Category: Feature
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Dr Salma Anas- Kolo: First Northern Nigerian Woman To Be Appointed Presidential Health Adviser
By Abdulkareem Haruna Dr Salma Anas Kolo, daughter of former deputy governor in Borno state and a former commissioner of health in the same state, has made history by becoming the first woman from northern Nigeria to be appointed as health adviser to the President. Her appointment came after her outstanding performance as a director…
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Breaking Barriers: Overcoming Societal Stigma to Empower Young Women’s Political Participation in Borno
By Rukaiyatu Idris In a community that highly values cultural traditions, Anna Bitrus refused to give up on her dreams, even when faced opposition from her immediate family and community members. She battled these critics when she first expressed her interest in politics. Despite their disapproval, she never let her hopes fade away. Eventually, Hon.…
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