kaduna state news

The Digest: Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has stated that he is not contesting for any political position in the 2027 general election. He claims his renewed political involvement is not for personal ambition but to support what he calls "credible leadership." Key Points...

The Digest: In a joint operation, Kaduna police and DSS apprehended Shehu Aliyu Patangi with N25.9 million allegedly set aside for vote-buying during the state’s by-election. The suspect confessed to using the money to influence voters, triggering a warning from security forces. Key Points...

The Digest: Zainab Buhari has brought her husband, Babangida Ibrahim, before a Sharia court in Kaduna, accusing him of physical and emotional abuse, including forced sexual demands and neglecting family needs. The case is set for further hearing. Key Points: Zainab Buhari accuses her...

According to Daily Post Nigeria, soldiers and armed bandits engaged in deadly firefights on June 25 across parts of Kaduna and Niger States. The Nigerian Army confirmed that dozens of bandits were killed, alongside some military personnel, in coordinated ground and air operations across Kwanar...

In another chilling attack in Kaduna, armed bandits stormed Doka Avong community, kidnapping the village head’s wife and teenage son, sparking fresh insecurity concerns. Around 1 am on June 14, gunmen invaded the home of the village head in Doka Avong, Kajuru LGA. His wife, 38-year-old Deborah...

A Nigerian Navy officer was killed by an unknown assailant in Kaduna State, prompting an angry mob to capture and lynch the suspected attacker. The incident reflects escalating security challenges in the region, where both state security personnel and civilians face increasing threats from...