Author: Sani Nura

SECURITY operatives have successfully neutralised an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by suspected terrorists along the Danjibga-Kuncin Kalgo axis in the Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The operation was carried out by a combined force of the Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal-Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (EOD–CBRN) Unit, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, and the Military EOD, with heavy security backup from the Zamfara State Police Command. In a statement sent to News Point Nigeria on Saturday, the spokesman of the police command, Yazid Abubakar, said the operation, which took place on Friday, was led by SP Abdulrazak Musa Hassan. He…

THE Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has strongly condemned the recent spate of violent attacks and killings in parts of Kwara, Katsina and Benue States, describing them as barbaric, senseless and a direct assault on the collective conscience of the nation. The condemnation follows deadly attacks on Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, where suspected terrorists struck on Tuesday night; the killing of at least 20 persons in Doma A and Doma B communities of Tafoki Ward, Faskari Local Government Area of…

THE Gombe State Government has taken a decisive step toward modernizing its livestock sector with the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Livestock Innovation Corporation (LIC) of New Zealand. The partnership is aimed at boosting productivity, strengthening climate resilienceand unlocking new economic opportunities across the entire livestock value chain. The MoU followed a two-day technical working visit by a high-level Gombe State delegation led by the Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, to LIC’s innovation facilities in Hamilton, New Zealand. Under the MoU, both parties will collaborate on the development of modern data and technology systems for…

THE Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned a former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami and his son, Abdulaziz on a five-count charge bordering on alleged terrorism and illegal firearms possession. News Point Nigeria reports that the charge filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, Malami is also accused of refusing to prosecute suspected terrorism financiers, whose case files were handed to him while he served as the AGF and Minister of Justice. Malami and Abdulaziz are equally accused of warehousing firearms in their residence at Gesse Phase II Area, Birain Kebbi LGA, Kebbi State without…

PRESIDENT Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) automatically assume leadership of the party in their respective states, reaffirming the party’s structure amid growing waves of political defections. News Point Nigeria reports that Tinubu made the declaration on Saturday during the official reception of Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, into the APC, held in Jalingo, the state capital. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the President announced that by virtue of his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC, Governor Kefas has formally assumed leadership of the…

CONTROVERSY has continued to trail the disappearance of an All Progressives Congress (APC) social media influencer and Tinubu/Shettima campaign youth leader in Zamfara State, Bashir Isah Gusau, with sharply conflicting accounts emerging over whether he was abducted by gunmen or allegedly picked up by security operatives linked to the state government. Gusau, a prominent youth mobiliser and online influencer for the ruling APC in Zamfara, was reported missing on Wednesday night under circumstances that have since sparked political tension and public concern across the state. In a statement issued to News Point Nigeria, the Zamfara State chapter of the APC…

THE Zamfara State Police Command has intercepted a vehicle conveying 954 explosive materials suspected to have been destined for bandits operating in parts of the state, marking a major breakthrough in ongoing efforts to disrupt criminal logistics networks. News Point Nigeria reports that the interception was confirmed on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Yazid Abubakar, who disclosed that the driver of the vehicle, identified as Mustapha Mohammad, had been arrested. According to Abubakar, the operation was carried out by operatives of the Task Force on Illegal Mining, acting on credible and actionable intelligence regarding…

AT least three police officers were killed and two others sustained various injuries in an ambush launched by suspected armed bandits in Katsina State. News Point Nigeria reports that those killed are ASP Abubakar Ibrahim, Insp Umar Ahmad, and Sgt Khailani Kabir, while the wounded officers are Cpl Abdul’aziz Sani and Cpl Daniel Japhet. The incident occurred on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at about 12:44 p.m., when the police team was on a routine anti-crime patrol along Guga Village in Bakori Local Government Area of the state. Security sources said the attack happened when the officers were on a mission…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has been conferred with an honorary Doctorate Degree by Lincoln University College, Malaysia, in recognition of his exemplary leadership, far-reaching developmental reforms and enduring impact on society. News Point Nigeria reports that the prestigious honour was bestowed on the Governor during the 18th Convocation Ceremony of the university, held on Monday, January 26, 2026, in Selangor, Malaysia. Governor Inuwa Yahaya, in his acceptance speech, described the honour as a validation of common ideals rooted in knowledge, service and the power of cross- border partnership. Drawing parallels between Nigeria and Malaysia, the Governor reflected…

ABUBAKAR acknowledged APC leaders across different levels of the party structure in the state and said he was optimistic about his political journey within the party. News Point Nigeria reports that Abubakar completed his registration on Monday at the Gwadabawa Ward in Yola North Local Government Area. Speaking after the exercise, he expressed appreciation to party leaders and supporters who welcomed him. “All you can see is that these people have come out to support me, and I am very thankful,” he said. “I want to thank the APC members, the leaders in the state exco, the women leaders, the…

