Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has announced a series of new measures aimed at improving education infrastructure, enhancing teachers’ welfare, and boosting learning outcomes across the state. The governor made the announcement during a high-level meeting with education stakeholders at the Council Chamber of the Government House, Maiduguri. Zulum called for greater synergy among all agencies in the sector to ensure effective service delivery. His plans include constructing teachers’ quarters, renovating dilapidated schools, expanding professional development programmes, and improving educators’ access to resources. As part of his policy direction, the governor approved the establishment of additional High Islamic Colleges…
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Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate 2, have arrested 93 suspected internet fraudsters in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The suspects were apprehended on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in a sting operation following credible intelligence linking them to alleged cybercrime activities. According to the EFCC, the operation led to the recovery of 18 vehicles and several mobile devices from the suspects. The anti-graft agency said the suspects would be charged to court upon the conclusion of ongoing investigations.
Over 300 repentant terrorists are currently undergoing rehabilitation at a federal facility in Gombe State, as part of renewed efforts by the Federal Government to reintegrate ex-combatants through non-military approaches. The National Coordinator of the National Counter Terrorism Centre, Major-General Adamu Laka, disclosed this on Thursday during a high-level stakeholders and donors meeting in Abuja. He explained that the ongoing programme—Operation Safe Corridor—based in Mallam Sidi, Gombe State, has so far graduated more than 2,600 low-risk former insurgents. The initiative provides psychosocial support, vocational training, and reintegration assistance to facilitate their return to society. “Currently, there are over 300 clients…
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has raised alarm over what it described as an increasing trend of lobbying and unofficial influence-seeking by some officers for special promotions. In a statement issued on Thursday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the NPF expressed concern that the practice is being fueled by misleading media reports following the recent approval of accelerated promotions for selected officers. Adejobi clarified that the recent special promotions were not arbitrary but followed a structured reward system aimed at recognising officers who have exhibited exceptional performance, bravery, professional excellence, and dedication to duty. He emphasized that…
Adamawa State Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, has called on legal practitioners to uphold impartiality and fairness in the justice system, emphasizing their critical role in defending the rights of the common man. She made the appeal on Thursday while declaring open the 2025 North East Regional Conference of the Christian Lawyers Fellowship of Nigeria (CLASFON), held in Yola. The four-day gathering, themed “Thine is the Kingdom”, drew Christian lawyers from across the region for discussions on law, ethics, and faith. Farauta urged the legal community to reflect Christlike virtues in their professional conduct and serve as advocates of justice without…
…Gombe to Host Modern Veterinary Hospital, as L-PRES Pledges More Support Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has restated his administration’s commitment to positioning Gombe State as a leading livestock hub in Nigeria through sustained infrastructure development and strategic policy implementation. The governor made this known while hosting the National Project Coordinator of the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PRES) Project, Malam Sanusi Abubakar, who led a two-day technical mission to the state to assess ongoing projects and consult with key stakeholders. Describing L-PRES as a critical partner in the state’s agricultural advancement, Governor Yahaya commended the project’s numerous contributions, especially the…
The Taraba State Police Command has announced the assumption of duty by Betty Enekpen Isokpan Otimenyin, psc, as the 32nd Commissioner of Police in the state. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Acting Police Public Relations Officer, James Lashen Saminu, Isokpan formally took over the reins of leadership on Tuesday, August 6, 2025. A native of Edo State, Isokpan brings over three decades of experience in policing, having joined the Nigeria Police Force in 1992 as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP). She holds a BA (Ed) in English from the former Bendel State University, now Delta State…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC), Nigeria, has condemned the reported denial of clearance to a female Muslim corps member in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) by a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) official, allegedly due to her wearing a knee-length hijab. In a statement issued, MPAC described the action of the Local Inspector as “unlawful and unacceptable,” citing it as a clear violation of the Nigerian Constitution, which guarantees freedom of religion and expression. The group explained that the corps member was initially denied clearance at her local NYSC office, but the issue was quickly resolved following the intervention…
Tension gripped the Federal Ministry of Finance headquarters in Abuja on Monday as scores of retired Nigerian Army personnel barricaded the entrance in protest over the non-payment of their entitlements. The peaceful demonstration, which began around 7 a.m., involved ex-soldiers who voluntarily disengaged from service in the third and fourth quarters of 2023 and officially exited the military on July 1, 2024. The protesters, comprising both men and women, blocked access to the ministry complex, leaving workers stranded for several hours. Carrying placards and banners, the retirees listed several demands, including full payment of their gratuities and Salary Deductions Allowance…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has reiterated his administration’s resolve to curb medical tourism by developing world-class healthcare infrastructure within the state. The governor made this known during an inspection tour of the ongoing construction of the Borno State Teaching Hospital, a multi-billion naira project located along the Maiduguri-Damaturu Road. Zulum stated that once completed, the 400-bed facility featuring 15 specialised departments will not only enhance healthcare delivery but also serve as a training centre for medical students from Kashim Ibrahim University, Maiduguri. Speaking to journalists after the inspection, Governor Zulum said the project was conceived to provide…