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Governor Alia sets March deadline for appointees seeking elective offices
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has directed political appointees in his administration with ambitions to contest elective positions in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 30, 2026. The governor said the move is aimed at sustaining the pace of development in the state, stressing that no official should be allowed to slow down governance processes. Alia…
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PHOTO NEWS: Shettima observes Eid-al-Fitr prayers in Maiduguri
Vice President, Kashim Shettima, joins thousands of Muslim faithful for the Eid-el-Fitr prayers at Ramat Square Maiduguri on Friday. The prayers were led by the Chief Imam of Borno State, Shettima Mamman Saleh, and attended by Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, Senator Ali Ndume, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan and other dignitaries.
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Eid-al-Fitr: FG determined to contain insecurity, VP Shettima assures
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday joined thousands of Muslim faithful at Ramat Square in Maiduguri, Borno State, to observe Eid-al-Fitr prayers, marking the end of Ramadan. Speaking to journalists after the prayers, Shettima expressed confidence that insecurity across Nigeria would soon be contained through proactive measures by both federal and state governments. He called on Nigerians to unite in…
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Zulum urges resilience, peace, security during Eid-al-Fitr in Borno
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum on Friday congratulated Muslims on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, while urging residents to carry forward the spiritual lessons of the holy month to rebuild a secure and prosperous society. In a statement, Governor Zulum described Ramadan as a time for deepening faith, reflection, and charitable giving. He highlighted that his…
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VP Shettima calls for unity, peace, during Eid prayers in Borno
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday called on Nigerians to embrace unity and work together to overcome the country’s challenges. Addressing journalists after the Eid-al-Fitr prayers marking the end of Ramadan, the Vice President said the holy month of fasting is a period for reflection on national unity and the interconnection between peace and development. “There can never be peace…
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VP Shettima arrives Ramat Square for Eid al-Fitr prayers in Maiduguri
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived at Ramat Square in Maiduguri, Borno State, to observe the Eid al-Fitr prayers alongside Muslim faithful marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. He arrived at the prayer ground in the company of Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum and the Deputy Governor, Umar Usman Kadafur. The Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Ibn Umar…
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Zulum returns from Lesser Hajj, visits Maiduguri bomb blast victims
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has visited victims of the recent bomb explosions in Maiduguri following his return from the Lesser Hajj in Saudi Arabia. During the visit, Governor Zulum expressed sympathy to those injured in the attacks and families of victims who lost their lives. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting those affected and ensuring improved security across…
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FG shuts down three factories in Ogun over worker’s safety violations, deaths
The federal government has ordered the closure of three factories in the Ogijo area of Ogun State over alleged safety violations and reported worker fatalities. The affected companies are African Refractory and Allied Products (ARAP), African Non-Ferrous Industries Limited, and Metalworld Recycling Limited. The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, announced the directive on Wednesday during an…
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Gombe State lauded as model for World Bank-funded development projects
Gombe state has been commended by the World Bank for its exceptional performance in implementing development projects, with the Bank describing the state as a model of results-driven governance in Nigeria. The commendation came from the World Bank country director for Nigeria, Matthew Verghis, during an official visit to Gombe, where he praised Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya for his proactive…
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PHOTO NEWS: Shettima visits Maiduguri blast victims, assures of tougher anti-terror fight
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday visited victims of Monday’s multiple explosions in Maiduguri, Borno State, receiving treatment at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, where he assured of the Federal Government’s renewed commitment to tackling terrorism. Shettima, who condemned the attacks that left over 20 persons dead and more than 100 injured, described the perpetrators as barbaric and vowed…
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