Category: Development
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Yobe’s Farming Future Flourishes As Governor Buni’s Free Distribution of Agric Tools Sparks Joy
By Abdul Kareem In a jubilant celebration in Yobe State, farmers are rejoicing over the distribution of multi-billion Naira worth of agricultural equipment, courtesy of Governor Mai Mala Buni. The initiative, part of the state’s ambitious Agricultural Empowerment Programme, aims to bolster food security, enhance economic growth, and improve agricultural productivity across the region. The…
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Zulum Relocates 1,600 Households in Bama’s Ngurosoye Community
By Abdul Kareem BAMA, NIGERIA — Governor Babagana Zulum has successfully relocated 1,600 households, including 9,600 internally displaced persons (IDPs), from the largest IDP camp in Borno state to their resettled community in Ngurosoye village, Bama local government. In a brief ceremony held in Ngurosoye along the Bama-Gwoza road, Zulum announced that the former IDPs…
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Lake Chad Governors Rally for Borno’s IDPs Reintegration: “We Are So Much Concerned”
By Abdul Kareem MAFA, Nigeria — The Lake Chad Governor’s Forum has pledged unwavering support for the reintegration of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Borno State, marking a significant step towards stability in the insurgency-ravaged region. Chairperson of the forum, Ildjima Abdramane, Governor of Hadjer-Lamis state of Chad, led a high-level delegation to assess the…
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5000 Farmers to Benefit from Yobe’s Multi-Billion Naira Agric Empowerment Programme Launched By President Tinubu
By Abdul Kareem The launching of the multi-billion naira Yobe State Agricultural Empowerment Programme, by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday, July 20, promises to transform farming practices and significantly ensure food security in the state. President Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, inaugurated the comprehensive programme, underscoring its potential to revolutionize agriculture through…
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Northeast Development Commission Projects Impress House of Reps Committee
By Abdul Kareem Bauchi, Nigeria – In a bid to assess the progress and quality of ongoing development projects in the Northeast subregion of Nigeria, the House of Representatives Committee on the Northeast Development Commission (NEDC) recently conducted a comprehensive oversight function inspection. The committee, led by its Chairman, Hon Usman Zannah, expressed immense satisfaction…
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Local NGO Launches Ambitious 5 Million Tree-Planting Campaign to Green Borno State
By Abdul Kareem Borno State, Nigeria – In a bold move to combat climate change and restore the natural beauty of Borno State, a small NGO is making a significant impact with its tree-planting initiative, “Borno Go Green.” Led by environmental activist Usman Aliyu and funded by Barrister Hauwa Abubakar Isa, the Honorable Attorney General…
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Governor Zulum Returns to Borno, Vows to Tackle Food Scarcity, Security Challenges
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Borno State (tHT) — After a month-long holiday, Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State returned to a warm welcome from supporters amidst heavy rain at the Muhammadu Buhari International Airport in Maiduguri. In a tarmac interview with journalists, Governor Zulum outlined his plans to address pressing issues as he resumes his…
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NGO Trains Youth on Civic Engagement in Borno State
By Abdul Kareem Pompommari, Konduga LGA, Borno State — The Center for Community Awareness and Youth Empowerment Initiative (CAYEI), with funding from the Nigeria Youths Futures Fund and support from Leap Africa, had this week successfully conducted a crucial training session for community stakeholders, youth, and women groups on civic engagement, issue identification, and advocacy. …
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Borno CSOs, Government Coordinating Agency to Partner on Implementing State’s 25-Year Development Plans
By Abdul Kareem The Network of Civil Society in Borno State (NECSOB) and the Borno State Agency for Coordination of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Response (BOACSDHR) have joined forces to drive the state’s ambitious 25-year development plan and a 10-year strategic action plan. During a courtesy visit on Tuesday, NECSOB officials met with Dr. Babakura…
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Vice President Shettima Lays Foundation Stone for NEDC 27.8 Billion Corporate Headquarters Project in Maiduguri
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — In a landmark event on Tuesday, Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima laid the foundation stone for the new corporate headquarters of the Northeast Development Commission (NEDC). This ambitious project, pegged at N26.8 billion, is set to be more than just a building; it will be a beacon of hope…
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