PANIC has engulfed Bazar community and several surrounding villages in Yabo Local Government Area of Sokoto State following a fresh demand by suspected bandits for the payment of a ₦15 million levy, with threats of violent attacks should residents fail to comply. Residents say the bandits warned that non-payment would lead to the destruction of farmlands, seizure of harvested crops and possible killings, placing thousands of households in fear at the peak of the farming season. A resident, Dauda Umar, who spoke to News Point Nigeria, confirmed the development, saying community members are in a state of anxiety after receiving…
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GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Saturday, led a host of dignitaries, family members, and thousand of sympathizers to the funeral prayer ( Janazah) of the late Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Col. Abdullahi Bello (Rtd), who died in a tragic motor accident along the Malam Sidi-Gombe road. The Janazah which took place at the Emir’s Palace, Gombe, drew a huge crowd of mourners from all walks of life who came to pay their final respects to a man described by many as a patriot, humble and committed public servant. Governor Inuwa Yahaya, who suspended his…
THE Gombe State Government has announced the death of the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Col. Abdullahi Bello (rtd), who died in a ghastly motor accident along the Malam Sidi–Gombe road on Friday. The late commissioner was traveling back from Maiduguri, Borno State, after attending the North East Regional Consultation on the Development of a National Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) programme, when the accident occurred. His police orderly, Sergeant Adamu Hussaini, also lost his life in the crash, while the driver survived with injuries and is currently receiving treatment. In a statement signed sent to News Point…
THE administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has distinguished itself as a model of peace and stability, built on inclusive governance and proactive security management that continue to make Gombe State one of the safest and most stable in the North-East. The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Zubair Muhammad Umar, stated this during the North East Regional Consultation on the Development of a National Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) Framework, held in Maiduguri, Borno State. The two-day consultation, themed “Breaking the Circle of Violence and Creating Pathways for Peace and Sustainable Reintegration,” was convened as part of the Federal Government’s…
THE Gombe State Chapter of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has commended Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, for his unprecedented investment in the judiciary, describing it as a “historic turnaround” in the state’s judicial infrastructure. The commendation followed an inspection visit by the NBA executive council to the ongoing multi-billion-naira Gombe State High Court Complex and the newly completed Sharia Court of Appeal in Gombe. Speaking during the visit, the NBA Chairman, Alhassan Mu’azu, expressed delight over the quality and scale of the ongoing project of Gombe State High Court Complex, noting that upon completion, the facility will significantly enhance…
THE All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), particularly in Adamawa State, to reconsider their allegiance and return to the ruling party, accusing former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir David Lawal, of promoting division and disunity within the ADC. The appeal was made in a statement titled “Notice of Advice and Extended Invitation” and signed by Dr. Umar D. Duhu, the Pioneer National Vice Chairman (North East) of the APC sent to News Point Nigeria. Duhu said the call became necessary following what he described as “the destructive and…
THE Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has Tuesday signed into law two key bills that significantly alter the traditional governance structure of the state. News Point Nigeria reports that the newly signed laws are the 2025 Bauchi State Chieftaincy (Appointment and Deposition) Law and the Zaar Chiefdom Law, 2025, paving the way for the creation of 13 additional Emirates and one Chiefdom. While assenting to the bills, Governor Mohammed cautioned against any attempts to politicize or sabotage the new laws, stating: “This administration will not tolerate any attempt to undermine, obstruct, or politicize the implementation of these laws. Any…
THE Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on the Federal Government to urgently introduce effective regulatory measures to curb the rising spread of fake news on social media platforms, warning that the menace poses a grave threat to Nigeria’s unity and peace. News Point Nigeria reports that speaking at the Northern Traditional Rulers Council General Assembly held on Tuesday in Birnin Kebbi, the revered monarch lamented that misinformation has become a major destabilising force in the country, often inciting public tension and deepening divisions among citizens. According…
THE Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has rejoiced with former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (Rtd), on the occasion of his 91st birthday. Governor Inuwa Yahaya, on behalf of his colleagues in the NSGF, described General Gowon as an iconic statesman, nation builder and symbol of unity, whose visionary leadership helped shape the course of Nigeria’s history. He lauded the former Head of State’s enduring contributions to peacebuilding and national cohesion, noting that his life remains a shining example of patriotism, humility and selfless service. “General Gowon’s…
THE Gombe State Government has finalized arrangements with Rano Air Limited for the commencement of scheduled commercial flight operations between Abuja and Gombe. This followed a meeting between Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, and top management officials of the airline at the Governor’s Lodge in Abuja, where both parties concluded plans to begin the service. To formalize the partnership, an official Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed, with the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, signing on behalf of the Gombe State Government, while the General Manager (Operations) of Rano Air, Mr. Abah Godwin, signed for the…
