SMEs: 1,800 women to get interest-free loan in Sokoto
The Sokoto State government, through its Giginya Microfinance Bank, will be offering interest-free loans to about 1,800 women in the state. The 1,800 women will […]
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Sokoto: Police warn against unauthorised use of siren
The Sokoto State Police Command has warned members of the public against unauthorised use of siren in their vehicles. The public was also warned to […]
Police arrest 10 alleged cattle rustlers, bandits informant
The Police Command in Sokoto state, says it has arrested no fewer than 10 persons suspected of rustling 24 sheep, 11 cows and eight goats […]
EFCC, CBN seek stronger partnership in Sokoto
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, have pledged to strengthen collaboration and cooperation as part of efforts […]
Sokoto to secure N65.7bn loan for agriculture, infrastructure, others
By Abdallah el-Kurebe, Editor Sokoto state government, says it will obtain a loan of N65.757 billion from local banks to fast track agricultural development, housing, […]
Sokoto spends N19bn on classrooms construction, rehabilitation in 5 years
By Abdallah el-Kurebe, Editor Sokoto state governor, Aminu Tambuwal, says his administration had spent the sum of N19 billion on construction and renovation of 948 […]
Sokoto, UK partner to rejuvenate state legal system
By Abdallah el-Kurebe, Editor Sokoto state and government of the United Kingdom, UK, have agreed to partner to rejuvenate the state’s legal system. The state […]
Sokoto approves N30,000 minimum wage implementation from January
By Abdallah el-Kurebe, Editor The Sokoto State Executive Council (EXCO), during its meeting on Wednesday, approved the implementation of N30,000 minimum wage for workers from […]
Tambuwal extends hands of fellowship to opposition parties, As Sultan sues for unity
By Abdallah el-Kurebe Governor Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto, has extended hands of fellowship to the opposition parties to join hands with his administration to develop […]
UPDATE: How Tambuwal won at Supreme Court
By Abdallah el-Kurebe The Supreme Court on Monday, declared Aminu Tambuwal as the duly elected Governor of Sokoto state and dismissed the appeal by Ahmed […]
Sokoto residents celebrate Tambuwal’s victory at Supreme Court
Residents trooped out to almost all streets in Sokoto metropolis celebrating the affirmation of Aminu Tambuwal, as the duly elected governor of Sokoto state by […]
Sokoto revives Child Protection committee to fight abuse, violence
The Sokoto State Government has revived the state’s Child Protection Network Committee to fight violence against women and children, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hajiya […]
Sokoto to pay minimum wage, verifies unscheduled staff
By Abdallah el-Kurebe, Editor Sokoto state government has reiterated its resolve to pay the N30,000 minimum wage, and to embark on a wide-scale staff audit […]
Sokoto to partner Muslim students against moral decadence
By Abdallah el-Kurebe Sokoto state government, has reaffirmed its willingness to partner with Muslim Students Society of Nigeria (MSSN), towards moral rejuvenation of the youths […]
2020: Tambuwal signs N202bn budget, applauds APC controlled Assembly
By Abdallah el-Kurebe Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokoto State, on Friday night assented to the 2020 appropriation bill of N202 billion into law. He […]
Sokoto to establish agency for societal re-orientation – Tambuwal
By Abdallah el-Kurebe Sokoto state government has reiterated its resove to establish agency for societal reorientation. Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, stated this when he received […]
Sokoto approves purchase 118 transformers
Sokoto State Executive Council, on Tuesday presided over by Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, approved the sum of N578 million for the purchase of 118 transformers […]
Sokoto Assembly passes N202.4bn budget for 2020
The Sokoto State House of Assembly on Tuesday passed the state’s 2020 Appropriation Bill of N202.4 billion, presented by Governor Aminu Tambuwal on December 3rd. […]
EFCC nabs 4 suspected fraudsters in Sokoto, Kebbi
The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), says arrested one Amina Kabo, Manager of Olive Microfinance Bank, and three others, suspected to be operating a […]
Giginya Micro Finance Bank debuts in Sokoto
By Abdallah el-Kurebe The Sokoto state government-owned Giginya Micro Finance Bank has commenced operation. Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, disclosed this Monday when he received a […]
Appeal Court Judgment: Tambuwal reacts to victory
Sokoto state governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has reacted to the judgement of the Appeal Court, saying he dedicates the victory to Almighty God He also appealed […]
Sokoto: Appeal Court affirms Sen. Gobir’s election
The Court of Appeal sitting in Sokoto on Tuesday upheld the election of Sen. Ibrahim Gobir as senator representing Sokoto East. The court dismissed the […]
Sokoto: Appeal Court affirms Sen. Wamakko’s election
By Abdallah el-Kurebe The Court of Appeal sitting in Sokoto, on Monday, upheld the election of Senator Aliyu Wamakko, who represents Sokoto North Senatorial District. […]
Water: Sokoto procures new pumping machines
By Abdallah el-Kurebe Desirous of providing adequate water supply for the people of the state, Sokoto government has procured new water pumping machines to replace […]
Police resuscitates public complaints bureau in Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command says it has resuscitated and rebranded its public complaints bureau to receive genuine complaints from the people of the state. […]