The Kebbi State Government has appointed Ismaila Arzika-Mungadi as the Sole Administrator for Abdullahi Fodio University after dissolving its council.

The Kebbi State Government has dissolved the governing council of Abdullahi Fodio University and removed its Vice-Chancellor along with other principal officers.

Kebbi State has launched a targeted initiative to enroll nomadic Fulani children in school, providing materials and bilingual teachers to boost education access.

President Tinubu has offered condolences to Kebbi State following a bandit attack that claimed lives, including security personnel and the Speaker, and pledged support for the victims' families.

Former Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami returned to Kebbi State after 123 days, drawing large crowds and sparking political discussions ahead of the 2027 elections.

Gunmen have reportedly killed at least 20 persons in several communities in Niger State and dozens more in Kebbi, with additional casualties in Plateau State.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has pledged to secure the state for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections, following a strategic meeting with key All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders.

Suspected armed men in Samia, Kebbi State, Nigeria, have reportedly blocked and detained several Ghanaian trucks transporting vegetables from Niger to Ghana.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris is seeking investment from the UK to enhance the state's power supply, aiming to foster industrialization and economic growth.

Troops in Nigeria's North-West have intensified military operations, successfully neutralizing several bandits and dismantling criminal networks across Sokoto, Zamfara, and Kebbi States.

Gunmen launched an attack in Nigeria's northwestern state of Kebbi, resulting in the deaths of nine Nigerian troops and injuries to several others, according to security sources and local officials.

Police in Kebbi State, Nigeria, confirmed that multiple fatalities resulted from a violent clash between youth groups during the Sallah celebration in the Argungu Local Government Area.

Farmers in Nigeria's Kebbi State are returning to their farms as government and security agencies have strengthened security in bandit-prone villages, ensuring a smoother farming season.

The Kebbi State Government has expanded its investigation into the tragic deaths of two children at the General Hospital, Zuru, by involving security agencies, including the Police and the Department…

The Kebbi State chapter of the African Democratic Congress has welcomed the return of a former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, to the state after his release from custody, describing it as a reaffirmation of hope in justice and due process. The party, in a statement on Tuesday signed by its Publicity Secretary, Habibu Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-adc-celebrates-malamis-release-urges-calm/

The Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, has approved the immediate payment of March salaries to all state government workers to help them prepare for the forthcoming Eid al-Fitr celebrations.

Gunmen assaulted a police border checkpoint in Kebbi State, Nigeria, along the Bakin Ruwa–Maje road, resulting in the deaths of two police officers.

Following a failed ambush on an Army General Officer Commanding, GOC, in Kebbi State, suspected Lakurawa terrorists have attacked a mosque in Dadinkowa community, Maiyama Local Government Area, killing six worshippers and injuring three others in the latest assault on fasting Muslims. The post Reprisal: Lakurawa terrorists attack mosque, kill six worshippers in Kebbi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Troops of the Nigerian Army foiled a deadly ambush targeting the General Officer Commanding (GOC), Major General Bemgha Koughna, in Kebbi State, neutralizing five terrorists.

Thousands of local fishermen were making waves again at the UNESCO-listed fishing festival in Kebbi state. The annual event has not been held for the past 6 years due to regional insecurity.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has officially submitted his All Progressives Congress (APC) nomination form, signaling his bid for re-election for a second term in the upcoming 2027 elections.

UN agencies, including UNICEF and WHO, have praised Kebbi state's investments in healthcare and its efforts to revitalize health centers and combat polio. They urged for sustained efforts in the fight against polio.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has appointed former NCoS boss, Jafar Jega, as the Amirul Hajj for the 2026 pilgrimage, leading a 19-member delegation.

Kebbi State in Nigeria has trained 63 local government officers in a digital communication workshop aimed at improving grassroots engagement and information management.

Following attacks that left 44 dead in Kebbi state, Nigerian police launched a statewide offensive in Shanga LGA, recovering rifles and deploying security forces.

Muhammad Zuru, the Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly in Nigeria, has passed away while in Egypt.

Suspected bandits launched a coordinated night attack on several communities in Kebbi State, Nigeria, destroying homes and causing an undisclosed number of casualties.

The Kebbi State Police Command successfully thwarted an attempt by the Lakurawa terrorist group to rustle 33 cows along the Kamba–Kangiwa road. During the operation, police neutralized one bandit.

A federal lawmaker from Kebbi state has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing unresolved leadership challenges and prolonged litigations within the PDP as reasons for his defection.

