…country, including Kashim Shettima, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, Abdulsamad Dasuki, Sambo Dasuki, Abubakar Dasuki, serving and former ministers, members of the National Assembly, traditional rulers, religious leaders and other dignitaries who gathered to bid f…

SOKOTO State government has donated ₦15 million and two trucks loaded with assorted bags of rice to 1,550 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) affected by a recent security incident in Bodinga Local Government Area of the state. The post SOSG donates N15m, rice to 1,550 IDPs in Bodinga, assures victims of continued supp…

Sokoto Hisbah bans marriage introduction gifts and DJs at weddings The Sokoto State Hisbah Board has announced a ban on a number of practices associated with weddings and other social gatherings in the state, arguing that the practices are contrary to Islamic teachings and societal morals. Speaking to newsmen on Monday…

The Special Adviser on Security to the Sokoto State Governor, Col Ahmed Usman (retd), has urged President Bola Tinubu to designate the newly approved Nigerian Army 5 Division Headquarters in Makurdi, Benue State, as a Special Forces Division. Usman made the call on Monday while commending the President’s approval for t…

…foiled an attempted bandit attack on Tauma Village in Bodinga Local Government Area of Sokoto State, recovering five magazines loaded with 40 rounds of live ammunition after a gun battle with the attackers. The Sokoto State Police Command said the operation followed a distress call received at about 8:30 p.m. on July 2…

…uniforms attacked Unguwan Lalke community in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attack, which began at about 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 26, 2026 reportedly lasted until 2 a.m. on Monday, during which the assailants looted homes and shops and rustled an unspecified number of residents. Residents said the…

…the nation with 465,964 registered citizens, followed by Lagos State with 350,337 and Sokoto State with 338,730.The official breakdown demonstrates widespread public participation across multiple geo-political zones in Nigeria. Northern states feature prominently in the top half of the overall ranking, whilst key South…

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has warned against the diversion, hoarding or resale of fertiliser meant for farmers as the distribution of free agricultural inputs under Governor Ahmed Aliyu’s administration continues across the state. The warning was issued during the distribution of fertiliser…

…sustained partnerships. Russell made the remark on Friday during a courtesy visit to the Sokoto State Government as part of her mission to Nigeria. She was received on behalf of Governor Ahmed Aliyu by the Deputy Governor, Engr. Idris Muhammad Gobir. The UNICEF chief noted that Nigeria’s certification as free of the wi…

…over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues Sokoto State - At least 13 people have been killed in coordinated attacks by suspected bandits on three communities in Sabon Birni local government area of Sokoto State.The violence stretched from Thursday evening into Friday morning…

…at the commissioning of 62 armoured vehicles and over 300 motorcycles procured by the Sokoto State Government for security agencies, Musa said troops must act decisively against criminal elements within the rules of engagement. "Anybody who refuses to shoot a terrorist in the name of waiting for an order, we will treat…

…fresh bandit atta@ck on Lajinge community in Sabon Birni Local Government Area (LGA) of Sokoto State on Wednesday, July 8. Residents said the attackers stormed the community at about 12:00 midnight and operated until around 2:20 a.m., shooting sporadically and causing panic among villagers. A resident of the community,…

…I wish the incoming leadership and administration continued success." Neither the Sokoto State Government nor the APC had officially reacted to the development as of the time of filing this report.

…return after his reported political disagreement with Governor Nasir Idris. Neighbouring Sokoto State recorded fewer surprises, with Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko emerging as the APC candidate, while former governor Aminu Tambuwal withdrew from the race in favour of former ambassador Faruk Malami Yabo under the ADC…

…University, Ekiti State University, Osun State University, Benue State University, Sokoto State University and Shehu Shagari University of Education, had already adopted and implemented the agreement. "We therefore urge the governments of Kano, Kaduna and Jigawa states to immediately domesticate the agreement, settle o…

…by implementing every provision of the agreement without further delay. "We commend the Sokoto State Government for demonstrating good faith by implementing the agreement. Other states should follow this example to preserve industrial harmony and safeguard the future of public universities," he said.

…inputs worth N108 million to 211 resettled farmers in its host communities in Sokoto State to support food production during the 2026 wet farming season. The beneficiaries are farmers whose homes and farmlands were affected by the company's expansion projects and who were subsequently resettled. The presentation, held…

…Jerkum, Gombe State; Kukuwa, Yobe State; Yalaki Ganye, Adamawa State; and Uban Dawaki, Sokoto State. The program has also delivered a 75kW system to Hawan Mai Mashi Village in Kaduna State and a 40kW cold storage network to Unguwan Ajuji in Kano State. In the southern and eastern regions, the focus shifts seamlessly to…

…repelled a bandit attack on Tureta, the headquarters of Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attack, which occurred at about 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, prompted an immediate response from security agencies after armed bandits attempted to infiltrate the town. Confirming the incident, Chairman of Tureta Local Gov…

The claim raises concerns that the bandits were regrouping despite ongoing military offensives in the region

…conducting weapons training and tactical drills in parts of Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The development has sparked renewed fear among residents of border communities who have long suffered repeated bandit attacks, kidnappings, and cattle rustling along the Sokoto-Zamfara corridor. According to intellige…

…Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have foiled coordinated kidnapping attempts by terrorists in Sokoto State and rescued 22 abducted persons in separate operations, reinforcing ongoing military efforts to restore security across the North-West region. The successful rescue missions, carried out in Sabon Birni and Isa local govern…

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO:Former Deputy Governor of Sokoto State and former Minister of Water Resources, Mukhtar Shehu Shagari, has commended Governor Ahmed Aliyu for what he described as a remarkable record of achievements in infrastructure development, social welfare, security, healthcare delivery and agricul…

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO: The leadership dispute rocking the Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) took another turn on Friday as the Federal High Court in Sokoto adjourned proceedings in the matter to July 13, 2026, for substantive hearing after ruling on a series of interlocutory appl…