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Agric Minister Calls for Innovative Solutions to Combat Food Insecurity in Nigeria
By Abdulkareem Haruna Lagos, Nigeria – In a powerful address at the Food and Energy Security in Africa Conference, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, emphasized the urgent need for innovative solutions to combat the escalating threat of food insecurity in Nigeria. He warned that this growing crisis not only jeopardizes…
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NRC Partners Borno Journalists, CSOs on Safeguarding Women’s Rights to Housing, Land, Property
The NRC is partnering with Borno stakeholders to combat harmful practices that inhibit women’s rights to housing, land, and property.
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Tom Fletcher Takes Charge as UN Humanitarian Chief, Vows to Tackle Global Crises
By Abdul Kareem United Nations — Tom Fletcher officially stepped into his role as the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, becoming the 12th individual to hold this vital position within the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). In his inaugural statement, Fletcher acknowledged the enormity of the challenges ahead,…
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FAO Launches Support for Farmers in Borno After Devastating Floods
By Abdul Kareem KHADDAMARI, Borno (tHT) — To help farmers recover from the severe flooding that devastated most parts of Northeast Nigeria in September, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has on Saturday Nov. 16 launched its 2024/2025 edition of the Dry Season Input Distribution program. The effort aims to support 49,000 farmers as they…
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As Borno and Chad Open New Chapter in Trade and Commerce Amid Shared Security Challenges
By Abdulkareem Haruna Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to be at the council chambers of Government House Maiduguri to cover a significant event aimed at revitalizing the economy around the Lake Chad basin. During this historic event, Borno State and the Republic of Chad initiated a historic bilateral commitment to enhance trade between…
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Chris Oyakhilome Foundation Shares Food, Relief Items to 50,000 Flood Victims in Borno
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) has launched a vital relief effort in Maiduguri, delivering essential food and non-food items to 50,000 individuals affected by the severe floods that struck Borno State in September. Pastor Joy Amenkhienan, who is leading the COFI delegation, highlighted the foundation’s commitment to supporting…
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NEDC Strengthens Ties with Lake Chad Basin Commission to Tackle Environmental Challenges
By Abdul Kareem The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has taken steps to deepen its collaboration with the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC) to address the environmental crises facing the region. This partnership is central to the implementation of the North East Stabilization and Development Master Plan (NESDMP), which prioritizes a ‘Protected Environment’ among its…
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Borno’s Governor Zulum Reaffirms Commitment to Job Creation Through SME Support
By Abdul Kareem Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has emphasized his administration’s focus on job creation by providing support to the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the state. Speaking during a visit to Coplad Nigeria Ltd., a rice milling factory located on the Maiduguri-Bama highway, the governor highlighted the critical role SMEs play…
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Governor Zulum Advocates Chinese Leadership Model as Solution to Nigeria’s Credibility Crisis
By Abdul Kareem Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum is advocating for the adoption of the Chinese model for leadership selection in Nigeria, arguing it could help address the nation’s ongoing crisis of credible leadership. Speaking at the 24th National Conference of the Nigerian Institution of Agricultural Engineers in Abuja, Zulum emphasized the need for…
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Vice President Kashim Shettima: A Leader’s Unflagging Passion for Girl-child Education
“… a society’s prosperity and respect are closely linked to how it treats its women… ” VP Shettima By Abdulkareem Haruna It is well established that when you educate a girl-child you have set her on the path to positively changing the world. Of course, when you commit to girls’ education it means investing in…
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