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Banki: Zulum commissions rebuilt market, teachers’ estate
Banki: Zulum commissions rebuilt market, teachers’ estate
.. Lays foundation for new International cattle market
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Tuesday, commissioned the newly remodelled Banki International Market destroyed by Boko Haram insurgents and the new teachers’ housing estate in Banki town.
The market which comprises 128 shops and about 440 market stalls is located around the border with Cameroon. It will provide a conducive and organized trading environment for small and medium-scale entrepreneurs.
The market is equipped with modern facilities such as water and sanitation. It is aimed to accommodate traders, stimulate economic activities and create employment opportunities for residents most of whom are affected by Boko Haram conflict.
During his activities in Banki on Tuesday, Zulum said his administration aims to enhance teachers’ welfare and improve productivity by building a housing estate.
The housing estate has 5 units of a befitting 2-bedroom bungalow house.
… Lays foundation for new International cattle market
Meanwhile, Governor Zulum also laid a foundation stone for the construction of a new International market dedicated to cattle business in Banki town.
The Banki cattle market which was the largest in Lake Chad before it was deserted due to Boko Haram activities will be remodelled to meet international standards.
Marketers from Chad, Central Africa Republic and Cameroon boycotted the border market since the escalation of the crisis and the insurgents taking over Banki and other communities.
Speaking at the ceremony attended by the Governor of Far North Region, Bakari Mjinyawa, Zulum said “Recently we completed the construction of a cattle market in Gamboru Ngala. We will ensure the prompt release of funds for the building of an international cattle market project and I believe it will be completed in 90 days.”
Zulum urges the authorities in Cameroon to join him in promoting trans-border trade. He also called for creating avenues for international students exchange
He said, “the establishment of this market will enhance Trans-border trade and contribute to the economy of both Nigeria and Cameroon.”
The governor noted that he would liaise with his colleague, the governor of the Far North Region of Cameroon Republic to reopen the international cattle route previously used for the supply of cattle from neighbouring countries.
The event was also attended by the Shehu of Bama, Umar Ibn Shehu Kyari Ibn Umar Elkanemi, members of the House of Representatives, and House of Assembly members among other senior government officials.
Banki: Zulum commissions rebuilt market, teachers’ estate
Zulum Dismisses Claims of Favoring Candidates for APC Congress
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has firmly dismissed rumours circulating that he has anointed individuals for executive positions in the forthcoming All Progressives Congress (APC) party congresses.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya, the Governor described the claims as the handiwork of mischief-makers seeking to cause disaffection within the party.
Governor Zulum emphasised that he has not in any fora endorsed any candidate for any party position, whether in Gwoza Local Government Area or any of the state’s 27 local government areas.
“Let me categorically state that I have not anointed any person for the position of Chairman or Secretary of APC in Gwoza local government in the forthcoming party congress. I wish to also stress that I have not anointed any person for any position in the APC congress in any of the 27 local government areas,” Governor Zulum stated.
He further called on party members to disregard the false information, saying, “I am calling on our party faithful and supporters to disregard the rumour as it is a calculated attempt to create disaffection and derail the party from its trajectory.”
The Governor instead urged party stakeholders to continue constructive consultations aimed at identifying credible candidates to be fielded for all party positions.
Zulum Dismisses Claims of Favoring Candidates for APC Congress
VP Shettima Arrives In Guinea For President Doumbouya’s Inauguration
By: Our Reporter
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Conakry, the capital of Guinea, to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of President-elect Mamady Doumbouya.
The Vice President was received by senior Guinean government officials and members of the Nigerian diplomatic corps ahead of the official ceremony, which is scheduled to take place on Saturday, January 17, at the GLC Stadium in Nongo.
The inauguration of President Doumbouya follows his victory in the December 2025 general elections, signalling the formal end of a four-year military transition.
The Vice President’s attendance at the inauguration affirms Nigeria’s leadership role within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and its commitment to the restoration of constitutional order across the sub-region.
Under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, Nigeria has continued to position itself as a stabilising force, advocating for democratic governance as a prerequisite for regional prosperity.
The visit also serves as a strategic mission to expand the economic corridor between the two West African nations.
VP Shettima Arrives In Guinea For President Doumbouya’s Inauguration
Bandits kill seven, abduct three in Sabon Birni border attack in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
At least seven persons were killed and three others abducted when armed bandits attacked Kyara village, a remote border community in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, in the early hours of Thursday.
Sources said the attack occurred at about 4:00 a.m. in the village, which lies close to the Niger Republic border and has no mobile phone network coverage.
The bandits, who were said to be in large numbers and armed with sophisticated weapons, stormed the community, shooting sporadically and causing panic among residents.
During the attack, seven persons were shot dead, while two others sustained gunshot injuries. Three villagers were also kidnapped, and an unspecified number of domestic animals were rustled.
Joint security forces were immediately deployed to the area after the incident was reported. On arrival, they evacuated the corpses and the injured victims to a hospital for autopsy and medical treatment.
Troops have since launched a manhunt for the attackers with a view to rescuing the abducted victims, recovering the rustled livestock and arresting those responsible.
Confidence-building patrols are currently ongoing in and around Kyara village to reassure residents and prevent further attacks.
Bandits kill seven, abduct three in Sabon Birni border attack in Sokoto
Zulum Dismisses Claims of Favoring Candidates for APC Congress
VP Shettima Arrives In Guinea For President Doumbouya’s Inauguration
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