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A group of armed gunmen have kidnapped multiple travellers in Niger State,   The attack occurred along the Ibbi–Bussa road in the Mokwa–New Bussa axis after the assailants ambushed a highway and engaged in a shootout with police officers. Among those abducted is Alhaji Bawa Niworo, a former chairman of the Niger State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB).  Reports indicate that he, along with others—including a lawyer identified as Barrister Ahmad—were en route to Minna, the state capital, when their convoy was intercepted and they were taken into a nearby forest. According to local sources, the victims also include several traders who were returning from a weekly market in New Bussa. The attack reportedly took place on Monday near the Ibbi area in Mashegu Local Government Area. It is suspected that the gunmen had crossed into Niger State from neighboring Kwara State before launching the assault. Niger State Police spokesperson Wasiu Abiodun confirmed the incident, st...

The communities of Kakihum, Maburya, Kumbashi, and Ragada, all located within Kumbashi District in Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State, have suffered multiple bandit attacks over a span of three days. It was initially reported that a group of armed bandits was sighted in these areas on Friday, prompting residents to flee to safer locations. This group was later seen returning to their base with hundreds of stolen cattle. However, on their way, they encountered another group of armed bandits in a village called Macinta, within the same district. This second group, estimated to be over 200 in number and traveling on motorcycles (with two to three armed men on each bike), was reportedly heading toward the same Kakihum, Maburya, Kumbashi, and Gulbin Boka axis. According to local residents—who chose to remain anonymous—the frequent attacks in Mariga and Rijau LGAs in Niger State, as well as in Sakaba LGA of Kebbi State, may be linked to the large concentration of cattle in these ...

Abuja Head office of Unitybank plc Union of Unity and Providus Banks has officially become Nigeria’s ninth-largest bank by assets, following their merger. This strategic consolidation, approved overwhelmingly at a court-ordered Extraordinary General Meeting, has significantly expanded the merged banks footprint in the financial sector. As of June 30, 2025, the newly combined institution reported ₦5.3 trillion in total assets and ₦3.2 trillion in customer deposits—ranking 9th and 11th in the industry, respectively.  With a network of 229 branches and 3.6 million customers nationwide, the merger positions the new bank as a major player in Nigeria's banking landscape. Both institutions expressed gratitude to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for facilitating the merger, calling it a pivotal move to reinforce the nation’s financial stability and boost investor trust. “This merger is not just about scale—it reflects growing confidence in Nigeria’s banking industry,” the banks said ...

Reports reaching us indicate that bandits are currently active in the Kumbashi area of Mariga Local Government area, Niger State.  Residents of surrounding communities, including Maburya, Kakihum, Ragada, and nearby areas, are strongly advised to exercise extreme caution to avoid falling victim to these criminal elements. We also call on the government to urgently address this growing security threat and take decisive action to curb the frequent attacks on these communities.  The rate of incidents this year has been alarming, with scarcely two weeks passing without reports of fresh attacks in the region.

Engr.(Dr) Yakub Usman Fnse The Newly crowned Tafarkin of Wurno The turbaning ceremony held on September 6, 2025 , for Engr. Yakub Usman, FCT Federal Comptroller of Works ,Alh.Abubakar Ahmad Sani, DIG  Police Rtd , as Tafarki and Tafida , along with seven other distinguished individuals , by the Sarkin Sudan of Wurno , has left an indelible mark on the hearts of Wurno residents and the proud recipients of these prestigious titles. The event was rich with tradition, color, and cultural pride, drawing admiration from locals and dignitaries alike. Below are some of the most memorable moments that captured the attention of all. Emir of Bwari (FCT) From Left:Engr. Mansur Maburya, Engr Yakub Usman TAFARKI $ Engr Saleh Rijau  The onah of Akpogu Engr. Yusuf Ibrahim , Engr. Mansur M. Maburya, The new Tafarkin of Wurno Engr, Yakub Usman Fnse, Engr. Kabiru Adegoke and others in a group photograph. Onah of Akpogu (Kogi State) with the new  TAFARKI of Wurno  At the Palace o...

In a colorful and well-attended ceremony held at the palace of the Sarkin Sudan of Wurno, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Comptroller for Works, Engr (Dr) Yakub Usman , was turbaned with the prestigious traditional title of Tafarkin Wurno . The event, which drew a large gathering of dignitaries from across Nigeria, took place today, September 6, 2025 and highlighted Engr. Usman's contributions to national development and his ties to the Wurno Emirate. Among the notable attendees were: The representative of Sarkin Zazzau Suleja (Niger State) Alh. Dalhatu Adamu The Emir of Bwari  (Alh. Awwal isah Ijakoro 11) Sarkin Wako (FCT) The Onah of Akpogu  (Engr. Yusuf Akpogu (Kogi State) The Federal Ministry of Works was also well represented, with the presence of Federal Comptrollers of Works from Kebbi , Sokoto , and Zamfara States. Adding to the significance of the occasion, alumni from the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT Minna) , Engr. Usman's alma mate...

Eight people were reportedly abducted yesterday in Maburya and nearby communities in Mariga Local government area of Niger state, by armed bandits. However, one of the victim has escaped and a woman was also said to have be released by the bandits.  The attackers had been terrorizing the area for nearly four days before retreating to their hideout with the victims and several herds of cattle.  Residents have urged the authorities to ensure the swift rescue of the abducted individuals and to take decisive action to end this ongoing menace in the region.

 Kontagora to Makera road in Niger State is block, following the collapse of the Babban Rami Bridge, an incident that has disrupted traffic on the route.  As it stands, there is no passable road between Kontagora and Makera.  This road is one of the worst in the country, as it takes 5 to 6 hours for a car to travel to Kontagora—a distance of less than 100 km. The road, which is a federal government road, has remained in its current deplorable condition for the past 10 years. Although the rehabilitation of this road was said to be part of the larger Makera–Kontagora–Yauri–Koko–Jega–Sokoto road project awarded by the federal government, only the Kontagora to Sokoto section has been completed.  The Makera to Kontagora stretch just under 100 km was abandoned, leaving residents of this area in a difficult situation, as the road remains a nightmare for travelers. This road serves approximately four Nigerian states Niger, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara as well as the Niger Rep...

Mariga Local Government Area in Niger State has come under siege as heavily armed bandits have reportedly taken control of several communities for nearly four consecutive days. The affected villages—Ragada, Kakihum, Maburya, and Kumbashi—are currently gripped by fear, with many residents forced into hiding for the past three days. Eyewitness reports indicate that the number of bandits terrorizing the area exceeds 200. These armed men are said to be moving freely within the communities, operating without restraint or immediate challenge. In a disturbing development, a staff member of a primary health care center, identified as Ibrahim, was abducted in Maburya village. The kidnappers are demanding a ransom from his family as a condition for his release. These attacks are part of a broader pattern of insecurity that has plagued the area for over three months. Local sources report that hardly a week passes without sightings or attacks by bandits. Just last week, the villages of Kakihum...