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Government appeals to civil servants to support efforts in rescuing education from catastrophic decay in Yobe
Government appeals to civil servants to support efforts in rescuing education from catastrophic decay in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili, Damaturu
The Yobe state government on Monday appealed to civil servants in the state to heartily support the government in its bid to rescue the state from the catastrophe of education decay. This is following the destruction of the education system in the state as a result of the years of insurgency.
The Chairman Publicity Sub Committee for Yobe Education Recovery Appeal Fund, Hon. Muhammed Lamin said since creation in 1991, successive governments in the state have made a series of sporadic and bold attempts amidst compounding challenges to improve the education sector.
Muhammed Lamin who is also the state Commissioner for Home Affairs, Information and Culture, said this auspicious occasion of press briefing to update the media on the state of preparation toward the forthcoming Yobe State Education Recovery Fund Raising schedule for December, 4th 2021.
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He said it is longer news that the decade – long insurgency has impacted negatively on the entire lives of the citizenry.
“The devastating effect it has meted on the state’s education system and structure is overwhelming and must attract the attention of any responsible government,” he said, adding that, “Governor Mai Mala Buni has since assumption of office in 2019, declare state of emergency on education.”
“Some of you have been in the state since the start of the ugly phenomenon called insurgency which has destroyed everything about our educational systems including the psyche of our children and parents.” Lamin said
Muhammed Lamin further said the administration of Mai Mala Buni feels that the right steps must be taken to address this terrible trend in our educational system, hence the declaration of emergency in the education sector and the implementation of subsequent policies and programmes that will bail the state out of this quagmire.
“It is imperative here to state that, educating our citizens is to our collective responsibility as a people, apart from reaching out to people outside government feels that civil servants in the state should also give their modest contribution to the programme by contributing 10% of their November 2021 basic salary to the scheme.” Lamin said.
Government appeals to civil servants to support efforts in rescuing education from catastrophic decay in Yobe
Massive Bandit Attack in Kwara Police station, Leaves Police ASP Dead, Market Looted
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits numbering about 200 stormed Babanla town in Kwara state on motorbikes at around 1:00 p.m. on Friday, killing a police officer and looting a local market.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the assailants, who fired sporadically, attacked the Babanla Police Station, where ASP Adejumo Wasiu attached to the ACPOL Offa was shot dead. His AK-47 rifle was taken by the attackers.
Sources said that the station was ransacked, though no additional arms were lost, as all other weapons were on charge at the time.
After the assault on the police facility, the gunmen moved to the town’s market, seizing large quantities of foodstuffs.
A joint force comprising military, police, vigilantes, and local hunters mobilized swiftly, repelling the attack and restoring order.
The number of civilian casualties remains unknown as at the time of filling this report
Massive Bandit Attack in Kwara Police station, Leaves Police ASP Dead, Market Looted
Eight Suspects Escape from Police Custody in Gona in Bauchi One Rearrested
By: Zagazola Makama
Police in Gona in Bauchi state are on a manhunt after eight suspects in custody for various offences escaped from their cell in the early hours of August 8, 2025.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 12:20 a.m. on Saturday when the detainees broke out of their cell and forcefully opened the nearby exit door before fleeing to an unknown destination.
It was gathered that a rapid response patrol and divisional surveillance teams were deployed immediately. One of the escapees, identified as Abdullahi Haliru, has since been rearrested.
The sources said that authorities have circulated alerts to aid in the capture of the remaining fugitives
Eight Suspects Escape from Police Custody in Gona in Bauchi One Rearrested
Zulum Approves Establishment of Equipment Maintenance Unit
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the establishment of a dedicated Equipment Maintenance Unit to ensure the optimal use and maintenance of heavy equipment.
The Unit, which will be domiciled under the Governor’s Office, is designed to provide proper oversight and coordination of all heavy machinery owned by the state government.
This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency, extend the lifespan of critical assets, and achieve significant cost savings.
In a statement, the Secretary to the State Government, Bukar Tijani, emphasised that the creation of the Unit aligns with the state’s ongoing development projects and recent procurement of heavy equipment.
“In line with ongoing development projects and the procurement of heavy equipment by Borno State Government, the Executive Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the establishment of a dedicated Equipment Maintenance Unit placed directly under the Governor’s Office to ensure proper oversight and coordination, Tijani states.
“The creation of the unit is a strategic step toward effective management of the government’s heavy equipment assets which aligns with the governor’s commitment to transparency, efficiency, and sustainable development,” the statement adds.
The newly established Unit would be headed by a qualified engineer with relevant experience in heavy equipment maintenance and management.
Zulum Approves Establishment of Equipment Maintenance Unit
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