northern Nigeria

Health workers in northern Nigeria report increased child malnutrition cases linked to the war in the Middle East. The conflict's knock-on effects are causing surges in malnutrition and poverty among Nigerian children.

Northern governors in Nigeria have launched a security trust fund, committing N1bn monthly to address insecurity. The Forum inaugurated the Board of Trustees, endorsed state police support, and emphasized collaboration with traditional rulers to combat insecurity in Northern Nigeria.

Tinubu’s aide has launched the 'Gani Ya Kori Ji' initiative, a regional project inspection tour to highlight developments by President Bola Tinubu and Northern Nigeria governors. The campaign aims to showcase major projects in the region.

The Nigerian Presidency, through the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Enlightenment, trained over 100 social media influencers from Northern Nigeria to counter fake news. Mr. Abdulaziz Abdulaziz led the initiative focused on effective use of social media.

The article discusses the hidden health risks associated with suya, a popular dish originating from the Hausa people of northern Nigeria, and provides guidance on how to consume it safely. It highlights the traditional background of suya and its spread beyond northern Nigeria.

Following the African Democratic Congress' presidential primary, Atiku Abubakar was selected as the candidate and Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi as his running mate. Atiku is set to be a candidate for the second time in a row.

Zamfara State Government, through a written statement by the Speaker, highlights that Northern Nigeria faces significant challenges including the highest number of out-of-school children, multidimensional poverty, maternal mortality, youth unemployment, and insecurity. These issues are cited as major barriers to productivity and economic growth in the region.

Northern Nigeria is angry due to being labeled as a mortuary, a term tied to its self-identification. The region's anger is linked to the legacy of 19th-century Islamic scholar Shehu Usman dan Fodio and his progeny.

A new study connects rising insecurity to worsening poverty in Northern Nigeria, utilizing data from the Nigeria Living Standards Survey 2022/23, Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey 2024, and Armed Conflict Location and Event Data (2010-2025). The research highlights the impact of conflict on economic conditions in the region.

Women in northern Nigeria are returning to second-chance schools after years away, but face challenges balancing education with childcare, household duties, and financial costs.

The article clarifies that the situation in northern Nigeria is not driven by a US-led conspiracy or a 'Christian genocide' as some claims suggest, but rather by an evolving insurgency that has adapted over time.