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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
Troops neutralise six bandits, recover rifles as arson attacks escalate in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops operating under Project Garkuwan Arewa have neutralised six bandits and recovered seven AK-47 rifles during a security operation in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.
A security source told Zagazola Makama on Sunday that the operation, conducted in the villages of Gangara, Tsageru and Sungawa, followed credible intelligence on hostile bandit activities in the area.
“Troops neutralised six bandits identified as Musa, Shehu, Nasiru, Yusuf, Mantagora and Siddiq. Seven AK‑47 rifles were also recovered during the operation,” the source said.
He said despite the setbacks suffered by the criminals, remnants of the bandit group resorted to burning farmlands and properties in surrounding communities in a bid to intimidate residents and regain control.
According to the source, local vigilante operatives are assisting troops in tracking fleeing bandits, some of whom have taken refuge within Gangara town, resulting in intermittent gunfire exchanges.
Security authorities described the attacks as retaliatory actions aimed at destabilising rural communities and warned of increased risks of civilian casualties if the criminals are not cleared from the area.
Troops have since intensified ground patrols in Gangara, Tsageru and Sungawa, while coordination with local intelligence networks has been strengthened to provide early warning on bandit movements.
Operations to track and apprehend fleeing suspects are ongoing.
Troops neutralise six bandits, recover rifles as arson attacks escalate in Zamfara
PRESIDENT TINUBU ORDERS THE WITHDRAWAL OF POLICE OFFICERS GUARDING VIPS FOR CORE POLICE DUTIES
By: Our Reporter
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the withdrawal of police officers currently providing security for Very Important Persons in the country.
Henceforth, police authorities will deploy them to concentrate on their core police duties.
The presidential directive was issued at the security meeting President Tinubu held on Sunday with the police, Air Force, army chiefs and the Director-General of the Department of State Services, DSS, in Abuja.
According to the Presidential directive, VIPs who want police protection will now request well-armed personnel from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.
Many parts of Nigeria, especially remote areas, have few policemen at the stations, thus making the task of protecting and defending the people difficult.
In view of the current security challenges facing the country, President Tinubu is desirous of boosting police presence in all communities.
Already, President Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 30,000 additional police officers. The federal government is also collaborating with the states to upgrade police training facilities nationwide.
Sunday’s meeting was attended by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Waidi Shaibu; the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke; the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun; and the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Tosin Adeola Ajayi.
PRESIDENT TINUBU ORDERS THE WITHDRAWAL OF POLICE OFFICERS GUARDING VIPS FOR CORE POLICE DUTIES
VP Shettima Departs South Africa To Represent President Tinubu At AU-EU Summit In Angola
By: Our Reporter
Following the conclusion of his engagements at the 20th summit of the G20 Leaders in South Africa, Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Johannesburg for Luanda to represent President Bola Tinubu at the AU-EU Summit scheduled for Angola.
The Vice President will join other Heads of State and Government from the African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) for the 7th meeting of the two bodies, scheduled to take place from November 24 to 25, 2025, in the Angolan capital, Luanda.
The AU and EU meeting will bring together young leaders, innovators and Civil Society Organisations to brainstorm on some of the shared challenges of the two unions.
It will also provide recommendations on how to address issues related to climate change, inclusivity in development, infrastructure, the digital economy, the creative industry, manufacturing, and agribusiness.
The Vice President will return to Nigeria at the end of the AU-EU summit.
VP Shettima Departs South Africa To Represent President Tinubu At AU-EU Summit In Angola
Troops neutralise six bandits, recover rifles as arson attacks escalate in Zamfara
PRESIDENT TINUBU ORDERS THE WITHDRAWAL OF POLICE OFFICERS GUARDING VIPS FOR CORE POLICE DUTIES
VP Shettima Departs South Africa To Represent President Tinubu At AU-EU Summit In Angola
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