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Buratai Reflects on Challenging Tenure as Army Chief Amid Boko Haram Rampage
By Abdul Kareem Former Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai (ret.) has characterized his tenure as a “very difficult period,” marked by the rampant activities of Boko Haram terrorists. Buratai, who led the Nigerian Army from July 2015 to January 2021, described the era as “volatile, uncertain, and complex.” He noted the significant…
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US 2024: President Biden Succumbs to Pressure, Withdraws From Reelection Bid, endorses VP Harris to Challenge Trump
By Abdul Kareem President Joe Biden has yielded to party pressure and announced his withdrawal from the 2024 Presidential race, where he had sought to extend his tenure in the White House. He also preferred his female Vice President, Kamala Harris, to be the party’s candidate. “And while it has been my intention to seek…
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5000 Farmers to Benefit from Yobe’s Multi-Billion Naira Agric Empowerment Programme Launched By President Tinubu
By Abdul Kareem The launching of the multi-billion naira Yobe State Agricultural Empowerment Programme, by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday, July 20, promises to transform farming practices and significantly ensure food security in the state. President Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, inaugurated the comprehensive programme, underscoring its potential to revolutionize agriculture through…
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A 1000-Word Spotlight on Governor Buni’s Achievements as Vice President Shettima Visits
By Abdul Kareem As Vice President Kashim Shettima prepares for an official working tour to Yobe State on Saturday, July 20th, he is poised to witness a state that has undergone significant progress and development under the leadership of Governor Mai Mala Buni. Certainly, 1000 words can never fully capture the multitude of achievements accomplished…
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Northeast Development Commission Projects Impress House of Reps Committee
By Abdul Kareem Bauchi, Nigeria – In a bid to assess the progress and quality of ongoing development projects in the Northeast subregion of Nigeria, the House of Representatives Committee on the Northeast Development Commission (NEDC) recently conducted a comprehensive oversight function inspection. The committee, led by its Chairman, Hon Usman Zannah, expressed immense satisfaction…
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Ndume Gets New Role as Senate Committee Chairman on Tourism
By Abdul Kareem In a surprising turn of events, Senator Ali Ndume of Borno South has been removed as the chief whip of the Senate by the All Progressives Congress (APC). This decision came as a result of alleged hurtful comments made by Ndume against the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The APC, in a…
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Local NGO Launches Ambitious 5 Million Tree-Planting Campaign to Green Borno State
By Abdul Kareem Borno State, Nigeria – In a bold move to combat climate change and restore the natural beauty of Borno State, a small NGO is making a significant impact with its tree-planting initiative, “Borno Go Green.” Led by environmental activist Usman Aliyu and funded by Barrister Hauwa Abubakar Isa, the Honorable Attorney General…
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Governor Lawal’s Bold Food Security Initiatives Tackles Poverty and Insecurity in Zamfara
By Abdul Kareem GUSAU, Nigeria – Zamfara State, known for its fertile lands, abundant pastures, water bodies, and rich mineral deposits, is a land of opportunity for agriculture and mining. Despite its natural wealth, the state struggles with extreme poverty, affecting over 60% of its population, according to the 2018 World Bank data. Agriculture and…
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Dauda Lawal’s Visionary Leadership Ushers in A New Era of Security, Development, and Prosperity
By Zagazola Makama In the last decade, Zamfara State, like its neighbor in the North-West region, has been engulfed by banditry, kidnapping, and other crimes that threatened the social fabric and economy of the state. Many people were killed, and thousands displaced, while large-scale destruction of public and private properties was perpetrated by the bandits,…
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Governor Zulum Returns to Borno, Vows to Tackle Food Scarcity, Security Challenges
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Borno State (tHT) — After a month-long holiday, Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State returned to a warm welcome from supporters amidst heavy rain at the Muhammadu Buhari International Airport in Maiduguri. In a tarmac interview with journalists, Governor Zulum outlined his plans to address pressing issues as he resumes his…
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