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Borno Gov’t, VP’s Office partner for NEDC Teacher Training

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Borno Gov’t, VP’s Office partner for NEDC Teacher Training

By: Our Reporter
 
The Borno State Government has joined forces with the Office of the Vice President of Nigeria and the North East Development Commission (NEDC) to launch a two-day teacher training program under the Accelerated Senior Secondary School Education Programme (ASSEP).
 
The initiative aims to improve the quality of education in six northeastern states, with a particular focus on science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and agriculture.
 
At the launch event held at the Ministry of Education hub, the Commissioner for Education, Engineer Lawan Abba Wakilbe, officially inaugurated the program and announced the donation of 100 digital tools to support the training.
 
Dr. Mariam Masha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Regional Development Programmes, explained the vision behind ASSEP, stating, “We believe that by empowering teachers, inspiring students, and improving the nation’s education system, we can create a brighter future for Nigeria.” She also mentioned the addition of skill acquisition programs for women.
 
ASSEP, an initiative of the Federal Government under the leadership of Vice President Kashim Shettima, seeks to train one million teachers nationwide. 
 
The program emphasises teacher training, classroom modernisation, student competition, and virtual reality content development to enhance educational outcomes.
 
Engineer Wakilbe expressed his support for the initiative, noting that it aligns with the state government’s educational transformation agenda, which was originally championed by Vice President Shettima during his time as governor. He commended the Vice President’s continued commitment to advancing education.
 
However, Wakilbe raised concerns about the challenges faced by flood-affected learners who have lost their books and uniforms. He emphasised the urgent need for support and highlighted the importance of providing hygiene kits for girls to improve school retention rates.
 
The event featured an engagement session with teachers and stakeholders.

Teachers who completed online training to become “Black Belt” educators in Borno received digital tools to enhance their classroom teaching.

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AU, Nigeria sign MoU to strengthen fight against terrorism

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AU, Nigeria sign MoU to strengthen fight against terrorism

By; Zagazola Makama

The African Union Commission and the Federal Republic of Nigeria have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism across the continent.

The agreement was signed on Sept. 8 by Amb. Bankole Adeoye, AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, and Maj.-Gen. Adamu Garba Laka, National Coordinator, National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC).

The MoU provides a framework to enhance cooperation and coordination between the AU and Nigeria on counterterrorism initiatives.

Adeoye said the partnership underscored the commitment of both parties to addressing the growing threat of terrorism through coordinated strategies, capacity building and information sharing.

The areas of collaboration include real-time information sharing, deployment of NCTC experts to the African Union Counter-Terrorism Centre (AUCTC), joint research, as well as support for victim recovery, deradicalisation and reintegration.

A Joint Working Group is to be established to monitor progress and oversee the implementation of the MoU.

The agreement reflects the shared commitment of Nigeria and the African Union to promote peace and security across Africa.

AU, Nigeria sign MoU to strengthen fight against terrorism

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Residents of Kachia call for media attention as bandit attacks escalate

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Residents of Kachia call for media attention as bandit attacks escalate

By: Zagazola Makama

Residents of Kachia Local Government Area in Kaduna State have raised concerns over the apparent underreporting of recurring bandit attacks and kidnappings in the area, urging major media houses to take notice.

In a statement signed by Rev. Fr. Agbo Gabriel, the community expressed frustration that despite enduring more than two years without consistent electricity, and relying on solar power where possible, the security challenges in Kachia and surrounding villages have largely gone unreported.

According to the statement, in the early hours of Sunday, September 7, 2025, bandits attacked Wakeh village in Agunu District, killing eight people, injuring many others, and burning homes and property.

The attacks, the statement says, have similarly affected Ankwa, Bishini, Katari, and other villages, leaving communities displaced, traumatised, and in despair.

“The poor people of Kachia town, who used to host internally displaced persons from surrounding villages, are now themselves being targeted,” Rev. Fr. Gabriel said. “Kidnappings from farms and homes are happening daily, yet media coverage remains virtually absent. We are forced to ask: where are the correspondents or reporters of major media houses in Kaduna and Kachia?”

The statement appealed to Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, to urgently address the insecurity in Kachia LGA, highlighting the area’s potential and importance to the state. Residents also called for stronger community-based surveillance, engagement of local leaders, and collective action to protect vulnerable villages.

Rev. Fr. Gabriel emphasised that local vigilance is critical at this time, urging residents to report suspicious activities and support one another in defending their communities.

“Kachia is a land of great potential and does not deserve such neglect,” the statement concluded. “Media houses, we need your attention. Kachia too exists.”

Zagazola report that the Kaduna State had not released any statement regarding the unfortunate incident.

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Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA foil bandits’ attack in Katsina

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Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA foil bandits’ attack in Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and Police Command in Katsina State, have foiled an attempted attack by armed bandits in Malumfashi Local Government Area.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 7:35 p.m. following credible intelligence that armed bandits on motorcycles were heading towards Gora village.

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA and other security operatives, intercepted the bandits and engaged in a fierce gun duel.

The bandits fled in disarray under superior firepower. No casualty was recorded, and calm has since returned to the area,”said sources.

The sources added that aggressive patrols and clearance operations had been intensified to track down the fleeing criminals.

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