Christiana Gokyo, Jos Troops of Operation Enduring Peace in Plateau State, operating under the special mandate of Operation WUtan Daji, have neutralized two suspected terrorists and dismantled several criminal hideouts during a series of intensive clearance operations in Wase Local Government Area. The coordinated mission, carried out on April 4, 2026, in partnership with local vigilantes, targeted known insurgent corridors across Babangida, Adua, and Bokayi villages within the expansive Dutsen Zaki Forest. While traversing the Babangida, Adua road, the joint force engaged in a fierce firefight with a group of armed terrorists. The superior firepower of the troops led to…
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From Christiana Gokyo, Jos Barely four days after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu visited Heipang Airport to engage community leaders, religious figures, traditional rulers, and other stakeholders over the recent violence in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, fresh attacks have again rocked communities in the area. Pwomol Village in Heipang District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area came under attack when suspected armed Fulani terrorists stormed the community around midnight, killing two youths. The incident marks the second attack on the Heipang axis within one week. The victims were reportedly members of the local vigilante group…
From Mu’awuya Bala Idris, Katsina Crisis is brewing within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Katsina State following the endorsement of Yusuf Buhari and the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Nasiru Yahaya, as sole candidates for the House of Representatives and the Daura Senatorial seat. Last week, Triumph reported that, APC stakeholders in Sandamu Local Government Area, led by former Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Sani Sa’idu Fago, and the council chairman, Usman Na Lado, endorsed Yusuf Buhari, son of former President Muhammadu Buhari as the sole candidate for the Daura/Sandamu/Mai’adua Federal Constituency. The stakeholders also…
From Mu’awuya Bala Idris, Katsina The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Katsina State has expressed concern over the worsening insecurity in the state, particularly the rising cases of bandit attacks on communities in some parts of the state. The party strongly condemned the recent killing of a policeman and the abduction of several other people by suspected bandits in Sayaya village, Matazu Local Government Area. Speaking with newsmen, a chieftain of the party, Lawal Tukur Batagarawa, described the Matazu incident as another tragic reminder of the deteriorating security situation confronting many communities. He lamented the persistent attacks on communities in…
Usman Usman Garba Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has declared that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has no political relevance in Kano, describing the party as “dead on arrival” due to internal crises and lack of popular support. This was contained in a statement signed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. The governor made the remarks while addressing a large crowd of enthusiastic supporters in Kano shortly after his return from Abuja, where he participated in key political engagements. Governor Yusuf said the ADC has been plagued by unresolved internal conflicts which, according to him, have…
By Usman Usman Garba Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to good governance, unity, and sustained development, declaring that, by God willing, he would complete his first tenure and seek a second term in office despite what he described as unfounded claims by the opposition. The governor made this known on his return to Kano from Abuja, where he attended the All Progressives Congress National Convention. His arrival sparked a massive outpouring of support, as thousands of enthusiastic supporters trooped out to welcome him in what observers described as a strong show of political…
From Mu’awuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Government has strongly condemned the tragic killings that occurred in Kokami Village, Yakaji ‘A’ Ward of Danja Local Government Area of the state. The government was reacting to an incident that took place on April 4, 2026, following a disagreement between two individuals, Ibrahim Khalil Auwal and one Joe, also identified as K.C. Jones over the purchase of garri and sachet water at the latter’s shop. The minor altercation reportedly escalated when Joe allegedly stabbed Ibrahim Khalil Auwal during the dispute. The victim was rushed to Abdullahi Makama Hospital in Dabai Village,…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano witnessed a massive show of political strength and popular support as Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf returned to the state following his participation in the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. Thousands of supporters thronged the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport and major entry points into the city, turning the Governor’s arrival into a powerful display of grassroots dominance and party unity. The electrifying reception, marked by chants, music, and a sea of party flags, brought movement across key roads in…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano witnessed a massive show of political strength and popular support as Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf returned to the state following his participation in the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. Thousands of supporters thronged the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport and major entry points into the city, turning the Governor’s arrival into a powerful display of grassroots dominance and party unity. The electrifying reception, marked by chants, music, and a sea of party flags, brought movement across key roads in…
Christiana Gokyo, Jos The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has visited victims of the Angwan Rukuba attack in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State and donated N15 million to support their treatment. Yilwatda, who visited the victims at the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) described the attack as barbaric and unacceptable, vowing that the killings in Plateau State must come to an end. According to a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Communications Strategy, Mr. Abimbola Tooki, the APC Chairman was accompanied by his wife, Dr. Martina Yilwatda,…