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By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has on Thursday swore in two new Permanent Secretaries,Alhaji Musa Audu Fara and Mohammed Balumi, along with the permanent member Pilgrims Welfare Commission, Alhaji Baba Gana Bukar Gujba.  The swearing-in ceremony took place at the WAWA hall government house Damaturu. In his address, Governor Buni urged the new appointees to justify the confidence reposed in them by adding value to governance and improve service delivery. Buni reassured the state civil servants that government would continue to appreciate and rewards public officers who put in their best to improve service delivery.  The Governor said the promotion of the new officers to the position of Permanent Secretaries is aimed at promoting effective and efficient service delivery in the public service and to encourage hard work, as well as to fill in the existing vacancies.  The Governor noted that, “On the available record, the new ...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has on Thursday swore in two new Permanent Secretaries,Alhaji Musa Audu Fara-Fara and Mohammed Balumi, along with the permanent member Pilgrims Welfare Commission,Alhaji Baba Gana Bukar Gujba.  The swearing-in ceremony took place at the WAWA hall government house Damaturu. In his address,Governor Buni urged the new appointees to justify the confidence reposed in them by adding value to governance and improve service delivery. He reassured the state civil servants that government would continue to appreciate and rewards public officers who put in their best to improve service delivery. Governor Buni said, the promotion of the new officers to the position of Permanent Secretaries is aimed at promoting effective and efficient service delivery in the public service and to encourage hard work, as well as to fill in the existing vacancies. He noted that, “On the available record, the new appointees have put...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu The Nigeria Union of Journalists Yobe state Council has on Tuesday inaugurated new executive members that would steer it’s affairs for the period of three years. Comrade Rajab Mohammed Ismail was re-elected unopposed as Council Chairman at the just concluded election held at the Yobe Council Secretariat. With him to steer the mantle of leadership were Usman Mohammed Nasoro,vice Chairman,Alhassan Sule Mamudo,Council Secretary,Babayo Wakili,Assistant Secretary, Murjanatu Hamisu Yalwa , Auditor,Baba Shehu Mohammed, treasurer was also returned unopposed. However, one vacant positions, that of the financial secretary has been scheduled for bye-election which is to be announced in due course.      Rajab,after the dissolution of the house and the taking of oath which was administered by Barrister Abdulrahman Mohammed Karage had in his acceptance speech promised to do all it takes together with his team of officers to reposition ...

