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Katsina agency MD dies in auto crash as gov mourns

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.

Feb 27 β€’ 09:30 UTC
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National & Local

Katsina LGs operate 100% autonomy, says commissioner

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.

Feb 27 β€’ 01:01 UTC
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National & Local

Group trains media personnel in fact-checking skills

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

Feb 27 β€’ 00:11 UTC
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National & Local

Group trains 164 Katsina women to lead grassroots economic, social inclusion

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.

Feb 26 β€’ 20:04 UTC
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National & Local

Katsina receives 21 kidnap victims, arrests four suspects

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

Feb 21 β€’ 19:42 UTC
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National & Local

Successful APC congresses signal 2027 victory, says committee chair

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.

Feb 21 β€’ 15:49 UTC
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National & Local

ICPC tracks N13.5bn constituency projects in Katsina

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.

Feb 20 β€’ 15:46 UTC
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National & Local

Mpigi a bridge-builder, Katsina senator mourns

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

Feb 20 β€’ 09:25 UTC
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National & Local

PHOTOS: Katsina governor unveils 15-year master plans for urban development

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.

Feb 18 β€’ 23:36 UTC
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National & Local

Police foil bandits’ attack, kill two suspects in Katsina

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

Feb 18 β€’ 22:55 UTC
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National & Local

Katsina conducts 1,000 free eye surgeries

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

Feb 16 β€’ 05:58 UTC
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National & Local

Police recover 554 stolen animals, weapons in Katsina

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

Feb 10 β€’ 20:43 UTC
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National & Local

NAPTIP returns 46 trafficked women, children to Katsina govt

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.

Feb 10 β€’ 01:34 UTC
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National & Local

Katsina governor approves automatic employment for best varsity graduates

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

Feb 7 β€’ 19:08 UTC
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National & Local

APC drops Uzodimma as convention committee chair

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.

Feb 7 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Northern group condemns Kwara, Katsina attacks, demands security reforms

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

Feb 6 β€’ 17:28 UTC
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National & Local

Katsina to recruit 4,000 teachers, medical personnel

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

Feb 6 β€’ 02:37 UTC
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National & Local

Insecurity: Atiku slams killings in Kwara, Benue, Katsina

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

Feb 5 β€’ 21:57 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Killings: Northern senators urge FG to recruit more security personnel

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.

Feb 5 β€’ 19:14 UTC
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National & Local

Katsina deploys over 30MW renewable power in two years β€” Gov’s aide

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.

Feb 5 β€’ 15:13 UTC
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National & Local

Radda unveils PPP training for Katsina executive council

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.

Feb 4 β€’ 20:22 UTC
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National & Local

Banditry: Senate asks Tinubu to site military barracks in Katsina after fresh killings

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.

Feb 4 β€’ 15:39 UTC
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National & Local

Morning recap: FG to deduct ₦3.6tn electricity subsidy, NECO 2025 results out, bandits kill 30 in fresh attacks, other top stories

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.

Feb 4 β€’ 06:40 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Bandits kill 30 in fresh Katsina, Kwara attacks

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.

Feb 4 β€’ 00:20 UTC
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National & Local

2027: Katsina APC endorses Tinubu, Radda for re-election

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.

Feb 2 β€’ 21:02 UTC

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