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Zamfara Gov Inspects Shinkafi Projects, Lauds Progress
Governor Dauda Lawal inspected key projects in Shinkafi LGA, launched a 2,000-person empowerment scheme, and reaffirmed his administration's commitment to development and security in Zamfara State.
Zamfara Gives 65 Motorcycles to Sanitation Supervisors
Zamfara State Government has distributed 65 motorcycles to sanitation supervisors in Gusau to enhance city cleanliness. Governor Dauda Lawal also flagged off the distribution of 750 vocational tools to youths, emphasizing job creation.
Boat Capsizes in Yobe, Claims 29 Lives
A tragic boat accident in Yobe State has claimed 29 lives, including two sisters. The canoe capsized while traveling from Jigawa. Read the full details and community impact.
29 Dead in Yobe Boat Mishap, Search for 11 Continues
Governor Mai Mala Buni mourns 29 victims of the Nguru boat capsizing. Rescue teams search for 11 missing persons. Read the latest on the tragic accident and state response.
Buni Empowers 2,000 Youths with Tricycles, GSM Kits
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni launches a 2026 empowerment drive, distributing tricycles and GSM repair kits to 2,000 youths to fight poverty and boost employment in the state.
Yobe Boat Accident Death Toll Rises to 29
Death toll in Yobe boat accident rises to 29. Governor Mai Mala Buni orders strict new safety rules for river travel and provides support for victims' families. Read the latest updates.
Yobe Boat Accident Death Toll Rises to 29
The death toll from the Yobe boat accident has risen to 29. Search and rescue efforts continue as authorities cite overloading and structural defects as causes. Read the full report.
Kano Govt Approves N6.9bn for Critical Projects
Kano State Executive Council greenlights N6.9 billion for infrastructure, youth empowerment, and anti-corruption. See the full breakdown of projects across the state.
Boat Capsize on Yobe-Jigawa Border Claims 25 Lives
A tragic boat accident on the Kumadugu/Yobe River has left 25 feared dead and 14 missing. Overloading and poor visibility are blamed. Read about the ongoing rescue efforts.
Ogun Establishes 2,000 Women Groups for Economic Empowerment
Ogun State forms 2,000 Women Affinity Groups under NFWP scale-up to enhance finance access, skills, and networking for women. A major step for livelihoods.
25 Dead, 14 Missing in Yobe State Boat Accident
A devastating boat accident in Yobe State's Nguru LGA has claimed 25 lives, with 14 passengers still missing. Rescue operations continue as Governor Buni mourns the loss.
25 Dead, 14 Missing in Yobe Canoe Tragedy
A canoe carrying 52 capsized in Yobe State, leaving 25 dead and 14 missing. Search operations continue. Read the full report on the Nguru waterway tragedy.
Ogun Uplifts 2,000 Women's Groups Through NFWP-SU Initiative
Ogun State launches 2,000 Women Affinity Groups under NFWP-SU to boost financial literacy & entrepreneurship. See how Ijebu-Ode, Ifo, Sagamu & Ado-Odo/Ota LGAs benefit.
Girls Thrive Initiative Launched for Abuja Adolescent Girls
Omidan Health and Empowerment Initiative launches Girls Thrive, a co-created FLHE programme for girls 15-19 in Gbazango, Abuja, funded by Philantify. Empowering health, leadership & economic resilience.
Buni Signs N515.53bn Yobe 2026 Budget
Governor Mai Mala Buni has signed Yobe's N515.53bn 2026 budget into law, focusing on economic growth and infrastructure. Read details of the allocations.
Yobe Hisbah bans male-female contact in vehicles, gatherings
Yobe State Hisbah Commission prohibits physical interaction & private chats between men and women in tricycles, at events to uphold Sharia. Details inside.
Boko Haram Bomber Paid N100k for Maiduguri Attack
A captured Boko Haram suicide bomber reveals he was paid N100,000 to bomb worshippers in Maiduguri, detailing the chilling Gamboru Market Mosque attack. Read the full confession.
Heavy Metals Found in Yobe Water, Linked to Kidney Disease
A new report reveals dangerous levels of cadmium, lead, and arsenic in Yobe water samples, driving a decades-long kidney failure crisis. Researchers urge immediate action.
Yobe LG Chairman Dies in Egypt After Prolonged Illness
Alhaji Baba Abba Aji, Chairman of Yusufari LGA in Yobe State, has passed away in a Cairo hospital. Get the full details on his death and burial according to Islamic rites.
Cleric Donates ₦2m for Ekiti Grassroots Sports
Prophet Sam Olu-Alo has donated ₦2 million to support youth sports in Ekiti State through a school football competition. The initiative aims to nurture talent and reduce crime.
ISWAP Attacks Yobe Communities After US Airstrikes
ISWAP terrorists launched fresh attacks in Yobe State, injuring a village head and looting a health centre, just two days after US airstrikes targeted their enclaves in Sokoto. Details on the raid and official reactions.
7 States Need US Airstrikes, Says Security Analyst
Policy analyst AbdulRasheed Hussain identifies Borno, Yobe, Kaduna, Zamfara, Niger, Plateau, and Benue as priority states for foreign military intervention to curb Nigeria's escalating insurgency.
Buni Emerges APC Conflict Resolution Committee Chair
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has been appointed Chairman of the APC's new Conflict Resolution, Strategy and Mobilisation Committee. Discover the committee's mandate and members.
7 Killed in Yobe Highway Crash Caused by Tyre Burst
A tragic road accident in Yobe State has left seven dead, including children, after a bus tyre burst. Police urge motorists to prioritise vehicle maintenance to prevent such disasters.
3 Dead, 6 Injured in Yobe Road Crash
A tragic accident on Potiskum Road, Yobe State, has left three dead and six injured. Authorities cite a tyre burst as the cause. Read more and see safety tips.
7 Killed in Yobe Bus Crash After Tyre Burst
A fatal accident in Yobe State claims seven lives, including two children, after a Sharon bus tyre burst. Police urge motorists to maintain vehicles and avoid speeding.
Yobe Creates 3 New Agencies for Infrastructure, Healthcare
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has launched three new MDAs to enhance rural electrification, combat drug abuse, and drive urban development. The state also doubled scholarships for 28,346 students.
Man Empowers Village with Keke, Sewing Machines at Christmas
Francis Nwaogwugu Udochukwu spreads joy in his community with a massive empowerment program featuring tricycles, motorcycles, and cash gifts. See the heartwarming story.
N50m Grant Disbursed to 1,000 Women in Ogun
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu disbursed N50 million to women entrepreneurs in Ogun State. Each of the 1,000 beneficiaries received N50,000 as a non-repayable grant. Read more about this empowerment initiative.
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