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Lina Tv, NCWS BUILDING, OLD SECRETARIAT, MINNA, Minna (2026)

01/09/2026

FARMER GOV. BAGO PAYS CONDOLENCE VISIT TO PERM.SEC. NIGER STATE PENSION BOARD JOANNA PADA OVER SON'S LOSS.

The executive governor of Niger State, farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago has paid condolence visit to the family of the Permanent Secretary Niger State Pension Board, Jonna Pada over the demise of her son, Paul Yisa Pada.

Farmer Bago who commiserated with the family of the deceased in Minna said, he was shocked and devastated when he heard about the demise of Paul.

He however urged the family to take it in good faith and remain resolute in prayers as death is a natural phenomenon which every soul must taste.

Farner Umaru Bago said, as faithfuls, they should believe in destiny even as he admitted that it is not always easy for parents when they lose a loved one.

The farmer governor prayed that God continues to comfort the family over the great loss and encouraged them to be courageous and remain strong in faith.

Speaking on behalf of the family, the father of the deceased, Mr. Patrick Pada appreciated the farmer governor for the kind gesture and for being there for the family in trying times.

Bologi Ibrahim
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Niger State
1/9/2026

01/09/2026

CP NIGER RECEIVES FERMA ON FAMILIARIZATION VISIT; ASSURES OF SYNERGY AND COLLABORATION

The Commissioner of Police, Niger Statea Command CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, mnips received the management team of Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), Field Headquarters, Minna, Niger State led by Engr. Efobi Paul on a courtesy visit to the State Police Command Headquarters, Dutsen-kura, Minna on 1st September, 2026

In his remarks, Engr. Efobi Paul stated that the essence of the visit was to familiarize and establish a working relationship with the Police and enhance effective collaboration in the discharge of FERMA's mandate across the State. He further sought the professional guidance and security assessment of the Police regarding road maintenance activities being undertaken by contractors, particularly in identifying areas considered relatively safe for their operations.

In his response, the Commissioner of Police warmly welcomed Engr. Paul and congratulated him on his assumption of duty as the Principal Officer of FERMA in the State. He assured the agency of the unwavering support, cooperation and assistance of the Niger State Police Command in the discharge of their official responsibilities.

He further assured FERMA of the Command's readiness to facilitate reliable security information and appropriate security coverage for road maintenance contractors, where necessary to enable them carry out their assignments safely and effectively. He urged the agency to regard the Police Command as a dependable partner and always seek assistance, professional advice and relevant security information whenever required.

He emphasised that sustained collaboration between government agencies remains essential to ensuring the safety of personnel, contractors and critical infrastructure across the State. He appreciated the delegation for the visit and expressed confidence that the engagement would further strengthen the existing relationship between the two agencies.

SP Wasiu Abiodun
Police PRO
Niger State Command

1st Sept. 2026

01/09/2026

NIGER GOVERNMENT, EFCC JOIN FORCES TO TACKLE TERRORISM FINANCING

The Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman, has reiterated the commitment of the Niger State Government to strengthening cooperation and partnership with relevant institutions in the fight against terrorism financing.

The SSG stated this when he received a delegation from the Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML) of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a courtesy visit at the SSG’s Conference Hall, Minna, today.

Alhaji Abubakar Usman expressed optimism that the visit by the EFCC team would contribute significantly to efforts aimed at identifying and addressing vulnerabilities that could be exploited for terrorism financing in the State.

He assured the delegation of the commitment of his office to facilitating their smooth discharge of official responsibilities, particularly in engaging relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the State.

The SSG emphasized the importance of collaboration among government institutions and relevant stakeholders in tackling emerging security and financial threats, noting that effective coordination and information sharing remained critical to preventing the misuse of legitimate organizations for illicit financial activities.

Earlier, the leader of the delegation and Assistant Commander of the EFCC Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering, Mr. Tope Erinnomo, explained that the purpose of the visit was to conduct a terrorism financing risk assessment to ascertain the impact and vulnerabilities associated with terrorism financing on Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs).

