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BREAKING: Amnesty International raises alarm over continuous detention of Hamdiyya despite health concerns

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Amnesty International condemns Boko Haram over alleged killing of 23 farmers, fishermen 

Amnesty International has raised alarm over the continued detention of Hamdiyya Sidi Sharif by the Zamfara State Police Command, despite urgent medical concerns following her abduction and alleged mistreatment. The rights group said her condition requires immediate attention,… Amnesty International raises alarm over continuous detention of Hamdiyya despite health concerns …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>>>

BREAKING: Missing Sokoto govt critic, Hamdiyya Sidi found in Zamfara hospital

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Missing Sokoto govt critic, Hamdiyya Sidi found in Zamfara hospital

Human rights activist, Hamdiyya Sidi Sharif has been found in critical condition at Bakura Hospital in Zamfara State, after being declared missing since Tuesday morning. Her lawyer, Barrister Abba Hikima, confirmed the news in a Facebook post, stating that she is currently… Missing Sokoto govt critic, Hamdiyya Sidi found in Zamfara hospital …C0NTINUE READING HERE … Read more

BREAKING: Gateway Games 2024: Ogun handball team beats Plateau, as Sokoto shocks Edo

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Gateway Games 2024: Ogun handball team beats Plateau, as Sokoto shocks Edo

Team Ogun female handball team has qualified for the next round, beating Plateau State 35–25 at the ongoing National Sports Festival, Gateway Games 2024. Recall that Team Ogun had earlier defeated Kogi in their first match by 32–20 at Alake Sports Center, Ijaye in Abeokuta… Gateway Games 2024: Ogun handball team beats Plateau, as Sokoto … Read more

BREAKING: Several abducted as bandits raid Sokoto deputy governor’s village

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Several abducted as bandits raid Sokoto deputy governor’s village

At least several residents were abducted when suspected bandits stormed Garin Idi, the ancestral village of Sokoto State Deputy Governor, Dr. Idris Muhammad Gobir, in Sabon Birni Local Government Area late Monday night. The raid was reportedly led by notorious bandit kingpin… Several abducted as bandits raid Sokoto deputy governor’s village …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>>>

BREAKING: Another ‘bandit’ arrested during hajj screening in Sokoto

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Another ‘bandit’ arrested during hajj screening in Sokoto

Operatives of the Department of State Services, DSS, have reportedly arrested an alleged notorious bandit and kidnapper in Sokoto during the screening of intending Muslim pilgrims. The suspect, according to Daily Trust, identified as Sani Galadi, was arrested on Monday at… Another ‘bandit’ arrested during hajj screening in Sokoto …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>>>

BREAKING: Blackout: Sokoto, Kebbi get only 6 MW electricity supply — TCN

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Blackout: Sokoto, Kebbi get only 6 MW electricity supply — TCN

The Transmission Company of Nigeria has Sokoto and Kebbi State receiving only between 6 megawatts and 7 MW of bulk electricity from the Mando Transmission Substation via the 132 kilovolt Mando-Zaria-Funtua-Gusau-Talata Mafara-Sokoto-Birnin Kebbi line amid power disruption in the… Blackout: Sokoto, Kebbi get only 6 MW electricity supply — TCN …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>>>

BREAKING: Sokoto command nabs house burglars, recovers stolen valuables

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Sokoto command nabs house burglars, recovers stolen valuables

The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested key suspects involved in a series of house burglaries and thefts across the state capital, recovering stolen items worth millions of Naira in a renewed crackdown on domestic crime. According to a statement issued by the Command, the… Sokoto command nabs house burglars, recovers stolen valuables …C0NTINUE READING … Read more

BREAKING: Police recover 25 stray cattle suspected to have been stolen in sokoto

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Police arrest suspects in motorcycle robbery cases in Jigawa

The Gada Divisional Police Headquarters in Sokoto State has recovered 25 cattle suspected to be stolen or missing. A tip from local authorities on Thursday led police in the Sabon Birni Local Government Area to where cattle were recovered from a dense forest. Ahmed Rufai… Police recover 25 stray cattle suspected to have been stolen … Read more

BREAKING: Police arrest 9 suspects for illegal possession of firearms in Sokoto

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Ramadan Night Prayers: Police tighten security in Yobe

Several suspects involved in the illegal possession of firearms and activities believed to be linked to terrorism have been apprehended by the Sokoto State Police Command. The breakthrough forms part of the intensified operations led by the State Commissioner of Police, CP… Police arrest 9 suspects for illegal possession of firearms in Sokoto …C0NTINUE READING … Read more