FIVE policemen have been killed and one declared missing after armed bandits ambushed a police patrol team on Thursday in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. A resident of Tsafe, who spoke to News Point Nigeria on condition of anonymity for security reasons, said the police team was carrying out its daily patrol when armed bandits suddenly opened fire on them. According to the source, the bodies of five police personnel were later recovered from the scene, while one officer remains missing as security operatives continue to comb the area. The remains of the slain policemen were taken to…
GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has approved the appointment of Dr. Lawan Bala as Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health. Until his elevation, Dr. Lawan Bala served as the Executive Secretary of the Gombe State Hospital Management Services Board, where he made remarkable contributions toward repositioning secondary healthcare delivery across the state. The Head of Civil Service, Alhaji Ahmed Kasimu Abdullahi, who conveyed the Governor’s approval, explained that the decision forms part of the administration’s ongoing efforts to consolidate the gains recorded in the health sector, particularly following the successful hosting of the Maiden Gombe State Health Summit. He…
GOVERNOR Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has approved an over 100 percent increase in scholarship allowances for students of Gombe State origin across all categories of study. This approval, conveyed by the Commissioner for Higher Education, Muhammad Shettima Gadam, is in line with the Governor’s earlier promise of a significant increment and timely payment of scholarship allowances. It is also the first comprehensive review of scholarship payments in Gombe State since 2005. Under the new arrangement, the Governor has expanded the scope of beneficiaries to cover post graduate students, thereby accommodating a broader spectrum of learners within and outside the state.…
THE senator representing Bauchi North, Samaila Kaila, has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC). News Point Nigeria reports that this was announced by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, during plenary on Tuesday. Akpabio read a letter from the lawmaker who cited internal crisis within the PDP as the reason for his defection. According to the letter, the challenges had “gravely constrained” his ability to serve his constituents effectively. “The Peoples Democratic Party have gravely constrained my ability to discharge my constitutional responsibilities effectively and in good conscience,” the letter reads. “As one deeply committed…
THE Governor of Bauchi State and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, Senator Bala Mohammed, has said the party will replace its defecting governors and members with stronger, more loyal, and better individuals ahead of the 2027 general elections. News Point Nigeria reports that Mohammed stated this on Saturday in Abuja while speaking with journalists on the party’s preparedness for its elective national convention scheduled to hold in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16. The governor, who also heads the publicity sub-committee for the convention, admitted that the spate of defections by some PDP governors…
A TRAGIC confrontation between operatives of the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Police Force has left a police constable dead in Bauchi State, sparking outrage and a full-scale investigation by security authorities. The deceased officer, Constable Ukasha Muhammed (F/No 533164), was reportedly shot dead by soldiers following a violent altercation at a checkpoint in the Bayan Gari area of Bauchi metropolis on Friday, October 10, 2025. The Bauchi State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Saturday by its Public Relations Officer, SP Ahmed Wakil, who described the event as “deeply regrettable and utterly condemnable.” According to…
IN a show of compassion and commitment to his people, the Honourable Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., has donated emergency medical supplies worth millions of naira to his constituents in Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, to help curb the recent cholera outbreak affecting several communities in the area. News Point Nigeria reports that the intervention, which was warmly received by the state govt officials and stakeholders, aims to bolster the response efforts of local health authorities in tackling the fast-spreading disease. Speaking during the presentation of the medical items, the Chairman of Goronyo Local…
GOVERNOR Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has directed the recall of students of the College of Health Sciences and Technology, Jega, who were suspended following the 2024 student riot that led to the closure of the institution. News Point Nigeria reports that the Provost of the college, Hussaini Aliyu, made this known during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi on Friday. According to the Provost, the Governor has also approved the sum of ₦60 million for the accreditation of eight academic programs by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). The lack of accreditation was a major factor that triggered…
THE Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Sokoto State Council, has showered praise on the Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., for his steadfast commitment to the growth of journalism and promotion of transparency in governance. News Point Nigeria report that the commendation was made on Thursday by the State Chairman of the NUJ, Comrade Usman Muhammadu Binji, during a one-day capacity-building workshop for journalists held in Sokoto, with the theme “Investigative Journalism in the Digital Era.” Binji described the Minister’s sponsorship of 20 practicing journalists for the training as a clear demonstration of his belief in the…
THE Zamfara State Government has confirmed that 179 people have lost their lives following a cholera outbreak that has affected 12,052 residents across the state’s 14 local government areas. Despite the grim toll, officials say the state’s fatality rate of 1.4% remains significantly lower than the national average of 3.3%, reflecting improved disease control measures. News Point Nigeria reports that the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Malam Abubakar Nakwada, made this known during a strategic review meeting with the State Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC), led by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Nafisa Muhammad Maradun, to assess the…