drums in Kura, Kano. This technology increases yields by 15-20%, cuts chemical use by 40%, and tackles labour shortages for Nigerian farmers.

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.

Lagos Poultry Farmers Promise Price Drop for Xmas

Lagos residents can expect cheaper eggs and chicken this festive season as poultry farmers announce price reductions, thanks to the state government's Ounje Eko subsidy program. Find out how this impacts your holiday budget.

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.

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.

Bandits kill 2 farmers, abduct teen in Kwara attack

Suspected bandits killed two rice farmers and abducted a teenage boy in Bokungi community, Kwara State. The attack occurred during harvest season, highlighting security concerns for rural farmers. Read more about this tragic incident.

NADF, BOA offer agricultural loans to women, youth

NADF partners with BOA and IDH to provide affordable agricultural loans targeting women and youth in Nigeria's cassava value chain. Learn how this initiative boosts food security and creates jobs.

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.

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