Northeast
Borno’s partnership with NSE resettles millions of IDPs back to 18 liberated communities – Gov Zulum

By: Our Reporter
Governor Babagana Zulum has revealed that the strong partnership between Borno State Government and the Nigerian Society of Engineers, NSE greatly assisted in reconstruction, relocation and resettlement of millions of Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs back to over 18 liberated communities.
Zulum disclosed this during the occasion of the World Engineering Day (WED) for sustainable development organized by NSE, Maiduguri branch which took place at Ramat Polytechnic in the metropolis.
Recall that the theme for World Engineering Day 2022, is “Build Back Wiser…..”, and is celebrated on March 4th every year as a UNESCO International Day of celebration.
Represented by the Commissioner, Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs and Special Duties, Hon Mohammed Kabir Wanori, FNSE, said, engineering is one of the challenging profession in the World, and most importantly in Borno where all critical infrastructures were badly destroyed by the lingering insecurity occasioned by the over 12 years of Boko Haram insurgency, hence, the need to create awareness and develop the state in all ramifications.
“On behalf of the Government and the people of Borno, I commend NSE for the good partnership.
“In the last two and half years when we came on board, we have so far resettled an appreciable number of our displaced people in more than 18 communities across the state, in addition to closure of IDPs’ camps in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council and Jere local government area.
“We are working assiduously to fix other infrastructural facilities destroyed by the insurgents as we continue partnership with NSE and other stakeholders.
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“This goes to say that the role of engineering at this trying moment in our dear state, especially our collective commitment in reconstruction, rehabilitation and resettlement efforts cannot be over emphasized.
“We have over the years used our expertise skills and champion the rehabilitation and reconstruction of many destroyed communities, I am therefore proud to state that, this collaboration efforts led to the attainment of over 556 projects spread across the 27 local government areas, in addition to dignified relocation of our IDPs back to their ancestral homes.” Zulum said.
He however stressed that Borno under his leadership is desirous to implementing the executive order on local content by engaging indigenous engineers in handling rehabilitation and reconstruction drive, as Government he added, shall work closely with NSE to constantly keep engineers abreast with current realities, inline with his 10 Pact Agenda, 25 a-year Development Framework and 10- year strategic Transformation Plan.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Chairman of NSE, Borno state chapter, Babagana Modu Tela, FNSE lauded governor Zulum for execution of about 600 capital projects across the state.
He said, these achievements within the short time under the present administration is commendable by all and sundry, especially NSE that were given an upper hand in contributing its little professional way by the State Government.
Modu therefore reiterated NSE’s support and cooperation to Borno State Government at all times to ensure the ongoing reconstruction, rehabilitation and resettlement of IDPs and sustainable development are executed smoothly across the state.
Borno’s partnership with NSE resettles millions of IDPs back to 18 liberated communities – Gov Zulum
News
Crisis brews in Gombe SDP as Yakubu emerges acting chairman

