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Africa · SokotoHuman rights activist, Hamdiyya Sidi Sharif has been found in critical condition at Bakura Hospital in Zamfara State, after being declared missing since Tuesday morning. Her lawyer, Barrister Abba Hikima, confirmed the news in a Facebook post, stating that she is currently under the watch of security personnel. He added that it is evident she was abducted, considering the dire condition in which she was found. Hamdiyya was last seen after she le…See the Story
Missing Sokoto Govt Critic, Hamdiyya Sidi Found in Zamfara Hospital
67% Left coverage: 3 sources

Bola Tinubu · SokotoAt least several residents were abducted when suspected bandits stormed Garin Idi, the ancestral village of Sokoto State Deputy Governor, Dr. Idris Muhammad Gobir, in Sabon Birni Local Government Area late Monday night. The raid was reportedly led by notorious bandit kingpin Kallamu Buzu. Security analyst Bakatsine disclosed the incident in a post on X (formerly Twitter) Monday night. “Moment ago, notorious bandits kingpin Kallamu Buzu attacked …See the Story
Several Abducted as Bandits Raid Sokoto Deputy Governor’s Village
Coverage: 2 sources

Pope Francis · SokotoCatholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Kukah, has told those advocating for the election of an African pope to first win the World Cup. According to Kukah, electing a pope is not like that; it’s not an ‘Emilokan’ where people claim it is their turn. The Catholic bishop made the remarks while fielding questions on Channels Television’s Political Paradigm. Kukah also spoke about his experience in Rome and the possible impact of the new pope on…See the Story
Electing Pope isn’t ‘emilokan’ affair, Africa should win World Cup first – Bishop Kukah
100% Center coverage: 1 sources