TCN constructs vandalised transmission towers to end blackout in Yobe, Borno
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has awarded contract for the construction of two 330KVA power towers in Yobe to end blackout in the state. This is contained in a…
Improving learning outcomes: FG inaugurates steering committee on AGILE project
The Federal Government has inaugurated the national steering committee of the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project to improve learning outcomes of the girls child. The Minister…
NAF’s strikes eliminate key Boko Haram figure, several others in Borno
The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, have eliminated a key Boko Haram terrorist leader, Abu Asad and several others in air strikes on their hideout at Tagoshe on Mandara…
NDLEA recovers 390kg illicit drugs in 4 states in 5 days
NDLEA recovered 390kg of illicit drugs in Kano, Kaduna, Borno and Oyo states in raids conducted between May 30 and June 3. Its spokesman, Mr Femi Babafemi stated on Sunday…
Kaduna State Govt. flags off AGILE Project
In demonstration of its commitment to the improvement of Girl-child education and empowerment, the Kaduna State Government has officially launched the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project.…
Police arrest female teacher in Maiduguri for alleged sexual assault of 4 year-old pupil.
The Borno Police Command has arrested a private school female teacher in Maiduguri known as Aunty Zara for sexually assaulting a four year old pupil. The command spokesman, ASP Sani…
Zulum donates N10m, house to family of fallen CJTF commander
Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno has donated N10 million and a house to the family members of fallen Commander of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), Babagana Tela, killed by…
Man, 44, arrested for allegedly raping 92-year-old woman
The Police in Borno have arrested a 44-year-old man, Zakariya Ya’u, for allegedly raping a 92-year-old woman. Commissioner of Police, Mr Abdu Umar, in Maiduguri on Thursday said that Ya’u…
FG gives $1m to WFP for victims of humanitarian crisis
By NAN The Federal Government has donated one million dollars through the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to the World Food Programme (WFP). The donation was to address…
FG says, Stabilisation, Development Master Plan will promote, develop Northeast
Hajiya Sadiya Umar Farouq, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Debelioment, says the 10-year North-East Stabilisation and Development Master Plan (NESDMP) will promote and develop the Zone,…
University of Maiduguri prides self for producing Senate President, 5 governors, others
University of Maiduguri(UNIMAID) says its drive for excellence is yielding result as it has produced prominent Nigerians including President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan and five sitting governors. The Vice…
Nigerian Troops deal decisive blow on BHT/ISWAP terrorists, neutralise 5 in Biu, Borno
The Nigerian Army said troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) on Saturday, dealt decisively with Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists. The troops dealt with the…
Over 2m people remain displaced in Northeast Nigeria — EU Ambassador
The new Head of Delegation for the European Union (EU) and the ECOWAS , Ms Samuela Isopi, has said that over two million people remained displaced from their homes in…
Guild of Editors wants insurance cover for journalists
The President, Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), Mr Mustapha Isah, has called for insurance cover for journalists in the country to encourage them carry out thier duties effectively. Isah made…
WFP warns of food ration cuts in North-eastern Nigeria, seeks $55m lifeline
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that it may soon be forced to cut food rations to more than half a million women, men and children in…