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  1. Kaduna State: 13-Year-Old Commits Suicide After Being Tortured by Soldier Over False Accusation of Stealing N10k by 16-Year-Old Girlfriend

    Nigeria Kaduna State: 13-Year-Old Commits Suicide After Being Tortured by Soldier Over False Accusation of Stealing N10k by 16-Year-Old Girlfriend

    The suicide of a 13-year-old Nigerian boy after military torture over a theft accusation has sparked nationwide fury, with demands for the soldier's arrest and accountability for military abuses against civilians. A tragic case of suspected theft, vigilante justice, and suicide has sparked...
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    Metro Customs Intercepts N3.95bn Pangolin Scales, Arrests One - Leadership News

    https://leadership.ng/customs-intercepts-n3-95bn-pangolin-scales-arrests-one/
  3. Kaduna Assembly Report: El-Rufai Accused of Financial Mismanagement Totaling N423 Billion

    Nigeria Kaduna Assembly Report: El-Rufai Accused of Financial Mismanagement Totaling N423 Billion

    The Kaduna State House of Assembly's ad hoc committee uncovers financial mismanagement during Nasir El-Rufai's governance, recommending investigation and prosecution for abuse of office and money laundering. The Kaduna State House of Assembly has taken a bold step by recommending an in-depth...
  4. Terror Strikes Kaduna: Gunmen Kill Village Head, Burn Down Property

    Nigeria Terror Strikes Kaduna: Gunmen Kill Village Head, Burn Down Property

    Gunmen attacked Marke village in Kaduna State, killing the village head, Malam Kabiru Mohammed, and setting his house ablaze. The incident, which occurred in Makarfi Local Government Area, has raised concerns about security in the region. Gunmen have struck in the quiet village of Marke in...
  5. Kaduna State Assembly Launches Probe into Former Governor El-Rufai's Financial Transactions

    Nigeria Kaduna State Assembly Launches Probe into Former Governor El-Rufai's Financial Transactions

    The Kaduna State House of Assembly has initiated an investigation into the financial transactions of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, spanning his two-term administration from 2015 to 2023. The move comes in response to allegations of a significant debt burden inherited by Governor Uba Sani, who...
  6. El-Rufai's Son Sparks Controversy with Alleged Threats to Kaduna Assembly Speaker

    Nigeria El-Rufai's Son Sparks Controversy with Alleged Threats to Kaduna Assembly Speaker

    The Kaduna State House of Assembly has raised concerns over alleged "subtle threat messages" directed at Speaker Yusuf Liman by Bello el-Rufai, a federal lawmaker and the son of former Governor Nasir el-Rufai. This development follows the establishment of a committee by the assembly to...
  7. Nigerians Raise Free Speech Concerns as DSS Detains Kaduna Resident Over Facebook Post Against Governor Uba Sani

    Nigeria Nigerians Raise Free Speech Concerns as DSS Detains Kaduna Resident Over Facebook Post Against Governor Uba Sani

    In a concerning turn of events, the Department of State Services (DSS) has apprehended a woman identified as Galadima in the Tudun Wada area of Kaduna. Sources indicate that the arrest is linked to a Facebook post wherein Galadima allegedly criticized Governor Uba Sani's remarks concerning...
  8. El-Rufai's Kaduna Legacy Under Scrutiny as State Faces Hefty N5-6 Billion Monthly Deduction Over Debts

    Nigeria El-Rufai's Kaduna Legacy Under Scrutiny as State Faces Hefty N5-6 Billion Monthly Deduction Over Debts

    Former Chief Press Secretary to Kaduna State Governor, Mukhtar Sirajo, has shed light on the daunting financial challenge facing the state, attributable to the accumulated debt during Nasir El-Rufai's tenure. Sirajo revealed that an estimated N5-6 billion will be deducted monthly from the...
  9. Kaduna Politician Slams Bashir El-Rufai for Disrespectful Verbal Assault on Governor Sani

    Nigeria Kaduna Politician Slams Bashir El-Rufai for Disrespectful Verbal Assault on Governor Sani

