NEDC Boosts Eye Care with Training for Doctors, Nurses
The North East Development Commission trains ophthalmic professionals in Maiduguri to strengthen eye care and tackle avoidable blindness in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states. Read more.
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Zulum Denies Anointing Candidates for APC Congresses
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum refutes rumours of endorsing candidates for APC executive positions. He urges party faithful to disregard misinformation and focus on credible consultations. Read the full statement.
Borno Police Arrest 8, Recover Illicit Drugs in Maiduguri
Borno State Police Command has arrested eight suspects and recovered a large cache of illicit drugs in Maiduguri. Read the full details of the operation and the police commissioner's warning.
Nurses, Midwives Reject Oyo Health Insurance Deduction
NANNM Oyo State Council rejects proposed 7.5% salary deduction for health insurance, citing financial strain on workers. Read their full statement and demands.
OOUTH Denies Nurses Forced to Clean During Strike
Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital management refutes claims nurses were compelled to perform cleaning duties during the JOHESU strike, calling the allegations baseless.
Zulum Opens Second Chance School for Women in Biu
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum commissions a remodelled school for vulnerable women in Biu, launches N1bn SME grants, and orders employment of 200 youths. A major step for education and post-insurgency recovery.
Zulum Bids Farewell to 230 Jerusalem Pilgrims
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has sent off 230 intending pilgrims to Jerusalem, urging them to be ambassadors of peace and pray for Nigeria. The ceremony highlights state support for religious welfare.
Borno Police Arrest 2,610 Suspects, Recover Arms
Borno State Police Command reports major 2025 successes: 2,610 arrests, 1,028 convictions, recovery of arms, explosives, and N5.8m. Read the full breakdown of their security operations.
Five Children Killed in Borno Fence Collapse
A tragic fence collapse in Maiduguri's Bulumkutu area has claimed the lives of five children. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read more for details and safety warnings.
Borno Governor Announces Major Rural Allowance Increase
Governor Babagana Zulum announces a 100% salary allowance for doctors and 40% for nurses in rural Borno to tackle healthcare staffing shortages. The move aims to compete with INGO salaries.
Borno exports $0.8m shoes, develops industrial hub
Borno State boosts economy with $800k leather exports and launches a new industrial hub with a dry port. Governor Zulum presents N890.33bn budget for 2026. Read more.
Borno's N890bn 2026 Budget: Education Gets Top N135bn
Governor Babagana Zulum presents a N890.33bn budget for Borno's 2026 fiscal year, with education receiving the highest sectoral allocation of N135bn for rebuilding and growth.
Zulum Presents 2026 Borno Budget to State Assembly
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum presents the 2026 budget proposals to the State Assembly, setting fiscal priorities with a focus on education and healthcare. Stakeholders urged to attend.
Shettima visits Borno mosque blast victims, reassures Nigerians
Vice President Kashim Shettima visited survivors of the Gamboru Market Mosque bomb blast in Maiduguri, conveying President Tinubu's sympathy and reaffirming the government's resolve to protect citizens.
Suicide Bomber Suspected in Deadly Maiduguri Mosque Attack
A suspected suicide bomber attacked a crowded mosque in Maiduguri on Christmas Eve, killing 5 and injuring 35. Police have deployed to public places. Read the latest on the security situation.
5 Killed, 35 Injured in Maiduguri Mosque Bombing
A suicide bomber detonated an IED inside a mosque in Maiduguri's Gamboru area during evening prayers. Five worshippers were killed and 35 injured. Police have cordoned off the area.
FG Reacts to Borno Mosque Attack, Boosts Security
The Federal Government condemns the Gamboru Market mosque bombing in Maiduguri, orders immediate security escalation, and vows to apprehend perpetrators. Details inside.
Zulum Felicitates Christians, Thanks God for Borno Peace
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum extends Christmas greetings, thanking God for restored peace. He highlights a year of recovery and interfaith harmony while on a security tour.
Shettima condemns Maiduguri mosque bombing, Tinubu acts
Vice President Shettima condemns the deadly Gamboru Market mosque bombing in Maiduguri. President Tinubu orders intensified security operations. Details on the attack and government response.
FG Deploys Tactical Teams After Maiduguri Mosque Bombing
President Tinubu orders immediate deployment of tactical security teams to Borno after Gamboru Market mosque attack. VP Shettima vows decisive action against terrorists.
IED Explosion in Borno Mosque on Christmas Eve
A devastating IED explosion struck a mosque in Maiduguri's Gamboru Ward during Maghrib prayers on Christmas Eve. Many feared dead. Get the latest details and eyewitness accounts.
Suicide Bomber Attacks Mosque in Maiduguri Market
A suicide bomber detonated an IED at a mosque in Maiduguri's Gamboru Market during evening prayers. Many feared dead. Police yet to comment. Read the latest details.
Brother Mourns Sibling Killed in Maiduguri Mosque Bomb Blast
Ibrahim Abubakar Goni Abbari mourns his brother killed in the Gamboru Market mosque bombing in Maiduguri. Read his emotional tribute and public reactions to the tragic attack.
Deadly Maiduguri Mosque Blast Kills 7 Worshippers
A deadly explosion tore through a mosque in Maiduguri's Gamboru market, killing at least seven. No group has claimed responsibility for the suspected bombing. Read the latest details.
Deadly Bomb Blast Rocks Maiduguri Mosque
A suspected Boko Haram IED attack at a Maiduguri mosque on December 24 leaves many feared dead. Get the latest details and analysis on this tragic security incident.
Zulum Gives Food, Free Transport to 6,000 Christians for Christmas
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum provides rice, spaghetti, and oil to over 6,000 Christian widows and IDPs for Christmas. Free transport also approved for non-indigenes. Read more on this act of inclusion.
Tinubu Launches 3,620 Electric Vehicles in Borno
President Bola Tinubu has commissioned 3,620 electric vehicles and new schools in Borno State, boosting transport and education. Read about this major infrastructure milestone.
Troops Kill 21 Boko Haram Fighters in Borno Ambush
Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, ambushed and killed 21 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Borno State, disrupting a major logistics convoy. Read the full details of the successful counter-terrorism operation.
Zulum's Festive Support: Free Travel, Gifts for 1,050
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has approved free Christmas transport fares for 750 non-indigenes and cash gifts for 300 widows. This annual initiative promotes unity and eases festive season hardship. Read more about this impactful social intervention.
21 ISWAP Terrorists Killed in Borno Clash
Nigerian Army troops and CJTF neutralized 21 ISWAP terrorists in a fierce gun battle along Damboa-Maiduguri Road. Read the full details of the operation.
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