Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has ordered the immediate suspension of the Executive Secretary of the Adamawa State Post Primary Schools Management Board, Mr Birsan Penuel, over alleged irregularities in the discharge of his official responsibilities. The suspension, announced by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, on Sunday, is intended to pave the way for a thorough investigation into the allegations against the board’s Executive Secretary. The development comes amid the state government’s renewed emphasis on accountability and reforms in the education sector, with the administration insisting that public officers must adhere strictly to due process and established…
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The North East Development Commission (NEDC), Adamawa State Office, has launched the 2026 Skating Championship in Yola, with a call for greater youth participation in activities that promote peace, unity and community development. The championship, themed “Sports for Peace, Unity and Possibilities,” was launched on Saturday at Ribadu Square, Jimeta, Yola, with young athletes, sports officials, community leaders and other stakeholders in attendance. Speaking at the event, the NEDC Adamawa State Coordinator, Barr. Khalifa Muhammad Lawan, said the initiative was aimed at promoting social cohesion, discovering sporting talents and providing productive opportunities for youths, particularly in communities affected by insurgency.…
The Benue State Government has warned residents against constructing buildings along waterways and in areas below sea level, saying such practices contribute significantly to flash floods and the submergence of properties across the state. The Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Chief Solomon Iorpev, gave the warning in a statement on Saturday, September 5, 2026, stressing that the government was not opposed to property development but insisted that developers must obtain proper architectural drawings and relevant approvals before commencing construction. Iorpev also cautioned residents against indiscriminate dumping of refuse in drainage channels, noting that blocked drainages, coupled with construction on waterways,…
The Plateau State Government has directed the temporary closure of all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state as a precautionary measure against suspected diphtheria cases. The directive, which takes effect from Monday, September 7, 2026, was issued by the state government under the leadership of governor Caleb Mutfwang. According to the government, the decision followed reports of suspected diphtheria cases in some parts of the state, particularly Jos North, Wase, Jos South and Bassa local government council. In a statement signed by the state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Lohya Ramnap, the government directed schools that…
The Adamawa State Police Command has secured the conviction of three suspected members of the notorious “Shilla” gang, who were sentenced to four years imprisonment each without an option of fine. The three men, Nicholas Kalauni, Usman Mohammed and Abdurrahman Yakubu, all from Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, were convicted by the Chief Magistrate Court II sitting in Yola on Friday The convicts were arraigned by Inspector Ahmed Abubakar on behalf of the Commissioner of Police on charges bordering on criminal conspiracy, prohibition of illicit drinks and banned substances, and unlawful possession of weapons. According to the…
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has called for stronger collaboration with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to help the state move from post-conflict recovery to sustainable economic growth and development. Governor Zulum made the call during a high-level meeting with the President of the AfDB, Dr Sidi Ould Tah, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The governor, who was accompanied by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, led discussions on opportunities for strategic investments capable of transforming Borno’s economy, creating jobs and strengthening the state’s resilience. The meeting also sought to deepen the longstanding relationship…
The condition of infrastructure at the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Eket Command, Akwa Ibom State, has come under scrutiny following an on-the-spot assessment that revealed badly deteriorated roofs, ageing buildings, dilapidated staff quarters and a damaged escort vehicle within the facility. The assessment showed sections of the correctional centre with rusted and battered roofing sheets, exposed rafters and walls bearing visible signs of water infiltration. A correctional service escort van parked within the premises was also observed in a non-operational condition, with a damaged front section, corroded bodywork and flat tyres. The findings have raised concerns about the capacity of…
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, have uncovered the bodies of five Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists alongside an AK-47 rifle during ongoing exploitation operations in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State. The latest discovery, made on Thursday, September 3, 2026, is believed to have further exposed the extent of casualties suffered by the terrorists following their failed attack on military positions in Kukawa on August 29. The Acting Military Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North East), Captain Mohammed Goni, disclosed that the troops recovered the decomposing bodies while conducting clearance and exploitation operations…
The Federal Government has selected Benue, Plateau, Nasarawa, Kaduna and Adamawa states, alongside the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), for the pilot implementation of its National Ranching Policy. The Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Maiha, disclosed this after briefing President Bola Tinubu in Abuja on the progress of the Federal Government’s livestock development programme. Maiha said the pilot phase would commence at the Wase Grazing Reserve in Plateau State, where the government intends to test its new ranching model before expanding the initiative to other parts of the country. Under the programme, pastoralists are expected to keep their livestock within…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has presented cheques totalling ₦2.32 billion to 2,971 beneficiaries and next-of-kin of deceased police officers under the Group Life Assurance, Group Personal Accident and IGP Family Welfare Schemes. The presentation was held on Thursday, September 3, 2026, as part of efforts by the Nigeria Police Force to support families of officers who died in the line of duty. According to the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the beneficiaries comprised families of police officers who died in service and were covered under the 2017/2018, 2018/2019,2020/2021, 2021/2022, 2022/2023 and 2024/2025 insurance policy…