Mr. Erinnomo disclosed that the team would interface with relevant MDAs in the State, including the State Planning Commission, Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), Ministry of Homeland Security, Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, and Ministry of Youth and Sports Development respectively.

He said the engagement was aimed at strengthening the understanding of terrorism financing risks and assessing the threats and vulnerabilities faced by Non-Profit Organisations, particularly the potential exploitation of legitimate NPOs for illicit financial activities.

The Assistant Commander also made a presentation on “Understanding Non-Profit Organisations Risk Assessment and Categories of Terrorism Financing Risks Faced by Non-Profit Organisations.”

He stressed the need for relevant government institutions and stakeholders to understand the nature of terrorism financing threats, identify vulnerabilities within the Non-Profit Organisation sector, and strengthen mechanisms for preventing legitimate organisations from being exploited to facilitate terrorism financing.

The engagement forms part of broader efforts to enhance institutional cooperation, risk assessment and preventive measures against terrorism financing in Niger State.

Signed:
Abubakar Adamu Kuta
Information Officer
Office of the Secretary to the Government of Niger State.
01/09/2026

01/09/2026

RESS RELEASE

*NIGER ASSEMBLY DEBUNKS RUMOURS OF MEMBER'S DEFECTION, REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR APC*

The Niger State House of Assembly has dismissed as false and unfounded the rumours circulating on social media that some members of the Assembly are planning to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to opposition parties.

The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Barr. Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkin-Daji, made this known during a press briefing held at the Assembly Complex in Minna, where he described the reports as mere social media propaganda aimed at creating confusion among members of the public.

The Speaker said although the House would ordinarily not respond to every report or propaganda circulating on social media, he considered it necessary to address the trending story in the interest of Nigerlites and in the spirit of maintaining the Assembly as one united family.
Barr. Sarkin-Daji explained that there is no move by any member of the Niger State House of Assembly to defect from the APC to any opposition party.

He said, “I want to make it very clear that there is no such move by any member of this Assembly to defect from the APC to any other opposition party.
You can see with your own eyes that all the 27 members are here.

We have interacted with one another and we have investigated whether there is anyone of us who, behind the scenes, is working out something with the opposition. Unfortunately, I regret to announce that there is no such move by any member of this Assembly.”

The Speaker further reaffirmed that the members of the House remain united and committed to the APC, stressing that they would continue to support the party at all levels.
He said, “We are one and united family. We are behind APC, we are for APC and we will continue to be for APC.

We are for our Farmer Governor, Hon. Mohammed Umaru Bago, and we are for our President, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu.”
The Speaker also used the opportunity to appreciate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago as the Zonal Coordinator, North Central, of the Presidential Campaign Council.

He said the Assembly wants the President to know that the people of Niger State, including the State House of Assembly, are fully behind Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago and will give him the necessary support to succeed in the assignment.

Barr. Sarkin-Daji expressed confidence that Governor Bago would deliver the six states in the North Central geo-political zone to the APC in the 2027 General Election.
The Speaker further stated that there was no need for reconciliation within the Niger State House of Assembly, stressing that the members remain one united family.

According to him, members who have secured the opportunity to return to the Assembly have fully embraced their colleagues who were unable to return, noting that their inability to secure the party’s ticket was not necessarily because they were unpopular or not preferred by their constituents, but largely due to the geo-political zoning arrangement in the State.

He explained that some of the affected members had served two, three or even four terms, and that it was time for the political mandate to move to another geo-political zone within their respective constituencies.

“As far as this Assembly is concerned, we have not even started any reconciliation because we do not need it. We understand ourselves. We are for APC and we will continue to be for APC,” the Speaker stated.

Speaking on behalf of the 15 non-returning members of the Assembly, Hon. Engr. Mohammed A. Haruna disclosed that the members, popularly referred to as the G-15, remain united and committed to the APC.
He explained that the G-15 comprises members who were not able to secure the party’s tickets during the last primary election.

Hon. Engr. Mohammed A. Haruna said, “As the Speaker has stated, we have resolved our differences and remain united as one big family in support of our Farmer Governor. We will make sure that we support him to deliver the party, along with all the candidates from the top to the bottom.”

