Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has denounced the recent terrorist attack on Dumba community, located near Baga in Kukawa Local Government Area. The attack, carried out on Sunday, January 12, 2025, by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP militants, left at least 40 farmers dead. Authorities, at the time of filing this report, are still working to locate and reunite survivors with their families as several people remain missing. In a statement, governor Zulum expressed sadness over the incident and called on the Armed Forces under Operation Hadin Kai to intensify efforts to track and neutralize the perpetrators. “With deep sorrow…
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Delta State Governor, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, of Delta state, said the state would witness enhanced delivery of more infrastructure in 2025. The governor who made the promised while inspecting projects without Asaba, the state capital, said he would embark on more inspection and inauguration of projects in the office in the new year. Speaking at the proposed Asaba International Market, governor Oborevwori said he decided to visit some of the projects to see things for himself. “We won’t just sit in the office and do just approvals; we need to look at some of these projects to see how they…
Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has reiterated his administration commitment to enhance internal revenue generation by leveraging the potential of the newly created Ministry of Livestock Development. The initiative, as stated by him, is part of the state’s broader economic diversification strategy aimed at reducing reliance on federal allocations. The governor has identified the critical role livestock development plays in the state’s economy. He noted that Yobe, with its vast grazing reserves and a significant population of livestock farmers, has the potential to become a hub for livestock production and trade in Nigeria. “We are committed to transforming the…
By Terna Chjkpa, Jaling The Tiv community of Ibi Local Government Area in Taraba State achieved a significant milestone on Saturday with the installation of Zaki Japhet Iorapuur Mkar as the first substantive traditional head of the area, known as the Ter Tiv Ibi. The historic event, as noticed by Worldclass247News, followed Zaki Mkar’s victory in an open ballot election, where he defeated his opponent, Zaki Akenawe Saameakpe. Out of the eight kingmakers who voted, Zaki Mkar secured six votes, while Zaki Akenawe received two. His emergence, came after extensive consultations among elders of the Ichongu and Ipusu clans, as…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address the growing political crisis in the state, following the controversial impeachment of Oredo Local Government Chairman, Tom Obaseki. Speaking at a press conference in Benin City, the PDP caretaker committee chairman, Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi, described the impeachment as unlawful, alleging that it was carried out by 12 individuals posing as councilors who forcibly entered the council secretariat. Dr. Aziegbemi accused the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led state government of undermining democratic processes and orchestrating a campaign of intimidation and harassment against local government chairmen across the state’s…
The Catholic Bishop of Jalingo Diocese, Charles Hamawa, has called on the Nigerian government to prioritize the welfare and proper equipping of the armed forces, urging leaders to refrain from politicizing military entitlements. Speaking during an interdenominational church service held in Jalingo in honor of fallen heroes, Bishop Hamawa stressed the need for adequate incentives and equipment to boost the military’s morale and effectiveness in tackling the nation’s security challenges. “The armed forces must always be provided with what is due to them,” the bishop stated, adding that insufficient equipment continues to undermine their ability to combat insurgents effectively. Bishop Hamawa…
Graham Potter’s introduction to life as West Ham United manager was a crash course in the highs and lows of Premier League football. After just one training session with the team, Potter experienced both the new-manager bounce and a late collapse, underscoring the challenges of repairing the damage left by Julen Lopetegui’s tenure. The occasion was Aston Villa’s 150th anniversary match, and the game delivered all the drama befitting the milestone. Dressed in their black vintage kit, Villa weathered an unpredictable contest before delivering a spirited late response to ruin Potter’s return to management after 20 months away from the dugout.…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has inaugurated three key boards in the health sector, signaling a comprehensive overhaul of healthcare service delivery across the state. The inauguration ceremony took place at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Maiduguri. The newly established boards include the Borno State Hospital Management Board, the Borno State Primary Healthcare Development Board, and the Kashim Ibrahim University Teaching Hospital Management Board. Governor Zulum charged the boards with spearheading reforms to address critical challenges in the state’s healthcare system, such as inadequate facilities, staff shortages, and the lack of essential medical supplies. He emphasized the need for…
In a rare moment of national unity, all five living U.S. presidents came together Thursday to honor the life and legacy of Jimmy Carter at a solemn state funeral held at Washington’s National Cathedral. The gathering, as noticed by WorldClass247News, provided a poignant scene of bipartisanship in a deeply divided America. The ceremony, held just 11 days before Donald Trump’s anticipated return to the White House for a second term, saw the former and current leaders set aside political differences to pay tribute to the 39th president, who passed away on December 29 at the age of 100. In a gesture capturing…
Victims of the recent petrol tanker explosion in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, have called on the government, organizations, and individuals for urgent assistance. The tragic incident caused widespread destruction, leaving several people homeless and taking refuge in temporary shelters. Speaking with WorldClass247News, some of the victims recounted their ordeal and appealed for immediate intervention from both the federal government and well-meaning Nigerians. They emphasized the dire need for relief materials and long-term support to help them rebuild their lives. The explosion, which resulted in the loss of lives and property, has left the affected…