Kebbi State Police confirm the arrest of Suleman Mamuda, 30, for the alleged murder of his 25-year-old wife, Umaima Maidawa, in Bayawa Village. The suspect reportedly used a hoe handle. Read the full report and police statement.
Dr. Ibrahim Tahir regains freedom after his family paid a N50 million ransom to kidnappers in Auchi, Edo State. Tragically, his younger brother was killed during the abduction.
Support groups in Kebbi State have intensified grassroots mobilisation for PDP presidential hopeful Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim ahead of the 2027 elections, citing his unifying background and private sector experience.
A Nigerian man recounts his terrifying kidnapping after boarding a 'one chance' vehicle in daylight. He was held hostage for over four hours. Read his full story and see the kidnappers' chat with his family.
Residents of Bodija, Ibadan, are taking safety measures following a security alert on kidnapping and armed robbery. Community leaders and police give conflicting statements. Read more.
A Kebbi State High Court has sentenced Abdul Mohammed, Surajo Umar, and Aliyu Abdullahi to death for armed robbery and conspiracy. The prosecution presented eight witnesses and key exhibits.
The family of abducted Edo twins reveals a ransom secured their release, contradicting police claims of a rescue. The father was killed in the attack. Read the full story.
Gunmen have killed Abu Momoh after abducting him and his brother, Dr. Ibrahim Momoh, in Auchi. The family confirms the tragic death as the kidnappers continue to hold the medical doctor. Read the full report.
Gunmen abduct two brothers in Auchi, kill the younger one. The elder, a medical doctor, remains captive. Community calls for urgent police action in Igbira Camp.
Abu Momoh, younger brother of an abducted Edo doctor, killed by kidnappers. The family confirms the tragedy as the elder brother remains captive. Police intensify search.
Kebbi State Government directs all schools to reopen for second term on January 5, 2026, following closure due to student abduction. Details on exam schedule and compliance measures inside.
An explosion at Bagudo General Hospital in Kebbi State caused panic, but police confirm no lives lost. Authorities debunk bomb rumors, attributing blast to a gas cylinder fire incident. Read the full details.
A morning explosion caused panic at General Hospital, Bagudo, Kebbi State. Police confirm no casualties, building damaged. Security forces are on-site. Stay informed.
An explosion caused panic at General Hospital in Bagudo, Kebbi State. Police confirm no casualties, deploy EOD-CBRN team. Investigations ongoing. Stay informed.
Kebbi State attracts major investments in renewable energy and agriculture, including a $120m solar plant and a N220bn agro-hub, to boost its economy and energy transition. Read more.
The Catholic Diocese confirms all students and staff from St Mary's school in Papiri are safe and reunited with families. Get the full story on the resolution of this harrowing incident.
A Nigerian man has exposed an MRS filling station in Kebbi State selling petrol at N850 per litre, defying Dangote's N739 price directive. He reported the incident directly to Dangote Group, urging immediate action. Read the full story and public reaction
NBS data shows a 2.57% year-on-year drop in diesel prices for November 2025. Discover which states paid the most and least for AGO.
Youths in Kebbi State protest the EFCC's detention of former AGF Abubakar Malami, who faces 18 charges including money laundering and terrorism financing. He claims the probe is politically motivated. Read the latest.
Lagos police have arrested five suspects for orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7m from a victim's mother. The staged video caused public panic. Read details of the police investigation.
Kebbi State Police have arrested Aminu Adamu, 20, for the alleged robbery and murder of Ibrahim Yahaya, 25, whose body was found in a forest. The suspect was found with the victim's motorcycle. Police assure the public the situation is under control.
Death toll in Barkin Ladi attack rises to 14 as Kebbi State downplays insecurity, wooing investors with promises of stability and strategic advantages for AfCFTA.
Kebbi State Government assures investors of a stable environment for business, highlighting strong regulations and key sectors like energy and agriculture. Dr. Mohamed Kamba says insecurity is exaggerated.
A Kebbi State High Court has sentenced Ibrahim Isah to five years imprisonment for attempting to rape a 10-year-old girl. Justice Maryam Abubakar Kaoje delivered the judgment. Read the full details.
An edtech organization offers a two-year full scholarship to students rescued from kidnappings in Niger and Kebbi states, aiming to support their recovery and return to school. This initiative highlights the ongoing education crisis in Northern Nigeria.
CG Kemi Nandap deploys reinforcements, orders heightened patrols after armed men attack Bakin Ruwa Checkpoint in Kebbi. Read the latest on Nigeria's border security response.
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
Gunmen abducted 14 passengers in Ngor Okpala, Imo State. A separate kidnap attack left a Lexus SUV destroyed. Watch the shocking videos and get the full details.
Bello Musa sentenced to death by hanging for poisoning Shamsiyya Usman in a Birnin Kebbi hotel. Court convicts on charges of homicide, conspiracy, and cheating. Read the full details.
A 25-year-old mother has been arrested in Kebbi State for allegedly kidnapping her own son and demanding a N5 million ransom from the father. The 4-year-old boy was rescued unharmed.