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By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has called on aspirants seeking various elective positions under the All Progressives Congress (APC) and party stakeholders to adopt consensus as the preferred mode for candidate emergence ahead of the party primaries. The APC primary elections are scheduled to commence on Friday, 15 May, with the House of Representatives primaries and climax on Saturday, 23 May, with the presidential primaries. Governor Zulum made the call on Thursday during a critical stakeholders’ meeting held at the Multipurpose Hall of the Government House in Maiduguri, stressing that consensus remains the most viable option for strengthening party unity. “Let me start by appreciating all our stakeholders for the support and commitment to advancing the course of our great party, APC, and our administration,” Zulum said. “As we prepare for the party primaries, which will commence on Friday, I want to remind all our aspirants con...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  A massive turnout of All Progressives Congress (APC) supporters from all 17 local government areas flooded the streets of the Yobe State capital thursday to greet Governor Mai Mala Buni and the party's preferred governorship candidate, Baba Malam Wali, following their successful clearance screening in Abuja. The atmosphere at the Muhammadu Buhari International Airport was electric as the two leaders addressed the sea of cheering party faithful. Governor Buni told the gathering that the overwhelming reception proved Yobe remains strong APC territory.  "We are one united family, and we must not allow political differences to tear us apart," he said. The governor urged supporters to steer clear of insults, name calling, and petty arguments, stressing that such behavior goes against the state's cultural values and will not be tolerated. He also praised party members for their unwavering trust in his administration and in...

By Alhaji Yusuf Damaturu  The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) marked its seventh anniversary with a strong call for national unity, urging Nigerians to embrace mutual respect, and harmony regardless of ethnic or religious differences. Held in Damaturu, the event celebrated the association’s founding on February 17, 2017, and highlighted its evolution over seven years of advocacy and community engagement. Addressing attendees, KACRAN National President, Hon. Khalil Mohammad Bello, said the gathering was not merely a celebration but a moment of reflection on the association’s journey and accomplishments. “We have existed for seven years, worthy of marking. During our evolution, we have achieved many wins. That is why we are here to review our journey and showcase our accomplishments," Bello stated. He stressed that KACRAN stands apart for its non discriminatory stance,welcoming every Nigerian irrespective of faith, ethnicity, or or...

By Yusuf A Yusuf Damaturu  The Yobe South APC Christian Forum for Inclusive Governance has officially thrown its weight behind Alh. Baba Malam Wali,as the party’s governorship candidate for the 2027 election. The endorsement was the high point of the group’s “Inclusive Governance for Collective Progress and Development Summit 2026,” where Christian stakeholders from Yobe South resolved to back continuity and reward inclusive leadership. In a communiqué signed by the forum’s Convener, Omale John Achimugu, the group described Wali, currently Secretary to the Yobe State Government, as a seasoned administrator with the competence and institutional memory to sustain the developmental strides of Governor Mai Mala Buni. The forum lauded Governor Buni for deliberately integrating Christian communities into governance, restoring peace, advancing infrastructure, and empowering youth. They noted that such inclusion has boosted democratic participation and fostered a sense of belon...

By Yusuf A Yusuf Damaturu  The Yobe State Head of Service (HoS), Abdullahi Musa Shehu has disclosed that 3,000 civil servants participated in the 2026 promotion examination across the state. The HoS made the announcement in Damaturu while overseeing the conduct of the examination at Government Girls College, Damaturu. He was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Public Service, Hamidu Musa Babi.According to Shehu, the examination was organised for all eligible civil servants due for promotion. He stated that officers on grade levels 7 to 9, 10 to 13, and 15 to 16 were invited to sit for the test, which took place simultaneously at three designated centres;Damaturu (Zone A), Potiskum (Zone B), and Gashua (Zone C). The Head of Service explained that the examination aims to enhance productivity and efficiency within the public service, as well as to familiarise civil servants with government policies and programmes. He further praised the qu...

By Adamu Ibrahim,Damaturu The Yobe First Movement, a forum for peace and development in Yobe State, has called for the immediate resignation of the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over allegations of compromised neutrality ahead of the party’s primaries. The group made the demand on Wednesday during a press briefing in Damaturu, the state capital. The Director General of the movement,Lawan M.Ibrahim expressed grave concern over what he described as a breach of impartiality by the APC chairman. He alleged that the chairman recently appeared publicly alongside former Governor and Minister of Police Affairs, Alhaji Ibrahim Geidam and Yobe state Governor Mai Mala Buni to endorse and raise the hand of a governorship aspirant,Baba Mallam Wali even before the aspirant had purchased his nomination form. The DG described the action as a unilateral endorsement and an attempt to impose a preferred candidate on the ballot. "The office of the State...