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Gov.Buni Celebrates Ngizim Heritage, Pledges Support for Cultural Preservation at World Ngizim Day

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By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  In a vibrant celebration of culture and community, the Ngizim people were commended for their longstanding legacy of peace and unity during the 2025 World Ngizim Day Celebration, held at the palace of the Mai Potiskum. Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State, delivered a powerful message urging the Ngizim community to sustain their enviable heritage of respect, peace, unity, and progress. The Governor, represented by the Commissioner for Wealth Creation, Empowerment and Employment, Alhaji Aji Yarima Bularafa, reaffirmed his administration's deep commitment to promoting cultural identity and social harmony across the state. Similarly,the Governor announced a generous donation of ₦20 million to ensure the success of the grand occasion, underscoring the government's investment in cultural initiatives. The event, hosted by the Mai Potiskum, Alhaji Umaru Bubaram Ibn Wuriwa Bauya, was a gathering of dignitaries, traditional...
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Building a Brighter Future:Kashim Musa Tumsa Reaffirms His Development Pledge to Yobe

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By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Prominent philanthropist Kashim Musa Tumsa has pledged to continue his significant investments in the welfare of Yobe State, with a primary focus on education, youth empowerment, healthcare, and poverty alleviation. Speaking en route to the presentation of the 2026 Yobe State budget, Tumsa stated his efforts are aimed at uplifting communities and supporting the state government's developmental goals. He emphasized that education remains his top priority, citing it as the foundation for sustainable growth. Tumsa promised to expand his existing interventions, which include scholarships, school rehabilitation, and learning materials, particularly to rural communities. Beyond education, he highlighted his commitment to supporting healthcare delivery and youth entrepreneurship programs, aligning his work with the state's vision for economic recovery. Daily Beacon Correspondent reports that Tumsa's commitment was met with a mass...
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North East Pastoralists Decry Exclusion from Recovery Efforts, Demand NEDC Support

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The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has publicly called on the North East Development Commission (NEDC) to prioritize livestock development in its future plans, stating that the region's pastoralists have been largely excluded from post-insurgency recovery efforts. While acknowledging the NEDC's tireless efforts in rebuilding critical infrastructure like schools, hospitals, and roads, KACRAN delivered a stark critique, arguing that its members have received minimal direct benefits from the commission's projects. In a statement on Friday ,the association's National President,Hon. Khalil Mohd Bello, emphasized that pastoralist communities have disproportionately suffered from the insurgency. He described it as critical and shocking that these communities, who live and work in the conflict-ridden rural areas, remain at the receiving end of programmes focused on urban development. “Pastoralists operate primarily in the bushes, the epic...
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A Promise Kept: Progressive Women Elegant Pledges Loyalty After Gov. Buni's Landmark Appointments

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By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  In a powerful display of political reciprocity, the Women Progressive Elegant Worldwide group has publicly hailed Governor Mai Mala Buni for fulfilling his campaign promise by integrating their members into key positions within his administration. The group's celebration unfolded during a courtesy visit to the Government House in Damaturu, where they expressed their gratitude for what they termed a landmark inclusion drive. "You have given us a seat at the table,” said Hajiya Khaltum Abdullahi Usman,the group's State Coordinator.  She highlighted that their members have been appointed to strategic roles as advisors, liaison officers, and focal persons across the state.  "These appointments are a testament to your commitment to recognizing the contributions of women. This is what recognition looks like." Hajiya Usman further pledged the group's "unwavering support" for the present administration thr...
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The Emirs of Bade, Machina Set For SWAN National Meritorious Service Award

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By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  Emirs of Bade Mai Abubakar Umar Suleiman II and Emir of Machina Mai Bashir Albishir Bukar Machinama both from Yobe State have been nominated for the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) National Meritorious Service Award in recognition of their outstanding contributions to sports growth and development in their domains and beyond. The Media and Publicity Committee of SWAN@60 disclosed this in a Statement made available on Monday. The Statement which was signed by Chimezie Anaso and Hamboodewn Orsa, Chairman and Secretary respectively said, the Emirs' exceptional service, dedication, and far-reaching contributions to sports development in Yobe State and beyond earned them the awards. The letter of nomination said Emir of Bade's contributed through playing and sponsoring badminton tournaments at local, national, and international levels, winning numerous championships and providing financial assistance to SWAN and members as patro...
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Dr. Abubakar Iliya Elected as Dosa National President

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By Yusuf A Yusuf, Damaturu  In a landmark event, Dr. Abubakar Garba Iliya, the Executive Director of Administration and Finance for the North East Development Commission (NEDC), was unanimously elected as the National President of the Government Secondary School Damaturu Old Students Association (DOSA). His unopposed election took place during the association's 4th Congress, held from October 3rd to 5th, which was recorded as the largest and most successful gathering in DOSA's history, attracting over 300 distinguished alumni. A central achievement celebrated at the congress was the inauguration of a new multi-purpose hall for the school,now known as the Government Girls College Damaturu.Dr. Iliya underscored the association's commitment to giving back to their alma mater. "The main reason we initiated this project was to give back to society and to the school," Dr. Iliya stated. "This hall, constructed through the NEDC, has a capacity for 450 peo...
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Yobe Strengthens Fight Against Extremism with New Peace Network Chapter

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By Yusuf A.Yusuf, Damaturu In a significant step to bolster community-led peace efforts, the Partnership Against Violent Extremism (PAVE) Network officially launched its Yobe State chapter.  The launch followed a high-level, one-day advocacy workshop focused on Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (PCVE), which brought together key stakeholders to harmonize strategies against radical ideologies. The workshop served as a crucial platform for collaboration, uniting representatives from the Yobe State Ministry of Justice, Ministries of Women Affairs and Youth & Sports, the military, police, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), vigilante groups, civil society organizations, and the media. Speaking at the event, the Yobe State Attorney General, and commissioner of Justice, Barrister Sale Samanja,represented by the Director of Public Prosecution, Barrister Abdullahi Yusuf, endorsed the initiative. “...
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