Troops kill over 50 terrorists, repel multiple attacks in Borno, Yobe
Troops under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have neutralized over 50 terrorists and successfully repelled a series of coordinated attacks on military bases in Borno and Yobe States. The simultaneous assaults occurred between midnight and 4:00 a.m. on Thursday, targeting military positions in Dikwa, Mafa, Gajibo, and Katarko, which fall within Sectors 1 and 2 of […]
Yobe govt approves N2.1 billion for payment of local government retirees
The Yobe State Government has approved the immediate release of ₦2.1 billion to clear outstanding gratuities owed to retired local government workers. The payment covers the period from January 2020 to May 2025, marking a major effort to reduce pension-related debts in the state. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Local and Chieftaincy […]
ASABA 2025: 10 year old to represent Yobe in Chess at NYG
A 10-year-old chess star from Yobe State, Mohammed Mubarak, is set to make history as the youngest competitor at the 2025 National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State. Mubarak shared his excitement before leaving for Asaba. He started playing chess at the age of 7 and has been actively participating in Yobe’s state and zonal […]
Nigerian girl beats 69 countries to emerge first in English language
A 17-year-old girl from Yobe State, Nafisat Aminu, has made Nigeria proud by coming first in an international English language competition. The contest took place in London, United Kingdom, where top students from different countries gathered for the final stage of the TeenEagle Global Finals. Nafisat outperformed over 20,000 students from 69 countries to claim […]
Cardiovascular diseases leading cause of illness in Northeast – Yobe govt
The Yobe State Government is taking steps to improve healthcare, especially in the area of heart-related illnesses. During a meeting with international health experts and local stakeholders, the government shared its plan to upgrade medical imaging services. This is part of a broader effort to strengthen healthcare in the state. Governor Mai Mala Buni, represented […]
Woman Kills Husband Over Food In Yobe
A tragic incident happened in Garin Abba village, Fika Local Government Area of Yobe State, where a woman allegedly killed her husband during a disagreement about food. The woman, named Hadiza Mamuda and said to be 35 years old, reportedly struck her husband with a piece of wood. The blow was so severe that it […]
Troops arrest NURTW members for allegedly smuggling arms for terrorists in Borno
Soldiers have arrested two members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) for allegedly helping terrorists by moving weapons and army uniforms in Borno State. The news was shared by Major General Markus Kangye, who is the Director of Defence Media Operations. He spoke about this during a media briefing on the military’s […]
Boko Haram terrorists gun down Army captain in Borno
In a recent attack by Boko Haram, an army captain lost his life in Izge, a community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The armed group struck around 1am on Wednesday, killing not just the captain but also a soldier during the raid. “It’s true that my people in Izge community came under […]
Yobe govt signs ₦22.3bn contract for flyover, underpass in Damaturu
The Yobe State Government has approved a contract worth ₦22.3 billion for the construction of a flyover and an underpass in Damaturu. This project aims to improve road infrastructure and ease traffic in the state capital. The contract was signed by the Commissioner for Works, Engineer Umar Duddaye, on behalf of the government, while Engineer […]
NSCDC arrests 17 suspected vandals in Yobe
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested 17 people for allegedly vandalizing telecom masts and power installations in Yobe State. The arrest was made by the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad, led by Commandant AS Dandaura. According to a statement by NSCDC spokesperson Afolabi Babawale, the operation followed a directive from NSCDC […]