Alleged corruption: ICPC charges El-Rufai’s ex-Chief of Staff, Saidu to court
Muhammad Bashir Saidu, the former Chief of Staff to ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has been charged with money laundering. The charges were filed against him by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in the Federal High Court in Kaduna on Tuesday. Saidu, who also served as the Commissioner for Finance […]
Four Kidnapped Children Released After N25m Ransom Demand in Kaduna
In Kaduna State, Governor Uba Sani has announced the release of four children who were kidnapped in Keke Millennium City, Chikun Local Government Area. The children were taken while their father visited his wife in the hospital, where she was caring for their twins. Initially, the kidnappers demanded 300 million Naira, but later lowered the […]
Peter Obi Applauds NNPC for Revamping Port Harcourt & Kaduna Refineries
Peter Obi, a prominent Nigerian politician, has congratulated the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) for successfully revamping the Port Harcourt refinery. This revitalization, which brings the refinery back into operation, has a capacity to produce 60,000 barrels of crude oil per day. Around 200 trucks will be able to load products from the refinery daily, […]
Kaduna Revenue Agency Closes Banks, Chicken Republic, and Other Businesses Over Unpaid Taxes
In a dramatic move aimed at enforcing tax compliance, the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) recently sealed off multiple businesses, including banks, restaurants, and hotels, for failing to pay Land Use Taxes. This bold action comes after a long period of non-payment, with tax liabilities totaling over N100 billion. The businesses affected by this […]
Bandits Kidnap Four Family Members in Kaduna, Demand N30m Ransom
In a troubling incident in Kaduna State, bandits abducted four members of a family in the Kasangwai area of Kagarko Local Government. The attack took place on Thursday night, around 10:43 pm, when the bandits stormed the home of Alhaji Saleh Adamu, a local cattle dealer. Alhaji Adamu had just returned from the SCC village […]
Five Suspected Kidnappers, Spiritualist, and Others Arrested by Police in Kaduna
The Kaduna State Police have arrested five individuals, including suspected kidnappers, a well-known car thief, and a spiritualist. They also recovered stolen items, such as a Toyota Hilux and bags of maize. According to the police spokesperson, ASP Mansir Hassan, the operation led to the arrest of three suspected kidnappers—Umar Haruna, Shuaibu Umar, and Hairatu […]
Suspected Car Thief Arrested in Niger State
The Niger State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old man, Halilu Shuaibu, suspected of stealing a car. His arrest is part of an ongoing effort to reduce car theft in the region. This incident highlights the importance of staying vigilant and the swift action of law enforcement in protecting citizens’ property. Details of the Arrest: Halilu […]
Nigerian Army Successfully Rescues 13 Kidnapped Students in Kaduna
In a significant operation on September 12, 2024, the Nigerian Army rescued 13 students who had been kidnapped by terrorists in Kaduna State. The rescued group includes six male and seven female students. The rescue mission unfolded in Chigbolu village, located in Kachia Local Government Area. According to the army’s report, the troops engaged in […]
Pharmacy Council Shuts Down 666 Illegal Medicine Shops in Kaduna
In a major crackdown on unregistered medicine vendors, the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has closed 666 illegal medicine shops across Kaduna State. This action, which began earlier this week, was taken to address violations of the National Drug Distribution Guidelines and to safeguard public health. The PCN’s enforcement drive targeted open drug markets and […]
Bandits Kidnap 22 People in Fresh Kaduna Attack
In the early hours of Thursday, September 5, 2024, bandits struck again in Kaduna State, abducting at least 22 people, including a nursing mother and her four children. The attack happened in Mani village, part of the Rido ward in Chikun Local Government Area. Zacharia Musa, a youth leader in the Rido community, shared that […]