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Mala Abdulazeez Yobe State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (YSCHMA) has announced an increase in the monthly capitation of healthcare facilities across the state’s 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs), aimed at enhancing healthcare services. Dr. Babagana Tijjani, Executive Secretary of the Agency, made the announcement in Damaturu, highlighting the challenges faced by healthcare facilities in providing adequate services due to financial constraints. Dr. Tijjani explained that the increased capitation will provide healthcare facilities with more funds to improve services and address major challenges, including ensuring access to free drugs and treatment for patients. He encouraged individuals in the informal sector to…

By Trésor Daniel MEFIRE “Preserving mangroves is not just an environmental issue—it is a necessity for the economic and social well-being of coastal communities and the planet as a whole” In Cameroon’s lush coastal landscapes, where land embraces the sea, an ecological crisis is quietly unfolding. The nation’s vital, vibrant mangrove ecosystems are vanishing at an alarming rate. According to environmental researcher Trésor Daniel MEFIRE, Cameroon has lost nearly 30% of its mangrove cover in just two decades, reducing the area to under 200,000 hectares. Mangroves are not just trees; they are nature’s bulwark against climate change and coastal devastation.…

Over 200,000 Small Holder farmers and women are targeted, to benefit from a joint initiative by the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), MasterCard Foundation, and the African Development Bank (AfDB), project. The initiative was announced by WFP Country Representative Mr. David Stevenson during a groundbreaking ceremony in Mamudo town, Potiskum Local Government Area of Yobe State, to commission an alternative energy solutions to power irrigation farming systems, aimed at fostering sustainable youth employment in horticulture. Mr. Stevenson said the project seeks to revolutionize food production in the region through innovative agricultural practices that enhance productivity and ensure environmental sustainability.…

By Mala Abdulazeez A female student has died and several others were injured after the corridor of a block of two classrooms collapsed at Government Girls Science and Technical College (GGSTC) Potiskum. The incident, which occurred around noon during class hours, prompted concern among parents and caregivers who rushed to the school to check on their children. The affected students were immediately rushed to the hospital for urgent attention after being traumatized by the incident. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Dr. Bukar Aji Bukar, briefed reporters on the incident, stating that there were approximately…

The Nigeria Youth Assembly (NYA) has conferred the prestigious title of Patron upon Dr. Yakubu Adamu in recognition of his significant contributions to youth development and governance. The honor was bestowed in a formal ceremony held in Bauchi, attended by notable dignitaries and key stakeholders. Receiving the award on behalf of Dr. Adamu was Shehu Adamu Gilas, the Acting Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, who represented the Commissioner of Finance and Economic Development of Bauchi. The event was led by the Rt Hon Sani Danaudi, who headed the delegation from the Youth Assembly. During the…

In a groundbreaking revelation, Nigeria’s former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida, has officially recognized Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola as the rightful winner of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. This acknowledgment is contained in his newly released autobiography, A Journey in Service, which was launched in Abuja The memoir, reviewed by former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, provides fresh insights into the controversial annulment of the election, a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s democratic history. Babangida, who ruled Nigeria from 1985 to 1993, admitted that Abiola met all constitutional requirements to win the election, reinforcing long-held assertions that the billionaire businessman-turned-politician…

Former President of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo, has called on Nigeria’s political and economic elites to assume a greater leadership role in unifying West Africa and driving the continent’s economic integration. His remarks came during a keynote address at the launch of A Journey in Service, the autobiography of Nigeria’s former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), in Abuja. Akufo-Addo emphasized Nigeria’s pivotal role in Africa’s progress, stating that despite the country’s internal challenges, its leadership remains indispensable to the continent’s economic and political transformation. He reiterated that Ghana stands as a steadfast ally, committed to advancing regional and continental…

In a striking moment of reflection, Nigeria’s former military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), has issued a long-awaited apology for one of the country’s most contentious political events—the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. This admission came during the launch of his memoir, A Journey in Service, in Abuja, where he acknowledged the annulment as a regrettable chapter in Nigeria’s history. With a tone of solemnity, Babangida took full responsibility for the decision, conceding that his government’s actions disrupted Nigeria’s transition to democracy. However, he maintained that the move was taken in the “supreme national interest,” a…

Oumou Sangaré, often called “The Songbird of Wassoulou,” is a living testament to the power of music as a vehicle for cultural preservation, social change, and empowerment. Born on February 25, 1968, in Bamako, Mali, to a lineage deeply rooted in the traditions of the Wassoulou region, Sangaré has soared beyond the confines of her origins to become a global ambassador of West African music. Early Life and Musical Genesis Sangaré’s musical journey began in the bustling streets of Bamako, where she sang to support her mother after her father left the family. Her raw talent was evident from a…

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia   Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has called for the establishment of a combined maritime task force to tackle security challenges in the Gulf of Guinea. He also proposed Lagos State as the headquarters for the task force, emphasizing Nigeria’s commitment to regional stability and maritime security. President Tinubu made this call on Sunday in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, during the African Union’s (AU) deliberations on the report of the African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC). The discussions centered on peace and security in Africa, along with the biennial review of the Master Roadmap of Practical Steps…