TROOPS of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/ Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with troops of Operation Safe Haven, have neutralized two bandits and recovered about 1,000 cattle in Taraba State and neighbouring Plateau State. Acting on credible intelligence, troops responded swiftly to a report of armed bandits mounted on approximately 30 motorcycles who had crossed from Plateau State into Taraba State. The criminal elements launched a cattle rustling operation targeting a Fulani settlement near Jebjeb Village in Karim Lamido Local Government Area (LGA) of Taraba State. The operation code-named Operation Lafiya Jama’a is billed to reinforce the fight…
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MINISTER of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has explained the reason behind the dispute between him and Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state and his Deputy, Muhammad Auwal Jatau. On April 19, the minister was among dignitaries who accompanied Vice-President Kashim Shettima to Bauchi. Hours later, reports alleged that Jatau dished a slap on Tuggar in a bus conveying dignitaries from Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa international airport to the emir of Bauchi’s palace. The reports claimed the slap occurred after the minister made disparaging comments about the governor. The Deputy Governor denied the claims. In an interview with BBC Hausa, the…
AT least 300 houses were destroyed, and properties worth millions of Naira were lost following a heavy windstorm and downpour in some communities in Katsina State. The incident, which lasted for about fifteen minutes on Wednesday evening after Asr prayers, saw roofs and rafters flying through the sky. Among the areas affected are Sabuwar Unguwar Modoji Gabas, Shinkafi, and Kukar-Gesa areas as well as Ambassador Quarters and some parts of Jibia Local Government Area (LGA) among others. Many residents, including a newlywed couple, were rendered homeless following the havoc. Some of the victims described the incident as a test from…
THE Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has expressed regret that, despite the state’s abundant deposits of solid minerals, it is currently not generating any revenue from them. However, he noted that the Federal Government’s lifting of the ban on solid minerals had given him the opportunity to engage with investors who could help develop the sector and boost the state’s revenue. “I am happy now that the Federal Government has lifted the ban on solid minerals, and if you follow the trend, just last month we had a meeting with some private sector that has investment in Zamfara State,”…
THE National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, on Friday said the Senators from Kebbi State, elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, were set to decamp to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC. Ganduje said this while addressing State House Correspondents after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Friday. The APC chairman led Dr Nasir Idris, the Gov. Nasir Idris of Kebbi and Senators Adamu Aliero, Yahaya Abdullahi and Garba Maidoki to the meeting with Tinubu. He said a lot of discussions went underground between the major…
ARMED men suspected to be bandits launched a deadly attack on Sunday night, killing several vigilante members and civilians in a coordinated assault on three villages in Gwana District, Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State. This newspaper gathered that the affected communities; Mansur, Digare, Sabuwar Sara, and Yalo were ambushed while residents were asleep. Most of the victims were members of local vigilante groups from Gwana and Duguri Districts, who had been safeguarding their communities from repeated attacks along the volatile borders of Gombe, Plateau, and Taraba States. Sources reported that the assailants, heavily armed and ruthless, opened fire…
THE All Progressives Congress (APC) and the members of the parallel Zamfara State House of Assembly under the factional Speaker, Bashar Aliyu Gummi have rejected and condemned what they described as a politically motivated court order for the arrest of nine lawmakers. In separate statements issued on Sunday in Gusau, the APC and the factional assembly accused the state government of weaponising the judiciary to intimidate elected representatives for performing their legislative duties and questioning perceived lapses in the executive arm. According to Yusuf Idris, the APC Publicity Secretary in Zamfara State, the Chief Magistrate Court presided over by Justice…
ALHAJI Aminu Alkali, Deputy governor of Taraba State, has returned to Jalingo, the state capital, after an absence of about four months (126 days). This newspaper gathered that the Deputy governor arrived at Danbaba Suntai Airport, Jalingo, in a chartered Aircraft at 1.40pm. There were no newsmen at the airport at the time of his arrival because journalists were not informed ahead. The Deputy governor, it was gathered was initially flown to Abuja for treatment for undisclosed illness and later flown to Egypt for intensive medical treatment. “We were told that the Deputy governor is back in Jalingo but nobody…
GOMBE State Governor and Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has felicitated with journalists in Gombe State and beyond as they join their counterparts globally to commemorate the 2025 World Press Freedom Day, today. In a message to mark the occasion, Governor Inuwa Yahaya lauded media professionals for their commitment to truth, transparency, and public enlightenment, describing them as indispensable partners in the democratic process. He noted that the theme for this year’s celebration, “Reporting in the Brave New World: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom and the Media,” is particularly relevant as…
Troops of 1 Brigade have killed five notorious bandit leaders in the Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The spokesman of 1 Brigade, Captain Suleiman Omale, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. He said the operation was carried out on May 1 after troops on fighting patrol encountered a large number of armed terrorists who had infiltrated Mai Kwanugga village. “The terrorists had been attacking locals and setting houses ablaze before the arrival of troops. Upon contact, the troops decisively engaged the criminals in a fierce gun duel, successfully neutralising terrorists, including five notorious bandit leaders identified…
