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Zulum Approves Recruitment of Over 1,000 Health Workers, Revitalises 123 PHCs in Borno
Zulum Approves Recruitment of Over 1,000 Health Workers, Revitalises 123 PHCs in Borno
By: Michael Mike
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum has approved the recruitment and absorption of 1,037 health professionals and support staff to strengthen primary healthcare delivery across Borno State.
The decision forms part of the state government’s broader effort to expand access to quality healthcare services at the grassroots and reinforce frontline medical services in communities across the state.
The Executive Secretary of the Borno State Primary Health Care Development Board, Professor Mohammed Arab Alhaji, disclosed the development, noting that the governor approved the employment and absorption of 985 health professionals and 52 supportive staff into Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) statewide.
He further revealed that the state government also approved the engagement of 341 additional health professionals through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund to complement the existing workforce and strengthen service delivery in health facilities.
Arab explained that the initiative aligns with efforts to achieve Universal Health Coverage while supporting the health component of the state’s long-term development framework.
According to him, a significant portion of the newly absorbed workers — 859 health professionals of various cadres — were drawn from the Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project and redeployed to PHCs across the state.
He added that another 111 health professionals and 52 support staff have been assigned to five health facilities located in Goni Damgari, Wulari, Shuwari, Miringa and Fikayel. In addition, 15 health professionals have been posted to two PHCs in Mobbar Local Government Area to address staffing shortages in the area.
Beyond workforce expansion, the governor also authorised the implementation of the new minimum wage for health workers alongside improved allowances aimed at boosting morale and enhancing productivity within the sector.
In a further push to strengthen primary healthcare infrastructure, the state government has completed the renovation and upgrade of 123 PHCs across Borno. The upgraded facilities have been equipped with solar-powered boreholes, essential medicines and medical consumables.
The revitalisation exercise was carried out through partnerships involving the state government, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, the Global Fund and the IMPACT Immunisation Programme.
The interventions are part of ongoing efforts by the Zulum administration to rebuild and strengthen healthcare services in communities affected by years of insurgency while ensuring residents, particularly those in rural areas, have improved access to basic and affordable medical care.
Zulum Approves Recruitment of Over 1,000 Health Workers, Revitalises 123 PHCs in Borno
Military
Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest
Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest
By Zagazola Makama
Security was significantly reinforced around Niger’s Presidential Palace in Niamey following reports of unrest involving elements of the country’s armed forces, security sources told Zagazola Makama.
According to multiple security sources, the heightened deployment of the Presidential Guard, supported by armoured vehicles around the Presidential Palace on the night of July 3 and into July 4, followed what was described as a limited protest by personnel of an armoured unit within the Niger Armed Forces (FAN).
The sources said some soldiers reportedly declined deployment to frontline positions in northern Tillabéri Region, particularly around Inatès and Chinagodrar, citing inadequate heavy equipment and insufficient operational resources to confront the growing security threats in the area.
The protest was described by one source as a “small mutiny,” although there has been no official confirmation from the Nigerien authorities.
Security sources said the development triggered concern within the country’s leadership, prompting the reinforcement of security around the Presidential Palace and temporary restrictions on movement in the surrounding area as a precautionary measure.
The Tillabéri Region remains one of Niger’s most volatile security zones, with recurrent attacks by armed extremist groups, including factions linked to the so-called Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS).
As of the time of filing this report, the Nigerien government and military authorities had not issued any official statement regarding the reported protest or the increased security presence around the Presidency.
The situation remains under close observation.
Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest
Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Enduring Peace have arrested two suspected criminals during a routine patrol in Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources disclosed that the suspects, identified as Azi Ezekiel, 21, and Ajiji Emmanuel, 19, were apprehended at about 10:30 a.m. on Saturday along the road leading to Forbur Village.
The sources said the suspects were intercepted by troops of Sector 1, Sub-Sector 12, while conducting a routine patrol in the area.
According to the sources, the two suspects have been handed over to the Keystone Police Station in Forbur for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The arrest forms part of ongoing security operations aimed at combating criminal activities and enhancing safety across Plateau State.
Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 4 of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a suspected kidnapper during a security operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources said the suspect, identified as Mohamdu Surajo, 29, was arrested at about 6:45 p.m. on Friday at Sabon Layi Village following sustained security operations in the area.
The sources disclosed that the suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing preliminary interrogation to aid ongoing investigations.
They added that the arrest is part of continued efforts by security forces to dismantle criminal networks and enhance security across Plateau State.
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community
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