Umar Bago Cancels Sallah Activities Over Mokwa Flood
Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has announced the cancellation of all official Eid-el-Kabir celebrations across the state in honor of victims affected by the devastating flood that struck Mokwa Local Government Area on May 29, 2025. The flood is considered one of the worst in the state’s history, leading to the loss of over […]
FG Warns FCT, 30 States Against High Risk of Flooding
The Federal Government has issued a warning that 30 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are at high risk of flooding, following last Thursday’s devastating flood in Mokwa, Niger State. The disaster claimed over 200 lives, destroyed numerous homes, and displaced thousands of residents. Additionally, more than 500 people have been reported missing, increasing […]
Niger State To Arrest Individuals With Dreadlocks or Weavons
In a controversial move aimed at addressing the growing insecurity in Niger State, Governor Umar Bago has ordered security agents to arrest individuals spotted with dreadlocks or wearing weavons, describing the fashion choices as signs of “rascality.” The directive, which was captured in a now-viral video, sparked widespread reactions across social media and civil society […]
Protest Rocks Minna as Residents Block Roads Over High Cost Of Living
Some aggrieved Nigerians blocked major roads in Minna, the Niger State capital yesterday, to protest the soaring cost of living and worsening economic condition of the people under the present administration of President Bola Tinubu. Chanting songs, the protesters, including women and youths, said, “The rising cost of food items and poor government effort to […]