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…
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…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…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has been honoured with the Northeast Governor of the Year Award at the maiden edition of the Progressive Digital Summit held over the weekend in Abuja. The summit, which celebrates innovative governance and impactful leadership across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, recognised Governor Zulum for his exceptional performance and commitment to rebuilding and transforming Borno State despite numerous challenges. The award was received on behalf of the governor by his Senior Technical Assistant on Print and Digital Communications, Abdurrahman Ahmed Bundi, who expressed deep appreciation for the recognition. “This honour is a testament to the relentless…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has assured residents of Maiduguri and nearby communities that there is no immediate danger of flooding from the Alau Dam, despite rising water levels caused by recent heavy rainfall. The governor gave the assurance on Saturday while inspecting the ongoing reconstruction work at the dam, located on the outskirts of the state capital. His visit came amid growing concerns from residents over possible flooding in the area. Addressing reporters during the inspection, Governor Zulum said current assessments conducted by engineers have shown that there is no cause for panic. “As of now, based…
Former Ghanaian President John Mahama has given firm assurances that Nigerians residing in Ghana are safe and not under threat, stressing that Ghana harbours no tolerance for xenophobic sentiments. Mahama made the remarks while receiving Nigeria’s special envoy, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, amid concerns over recent anti-Nigerian protests in parts of Ghana. He clarified that the demonstrations, which drew attention online, were sparked by a misleading viral video created years ago and involved fewer than 50 individuals. He urged President Bola Tinubu not to be alarmed, saying the Ghanaian government had acted swiftly to contain the situation and reaffirmed its commitment…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, on Saturday launched the sale of fertilisers at a 50 percent subsidised rate and commenced the distribution of free agricultural inputs to vulnerable farmers, as part of efforts to boost food production ahead of the 2025 wet farming season. The flag-off ceremony was held at the Fertiliser Blending Company, Farm Centre in Maiduguri. Zulum disclosed that 75 trucks of fertiliser would be distributed to small holder farmers, returnees in resettled communities, youth, women, and other vulnerable groups across the state’s 27 local government areas. “I have approved the sale of fertilisers at a…