Renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama has raised fresh concerns over escalating insecurity in Sokoto State, revealing that dreaded bandit warlord Bello Turji has been sighted in the region, where he is allegedly extorting villages.Makama, in a post on his official X handle, reported that a member of the Sokoto State House ofContinue reading "TERROR TAX: NOTORIOUS BANDIT BELLO TURJI RESURFACES IN SOKOTO, IMPOSES ₦25 MILLION LEVY ON VILLAGES"
Tragedy in Zamfara: NEMA Confirms Four Dead, 50 Injured as Market Explosion Sparks Panic
A devastating explosion rocked the Talata Mafara Central Market in Zamfara State on Tuesday, claiming at least four lives and leaving 50 others injured, according to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA).The tragic incident, which triggered widespread panic, also resulted in massive destruction of shops and stalls, leaving traders counting their losses. Confirming the fatalities,Continue reading "Tragedy in Zamfara: NEMA Confirms Four Dead, 50 Injured as Market Explosion Sparks Panic"
Army Chief Vows to Reward Gallant Troops, Strengthen Counter-Terrorism Onslaught
Renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama has revealed that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has pledged to reward officers and soldiers who demonstrate exceptional gallantry in counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations across the country.During an operational tour of the Nigerian Army’s 3 Brigade in Kano State and 17 Brigade inContinue reading "Army Chief Vows to Reward Gallant Troops, Strengthen Counter-Terrorism Onslaught"
Katsina Hisbah Bans Nightclubs, Orders Strict Enforcement to Uphold Moral Values
In a sweeping move to reinforce Islamic principles and societal morality, the Katsina State Hisbah Board has banned all nightclub activities across the state. The decision, announced on its official X handle by Sahara Reporters, underscores Hisbah’s commitment to curbing what it describes as immoral practices and security threats associated with nightlife.In a statement issuedContinue reading "Katsina Hisbah Bans Nightclubs, Orders Strict Enforcement to Uphold Moral Values"
Bird Flu Outbreak Strikes Plateau State: 300 Birds Dead as Authorities Rush to Contain Spread
A devastating outbreak of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, has hit Plateau State, killing at least 300 birds in a farm located in the Bassa Local Government Area. The alarming development was confirmed by the state’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Shase’et Sipak, who revealed that laboratory tests conducted by the National Veterinary ResearchContinue reading "Bird Flu Outbreak Strikes Plateau State: 300 Birds Dead as Authorities Rush to Contain Spread"
FG Confirms Nigeria Imports 25 Million Litres of Petrol Daily, Moves to Ban Oversized Tankers
The Federal Government has confirmed that Nigeria imports 25 million litres of petrol daily to meet its consumption demands, as the country's petrol consumption has now dropped to 50 million litres per day. According to the government, local refineries supply half of this daily requirement, while the remainder is sourced through importation.The revelation came onContinue reading "FG Confirms Nigeria Imports 25 Million Litres of Petrol Daily, Moves to Ban Oversized Tankers"
Zamfara Explosion: Ex-Governor Yari Pays Hospital Bills as NEMA Assesses Victims’ Plight
In the wake of the devastating explosion that rocked Zamfara State, former Governor Abdulaziz Yari has stepped forward to cover the medical expenses of victims receiving treatment in various hospitals. His intervention comes as the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) conducts an on-the-ground assessment of the affected individuals and communities.The explosion, which left several deadContinue reading "Zamfara Explosion: Ex-Governor Yari Pays Hospital Bills as NEMA Assesses Victims’ Plight"
Customs Agents Petition Presidency Over Cargo Tracking Note, Allege Extortion and Legal Violations
The National Council of Managing Directors of Licensed Customs Agents (NCMDLCA) has strongly opposed the proposed implementation of the International Cargo Tracking Note (ICTN), arguing that it lacks legal backing and serves no practical purpose.In a petition addressed to President Bola Tinubu, NCMDLCA President, Mr. Lucky Amiwero, described the ICTN as an unnecessary burden onContinue reading "Customs Agents Petition Presidency Over Cargo Tracking Note, Allege Extortion and Legal Violations"
Housing Crisis: Revolutionary Movement Demands Public Investment and Rent Control as Nigerians Struggle with Soaring Rents
Amid Nigeria’s worsening housing crisis, the Revolutionary Socialist Movement (RSM) has issued a strong call for rent control and large-scale public housing investments by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The movement decried the unchecked rise in rental costs across the country, attributing it to exploitative landlords, failed government policies, and a deepening economic crisis.In a statementContinue reading "Housing Crisis: Revolutionary Movement Demands Public Investment and Rent Control as Nigerians Struggle with Soaring Rents"
Tortured to Death: Family of 17-Year-Old Ondo Boy Demands Justice as Police Face Allegations
Sahara Reporters has taken to it's official X handle and announced that,The family of 17-year-old Tolu Bobade, who was allegedly tortured to death in police custody at the Ifon Divisional Police Station, Ose Local Government Area, Ondo State, has petitioned the state's Chief Judge, Justice Olusegun Odusola, demanding justice for their son.Bobade was reportedly arrestedContinue reading "Tortured to Death: Family of 17-Year-Old Ondo Boy Demands Justice as Police Face Allegations"
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