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𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝑫𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒆: Abba Wakilbe Leads Borno’s Remarkable Comeback in Dara Jamal
By Abdulkareem Haruna Maiduguri, Borno – Engineer Lawan Abba Wakilbe, Borno State’s Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation, is spearheading a remarkable transformation in Dara Jamal. As Chairman of the Committee on the Resettlement of Dara Jamal, his fearless drive and unwavering commitment have been central to the rebirth of this community, once shattered…
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Borno’s Governor Zulum Arrives London Clinic After Buhari’s Death, Says “It’s A Colossal Loss”
By Abdulkareem Haruna London – Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum arrived at a London clinic Sunday afternoon, hours after the sad news emerged that former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari had died there while receiving treatment. The governor arrived in London to join Vice President Kashim Shettima, whom President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had directed to…
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Muhammadu Buhari, Former Nigerian President Who Vowed to Fight Corruption, Dies at 82
By Abdulkareem Haruna LONDON – Muhammadu Buhari, a former military general who twice ruled Nigeria — first as a stern military strongman and later, after decades of persistence, as a democratically elected president promising to tackle graft and insecurity — died Sunday in a London clinic. He was 82. His death was confirmed by his…
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Lawmaker Renews Push for Savannah State, Citing Borno’s Size and Resource Management
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Borno State – A federal lawmaker from Borno State, Dr. Usman Midala Balami, has renewed calls for the creation of “Savannah State” from the existing Borno State, at the ongoing House of Representatives Zonal Public Hearing on the review of the 1999 Constitution. Dr Balami hinged the basis of his call…
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NEDC Delivers Aid to Flood and Boko Haram Victims in Southern Borno
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria – The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has dispatched substantial relief materials to thousands affected by recent devastating floods and ongoing Boko Haram attacks in Borno State’s Southern Senatorial District. The aid, including thousands of bags of food staples and essential building materials, aims to alleviate the suffering of displaced…
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NEDC’s Achievements in Northeast Will Pave Way for President Tinubu’s Re-election – Momoh
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria – Engineer Abubakar Momoh, Nigeria’s Minister of Regional Development, has expressed strong confidence that the extensive development projects undertaken by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) will be instrumental in securing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. The minister’s remarks followed a two-day working tour of NEDC operation in…
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As Opposition Coalition Gathers Strength in Borno Amidst Wave of Defections
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — As Nigeria’s 2027 general elections draw closer, the political landscape in Borno State is experiencing a significant realignment, with a likely surge of defections to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). This comes in the wake of the recent inauguration of David Mark, a former Nigerian Senate President and a…
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Regional Development Minister Calls for Sustained Post-Flood Support in Borno, As Deputy Gov’ Hails NEDC Interventions
By Abdulkareem Haruna Maiduguri, Borno State – The Federal Minister of Regional Development, Engineer Abubakar Momoh, currently on a working visit to Borno State, had on Monday reiterated the federal government’s commitment to the region’s recovery and development, urging international partners to maintain their post-flood support. The Minister’s remarks came during a courtesy call on…
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Regional Development Minister Visits Borno, Pays Homage to Shehu
By Abdulkareem Haruna Minister of Regional Development Abubakar Momoh made his inaugural visit to the Shehu of Borno’s historic palace today, as he embarked on a high-level engagement of his newly established ministry in the northeast region. At the palace the Minister expressed his “privilege” to be in the ancient palace with his team on…
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Most Male Parliamentarians Backing Reserved Seat for Women Bill ~ Zainab Gimba
By Abdulkareem Haruna An overwhelming majority of male lawmakers in Nigeria’s National Assembly are now backing a bill to create reserved seats for women, a prominent female legislator, Zainab Gimba revealed. Honorable Zainab Gimba, who represents the Bama, Ngala, and Kala Balge constituencies in the House of Representatives, expressed considerable optimism about the bill’s prospects…
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