Category: Feature
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Abdullahi Bego: Celebrating Return Of A Square Peg to A Right Hole
By Abdulkareem Haruna In a move met with widespread acclaim, Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has reappointed Abdullahi Bego to the Ministry of Information and Culture. This decision marks the return of a seasoned communicator and astute administrator to a position he once held with distinction. Bego’s reappointment indicates Governor Buni’s confidence in…
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Mothers in Maiduguri Battle Crisis, Call for Government Help
Mothers in Maiduguri, Nigeria, struggle to provide for their families amid Boko Haram’s impact. They call for government aid as costs rise and education suffers
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Wushe-Wushe: A Prestigious Kanuri Tradition That Unites Families, Honor Brides
By Fatima Kambar Adam One of the most prominent Kanuri cultural practices in Kanem Borno is the tradition of “wushe wushe.” This phrase, best associated with weddings, is a concise way of expressing appreciation and welcome. Organically, it is used to welcome guests who have come to see the bride or to acknowledge the generosity…
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Why Being A Journalist Is Tough For Me – (Dilemma of An Accidental Mass Communication Graduate)
Fatima, a mass communication graduate from the University of Maiduguri, now works as a freelance language translator after she lost her job at Translators Without Borders (TWB), where she worked for about two years. Before she joined TWB, the young woman, currently in her 20s, had a stint with Dandal Kura Radio International for about…
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Inuwa Bwala: Caretaker Chairman for Hawul Local Government Bids Emotional Farewell
By Abdulkareem Haruna Borno State, Nigeria – Inuwa Bwala, the Transition Committee Chairman for Hawul Local Government area of Borno state, has announced that his tenure will soon come to an end. This marks the completion of a six-month period during which he oversaw the affairs of over three hundred thousand residents in one of…
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Ismail Omipidan: When Esteemed Journalist Inspires the Next Generation of Media Professionals
By Abdulkareem Haruna In a dynamic address to Mass Communication students at Redeemer’s University, my friend and brother, a renowned journalist and former Chief Press Secretary to the past Osun Governor, Ismail Omipidan, emphasized the importance of mentorship and embracing professional ethics for a flourishing career in the media industry. Omipidan, a guest speaker at…
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From Seed to Table: Women Farmers in Borno Need More Than Just Courage
By Abdulkareem Haruna In Maiduguri, the capital city of Borno State, Nigeria, women make up the majority of farmers who risk their lives to cultivate crops in unsafe spaces. Despite their hard work and determination, these women lack access to vital resources such as tractors, agrochemicals, and fertilizers, which are necessary for successful farming. To…
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Celebrating the Reappointment of Isa Gusau: A Luminary in Modern Public Relations
By Abdulkareem Haruna “Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives – choice, not chance, determines your destiny.” – Aristotle The wisdom in Aristotle’s words is evident in the extraordinary career of Malam Isa Gusau, the prodigious…
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UNIMAID’s Electricity Crisis: Time To Embrace Cheaper Solar Solutions for a Sustainable Campus
By Abdulkareem Haruna In the wake of the recent power crisis at the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID), it becomes increasingly clear that the institution’s reliance on an unreliable grid and unsustainable options jeopardise the education of its students but also raises questions about the role of Nigerian universities in fostering innovative solutions to the nation’s…
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In Defence of Vice President Kashim Shettima
By Abdulkareem Haruna When it comes to commenting on political controversies, I am typically a hesitant participant. However, the current discussion around the Nigerian Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has struck a personal chord with me, compelling me to take a more active role. Vice President Kashim Shettima has recently come under fire for his remarks…
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