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Borno Government doles out N500million to the UMTH for flood recovery, promises to assist in raising more funds
Borno Government doles out N500million to the UMTH for flood recovery, promises to assist in raising more funds
By: Bodunrin Kayode
Governor Babagana Zulum has made a contribution of N500m to the post flood recovery efforts of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH).
Making the donation yesterday during a visit to the UMTH, the Governor said that it was unfortunate that the flood had to cause so much destruction in the capital and the hospital but that will not deter him from ensuring that more funds are raised to assist the management to return to its former footing of excellence.
The Governor who went round the hospital with the Minister of Health Professor Mohammed Parte to see the damaged equipments for himself said that the facility was in his mind and he would do all he can to make sure it continues to take care of his people.
Zulum noted that the growth and development of the health sector in the State cannot be over emphasized, which is why the Borno State govt will continue to assist in whatever way it can to ensure that residents have access to its services.
“We are all affected by the flood. Indeed the hospital belongs to the federal government but there is no distinction between the federal and state concerning this because the beneficiaries are the indigenous people of Borno state of which over 90% use the facility.
” In addition to this, we shall partner together to seek for more funding to the teaching Hospital to ensure it bounces back to its path of continuous progress.
“Indeed, we have never witnessed such phenomenal growth in the hospital before as we have been seeing since you came on board as a result, i want to commend the Chief Medical Director (CMD) for the consistent growth the hospital has been witnessing. However, you just have to be patient with the people and keep on the good work regardless of what happens.”
The Governor noted that some of the machines are very sensitive and understands why some sections of the hospital will have to remain closed until repairs are completed since a lot of repair work must take place before the machines can be put on.
Prof Zulum commended the Minister for the support he has given not only to Borno State but to the health sector in the north east and the entire country.
Responding after touring the facilities affected on the ground floor of the main building, the Minister of health Professor Pate commended the Governor for his contribution of N500m to the rebuilding of the UMTH.
He described it as a significant contribution giving the fact that the state capital was also under water on the 10th of September causing a lot of people to loose their properties and lives.
He assured that the ministry has prioritized the UMTH and will work with the state govt to get resources from anywhere to bring it back to its normal standard.
The Minister commended the CMD Professor Ahmed Ahidjo and his team also for their dedication to duties and assured that his ministry will do more as time goes on to increase the tempo of development in the water damaged facility.
The Governor and the minister went round the various damaged facilities before expressing their views to newsmen.
Borno Government doles out N500million to the UMTH for flood recovery, promises to assist in raising more funds
Breaking: Kanu fails to open defence, cites former counsel’s retention of case file
By: Zagazola Makama
The detained leader of the proscribed separatist group, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, on Friday failed to open his defence in his ongoing terrorism trial before a Federal High Court in Abuja.
Kanu attributed his inability to present his defence to the failure of his former legal team, led by former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) Kanu Agabi, to hand over his case file, preventing him from adequately preparing.
The defendant was initially slated to open his defence on Thursday but instead announced the sacking of his legal team and requested a short adjournment until Friday.
On Friday, the prosecuting counsel, Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN), informed the court that the case was scheduled for Kanu to open his defence. When called, Kanu informed the court he could not proceed as those responsible for delivering his case file to the Department of State Services (DSS) facility, where he is being held, had failed to do so.
Kanu prayed for an adjournment until Monday, October 27, to access the case file and familiarise himself with its contents. He further stated he was expecting witnesses from the United Kingdom, the United States, Kenya, and Ethiopia, and requested an order allowing him to meet with them over the weekend for preparation.
The court granted his request, instructing the DSS to allow Kanu receive visitors on Saturday and Sunday. Justice James Omotosho adjourned the trial till October 27 for Kanu to open his defence, warning that the six days initially granted for his defence, which began on October 23, will not be extended.
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Farmer injured in herders’ attack in Konduga
By: Zagazola Makama
A farmer has been hospitalized after sustaining severe machete wounds in an attack by suspected herders at Jakana Village, Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State.
The incident occurred on Wednesday when a group of herders reportedly led their cattle into a beans farm belonging to locals and grazed on the crops.
During an attempt by Mohammad Ali Fantami, 30, of Kadamari Lamboa bush, to drive the cattle away, one of the herders allegedly attacked him with a machete, severing his left hand and inflicting deep cuts on his neck before escaping.
The victim was evacuated to the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH), where he is said to be responding to treatment.
Efforts are ongoing to trace and apprehend the perpetrators as investigations continue into the incident.
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Troops repel another ISWAP ambush, recover arms, motorcycles in Magumeri
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Hadin Kai have foiled a series of ambush attacks by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists along the Damasak–Gubio road in Magumeri axis of Borno State.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the troops, who were on a fighting patrol as part of Operation Desert Sanity IV, came under fire from suspected terrorists on arrival at Binduldul.
Sources stated that the troops responded with superior firepower, forcing the terrorists to flee in disarray. Reinforcements led by the Commanding Officer of the Battalion later exploited the scene, recovering two motorcycles, one AK-47 rifle, five blankets, three praying mats, a spare motorcycle tyre and two gallons of engine oil.
The sources added that one terrorist was neutralised during the encounter.
Furthermore, at about 3:05 p.m. on the same day, while withdrawing from the area, the troops encountered another ambush involving an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack followed by heavy gunfire from ISWAP fighters near Kardio village.
The soldiers successfully repelled the assault, safely detonated another IED along their main supply route, and returned to base without any casualty.
Photographs from the operation indicated successful recovery of items and neutralisation of threats in the area.
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