    Kaduna-based politician and activist, Hon. Ibrahim Ahmadu, has strongly criticized Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai, for his recent verbal assault on Governor Uba Sani. Bashir accused Governor Sani of incompetence and poor performance, sparking controversy in the...
  10. El-Rufai's Son Fires Back: Challenges Kaduna Governor's Debt Claims

    Nigeria El-Rufai's Son Fires Back: Challenges Kaduna Governor's Debt Claims

    Bashir El-Rufai, the son of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has responded to recent statements made by the current governor, Uba Sani, regarding the state's financial challenges. Uba Sani disclosed that he inherited significant debts totaling ₦85 billion and $587 million, making...
  11. Kaduna State in Financial Turmoil: Governor Uba Sani Faces Uphill Battle with N85 Billion Debt, Salary Obligations in Jeopardy"

    Nigeria Kaduna State in Financial Turmoil: Governor Uba Sani Faces Uphill Battle with N85 Billion Debt, Salary Obligations in Jeopardy"

    Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, grapples with a formidable fiscal challenge as his administration inherits a staggering debt burden of $587 million, N85 billion, and 115 contractual liabilities from the previous leadership. Despite the mounting pressure, Governor Sani asserts his...
  12. Governor Uba Sani Welcomes Abducted Kuriga Schoolchildren at Government House, Kaduna

    Nigeria Governor Uba Sani Welcomes Abducted Kuriga Schoolchildren at Government House, Kaduna

    After enduring a harrowing ordeal, the 137 abducted schoolchildren from Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area in Kaduna State, have been safely returned and are now under the care of the Kaduna State Government. Governor Uba Sani confirmed their release in an official statement on Sunday. The...
  13. Governor Uba Sani Dismisses Speculation on Ransom Payment, Prioritizes Freedom of Kaduna Schoolchildren

    Nigeria Governor Uba Sani Dismisses Speculation on Ransom Payment, Prioritizes Freedom of Kaduna Schoolchildren

    Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State dismissed the ongoing debate surrounding the payment of ransom for the release of abducted Kuriga students, deeming it irrelevant. Speaking on Channel Television’s Sunday Politics, Governor Sani emphasized that the paramount concern was the safe return of the...
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    Metro It’s More Important 137 Kidnapped Schoolchildren Are Back Home, Not Whether Ransom Was Paid Or Not, Says Kaduna Gov, Sani - Sahara Reporters

    https://saharareporters.com/2024/03/25/its-more-important-137-kidnapped-schoolchildren-are-back-home-not-whether-ransom-was
  15. Government Under Fire: Nigerians Slam Defence HQ Over 'Difficult to Reach' Excuse for Kidnapped Students

    Nigeria Government Under Fire: Nigerians Slam Defence HQ Over 'Difficult to Reach' Excuse for Kidnapped Students

    In the wake of the abduction of 287 students from a school in Kuriga, Kaduna State, the Defence Headquarters has revealed significant challenges in the ongoing rescue operations. Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, addressed the media on Thursday, March 14th...
  16. Security Crisis Deepens as Bandits Abduct 287 Students in Kaduna State

    Nigeria Security Crisis Deepens as Bandits Abduct 287 Students in Kaduna State

    In a brazen daylight attack, bandits abducted 312 students and the principal, Abubakar Isah, from LEA Primary and Junior Secondary School in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The incident occurred when the bandits surrounded the school at 7:47 am, forcing teachers and...
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    Metro 13 abducted Kaduna villagers regain freedom after 62 days in captivity - Linda Ikeji’s Blog

    https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2024/2/13-abducted-kaduna-villagers-regain-freedom-after-62-days-in-captivity-2.html
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    Metro Military bombs 30 terrorists in Kaduna, frees 35 abductees in Katsina - Punch Newspaper

    https://punchng.com/military-bombs-30-terrorists-in-kaduna-frees-35-abductees-in-katsina/
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    Metro Bandits kill school principal, kidnap his wife and baby in Kaduna - Linda Ikeji’s Blog

    https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2024/1/bandits-kill-school-principal-kidnap-his-wife-and-baby-in-kaduna-2.html
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    Metro Police denies reports of bandits abducting travellers on Abuja-Kaduna highway - Linda Ikeji’s Blog

    https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2024/1/police-denies-reports-of-bandits-abducting-travellers-on-abuja-kaduna-highway.html
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