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By Mala Abdulazeez Yobe State government has expressed its interest in partnering with the Moroccan government on agriculture and local government administration. The state delegation to Morocco, led by Secretary to the State Government Baba Malam Wali, initiated the partnership through the United Cities and Local Governments of Africa (UCLGA) in Rabat, Morocco. During a meeting with UCLGA Secretary General Jean Piere Elong Mbassi, the team discussed funding modalities for local development projects in Yobe State. According to a statement issued by the DG Press and Media Affairs to the Yobe State Governor, Mamman Mohammed, Mbassi said the projects would…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Bank of Industry (BOI) are exploring potential areas of collaboration to enhance service delivery to Nigerians. This was the focus of discussions when NEMA’s Director-General, Zubaida Umar, paid a courtesy visit to the Managing Director of BOI, Dr. Olasupo Olusi, in Abuja. The visit underscores the commitment of both institutions to strengthening partnerships that will improve emergency response, disaster management, and economic recovery efforts. By leveraging BOI’s financial expertise and NEMA’s disaster management capabilities, the collaboration aims to support communities affected by emergencies through innovative relief and rehabilitation programs. Both parties expressed…
In preparation for the 2025 Anambra State off-cycle governorship election, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, is holding a quarterly consultative meeting with the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES) at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja. The meeting is focused on security arrangements and general preparations for the Anambra governorship election, scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025. Also on the agenda are discussions concerning the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council Elections, slated for Saturday, February 21, 2026, as well as updates on pending bye-elections across the country. With the Anambra election drawing…
Geneva/Memphis – 11 February 2025 “A child’s chances of surviving cancer are largely determined by where they are born, making this one of the starkest disparities in global healthcare,” The World Health Organization (WHO) and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital have officially commenced the groundbreaking international distribution of childhood cancer medicines. Through the Global Platform for Access to Childhood Cancer Medicines, deliveries have begun in Mongolia and Uzbekistan, with future shipments planned for Ecuador, Jordan, Nepal, and Zambia. This initiative is expected to benefit approximately 5,000 children with cancer across at least 30 hospitals this year. This global platform represents…
February 10, 2025 My name is Abdulrasheed and I have a concern….. It’s my diary.. Because I am a Pan-Africanist. Tonight, the African moon casts its silver glow over the land, illuminating a continent brimming with potential yet still shackled by the weight of history. My heart is heavy, not with despair, but with an unyielding fire—a fire that refuses to be extinguished by centuries of exploitation and subjugation. The winds of change are rising, whispering the truth that we, Africa’s children, have long ignored. Africa has been the bedrock of global civilization. Our resources—gold, oil, diamonds, and now lithium—have…
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has reiterated the Nigerian government’s dedication to economic stability, investment, and youth empowerment. His remarks came during a courtesy visit by the Arewa Youth Forum (AYF), where he outlined key initiatives aimed at fostering financial inclusion and national development. Edun highlighted several strategic programs designed to boost youth participation in the economy. These include the Student Loan Programme, which has received a ₦30 billion allocation, the Digital and Creative Economy Fund, and improved access to consumer credit. He emphasized the government’s focus on critical sectors such as agriculture,…
The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment has reiterated its dedication to fostering a competitive private sector to drive economic growth, wealth creation, and job opportunities in Nigeria. Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, emphasized the government’s focus on policy-driven reforms that enhance business efficiency and improve the investment climate. She highlighted the ministry’s role in ensuring a sustainable economic framework that supports private sector participation. Minister of State, Senator John Enoh, stressed the importance of strong trade expansion strategies and investment promotion. He noted that boosting Nigeria’s global trade presence requires targeted policies and enhanced…
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has issued a statement clarifying that the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) remains dissolved, refuting rumors and misinformation circulating about its possible reformation. SARS, which was officially disbanded on October 11, 2020, continues to be inactive. The Force emphasized that recent claims regarding the re-establishment of SARS with new rules of engagement should be treated with skepticism. Nigerians are urged to cross-check the source of any such information to avoid falling victim to falsehoods. In light of this, the NPF encourages citizens to stay updated by following its verified social media accounts, including @PoliceNG on X,…
By Mala Abdulazeez To address the high prevalence of kidney disease, the Yobe State government, through the Biomedical Research Training Center (BioRTC) of the state university, has commenced sample collection, targeting households in Damaturu and Gashua communities. A group of trained researchers, including physicians, renal nurses, laboratory scientists, geologists, and environmental scientists recently trained by the Yobe State Government, are responsible for the kidney disease sampling research, which aims to understand and tackle the prevailing disease in the region. The research, supervised by the Media and Disability Care Initiative (MEDCI), a non-governmental organization, seeks to address the rising concern of…
By Samuel Adejo Concerned citizens in Nasarawa State have raised alarm over the severe traffic congestion caused by the Garaku and Aboshon toll gates, urging local lawmakers to urgently intervene. In a recent letter addressed to prominent political figures, including Senator Wadada, Rt. Hon. Gaza, Hon. Danladi Jatau, and Hon. Daniel Ogazi, citizens have called for the immediate suspension of the toll gates, which have become a major source of traffic chaos and frustration for travelers. The letter, written by Prof. Akyala Ishaku, Director of the Global Health and Infectious Disease Control Institute in Keffi, highlights the worsening traffic gridlock.…