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  The Director General of the Bauchi State Vigilante Service, Dr. Umar Shayi, has received another special award in recognition of his contributions to strengthening security across the state. The award was presented by the Commissioner of Police, CP Sani Aliyu, on behalf of the Nigeria Police Force, Bauchi State Command. The development was disclosed to journalists in Bauchi by the Agency’s Head of Media and Communications Strategy, Abdullahi Idris, who described the honour as a significant milestone reflecting Dr. Shayi’s relentless efforts toward safeguarding lives and property. While presenting the award, CP Sani Aliyu commended Dr. Shayi for his unwavering commitment to community policing and urged him to sustain the tempo. He emphasized that community policing remains vital to maintaining peace and security across Bauchi State. The Commissioner further called on residents and stakeholders to provide timely and credible intelligence to security agencies to enhance peace, devel...

  The Director General Dr Umar Shayi has reviewed another remarkable special award from CP Sani Aliyu of Bauchi State police command. The development was disclosed to the media by Agency’s Head of media and communications strategy,Abdullahi Idris in Bauchi. This great award presentation was another beautiful milestone added to the DG’s remarkable efforts to ensure improved security of lives and properties across the state,the statement revealed  Meanwhile the CP Sani Aliyu,while presenting the award on behalf of the police command urged Dr Shayi to continue with his great efforts in ensuring community policing has come to stay across the state. The police commissioner,urged all stakeholders to give the first hand intelligence report to security agencies in their quest for peace,development and prosperity in the society. Responding,Dr Shayi dedicates this award to the service of humanity,peace and development initiatives which are hallmark of societal productivity and sustainab...

  Governor Umar Namadi has flagged off a new phase of affordable housing projects in Jigawa State and launched an artisan skills training programme for 135 youths across the 27 local government areas. The ceremony, held in Dutse, marked the foundation laying for 52 new two- and three-bedroom housing units under the Jigawa State Housing Authority. It also signaled the commencement of a construction-focused skills training initiative aimed at equipping young people with practical competencies in the building industry. Speaking at the event, Governor Namadi recalled that the state’s ambitious housing programme commenced nearly two years ago. He noted that out of the 1,500 housing units targeted in the first phase, about 1,050 have already been completed, while the third phase is expected to be launched later this year. He described the new phase as part of deliberate efforts to reposition the Jigawa State Housing Authority into a financially viable and self-sustaining institution capa...

  The Joint Committee on Public Procurement of the Senate and House of Representatives has expressed dissatisfaction with the 2024 and 2025 budget performance of the Ministry of Regional Development, citing concerns over project distribution and implementation. The committee chairman, Senator Ipinsagba Emmanuel Olajide, made the position known during a budget defence session in Abuja last Friday. He urged the Minister of Regional Development, Hon. Abubakar Momoh, to ensure equitable allocation of capital projects across the country in line with the federal character principle. Olajide criticized what he described as a haphazard spread of projects among various regional development commissions, stressing that funding for capital projects must be balanced to prevent widening regional disparities. He maintained that the ministry plays a critical role in correcting structural imbalances and must demonstrate measurable impact across all geopolitical zones. The lawmaker warned that the c...

  In a timely intervention aimed at easing hardship during the holy month of Ramadan , Intercommunity Development Social Organization (IDS) Nigeria , with funding and technical support from Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW), has successfully commenced the procurement of nutritious food packs for vulnerable fasting populations across the country. The initiative targets communities most affected by conflict, displacement and natural disasters, ensuring that vulnerable households are able to observe the Ramadan fast with dignity and adequate nutrition. The food packs, carefully designed to meet basic dietary needs, contain essential items including rice, beans, wheat, dates, sugar, salt, vegetable oil and tea. By beginning early procurement, IDS Nigeria has demonstrated strong planning and commitment to timely humanitarian response , ensuring that beneficiaries receive support at the peak of need during Ramadan.  The intervention reflects a shared commitment by IDS Nigeria and Isl...

Suspected terrorists on Monday evening launched a deadly attack on a commercial vehicle conveying passengers from the Igede axis of Benue State, killing two persons and abducting at least 13 others. The incident occurred around 7 p.m. along the Utonkon–Ojapo/Okpoga road in Okpokwu Local Government Area, a route linking parts of Oju and Obi LGAs to the South-West. Senator Abba Moro Senate minority leader representing Benue zone C. The passengers, mostly Igede natives, were reportedly en route to the South-West when their vehicle was ambushed by the gunmen. Two passengers were shot dead on the spot, while others were forcefully taken away to an unknown destination. The attack has heightened fear among residents and travellers in the area, as the Utonkon–Okpoga corridor has witnessed repeated security breaches in recent months. Local sources said security agencies had been alerted, while efforts were ongoing to rescue the abducted passengers and track down the assailants. <script async...