Crisis brews in Gombe SDP as Yakubu emerges acting chairman
The Gombe State chapter of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has appointed a new chairman, Aaron Yakubu to serve in acting capacity following the suspension of its state chairman, Comrade Adamu Abubakar Modibbo, over allegations of mismanagement, lack of transparency, and misuse of party resources.
His suspension was announced at a news conference held in Gombe on Saturday by the party’s Welfare Secretary, Usman Yahaya, on behalf of concerned members of the state executive.
Reading the statement, Yahaya said there were countless complaints against the now suspended chairman, whom he said had side-lined party stakeholders and running the party like his personal property.
“Since Comrade Modibbo assumed office, the party has experienced no meaningful progress. Instead, the leadership claims he has used his position to witch-hunt loyal stakeholders and frustrated committed party members for his personal gain.”
He accused Modibbo of systematically “caging” the party’s executive members and aspirants, depriving over 90% of both returning and newly acting executive members of access to official SDP membership cards.
He further alleged that the selection of party candidates has been done without due process or consultation, with names being announced solely via national platforms involving prominent figures like Malam Nasir El-Rufai, thereby side-lining the state executive.
Yahaya also accused the suspended chairman of allegedly using his personal residence as the de facto party office.
This, the executives say, violates proper procedures and comes despite funds being made available to renovate the official state party office and rent offices across the local government areas.
“As it stands, the SDP in Gombe State does not have a functional or recognised operational office,”
In the light of the above weighty and numerous allegations against Modibbo, the Welfare Secretary said that the Gombe State chapter of the party has taken decisive action by suspending Comrade Adamu Abubakar Modibbo as chairman with immediate effect.
“In this regard, we hereby announce that the current State Secretary of the party, Mr. Aaron Yakubu, will now serve as the Acting State Chairman of the SDP in Gombe.
“Similarly, Ambassador Lukman Adamu Elkanem, previously serving as the Acting Assistant Public Relations Officer, has now been appointed as the Acting State Secretary of the party.”
Yahaya, on behalf of the state chapter of the SDP, appealed for intervention from the national body of the party to look into the allegations against the former chairman and to restore discipline, accountability, and credible leadership to the Gombe chapter of the party.
Speaking shortly in an interview, Yakubu said he would work to build inclusiveness in the party and ensure all party members were carried along in line with the constitution of the party.
He stated that out of the 13 working committee members of the party, nine were present and in support of the suspension of Modibbo.
Crime
Yobe man kills neighbour over alleged affair with wife

Yobe man kills neighbour over alleged affair with wife
By: Zagazola Makama
A 40-year-old man, Yau Ari Dawa of Fulameri Village in Yobe State, has allegedly stabbed his neighbour to death following a violent altercation over a suspected extramarital affair with his wife.
Zagazola Makama gathered from sources that the incident occurred late Wednesday night at about 11:30 p.m., when Dawa reportedly confronted Mallam Faji Gana, 35, accusing him of having an affair with his 25-year-old wife, Noja Yau.
The sources said that the confrontation quickly turned violent, and Dawa allegedly used a knife to stab Gana in the stomach during the scuffle.
A neighbour, raised an alarm and reported the incident to authorities in the early hours of Thursday.
Gana was rushed to the Specialist Hospital in Geidam, but was confirmed dead on arrival by medical personnel.
The suspect, Yau Ari Dawa, has since been arrested by operatives of the Yobe State Police Command.
According to police sources, the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for discreet investigation and possible prosecution.
Yobe man kills neighbour over alleged affair with wife
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Climate resilience: Group tasks Adamawa stakeholders to enhance gender-responsive strategies

Climate resilience: Group tasks Adamawa stakeholders to enhance gender-responsive strategies
Women in Humanitarian Response in Nigeria Initiative (WiHRiN) in collaboration with UN Women and partner organizations urged stakeholders to enhance gender-responsive strategies in disaster preparedness and climate resilience.
Dr. Mimidoo Achakpa, the Coalition Coordinator made the call at the validation workshop in Yola.
She said, the workshop aimed at addressing gender gaps in disaster and climate resilience strategies in Adamawa State.
She advised the participants to critically assess the findings and provide additional input.
Dr. Hassan Misari, facilitator, presented an overview of the assessment findings, highlighting key gender-related challenges and opportunities within the state’s climate and disaster resilience frameworks.
He guided participants through a series of group discussions aimed at validating the findings and shaping a proposed roadmap for action.
Hajiya Safiya Mohammed, controller, Federal Ministry of Environment expressed the need for collaboration among security agencies, government institutions, and Civil Society Organisation to create resilient and gender-responsive disaster management frameworks.
Dr Ibrahim Umar, Director Ministry of environment emphasised the importance of inclusive strategies that ensure both men and women are equally involved in the development and implementation of disaster management policies in the state.
Falda Wesley, representative of the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development expressed confidence that the discussions would lead to meaningful outcomes and stronger gender representation in humanitarian planning.
According to her, the workshop is an eye opener for additional knowledge for them to give them and take more ideas on their field work.
The workshop brought together the stakeholders to review and validate findings from a recent gender gap assessment, following a previous consultative meeting in the state.
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