He described the rumours circulating on social media as immaterial, assuring the people of Niger State that no member of the Assembly had been lost to any opposition party.

“Any rumour that is spreading anywhere is immaterial at this time. We are united. We have not lost any member to any party or any opposition. We have conquered and we will deliver,” he stated.

The Niger State House of Assembly therefore calls on the people of the State and the general public to disregard the false reports of mass defection and remain confident in the unity and commitment of the members of the Assembly to the APC.

Ruqayyah M. Tanko
Head, Information and Public Relations Department
Niger State House of Assembly
01/09/2026

01/09/2026

BAGO RECEIVES FORMER PDP CHAIRMAN TANKO BEJI, OTHER DECAMPEES INTO APC

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has received the former State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Barrister Tanko Beji, and other prominent former PDP members into the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

The decampees, accompanied by their supporters, were formally welcomed into the APC at the Government House in Minna.

Among those who joined the APC alongside Tanko Beje were former PDP Zonal Chairman and State Auditor, Mamman Labo Suleja; former PDP House of Representatives aspirant for Suleja/Gurara/Tafa Federal Constituency, Yakubu Idris; and former PDP State Youth Leader, Zakari Kwasau, alongside other supporters.

Governor Bago described their decision as a significant boost to the APC in Niger State, noting that their political experience and grassroots influence would further strengthen the party.

Bago assured the new members of equal opportunities within the APC and urged them to support the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his administration’s New Niger Agenda. He also invited Barrister Beji to serve as the North-Central Zonal Coordinator of the APC 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, with a mandate to mobilise support and deliver the North-Central region for President Tinubu.
The governor further encouraged the decampees to complete their registration through the party’s official portal.

Speaking on behalf of the decampees, Barrister Tanko Beji said their decision to join the APC was motivated by the achievements of Governor Bago and his people-oriented policies, which he said had positively impacted the lives of Niger State residents. Beji pledged to work with other party members in the spirit of peace and unity, contributing his experience towards strengthening the APC and supporting the continued development of the state.

The State APC Chairman, Aminu Musa Bobi, described the defection of Beji and other former PDP leaders as a major victory for the party, saying their political experience would be valuable to the APC ahead of the 2027 elections. He called for collective support for the re-election bids of President Tinubu and Governor Bago, while the occasion culminated in the presentation of APC membership cards to Barrister Beji and the other new members.

01/09/2026

TETFUND NORTH-CENTRAL BOT MEMBER ON A FAMILIARIZATION VISIT TO UMARU SANDA AHMADU COLLEGE OF EDUCATION MINNA.
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‎The North-Central Board of Trustees Member of TETFUND, Dr. Abdulrahman Ocholi, paid a familiarisation visit to Umaru Sanda Ahmadu College of Education, Minna.
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‎Dr. Abdulrahman Ocholi, who was recently appointed, is currently touring all 52 TETFUND beneficiary institutions in the North-Central zone. In Niger State, USACOE Minna is the 4th institution he visited.
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‎The delegation began with the inspection of TETFUND project sites within the college to assess the level of implementation on ground, before proceeding to an interactive session with the college management.
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‎In his welcome address, the Provost, Dr. Baba Muhammed, congratulated Dr. Ocholi on his appointment and commended him for the remarkable strides he has recorded within a short period in office.
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‎Dr. Baba Muhammed also expressed appreciation for TETFund’s numerous interventions in the college over the years, which include:
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‎- ICT facilities
‎- Solar power system for the administrative block
‎- Construction of a female hostel
‎- Provision of library materials
‎- Additional ICT support
‎- Zonal intervention projects
‎- Academic staff training and development
‎- Publication of journals
‎- Manuscript development
‎- Conference attendance sponsorship
‎- Institution-Based Research (IBR)
‎- Teaching Practice support
‎- NG REN connectivity
‎- ICT Experience Centre
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‎The Provost further highlighted some challenges facing the institution and appealed to TETFUND for intervention. They include:
‎1. Restriction on the use of TETFUND intervention for the maintenance and upgrade of non-TETFUND facilities.
‎2. Difficulty in submitting new conference applications on the TERAS platform when a previous submission is still pending, even in cases of urgency. Example: 2026 NCCE/TETFUND Sponsored Entrepreneurship Workshop.
‎3. Restriction on tenable universities for TETFund sponsorship for further studies.
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‎He also appealed for special intervention in the following areas:
‎1. Installation of a solar farm in the college
‎2. Provision of vehicles for students’ transportation and other utility services
‎3. Security support through the installation of CCTV cameras and devices
‎4. Approval of the college’s expression of interest for commercial agricultural farming
‎5. Special take-off support for the institution’s dual mandate to produce both NCE and B.Ed teachers .
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‎Responding, Dr. Abdulrahman commended the college for doing remarkably well interns if infrastructure and that asking for more projects is valid.
‎He assured the institution of more support from TETFUND.
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01/09/2026

