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Suspected terrorists have reportedly killed at least seven individuals during simultaneous assaults on two churches in the Ariko community, located in Kaduna State's Kachia Local Government Area. The attacks occurred on Sunday, April 5, as Christian worshippers were observing Easter celebrations.
An explosion involving a compressed natural gas (CNG) powered bus at the Mando motor park in Kaduna State early Sunday morning resulted in damage to at least two luxury buses. Fortunately, no lives were lost or injuries sustained in the incident.
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the list of individuals who have successfully passed the recruitment process for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 34/2025. The announcement follows a rigorous selection interview.
Eleven villagers abducted from Gidan Waya in Kaduna State have been released after more than four months in captivity, following the payment of over N40 million in ransom. Tragically, two of the hostages were killed by their captors before their release.
Armed assailants have abducted a total of ten people, comprising seven members of a single family and three neighbours, from the Unguwar Sabon-Titi community in Kaduna State. The incident occurred on Thursday night, April 2, 2026, in the Katari-Hayin Dam area.
Former Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasir El-Rufai has returned to court following the committal proceedings after the burial of his mother. He is facing serious charges from the ICPC related to fraud and abuse of office.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned the recent violent incidents in Plateau and Kaduna States, announcing plans to enhance security forces with advanced equipment for real-time criminal tracking. He vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Nigeria has initiated its inaugural split-site PhD program in oil and gas at the College of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Kaduna. This move signifies a commitment to foster local expertise and institutional growth amidst challenges in the region.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima extended his condolences to Nasir El-Rufai, former Governor of Kaduna State, after the loss of his mother, Hajiya Fatima Umma, who died at 96. Shettima emphasized the need for unity in the nation during his visit to the grieving family.
A wedding celebration in Kahir village, Kagarko Local Government Area, Kaduna state, turned tragic when armed assailants invaded the event, resulting in the deaths of 13 guests and leaving many others injured or abducted.
David Mark, the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led a group of prominent party members to express condolences to former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, following the passing of his mother. The delegation included notable political figures who offered prayers and support during their visit.
Relatives of 14 individuals abducted from the Janjala community in Kaduna State have reached out to the government for assistance, expressing their inability to pay the N14 million demanded by their captors. After nearly a month in captivity, they have only gathered N3 million.
Lagos, along with Kaduna and Oyo, has been recognized among the top ten in Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business Report published by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC). Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu credited this success to focused reforms aimed at enhancing the business landscape.
In Kaduna State, an unknown man was killed by suspected phone snatchers on Saturday evening. The incident occurred as the victim attempted to board a commercial tricycle at Kawo Bridge.
Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, the mother of former Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasiru El-Rufai, will be laid to rest in Abuja today, Sunday. The funeral prayer is scheduled for 1 PM at the National Mosque, followed by burial at Gudu Cemetery.
