Borno Speaker Protests Shettima's Omission at APC Event
Borno State House of Assembly Speaker Abdulkarim Lawan protested the exclusion of VP Shettima's picture from an APC banner in Maiduguri, calling it unfair. Read the full story.
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NEDC Boosts Eye Care with Training for Doctors, Nurses
The North East Development Commission trains ophthalmic professionals in Maiduguri to strengthen eye care and tackle avoidable blindness in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states. Read more.
Protesters Block Finance Minister, Gunshot Heard in Abuja
Tensions erupted at Nigeria's Finance Ministry as unpaid contractors blocked the minister. A gunshot was fired during the protest over N1.5 trillion debt. Read the full details.
Police Explain Arrest of 52 Suspects in Edo Protest
IGP Kayode Egbetokun states 52 individuals were arrested in Ekpoma for vandalism and looting, not for peaceful demonstration against kidnapping. Get the full details.
ADC Condemns Attack on Committee Inauguration in Borno
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned a violent attack on its Transition Committee inauguration in Maiduguri, calling it an assault on democracy. Read the full statement.
Borno Police Arrest 8, Recover Illicit Drugs in Maiduguri
Borno State Police Command has arrested eight suspects and recovered a large cache of illicit drugs in Maiduguri. Read the full details of the operation and the police commissioner's warning.
Senator Slams Detention of 52 AAU Students for Protesting
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan demands the release of 52 Ambrose Alli University students arrested during a protest against kidnappings in Edo State. She warns against criminalizing youth voices.
Five Dead in Borno State Fence Collapse Tragedy
A fence collapse in Bintu Sugar, Borno State, has killed five people and injured one. Police confirm the incident and are investigating the cause. Read the full details.
5 Children Killed in Maiduguri Wall Collapse
A tragic wall collapse in Maiduguri's Bulumkutu community has claimed the lives of five children. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read the full report and safety warnings.
Fresh Ammunition Cache Found Near Maiduguri Railway
Nigerian troops discover another cache of 12.7mm ammunition hidden near a railway in Maiduguri's Kumshe area, close to former Boko Haram strongholds. Read the latest security update.
AAU: Protesters Are Not Our Registered Students
Ambrose Alli University disowns individuals behind protest against incessant kidnappings in Ekpoma. Management says demonstrators are not registered students. Read the full statement.
Five Children Killed in Borno Fence Collapse
A tragic fence collapse in Maiduguri's Bulumkutu area has claimed the lives of five children. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read more for details and safety warnings.
9 Soldiers Dead in Borno IED Explosion
Nine Nigerian soldiers feared dead after Boko Haram IED blast on Maiduguri-Gubio road. Details of the Sunday attack and ongoing terror threats in the Lake Chad region.
Police Recover 912 Rounds of Ammunition in Maiduguri
Borno State Police Command recovers a large cache of ammunition in Kumshe Jamba Mari, Maiduguri. Read how intelligence-led operations are enhancing security in the state.
Arrested Boko Haram Coordinator Was a Primary School Teacher
A Borno engineer identified his former teacher as the key coordinator of a suicide bombing network arrested by the army. Discover the shocking revelations from the investigation.
NANS to Protest New Tax Laws on January 14
Nigerian students plan nationwide protests on January 14, 2026, against new tax laws. The action follows court rulings and unresolved discrepancies in the gazetted legislation.
Boko Haram Bomber Paid N100k for Maiduguri Attack
A captured Boko Haram suicide bomber reveals he was paid N100,000 to bomb worshippers in Maiduguri, detailing the chilling Gamboru Market Mosque attack. Read the full confession.
NANS to Protest Tax Law, Demands FIRS Chair's Removal
Nigerian students demand FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji's removal over tax reforms, plan a national protest on January 14, 2026. Read the full story.
Army Arrests 2 Suicide Bombers Linked to Maiduguri Mosque Attack
Nigerian troops arrest two suspected suicide bombers in Borno and Yobe, disrupting terror logistics and revealing a plot involving 6 bombers. Read the full details of the operation.
Borno exports $0.8m shoes, develops industrial hub
Borno State boosts economy with $800k leather exports and launches a new industrial hub with a dry port. Governor Zulum presents N890.33bn budget for 2026. Read more.
7 Wedding Travelers Die in Gombe Road Accident
A fatal motor accident on the Damaturu-Maiduguri highway has killed seven people from Lawanti village, Gombe State, who were traveling to a wedding. Governor Yahaya mourns the devastating loss.
7 Wedding Travelers Die in Gombe Road Accident
A tragic motor accident on the Damaturu-Maiduguri highway claims 7 lives from Lawanti village, Gombe State. Governor Yahaya offers condolences. Read the full report.
Borno Mosque Bomb Blast Kills 5, Minister Calls it Barbaric
Transport Minister Senator Said Ahmed Alkali condemns the 'barbaric' bomb blast at Al Adum Jummuat Mosque in Maiduguri, which killed 5 and injured 35. Read his call for unity against terrorism.
Shettima, Northern Senators React to Maiduguri Bombing
VP Kashim Shettima assures Borno residents of govt's resolve to end insecurity after Gamboru Market blast. Northern Senators Forum condoles with victims. Read more.
Shettima promises end to violence after Maiduguri blast
VP Kashim Shettima visits Maiduguri blast victims, pledges government's unwavering resolve to end insecurity. 14 admitted, 1 dead. Read the full report.
Shettima visits Borno mosque blast victims, reassures Nigerians
Vice President Kashim Shettima visited survivors of the Gamboru Market Mosque bomb blast in Maiduguri, conveying President Tinubu's sympathy and reaffirming the government's resolve to protect citizens.
US Airstrikes Hit ISIS in Nigeria, Trump Claims Responsibility
President Trump announces deadly US airstrikes against ISIS in Northwest Nigeria, wishing 'dead terrorists' a Merry Christmas. Nigerian government confirms joint security operation. Read the full details.
Boko Haram Behind Maiduguri Mosque Bomb Blast - Army
Nigerian Army confirms Boko Haram suicide bomber attacked a Maiduguri mosque during prayers, killing 5 and injuring 35. Security intensified. Report suspicious activity.
Suicide Bomber Suspected in Deadly Maiduguri Mosque Attack
A suspected suicide bomber attacked a crowded mosque in Maiduguri on Christmas Eve, killing 5 and injuring 35. Police have deployed to public places. Read the latest on the security situation.
Suicide Bomber Hits Maiduguri Mosque, Army Confirms Casualties
The Nigerian Army confirms a suicide bomber attack at a Maiduguri mosque, resulting in 2 fatalities and 32 injuries. Security has been heightened across the city. Read the full report.
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