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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum disbursed N80 million and food items to 4,000 resettled IDP households in Malam-Fatori. The support aims to rebuild lives and restore hope for returnees from Niger Republic.
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.
Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, inducts a record 122 medical doctors. Dr Maimunat Suleiman, 27, emerged as the overall best graduate. State officials pledge internship and job opportunities.
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.
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.
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.
Musa Ahmed Musa of Borno and Hafsat Sada of Kano have emerged overall winners of the 40th National Qur'anic Recitation Competition. Governor Zulum says the event signals Borno's return to peace.
An investigation reveals Ogun State's Primary Health Centres, funded by BHCPF, lack amenities and manpower, forcing residents to risky private clinics with auxiliary nurses. Read the full report.
Junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike, their 14th walkout, demanding a 26% pay rise. The Labour government calls it 'irresponsible' amid NHS strain. Read the full story.
Canada launches a new Express Entry category in early 2026 to help foreign doctors, including Nigerians, gain permanent residence. This move addresses physician shortages and offers a dedicated route for skilled medical professionals.
Business mogul Muhammadu Indimi promises to attract domestic and foreign investors to develop Borno's agriculture, livestock, mining, and tourism sectors, boosting the local economy.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum reveals spending N100 billion on security in 2025, but contractors still refuse projects due to threats. Read his plan to bypass the crisis.
Governor Babagana Zulum discloses Borno State spent about N100 billion on security in 2025, stalling road projects and development. Read about the impact and plans.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum counters claims of Christian genocide, reveals reconstruction of 45 churches destroyed by Boko Haram. Read his full statement and the response from CAN and JNI leaders.
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has approved over N706 million in scholarships for orphans of Civilian JTF members and other student groups. Read the full details of this major educational intervention.
A complete guide to the Borno State Scholarship for 2025. Learn about eligibility criteria, required documents, the online application process, and key deadlines for various programs.
Nigerian resident doctors threaten an indefinite strike if the government fails to implement a recent MoU within 30 days. Key demands include payment of promotion and salary arrears. #NARD #Healthcare
Nigerian resident doctors suspend their 29-day strike after signing an MoU with the government. All members are to resume duty immediately, giving a 4-week timeline for implementation of key demands.
Nigerian resident doctors suspend their 29-day strike, directing members to resume work immediately after signing an MOU with the government on key demands.
Education breakthrough in Borno as Isaac Balami and Governor Zulum announce scholarships for youths to study aviation and management. Don't miss this opportunity!
Boko Haram insurgents razed houses and vehicles in Magumeri, Borno State. Troops prevented casualties as Governor Zulum declared prayer days over insecurity. Read full details.
Nigerian resident doctors continue nationwide strike, refuting Labour Ministry's progress claims. NARD says no demands met, no payments received. Strike persists until minimum conditions are fulfilled.
Nigerian resident doctors reject government claims of progress, vowing to continue nationwide strike until all 19 core demands are fully addressed. Health crisis deepens.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum identifies Tumbus islands, Sambisa Forest, and Mandara hills as major terrorist enclaves during meeting with Air Chief. Urges joint military operation.
Nigerian resident doctors continue strike for 17 days, demanding Collective Bargaining Agreement and salary review. 91 hospitals affected nationwide. Read latest updates.
Thousands of UK doctors begin five-day strike over pay erosion and training post shortages. The 13th walkout since 2023 threatens NHS services as government and union remain deadlocked.
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