Frontline traditional rulers in Taraba State have been honoured for their outstanding contributions to the fight against polio and the promotion of routine immunization across Taraba communities. The Taraba State Primary Health Care Development Agency (SPHCDA), in collaboration with the Chigari Foundation and other Advocacy, Communication and Social Mobilization (ACSM) partners, presented the awards to three traditional leaders in recognition of their roles in mobilising communities and supporting vaccination campaigns. Also recognised was the District Head of Muri Emirate, Alhaji Abba Tukur, who also serves as the State Chairman of the Social Mobilisation Committee. He was honoured for his exceptional…
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Former Sokoto State governor and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Tambuwal announced his resignation in a letter dated March 11, 2026, addressed to the PDP ward chairman in Tambuwal/Shinfiri Ward of Tambuwal Local Government Area in Sokoto State. In the letter, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nigeria said the move followed deep reflection and consultations with political associates and supporters. Tambuwal cited persistent internal crises, leadership disagreements, and widening divisions within the party as key reasons for…
The Ondo State Police Command has intensified its fight against kidnapping and other violent crimes with the establishment of a new tactical team base in Ilu-Abo community. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Adebowale Lawal, announced the move on Tuesday while addressing protesters in Ilu-Abo, where residents had raised concerns over recent security challenges affecting communities in the Ilu-Abo, Ayede and Ogbese axis. Lawal said the police command was fully aware of the grievances of residents and assured them that proactive measures were already underway to address the situation. “We understand the concerns of the people and we are…
The Women and Children Health Empowerment Foundation (WACHEF), with support from ActionAid Nigeria, has called for stronger protection of women’s rights and increased economic empowerment as a pathway to sustainable community development in Taraba State. The appeal was made during the commemoration of International Women’s Day held with communities in Gashaka Local Government Area under the Local Rights Programme (LRP). Speaking on behalf of the Chairman of WACHEF’s Board of Trustees, Dr. Garba Danjuma, and the Executive Director, Mrs. Beden Mergu Barnabas, the Programme Manager of the project, Wisdom Christopher, said women’s rights remain fundamental human rights that must be…
Search for Common Ground Nigeria has strengthened its partnership with the Benue State Government following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and the formal introduction of the R2 for Peace Project aimed at improving early warning and rapid response to violence in parts of North-Central Nigeria. The project, titled Rapid Response: Immediate Protection and Early Warning Support to Violence-Affected Communities, will be implemented across Benue State, Nasarawa State, Plateau State and Taraba State. A delegation from the organization led by Africa Regional Director Rajendra Mulmi and Country Director About Karno Outtara met with senior government officials in Benue…
The Taraba State Primary Health Care Development Agency, in collaboration with the Chigari Foundation and other Advocacy, Communication and Social Mobilization (ACSM) partners, has honoured traditional leaders for their outstanding contributions to polio eradication efforts across communities in the state. The award recognition ceremony, held on Tuesday at the Conference Hall of the Bureau for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Traditional Affairs, celebrated frontline traditional rulers who have shown exceptional commitment to supporting immunization campaigns and raising awareness on the importance of polio vaccination. Organisers said the event was designed to acknowledge the vital role traditional leaders play in mobilising their…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested 16 suspects linked to a suspected criminal network operating across Kano and Edo states. The arrests were carried out by the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad (CG-SIS) in a series of intelligence-led operations conducted in collaboration with the NSCDC Kano State Command and security operatives attached to BUA Cement Company in Okpella, Edo State. According to preliminary investigations, the suspects are alleged to be involved in various criminal activities, including kidnapping, illegal mining, unlawful possession and movement of firearms, criminal trespass, and dealings in counterfeit foreign currency. NSCDC operatives also…
Hyacinth Iormem Alia, the Executive Governor of Benue State, has declared a total crackdown on insecurity across the state, following the deployment of additional security personnel to troubled communities in Kwande and other affected local government areas. The governor made the declaration on Monday while receiving a briefing on the reinforcement of security forces sent to restore calm in the violence-hit communities. Governor Alia commended security agencies for what he described as their tireless efforts in stabilizing the affected areas, noting that the latest deployment marks the beginning of a decisive campaign to end insecurity in the state. In a…
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde Local Government Area following renewed violent attacks and disturbances in several communities within the area. The directive, which takes immediate effect, was announced on Sunday as part of measures by the Adamawa State Government to restore peace and prevent further breakdown of law and order. Governor Fintiri described the recent disturbances as unacceptable, warning that the government would not tolerate acts capable of threatening public safety. “Government views these disturbances as unacceptable and has directed security agencies to enforce the curfew strictly,” the governor said. He added that anyone…
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command Raiders Squad have arrested a suspected illegal firearm fabricator and recovered several locally manufactured guns along with equipment used for producing firearms. The spokesperson of the Delta State Police Command, Edafe Bright, disclosed this in a statement made available to Galaxy News. According to him, the operation was carried out at Emuhu community in Ika South Local Government Area of the state by a team led by the Raiders Commander, Superintendent of Police Akanya Agbogha. Police said the suspect, identified as 59-year-old Friday Ojei, was apprehended during the raid. A search conducted at…