Category: Development
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Lake Chad Basin: AfDB Pledges Support, German Official Urges Stronger Regional Cooperation
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The African Development Bank (AfDB) has pledged continued support for the Lake Chad Basin, announcing that it has invested more than $2 billion over the past two decades in projects that have benefited 15.3 million people affected by the region’s crises. Dr. Riadh Ben Messaoud, Lead Coordinator for West…
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11,000 IDPs Finally Get Befitting Homes in Monguno
By Abdulkareem Haruna In recent years, the township of Monguno has transformed from a hotbed of Boko Haram’s brutal attacks to a beacon of hope for many internally displaced persons (IDPs). Once marked by violence and despair, the area metamorphosed to one of the largest humanitarian hubs in northeastern Nigeria, providing shelter and support to…
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#NCYM: Governor Zulum Outlines 3 Key Solutions for Enhanced Youth Empowerment
By Abdulkareem Haruna Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, has emphasized the urgent need for skills acquisition, improved educational opportunities, and scholarship programs to curb rising youth restiveness and unemployment. Speaking at the 7th National Council on Youths Meeting (NCYM) held on Thursday at the Government House, Zulum highlighted the critical role of youth in…
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Yobe’s Governor Buni Honored in Maiduguri as Borno Unveils New Housing, Bridge Projects
By Abdulkareem Haruna Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State received a significant honor on Wednesday, December 11, during the commissioning of projects in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State. His colleague and friend, Professor Babagana Zulum, named one of the newly constructed ultra-modern housing estates, which consists of 500 units, in his honor. This…
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BREAKING: Borno State Governor Unveils ₦584.7 Billion Budget for Recovery and Continuity in 2025
Governor Babagana Zulum emphasizes unity and optimism in the face of challenges By Abdulkareem Haruna Borno State governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, presented a bold fiscal blueprint for 2025 on Monday, December 9, unveiling an appropriation bill that outlines proposed expenditures of ₦584,757,726, 000. Named the “Budget of Recovery and Continuity,” the plan allocates ₦380 billion…
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Borno Assembly Member, Ali Kotoko Urges Stronger Support for Women in Politics
By Abdul Kareem Honorable Ali Kotoko, a member of the Borno State House of Assembly, representing Maiduguri Metropolitan Council has called for greater support for women participation in politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. Honorable Kotoko made this call while speaking as a special guest of honor at a civil society engagement aimed at…
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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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Empowering Women in Yobe: Governor Buni Launches Economic Support Initiatives
By Abdul Kareem Damaturu, Yobe State – Governor Mai Mala Buni has unveiled plans for special economic empowerment programs aimed at enhancing self-reliance among women in Yobe State. This announcement, made public by Mamman Mohammed, Director General, Press and Media Affairs to the Governor, came during a solidarity visit from women representatives of the All Progressives…
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Borno Government Donates ₦500 Million to Flood-ravaged Unimaid Teaching Hospital
By Abdul Kareem The Borno State government has taken a significant step by presenting a cheque of ₦500 million to the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital. This donation is intended to support the hospital’s recovery after the devastating flood on September 10, 2024. The University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, one of major government health institutions…
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Jere Rep Member Disburses ₦71.9 Million for Flood Victims in Borno
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — Ahmed Satomi, the member representing the Jere Federal Constituency of Borno State, has disbursed ₦71.9 million to support victims of the recent flood disaster and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The funds were part of the ₦100 million allocated for the Jere Flood Relief Fund. Satomi urged…
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