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Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.
The Deputy Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly and member representing Jada/Mbulo constituency Hon. Muhammad Buba Jijjiwa… The Deputy Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly and member representing Jada/Mbulo constituency Hon. Muhammad Buba Jijjiwa, has called on the state government and other relevant agencies to take immediate action to address the outbreak of diarrhea and vomiting in his constituency. The lawmaker made the call under matters of urgent public importance raised on the floor of house Wednesday, on the rising cases of vomiting and diarrhea in Jada mbulo constituency which claimed about seven lives and continue to pose threat to…
Adamawa State House of Assembly has passed a bill for a law to repeal the Adamawa State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Commission Law… Adamawa State House of Assembly has passed a bill for a law to repeal the Adamawa State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Commission Law No. 6 of 2014 and Re-enacted Adamawa State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Commission Law 2025. The passage of the bill followed its presentation on the floor of the house for third reading by the Majority Leader, Hon. Mrs. Kate Raymond Mamuno during Wednesday’s plenary. According to the findings and observations of the committee on public petition, public…
By Aminu Adamu In a world gripped by economic uncertainty, the role of local capital markets in fostering sustainable development and financial stability has never been more crucial. Amid rising global trade tensions, potential disruptions, and the increasing cost of capital for African companies, experts Heidi Barends and Motlatsi Mthimunye of Absa Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) stress that well-developed domestic capital markets are essential in insulating economies from external shocks and ensuring long-term economic resilience. In their recent thought leadership piece, Barends and Mthimunye paint a stark picture of the current economic landscape. With mounting financial volatility, African countries…
By Trésor Daniel Mefire Bamboo, long dismissed as “poor man’s timber,” is emerging as Cameroon’s secret weapon in the fight against climate change and deforestation. With its rapid growth rate and exceptional carbon absorption capacity, experts say this versatile plant is poised to reshape the country’s construction industry, restore degraded landscapes, and boost rural livelihoods. According to researchers Trésor Daniel Mefire, Mansour Boukar, Ayuk Becky Enow, and Mbua Augustine, bamboo significantly outperforms traditional trees in carbon sequestration. “In Ethiopia, bamboo plantations absorb 17 tonnes of CO₂ per hectare annually, nearly three times more than mature forests,” the researchers state in…
In the world of medicine, breakthroughs are often the result of years of research, innovation, and an unyielding passion for changing lives. One such revolutionary figure is Professor Mashudu Tshifularo, the South African doctor who made history as the first surgeon to successfully perform a groundbreaking procedure that restored hearing to a deaf patient using 3D-printed middle ear bones. His achievement has placed him at the forefront of global medical advancement and cemented his legacy as a pioneer in otolaryngology (the study of ear, nose, and throat conditions). Born in South Africa, Prof. Mashudu Tshifularo grew up in a rural…
In a landmark initiative to honor centuries of tradition, the Lamido of Adamawa, His Royal Highness Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Musdafa, has officially inaugurated a 19-member steering committee to spearhead a grand celebration of the Fombina Royal Dynasty’s rich legacy. The historic event, held on Saturday at the Council Chamber of the Lamido’s Palace in Yola, underscores the vital role of traditional institutions in preserving Nigeria’s cultural heritage. Speaking at the ceremony, the Lamido reaffirmed the dynasty’s immense contributions to Nigeria’s history, governance, and development since its establishment in 1809. The celebration, championed by the Royal Historians Foundation of Nigeria in…
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has declared free dialysis treatments across the state, bringing much-needed relief to kidney patients. This bold initiative is part of the governor’s mission to transform healthcare, ensuring that urban and rural communities receive quality medical services without financial barriers. For the first time in the state’s history, the Adamawa State Specialists Hospital in Yola now boasts a fully operational dialysis center. Until now, patients had to rely on the Federal Medical Center or embark on long, costly journeys for life-saving treatment. Dr. Wadinga Dauda, Medical Director of the hospital, hailed the initiative as a game-changer,…
By Mala Abdulazeez The Civil Society Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) has concluded a three-day advocacy visit to Yobe State, successfully engaging key stakeholders on critical nutrition policies and initiatives. The advocacy campaign centered on several key objectives which includes; promoting the implementation of a six-month paid maternity leave, establishing a dedicated child nutrition fund, facilitating Yobe State’s access to counter-funding opportunities through CS-SUNN and UNICEF projects, and encouraging the adoption and launch of the National Policy on Food and Nutrition. CS-SUNN Program Officer and team lead, Mr. Ambrose Evhoesor expressed gratitude for the positive reception from Yobe State…
The political turmoil in Rivers State reached a critical juncture on March 18, 2025, when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared a state of emergency in the state, citing escalating political tensions and recent vandalization of pipelines. This drastic move has triggered an intense constitutional debate, particularly following the Nigerian Bar Association’s (NBA) strong condemnation of the President’s purported suspension of the Governor, Deputy Governor, and the Rivers State House of Assembly members. The NBA, through its President, Afam Osigwe, SAN, has raised serious legal and constitutional concerns, asserting that the suspension or removal of democratically elected officials under the guise…