Tera people are an ethnic group that make up the early inhabitants of Gombe area prior to the 18th century and are speakers of the Adamawa–ubangy family of Kwa Languages, who belief to have migrated from Yemen in the Middle East and have stayed for years at Kanem-Borno from where they moved into Gombe area via Shani in the present day Biu area of Borno. Presently, Tera people are mostly found in the east of the present day Gombe emirate. Ngwarda annual harvest festival of Tera people of Zambuk is acclaimed as one of the popular cultural festival in Gombe…
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From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu, on Wednesday, expressed his gratitude to Cross Riverians for their well-behaved conduct in the ongoing nationwide protests The Governor praised them for their patriotism, maturity, and solidarity, for their understanding, saying that their actions have set a remarkable example for others to follow. The Governor said In a thank you message entitled “Working towards achieving a better future for Cross River”, issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Linus Obogo, Otu. He emphasized the importance of patriotism, stating that “true patriotism is reflected in actions…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos A total number of 51 suspects has arrested for violating governtment directives and attempting to vandalize private properties in Jos. The Plateau State Commissioner of Police alongside heads of other security agencies have carried out an on-the-spot assessment/surveillance patrol of the nooks and crannies of the state capital, to ascertain the level of compliance. The disclosed this on Wednesday in a statement signed and issue to newsmen in Jos by the PPRO DSP Alfred Alabo said, during that outing, a total number of twenty-six (26) suspects were arrested for noncompliance with the curfew and attempting to…
From Umar Danladi Ado The Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN) has urged policymakers, employers, and community leaders to take actionable steps towards creating a breastfeeding-friendly society. This includes implementing policies that protect maternity rights, providing breastfeeding facilities in public spaces and workplaces, and ensuring that healthcare professionals are equipped to offer the necessary support to new mothers. NANS maintain that by closing the gap in breastfeeding support, we can contribute to healthier outcomes for mothers and children and move closer to achieving global health and nutrition goals. NANS, in a statement issued to newsmen, also said it is proud to…
From Mustapha saye, Kaduna The Kaduna State Security Council has not reviewed the 24-hour curfew imposed on Kaduna and Zaria towns and their environs. The 24-hour curfew remains in place and is being actively enforced by security agencies, contrary to insinuations that it has been reviewed. According to the statement issued and signed by Commissioner of iInternal Securityand hHome Affairs,Samual Aruwan said ,”Citizens are enjoined to observe the curfew strictly, and to shun rumours or unverified reports.” Reliable and accurate updates will be duly communicated to the public through official channels.
By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has condoled with the family of late Bashir Auwal Tudun Fulani, Deputy-Commander of Vigilante of Tudun Fulani unit in Ungogo local government, who was killed a few days ago while trying to broker peace between factions of Yandaba. The governor, who was represented by the Director-General, Special Services Directorate, Government House, Kano, AVM Ibrahim Umaru (rtd), led a delegation on a condolence visit to the families of the deceased, condemned the killing, saying it was barbaric. Governor Abba Kabir, who described the deceased as a hero and patriotic Nigerian who…
By Rabiu Sanusi Concerned by the inflation following the relaxation of the imposed curfew in the state, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has convened an interactive meeting with the business community to find solutions to halt this troubling trend. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday. Speaking at the meeting held at the Ante Chamber, Government House, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf reported that within hours of relaxing the curfew, the prices of basic commodities, especially staple foods, had skyrocketed to an unimaginable level. He emphasized that this situation…
The TAMI duo, with individual names Damilola and Toyosi, have been evicted from the ongoing Big Brother Naija “No Loose Guard” season. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, the host of the reality television show, announced their eviction at a live show on Sunday night. The TAMI duo was evicted after it received the lowest percentage of votes among the three other pairs. Based on the voting polls, Tami got 2.21 per cent of the total votes. Streeze came in next with 4.58 per cent, Radicals with 4.81 per cent and Chekas with 5.12 per cent. During their onstage interview, Toyosi said that, although…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The leadership of Jama’atul Izalatul Bidiah Wa”igamatul Sunnah (JIBWIS) in Katsina State has denied receiving rice from the federal government for distribution to members. The state Chairman of JIBWIS, Sheikh Yakubu Musa Hassan, told newsmen that not a single bag of rice was donated to the Islamic sect by the federal government or any individual. His words: “JIBWiS has not collected bags of rice from Federal Government. those circulating the rumour are our enemies.” “I called on Muslim Ummah to disregard the rumour; it is not true but the handwork of our enemies who are…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State Government says following the improvement in the security situation within the Jos-Bukuru metropolis, the Government has announced a relaxation of the earlier imposed 24-hour curfew. Effective from Wednesday, August 7, 2024, residents of the area can now move freely between the hours of 2pm and 6pm daily until further notice. Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, who ordered the relaxation after consultation with the security agencies, praised them for their diligence and commitment to ensuring strict compliance with the curfew. He emphasized the importance of maintaining vigilance to prevent any potential breakdown of law and…