Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law. This move gives legal force to the budget that will guide the state’s spending in the 2026 fiscal year.
The ceremony took place on Tuesday at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi. The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Usman Muhammad-Zuru, formally handed the approved bill to the governor. Soon…
Amid escalating security challenges across Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Emmanuel Macron spoke on Sunday in a bid to strengthen international cooperation and tackle the unfolding security crisis. The call came at a time when a U.S. delegation including the American ambassador to Nigeria and other senior officials met with Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, in Abuja to begin a…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has won a significant victory in its efforts to end school kidnappings after securing the release of 100 schoolchildren abducted from St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State. The development marks the first major breakthrough since the mass abduction on November 21, 2025.
In the early…
Sokoto Approves ₦1.8 Billion for HIV/AIDS Kits, Drugs and Hospital UpgradesThe government of Sokoto State has approved ₦1.8 billion to strengthen efforts against HIV/AIDS and improve health facilities across the state. The approval covers procurement of HIV test kits, antiretroviral and other essential drugs, as well as renovation of six additional hospitals.
Big Boost for HIV…
The Sokoto State Police Command successfully extended its operations beyond state borders with a cross-border mission in Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State. On Wednesday, December 3, 2025, a Strike Force team targeted a criminal syndicate involved in motorcycle theft, handling stolen property, and criminal conspiracy.
The operation began around 5:00 PM after police received…
The Sokoto State Police Command has intensified efforts against criminal networks with a major operation in Tangaza Local Government Area. On Wednesday, December 3, 2025, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) carried out an intelligence-driven mission that struck at the financial backbone of a notorious bandit group.
The police received credible information…
On Thursday in Abuja, Bola Ahmed Tinubu welcomed Letters of Credence from 17 newly appointed ambassadors and four high commissioners during a ceremony at the Council Chamber of the State House. The diplomatic gesture was hailed as a signal of Nigeria’s renewed commitment to deepen bilateral ties and reinforce global cooperation.
Tinubu addressed the trio of long-standing friendship…
The recently sworn-in Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has assured that the renewed security strategies of the Federal Government will soon yield visible results across Nigeria. The assurance was given just after the minister’s swearing-in at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, following confirmation by the Senate.
It was indicated that the immediate priority will be the…
A faction of the PDP connected to Nyesom Wike has officially confirmed that 18 senior party members have been expelled. The announcement was made by its National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu.
The confirmed list includes sitting governors: Seyi Makinde (Oyo State), Bala Mohammed (Bauchi State), and Dauda Lawal (Zamfara State). Also expelled are veteran party figures and former National Officers…
The Senate has confirmed the appointment of former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence following an extensive screening session that lasted several hours. His confirmation came shortly after his nomination was forwarded by the President to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of the former minister on health grounds.
During the…