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A Star-Studded Celebration: Public Service Directors, Army General, Politicians, and Clergy Honor AbdulFatai Akintola in Ibadan

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All roads led to the Prince and Princess Hall at Iyaganku GRA, Ibadan, on Saturday, April 11, as the city came to a standstill for the Nikah ceremony of the Adedeji and Akintola families. The prestigious event, held at the former NYC site, celebrated the union between the families of Alhaji Tijjani Adedeji and the late Abdul Hakeem Akintola. The union of ICT expert and Engineer AbdulFatai Olukayode Akintola and his beloved bride, Salimat Adewumi, was a high-profile affair. The ceremony drew the crème de la crème of society, who…

Bauchi, World Health Organization Partner to Promote Science-Driven Health Interventions

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By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Bauchi State joined the global community on Friday to commemorate World Health Day 2026 under the theme “Together for Health. Stand with Science.” The event, organized by the Bauchi State Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the State Primary Healthcare Board in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), featured a road walk through some major roads of Bauchi Metropolis. Speaking shortly after walk, State Commissioner for Health and Social Welfare Dr. Sani Mohammed Dambam highlighted the administration’s progress in the health sector, noting intensified…

Bloodshed Averted: Troops Foil Terrorist Incursion in Plateau; Two Injured

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“Bloodshed was narrowly averted in Plateau State as troops from OPEP Sector 9 intercepted a terrorist incursion in Shendam LGA. Following a high-stakes distress call near the Yelwa cattle market, the Nigerian Army’s rapid response forced the gunmen into retreat, though two residents are currently receiving medical attention for injuries sustained in the crossfire. As reported by Zagazola Makama, security forces responded to a 7:30 a.m. distress call Friday along the Yelwa cattle market axis. The intervention followed reports of sporadic shooting by suspected insurgents in the Lake Chad region…

Tackling Maternal Deaths: The Case for Adolescent Health Centres in Bauchi

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By Bashir Hassan Abubakar As stakeholders intensify efforts to address the persistently high rates of maternal, newborn, and child mortality and morbidity in Bauchi State, there is an urgent need to adopt innovative, preventive, and sustainable approaches. One such critical pathway that demands immediate attention from the Bauchi State Government, communities, and development partners is the establishment and scale-up of Adolescent and Youth Friendly Centres across the state. These centres are not merely optional interventions—they are strategic investments in the future health and wellbeing of Bauchi’s population. By targeting adolescents…

Attack on Bauchi: Gov. Bala Mohammed Seeks Federal Backing, Hails Community’s Brave Resistance

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By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has called for urgent federal intervention following a deadly bandit attack on communities in Kafin Duguri, Bauchi State. The Governor made the appeal during a sympathy visit to the affected area, where several residents were killed and others injured after suspected bandits invaded the community. Addressing grieving residents, Governor Mohammed said security agencies require improved weapons, logistics and operational support to effectively confront the rising security threats. He disclosed that he had briefed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during an official…

Bauchi Pregnant Women at Risk as Micronutrient Supplements Run Out

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar A shortage of Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) across public health facilities in Bauchi State is raising concerns among pregnant women and health advocates, who warn that the development could worsen maternal and child health outcomes. The concern surfaced during a spot assessment at a health facility in Bauchi, where pregnant and lactating women described MMS as essential for preventing iron deficiency and supporting healthy pregnancies. They cautioned that continued scarcity exposes expectant mothers to anaemia-related complications, endangering both maternal and infant health. Confirming the stock-out, Officer…

Nigeria Returns to IMO Council in Category C, Commits to Global Maritime Governance

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History Made as Nigeria secures International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Category C Council seat with 116 votes after sixteen years of failed attempts. The Nigerian delegation, led by the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, attended the 34th Session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Assembly in London, where the successful election for the 2026–2027 Category C seat was held on Friday, November 28. Voting was conducted using a physical secret ballot, and the results were announced immediately after the close of the polls and the subsequent tallying…

Crude Supply Cut-Off By PENGASSAN Could Trigger Fuel Scarcity, Dangote Refinery Warns.

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The Management of Dangote refinery has accused the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) of attempting to sabotage the country’s energy supply chain following a directive issued to their members to cut off crude oil and gas supplies to the refinery. Friday, 26th September, 2025 PENGASSAN accused the biggest refinery in Africa of laid off over 800 workers, stating that the group was working to “resolve” the issue. However, the refinery confirmed sacking some workers, saying that “only a small number were affected” in what it…

ADAMAWA: WIVES OF LG CHAIRMEN’S TRIP TO TURKEY SPARKS PUBLIC CONDEMNATION

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The 21 local government Council’s chairmen in Adamawa State have sponsored their wives for a leadership training programme in Istanbul, Turkey. The Council’s first ladies were accompanied by senior officials from the ministry of local GOVERNMENT, and were reportedly left the country last week for the training. Commenting on the trip, the chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) Adamawa State branch, Suleiman Toungo, who is also the chairman of Toungo LGAsaid the training is intended to equip their spouses with leadership skills. Toungo, said the council…

BAUCHI COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES ₦300,000 IN AID FOR QUR’ANIC EDUCATION.

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar The Bauchi State Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management Hajara Yakubu Wanka has given a modest donation of ₦300,000  to aid the just concluded Jama’atul Izalatul Bidi’a Wa Iqamatus Sunnahs’ (JIBWIS – with its Headquarters in Jos) Qur’anic Recitation Competition. The donation was made through Hon. Auwal Bukar P.A., Senior Special Assistant to the Bauchi State Governor on Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management was aimed to promote Qur’anic learning and reward excellence among young reciters. The donation was shared among winners across various categories, including…