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The Yobe State Hisbah Commission has imposed a ban on public gatherings and male-female interactions during the Sallah celebrations, citing security and Islamic moral concerns.

The Defence Headquarters clarified that recent statements made by the Chief of Defence Staff regarding the residents of Borno and Yobe States were misinterpreted and did not imply any general accusations of complicity in terrorism.

The Yobe State Government in Nigeria has ordered the temporary closure of recreational centres during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations due to security concerns.

The Chief of Defence Staff of Nigeria urged residents in Borno and Yobe states to reject support for terrorist activities to combat insecurity effectively.

The Yobe State Police Command has cautioned against false alarms and misinformation during Eid celebrations, emphasizing the potential dangers to public safety.

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni donated N10 million to support victims' families affected by recent bomb explosions in Maiduguri, Borno State.

The Yobe State Government has initiated early payment of March salaries to assist civil servants in preparing for Eid al-Fitr.

Travelers to Yobe and Borno states are facing a new security procedure involving a two-kilometer walk across checkpoints due to a recent spate of attacks.

The Yobe State Police Command has increased security measures in the state following recent bomb blasts in Maiduguri, Borno State, in preparation for the upcoming Sallah festivities.

Dr Ali Tikau, a former governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party in Yobe State, has defected to the African Democratic Congress during a ceremony attended by many supporters.

Nigerian troops successfully repelled an ISWAP attack in Yobe State, killing over 20 insurgents during the skirmish.

The Nigerian military successfully repelled an attack by ISWAP fighters in Yobe State, killing over 20 insurgents during the skirmish.

The First Lady of Yobe State distributed food items to 2,000 vulnerable women as part of an initiative to support them during Ramadan.

The Governor of Yobe State, Mai Mala Buni, has provided new Honda Accord vehicles to the APC chairmen of all 17 local government areas to enhance party activities.

Residents of Potiskum, Yobe State, express frustration over the prolonged abandonment of the Accident and Emergency Unit at the Potiskum Specialist Hospital, sparking concerns about emergency medical services in the area.

The Nigeria Police have arrested a suspected motorcycle thief linked to an interstate theft gang in Yobe State.

Nigerian troops successfully thwarted an attack by Boko Haram on a military base in Yobe State.

The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted a significant shipment of tramadol valued at N273 million in Yobe State, targeting the illicit drug trade.

The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs in Nigeria has initiated the distribution of food aid to 42,000 vulnerable residents in Yobe State as part of a national initiative to combat hunger and poverty.

The Nigerian Bar Association has condemned the police's alleged beating and abuse of lawyer Saminu Na’iloka while he was fulfilling his professional duties in Yobe State.

Alhaji Muhammad Gadaka has been re-elected as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Yobe State during a state congress in Damaturu.

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni expressed his unwavering loyalty to his political benefactor, Ibrahim Gaidam, stating he would rather die than betray him.

Shi’ite protesters in Yobe State, Nigeria, demonstrate against the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khameini, expressing solidarity with Iran and condemning foreign interference.

The Yobe State Governor has sanctioned the delivery of food supplies to support vulnerable households during Ramadan in the state.

The Yobe State Government is planning to create a State Drug Abuse Prevention and Rehabilitation Agency to combat drug abuse and substance dependency in the state.

The North East Development Commission has provided rescue boats and relief materials to Yobe State residents following a deadly boat accident.

Nigerian troops have neutralized 29 Boko Haram terrorists in coordinated operations across Borno and Yobe states over a weekend.

The Governor of Yobe State has allocated over N398 million for the Ramadan feeding program to support vulnerable residents.

The Yobe State Government has revised official working hours for civil servants in observance of Ramadan, allowing for earlier closing times.

The Nigeria Union of Teachers has given a two-week ultimatum to Gombe and Yobe states to implement the new minimum wage for teachers, criticizing the lag in payment compared to other sectors.

Yobe State Police successfully prevented a kidnapping and apprehended four suspects involved in various criminal activities.

The Federal Road Safety Corps in Nigeria has refuted a media claim that 120 fatalities occurred on a major road, correcting inaccurate reporting of crash statistics.

The Yobe State Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has denied an online report claiming that 120 deaths occurred on the Damaturu–Buni Yadi road, asserting that the figures are inaccurate and were incorrectly attributed to the Sector Commander.

The new Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Gashua, Professor Yaqub Geidam, has commenced his role and outlined his agenda for enhancing the university's academic and infrastructural development.

A fire at the residence of APC Zonal Woman Leader Hajiya Fatima Mairiga in Yobe caused two injuries and significant property damage.

An 18-year-old woman was arrested in Yobe State, Nigeria, for allegedly mutilating her husband's genitals during a domestic dispute.

The African Democratic Congress plans to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress in Yobe State in the upcoming 2027 elections, focusing on strengthening grassroots structures.

Hassan Ahmadu, a 17-year-old student at Government Science and Technical College in Yobe, was killed by classmates in a bullying incident.

A teacher from Yobe State, Gambo Lawan, has been recognized as the Best Teacher in the North-East and awarded a N25 million prize at a national ceremony.

An 18-year-old woman in Yobe State, Nigeria, allegedly stabbed her husband in a domestic dispute, leading to severe injuries.

An 18-year-old woman has reportedly stabbed her husband during a domestic dispute in Potiskum, Yobe State, prompting a police manhunt.

Over 18,193 individuals have received digital training through a European Union-funded program in Borno and Yobe, aimed at bridging the digital gender gap and enhancing community capacity in fragile areas.

An 18-year-old suspect named Shettima Adamu and five accomplices have been arrested in Yobe State for theft and related offenses after numerous complaints from local shop owners.

The Yobe State Police have arrested 26 suspects for their involvement in illegal tree felling which is contributing to desertification in the region.

The Yobe State Police have apprehended an 18-year-old suspect and five accomplices for burglary and theft, following complaints from local shop owners.

The Yobe State Police have arrested 26 men for illegal tree felling in Garaji village, linked to complaints from local authorities about desertification.

The National Examinations Council (NECO) announced a 78% pass rate for the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination while uncovering instances of whole-centre malpractice in Niger, Kano, and Yobe.

Nigerian troops have destroyed three terrorist detention facilities in the Timbuktu Triangle, enabling the escape of 70 captives and resulting in 32 insurgent deaths during a coordinated operation.

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni launched a financial empowerment programme aimed at benefiting women, girls, and displaced persons, with over N1.2 billion allocated for various initiatives.

Nigerian troops from Operation Hadin Kai have destroyed three ISWAP detention facilities in Borno and Yobe states, resulting in the deaths of 32 terrorists and the rescue of 70 hostages.