Sokoto news today

Here are some news updates from Sokoto, Nigeria for today:

Breaking News

• Sokoto State Government has announced the closure of all schools in the state due to the outbreak of cholera. The decision was taken to prevent the spread of the disease, which has already claimed several lives in the state. (Source: Daily Trust)

Politics

• The Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has called on the Federal Government to provide more support to the state in the fight against banditry and kidnapping. The Governor made the call during a meeting with the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, in Sokoto. (Source: Vanguard)

Economy

• The Sokoto State Government has launched a new initiative to promote small-scale farming in the state. The initiative, known as the "Sokoto Agricultural Development Project", aims to provide support to small-scale farmers in the state and increase food production. (Source: Leadership)

Health

• The Sokoto State Government has announced that it has received a donation of medical equipment and supplies from the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). The donation is aimed at supporting the state's efforts to improve healthcare services, particularly in rural areas. (Source: Daily Post)

Sports

• The Sokoto State Football Association has announced that it will be hosting a football tournament for schools in the state. The tournament, which is scheduled to take place in October, aims to promote football development in the state and identify talented young players. (Source: Punch)

Other News

• The Sokoto State Government has announced that it will be constructing a new road in the state capital, Sokoto. The road, which will be constructed by the state's Ministry of Works, is expected to improve transportation in the city. (Source: This Day)

Please note that these are just some of the news updates from Sokoto, Nigeria, and may not be exhaustive.