Category: News
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NEDC To Implement New Projects in 1,058 Electoral Wards ~ MD
By Abdul Kareem In North East Nigeria, a total of 1,058 wards, spanning 48 Federal Constituencies and 18 Senatorial Districts, are set to benefit from a series of development projects and aid distributions, as announced by the North East Development Commission (NEDC). The ambitious plans, as outlined by the NEDC’s Managing Director, Mohammed Alkali, aim…
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The Surprising Story Behind the Apple Logo’s Bite
By Abu Faisal Ever seen Apple’s logo? Of course, you have—it’s everywhere! But have you ever noticed the bite taken out of the apple in the logo? Ever wondered why it’s there? Well, let’s take a quick trip back to 1977. Apple was just starting out and wanted to stand out in the tech world.…
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Borno’s Popular Rep Member, Engineer Talba Rolls Out Palliative for Constituents
By Abdul Kareem In a commendable display of leadership and compassion, Engineer Bukar Talba, the serving member of the House of Representatives for Marte, Monguno, and Nganzai Federal Constituency of Borno state, had during the weekend rolled out a substantial food and cash palliative for his constituents. The palliative distribution reached a selected 1,500 households…
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Shehu of Dikwa Champions Polio Vaccination Campaign in Borno
By Abdul Kareem The Shehu of Dikwa, Alhaji Ibrahim Ibn Umar El-kanemi, has called upon his community to participate actively in the ongoing polio vaccination drive within the emirate council. During the launch of the Break Response polio immunisation effort in Dikwa town, the traditional leader emphasised the importance of the campaign. He encouraged District…
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Nollywood Icon Mr. Ibu Dies in Hospital
By Abu Faisal LAGOS, Nigeria — Renowned Nollywood actor John Okafor, widely known as Mr. Ibu, passed away on March 2, 2024. His death was confirmed by family members and has deeply saddened the Nigerian film industry. Okafor died in hospital on Saturday, Mar.2, after facing serious health issues that previously led to the amputation…
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60 Youths Set To Electrify The Future with NEDC Skill Training and Guaranteed Employment
Linesmen share dreams and aspirations as they embark on new careers with NEDC’s support and guidance.
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Wildfire Claims Life of 12-Year-Old Girl in Maiduguri IDP Camp
By Abdul Kareem A devastating fire outbreak at an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Maiduguri, Borno State, has claimed the life of a 12-year-old girl, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The inferno, which erupted amidst the dry season, has left many the inmates of Muna IDP camp injured and hundreds of…
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Oronsaye Report: Don’t Scrap Nigeria Army University Biu – Borno Governor Begs FG
By Abdul Kareem The Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, has made a fervent appeal to the federal government to reconsider its decision to scrap the Nigerian Army University Biu, following recommendations from the Orosanye Committee report. The comprehensive 800-page Orosanye report, which has prompted the government of President Bola Tinubu to pursue the scrapping…
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Borno Government Shares Bags of Rice, Maize to 600,000 Persons to Combat Economic Hardship
By Abdul Kareem In heartwarming response to the ongoing economic challenges faced by its citizens, the Borno state government has embarked on an ambitious food distribution to a targetted 600,000 persons across 100,000 households within two of its major local government areas. The residents of Maiduguri Metropolitan council and Jere local government area constitute the…
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HARDSHIP: Senator Kaka Shehu Launches Massive Economic Empowerment Drive for 1,720 Beneficiaries in Borno Central
~ The initiative, backed by substantial financial aid, is designed to counteract economic challenges post-fuel subsidy removal. By Abdul Kareem In an unprecedented move to alleviate economic distress in the Borno Central Senatorial District, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, a first-time Barrister turned lawmaker, has rolled out a comprehensive economic empowerment program benefiting 1,720 constituents across…
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