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One Dead, Three Injured, N8.7m Recovered On Kaduna Road Crash
The Kaduna Sector Command of Federal Road Safety Corps said one person died and three others were injured in a road traffic crash on the Kaduna-Abuja expressway on Wednesday night.The Sector Commander, Kabir Nadabo, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Kaduna that N8.7 million was r... -
JAMB: Father Arrested For Impersonating Son During UTME In Kaduna
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has revealed that two suspects, a father and his son, were arrested for their alleged involvement in impersonation during the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.This was just as the Board added that no fewer than 1.94 million candidat... -
Tragedy Struck Kaduna Community Again As Bandits Kill 3 Persons, Abduct 8 Others
On Tuesday, bandits attacked the Unguwan Habuja community within the Kakangi ward in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, resulting in the deaths of two villagers and the abduction of eight others.A resident in the area said one of the victims of the attack was a vigilante leader in ... -
6 Suspected Internet Fraudsters Arrested By EFCC In Kaduna
The Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested six suspected internet fraudsters in the State.The Commission in a statement on Sunday said the alleged fraudsters were arrested at Bafra Hotel, Alkali Road, Kaduna State.Their arrest followed actionable in... -
How Bandits Storm Kaduna Community In Fresh Attack, Killed 23 Persons
Bandits have attacked Anguwar Danko village under the Kakangi constituency of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna and killed 23 persons. It was reported how a large number of bandits invaded the community on Wednesday night, fired gunshots sporadically, and abducted dozens of residents. R... -
Bandits Invade Community In Kaduna, Kidnap Villagers
Bandits have kidnapped residents of Angwar Danko village in Kakangi Constituency of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The bandits stormed the village on Wednesday at 6 pm firing shots indiscriminately, while forcing their victims into the forest. According to the resident of the a... -
Kaduna Assembly Calls Out Bello El-Rufai For Allegedly Calling For A Fight Against Them
Kaduna state assembly which initiated a probe of loans secured by the administration of former Governor of the state, Nasir El-Rufai, has called out the former Governor's son and current member representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency, Bello El-Rufai, for allegedly calling for a fight ag... -
Bandits Abduct Scores Of Residents In Fresh Kaduna Attack
The situation in Angwar Danko village is deeply troubling, with reports of yet another abduction by bandits causing fear and uncertainty among the residents. The swift and coordinated response from authorities is crucial to ensure the safe return of the abducted individuals and to prevent further i... -
BREAKING: Kaduna Assembly Probes El-Rufai’s Loans, Directs Committee To Summon Ex-Gov
The Kaduna State House of Assembly on Tuesday commenced probing controversial foreign and domestic loans and grants secured by the immediate past administration of Mallam Nasir El-Rufai.The Assembly set up a committee to conduct the probe at Tuesday’s plenary presided by the Speaker, Yusuf Liman ... -
Former Kaduna Governor, Nasir El-Rufai's Ally Arrested Over Social Media Post On Gov. Sani
In a significant political development in Kaduna State, Aisha Galadima, a prominent political ally of the former governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, was arrested at her residence on Sunday afternoon. According to sources, her arrest is linked to a critical post she made on Facebook about the current G... -
'It Is Too Early to Threaten Nigerians With 2027 Election' – Kaduna Cleric to Northern Elders
The former Chairman of the Kaduna State chapter of Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Rev. John Joseph Hayab, has slammed Norther Elders Forum. He warned them that it is too early for the Northern Elders Forum, NEF, to threaten Nigerians with the 2027 election. In a statement on Friday, Hayab s... -
Three Persons Die After Consuming Expired Medications In Kaduna
Three people have died after reportedly consuming expired drugs in the Kabala Doki community, Kaduna North Local Government Area of Kaduna State.Two other youths are currently hospitalised after consuming expired medication.Locals said the drugs may have been obtained from vehicles intercepte... -
Two Suspected Internet Fraudsters Jailed In Kaduna
The Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction and sentencing of two internet fraudsters before Justice Balarabe Buhari of the Kaduna State High Court sitting in Kaduna.The EFCC confirmed the development in a statement on Tuesday, April 9.... -
Kaduna Police Foil Alleged Ritualist Initiation, Arrest 9 Suspects With Gallon Of Human Blood
