Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN) Yobe State Chapter Hosts Groundbreaking Symposium on Inclusion and Diversity

By: Our Reporter

Damaturu, Yobe State – The Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN) Yobe State Chapter today Thursday 9th January, 2025 convened a pivotal one-day symposium on the imperative of inclusion and diversity, themed “Breaking Barriers: Fostering Inclusion and Diversity.”

Amb.Abubakar Ibn Usman Nguru CYA, Senior Inspector at NYSC Headquarters and 3rd Assembly Ambassador of YAN Yobe State, as Keynote Speaker delivered a paper on Importance of Inclusion and Diversity, stressing the urgent need for inclusive practices and policies that promote diversity. The symposium united youth from diverse backgrounds, government officials, and stakeholders to strategize on dismantling barriers and fostering a more inclusive society.

“We are resolute in our commitment to promoting inclusion and diversity among young people in Yobe State,” declared Rt. Hon. Mohammed Hashimu Auwalu, Speaker of YAN Yobe State Chapter. “This symposium marks a crucial milestone in our journey towards achieving this goal.”

The event featured interactive sessions, panel discussions, and presentations on topics related to inclusion and diversity. Youth participants expressed enthusiasm for implementing the innovative ideas and strategies discussed during the symposium.

Distinguished attendees included Director of Forestry, Ministry of Environment, Yobe State, representing the Chairman of the Occasion, Hon. Sidi Yakubu Karasuwa, Commissioner, Yobe State Ministry of Environment. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth, represented the Commissioner, Yobe State Ministry of Youth, Sport, and Social Development.

Other invited dignitaries Mohammed Alkali Executive Secretary SMEDAN Yobe state, Hon. Nuhu Baba Hassan Yobe state Focal Person NEDC, representative of National Population Commission, representative of NSCDC, Alhaji Musa Mai Jawa.

The programme also featured a brief safety awareness presentation by ACF Shitu Abdulmiminu Alkali from Federal Fire Service and a panel discussion moderated by MB Machina. The event concluded with a vote of thanks presented by Zona A Zonal Coordinator of YAN, Amb. Usman Giedam.

Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN) Yobe State Chapter Hosts Groundbreaking Symposium on Inclusion and Diversity

Nigeria affirms commitment to partnership with China, as President Tinubu hosts visiting Chinese Minister

By: Michael
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Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to agreements with China, strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. This was stated as President Bola Tinubu hosted the Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs, Wang Yi in the State House, Abuja.

Tinubu, who was joined by Senior Government Officials including the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar and the Director-General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership Mr Joseph Tegbe, emphasized that the relationship between both countries was elevated to a comprehensive strategic partnership with the aim of building a high-level China-Nigeria community with a shared future and mutual prosperity.

The Director-General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership emphasized that “Nigeria’s partnership with China is a strategic one, aimed at driving economic growth and development.

According to the Czar, one of Nigeria’s primary goals is to address the trade imbalance between Nigeria and China, ensuring te trade partnership transforms into development partnership with Nigeria becoming a net-exporter to China by 2030.

The Director-General pointed out that China has been a reliable partner and Nigeria looks forward to deepening cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, and infrastructure development.

He added that under the partnership, China would transition from being a mere trade partner to a development partner in the industrialization of Nigeria.

According to him, “It is worth noting that industrializing Nigeria means industrializing 25% of Africa. An economically sound and stable Nigeria signifies a prosperous continent of Africa.”

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi praised Nigeria’s role as a major African power with global influence and its contributions to the global South. “Nigeria is a major African country with global influence. It is an important member of the global South. As we work for Africa’s peace and development, Nigeria plays an irreplaceable and important role,” he noted.

Wang also emphasized China’s tradition of prioritizing Africa in its foreign policy, expressing hope that continued collaboration will bring tangible benefits to both nations.

Wang further stated, “China has all along viewed and developed relations with Nigeria from a strategic height and a long-term perspective, hoping to further our solidarity and cooperation. We will continue to understand and support each other on issues concerning our respective core interests, and as we both pursue development and vitalization, continue to pursue cooperation for mutual benefit.”

The Chinese minister’s statements underscore the significance of the China-Nigeria partnership, which has been elevated to a comprehensive strategic partnership

Nigeria affirms commitment to partnership with China, as President Tinubu hosts visiting Chinese Minister

Zulum inaugurates 3 boards, ordered overhaul in the health sector

By: Our Reporter

Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has inaugurated three (3) boards in the health sector while also directing a comprehensive overhaul of the state’s health care service delivery.

The event was held on Thursday at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Maiduguri.

The newly inaugurated boards include the Borno State Hospital Management Board, the Borno State Primary Healthcare Development Board, and the Kashim Ibrahim University Teaching Hospital Management Board. The boards are tasked with overseeing initiatives designed to enhance healthcare delivery.

Zulum outlined his vision for the health sector, directing reforms to address issues such as inadequate facilities, insufficient staffing, and a lack of essential medical supplies in some health facilities.

“We are currently witnessing pressure on our secondary health facilities because the primary healthcare is weak. I want you to take all hospitals on a case basis and enumerate all problems in terms of staffing, equipment, and medical supplies so that we can address the issues affecting our health facilities holistically,” Zulum said.

Meanwhile, Governor Zulum also inaugurated the Borno State Local Government Service Commission Board, which comprises the Chairman and four permanent commissioners.

In their separate remarks, the Chairman of the Kashim Ibrahim Teaching Hospital Management Board, Professor Ahmed Ahidjo and that of the Local Government Service Commission, Alhaji Modu Alhaji Musa, expressed gratitude to the Governor for the opportunity and also pledged to justify the confidence reposed on them.

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has inaugurated three (3) boards in the health sector as he gives directive for a comprehensive overhaul of the state’s health care service delivery.

The event was held on Thursday at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Maiduguri.

The newly inaugurated boards include Borno State Hospital Management Board, Borno State Primary Healthcare Development Board, and Kashim Ibrahim University Teaching Hospital Management Board. The boards are tasked with overseeing initiatives designed to enhance healthcare delivery.

Zulum outlined his vision for the health sector, directing reforms to address issues such as inadequate facilities, insufficient staffing, and lack of essential medical supplies in some health facilities.

“We are currently witnessing pressure on our secondary health facilities because primary healthcare is weak. I want you to take all hospitals on a case basis and enumerate all problems in terms of staffing, equipment, and medical supplies so that we can address the issues affecting our health facilities holistically,” Zulum said.

Meanwhile, the governor also inaugurated Borno State Local Government Service Commission Board which comprises the Chairman and four permanent commissioners.

In their separate remarks, the Chairman of Kashim Ibrahim Teaching Hospital Management Board, Professor Ahmed Ahidjo, and that of Local Government Service Commission, Alhaji Modu Alhaji Musa, expressed gratitude to the governor for the opportunity and also pledged to justify the confidence reposed on them.

Zulum inaugurates 3 boards, ordered overhaul in the health sector