Speaker Niger state House of Assembly, Barr. Abdulmalik Sarkin Daji debunks rumor circulating about some members of the House of assembly defecting to opposition party.

31/08/2026

NIGER STATE POLICE COMMAND
CRIME BULLETIN

THREE SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY, KIDNAPPING AND CULPABLE HOMICIDE/PUMP ACTION RIFLE RECOVERED.

As the Niger State Police Command under the leadership of CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, mnips intensifies efforts to curb crime and criminality, the following recent arrests were made; on 23rd August 2026, based on credible information received that some hoodlums formed a gang of Yansakai Vigilante at Uraga village, Mariga LGA and perpetrating crime and criminality such as kidnapping and robbing innocent persons of their valuables.

On getting this report, the Police surveillance team attached to Kotangora Area Command moved to the location and three suspects were arrested, who are;
-Alhassan Tanko 25yrs
-Basiru Shaibu 26yrs
-Ishaya Umar 28yrs, all of Beri, Mariga LGA.

During interrogation, the suspects confessed that seven of them formed a syndicate under the guise of Yansakai Vigilante group, for the purpose of kidnapping and armed robbery. The suspects further revealed that they had killed at least three innocent victims within Mariga LGA in the course of their kidnapping escapades, and stole their motorcycles.

Investigation indicated that the motorcycles were sold to one Awalu of Beri, while a search was also conducted in their houses and one pump action rifle was recovered. Effort to arrest the receiver and other members of the gang is ongoing. Suspects are under further investigation.

(2) ARREST OF A SUSPECTED MOTORCYCLE THIEF/STOLEN MOTORCYCLE RECOVERED.

On 22nd August 2026 at about 9am, a report was received at Gawu-Babangida Div from Kadna village via Gawu-Babangida that sometime in May 2026, a Bajaj motorcycle was entrusted to one Abdulkarim Yunusa of same village, who dishonestly converted the said motorcycle for his personal use and later absconded to unknown location.

However, in the course of investigation, the suspect was traced and arrested in Tafa LGA, Kaduna State with the said motorcycle. He was later charged to court for prosecution and the motorcycle was released to the rightful owner.

(3) ARREST OF A SUSPECT WITH ILLICIT SUBSTANCES DURING MAULUD CELEBRATION.

On 25th August 2026 at about 3pm, during the Maulud celebration, Police operatives attached to Central Police Station Minna arrested one Nazifi Adamu 25yrs of Angwan-Limawa area of Gwada. The suspect was arrested at New-Market junction area of Minna with the following exhibits;

-Ten packs of suspected special cannabis/colorado
-Four cards of Rophypnol tablet
-One sachet of Methyl-crystal a.k.a ice.

During interrogation, the suspects claimed that he brought the items from Kuta to sell during the Maulud celebration in Minna. He was arrested with the items and he is under investigation to ascertain the source of the illicit substances after which he will be prosecuted.

(4) NINE SUSPECTS ARRESTED CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY, THUGGERY AND CULPABLE HOMICIDE.

