Category: News
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Northeast Governors Say Some Traditional Rulers Behind Escalating Banditry, Insecurity in Region
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI – The Northeast Governors’ Forum (NEGF) convened its 8th meeting in Maiduguri, Borno State, on Saturday, expressing concern over the escalating banditry and worsening security situation in the region. The forum, which comprises the Governors of Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, and Yobe, with Gombe and Taraba represented by their Deputy Governors, acknowledged…
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NEDC Performs Groundbreaking Ceremony for 22.5km Rural Road
By Abdulkareem Haruna The North-East Development Commission (NEDC) has commenced work on a 22.5km rural road project, expected to significantly boost transportation and farming in Borno State. The groundbreaking ceremony was performed by Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, in Ngwom village in Mafa. This road network, stretching for 22.5km, will link Ngwom, Koshebe, Gongulon, Zabarmari,…
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PHOTO NEWS: VP Shettima Commissions 3 Mega Schools Built By Governor Zulum in 100 Days
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PHOTO NEWS: Gov Zulum makes history in 100 Days Builds first-of-its-kind underpass pedestrian tunnel
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Borno State Inaugurates First-of-its-Kind Underground Pedestrian Underpass
By Abdulkareem Haruna Borno State’s Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, officially opened a pioneering underground pedestrian underpass on Friday, designed to enhance road safety by allowing vehicles to drive overhead while pedestrians cross beneath. The innovative infrastructure project, located near the renowned Gamboru market in Maiduguri, was initiated in response to the risks associated with pedestrian…
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Borno State Ushers in a Brighter Future for Maternal Health with Massive Investment in Healthcare
By Abdulkareem Haruna Borno State’s Governor, Babagana Zulum, has initiated a significant step towards enhancing maternal health by launching the distribution of free maternal drugs valued at over N800m. This initiative, aimed at five general hospitals, marks a significant stride in the state’s commitment to maternal healthcare services. The distribution ceremony occurred at the Borno…
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Humanitarian Minister Praises Gov Zulum’s Efforts, Outlines New Poverty Alleviation Strategies During First Official Visit
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — Minister of Humanitarian and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edo, praised the Governor of Borno State for his proactive and committed approach to humanitarian services during her first official visit outside of Abuja since her swearing-in. Edo commended the governor for his hands-on approach, stating, “You go to the toughest…
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Borno’s Governor Zulum Approves Recruitment of 4,000 New Teachers to Boost Education Sector
By Abdulkareem Haruna Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has greenlit the immediate hiring of 4,000 teachers, who have been evaluated and shortlisted for assignment to public primary and secondary schools throughout the state. The announcement was made on Wednesday evening in Maiduguri. The new recruits, consisting of 3,000 primary school teachers and 1,000…
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Governor Zulum of Borno State Signs 9 New Laws Including Landmark Social Investment Act for Boko Haram Victims
By Abdulkareem Haruna In a significant development, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State signed nine different Bills passed by the State House of Assembly into law on Wednesday. Among these, the “Borno State Social Investment Bill” stood out as a groundbreaking initiative that will provide a legal framework for the state to offer special…
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