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Sudan to deepen diplomatic relations with Nigeria–Envoy
Sudan to deepen diplomatic relations with Nigeria–Envoy
By: Michael Mike
The Government of Sudan has said efforts are being made to strengthen diplomatic relations with Nigeria.
Mr Ahmed Jaboul, Charge d’ Affaires of Sudan Embassy in Nigeria, who spoke with to journalists in Abuja, said already existing bilateral cooperation between both countries would be consolidated.
He said that the existing relations between Sudan and Nigeria was established on mutual ground; saying more would be done to deepen ties between both countries in education and economic sectors.
“There is a history of diplomatic relations between Sudan and Nigeria; we have many things to do together; we have many successful stories together, for a very long time.
“Only that we speak about the presidents of Sudan and Nigeria; this is only a story; wherever you go to in Sudan, you will find out that the Sudanese citizens originated from Nigeria.
“You will find them at many levels from the presidency to many other levels wherever you go.
“The city I came from, not less than 40 per cent of the indigenes originated from Nigeria and this is the fact; we are determined to reignite diplomatic relations and boost bilateral relations between Sudan and Nigeria.
“The Government of Sudan puts great emphasis on building such relations and we are here to consolidate on our already existing bilateral relations and to further promote it.”
He said plans were underway by the Government of Sudan to deepen cooperation with Nigeria in the educational sector, as well as other sectors of the economy.
He disclosed that Sudan educational institutions affiliated with Nigerian Universities in Sokoto, Kano, Abuja and Kaduna as a means of deepening educational ties among students from both countries.
“We would like to acquaint ourselves with the Nigerian people and the Nigerian community here; the relations between the two countries, history, present, future and cooperation between our two countries is a priority.
“Nigeria played a very important role in the mediation process in Sudan; which is why in early 1992, the then government of Sudan recorded a successful story done by Nigeria.
“I know lots of Nigerians across West Africa; we believe Nigeria can still play a vital role in the settlement of the situation in Sudan and not only in Sudan, but also the whole of Africa.
“We know how important the role played by Nigeria contributed to peace and stability in Africa, Nigeria convened the mediation process in 2005 between the government of Sudan and Sudan Liberation Movement.
“The Sudaneseu Government is very grateful to the Government of Nigeria and the Nigerian people.
“So, we will like to further continue this relationship,” he added.
He attributed success so far recorded in the education sector between both countries to coordination by tripartite agreement between Sudan Embassy, Nigerian students in Sudan and Sudanese universities.
Sudan to deepen diplomatic relations with Nigeria–Envoy
Fourteen Abducted Victims Released in Maru, Zamfara State; Two Killed in Captivity
By: Zagazola Makama
Fourteen victims abducted in December 2025, including six family members of Inspector Hussaini Abubakar of Maru Police Division, have been released by their captors.
Zagazola reliably gathered that the release occurred at about 1:00 p.m. on Feb. 26, 2026. Unfortunately, two of the victims, identified as Bashir Marafa, aged 45, and Halliru Kabiru, aged 50, were killed while in captivity.
Sources added that a pregnant woman among the abductees delivered a baby girl while in captivity. The victims are currently receiving medical attention at the General Hospital, Maru.
Fourteen Abducted Victims Released in Maru, Zamfara State; Two Killed in Captivity
Two Abducted Victims Rescued in Tsafe, Zamfara; One Killed in Bandit Attack at Talata Mafara
By: Zagazola Makama
Two persons abducted earlier this month in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State have been rescued, while a separate bandit attack in Talata Mafara LGA left one person dead and others missing.
Sources confirmed that Bashir Adamu Iyatawa, 42, and Kenneth Allahmagani, 35, both from Zaria City, Kaduna State, were abducted at Unguwar Chida Village in Tsafe on Feb. 16, 2026.
They were rescued on Feb. 26, debriefed, and later taken to a hospital for medical attention before being handed over to their relatives.
In a separate incident, armed bandits loyal to a local bandit leader, Na Sanda, attacked the outskirts of Jangebe town in Talata Mafara LGA on Feb. 27 at about 2:00 a.m.
The attack resulted in the death of Misbawu Aminu, 30, and the abduction of an unspecified number of persons to an undisclosed location.
Joint troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA and local vigilante groups are reported to be pursuing the fleeing bandits. Authorities have assured that efforts to rescue the abducted victims and apprehend the culprits are ongoing.
Two Abducted Victims Rescued in Tsafe, Zamfara; One Killed in Bandit Attack at Talata Mafara
Boko Haram Attack on CJTF Leaves One Dead in Gwoza, Borno state
By: Zagazola Makama
One member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) was killed following an ambush by suspected ISWAP terrorists along the Warave–Gwoza Road in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
Sources said the incident occurred on February 25 at about 7:30 a.m. when gunmen attacked members of the CJTF and hunters on routine patrol. Fifty-year-old Bello Adamu, a member of the CJTF, was fatally injured in the attack.
Army troops of Operation HADIN KAI, Police Tactical Units, and CJTF personnel visited the scene, documented the incident, and evacuated the victim to Gwoza General Hospital, where he was certified dead on arrival. His body was released to his family for burial according to Islamic rites.
Monitoring of the area continues to prevent further attacks.
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