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By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu Bauchi, Kano emerged winners of the 38th National Qur'anic Recitation competition.Ibrahim Mohammed Nasir from Bauchi state and Zainab Aliyu Mohammed,from Kano state are the representative of their respective states have emerged overall winners of the 38th National Qur’anic Recitation competition held in Damaturu, Yobe State. The winner from the male category, Ibrahim Mohammed Nasir was crowned as hero of the year by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar,and received five million(5,000,000) naira as well as a Toyota Corolla ,while Zainab Aliyu Mohammed of the female category from Kano state was also crowned as hero of the year by the Ya- Maira of Damaturu Emirate also received  five million (5,000,000) and a Honda Accord Car. Announcing the results, the Director Center for Islamic Studies Usman Dan Fodio University Sokoto,Professor Abubakar Yelwa,said the hero of the male category, Ibrahim  Mohammed Nasir from Bauchi state emerged wi...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  The Association of Deaf Muslims in Nigeria (ADMUN)has appealing to Government to build a boarding Special School for Deaf people in Damaturu,Yobe state capital. The Vice president, National Association of Deaf Muslims in Nigeria,Mohammed Abubakar Sadiq made this known on Friday while briefing journalists on the ongoing  32nd annual da'awa camp and National conference of Deaf Muslims in Nigeria. The Deaf National conference with the theme" Present challenges in the lives of Deaf Muslims and the renewed hope agenda of government"is taking place at the Government Girls Unity Collage, Damaturu Yobe state capital. Mr Abubakar Sadiq said,the aimed of the Da'awa and and National Conference of the Deaf Muslims programmes is to spread Islamic knowledge across the country. He appealed to the general public to know that the Association is doing the camp annually and many challenges has been faced especially in the area of finan...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Yobe state governor, Mai Mala Buni has signed the 2024 budget amounting to N216.9 billion into law. Speaking while signing the budget at the WAWA hall,government house damaturu,Governor Buni expressed appreciation for the existence of good synergy between the executive and the legislative arms of the government in the state. Governor Buni commended the law makers for their understanding and commitment and interest in speedy development of the state.   According to him, the budget which was tagged "budget of consolidation and economy recovery" was prepared to serve the good people of the state. He maintained that, earlier the state government has presented the sum of N217 billion for the 2024 budget to the state house of assembly for deliberation and passage in to law. The Governor further revealed that,the honourable house reduced N15 million(N15,000,000) out of the earlier presented 2024 budget amount and now have a total of N216 billi...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  The Yobe state Governor,Mai Mala Buni has called on Christian faithful in the state to spread love, peace, and sacrifice as preached by Christainity. He made the called in a Christmas message to Christain faithful celebrating the yuletide.  Gov. Buni said love, peace, and sacrifice should be seen, felt and enjoyed in the spirit of the Christmas festival, now and always. "We thank God for the peace and progress we now enjoy in the state.We should continue to work and pray for improved and lasting peace in Yobe state, Nigeria, and the world, " the governor emphasized. He urged youths to shun drug abuse and other negative vices that are inimical to society and against the teachings of their religions. Gov. Buni further called on all religious leaders to preach tolerance,  peaceful coexistence, unity, and love for the world to be a better place for all. "We should be our brothers keepers and make sacrifices to support each other, carry...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Yobe State Council has commended Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State for ensuring immediate repair and restoration of power in Damaturu, Yobe State capital and its environs. It could be recalled that recently there was vandalization of the 330 kva towers by unknown persons which threw residents into darkness. The Governor who promptly collaborated with the Federal government, YEDC and REB for the restoration. The Chairman NUJ Yobe Council in a statement made available to newsmen in Damaturu on Sunday appreciated all the stakeholders for their efforts. He urged the residents not to relent efforts in praying for peace and unity in the state. The NUJ Chair is wishing Christian faithful and other citizens a happy Christmas and New Year celebrations.

