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One Year After Mokwa Flood Tragedy, Victims Still Await Relief, Accountability It has been one year since the devastating flood disaster that struck Mokwa in Niger State, leaving behind one of the darkest humanitarian tragedies in recent Nigerian history. The flood, which claimed hundreds of lives and displaced thousands of residents, continues to cast a painful shadow over survivors and grieving families who say they are yet to recover from the catastrophe. The tragedy destroyed homes, livelihoods, and entire families within hours. Survivors still recount heartbreaking moments from that day, parents losing children, children losing parents, and many victims buried without proper dignity due to the scale of the disaster. In some cases, entire family lineages were wiped out by the floodwaters. Despite the nationwide sympathy and generous interventions that followed, concerns are growing over the condition of many victims one year later. Several affected families reportedly r...
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Kano Emerges Best State To Raise A Family In Nigeria — SBM Intelligence Report Kano State has been ranked as the best state in Nigeria to raise a family, according to a new report released by SBM Intelligence, a socio-political and economic research firm. The report, titled “Where Nigerian Families Actually Thrive,” assessed living conditions and quality of life across eight states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) between January and May 2026. According to the findings, Kano emerged top in the overall ranking due to its strong performance in affordability, safety, electricity supply, and access to childcare services. The study was based on two separate surveys — a Quality of Life Survey involving 442 respondents and a Power Survey conducted among 191 participants. Researchers examined key indicators affecting family wellbeing, including healthcare, education, housing affordability, income levels, infrastructure, electricity supply, security, and general living condit...
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One Year After: Remembering The Enduring Legacy Of HRH Alh. Halilu Bala Usman, Osu Ajiri Of Edegye Chiefdom His Royal Highness, Alh. Halilu Bala Usman, the Osu Ajiri of Edegye Chiefdom, may have departed this world on May 25, 2025, but his remarkable legacy remains deeply etched in the hearts of his people and countless others whose lives he touched across Nigeria. The news of his demise after a protracted illness threw Edegye Chiefdom into mourning. It was a painful loss not only to the traditional institution, but also to the political, educational and humanitarian landscape of Nasarawa State and beyond. One year after his transition to eternity, the memories of his selfless service, wisdom and fatherly guidance continue to resonate strongly among the people. Alh. Halilu Bala Usman lived a life defined by service, humility and compassion. His distinguished public service career saw him occupy several strategic positions with dignity and excellence. He served as former Com...
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Northern Nigeria’s Education Crisis: Dan Bello’s School Renovations Shine Light On Decades Of Neglect The growing concerns over the collapse of public education in Northern Nigeria have again come to the forefront following renewed intervention efforts by popular activist and humanitarian, Bello Galadanchi, widely known as Dan Bello. Dan Bello recently unveiled another renovated public school project, drawing widespread reactions from Nigerians who see the effort as both a commendable intervention and a reflection of the deep neglect facing the education sector, especially across many northern states. For years, stakeholders have lamented the deteriorating condition of public schools in the North — from dilapidated classrooms and leaking roofs to overcrowded learning environments lacking furniture, toilets, clean water, and teaching materials. In several communities, pupils are forced to study under trees or inside unsafe structures unfit for learning. Observers say the sit...
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Concern Rises Over Fresh Attack On Farmer In Udenin Gida, Nasarawa Fresh concerns have emerged over the security situation in parts of Nasarawa State following the reported attack on a farmer identified as Anini Awura by suspected herdsmen in Udenin Gida community on Monday, May 19, 2026. According to sources from the area, the victim, who is said to be from the Agbadu clan, was reportedly attacked while fetching water from a river for chemical spraying on his farm. Residents alleged that three suspected herdsmen approached him at the riverside and exchanged greetings with him before suddenly launching an attack as he turned to secure a gallon on his motorcycle. The assailants reportedly attacked him with cutlasses and fled the scene with his motorcycle. The incident has heightened fears among farmers and residents who say they now live in constant anxiety, especially as the farming season intensifies. Community members expressed worry that recurring attacks and insecurity ...
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Pantami Withdraws From APC Governorship Primaries Over Alleged Electoral Violations Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami has withdrawn from the governorship primary election of the All Progressives Congress in Gombe State, citing alleged violations of the Electoral Act 2026 and irregularities in the party’s direct primary process. The withdrawal was announced in a statement issued on Tuesday by Barrister Ibrahim M. Attahir on behalf of the Pantamiyya Movement. According to the statement, Pantami said his decision followed extensive consultations with stakeholders and concerns over what he described as the APC’s failure to provide essential information and a transparent framework necessary for conducting credible governorship primaries scheduled for May 21, 2026. The former minister stated that despite fully complying with the party’s guidelines and procedures after accepting calls by supporters and stakeholders to contest the governorship seat, his campaign repeatedly faced diffic...
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SSS Accuses El-Rufai’s Family Of Inciting Public Against Judiciary The Department of State Services (DSS), also known as the State Security Service (SSS), on Tuesday told the Federal High Court in Abuja that members of the family of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, allegedly embarked on media campaigns capable of inciting public opinion against the judiciary and security agencies handling his case. Counsel to the DSS, Oluwole Aladedoye, SAN, made the allegation before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik during continuation of proceedings in the ongoing trial involving the former governor. According to the prosecution, the alleged “inciteful” actions included public claims by members of El-Rufai’s family that he was being maltreated in custody and unfairly targeted by security agencies.  The DSS lawyer specifically cited an incident on May 15, 2026, when one of El-Rufai’s wives reportedly arrived at the facility of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Of...
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