Author: Bay-6 News
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Borno Considers 6-Month Paid Maternity Leave
By Abdul Kareem Borno State is moving towards implementing a six-month paid maternity leave, as confirmed by Dr. Peter Solomon, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Budget and Planning. This cheery development was announced during an advocacy visit to the budget and planning ministry by the Civil Society Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN), Borno…
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Justice Haruna Mshelia Freed After Boko Haram Abduction ~ But Wife and Driver Still Held Back
By Abdul Kareem Justice Haruna Mshelia, a high-profile judge in Borno State, Nigeria, has been released after being abducted by suspected Boko Haram militants on June 24, 2024. The judge was traveling from Biu town with his wife, a magistrate, his cousin who served as his driver, and an official police orderly when their vehicle…
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Mafa’s Darkest Day: Over 100 Lives Lost in Gruesome Boko Haram Attack
By Abdul Kareem In the rain-soaked town of Mafa, Yobe State, Northeast Nigeria, grief-stricken residents gathered on Tuesday morning for a mass burial following a brutal attack by Boko Haram gunmen during Monday evening prayers. The assault left the community shattered, both physically and emotionally. Survivors spent a sleepless night hiding in the bush, watching…
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Chess Master Tunde Onakoya Visits Maiduguri, Challenges Single Story Narratives in Northern Nigeria
MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (tHT) — Chess grandmaster Tunde Onakoya’s recent visit to Maiduguri, Borno State, highlighted the dangers of a single story—a narrative he found to be incomplete as he encountered a peaceful region brimming with young chess enthusiasts. Upon arriving at Muhammadu Buhari International Airport, Onakoya was met with a warm welcome that defied the…
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Arab Bank CEO Hails Yobe‘s Succeeding Economic Transformation Agenda As Governor Buni Explores Partnership in Riyadh
By Abdul Kareem RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State engaged in high-level discussions on Tuesday with Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, President of the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), to explore avenues for support and partnership between the state government and the esteemed financial institution. Against the backdrop…
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Borno State Government Announces the Passing of Finance Commissioner
By Abdul Kareem The Borno State Government regrets to announce the death of Ahmed Ali Ahmed, the State Commissioner of Finance, who passed away in the morning of August 26, 2024. Professor Usman Tar, the Commissioner of Information and Internal Security, who made the announcement stated that Ahmed Ali Ahmed was a dedicated public servant…
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Lake Chad Governors Forum Returns to Nigeria, As Event Organisers Say Regional Cooperation Remains Main Focus
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (tHT) — The 5th Lake Chad Governors Forum is set to hold in Nigeria this October, marking a significant gathering aimed at enhancing regional and political cooperation in the Lake Chad Basin. Hosted by the Yobe State Government, the forum will take place in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State…
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Zulum Approves N200 Million for Medical Training, Earns NMA Recognition as Quality Healthcare Champion
By Abdul Kareem Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum has announced a substantial investment of N200 million to support the residency training of 150 medical doctors. This initiative, designed to elevate the quality of healthcare services in the state, is set to enhance the expertise and skills of local doctors across various medical disciplines. Governor…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Safe Streets, Thriving Communities: The Impact of NEDC’s Solar Street Lighting
By Abdul Kareem In the Simari area of Dikwa Low-cost in Maiduguri, a local cap washer, Mohammed Bukar, shares his excitement: “We are now in New York because NEDC has brought light into our streets. Now I can safely work late hours and go home without the fear of being robbed or attacked by hoodlums.”…
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Journalists in Borno Trained for Survivor-Centered Advocacy in Transitional Justice
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (tHT) — Journalists in Borno State, northeast Nigeria, have embarked on a transformative journey to advocate for survivors of the insurgency, equipped with essential skills through a training organized by the Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development, in collaboration with UKaid. This pioneering initiative seeks to amplify the voices of…
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