Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board in Nigeria has announced the opening of registration for the 2027 Hajj pilgrimage, setting an initial deposit of N7.5 million.

Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Jigawa State for the J-Invest Summit 2026, an investment summit aimed at unlocking opportunities and driving sustainable growth.

The Jigawa State Pension Board has trained its internal auditors to improve effectiveness, address report delays, and strengthen collaboration for better scheme objectives.

The Jigawa State Government has approved N273.29 million for 20 greenhouses to enhance youth livelihoods and food security, in addition to N1.09 billion for road compensation.

The Jigawa State House of Assembly has suspended Auyo Local Government Speaker, Haruna Maigari, following allegations of anti-party activities that threaten the unity of the APC.

Nigeria's National Orientation Agency (NOA) has warned communities in Jigawa state to cease practices that worsen recurring floods and provided information on flood mitigation.

Residents in Jigawa State, Nigeria, are advocating for a complete ban on betting, citing significant financial losses and an increase in criminal behavior among young people.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State has adopted a consensus strategy for the 2027 elections. This move affirms Governor Namadi as their gubernatorial candidate and endorses the return of 18 incumbent lawmakers.

Participants of Senior Course 48 of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College commended Jigawa State's environment during a courtesy visit to Governor Umar Namadi.

Former Jigawa State governor and PDP chieftain, Sule Lamido, has called on party members to forgive each other and reconcile, emphasizing unity against other political parties.

The Jigawa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed recent defection rumours, asserting its unity and commitment to contesting all elective positions in the 2027 general elections. The party stated its focus remains on reclaiming power in the state.

The Jigawa State Assembly has ordered the recovery of public funds that went missing between 2019 and 2024, along with sanctions for officials involved in financial irregularities.

Jigawa State in Nigeria is working to expand its poultry sector, with a delegation of Indian investors conducting a four-day technical assessment of poultry facilities across the state.

Data-driven evidence from Jigawa State is showcasing how digital reforms are significantly improving learning outcomes and rewriting Nigeria’s education narrative on a global scale.

Police in Jigawa State, Nigeria, are investigating the alleged murder of a father by his son, an incident reported to have occurred on April 1.

UNICEF is collaborating with media and stakeholders in Jigawa State, Nigeria, to launch a polio vaccination campaign targeting 1.5 million children under five years old.

Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has granted a state pardon to 12 convicted inmates as a compassionate gesture to mark the Eid al-Fitr celebration.

Police in Kano have recovered several vehicles, two of which were reported stolen from Abuja and Jigawa State.

The Qatari Ambassador to Nigeria, Yousef Mohammed Ahmed Al-Hail, hosted a special Ramadan breakfast in honour of the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Umar A Namadi, at his residence in Abuja today, Wednesday, 11th March 2026, corresponding to 22nd Ramadan 1447AH The post Jigawa governor sympathises with Qatar over middle east conflict appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The High Court of Jigawa State has announced its Ramadan recess, which will run from March 9 to March 19, 2026, to allow staff to observe the holy month.

The governor of Jigawa state has assured that justice will be served in the abduction case of teenager Walida Abdulhadi, pledging full state support for her and her family.

The Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board has called on the State Comptroller of Immigration to ensure an efficient screening process for intending Hajj pilgrims in 2026.

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Governor Namadi of Jigawa State, Nigeria, declared the state open for business and unveiled an economic blueprint at the J-INVEST 2026 summit, aiming to drive sustainable growth.

Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu launched a new kidney disease clinic and a health-tech academy in Jigawa State. The initiative aims to enhance early detection and prevention of chronic kidney diseases in the region.

Jigawa State has approved ₦2.4 billion for various initiatives, including a strategic rollout of commercial greenhouses, compensation payouts for urban renewal projects, and a state-wide student welfare program.

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has assured 2,000 Batch ‘B’ Stream I corps members of their safety in Jigawa State. This assurance comes despite broader national insecurity concerns, with measures being taken to protect them during their service year.

The Governor of Jigawa State has ordered the suspension of three advisers and two councillors, in addition to four other aides indefinitely. This marks a series of suspensions within the state government.

Mustapha Sule Lamido has won the People's Democratic Party (PDP) 2027 governorship ticket for Jigawa State, pledging to rebuild the state and address pressing challenges.

Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering over one million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election.

Governor Namadi of Jigawa State met with a delegation from Hefei Shengwen Information Technology Company Limited of China, assuring them of a stable and supportive business environment.

A former representative from Jigawa state, Mr. Anas, who was abducted last Wednesday along the Kaduna-Abuja highway, has reportedly died while in bandits' captivity.

Jigawa State in Nigeria is set to enhance investment in aquaculture to further develop its fishery sector.

Jigawa State in Nigeria has allocated N353 for emergency response efforts as it faces a significant flood threat.

Misleading reports concerning alleged defections from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State, Nigeria, have been clarified. The state remains politically conscious ahead of the 2027 governorship and presidential elections.