On 25th August 2026 at about 6.45pm, a report was received at Maitumbi Div that one Nafiu Mohammed 35yrs of Sabon-Titi area of Maitumbi was attacked and stabbed to death. Police operatives attached to the Div moved to the area and the victim was rushed to a nearby medical facility where he was confirmed dead.

Police tactical teams were immediately drafted to this location and the following suspects were arrested;
-Emmanuel Moses 25yrs
-Lukman Mohammed 25yrs
-Abdullahi Mohammed 19yrs
-Sani Ibrahim 18yrs with a long cutlass
-Abdullahi Yusuf a.k.a Challo 22yrs
-Adamu Isyaku 20yrs, all of behind Maitumbi primary school.

In the course of interrogation, the suspects mentioned one Muhammad Sani who is among their gang to be responsible for the death of the victim. Effort to arrest the said Sani is in progress, while the suspects arrested are in custody for conspiracy and thuggery.

Similarly on the same date at about 12am, Police operatives raided some blackspots along Maitumbi-Gwada road with the arrest of;
-Nura Murtala 19yrs
-Idris Aliyu 19yrs
-Haruna Ibrahim 21yrs, all of Saiko

They were arrested with cannabis, one cutlass, four scissors, and sh**ha pipes with pot. They will soon be charged to court for prosecution.

SP Wasiu Abiodun
Police PRO
Niger State Command

31st August, 2026.

31/08/2026

Governor Umaru Bago Leads Government Delegation to Three-Day Fida’u for Late NPC Chairman, Dr. Aminu Yusuf

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, led a government delegation to the three-day Fida’u prayer held in honour of the late Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr. Aminu Yusuf, at the Minna Central Mosque.

The Chief Imam of Minna, Malam Isah Jibril, who led the prayer session, prayed for Allah’s forgiveness and mercy upon the deceased and asked that he be granted Aljannat Firdaus. He also prayed for the bereaved family, seeking Allah’s comfort and strength for them during their period of grief.

The Chief Imam further offered prayers for the souls of other departed Muslims and sought Allah’s continued guidance and wisdom for Governor Bago as he steers the affairs of Niger State.

Following the prayer, Governor Bago visited the family residence of the deceased to commiserate with the bereaved family. He described Dr. Aminu Yusuf’s death as an act of destiny ordained by Allah and urged the family to remain steadfast in faith and continue praying for the repose of his soul.

The Governor also visited one of the deceased’s wives, who is currently recuperating in a hospital, where he offered his support and wished her a speedy recovery.

30/08/2026

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE

PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS NPC CHAIRMAN, DR. AMINU YUSUF

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr Aminu Yusuf, describing his death as a profound loss to Niger State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Dr Yusuf, aged 66, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026, after a brief illness.

The President extended his heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Niger State, particularly the people of Wushishi Local Government Area, as well as the deceased's family, friends, associates and colleagues who mourn this painful loss.

President Tinubu described Dr Yusuf as a distinguished son of Niger State, a consummate public servant, and a patriot who devoted much of his life to serving his community, his state, and the nation.

The President noted Dr Yusuf's long record of public service, which included his tenure as Executive Chairman of Wushishi Local Government Area, service in the political and administrative affairs of Niger State, membership of the Board of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), and his appointment as Special Adviser on Political Affairs to the Governor of Niger State.

“Dr Aminu Yusuf was a loyal public servant, a patriot and a distinguished son of Niger State whose life was defined by service and commitment to the common good.

“His passing is a painful loss, not only to his family and the people of Niger State, but also to the National Population Commission and the entire nation.

“Although his tenure as Chairman of the NPC was brief, he brought to the office a clear vision and an earnest commitment to strengthening the Commission and ensuring that Nigeria has the reliable demographic data required for sound planning and development.

“We shall remember him for his service, his dedication and his contributions to our nation," the President said.

President Tinubu urged the leadership and staff of the National Population Commission to preserve the legacy of their late Chairman by remaining committed to the reforms and institutional strengthening he championed in the service of Nigeria.

“I pray that Almighty Allah will forgive his shortcomings, grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus and give his family, colleagues and loved ones the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” the President added.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
August 29, 2026

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