The Northeast Governors Forum have resolved to work with the Shangai Electric Company to construct a 60 megawatts coal power plant or 50 megawatts solar power plant in each of the six states of Adamawa, Bauchi,  Borno, Gombe, Taraba and Yobe to address the inadequate power supply in the region. This is contained in a communique issued at the end of the forum's meeting on Saturday in Yola.  The communique which was read by the Yobe state Governor Hon. Mai Mala Buni, stated that poor infrastructure and bad road network are stalling development and fueling insecurity in the region, and making life more difficult to the people. The forum called on the North East Development Commission to work with the state governments and the federal ministry of Works to improve road networks, and to adopt more practical measures in rebuilding the roads. "Although the security situation is improving positively, State governments should  collaborate in the design of the security a...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  The Ninth Northeast Governors' Forum Meeting has commenced with a called on quick action towards mitigation of Climate Change Crisis. Chaired by Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, the meeting was declared opened at the Banquet Hall of Government House Adamawa. In his opening remarks, the Chairman of the Forum who doubled as the Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum said the North East Sub-Region has enormous challenges which could only be mitigated collectively. Babagana Zulum further noted that it is high time for the leaders of the region to harmonize their respective states' development Programmes and Policies to achieve a common goal that would benefit the Sub-Region. He specifically called on the North East Governors to focus more on small scale irrigation farming to support the unpredictable rainy season in the region. The Governors entered a closed door meeting at around 11:00am and are expected to come out...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  The Ninth Northeast Governors' Forum Meeting has commenced with a call on quick action towards mitigation of Climate Change Crisis. Chaired by Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, the meeting was declared opened at the Banquet Hall of Government House Adamawa. In his opening remarks, the Chairman of the Forum who doubled as the Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum said the North East Sub-Region has enormous challenges which could only be mitigated collectively. Babagana Zulum further noted that it is high time for the leaders of the region to harmonize their respective states' development Programmes and Policies to achieve a common goal that would benefit the Sub-Region. He specifically called on the North East Governors to focus more on small scale irrigation farming to support the unpredictable rainy season in the region. The Governors entered a closed door meeting at around 11:00am and are expected to come out w...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu Determined to improve the economy of his constituents, the federal house of representatives member for Bade/Jakusko constituency Hassan K. Jakduwa (IBN Jaks) has facilitated a training for 250 Persons across his Constituency in areas of Fishery and Poultry Farming. The training which took place recently at the Saleh Suleiman event center,Gashua,Yobe State was a one day intensive training on fishery and poultry farming which was facilitated by Malam. Haruna Mamman, a renowned fishery expert in the region and Malam Musa Mustapha a livestock expert.  The training was declared opened by Malam Salisu Jawi who represented Hon, Jakduwa at the event and gave his opening remarks. He said  the objective behind training 250 individuals in fishery and poultry is to alleviate poverty in the region and empower them to be self-reliant. The lawmaker stated that,the participants would be assists with the capital of 30,000 naira intended to fac...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has purchased a House worth Seven Million Naira for the children of the late Mohammed Ali who was accidentally killed by a Military Truck in Damaturu a few weeks ago. In addition to the House,the family also received a cash donation amounting to Two Million,Five Hundred Thousand Naira(2.5m) from the Governor as well as a pledge of supporting the Basic Education of the Children. Presenting the Cash Support and the documents of the House to the Children on behalf of Governor Buni, through the Emir of Damaturu Alhaji Shehu Hashimi II Ibn Umar Al-Amin El-Kanemi, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Religious Affairs Ustaz Babagana Mallam Kyari sympathizes with the Family and prayed for the deceased Al-Jannatul Firdaus. Ustaz Kyari who urges the widow to take heart, revealed that,the cash and other support has not given as a rebate for losing their loved ones but a social protection at thought economic times coursed by the ...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu   The Network of Yobe Civil Society Organizations (NYCSO) is deeply concerned about the persistently low Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) performance of the Government of Yobe State, despite commendable efforts by the administration of Governor Mai Mala Buni to enact laws aimed at prudent resource management and fiscal stability, NYCSO recognizes the importance of transparency and accountability in the Public Finance Management (PFM) sector and applauds the government's commitment to these principles. This is contained in a statement Signed by Alhaji Baba Shehu,the Executive Director NNYCSO Yobe State Chapter and made available to newsmen in Damaturu. According to the statement,the recent fiscal performance report,ranking Yobe State as the 32nd state in the country in 2023,raises significant alarms NYCSO attributes this ranking to the state's low IGR,coupled with a skyrocketing domestic debt profile. It read apart" Despite a slight ...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe state has on Thursday, received Lawan Musa Majakura,member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state House of Assembly who defected to the All Progressives Congress  (APC). The governor described Majakura as a young and vibrant politician with huge potentials. "Politics is about service to the people, l am impressed with your commitment to serve your constituency effectively. "I am also impressed with the calibre of people that accompany you to this event, it shows your acceptance by these group of credible politicians" he said. Earlier, Hon. Lawan Musa Majakura said he was convinced to leave PDP for APC because of the commendable efforts of the Buni administration in providing infrastructure to the people of his constituency. He said the construction of roads, housing estate,medical facilities and others have transformed communities in his constituency. "I want to join hands with you an...

The Organization for Innovation and Sustainable Development(OISD) has Organized a 3- day training for female journalists in Yobe State. The training which was sponsored by the Public Affairs Section of the US Embassy tagged "SHE EXISTS" promoting equity and equal opportunities for women in media was aimed to train Female Journalist in North-east Nigeria which are Adamawa,Gombe, Taraba, Bauchi, Yobe and Borno. The training drew 35 participants across the States and was held at Royalton Halls and event centre Damaturu,Yobe State. In his welcome address,the Executive Director OISD Mr Jamilu Yusuf  advised the participants to make good use of the training. He stated that "SHE EXISTS is not just a program; it is a commitment to change, a dedication to breaking barriers, and a testament to the resilience of women in media. " Our journey has been one of collaboration, shared learning, and the collective effort to foster gender-sensitive reporting and equitable ...

