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Governor Zulum bags Honorary Doctorate by Federal University of Technology, Owerri
Governor Zulum bags Honorary Doctorate by Federal University of Technology, Owerri
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has been awarded an honorary Doctorate Degree of Technology by the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), Imo State.
The conferment took place during the institution’s 36th Convocation ceremony on Saturday, which also conferred the Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma, and Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, honorary degrees.
Professor Zulum, a distinguished academic and professor of Irrigation Engineering, holds fellowships from several esteemed institutions and is a recipient of numerous awards for his contributions to education and public service.
Expressing his gratitude, Governor Zulum acknowledged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the institution’s Visitor, for the honor bestowed on him.
“On behalf of my family, the government and good people of Borno State, I extend my sincere appreciation to the Visitor, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Chancellor, the Pro-Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor, and the management of this great university for conferring this degree on me,” Zulum said.
The governor commended President Tinubu’s establishment of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund), which is providing critical support to students in tertiary institutions.
He assured that state governors across the country would support the initiative to ensure its success.
“This fund is one of the most important initiatives established by the administration of President Bola Tinubu. I assure you that all 36 state governors will support its noble objectives,” Zulum emphasized.
Governor Zulum urged FUTO to introduce job-creating courses tailored to meet the demands of the modern economy, stressing the decline in traditional white-collar job opportunities.
“As an academic, I advise the university to offer courses that prepare graduates for entrepreneurship and self-employment,” he noted.
The governor also announced plans for a partnership between Borno State Government and the Government of Imo State to support FUTO in advancing teaching, learning and research.
He congratulated the graduating students, wishing them success in their future endeavours.
Governor Zulum was accompanied by a high-profile delegation, including Senators Mohammed Ali Ndume, Mohammed Tahir Monguno, and Kaka Shehu Lawan. Others were the APC Deputy National Chairman (North), Hon. Ali Dalori, Hon Bukar Talba, Speaker of Borno State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abdulkarim Lawan, and APC State Chairman, Hon. Bello Ayuba.
Governor Zulum bags Honorary Doctorate by Federal University of Technology, Owerri
Man Killed in Accidental Shooting During Joint Security Operation in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A tragic incident occurred on April 3, 2025, during a joint security operation in Girei Local Government Area (LGA) of Adamawa State.
The operation, which involved personnel from the Police, Military, Department of State Security Services (DSS), and Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), aimed to raid criminal hideouts in the area.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that during the operation, one of the security personnel accidentally discharged their firearm, striking 21-year-old Bara Adamu of Wuro Bulama, Girei LGA.
The victim was immediately rushed to Specialist Hospital for medical attention but was sadly confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.
Man Killed in Accidental Shooting During Joint Security Operation in Adamawa
Armed Bandits Kill One in Attack on Commercial Vehicle in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
On April 3, 2025, at approximately 1130 hours, a group of armed bandits riding motorcycles, opened fire on a commercial vehicle traveling from Kebbi to Sokoto.
The attack resulted in the death of one Dan Gande Usman, who was shot in the head. The victim succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital.
In response to the attack, troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA were deployed to the area to ensure sanity.
Armed Bandits Kill One in Attack on Commercial Vehicle in Sokoto
Bandits Attack Rijiya Village in Zamfara, Kill Eight, Set School Ablaze
By: Zagazola Makama
A deadly bandit attack on Rijiya Village in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State has left eight people dead and a primary school set on fire.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that at approximately 1600 hours, on April 3, a group of armed bandits, heavily armed with AK-47 rifles and other dangerous weapons, invaded the village.
The assailants opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in the deaths of two members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CPG) and six civilians.
In addition to the loss of lives, the bandits set fire to a primary school that was being occupied by the CPG members.
Bandits Attack Rijiya Village in Zamfara, Kill Eight, Set School Ablaze
Man Killed in Accidental Shooting During Joint Security Operation in Adamawa
Armed Bandits Kill One in Attack on Commercial Vehicle in Sokoto
Bandits Attack Rijiya Village in Zamfara, Kill Eight, Set School Ablaze
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