Bandits launch reprisal attack in Sokoto, kill eight farmers, injure five
Armed bandits have reportedly killed at least eight farmers and injured five others in a fresh attack on Gandi community in Rabah…
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19 candidates enter Sokoto 2027 gov poll
No fewer than 19 candidates have emerged for the 2027 Sokoto State governorship election, according to a list displayed by the…
Armoured vehicles reduce bandit attacks in Sokoto community — Council…
The Chairman of Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, Hashimu Dantudu, says the security situation in the area has…
NAF intensifies air operations against terrorists, bandits in Sokoto
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has stepped up its aerial operations against terrorists, bandits, kidnappers and other criminal…
Terrorists, bandit group plan to attack Sokoto tertiary institutions — DSS
The Department of State Services (DSS), Sokoto State Command, has raised the alarm over alleged plans by terrorists and bandit…
Panic as many feared dead in Sokoto boat accident
Tragedy struck Gorau community in Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State following a boat accident that reportedly claimed…
Sokoto moves to boost security with N1.76bn, 1,000 motorcycles
The Sokoto State Government has sanctioned N1.759bn for the purchase of 1,000 Bajaj motorcycles to support security agencies in…
NYSC postpones 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course in Sokoto, Niger
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has postponed the start of the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Orientation Course in Sokoto and…
Police recover 43 stolen sheep in Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command has recovered 43 sheep stolen by suspected bandits after foiling an attack on Anada Village in…
Hisbah bans DJs, mixed-gender entertainment at Sokoto weddings
The Sokoto State Hisbah Board has introduced fresh rules banning DJs, mixed-gender entertainment and other activities at weddings…