BY Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Yobe state Governor,Mai Mala Buni has charged the Sworn-In Secretary to Yobe State Government,Baba Malam Wali to commit his wealth of experience to employ cost-effective measures for the government to save costs and channel more resources into people-oriented projects and programmes that would add value to the lives of the people. The Governor made the called on Monday shortly after Sworn-In the secretary to the State government(SSG) took place at the Banquet Hall, Government House Damaturu. Governor Buni stated that,he has no doubt in Baba Wali's sense of commitment to duty, patriotism,loyalty and proactive approach to service. He enjoined the SSG to champion the delegation of duty and responsibilities to all officers under the supervision of their superiors to groom more competent officers as others go on retirement.   Buni stated that,"It is by doing so,that the state would harvest more proficient officers trained by your rich wealth ...

Cross section of participants at a hybrid National Sustainability Media Workshop organised by Sterling One Foundation in collaboration with Microsoft,Sterling Bank,Coca-cola,The Sun Media and other stakeholders in Lagos recently. By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  The Sterling One Foundation, committed to sustainable development and environmental stewardship, partnered with Microsoft Nigeria, Sterling Bank, The Sun Media, Oando Foundation, Coca Cola and other private sector organizations to launch a transformative capacity-strengthening workshop, with the goal of empowering media to escalate the urgency of the climate change crisis through their reporting. This forward-thinking event, themed ‘Achieving the SDGs: Strengthening Media Capacities for Effective Reportage’ commenced in Lagos with a two-day advocacy training aimed at equipping media professionals andt journalists in Nigeria with the skills and knowledge required to amplify narratives on climate adaptation and the Sus...

Cross section of participants at a hybrid National Sustainability Media Workshop organised by Sterling One Foundation in collaboration with Microsoft,Sterling Bank,Coca-cola,The Sun Media and other stakeholders in Lagos recently. By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  The Sterling One Foundation, committed to sustainable development and environmental stewardship, partnered with Microsoft Nigeria, Sterling Bank, The Sun Media, Oando Foundation, Coca Cola and other private sector organizations to launch a transformative capacity-strengthening workshop, with the goal of empowering media to escalate the urgency of the climate change crisis through their reporting. This forward-thinking event, themed ‘Achieving the SDGs: Strengthening Media Capacities for Effective Reportage’ commenced in Lagos with a two-day advocacy training aimed at equipping media professionals andt journalists in Nigeria with the skills and knowledge required to amplify narratives on climate adaptation and the Sus...

Commissioner Ministry of women affairs,Yobe NAWOJ during familiarisation Visit  By Yusuf A Yusuf,Damaturu  The commissioner Yobe State  Ministry of Women Affairs has assured that the ministry will partner the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, (NAWOJ)Yobe State chapter in driving down to the grassroots the core mandate of the ministry. The commissioner,Hajiya Ya Jalo Badama gave the assurance on Wednesday during a courtesy call paid on her by the EXCO members of the Association in the state. She expressed delight over the visit and appreciated the group for the selfless service rendered towards the development of the state. Ya Jalo stated that the mandate of the ministry was in line with the activity of the association,(NAWOJ) expressed optimism that they will work harmoniously together to achieve their common goal. She assured them of the Ministry’s readiness to partner with them to ensure that the less privileged and disabled in the society are adequa...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Yobe state security  Council under the chairmanship of Governor Mai Mala Buni Wednesday reviewed the security situation in the border communities affected by a recent security challenge in the state. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, Brig. Gen. Abdulsalam Dahiru (rtd), stated this in Damaturu while briefing the press after the state security council meeting. He explained that the recent security challenge in some villages in Geidam local government area was as a result of infiltration of suspected insurgents into the state. “Yobe state shares common borders with Borno state, and an international boundary with Niger Republic. “The security agencies have deployed security men to the area and we are studying the report on the infiltration to forestall future occurence. “Meanwhile, calm and normalcy have returned to the affected villages” Gen. Abdulsalam said. He called on the people to remain vigilant and report suspi...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu Yobe state Governor Hon.  Mai Mala Buni CON, said he would personally supervise the implementation of the Sustainable Solutions for Long-Term Displaced persons (SOLID) project to ensure the success of the programme in the state. He stated this today when a team from the World Bank paid him a working visit in Damaturu.  "I am delighted to welcome yet another initiative by the World Bank to support the state government in implementing more sustainable solutions for long-term displaced persons and to support the host communities in dealing with the challenges they face. "Yobe is the second most affected state that recorded massive destruction of facilities and infrastructure by the insurgency, therefore, the need for additional facilities to support government efforts to effectively serve the people cannot be overemphasized as some of the displaced persons have chosen to settle permanently in the host communities. "We have also recorde...