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Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Maiduguri

October 20, 2026

EFCC arraigns four over alleged N44 million contract fraud in Maiduguri

The case was adjourned until November 4, 2026, for the commencement of trial.

Ruth Emmanuel, Ibrahim Dogo Hyelni, Esther Loretta Gabari, and Gbenga Obanewo
October 20, 2026

103 ISWAP terrorists killed in air strikes in North-East: Military

Mohammed Goni, the acting spokesman for Hadin Kai operation in the North-East, said the operation lasted 18 days.

October 15, 2026

ICRC reports 18% rise in malnutrition cases in North-East

ICRC says malnutrition admissions have risen by 18 per cent at its supported health facilities in the North-East, from 17,000 cases in 2025 to nearly 20,000 in 2026.

Malnourished kids in North-East
October 15, 2026

Northerners have nothing to fear about Tinubu’s re-election, says Shettima

Vice-President Kashim Shettima says Northern Nigeria has nothing to fear from President Bola Tinubu’s re-election, urging regional leaders to support his bid for a second term.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima
October 13, 2026

Nigerian military kills several Boko Haram child soldiers in Adamawa

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai repelled an attack by Boko Haram, killing six insurgents in Garaha in the Hong council area of Adamawa.

October 12, 2026

Nearly 2,000 health workers employed in two years: Borno Govt

Mr Kaza said recruiting doctors, nurses, and other health professionals has helped reduce staffing gaps.

WHO training Borno health workers
October 12, 2026

Over 40 ISWAP terrorists killed in Borno airstrike, says military

The air component of Operation Hadin Kai says it killed over 40 Islamic State West Africa Province terrorists, including a commander, in an airstrike on Badu village.

Guzamala area of Borno
October 1, 2026

Gov Zulum highlights post-insurgency recovery, Kwara speaker urges selflessness

Mr Zulum highlighted the state’s post-insurgency recovery, citing the return of about two million displaced persons and the reconstruction of more than 30,000 buildings.

October 1, 2026

Scores of terrorists, three soldiers killed in Adamawa, says military

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North-East), Operation HADIN KAI, have killed scores of terrorists and recovered assorted arms and ammunition during operations in Adamawa.

September 29, 2026

NEDC to sustain, improve ISO certification: Alkali

The North-East Development Commission says it is committed to sustaining and improving its certification by the International Organisation for Standardisation.

NEDC director-general Mohammed Alkali