By Buhari Abubakar Hussaini
The sale of rice, millet and maize at subsidised prices has been commenced across the 23 Local Government Areas of Sokoto State as part of measures being taken to cushion the impact of rising food prices on residents.
The programme was formally flagged off by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, on behalf of the Federal…
The Sokoto State Police Command says it has neutralised two suspected bandits, recovered two AK-47 rifles and 54 rounds of live ammunition, and arrested several suspects in separate operations against banditry and motorcycle theft across the state.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP…
By Buhari Abubakar Hussaini
Banditry has become “organic” in some affected communities, with certain residents benefiting from the criminal activities through the provision of information, food and other forms of support to bandits, the National Publicity Secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Prof. Tukur Muhammad Baba, has said.
Prof. Baba made the statement while presenting a…
The Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project in Sokoto State has applauded the media for its continuous role in promoting its programmes targeted at boosting girl-child education across the state.
The recognition came at the bi-annual AGILE Media Roundtable, convened to enhance cooperation between the project and media practitioners.
In his address, the State…
The Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML) arm of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has sealed off the premises of two companies in Sokoto State for failing to comply with anti–money laundering rules.
The firms, Iman Multi Structures Ltd and Daraja Motors, classified as Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs), were closed down on Monday…
The Sokoto State Police Command has announced that enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit will officially commence on October 2, 2025, following the expiration of a final grace period granted to the public.
In a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufai, the Command urged all vehicle owners with tinted glass to ensure they have completed the mandatory…
Fomer Governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal spent the weekend engaging in a series of activities that reflected his enduring commitment to friendship, compassion, and community development.
On Saturday, September 28, 2025, the former governor of Sokoto State attended the wedding Fatiha of Alhaji Nasiru Lamido, son of former Jigawa State Governor Alhaji Sule Lamido, and…
Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has urged the Sokoto State Government to partner with bodies such as the Sokoto Professional Network (SPN) to address the pervasive issue of youth unemployment.
Speaking through the District Head of Gagi, Alhaji Sani Jabbi, at a capacity‑building workshop organized by SPN under the theme “Public Speaking, Report Writing, and Presentation Skills,” the…
Medical students at Northwest University Sokoto (NWUS) were welcomed into their academic and professional journey on Friday as the institution held a one-day orientation programme to officially induct its latest cohort.
The event, held with the approval and support of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mukhtar Umar Bunza, reflected the university’s commitment to raising a new generation of competent…