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2027: Sultan Urges Nigerians to pray for ‘God-fearing’ leaders
As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 general elections, the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has urged citizens to intensify prayers for the emergence of God-fearing, competent leaders capable of addressing the nation’s deepening economic and security crises.
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CHOLERA OUTBREAK: 27 die as 2,715 suspected cases recorded in Borno
A severe cholera outbreak in Nigeria’s Borno State has left at least 27 people dead and more than 2,700 suspected cases recorded within three weeks. As the disease spreads rapidly through Maiduguri and surrounding local government areas, health workers are raising alarms over the state government’s failure to declare an official public health emergency.
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APC Primaries: Tinubu Sweeps Borno as Challenger Gets Zero Votes
APC presidential aspirant, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has recorded a landslide victory in Borno State, polling 444,111 votes across all 27 local government areas. Results certified by Governor Babagana Zulum showed Tinubu’s challenger, Mr. Osifo Stanley, failed to secure a single vote in the state.
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REBHI Hosts 2-day Townhall on Systemic Land Titling for Galtimari, Bolori Wards
To address long-standing land tenure vulnerabilities and arbitrary evictions in Maiduguri, the African Cities Research Consortium (ACRC) and REBHI have organized a pivotal two-day town hall meeting for Bolori and Galtimari communities, introducing simplified property registration pathways through the Systematic Land Titling Project.
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Borno CSOs Condemn Abduction of 48 Schoolchildren, Warn of Deepening Security Gaps in Border Communities
Following the abduction of 48 schoolchildren in Askira-Uba, the Network of Civil Society Organizations – Borno State (NECSOB) has strongly condemned the attack, warning that the breach exposes critical vulnerabilities in border perimeters near insurgent strongholds and threatens to derail years of fragile stabilization and child enrollment gains in Northeast Nigeria.
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Borno APC Reps Primaries: Winners Emerge in 9 Constituencies, Askira-Uba/Hawul Declared Inconclusive
The APC National Assembly Primary Election Committee for Borno State has declared results for nine out of ten federal constituencies, returning heavyweights via consensus and direct polling while holding back the Askira-Uba/Hawul ticket over an official petition.
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Beyond the Screen: Why Not Everything Online is Real
By Priscilla Pambi Tajiring In the contemporary digital age, the internet has become a pervasive “second reality.” From social media feeds and news updates to viral videos and blogs, information flows in a relentless stream. For many, particularly younger users, the digital world often feels like an absolute truth. However, the sobering reality remains: not…
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Maiduguri Heat: A Survival Guide for Residents
Children are most at risk during a heatwave. Discover essential tips for keeping your little ones cool and hydrated, from utilizing natural shade to mastering nighttime ventilation in your home.
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From 2019 to 2027: The Consistent Loyalty of Barrister Kaka Shehu Lawan
Behind the scenes of the APC’s recent endorsements in Borno lies a recurring theme of self-sacrifice. As Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, SAN, steps aside for Engineer Mustapha Gubio, we examine how Lawan’s history of prioritizing party unity over personal ambition has become the stabilizing force of Borno politics.
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