Gombe man marries cousin, shares childhood photo
Musa Ahmad Elshaarawy from Gombe announces wedding to his cousin Khadija, sharing a nostalgic photo from when he was 12 and she was 2. The ceremony is set for January 23, 2026.
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Lagos Aims to Lead APC E-Registration, Ogun & Kano Join
Lagos State is rapidly closing in on Delta to become the national leader in the APC's e-registration drive. Ogun and Kano states have officially launched, aiming to strengthen the party's database for the 2027 elections. Get the latest updates.
Doctor: Too Much Sugar Puts Children's Hearts at Risk
A Gombe cardiologist warns parents about sugary drinks in school lunches, linking them to future heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes in children. Learn how to protect your child's health.
Makinde Swears in New Oyo SSG, Professor Musibau Babatunde
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde appoints Professor Musibau Adetunji Babatunde as Secretary to the State Government. The governor pledges his administration will finish strong. Read the full story.
ADC 2023 Candidates: Newcomers Hijacking Party in Gombe
Gombe State's 2023 ADC candidates claim new defectors are sidelining founding members who built the party. They demand inclusion and respect ahead of congresses.
ADC Denies Political Alliances, Inaugurates Zonal Panels
The African Democratic Congress inaugurates zonal congress committees in three zones, reaffirms internal democracy, and dismisses rumours of alignment with Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, and Jonathan.
Two Gombe PDP Lawmakers Defect to APC
Two PDP lawmakers in Gombe State House of Assembly defect to APC, citing Governor Yahaya's leadership. The ruling party now holds 23 of 24 seats. Read more.
Hippos Kill 3, Destroy N180m Crops in Gombe
Farmers in Hinna, Gombe, plead for help as hippopotamus attacks claim lives and destroy farmlands worth over N180 million. Urgent government intervention needed.
Emir Raises Alarm Over Neglected Yamaltu-Biu Road
The Emir of Yamaltu, Abubakar Aliyu, warns that the deplorable Yamaltu-Biu Road is crippling farming communities. He calls on the FG and NEDC for urgent intervention to save lives and the economy.
Makinde Reshuffles Oyo Cabinet, Appoints New SSG
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has announced a major cabinet reshuffle, removing the SSG and appointing new officials. Get the full details on the changes and the profile of the new SSG.
Makinde reshuffles cabinet, appoints new SSG
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde announces major cabinet reshuffle, removing the SSG and appointing new officials including Prof. Musibau Babatunde. Get the full details on the changes.
Gombe Students Hail Inuwa for New University Campuses
Gombe State students laud Governor Inuwa Yahaya for establishing two new GSU campuses in Malam Sidi and Dukku, improving education access. The Governor also donated N14m to families of journalists lost in a tragic accident. Read more.
Gombe Gov Gives N14m to Families of 7 Late Journalists
Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya has donated N14 million to support families of seven journalists killed in a tragic road accident. Each family received N2 million. Read more about the state's compassionate response.
SDP Chair Blames Corruption for Nigeria's Crisis
SDP's Acting Chairman, Dr. Sadiq Umar Abubakar Gombe, says corruption is Nigeria's greatest problem. He details party's internal purge and calls for national rebirth ahead of 2027.
Gombe Gov Donates N14m to Families of 7 Late Journalists
Gombe State Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya has donated N14 million to families of seven journalists who died in a tragic road accident. Each family received N2 million. Read more.
Gombe Pays N665m for 23,873 Students' Exams
Gombe State government has approved N665 million to cover SSCE fees for 23,873 students. The move aims to remove financial barriers and boost education in the North-East. Read more.
ADC Faction Disowns Peter Obi's Registration
A faction of the African Democratic Congress has declared Peter Obi's reported registration at its Enugu office invalid, stating it violated party constitution. Details inside.
Gombe Mourns After Deadly Accidents, Attacks in Late 2025
Gombe State enters 2026 in mourning after a series of tragedies in December 2025, including fatal road accidents and violent attacks. Read the full report on the devastating losses.
5 NTA Journalists Die in Gombe-Yola Highway Accident
Tragedy strikes as five NTA Gombe journalists perish in a road accident returning from a wedding. Governor Yahaya mourns the painful loss. Read full details.
10 States Plan N4.28tn Borrowing for 2026 Budgets
Ten Nigerian states plan to raise N4.287 trillion from loans and grants for their 2026 budgets, totaling N14.174tn. Experts warn of fiscal risks and weak revenue management.
Gombe State secures five new major investments
Gombe State attracts five new investments in key sectors, driven by business reforms under the SABER programme. Discover how this boosts Nigeria's economy.
7 Journalists Die in Fatal Gombe Road Accident
Tragedy strikes as seven journalists, including NTA staff, perish in a road accident on Yola-Kumo road after attending a wedding. Details of the victims and the FRSC report inside.
Six Journalists Die in Gombe Auto Crash
A fatal accident involving an NUJ bus claimed six journalists' lives in Gombe State on December 29, 2025. Others injured. Details emerging.
Nasarawa, Kano Pass 2026 Budgets Totalling Over N2trn
Governor Abdullahi Sule signs Nasarawa's N545.2bn 2026 budget, while Kano Assembly passes a historic N1.47trn spending plan. Details on allocations and legislative actions inside.
Six NTA Gombe Journalists Die in Billiri-Kumo Road Crash
Tragedy strikes Gombe as six NTA staff perish in a road accident on Billiri-Kumo Road. Details on the victims, survivors, and the state's mourning media community.
Gunmen kill siblings, kidnap four in Gombe attack
Unidentified gunmen attacked Pindiga village in Gombe, killing two siblings and abducting four others. Police recover ammunition, launch rescue ops. Governor condemns the violence.
Prince, Pregnant Sister Killed in Gombe Bandit Attack
Suspected bandits killed Prince Yusuf Derdoski and his pregnant sister, Faiza, in Pindiga, Gombe. Four others were abducted. Governor Yahaya condemns the attack, orders manhunt.
Gunmen Kill 2, Abduct Family in Gombe Attack
Armed assailants storm Pindiga, Gombe, killing two and kidnapping a housewife, children, and another woman. Police recover shells, intensify manhunt. Governor condemns attack.
Watchman arrested for murder at Gombe Government House
A 19-year-old casual watchman has been arrested for the murder of a borehole operator at Gombe State Government House. Police confirm the suspect was caught on CCTV assaulting the victim. Read the full details.
Gombe Govt House Worker Killed by Colleague, Suspect Held
A casual worker at Gombe State Government House was killed by a fellow staff member. Police confirm CCTV captured the assault, suspect arrested and confessed. Read the full details.
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