Three Northern states announce joint electricity market, acquire equity in KEDCO
In a major step toward improving energy access in northern Nigeria, the governments of Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa States have announced a new partnership to establish a joint electricity market. The initiative follows their joint acquisition of equity stakes in the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), alongside its core investor, Future Energies Africa. The development […]
Tinubu Met Sule Lamido At Yari’s Son’s Wedding In Kaduna
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was among the high-profile guests at the wedding of Senator Abdulaziz Yari’s son in Kaduna. At the event, Tinubu was spotted exchanging pleasantries with former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, a notable political figure and ally in the Social Democratic Party (SDP). The ceremony attracted several dignitaries, political leaders, and well-wishers […]
Groom, three friends arrested for allegedly killing wife in marathon sex
In a shocking case from Jigawa State, a 20-year-old groom, Auwal Abdulwahab, and his three friends have been arrested for allegedly causing the death of his wife through non-consensual sexual activity. The incident occurred on April 26, 2025, in Tungo village, Albasu District, within the Sule Tankarkar local government area. According to police spokesman, SP. […]
Kano police parade suspects who kidnapped and killed Gombe ex-perm sec after collecting ransom
The Kano State Police have paraded several suspects involved in the shocking kidnapping and murder of Atiku Mu’azu, a retired Permanent Secretary and former Chairman of the Gombe State Board of Internal Revenue Service. Mu’azu, who had been living in Kano after retiring, was abducted and killed in a tragic crime that shocked many. After […]
Jigawa Uncovers 6,348 Ghost Workers Receiving N3.7bn
The Jigawa State Government recently exposed 6,348 ghost workers after carrying out a statewide staff verification exercise. This significant discovery came from the Statewide Staff Audit Biometric Data Capture and Validation Exercise. According to Mr. Sagir Musa, Commissioner for Information, Youths, Sports, and Culture, these ghost workers had been costing the government over N314 million […]
Residents Extract Fuel from Fallen Tanker in Cross River, Ignoring Dangers
In a troubling incident in Akamkpa, Cross River State, locals were seen scooping fuel from a fallen tanker. A viral video shows people filling various containers, such as jerry cans, with the fuel, despite the serious dangers involved in this practice. One concerned man in a car attempted to warn them about the risks, but […]
Tragic Canoe Accident Claims Five Lives in Jigawa
A tragic accident occurred in Gantsa town, Buji Local Government Area of Jigawa State on August 27, 2024, resulting in the deaths of five individuals. The victims were traveling in a canoe that capsized while attempting to cross a road submerged by floodwaters. The accident happened around noon when the canoe, carrying five people, attempted […]
Boat Accident in Jigawa State: Five Lives Lost, Several Missing
In a devastating incident that has shaken the community, five people have tragically lost their lives in a boat accident in Taura Local Government Area, Jigawa State. The accident occurred around noon on Thursday, August 8, 2024, when a canoe carrying twenty passengers capsized while crossing the Gamoda River near Nahuce village. According to the […]