Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the establishment of the Federal University of Agriculture and Entrepreneurship in Bama, describing the initiative as a significant milestone for educational growth in the North-East. Zulum made the remarks during a visit to the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, in Abuja, following the appointment of principal officers for the newly created institution. According to the governor, the speedy appointment of the university’s management team reflects the Federal Government’s determination to expand access to quality education and strengthen academic development in Borno State and the wider…
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The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has called for a transparent investigation into reports that the name of Dunamis International Gospel Centre appeared on payment receipts linked to Nigerian passport renewal transactions. In a statement released on Wednesday, MPAC said the alleged incident has raised concerns about the neutrality and integrity of public service systems, especially those handling critical national processes. Citing multiple reports, the group noted that some Nigerians who processed passport payments through a channel integrated with Paystack noticed an unexpected reference to a Christian organisation in their transaction details. Responding to the allegations, the Nigeria Immigration Service…
The Northwest University, Sokoto (NWUS) has reached a proud new chapter in its history. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mukhtar Umar Bunza announced, on Tuesday, that the university secured full accreditation for the vast majority of its programmes following a rigorous review by the National Universities Commission (NUC) late last year. During a press conference at the Senate Chambers, Prof. Bunza shared the results with a sense of collective pride. He credited the achievement to the grit and dedication of the university’s staff and students, as well as the steadfast guidance of the Governing Council and the institution’s Founder and Pro-Chancellor, His Excellency,…
The Northwest University, Sokoto (NWUS) has reached a proud new chapter in its history. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mukhtar Umar Bunza announced, on Tuesday, that the university secured full accreditation for the vast majority of its programmes following a rigorous review by the National Universities Commission (NUC) late last year. During a press conference at the Senate Chambers, Prof. Bunza shared the results with a sense of collective pride. He credited the achievement to the grit and dedication of the university’s staff and students, as well as the steadfast guidance of the Governing Council and the institution’s Founder and Pro-Chancellor, His Excellency,…
Tension has risen in Biu Local Government Area following a violent attack on facilities belonging to Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC), prompting the company to suspend operations in the area. In a statement released on Tuesday, YEDC condemned the physical assault on its personnel and the invasion of its office, describing the incident as a serious threat to service delivery and staff safety. The statement, signed by Communications Officer Blessing Tunoh, disclosed that suspected criminal elements forcefully gained entry into the company’s Biu office. The attackers allegedly assaulted workers, vandalized property, and set company vehicles ablaze. The company further revealed…
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has reaffirmed his commitment to a free, fair, and transparent process in the emergence of his successor in Adamawa State. The governor made the statement at the Government House in Yola while receiving a governorship aspirant, Comrade Salihu Mustapha, who paid him a courtesy visit to formally declare his intention to contest the seat. Fintiri noted that the increasing number of aspirants in the race would deepen the democratic process and provide the people of the state with credible options. He added that his administration remains focused on delivering its mandate within the remaining period of…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has explained his decision to support his Commissioner for Works, Mustapha Gubio, as his preferred successor in the 2027 governorship election. Zulum endorsed Gubio after presenting him with expression of interest and nomination forms of the All Progressives Congress in Abuja, a move seen as a significant step toward shaping the state’s political succession. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Dauda Iliya, the governor said the endorsement was aimed at sustaining the developmental progress achieved under his administration. Zulum noted that Gubio embodies qualities such as discipline, courage, and dedication to public service,…
The Adamawa State Government has announced the resignation of two commissioners and approved over N7 billion for infrastructure and social development projects across the state. Those who stepped down are the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Felix Tangwami, and the Commissioner for Livestock and Aquaculture Development, Tijjani Maksha. Their resignations take immediate effect. The development was disclosed on Wednesday after a State Executive Council meeting chaired by Deputy Governor Kaletapwa George Farauta at the Government House in Yola. Briefing journalists, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, James Iliya, said the resignations would allow the former commissioners to pursue elective…
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa state on Monday visited Guyaku community in Gombi local government council to assess the aftermath of a deadly attack attributed to Boko Haram insurgents, which left significant destruction and deepened security concerns in the area. The attack, which reportedly occurred on Sunday, has further heightened tension in the community already grappling with repeated violent incidents in parts of the state. He expressed concern over what he described as persistent assaults on rural communities, noting that the Guyaku attack came less than a week after a similar incident in Wuro Ladde community in Hong local…
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the arrest of four suspected bandits and the recovery of firearms and ammunition during a targeted operation in Kaduna State. According to a statement issued on Sunday, the operation was carried out by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department–Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS), following credible intelligence on criminal activities in the area. The suspects identified as Abdumumini Abubakar (40), Maikano Gambo (47), Saleh Thompson (47), and Oyonyi Odango (40) were arrested on March 7, 2026, in Tayu, Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Items recovered from them include four AK-47 rifles with magazines, 80…