…of the recovered NOK University into the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State. He said 1,909 students matriculated into the institution in December 2025. “Anti-corruption enforcement can restore fiscal space, strengthen federal and sub-national revenue, return working capital to institutions, co…
…applies to every Nigerian, irrespective of political party or ideology, including former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai and others who allege that state institutions are being deployed against them for political purposes.” The party insisted that the reported suspension of the case should not be portrayed as an a…
…registration number KWL 742 ZY, driven by Lawal Dauda of Zaria Local Government Area, Kaduna State, and conveying seven passengers from Gusau to Zaria. The second vehicle, an unregistered bus driven by Haruna Alhaji Nasiru of Danja Local Government Area, Katsina State, was conveying his son, Sanusi Haruna. The vehicle…
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has urged voters in the North-West to reciprocate what he described as the benefits of President Bola Tinubu’s administration with votes for his re-election in 2027. Sani made the call on Saturday during the inauguration of coordinators and members of the “Relax, Tinubu Is Fixing Nigeri…
The Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kaduna State Chapter, has urged Governor Uba Sani to take responsibility for the $350 million loan he championed, saying that blaming former Governor Nasir El-Rufai for N6.7 billion in monthly deductions is not a true reflection of good leadership. A state…
A fresh family dispute has emerged among the sons of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai after Bashir El-Rufai publicly attacked his elder brother, Bello El-Rufai. Bello, who represents Kaduna North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, was accused by Bashir of substance abuse, hypocrisy and bet…
…acted on information regarding the apprehension of a suspected terrorist collaborator in Kaduna State. “The suspect was found in possession of 2 locally fabricated guns and 13 rounds of ammunition concealed in a bag. “During preliminary investigation, the suspect disclosed that he had been tasked to deliver the weapons…
…incident, a 43-year-old kidnap victim was rescued in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna state.
…to help with tools, seed capital, professional registration or transport costsThe Kaduna State Institute of Vocational Training runs three campuses and trains graduates across 14 trade areas, all tuition-freePAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has approved…
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested a suspected gunrunner and recovered two AK-49 rifles, 228 rounds of RPG ammunition and 275 rounds of 7.62mm AK-47 ammunition in Sabon Gari Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner of Police, CP Rabiu Muhammad, disclosed this on Thursday dur…
…Nasir el-Rufai, the highly educated and seemingly sophisticated former governor of Kaduna State, said the same thing in 2023. In a viral video, el-Rufai attributed Tinubu’s victory in 2023 to the Muslim-Muslim ticket, saying Tinubu “knew he had no option” but to pick a fellow Muslim as his running mate; otherwise, “he…
…years of experience covering public affairs and governance in Nigeria and Africa.Kaduna, Kaduna state - Justice Abdullahi Bayero of the Court of Appeal's Kaduna Judicial Division has died, his family confirmed in an obituary statement released on Wednesday evening, August 26, 2026.Legit.ng reports that the statement de…
…Legit.ng also reported that suspected bandits attacked a wedding in Kahir, Kaduna state, leaving 13 dead and abducting multiple guests.According to sources, an armed gang carrying AK-47s raided shops and terrorised the community for nearly an hour.Police confirmed abductions, while officials visited victims, promising…
…launched a deadly assault on Ariko community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna state, targeting two Christian churches during Easter celebrations. The attack left at least seven people dead and resulted in the abduction of several others, causing widespread fear among residents.
…abduction of a medical doctor and the wife of a Hakimi in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The incident occurred at about 7:40 a.m. on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Abu village, Ninzo Ward, Sanga LGA. According to a security source, troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 71, deployed at Raga General Duty location, re…
…incident, a 43-year-old kidnap victim was rescued in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna state.
…regains freedom after N5m ransom payment A 14-year-old girl who was kidnapped in Kaduna State has regained her freedom after N5m ransom payment. Reuben Buhari, a journalist and former media aide to late Kaduna State Governor, Patrick Ibrahim Yakowa, disclosed this in a Facebook post on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Accord…
…and her son, Umar, in Kyauta New Millennium City, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State The incident occurred at about 11 pm on Tuesday, when the attackers reportedly invaded the community and abducted the mother and her child. It was gathered that Asma'u's husband escaped the attack by hiding inside his car as…
…expanded programme covers the following locations:Lagos StateOgun StateRivers StateKaduna StateDelta StateKano StateImo StateAnambra StateNasarawa StateFederal Capital Territory, AbujaThe inclusion of states across the South-West, South-South, South-East, North-West and North-Central regions represents a significant wi…
…disorder (ADHD) after divorce from Bashir El-Rufai. Bashir, the son of former Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai, and Halima, daughter of former Senator from Jigawa State, Ibrahim Kazaure, got married in 2020. They welcomed a set of twins, two boys, the following year. Bashir announced the end of his marriage to Hal…
…to more than 600 young people across key locations, including Ondo, Abuja, Rivers and Kaduna states. Through a 10-day bootcamp, participants will develop practical, industry-relevant skills in project management, data analysis, cybersecurity, UI/UX design, IT support and digital marketing. The initiative is targeted at…
…7. Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State 8. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State 9. Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, Oyo State 10. Akwa-Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden, Akwa Ibom State 11. Al-Ansar University, Maiduguri, Borno State 12. Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Kwara State 13. Aletheia Univers…
…defendantsPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has taken the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission to court for the second time this year, filing a N10 billion fundamental rights suit over the alleged blocking of h…
…(ADC) House of Representatives candidate for Jema’a/Sanga Federal Constituency in Kaduna State. In this interview by our Northern Bureau Chief, MUHAMMAD SABIU, he shares his views on the politics of Southern Kaduna and explains why he believes the ADC stands a better chance of winning […] The post Youth empowerment rem…
…under construction collapsed on their residence in Dan Mani Community, Rigasa District, Kaduna State.The incident occurred at about 3:30am on Friday morning, August 14, 2026 at the Abuja Road, Kwanar Mai Dabino area of Rigasa. The woman's husband, Abubakar Abba Haruna, said he was not at home when the incident happened…