Renowned scholar, administrator, and media guru Prof. Umaru A. Pate has advocated for and called on other sectors to emulate what has transpired at Lead City University, Ibadan. He noted that if this is done, Nigeria will be a better-managed country. The Professor made this statement on Friday, February 27, at the institution during the 1st Colloquium in Honour of Professor Jide Owoeye at 70. As part of the activities marking the 70th birthday of Prof. Jide Owoeye—the founding force and Chairman of the Governing Council of Lead City University,…
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Marwa: NDCMP 2026-2030 to Strengthen Nigeria’s Drug Control Measures
Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (Rtd), the NDLEA boss, has said that the new National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) will strengthen Nigeria’s ongoing drug control efforts. In a statement released on Thursday, February 26, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, noted that Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) stated this at the Agency’s national headquarters in Abuja. While receiving the final summative evaluation report on the NDCMP 2021-2025, Marwa said that with the holistic efforts being put into the next master plan, its implementation will have…
From Waste to Wealth: Bauchi CSO Distributes Eco-Friendly Bags to Pupils
By Bashir Hassan Abubakar A Bauchi-based civil society organisation, Community Advocate for Rural Development (CARD), in partnership with the Development Exchange Centre (DEC) and with support from Bread for the World, has donated 50 eco-friendly school bags to pupils in Bauchi State under the Promoting Opportunities for Women in Environmental Recycling (POWER) Project. The school bags were locally produced from recycled waste fabrics and polythene materials by 25 vulnerable women who recently completed a skills acquisition training organised by CARD in Gwallameji community of Bauchi Local Government Area. The initiative…
SAZU Dean, Registrar Charge Fresh Students on Discipline, Academic Excellence
By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Freshly admitted students of Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU) have been urged to treat their university education as a serious commitment requiring discipline, dedication and focus. The charge was delivered during a one-day orientation programme for new students at the institution’s Yuli Campus. Speaking at the event, the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Prof. Musa Adamu Wunti, described the orientation as a critical platform designed to acquaint students with the dos and don’ts of university life. He said the programme was structured to guide them…
Service Above Self: Medical practitioner and image maker Dr. Fatimah recognized as Paul Harris Fellow
Dr. Ahmadu Fatimah, the immediate past Secretary General of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Lagos State Chapter, has been recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow by The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. This prestigious honour acknowledges her significant contributions to fostering global understanding and building friendly relations worldwide. The honour was conferred during a dignified ceremony at the Lagos Airport Hotel on Monday, as part of the Rotary Club’s Traditional Cultural Night. An esteemed audience, including the Assistant District Governor, Past District Governors, and distinguished Rotarians, attended the event. According to the official citation, Dr. Ahmadu…
Prof. Pate: ‘I’ve served, I’m happy to be leaving’
After five years of transformative leadership, the outgoing Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Kashere, Prof. Umaru A. Pate, is bowing out with a sense of accomplishment. “I’ve served, and I’m happy to be leaving,” he remarked, noting his deep fulfillment in advancing the institution’s mission during his tenure. Speaking at a valedictory session in the University Council Chambers, on Wednesday, February 11, Professor Pate received resounding accolades from colleagues and staff. Management members took turns to laud his legacy of service, citing his “unwavering commitment” and the “lasting intellectual impact” he…
NDLEA Nabs 62-Year-Old China-Bound Dealer for Ingesting 95 Cocaine Wraps; Dismantles Ibadan ‘Colos’ Factory, Intercepts Meth in Yogurt Packs
As part of its intensified nationwide crackdown on illicit narcotics, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have apprehended a 62-year-old Lagos-based businessman, Nwabueze Nicholas Izueke, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA). Izueke was intercepted while attempting to board a flight to China with 95 jumbo-sized wraps of cocaine, weighing approximately 1.589 kilograms, concealed within his stomach. “According to NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, operatives at the Kano airport apprehended Nwabueze on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The arrest occurred during the screening of passengers for Ethiopian Airlines…
Unlock Your Future: Marwa Calls for Youth Skills Revolution
Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), Chairman/CEO of the NDLEA, has charged Nigerian youths to leverage skills acquisition and government-led empowerment programmes. He emphasized that vocational proficiency and economic independence serve as critical safeguards against the traps of substance abuse and social vices. In a statement released on Thursday, February 5, 2026, the NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, detailed the Chairman’s recent charge to Nigerian youths. Serving as the Special Guest of Honour in Abuja, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) delivered the remarks at the official…
Bauchi Joins Global Fight Against Cancer, Calls for Data-Driven Policy
By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Bauchi State on Tuesday joined the rest of the world to commemorate World Cancer Day, as health experts and stakeholders called for increased investment in diagnostic centres, early detection services, and sustained government commitment to cancer control. The event, a one-day seminar organised by the Alheri YS Foundation with support from the Bauchi State Government and the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare, was held in Bauchi. In her welcome address, the convener of the seminar and Executive Director of Alheri YS Foundation, Ms. Alheri Yusuf…
Universities Have Moral Duty to Promote Peace — SAZU VC
By Bashir Hassan Abubakar The Vice Chancellor of Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Professor Fatimah Tahir, has underscored the strategic role of universities in advancing peace, resilience, and social cohesion, especially in regions grappling with security and social challenges. She made the call at a one-day workshop on Youth Engagement in Peacebuilding organised by the University’s Centre for Peace, Security and Social Studies (SATCEPSS). Represented by Dr. Wasilu Suleiman, Professor Tahir said institutions of higher learning must extend their responsibilities beyond teaching and research to nurturing values, leadership, and civic responsibility…