FURTHER consolidating its fiscal momentum for growth and development, the Gombe State Government under the leadership of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has recorded a historic leap in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), growing collections from 6.8 billion naira to an all-time high of about 40.8 billion naira in 2025, representing nearly a 500 percent increase within six years. The landmark IGR surge nearly doubled the 20.7 billion naira recorded in 2024 and exceeded the 2025 revenue target of nearly 25.7 billion naira by 158%, underscoring the state’s rapidly improving fiscal performance. Revealing the figures, the Chairman of the Gombe State…

GOVERNOR Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has approved the constitution of a high-powered Steering Committee for the Gombe State Technology and Innovation Hub (GOTECH-HUB) aimed at deepening innovation, enterprise development and economic diversification in the state. The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, who conveyed the Governor’s approval, said the Steering Committee is charged with providing strategic direction, policy guidance and oversight for the establishment and operationalization of the Innovation Hub. He explained that the committee will also ensure the Hub delivers measurable impact, attracts strategic partnerships and supports young innovators, entrepreneurs and start-ups across Gombe State. The…

AT least five soldiers and one police officer were killed on Monday after troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, the Joint Task Force for the North-West, were ambushed by terrorists along the Bingi–Kekun Waje–Gusau Road in Zamfara State. News Point Nigeria reports that the deadly attack occurred as the troops were returning from a series of coordinated offensive operations carried out between January 17 and 19 in Birnin Magaji and Anka local government areas, where security forces had recorded significant successes against terrorist elements operating in the state. Confirming the incident in a statement issued on Tuesday via the operation’s official…

THE Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has called for collective and decisive action to address the deepening crisis of inequitable access to quality basic education in Northern Nigeria, warning that the future of the region is at stake if bold steps are not taken. Governor Inuwa Yahaya made the call while delivering his address as Chairman of the Occasion at the 12th Annual Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Lecture on Leadership and Good Governance, held in Dutse, Jigawa State. The lecture was themed “Equitable Access to Quality Basic Education…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, earlier today, met with the management of Ashaka Cement Plc, led by its Managing Director, Ibrahim Aminu, to deepen the long-standing partnership between the State Government and the company. The meeting focused on strengthening synergy in key areas, including job creation for the teeming youth population, environmental stewardship, expansion of the state’s revenue base and sustained support for communities hosting the cement plant. During the engagement, the management of Ashaka Cement briefed the Governor on the recent change in ownership of the company, following acquisition by Huaxin Cement of China. The Managing Director…

THE Kebbi State Government has announced February 11 to 14 as the dates for the Argungu International Fishing Festival. News Point Nigeria reports that the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samaila Mera, disclosed this to journalists shortly after an expanded meeting with the State Festival Main Committee and the Emirate Local Organising Committee, held at the Deputy Governor’s Office on Friday. “The Argungu Fishing Festival started as a peace initiative between the Sokoto Caliphate jihadists and the Kanta Kingdom,” the Emir said. “Because of its historical significance, UNESCO later adopted the festival as an international cultural event.” He explained that following…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has approved the constitution of a high-powered committee to implement the White Paper Report on the Assessment of Grazing Reserves, Forest Reserves, Game Reserves, and Cattle Routes across the state. The Secretary to the State Governnent, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, who conveyed the Governor’s approval, explained that the committee comprises representatives from key security agencies, relevant ministries and departments, traditional institutions, farmers’ and harders’ associations, as well as technical and regulatory bodies. Retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Babaji Sunday has been appointed as Chairman of the Committee. Members are: Yusuf Madi,…

GOMBE State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has formally launched the All Progressives Congress (APC) digital membership registration and revalidation in the state, expressing confidence that the excercise will further strengthen the party’s dominance and position it for sustained electoral success. The Governor launched the exercise shortly after revalidating his own membership at the State Party Secretariat, where he was registered by the APC Registration Agent of his Jekadafari Ward, Ukasha Hussaini in the presence of the Ward Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Muhammad Dan Gombe and other officials . He described the digital registration and revalidation exercise as a landmark innovation…

THE Katsina State Police Command on Tuesday said it has arrested three suspects in connection with the illegal possession of a large cache of highly explosive materials in the State. News Point Nigeria reports that the items were intercepted in a Golf vehicle at Koza village in Daura Local Government Area of Katsina State. This success follows the directives of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, on enhanced vigilance and intelligence-led patrols, especially along highways. The Katsina Police Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Sadiq, said the police team, while on an intelligence-led stop and search on January 7th, 2026,…

SUSPECTED bandits have reportedly attacked a wedding convoy at Unguwar Nagunda Community in the Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing at least two people. News Point Nigeria reports that several others, including the bride, were badly injured. During the attack, which occurred on Sunday night, an unspecified number of wedding guests were said to have also been abducted. A security source said on Monday that residents reported heavy gunfire and widespread panic upon the arrival of the bandits in the community on Sunday night. “As of this morning, families are still trying to confirm how many people were…