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Authorities in Jigawa State have apprehended an individual accused of pilfering shoes from worshippers at a mosque in Hadejia. The suspect is believed to have been engaged in this activity for an extended period across multiple mosque locations.
A devastating fire incident in Gida Dubu area of Dutse, Jigawa State, has resulted in the deaths of two children, aged 2 and 6. The incident has raised concerns about fire safety in the community.
Ahead of the Eid al-Fitr celebrations, Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has announced the pardon of twelve inmates. The decision was made following advice from the Jigawa State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy.
Zahraddeen Abubakar, the former Chairman of Gwaram Local Government in Jigawa State, has officially resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). His decision follows changes in the party that he believes conflict with its original principles.
The Kano State Police have successfully reclaimed four stolen vehicles and apprehended four suspects linked to a car theft ring. Among the recovered vehicles are two that were reported stolen from Abuja and Jigawa State.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Jigawa State has apprehended a 22-year-old man for attempting to steal laboratory equipment from a school in Dutse. The suspect was caught while attempting to take five microscopes from the facility.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Jigawa has taken a suspected scrap dealer into custody for possessing stolen electrical cables. The suspect, Muhd Adamu, was apprehended alongside ongoing efforts to locate his accomplices.
As Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections, political dynamics in Jigawa State are heating up, particularly concerning former governor Muhammed Badaru Abubakar. His absence from critical APC events and recent meetings with opposition leaders have sparked speculation about his future in the party.
The Jigawa State Police Command has finalized plans for the physical and credential screenings of applicants wishing to join the force. The screening is set to take place at the Police State Headquarters in Dutse from March 9 to April 18.
The Jigawa State Government has terminated contracts with 22 vendors involved in the Ramadan Iftar program due to allegations of misconduct regarding food quality and financial mismanagement. This action aims to uphold transparency and accountability in the initiative designed to support the vulnerable during the holy month.
On Tuesday, residents of Hadejia Local Government Area in Jigawa State protested for justice for Walida Abdulhadi, who was reportedly kidnapped by Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi, an officer with the Department of State Services (DSS). The demonstrators included lawyers and civil society groups.
Former Defence Minister Muhammed Badaru explained his recent discussions with opposition figures in Jigawa State amid speculation regarding his shift from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Badaru has notably engaged with key PDP and ADC members, including former Governor Sule Lamido.
Former Minister of Defence, Muhammed Badaru, has been meeting with opposition figures, raising questions about his allegiance to the ruling APC. Despite his public denial of any defection plans, his recent activities have sparked rumors in Jigawa State.
The Jigawa Judicial Service Commission has mandated the compulsory retirement of a Shari’a Court Judge, Sadisu Muhammad-Haruna, due to allegations of misconduct and corruption. This decision follows evidence found during an investigation prompted by a petition from a local resident.
Walida Abdulhadi Ibrahim's ongoing legal battle arises from her alleged abduction by a DSS operative, leading to her conversion to Christianity. Her parents dispute her claims of being endangered should she return home, prompting a complex investigation into the case.
