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Nigerian Army Chief Lt Gen Waidi Shaibu emphasizes the importance of morale and commitment among troops during special Sallah luncheons in Edo and Katsina states.

A violent clash between a vigilante group and repentant bandits in Nigeria's Katsina State has left 18 dead, with officials stating the incident involved a violent reprisal attack.

The Katsina State Government confirmed that 18 people were killed in a violent clash between a vigilante group and repentant bandits in Nigeria.

A suicide attack in Nigeria has resulted in the deaths of at least 23 individuals, amidst a broader rise in violence across the nation.

Suspected bandits killed at least 15 people in an attack on Falele village in Katsina State, Nigeria, following a clash with local security guards and vigilantes.

A series of attacks by ISWAP and Boko Haram in Nigeria has resulted in the deaths of at least 65 soldiers over the past three weeks, with significant casualties in Borno and Katsina states.

The Nigerian Army mourns the deaths of a Lieutenant Colonel and a Captain, among others, killed by terrorists in attacks across Borno and Katsina states.

Nigerian military forces reportedly killed 45 armed bandits during a fierce gun battle in Katsina as the bandits were attempting to steal cattle.

Nigerian troops engaged in a deadly confrontation with bandits in Katsina State, resulting in the death of a captain, two soldiers, and 45 bandits.

Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda congratulates Ibrahim Masari on his appointment as Special Adviser on Political Affairs by President Bola Tinubu.

An armed bandit attack on a Civil Protection Guard checkpoint in Katsina-Ala, Benue State, resulted in one death and two injuries.

The All Progressives Congress has elected new executives in Imo and Katsina states following state congresses.

The Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda has reshuffled his cabinet, nominating two commissioners and appointing new senior aides and a new agency head.

The Managing Director of the Katsina State Water Board, Tukur Tingilin, has died in an auto crash, prompting an expression of grief from the Katsina State Governor.

The Commissioner for Local Government and Children’s Welfare in Katsina State claims local governments are operating with full autonomy due to improved federal allocations and economic reforms.

A training session in Katsina State, Nigeria, educated 74 community media actors on ethical reporting and combating misinformation and hate speech.

A total of 164 women in Katsina, Nigeria, have been trained as ward facilitators to promote economic empowerment and social inclusion at the grassroots level.

Katsina State in Nigeria announced the rescue of 21 kidnapped individuals and the arrest of four suspects following a security operation.

The chairman of the APC congress committee in Katsina State believes that the successful congresses indicate a promising outlook for the party in the upcoming 2027 elections.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission is monitoring N13.5 billion worth of constituency projects in Katsina State as part of its ongoing accountability exercise.

Katsina Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua mourns the death of Rivers Senator Barinada Mpigi, highlighting his legacy as a unifying figure and devoted nationalist.

The Katsina State government has introduced a 15-year master plan aimed at fostering urban development in Katsina, Daura, and Funtua in response to anticipated population growth.

Katsina State police successfully thwarted a bandit attack in Dandume, leading to the deaths of two suspects and the tragic killing of one civilian.

The Katsina State Government has performed free eye surgeries for 1,000 underprivileged patients, successfully addressing their medical needs.

The Katsina State Police Command reported the recovery of 554 stolen animals and weapons following a clash with bandits in Kafur Local Government Area.

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has returned 46 trafficked women and children to the Katsina State Government after they were intercepted while attempting to travel irregularly to Chad.

The Katsina State Governor has approved automatic employment for the best graduates of Umaru Musa Yar'adua University after their National Youth Service.

The All Progressives Congress has replaced Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma with former Katsina State Governor Aminu Bello Masari as the Chairman of the National Convention Central Coordination Committee, ahead of the convention scheduled for March 2026.

The Coalition of Northern Groups condemned deadly attacks in Kwara and Katsina states, calling for urgent security reforms in response to the deteriorating situation.

The Katsina State Government plans to recruit 4,000 teachers and medical personnel to improve healthcare delivery and address manpower shortages in public schools.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar condemned the recent deadly attacks in Kwara, Benue, and Katsina states, highlighting the deepening security crisis in Nigeria.

The Northern Senators Forum has urged the Federal Government to quickly recruit more security personnel in response to increasing violent attacks, particularly after recent incidents in Kwara, Katsina, and Benue states that resulted in over 130 fatalities.

The Katsina State Government has successfully deployed over 30MW of renewable energy in under two and a half years as part of efforts to reduce energy poverty and enhance electricity supply.

Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda has launched a workshop focused on the Public-Private Partnership framework for the Executive Council to promote sustainable development and fiscal responsibility.

The Senate has called on President Bola Tinubu to set up a military barracks in Katsina to address the increasing violence from banditry, following recent attacks that resulted in 35 deaths across local government areas.

The Federal Government plans to deduct ₦3.6 trillion to manage electricity subsidies, while NECO announces the 2025 results, bandit attacks in Katsina and Kwara result in 30 deaths, and PDP governors resist political maneuvers before upcoming elections.

Over 30 people were killed in separate bandit attacks in Katsina and Kwara states, as rural communities faced renewed violence with properties destroyed and residents fleeing.

The All Progressives Congress in Katsina State has endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Dikko Radda for the 2027 elections, reinforcing the party's stronghold in the region.