In a significant operation, the Kaduna State Police Command has apprehended a group of nine suspected ritualists, purportedly affiliated with the 'Neo Black Movement, NBM', at a cemetery in Dutsen Abba Ward along the Zaria-Kaduna expressway. The arrest follows a tip-off received by author... -
Police, Shi’ites Members Clash In Kaduna During International Rally Leaving Two Persons Dead
The Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) more commonly known as Shi’ites on Friday clashed with men of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) during the International Qudus Day in solidarity with Palestinians in Kaduna State.The Shiite protesters alleged that the two of their members were killed, while the ... -
Bandits Kill 7, Abduct 13 Family Members In Fresh Kaduna And FCT Attack
Bandits have launched fresh attacks in Kaduna State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), killing a community leader and abducting family members.It was gathered that the gunmen shot dead the Mai Anguwa of Gashe community, Mr Philibus Andrew, in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna on Wednesda... -
So Sad! Police Escort Dies Inside Kaduna-Abuja Train Shortly After Complaining Of Chest Pain
One of the escorts attached to an Abuja-bound train lost his life during a trip, on Thursday morning, April 4. 2024.A passenger, who witnessed the incident, told Daily Trust that when the train left Kaduna, there was no sign that the deceased was unwell.The witness said the late officer later compl... -
Bandits Displace 289,375 People In 12 LGAs In Kaduna
The Executive Secretary of the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency, KADSEMA, Usman Mazadu, says at least 289,375 residents have been displaced by bandits across 12 LGAs in Kaduna.Mazadu announced the figures on Wednesday during the flag-off of the distribution of palliatives at Maraban Kajuru,... -
Kaduna Police Apprehend Motorcycle Thief, Sani Nafiu Reported By His Father
In a peculiar turn of events, a motorcycle thief identified as Sani Nafiu has been apprehended by the Kaduna State Police Command following a report made by his own father.Confirming the arrest, the Command's spokesperson, ASP Mansir Hassan, stated that the incident occurred on March 29, when ... -
Notorious Bandit Leader, Mudi & Son Killed As Terrorists Fight Over Mining Sites In Kaduna
[size=10pt] File photo [/size] In a dramatic turn of events, a wanted terrorist leader identified as Mudi, along with his son Murtala, were among those who lost their lives in a fierce battle between rival factions at a gold mining site in the Kuyallo area of Birnin Gwari, Kaduna state.Accor... -
El-Rufai: 'I Warned Like A Prophet' – Shehu Sani Speaks About $350m Kaduna Loan
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has said he was like a prophet he warned about the $350 million World Bank loan request by ex-governor Nasir El-Rufai.Sani said despite his warning, people refused to listen..Addressing journalists on Sunday, Sani said the state won’t be in such a situat... -
APC Women Leader Suspended For Taking Sides With El-Rufai Over Kaduna Debts
Hajiya Maryam Mai-Rusau, the women leader of All Progressives Congress in Badarawa/Malali ward of Kaduna has been suspended for taking sides with the former governor of the State, Nasir El-Rufai in the controversies over over the debt he left behind for his successor, Uba Sani.Speaking Uba at a tow... -
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani Raises Alarm Over Massive N85bn, $587m Debts, Struggles To Pay Salaries
In a startling revelation, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has disclosed that his administration inherited a staggering debt burden totaling $587 million, N85 billion, and 115 contractual liabilities from the previous government, significantly hampering efforts to meet the state's financial ... -
Kaduna NDLEA Seizes Over 2 Tons Of Illicit Drugs, Arrests 279 Suspects
In a significant crackdown on drug-related crimes, the Kaduna State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the arrest of 279 suspects and the recovery of 2,092.5 kilograms of illicit substances during the first quarter of the year.Samaila Danmalam, the State Comma... -
Rescued Kaduna Schoolchildren To Reunite With Families Today
The 137 Kaduna schoolchildren rescued from terrorists will today (Thursday), be reunited with their familiesThe state government announced on Sunday that the students were rescued in Zamfara State. They were returned and received in Kaduna on Monday by Governor Uba Sani.The General Officer Commandi... -
Photos Of 137 Freed School Children As They Arrive Kaduna Govt. House
The 137 schoolchildren abducted from Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State, who were released on Sunday, have arrived at the Government House in KadunaRecall the Kaduna State Government announced their release yesterday.This was contained in a statement signed by the State Governor, Ub... -
VIDEO: Kaduna Gov Uba Sani Meets 137 Rescued Kuriga School Children
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has met with the rescued students of Lea Primary and Government Secondary School, Kuriga in Chikun Local Government Area of the state.Recall that on March 7, a distressing incident occurred where 137 schoolchildren were kidnapped by gunmen on motorcycles, causing wid... -
