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.
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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.
Ukraine: Too Early for Russian Athletes at Olympics
Ukraine's Sports Minister says it's too early for Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their flags at the Winter Olympics. Read why justice must come first.
Lagos Intensifies Preparations for Enugu 2026 Sports Fest
Lagos State athletes train rigorously at Teslim Balogun Stadium ahead of Enugu 2026 National Sports Festival. Coaches reveal strategic plans to secure top-three finish and reclaim state's sports dominance.
Nadal Advises Barcelona Teen Star Lamine Yamal
Tennis legend Rafael Nadal offers crucial guidance to Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal about staying grounded amid fame. Learn the tennis star's wisdom for young athletes.
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.
Agbokim Marathon cancelled, vendors and athletes lament
Cross River Governor Bassey Otu cancels the 2025 Agbokim Green Marathon 48 hours before start, citing security. Vendors and athletes express frustration over financial and psychological toll.
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.
2025 GCU Relays: Teen Stars Chase Glory Saturday
Over 60 medals are at stake as young athletes compete at the 2025 GCU Relays this Saturday. Discover the next generation of Nigerian track stars at this major intercollegiate event.
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.
LSSTF Donates Sports Equipment to 644 Lagos Schools
Lagos State Sports Trust Fund empowers next-generation athletes through equipment donations to 644 secondary schools. Discover how LSSTF is transforming youth sports in Nigeria.
Tinubu, SW Govs, Sultan for MUSWEN Assembly in Osun
President Tinubu, Southwest governors, and Sultan of Sokoto to attend MUSWEN's 10th General Assembly in Osun State. Event focuses on Nigeria's economy and addresses US religious freedom designation.
Footballers Lead Call for UEFA to Ban Israel
Premier League stars join 70+ sportspeople demanding UEFA suspend Israel from international football over Gaza conflict. Athletes 4 Peace challenges UEFA's inaction.
Pregnant Woman Among 5 Killed in Sokoto Bandit Attack
Suspected bandits killed five people, including a pregnant woman, in Alkalije village, Sokoto State. Community leaders appeal for permanent security outpost to stop cross-border attacks. #Security #Sokoto
Ezekiel Dachomo Addresses Bounty Threats After Missing Rumors
Nigerian preacher Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo breaks silence on disappearance claims, reveals bounty on his head and spiritual attacks. Read his powerful response.
Shehu Shagari's Last Surviving Wife Dies at 89
Hajiya Sutura Shagari, the final surviving widow of Nigeria's former President Shehu Shagari, has passed away at 89. Discover her legacy and funeral details.
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