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EU Commends Zulum’s Post Conflict Recovery Efforts
EU Commends Zulum’s Post Conflict Recovery Efforts
By: Our Reporter
The European Union has lauded Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s post-conflict recovery efforts, citing the Muna Vocational Training Institute, which trains youth, particularly those affected by the over one-decade-long Boko Haram insurgency.
Head of the European Union (EU) mission to Borno, Ambassador Gautier Mignot, made the commendation over the week in Maiduguri while speaking to journalists at the Vocational Training Institute, Muna.
Ambassador Mignot noted his team was delighted to see the magnitude of opportunity the vocational enterprise institute provides for the people of Borno State and beyond.
He said, “I’m applauding this wonderful achievement. It’s one example of many centres built by the state government under the guidance of Governor Zulum and his vision.
“Vocational training is clear- it is something that young people in the state need, and this is something we have also experienced in Europe, especially in Germany.”
“We’ve been reviewing the portfolio of projects and humanitarian assistance and, above all, developing cooperation in many areas. Borno State has been and will remain a key priority area for European cooperation in the coming years.
Also speaking, the representative of the German Ambassador, Karen Jensen, commended Governor Zulum for an all-inclusive empowerment which comprises women and girls.
The German Ambassador’s representative, Jesen, expressed satisfaction over the number of women participating in various vocational training programs at the facility, notably in traditionally male-dominated fields like welding, saying, “It’s important for women and girls to be part of vocational education.”
“I’m proud of what I’m seeing here and our cooperation work is very nice,” Jesen said.
The delegation was earlier at the Government House to pay a courtesy call on Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, during which the European Union reiterated its commitment to partner with the Borno State Government in peace-building projects to be implemented by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ).
Speaking at the Government House function, the representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Nigeria and ECOWAS, Koffy Dominique Kouacou, commended Governor Zulum’s leadership qualities in promoting agriculture and strengthening local economies through innovation, infrastructure development, and capacity building.
He stated they will work with the Zulum’s administration to determine the most effective ways to support the state government’s efforts by enhancing agricultural productivity, establishing sustainable and resilient food systems, and empowering farmers and communities to become self-reliant.
EU Commends Zulum’s Post Conflict Recovery Efforts
Troops Neutralise Two Terrorists in Night Ambush Operation in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have neutralised two suspected terrorists during a night ambush operation in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation, conducted under Operation Desert Sanity/Siege Operations, took place at about 11:05 p.m. on May 13, 2026, at Bazamri village, a location identified as a major crossing point for members of the ISWAP.
According to the sources, troops laying ambush at the location intercepted and engaged the terrorists in a firefight, resulting in the neutralisation of two insurgents.
Following the encounter, troops carried out exploitation of the area and recovered several items suspected to be logistics supplies for the terrorists.
Recovered items included 54 packs of 80-gram detergent, 32 packs of 500-gram salt and one carton of spaghetti.
Military authorities confirmed that no casualty was recorded among the troops during the operation.
The ambush team was said to have subsequently changed position and continued surveillance and waiting operations in the area as part of sustained offensive actions against terrorist movements.
Security sources added that troops’ morale and fighting efficiency remained satisfactory, while offensive operations across the theatre continued.
Troops Neutralise Two Terrorists in Night Ambush Operation in Borno
NHRC, stakeholders meet to promote human rights in Gombe
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Gombe State Office, on Tuesday, organised a state consultative meeting on the National Action Plan (NAP) for the promotion and protection of human rights in the state.
The meeting which was held in Gombe brought together stakeholders from Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), security agencies, community representatives, youth groups and other relevant stakeholders.
The engagement was to deliberate on the implementation of the NAP and to identify prevailing human rights concerns affecting citizens within Gombe State.
In his opening remarks, the Executive Secretary of the NHRC, Tony Ojukwu, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), said that the engagement served as a platform for interaction, exchange of ideas and collective commitment towards strengthening human rights protection mechanisms in Gombe State and Nigeria at large.
Represented by the State Coordinator, NHRC, Gombe State office Dr Joseph Wanshe, Ojukwu emphasised the importance of the NAP as a strategic framework designed to improve the human rights situation in the state and Nigeria through collaboration among government institutions, civil society organisations and citizens.
Wanshe, while presenting an overview of the NAP, explained that the NAP is a comprehensive policy framework aimed at ensuring the promotion, protection and fulfilment of human rights in accordance with constitutional provisions and international human rights obligations ratified by Nigeria.
Mr Lemuel Akeweta while making his presentation said that the objectives of the meeting amongst others was to create awareness on the NAP for the promotion and protection of human rights in Nigeria.
Others he said was to encourage stakeholders’ participation in the implementation of the NAP; identifying prevailing human rights challenges within the state and strengthening collaboration among MDAs, CSOs and other stakeholders.
He also said that practical recommendations and way forward for effective implementation of the NAP at state and grassroots levels would be developed.
Our Correspondent reports that a total of 45 attendees cutting across 28 MDAs and 17 CSOs and a team of five NHRC staff were also present at the meeting.
NHRC, stakeholders meet to promote human rights in Gombe
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Terrorist Collaborators in Taraba State Raid
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested three suspected terrorist collaborators during a coordinated raid on identified enclaves in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Security sources said that the operation was carried out at about 0610 hours on May 10, 2026, by troops of Sector 3 OPWS deployed at Jimilari.
The sources said the troops conducted simultaneous raids on suspected terrorist hideouts at Binari, Chibi and Andamin communities following credible intelligence on the activities of criminal networks in the area.
According to the sources, three suspects believed to be providing support to terrorist elements were arrested during the operation.
Military authorities said the suspects are currently in custody and undergoing preliminary interrogation to determine the extent of their involvement and possible links to wider criminal networks.
They added that troops will sustain clearance operations and intelligence-led raids across vulnerable communities in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area to dismantle support structures for criminal elements and restore security in the area.
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Terrorist Collaborators in Taraba State Raid
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