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Yobe State, a growing hub of science and research – Group

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Yobe State, a growing hub of science and research – Group

By: Yahaya Wakili

A group of international scientists from renowned institutions on a summer school training visit to Yobe State have described the state as a growing hub of science and research, not only in Nigeria but also in Africa.

The scholars who came from the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, South Africa, Algeria, Senegal, and Ghana for the summer school training commended Governor Mai Mala Buni CON for establishing and supporting the Biomedical Training and Research Center at the state university in Damaturu.

Dr. Mahmoud Bukar Maina, Director of the Research Center, said, “This is the third summer school training since the establishment of the center, with accomplished scholars in attendance.

“We had three workshops on artificial intelligence, malaria research, and brain disease research with 450 medical doctors, scientists, researchers, and academicians from across Africa in attendance and trained by seasoned professors.

In their separate goodwill messages, Professor Sharon USA, Amadi South Africa, Sadiq ABU Zaria, and Yaw Ghana said Yobe State will soon be a science and research tourism site because of the political will of Governor Buni in promoting science and research.

“I am assuring you that soon people will be coming to Yobe State from all over the world because Your Excellency the Governor has practically demonstrated science and neurodiplomacy that would attract scientists and researchers to your state” Prof. Amadi said.

The Vice Chancellor of Yobe State University, Professor Mala Daura, expressed appreciation to the governor for the continuous support towards making the university a center of excellence.

Governor Buni assured the continuous support of the government for the center to become a center of excellence in research and training.

“Last year I was at some renowned research institutes, including the Crick Research Institute, York University, the London School of Hygiene, and the University College London in the United Kingdom, for partnerships in research and training, especially on kidney disease affecting some parts of the state.

“As your team is scheduled to visit Gashua, one of the most affected areas, I urge you to deepen your research on the cause of the disease in the area” Buni urged the scentists.

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Christian Northern Group Receives NOA’s National Values Charter Plaque

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Christian Northern Group Receives NOA’s National Values Charter Plaque

By: Michael Mike

The Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Isa Lanre-Onilu has presented the National Values Charter Plaque to the Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP) in recognition of the group’s unwavering dedication to national unity, patriotism, and its exemplary conduct as a corporate citizen that transcends religious divides to promote inclusivity.

Receiving a delegation of the NCYP who pay a courtesy visit to the NOA headquarters, the DG lauded the group’s patriotic stance and contributions to nation-building.

He particularly praised their courage and foresight in supporting the Tinubu/Shettima presidential ticket during the 2023 elections, a decision taken in the face of opposition from many, especially within the Christian communities in Northern Nigeria.

He said: “I have known this group for quite some time. Notably, you took a principled stand to support President Tinubu’s Muslim-Muslim ticket when many others opposed it. Today, the wisdom behind that decision is becoming evident through the visionary leadership being demonstrated—fair representation in appointments, reform-driven governance, and a commitment to inclusive development.

“This alone makes you worthy of the National Values Charter recognition, which embodies the principles of citizenship and patriotism.”

Earlier, the Chairman of NCYP, Mr. Isaac Abrak who led the group, emphasized that the group comprises Christian professionals from the 19 Northern states and the FCT -Abuja, who actively participate in politics to improve the welfare of citizens across the region and Nigeria at large.

He noted that the group’s political choices are guided by merit, equity, and the vision of building a tolerant and united society, particularly in enhancing relations between Christians and Muslims in political spaces.

Abrak identified the transformational impact of President Tinubu’s leadership, particularly referencing his tenure as Governor of Lagos State. “His strategic use of local government structures and the reformation of street youth, popularly known as ‘Area Boys,’ into productive contributors to society helped raise Lagos’ Internally Generated Revenue from N6 billion to N11 billion monthly. These bold reforms underpin our support for the full implementation of the Supreme Court verdict on Local Government Financial Autonomy.”

He stressed that the local government financial autonomy is a pro-people policy that must be anchored by the people through grassroots engagement. Mr. Abrak offered NCYP’s extensive leadership network—spanning national, state, local government, and ward levels with a workforce of over 30,000—for partnership with the 774 NOA offices nationwide to drive advocacy and implementation of this critical policy.

“The NCYP remains connected to the grassroots,” Abrak said. “We are ready to collaborate with NOA to raise public awareness and ensure that local government autonomy delivers development to the doorstep of every Nigerian.”

In his concluding remarks, the NOA DG urged all Nigerians to continue supporting President Tinubu’s administration, citing landmark projects such as the 700 km Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and the establishment of Regional Development Commissions as initiatives that will spur economic growth and provide intervention across all regions.

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Notorious Armed Robbers/Car Snatchers Arrested in Abuja, Firearm and Stolen Vehicle Recovered

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Notorious Armed Robbers/Car Snatchers Arrested in Abuja, Firearm and Stolen Vehicle Recovered

By: Zagazola Makama

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has made significant progress in its efforts to dismantle a notorious armed robbery and car snatching syndicate, following the arrest of several suspects on April 11, 2025.

Police sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation led to the recovery of a stolen Mercedes Benz C180 (color green), along with a Beretta pistol and a cutlass, which were seized from the suspects.

While some of the suspects have been apprehended, efforts are ongoing to recover additional stolen vehicles and capture the remaining members of the criminal group, who have fled the scene.

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Armed Bandits Kill One, Abduct 50 in Tungar Dada Village Attack in Sokoto

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Armed Bandits Kill One, Abduct 50 in Tungar Dada Village Attack in Sokoto

By: Zagazola Makama

A bandit attack on Tungar Dada Village in the Moriki District of Zurmi Local Government Area (LGA) in Sokoto on April 13, 2025, has left one person dead and 50 others abducted.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 0400hrs, when a group of armed bandits stormed the village, shooting and killing one individual while abducting 50 villagers to an unknown destination.

Security officials have confirmed the death and are actively pursuing leads to rescue the abducted victims and apprehend the suspects.

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