From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Governor of Yobe State, Hon. Mai Mala Buni has approved the employment of 424 health professionals to be deployed across health facilities in the state. Contained in a statement issued by Mamman Mohammad, the Director-General of Press and Media Affairs to the Governor, disclosed that the governor approved the hiring of 205 nurses and midwives who recently graduated from the state-owned Shehu Sule College of Nursing and Midwifery. Additionally, the governor approved the employment of 219 health technicians, specializing in various fields, to meet the professional needs of hospitals across the state. The newly…
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From Christiana Gokyo, Jos Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has urged Christians in the state to draw inspiration from the spirit of Christmas to remain resilient, hopeful, and united in the pursuit of peace and progress for both the state and the country. “Together, we can overcome the challenges of today and build a brighter future for Plateau State and Nigeria. Brighter days are indeed ahead,” Governor Mutfwang stated. In his Christmas message, Governor Mutfwang joined millions of Christians and well-wishers worldwide in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, whose life and sacrifice redeemed humanity from sin. He…
…VC links sports development with economic growth By Ado Salisu Khalifah Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN), Kano, has launched newly constructed basketball and tennis courts, with its Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abdulraheed Garba, emphasizing that sports has become one of the fastest-growing industries in the global economy. Prof. Garba highlighted that sports is now a lucrative business, with the potential to integrate seamlessly with education in the near future. He noted that sports now play a strategic role in the socio-economic development of nations worldwide. The university, he explained, is deeply committed to promoting sports, which has led to the provision of…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The opposition party, PDP, has urged President Bola Tinubu to reconsider his administration’s approach to issues directly affecting the lives of citizens, citing the widespread suffering and poverty among Nigerians. Hon. Yusuf Abubakar Dingyadi, Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications to the PDP National Chairman, criticized the government’s policies, claiming they have worsened the economic situation and increased the suffering of many Nigerians. Dingyadi, a PDP chieftain, pointed out that the government’s failure to provide basic necessities has led to a rise in poverty, hunger, and insecurity, particularly in the northern regions of the…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina In a bid to address the issue of unemployment, the Katsina State Government has successfully trained over 500 girls in various skills. The trainees were equipped with knowledge in catering, knitting, sewing, computer literacy, jewellery making, and more. To further support their entrepreneurial journey, they were presented with empowerment kits and cash assistance to help them establish businesses. At the graduation ceremony, Governor Dikko Radda underscored that the success of the program is a testament to his administration’s commitment to the welfare and economic development of the people. “Today’s achievements go beyond certificates and skills;…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, December 25; Thursday, December 26; and Wednesday, January 1, 2025, as public holidays in celebration of Christmas, Boxing Day, and the New Year, respectively. This announcement was made on Monday by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement issued by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani. In his statement, Dr. Tunji-Ojo extended warm greetings to Nigerians, urging citizens to embrace the values of love, peace, and unity during this festive season. He highlighted the importance of the Christmas period as a time for spiritual reflection and national…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has expressed his satisfaction with the cordial relationship between the state and the Chinese government. He made this statement while hosting the Chinese Consul General, Ms. Yan Yuqing, and her team at his office in Calabar. Governor Otu advocated for increased Chinese investment in the state, emphasizing the need for more collaboration. The Consul General, along with her team, was in Calabar to donate anti-malaria drugs worth N35 million. The Governor thanked the Chinese delegation for the generous donation, highlighting its significance in the state’s…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Sokoto State Chapter, has elected new executive members to lead the union for the next three years. The newly elected members include Comrade Usman Muhammad Binji of the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) Sokoto Network Centre, who was elected as Chairman. Nasiru Muhammad Bello of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) returns for a second term as Secretary of the council. The election, which was conducted peacefully under the supervision of the Vice President (Zone A) of the NUJ, saw Comrade Binji emerge victorious with 86 votes, defeating Comrade Surajo…
…Honors Wounded-in-Action Soldiers From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigerian Army recently marked a significant milestone with the commissioning of the Affordable Home Ownership Option for All Soldiers (AHOOAS) project in Idu, Abuja. The project, which consists of 100 blocks of four flats, will provide housing for 400 families, with 5% of the homes reserved for soldiers wounded in action (WIA). This initiative honors a promise made by the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja CFR. The ceremony saw 20 WIA soldiers honored with the symbolic handover of house keys, fulfilling the late COAS’s pledge to ensure…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Government has disbursed N38 million to victims of bandit attacks in the Musawa and Sabuwa local government areas. The beneficiaries of the government’s assistance include families of those who lost loved ones, injured persons, and rescued victims. The Senior Special Assistant on Banditry and Internally Displaced Persons, Saidu Ibrahim Danja, distributed the funds on behalf of the state government. Danja explained that the victims in Musawa Local Government benefited from the assistance in areas such as Jiksmshi, Bakan Tuga, and several villages. In Sabuwa Local Government, the funds were distributed to victims…