Elected on the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), he became the state’s first democratically elected governor and was in office between January 1992 and November 1993 when the late General Sani Abacha sacked the democratic contraption of that time. He came back, though, in 1999 where he served for two terms under the flag of the All Peoples Party (APP).
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The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has launched 120 housing units and an empowerment center for farmers in Borno state, aiming to enhance food production and bolster food security. Executive Secretary Paul Ikonne, alongside Governor Babagana Zulum, unveiled the initiative in Maiduguri on Friday in Abuja, emphasizing its role in encouraging youth participation in agriculture. “This is part of its efforts to reduce poverty create wealth among smallholder farmers boost food production and give farmers good accommodation.’’ The facility located in Dustman community, Zawiya Village, Borno, has a clinic, a school for children of farmers, a worship centre, solar-powered…
According to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations, Nigeria has secured the top position in yam production globally, with a remarkable output of 61,171 t in 2022.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) anticipates a three-day spell of sunny and hazy conditions beginning this Saturday across the nation. NiMet’s weather outlook, released on Friday in Abuja, projects a sunny and hazy atmosphere prevailing over the northern region throughout the forecast period. The agency expects moderate dust haze with horizontal visibility ranging from 2km to 5km over the North Central region and inland areas of the South. Additionally, coastal regions are likely to experience early morning mist and fog patches, with partly cloudy skies prevailing amidst a hazy atmosphere during the forecast period. NiMet anticipated isolated thunderstorms over parts…
Ahmed highlighted the success of the existing partnership between Kaduna and drug manufacturers, noting an increased focus on and availability of essential health commodities. She reported a significant rise in the average fill order rate, climbing from 38 percent in September 2021 to 95 percent in December 2023.
A Consultant Cardiologist, Dr. Ramon Moronkola, cautioned that untreated underlying cardiovascular issues could precipitate sudden death among individuals. According to the consultant with the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), in an interview Moronkola, his remarks were prompted by reports of several Nigerians passing away while watching the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Notably, on Wednesday night, at least five individuals reportedly died while watching the semi-final match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Bafana Bafana of South Africa in the ongoing AFCON tournament in Cote D’Ivoire. They include a chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress(APC), Dr Cairo…
In a statement by the spokesperson of the Forum, Abdulraque Barkindo, made available to ASHENEWS on Thursday, the governors met with the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu to discuss the interwoven link between the trio of food inflation, escalating cross-country insecurity, and currency depreciation.
Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s dedication to advancing Artificial Intelligence (AI) research. Inuwa made this assertion in a statement released in Abuja on Friday by the agency’s Head of Corporate Affairs and External Relations, Mrs. Hadiza Umar. Speaking at the Innovate Nigeria 2024 Conference and Expo in Lagos, the director-general highlighted the government’s role in driving AI research and its potential impact on Nigeria’s economic prospects. This, he said, was part of efforts in implementing President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at accelerating diversification through industrialization and digitization.…
The State Social Health Insurance Agencies (SSHIA) Forum in Nigeria has urged for collective action to improve enrolment in state health insurance programs. During the first quarter review meeting held in Abuja on Friday, the Chairman of the CEOs, Dr. Simeon Onyemaechi stressed the critical importance of heightened participation amidst the healthcare challenges facing the nation. Onyemaechi , emphasizing the pressing need to tackle healthcare complexities and extend coverage to mitigate the burden of out-of-pocket expenses, particularly among underserved communities, the chairman stressed the urgency of the matter. In urging Nigerians to seize the opportunity for a healthier future, he…
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has inaugurated a committee aimed at halting the persistent clashes between farmers and herders, which often lead to loss of lives and food crop shortages in the region. Addressing the committee’s inauguration at the Government House in Maiduguri, Zulum said the committee’s mandate was to investigate the root causes of conflicts between farmers and herders within the state. The governor urged the committee to swiftly complete its task within a two-month timeframe and to propose effective measures to prevent future clashes. Additionally, he tasked the committee with the crucial responsibility of identifying and documenting…