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  In an effort to restore power supply to Damaturu and its environs,Yobe state Governor Mai Mala Buni has reached out to the Federal Government for assistance in reconstructing the vandalised 330KVA towers, which caused a complete power outage in the area.  A statement issued and signed by the Secretary to the Yobe State government, Alhaji Baba Mallam Wali, and made available to newsmen  in Damaturu, revealed that the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has already awarded a contract for the reconstruction of the affected towers.  The statement read a part, “Meanwhile, to provide an interim power solution for Damaturu and its environs, Governor Mai Mala Buni has directed the Rural Electrification Board (REB) and Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) to promptly restore the 33KV line from Potiskum to Damaturu. " It further urged the general public to exercise patience, assuring that the government is making every effort t...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu    Buni/Gubana new administration forum has on Wednesday presented an awards of excellence to Chairman All Progressives Congress (APC) Yobe state,Alhaji Mohammed Gadaka. The forum presented the excellence award to the party chairman at the government house damaturu. The leader of the movement, Mohammed peace Gashua who commended the leadership style of the state APC Chairman,Alhaji Mohammed Gadaka stated that,he is a kind of leader who carried each and every members of the party along. Shortly after the presentation of the award the forum held a meeting with the state Deputy Governor,Alhaji Idi Barde Gubana, Secretary to yobe State government,Alhaji Bana Malam Wali as well as the state APC party chairman,Alhaji Mohammed Gadaka that lasted for about 40 minutes.  The Buni/Gunaba new administration forum is a forum under the platform of All progressives Congress (APC) in Yobe State.

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Yobe State government in collaboration with musabaqa foundation for Qur'anic recitation in Nigeria has set to host ,38th national qur’anic recitation competition scheduled to take place in damaturu Yobe state capital  The state organising publicity sub- committee led by the State Commissioner for home affairs information and culture,Alhaji Abdullahi Bego made this known thursday while briefing Journalists about the up coming 38th Qur'anic recitation competition.  Bego said,the objectives of the Qur'anic recitation competition is to encourage the pursuance of Islamic education and proper moral upbringing of youth and children. He stated that,297 participants across the 36 states including abuja, 8 from each states would be participating in the 8 days long event  in the state. The information Commissioner further stated that,the competition is going to be in two phase,one for males participants would take place at federal Polytec...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Yobe state  government has trained over 127 civil Servants on Leadership and Human Resource Management at the Public Service Institute of Nigeria,Abuja.  The training which is the first phase was meant for directors and senior officers of Yobe State Government. The Yobe State Acting Head of Civil Service Alh. Hamidu M. Alhaji while declared opened the training in Abuja,said the decision to partner with public service institute for the training was in fulfillment of the directives by Governor Mai Mala Buni towards ensuring a better successions plan in the State Civil Service. Hamidu M. Alhaji stated that, the training remain key for effective implementation of government policies and programmes especially in the areas of education, healthcare delivery,wealth creation transport, energy,Commerce and industries ,trade and investment,accountability among others. He commended Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni for his stance on...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Wednesday, flagged off the construction of three (3) road projects worth over N10.9b in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC). The three (3) roads will be dualised in order to decongest and expand development in Maiduguri Metropolis. The Governor, at a brief ceremony, explained that 50% of the contract sum has been paid to the contractors to mobilize them to site. Governor Zulum charged the contractor to ensure the completion of work within the stipulated nine months period and to adhere strictly to the project specifications. He noted that despite the payment of the 50% contract sum, about N11b total sum was set aside for the project and assured the contractor of no delay in payment of their money. “In fulfilment of our electioneering campaign promise, we are here to flag off the construction of three major roads within Maiduguri Metropolitan Council worth about N11b. We have paid a 50% mobilization f...

