Author: The North Journals

By Moses Amos Coach Aliyu Zubairu has announced his 24-man Flying Eagles squad for the upcoming U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), unveiling a blend of domestic standouts and Europe-based talents in a team poised to reignite Nigeria’s dominance at youth level. The squad, revealed on Thursday, reflects Zubairu’s focus on tactical balance and international experience, with players drawn from clubs across Nigeria, Europe, and even lesser-known footballing outposts. At the heart of the squad are three goalkeepers: Ifeanyi Ebenezer Harcourt of Sporting Lagos, Rufai Abubakar from Mavlon FC, and Soliu Ajia Yakub, who plies his trade with FK Novi…

In a sweeping administrative shake-up, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has dissolved all 50 Development Area Administrators across the state with immediate effect. The decision, which was announced on Thursday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, marks a significant shift in the governance structure of the state’s grassroots administration. The affected administrators have been directed to hand over official responsibilities, documents, and assets to the most senior staff in their respective areas to ensure continuity of governance. Governor Fintiri, in a message of appreciation, lauded the outgoing administrators for their dedication and service, calling them “great…

By Aminu Adamu “I don’t just report stories—I walk with them, live among them, and carry their voices to places they may never reach.” – Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen (Engr Winna’amzua) In a world where journalism increasingly favours clicks over communities, Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen—better known as Engr Winna’amzua—has chosen a different path. It is not paved with studio lights, TV panels, or press conferences in air-conditioned rooms. Instead, his journey winds through the red earth trails of Ghana’s remotest villages, across rivers by canoe, into makeshift classrooms, and under mango trees where farmers sit in circles, seeking answers. Since 2013, the Ghanaian journalist…

Yobe State Government says plans to reintegrate 54 former Boko Haram members who have completed the De-radicalisation, Rehabilitation, and Reintegration (DRR) program under Operation Safe Corridor (OPSC), have been concluded. Governor Mai Mala Buni announced the plan while receiving a delegation from OPSC, led by the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, in Damaturu. Represented by his Deputy, Idi Barde Gubana, Governor Buni described the visit as an opportunity for strategic engagement and collaboration between the state and security forces. He noted the devastating impact of the 15-year insurgency, which resulted in thousands of deaths, widespread destruction of property,…

By Aminu Adamu As the sun begins to fade over Kano’s congested streets, 47-year-old Amina Yusuf gathers her three children and prepares for another night with little more than soaked garri and tap water for dinner. Once a primary school teacher, Amina now hawks vegetables by the roadside. Her monthly earnings barely reach ₦30,000 — barely enough for food, transport, and rent. “We don’t live anymore,” she tells The North Journals. “We just survive.” Amina’s story is not an exception, it is the reality for millions across Nigeria. A country once touted as Africa’s giant is now entrenched in a…

April 16, 2025 In what is being described as one of Nigeria’s most significant digital financial scams, the cryptocurrency trading platform CBEX has collapsed, leaving thousands of investors devastated. On April 15, 2025, over $822 million (approximately ₦1.3 trillion) was reportedly transferred into a private Ethereum wallet, causing user account balances to plummet to zero without prior warning. CBEX had marketed itself as an AI-driven asset trading platform, promising high returns, which attracted a significant number of investors. However, prior to its collapse, users had reported withdrawal delays and raised concerns about the platform exhibiting characteristics of a Ponzi scheme.…

Yenagoa, April 16, 2025 In a landmark decision aimed at broadening educational access, Nigerian authorities have announced that certificates from Arabic and Islamic schools will now be accepted for admission into nursing programs across universities and colleges in the country. This policy shift recognizes qualifications issued by the National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS), an accredited examination body established in 1960 and endorsed by the National Council on Education in 2011. NBAIS administers national examinations in subjects including the Senior Arabic and Islamic Secondary School Certificate Examination (SAISSCE), Tahfeez, and Science curricula. Traditionally, admission into nursing programs in…

Yola, April 16, 2025 Shock and grief have gripped Adamawa State following the brutal murder of Mr. Thomas Godwin, popularly known as Zamfara, who was killed in a violent attack late Tuesday night. The incident, which occurred on April 15, has sent waves of fear and outrage across the community. According to preliminary police reports, Mr. Godwin was ambushed by unknown assailants while returning home. He was reportedly beaten with sticks and clubs in a savage assault that claimed his life. In response, the Adamawa State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the killing.…

By Trésor Daniel Mefire The North Journals, Global Development Bales of discarded jeans, polyester dresses, and fast-fashion cast-offs arrive daily on African shores. For many Western consumers, they are out of sight and out of mind. But for communities across Africa, they are anything but disposable. “The continent is choking under the weight of second-hand clothes, chemical waste, and economic sabotage,” says researcher Trésor Daniel Mefire, author of How Fashion is Fueling the Climate Crisis in Africa. His investigation lays bare a system that is not only polluting the planet—but also devastating livelihoods and eroding economies in Africa. The fashion…

By Trésor Daniel Mefire Special Correspondent Cameroon is facing a silent environmental crisis as its once-abundant forests continue to disappear at an alarming rate. Every year, the country loses 100,000 hectares of forest—an area equivalent to New York City wiped off the map every two years. “This is not just about trees—it’s about survival,” says Trésor Daniel Mefire, author of a new report titled Cameroon’s Race Against Time to Save Its Disappearing Forests. “These forests are the lungs of our continent, the heart of biodiversity, and a lifeline for millions of people.” The figures are stark. Cameroon is now Africa’s…