THE governors of the North-East region, including Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba, and Yobe states, have agreed to collaborate with the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education (NCAOOSCE) by providing office space in each state. This is the outcome of the communique read by the Governor of Taraba State, Agbu Kefas, at the end of the North-East Governors’ Forum meeting held in Damaturu, the Yobe State capital on Thursday, where the forum also pledged to support the enrolment of Almajiri and Out-of-children into formal school. “Forum resolved to work closely with the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School…
GOVERNOR Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has felicitated with the industrious workforce of Gombe State on the occasion of the 2025 International Workers’ Day, commending their resilience and contributions to the progress and development of the state. In a goodwill message to mark the celebration, Governor Inuwa Yahaya described workers as the engine room of governance and indispensable partners in the administration’s quest to build a better Gombe. “Today, I salute the courage, commitment, and industry of our workers. Your efforts continue to drive the transformation of our dear state, and for that, we are truly grateful,” the Governor said. He…
THE Governing Council of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has dismissed a senior lecturer, Dr. Usman Mohammed Aliyu, from the service of the institution following findings of sexual harassment involving a student. According to the ATBU HERALD, a Special Bulletin released on April 22, 2025, the dismissal was approved during the Council’s 96th regular meeting held on Friday, April 11, 2025. The decision was based on the recommendation of the Senior Staff Disciplinary Committee which found Dr. Aliyu guilty of misconduct after a thorough investigation. The dismissal letter, signed by the Senior Deputy Registrar of the Senior Staff Establishment,…
GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, earlier today, joined fellow governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for a meeting in Abuja. The Progressives Governors Forum meeting, which was chaired by PGF Chairman and Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, discussed issues concerning the welfare of the party and national development. Speaking to the press after the closed-door session, Governor Uzodinma stated that members reaffirmed their collective support for the policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and strengthening the unity and progress of the APC. “We discussed issues bordering on the well-being of our great…
GOVERNOR Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON has paid a condolence visit to Billiri Local Government Area to commiserate with the people and families of victims who lost their lives in a tragic accident during an Easter procession. The fatal incident claimed the lives of five persons and left several others injured. Speaking at the palace of the Mai Tangle, Dr. Danladi Sanusi Maiyamba, Governor Inuwa Yahaya expressed heartfelt sympathies on behalf of the government and people of Gombe State. He described the incident as deeply saddening and prayed for the repose of the souls of the departed and speedy recovery for…
OPERATIVES of the Bauchi State Police Command have arrested a 40-year-old resident of Tashan-Jama’are, Fatima Ibrahim for allegedly raping a 12-year-old boy (name withheld). Fatima had employed Yakubu to be her assistant in selling danwanke, a local food, in Tashan-Jama’are, Azarekatagum local government area of Bauchi State. Also, the victim, who is also an Arabic pupil, was reportedly housed at the defendant’s residence, where he was subjected to inappropriate conduct over two months. Spokesperson of Bauchi Police Command, CSP Ahmed Wakil confirmed this to reporters in Bauchi on Tuesday. “During an interview, the victim described how the defendant, who he…
– Orders Proper Investigation, Arraignment Of Culprit GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Tuesday convened an emergency Security Council meeting over the recent tragic incident that occurred during an Easter procession in Billiri, Gombe State, which resulted in the loss of lives and injuries to many. Addressing pressmen shortly after the meeting, the Gombe State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Zubair Mohammed Umar, disclosed that the meeting was necessary for the government to take decisive action on the incident and implement measures to prevent future occurrences. He stated that the Council noted with deep concern, the…
THE Governor of Zamfara, Dauda Lawal, and his predecessor, Bello Matawalle, have traded words over the security challenges and other socio-economic ills bedeviling the state. Specifically, the face-off between Lawal and Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, was ignited during a television interview when Governor Lawal indicted his predecessor over his stewardship in the state. Addressing Journalists in Kaduna, former commissioner of information under Matawalle, Ibrahim Dosara, accused Lawal of allegedly being responsible for the unending security challenges and socio-economic maladies facing the people. Dosara said that Lawal should be blamed for the socio-economic problems facing the people of…
GOVERNOR Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has expressed deep sorrow and concern over the tragic incident that occurred during an Easter procession in Billiri, Gombe State, which resulted in the loss of five lives and injuries to many others. The unfortunate incident reportedly occurred when a trailer truck transporting grains from Adamawa State to Gombe suffered brake failure and lost control, veering into a group of Christian faithful who were participating in a religious procession to mark the Easter celebration. Reacting to the tragedy, Governor Inuwa Yahaya described the incident as heartbreaking and regrettable. “This is a dark and painful moment…
FOUR workers have died during a routine maintenance operation at the Gubi Dam Water Treatment Plant in Bauchi. The tragic accident happened around 5 pm on Saturday when they were carrying out a sludge cleaning exercise in the plant’s tunnel. In a statement, the Bauchi State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Ahmed Wakil, explained that: “The sludge cleaning operation commenced around 12:00 hours. During the procedure, the staff members entered the clarifier to dislodge pit pipes but were tragically overcome and subsequently retrieved unconscious. Despite immediate medical interventions, they were pronounced dead at the Specialist Hospital, Bauchi.” The deceased have…