 The Senate has approved the electronic transmission of election results to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) Result Viewing Portal, IReV, while retaining manual collation as a fallback option where technology fails. The decision followed the upper chamber’s move on Tuesday to reverse its earlier stance that had rejected compulsory electronic transmission of results from polling units to the IReV portal. Senator Goodwill Akpabio President of the Nigeria Senate  Under the new amendment to the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, the Senate endorsed electronic transmission of results as part of the electoral process but removed the requirement for “real-time” transmission. It also stipulated that in areas where internet connectivity is unavailable or unreliable, Form EC8A shall remain the primary instrument for result collation. In addition, the Senate constituted a 12-member conference committee to harmonise differences between its version of the Electoral Act (...

 The Project Director of Intercommunity Development Social Organization (IDS) Nigeria, McShimana Jacobs Akem, has paid a courtesy visit to Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, to brief him on the organization’s ongoing humanitarian and development interventions across the state.     The Executive governor of Borno state       Professor Zulum in post with Project Director of Intercommunity Development Social Organization (IDS) Nigeria, McShimana Jacobs Akem at visit  During the meeting, Akem outlined IDS Nigeria’s key focus areas, including social cohesion, food security and livelihoods, education in emergencies (EiE), climate change adaptation, disaster management, and inclusive programming targeted at vulnerable and conflict-affected populations. He noted that the organization’s interventions are designed to strengthen community resilience, promote peaceful coexistence, and support recovery efforts in areas impacted by conflict, ...

Associate Professor Alhaji Audu Mohammed of the Department of Business Finance, University of Maiduguri , has commended the leadership and vision of the Alfurqan International Islamic Centre (AFIIC), Biu , describing the institution as a model of capacity, character, and purposeful development. h Alhaji Yamta Bukar(Middle). Founder of AFIIC Biu being flagged by his friends  Prof. Audu made the remarks while congratulating the Chairman and Founder of AFIIC, Alhaji Yamta  Bukar , on the successful completion of a two-day capacity-building workshop organized by the centre for young people across Biu Local Government Area of Borno State. Prof  Mohammed Audu Alhaji of University of Maiduguri and Grand Patron of AFIIC Biu Professor Ali USA Patami  “Capacity is best revealed through action, and today’s impactful strides by the AFIIC Directors say it all,” Prof. Audu said, noting that AFIIC BIU has continued to quietly but steadily lay strong foundations for leadership, lea...

 Capacity is best revealed through action, and today’s impactful strides by the AFIIC Directors say it all. Quietly but steadily, AFIIC BIU has continued to lay strong foundations for leadership, learning, and values. Sheikh Professor Isa Ali (Pantami Majidadin Daular Usmaniyya) with members of the group post for photography. The involvement of Sheikh Professor Isa Ali (Pantami Majidadin Daular Usmaniyya) as Grand Patron has unveiled a deeper dimension of strength many were unaware of. His guidance symbolizes credibility, vision, and a commitment to excellence that transcends institutions. At AFIIC BIU, the fusion of Western education and Islamic scholarship is not just a concept—it is a living model. Through disciplined grooming, moral grounding, and intellectual rigor, the institution is shaping future leaders equipped for both the modern world and timeless values. Indeed, AFIIC BIU is not merely building schools; it is building capacity, character, and a future that speaks volum...

 The Jigawa State government has entered into a joint venture with private investors to establish a 100-megawatt-per-annum solar panel assembly factory, a move aimed at accelerating industrialisation and expanding renewable energy capacity in northern Nigeria. Members of the Jigawa state government with constrium firm at MOU ceremony in Duste jigawa state capital  The agreement, signed on Friday at the Government House in Dutse, brings together the state government, Tesni Energy Nigeria Limited, and Leda GreenPower Energy Engineering Company of Beijing. Members of the state executive council and representatives of the partner firms were present at the signing ceremony. Governor Umar Namadi said the project formed part of Jigawa’s long-term development strategy and would serve both commercial and strategic purposes. He explained that the factory would support the state’s broader plan to develop a 100MW solar power generation facility, while also manufacturing related products s...