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By Ibrahim Shaibu  In a strategic move to secure the top position in the ruling party's digital ranks, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yobe State has launched a full-scale mobilization toward the national e-membership drive.  The campaign aims to register every eligible resident, leveraging its unique political standing to claim national leadership in party membership. The directive was issued by State Party Chairman Alhaji Muhammad Gadaka during a critical strategy session in Damaturu with leaders from all 17 local government areas.  The meeting focused on crafting a grassroots plan to dramatically increase registrations. Chairman Gadaka pointed to a significant strategic advantage, stressed Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni, who also chairs the APC’s National Reconciliation and Mobilization Committee.  "Our ambition is unequivocal. With our Governor at the helm of national mobilization, Yobe must not only participate but lead the entire country i...

By Yusuf A. Yusuf, Damaturu Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has approved the appointment of Professor Mohammed Bashir Tahir as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of Yobe State University, Damaturu. The announcement was contained in a statement issued by the Chairman of the University’s Governing Council, Alhaji Ahmed Mustapha Goniri, Esq., and made available to journalists in Damaturu on Friday. According to the statement, the Governor’s approval followed the recommendation of the University’s Governing Council, which was reached during an extraordinary meeting held earlier that day. The statement also highlighted the appointee's distinguished background, noting that "Prof. Mohammed Bashir Tahir is a Professor of General Surgery and a Fellow of the West African College of Surgeons. "Until his appointment, he served as the Medical Director of the Ultra-Modern Police Hospital, Damaturu." Professor Tahir is expected to bring his extensive academic and adminis...

By Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturun  "The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has issued a strong formal endorsement of Governor Mai Mala Buni’s administration, attributing the state’s developmental progress over the past seven years directly to his “unique, inclusive, and compassionate leadership style.” In a detailed statement signed by its National President, Hon. Khalil Moh’d Bello, revealed,throughout history, the success or failure of any society has always been a direct reflection of its leadership.  KACRAN as an association is committed to the welfare of their members and the progress of the nation, the Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) formally state their position regarding the administration of His Excellency, Honorable (Dr) Mai Mala Buni, CON (Chiroman Gujba) The statement read part "It is our firm conviction that the enviable achievements recorded in Yobe State and within the national political landscape over the...

  By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Yobe South Senator Ibrahim Mohammed Bomai has outlined his development agenda for the district, prioritizing infrastructure, youth empowerment, and education while calling for political unity to sustain progress. Speaking during a press briefing, the All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker highlighted completed and ongoing projects aimed at improving living standards across the senatorial zone.  He reiterated his commitment to delivering visible outcomes for constituents. "Our focus remains on delivering tangible projects that directly improve living conditions and create opportunities for our people," Senator Bomai stated. Key achievements cited include the construction of roads and drainage systems, improved access to clean water, and installation of solar streetlights to boost safety in communities. Beyond infrastructure, the senator emphasized investments in human capital, including skills acquisition programs for youth and t...

By Yusuf A Yusuf Damaturu The Youth Leaders Forum of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yobe State has appealed to the party's top leadership to bring all independent support groups under central oversight to prevent internal divisions. Following a meeting in Damaturu on Monday, the forum comprising youth leaders from all 17 local government areas issued a direct appeal to State Governor and APC Leader Mai Mala Buni and State Party Chairman Alhaji Mohammad Gadaka. The meeting,chaired by State APC Youth Leader Babangida Adamu Jajere, acknowledged the positive growth in pro-APC support groups but emphasized the risks of their operating autonomously. "The rise of various support groups reflects growing enthusiasm for our party.However, their continued operation without formal integration into the party’s official structure could lead to conflict and fragmentation,"the forum stated. Citing the APC National Secretariat model where support groups ope...

By Yusuf A Yusuf Damaturu The Spotlight for Transparency and Accountability has officially launched "Bayani AI," an artificial intelligence platform designed to demystify government finances and empower citizens at the grassroots level. Spotlight Executive Director, Mu'azu Alhaji Modu, announced the launch during the weekend in Damaturu, explaining that "Bayani," a Hausa word meaning "information," is an AI solution focused squarely on Nigeria's 774 local governments. According to him, this initiative comes in the wake of the Supreme Court's July 2024 ruling granting full financial autonomy to local governments—a decision hampered by what Modu described as a systemic lack of capacity to manage these new resources. He outlined the platform's mission; "We came up with an AI system that supports citizen journalists and reformers by giving them access to real-time information on budget allocations, projects, and the earnings of...