Over 250 Abducted Kaduna School Children Regain Freedom
The Kaduna State Government has confirmed that the 287 schoolchildren abducted from Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State, have regained their freedom.This was revealed in a statement signed by Governor Senator Uba Sani, on Sunday.The statement read in part, “I wish to announce that ... -
Kaduna Police Apprehend Notorious Kidnapper, Yakubu Saidu Who BMasterminded The Burning Of A Seminarian
In a significant breakthrough, the Kaduna State Police command has successfully arrested a notorious kidnapper, Yakubu Saidu, alias Ismail 'M', who has been implicated in various criminal activities including banditry, culpable homicide, and mischief by fire.According to a statement relea... -
Police Rescue 14 Abducted Kaduna Passengers, Four Victims Still Missing
On Thursday, a collaborative security force consisting of the Police, the Nigerian Military, and individuals from the Katsina State Community Watch Corps successfully liberated 14 passengers who had been kidnapped by armed bandits.ASP Abubakar Sadiq, the spokesperson, Katsina Police Command, disclo... -
Police Arrest Three Suspected Vandals Of Electricity Aluminium Cables In Kaduna
The Police Command in Kaduna State says its operatives have arrested three suspected vandals for allegedly vandalising electricity aluminium cables in Lere Local Government Area of the state.The Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, confirmed the arrest to the News Agency ... -
Court Sentence Four Internet Fraudsters To Prison In Kaduna
The Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured the conviction and sentencing of four internet fraudsters.A Kaduna State High Court presided by Justice Darius Khobo convicted and sentenced Mohammed Ibrahim, Ibrahim Yusuf, Mubàrak Ibrahim and Olorunfemi S... -
Court Jails Bartender, Samson Timothy For Stealing N372,000 From Employer In Kaduna
A Kaduna Chief Magistrates’ Court, on Tuesday, sentenced a 29-year-old bar attendant, Samson Timothy, to eight months imprisonment for stealing his employer’s N372,000.The convict, a resident of Goni-gora in Kaduna, had pleaded guilty to the charge.The Magistrate, Mr Ibrahim Emmanuel, sentenced... -
Fear, Tension As Bandits Kidnap 87, Loot Shops In Fresh Kaduna Attack
The recent spate of attacks by bandits in Kaduna State, particularly in Kajuru Local Government Area, is deeply concerning and highlights the urgent need for enhanced security measures in the region.The abduction of 87 individuals from Kajuru-Station community, coming just 48 hours after another at... -
Insecurity Heightened As Terrorists Abduct 87 In Fresh Kaduna Attack
Eighty-seven persons were on Saturday night abducted by terrorists during an attack on the Kajuru-Station community in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.A member of the Kajuru-Station Youths, Harisu Dari, confirmed this to Punch on Monday in Kaduna.Harisu said the terrorists also broke i... -
Kaduna Community Releases Names of Kidnapped Victims in Latest Bandits’ Attack
The names of villagers kidnapped during an attack on Dogon Noma-Unguwan Gamo Community in Maro ward, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, have been released.Recall that suspected bandits had invaded the community at 5.30 am on Saturday in large numbers, shooting indiscriminately.However, o... -
Kaduna Kidnap; "Don’t Allow Sheikh Gumi Negotiate" – Primate Ayodele Tells Tinubu
The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele on Thursday warned President Bola Tinubu not to allow Islamic Cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi negotiate for the release of 285 students who were abducted in Kaduna.Primate Ayodele said it is not ideal for a civilian to be negotiating... -
Port Harcourt, Kaduna Refineries to Commence Operations Soon - NNPCL Boss, Kyari Gives Details
The Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, Mele Kyari, has informed that the Port Harcourt refinery is scheduled to begin operations within the next two weeks.He made the disclosure during his appearance before the Senate ad-hoc committee that was investigating the Nigeri... -
Okonjo-Iweala Calls Out FG To Recover Abducted Kaduna, Sokoto Students, Others
Director General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has called on the federal government to secure the release of the students abducted by bandits in Sokoto and Kaduna states.Okonjo-Iweala, while speaking in Abuja on Tuesday at the launch of the WTO-ITC 2024 technical assistance p... -
AGAIN: Bandits Attack Kaduna Community, Kidnap 61
Bandits have again abducted about 61 persons in Buda community under Kajuru Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State.Dauda Kajuru, a resident of the community, told Punch on Tuesday that the bandits came to the community in large numbers and started shooting sporadically in the late hours of Mon...
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