Tag: Borno
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#16Days: Collaboration of Small NGOs Empowers Female Students Through GBV Awareness Workshop in Maiduguri
By Abdulkareem Haruna A consortium of non-governmental organizations based in Maiduguri, led by Sirri Care, facilitated a training workshop on gender-based violence (GBV) for secondary school students in Borno state, aligning with the 16 days of activism against all forms of gender-based violence. In collaboration with the Learning through Skills Acquisition Initiative (LETSAI) and Pro-Wellness…
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ADVOCACY: Primary Health Care Board Agrees with Borno CS-SUNN on 6 Months Extended Maternity
By Abdul Kareem To enhance nutrition awareness and support within Borno State, the Civil Society Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) has launched an impactful advocacy campaign. This initiative has made notable strides in engaging key stakeholders and emphasizing the critical need for extended paid maternity leave for workers, despite initial skepticism from some government…
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Townhall Advocates Attitudinal Change, Social Reorientation For Sustainable Peace, Development in Postinsurgency Borno
By Abdulkareem Haruna The maiden Zonal Town Hall meeting for Social Reorientation in Borno State concluded with a powerful communique that has set the tone for a significant socio-cultural transformation. The meeting, which was held at the Conference Hall of Musa Usman Secretariat, Maiduguri, on Monday, December 4, 2023, was attended by key stakeholders from…
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Nigerian Troops Thwart Triple ISWAP Assaults in Yobe and Borno
By Abdulkareem Haruna Nigeria’s Operation Hadin Kai forces quashed three synchronised attacks initiated by the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Yobe and Borno states over the weekend. The ISWAP militants attempted a nocturnal offensive in the early hours of Saturday at Katarko in Yobe, and Jakana and Monguno in Borno State, which…
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Head of Service Raises Concerns Over Extended Maternity Leave Proposal as Borno CS-SUNN Intensifies Advocacy
By Abdul Kareem The Head of Civil Service in Borno state expressed both support and reservations regarding the proposed extension of maternity leave for workers. He welcomed the idea of extended maternity leave but raised concerns about its potential impact on productivity due to insufficient manpower. During a meeting with the CS-SUNN team, the Head…
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Job Opportunity for Nurses and Midwives in Borno State!
By Abdulkareem Haruna The Borno State Primary Health Care Development Board has exciting news for nurses and midwives! They are currently looking to hire dedicated individuals to join their team and improve healthcare services in the region. If you are a nurse or midwife and interested in applying, here’s what you need to do: Prepare…
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Borno NLC Chairman Supports CSO’s Call For Extended Maternity Leave
By Nafisat Aliyu In a bid to promote nutrition awareness and support in Borno State, the Civil Society Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) has embarked on a compelling advocacy campaign. Despite facing skepticism from government officials, the CS-SUNN team has made significant progress in engaging key stakeholders and raising crucial awareness on the importance…
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Borno NGO Hosts Workshop For Civil Society Actors on Transitional Justice System
The Two-day event promotes the transitional justice system as a key tool in reconciliation and reintegration efforts in conflict-stricken region
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Boko Haram Overpowers ISWAP in Latest Deadly Inter-rivalry Clash
Intense firefight leaves scores dead as Boko Haram triumphs over ISWAP in a surprise attack in northeastern Borno
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Nigeria’s Air Task Force Eliminates 17 ISWAP Fighters in Precision Airstrike
By Abu Faisal In a significant blow to the Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP), the Air Component of the North East Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai successfully conducted a deadly air raid, resulting in the elimination of approximately 17 ISWAP fighters. The operation took place in the Damboa Local Government area…
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