Military decimates bandits, restores peace in communities in North
By Chimezie Godfrey The Defence Headquarters Abuja has said that peace has been restored in communities in North West zone of the country as troops […]
Borno state
ASUP kicks as FG allegedly appoints 5 ‘unqualified rectors’ in new polytechnics
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has accused the Federal Government of appointing five unqualified persons as rectors in newly established federal polytechnics, in […]
Zulum briefs Buhari on repatriation of 200,000 displaced Nigerians
Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno, on Monday, briefed President Muhammadu Buhari on the planned repatriation of over 200,000 Nigerians displaced by insurgency and residing in […]
Over 17,000 babies born in 18 Borno IDP camps since 2019 – IOM
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has said that 17,053 babies were given birth to by Internally Displaced Persons in 18 locations in Borno state […]
Police arrest 2 suspects in Gombe over fertiliser adulteration
The Gombe State Police Command has arrested two suspects for buying and selling adulterated fertiliser in Gombe, the state capital. This is contained in a […]
NNPC, Shell donate 10 solar power water projects to communities in Borno
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCO) have donated 10 solar powered boreholes and 16 VIP latrines to […]
Resettlement: Bama residents celebrate return of peace
Residents of Bama in Borno State has organised special anniversary to celebrate the return of peace and normalcy to the war torn community. The News […]
Nigerian troops capture errand boy of ISWAP Logistics Commander
Nigerian Troops have arrested an ISWAP, logistic supplier and an errand boy to a notorious Logistics Commander, Modu Sulum, recently killed by troops of Operation […]
Troops foil terrorists’ attack, neutralise scores in Borno town –spokesman
The Nigerian Army has disclosed that the troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), on Sunday, foiled an attack by Boko Haram insurgents and neutralised scores […]
Zulum approves N88.5m for staff training – HoS
The Borno State Government has approved N88.5 million for the training of 1,050 civil servants. The State’s Head of Service, Mr Simon Malgwi, made this […]
Insurgency: New Theatre Commander assumes duty in Maiduguri
The new Theatre Commander for the Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai, Maj.-Gen. Christopher Musa, on Friday assumed duty in Maiduguri, the Borno state capital. […]
Terrorism: We’ll not rest until peace is fully restored, IDPs returned – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has assured citizens of Federal Government’s presence in fighting terrorism to the end and ensuring that Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) are fully […]
President Buhari arrives Maiduguri for official visit
President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived Maiduguri for a one day official visit. The president, whose visit is to assess security situation in the North East, […]
Nigerian Army urges Boko Haram terrorists to surrender
The Nigerian Army has urged remnants of the Boko Haram terrorists to surrender and embrace peace. The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 7 Division, Nigerian Army, […]
Blueprint anniversary: Lawan rallies Nigerians toward unity despite diversities, challenges
By Chimezie Godfrey The Senate President, Ahmed Lawan has called on Nigerians to stand in unity despite their diversities in culture, religion and geographical locations, […]
Constitutional Review: Bauchi, Borno back LG financial autonomy
Some stakeholders from Bauchi and Borno States have expressed support for Local Government financial autonomy in the country. The representatives of the two states expressed […]
We remain grateful to UNFPA, KOICA — Gov. Zulum
Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno has commended the efforts of UN Population Fund (UNFPA) and Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) toward providing humanitarian assistance to […]
Constitutional review : Borno, Yobe reject state police, additional states
Borno and Yobe States have rejected calls for the creation of additional states, local councils and state police in the country. The states made their […]
Agric. ministry explains construction of worship centre in Borno
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development says the approval for the construction of a Friday mosque in Borno was to meet the demand […]
Nigerian Army launches artillery bombardments of Boko Haram fighters in Konduga axis
Following credible intelligence, the Nigerian troops of Operation Hadin Kai have bombarded a mass gathering of Boko Haram fighters at Dawuri village in the Konduga […]
Arik Air reinstates flights to Maiduguri
Arik Air management says it has reintroduced flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport Abuja, to Maiduguri, the Borno State capital with effect from May 10. The […]
Reps to investigate N500m earmarked for rebuilding Chibok secondary school
The House of Representatives, on Wednesday, resolved to set up an ad hoc committee to investigate the N500 million safe school initiative fund earmarked for […]
COVID-19: UNFPA donates lifesaving commodities to Borno
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) on Wednesday donated lifesaving commodities and Personal Protection Equipment (PPEs) to health facilities in Borno. Dr Midala Balami, the […]
Troops kill Senior ISWAP Commander, fighters on revenge mission at Damasak – Army HQ
A senior Commander of ISWAP, Bukar Gana Fitchmeram (aka Abu Aisha), and scores of his fighters who were on revenge mission at Damasak, fell to […]
FG working tirelessly to secure release of remaining Chibok girls – Farouq
By Chimezie Godfrey The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development Sadiya Farouq says the federal government is working tirelessly to secure the […]