Gunmen ambushed troops in the Giro Masa community of Shanga Local Government Area in Kebbi State, Nigeria, killing 10 security personnel in what Governor Nasir Idris called a ‘barbaric and unacceptable’ attack.

Armed jihadists ambushed security forces in a village in Kebbi state, northwestern Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of several soldiers.

Police in Kebbi State have detained all suspects linked to the deaths of two young sisters at General Hospital, Zuru. This development follows the state government's initiation of a probe panel into the incident.

Two nurses have been taken into police custody following the deaths of two young sisters at a General Hospital in Zuru, Kebbi State, Nigeria, allegedly due to a wrong injection.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has approved the constitution of a special committee to investigate the unfortunate death of two children at General Hospital, Zuru. The post Kebbi gov orders probe…

Residents of Zauro community in Kebbi State have praised Governor Idris and his aide for distributing Ramadan palliatives, providing timely relief to households during the fasting period.

The Kebbi State Govt dismisses a viral Ramadan palliative video as a ‘stage-managed drama,’ claiming the man featured is a psychiatric patient. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-in-viral-ramadan-palliative-video-mentally-ill-kebbi-govt/

Governor Nasir Idris has made significant investments in educational infrastructure in Kebbi State, committing billions of naira to the renovation, rehabilitation, and construction of facilities.

Suspected terrorists attack a mosque in Kebbi State, killing five worshippers and injuring three during prayers. Police have confirmed the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-attack-mosque-in-kebbi-kill-five-worshippers/

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State, Nigeria, has ordered a renewed crackdown on bandits following coordinated attacks on six villages in the Arewa Local Government Area, near the border with Niger Republic.

The Kebbi State Government has showcased N7 billion worth of urban renewal projects, including street lighting, road expansion, and infrastructure development, aimed at improving the state's infrastructure.

The Kebbi State Police Command has defended the detention of ADC Chairman Sufiyanu Bala, asserting that his arrest is legal and based on a valid court order.

Kebbi State in Nigeria has established a committee to address persistent power outages with KEDCO, suspending a N150 million monthly payment due to poor service delivery.

Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima visited Kebbi State to offer condolences to the families of fallen heroes and the late Speaker, expressing solidarity with the people and security agencies.

The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Zuru, was laid to rest in a ceremony attended by thousands of mourners and dignitaries.

Muhammad Zuru, the Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, has reportedly died in Cairo, Egypt, where he was receiving medical treatment.

Armed bandits attacked and set communities ablaze in the Gebbe District of Shanga Local Government Area of Kebbi State, Nigeria, on Sunday night. The attack resulted in the deaths of four people.

A former scribe for Nigeria's Kebbi State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) revealed that state executives are resigning en masse due to an internal party crisis and Governor Wike's perceived alliance with the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The Kebbi State Government in Nigeria has issued a directive requiring all political office holders planning to contest the 2027 general elections to resign their appointments. The deadline for resignation is set for March 31, 2026.

Armed militants ambushed Nigerian security forces responding to a distress call in Kebbi state, northwestern Nigeria. The attack resulted in the deaths of nine soldiers, one police officer, and one resident.

Gunmen carried out a deadly ambush in Kebbi State’s Shanga LGA, killing several military and police officers, causing multiple casualties, and destroying vehicles.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has appealed for calm in the Alwasa community following a deadly communal clash between Hausa and Fulani residents that resulted in three fatalities.

A coalition of Kebbi State stakeholders, including traditional rulers and APC leaders, has endorsed Governor Nasir Idris for a second term, citing his achievements.

The Kebbi State Government has launched an investigation into the hospital deaths of two children following allegations of a wrongful injection in Zuru. Read More:…

The Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency in Nigeria has finalized the visa issuance process for all its 2026 Hajj pilgrims, marking a significant step in their preparations for the annual pilgrimage.

The Nigeria Police Force begins its physical and credentials screening for police constable applicants in Kebbi State from March 9 to April 18, 2026. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-begin-constable-recruitment-screening-in-kebbi-march-9/

Kebbi State’s governor ordered a probe into a school fire after personally helping evacuate 140 students. No lives were lost in the unfortunate incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-gov-orders-probe-after-140-students-escape-school-fire/

The police spokesperson in Kebbi State, Bashir Usman, said the attack occurred around 8:30 p.m. The post Police confirm killing of worshippers in Kebbi mosque attack appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Kebbi State government has announced a reduction in working hours for civil servants during the holy month of Ramadan, as detailed in a letter from the Ministry for Establishment, Pension and Training.