Tag: #SokotoState
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TROOPS RESCUE 14 KIDNAPPED VICTIMS, RECOVER RUSTLED LIVESTOCK IN SOKOTO
Troops of the 8 Division Garrison of the Nigerian Army have rescued 14 kidnapped victims and recovered 281 livestock from bandits who attacked Horo Birni Village in Shagari Local Government Area of Sokoto State. A credible source in the army made this known on Wednesday in Sokoto. According to the source, troops responded swiftly to…
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UNICEF CALLS FOR INCREASED FUNDING TO FIGHT MULTIDIMENSIONAL POVERTY IN SOKOTO
UNICEF urges greater financial investment in Sokoto’s social sectors to combat rising multidimensional poverty, especially among vulnerable groups. Speaking at a workshop on Medium Term Sector Strategies (2026-2028), UNICEF’s Michael Juma highlighted the urgent need for child-focused initiatives like cash transfers, social health insurance, and support for out-of-school children. The Sokoto State government was commended…