The Maigatari Export Processing Zone (EPZ) in Jigawa State, Nigeria, is set for accelerated transformation into a major hub for trade and manufacturing. This development is highlighted as a key outcome of Namadi's recent tour to China.

The Speaker of the Jigawa State House of Assembly extended felicitations to Governor Namadi on his 63rd birthday on behalf of the entire State Assembly and its staff.

A 27-year-old man has been arrested in Jigawa State, Nigeria, on suspicion of patricide after allegedly setting his 60-year-old father on fire.

During Eid-el-Fitr, Governor Namadi of Jigawa State pledged to strengthen the agriculture sector, acknowledging the challenges faced by farmers in the country and emphasizing agriculture as a key investment for the people of Jigawa.

Nigeria's meteorological agency, NiMet, has predicted a three-day dust haze across the country starting Wednesday, with localized visibility potentially dropping to 1,000 meters or less in parts of Katsina, Kano, and Jigawa states.

The re-arraignment of the former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido and his sons on money laundering charges was stalled on Friday. The post Alleged N1.35bn Fraud: Court fixes date to begin retrial of…

The Jigawa State government has approved an increment in allowances for ward heads, known as maiunguwa, a decision made during a State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Umar Namadi.

The Jigawa State Government dismissed 22 vendors from its Ramadan feeding programme due to cheating, poor food quality, and financial misconduct. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-sacks-22-over-ramadan-feeding-scam/

Governor Namadi of Jigawa State announced that the state government will fully sponsor Miss Walida's education, ensuring she can continue her academic pursuits without hindrance.

Nigeria's State Security Service (SSS) has released Walida and her baby, handing them over to Governor Umar Namadi and other top officials of the Jigawa State Government in Abuja.

Jigawa State has approved an initial deposit of N7.5 million for the 2027 Hajj exercise, aiming for a smooth pilgrimage.

Jigawa State hosted northwest governors as Nigeria's First Lady, Remi Tinubu, launched food banks targeting vulnerable groups and an AI and robotics lab by NITDA.

An analysis suggests that internal crises within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have weakened their standing in Jigawa State, giving the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) an advantage for the 2027 elections.

Jigawa State has launched a world-first Enterprise AI suite in public schools, aiming to transform rural learning outcomes and strengthen data-driven education.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Jigawa State has indefinitely suspended its primaries collation following widespread violence and irregularities reported during the process.

Jigawa State in Nigeria has attracted $2 billion in investment interest from Chinese investors, with plans to revitalize the Maigatari Border Free Trade Zone and establish multiple industrial ventures.

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Jigawa State, Nigeria, celebrated its 53rd anniversary with a fitness walk and public lecture, reflecting on five decades of national service and youth development.

Governor Namadi expressed his condolences on the passing of former lawmaker Abba Anas Adamu, praying for the deceased and offering strength to his family and the people of Jigawa State.

The Jigawa State government has provided excavators and load-bed machines to tipper operators as part of Governor Namadi's 12-Point Agenda. This initiative aims to improve socio-economic well-being and foster sustainable development in the region.

Elders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa state, Nigeria, have endorsed President Tinubu and Governor Namadi for a second term in office following a meeting of the party's highest decision-making body.

Aminu Ringim, the 2023 NNPP governorship candidate for Jigawa State, has defected to the ADC party, signaling a shift in local politics ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Jigawa State Assembly has passed a vote of confidence on President Tinubu and Governor Namadi, commending their sustained support for the state's agricultural sector ahead of the 2027 elections.

Jigawa State Governor Namadi emphasized education as the state's strongest investment during the 2nd combined Convocation Ceremony of Sule Lamido University, Kafin-Hausa.

A significant number of schools across Jigawa State, Nigeria, have recently undergone total renovation and facilities upgrading.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reiterated its demand for the retrial of former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, his sons, and others by the initial trial judge, Justice Ijeoma Ojukwu.

A tragic fire outbreak in Dutse, Jigawa State, Nigeria, resulted in the deaths of two young children belonging to a university lecturer, with another blaze causing significant property damage in the area.

An ally of former Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, who served as council chairperson during Badaru’s second term as Governor of Jigawa State, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The retrial of former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, his two sons, and others, facing charges of alleged N1.35 billion fraud, was stalled at the Federal High Court in Abuja.

Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has approved a significant increase in the monthly allowance for ward heads (Maiunguwa) from N3,000 to N10,000.

Former Minister of Defence, Muhammed Badaru, is facing defection rumours from the ruling APC to the ADC in Jigawa State, Nigeria, ahead of the 2027 elections, despite his public denials.

An alleged love affair between a Department of State Services operative and a young woman from Jigawa State has sparked uproar, exposing the fragility of Nigeria’s religious equilibrium.

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and the Jigawa State Government have formally intervened in a controversy involving a woman named Walida and an operative of the State Security Service (SSS).