  By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has applauded Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State for swiftly and fairly distributing relief materials to pastoralists in the state, saying he has demonstrated empathy and outstanding leadership. The association has on Wednesday issued a press release, signed by its national leader, Khalil Mohammed Bello, highlighting the need for other northern governors and the federal government to emulate Governor Buni’s example by providing assistance to pastoralists across the country. According to the statement, KACRAN has strongly emphasized the role that “justice and fairness play in fostering peace, unity, and overall development within society, irrespective of ethnic background, occupation, religion, or political affiliation.” The association lauded Governor Buni’s distinct approach to governance and his exceptional dedication towards the well-being of the people of his state. KACRAN had, i...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu Yobe state Association of Retired Permanent Secretaries has on Wednesday shows their appreciation to a tricycle rider,Ali Bulama Jumbam of Jumbam village,Tarmuwa local government area of Yobe state by rewarding him with N100,000 for his foresight and fear of Allah in returning to the owner the sum of N9,000,000,00(Nine Million Naira). The 35 year tricycle rider,Ali Bulama Aji Jumbam returned the missing money sum of N9 million to the rightful owner who boarded his tricycle on Friday 17 November 2023 in Dapchi market day. The Chairman,Yobe state association of retired permanent Secretaries, Engineer Mai Sanda Lawan said,their decision for the award and presentation of later of appreciation to Ali Bulama Aji  Jumbam is to encourage others to emulate his virtue of honesty. "We hard the development through social media.This is a kind of person deserved recommendations, therefore we urged on his colleagues to emulate him and equally called on the ...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission(YSIEC)has set aside May 25,2024,for the conduct of local government council election in the state. Dr.Mamman Mohammad,Executive Chairman Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission (YSIEC)made this known Wednesday during a meeting with leadership of political parties and stakeholders in damaturu. Dr.Mamman said that,Governor Mai Mala Buni has gave the approval to the state independent electoral Commission to adjust the date of election for the 17 Chairmen and 178 Councilors of the local Governments council in Yobe State to be on 25th May,2024. According to him,that is in consonance with the provision of section 197 of the constitution of Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended. He revealed that, political parties will be issued with election guidelines to enable them fill in suitable candidate of quality repute and substance which will yield good governance in the grassroots level. He noted that...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu Yobe state Governor Mai Mala Buni  has approved the appointment of Alhaji Yakubu Yasidi Dokshi as Acting Chairman of the Yobe State Teaching Service Board(TSB). The Press Secretary to the Secretary to the Yobe State Government (SSG) Shuaibu Abdullahi who announced this on Monday said the  appointment takes immediate effect. The appointment followed after the  tenure of the former Chairman has expired after two term in office.  Alhaji Yakubu Dokshi is bringing his wealth of experience to significantly uplift the quality of teaching in line with Governor Mai Mala Buni's bold and ambitious agenda for Yobe's education sector.

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Yobe Voice and Accountability Mechanism(YoVAM)  supported by Options and E4A Mamaye a non governmental organisations holds a two-day meeting to review it's  strategic documents. The meeting which  held at Unicorn Hotel, Damaturu,was aimed at reviewing and update steps to change advocacy trackers. Its also to review and update all improvement plans, accountability assessment,(SWOT) to assess progress, review advocacy strategy,and update work plan or Transition M&E framework.  As the meeting lasted for the  timeframe of two days,the set objectives were achieved through critical interactive dialogues.  The senior sustainability advisor Mrs. Helen Ekpo commended the YoVAM (SLAM) for the commitments for the time and energy to contribute meaningfully in achieving the set objectives and acknowledged that YoVAM has set the path to success. The state Health Budget and Accountability Advisor Mr.Abdulrahaman Idris thank...

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  In an effort towards enhancing capacity of Civil Society and Community Based Organisations, NEYIF Sokoto Field Office  begins its Annual 5-Days Capacity Building Training of CSO's/CBO's on Prevention and Countering Violent Extremism in Sokoto at Shehu Shagari College of Education Sokoto. The training which is to take place from Monday 4th to Friday 8th December 2023, is themed: Strengthening Capacity of Organisations As a Tool For Sustainable Peace, Progress and Stability. The 48 Participants who are drawn from 16 CSO's/CBO's across Sokoto State will undergo series of sessions on how to better understand Violent Extremism and adequately Prevent it from different resourceful Personel across Sokoto State.

By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe state has charged local Government Chairmen in the state to paid special attention on farmers/grazers relationships at this period of farm harvest,the migration of herdsmen and the general harmony at their respective local government areas in the state. The Governor made the called on Monday during the Swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Chairmen Caretaker Management Committees of the 17 Local Government areas took place at the banquet hall government house damaturu. Buni warned the Chairmen that, government will not condone any act capable of breaching peace among farmers and grazers in the rural communities. "Grazers are advised to avoid trespass on farmlands that are yet to be harvested.On the other hand,farmers should not block the cattle routes to hamper free movement of livestock. "As we strive to improve food sufficiency and security in the state, l urge you to support farmers in your respect...