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Kefas condoles family, colleagues of teacher killed by student
Kefas condoles family, colleagues of teacher killed by student
By: Bodunrin Kayode
Governor Agbu Kefas has sent a special condolence message to the family and colleagues of Bassey Nkuphee who was stabbed by a student in Jalingo.
This was contained in a statement issued over the weekend by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Digital Communications, Emmanuel Bello.
Bello said recently that the Governor strongly condemned the action of the erring student insisting that a thorough investigation be carried out to ascertain the cause of the action.
Governor Kefas decried the use of drugs by young people in the state adding that it had dangerous consequences on their psyche.
While praying for the repose of the soul of the deceased teacher, Kefas said that no teacher ought to lose their lives while imparting knowledge to students describing the occurrence as highly regrettable.
The Governor said that the free education policy in the state is aimed at securing the future of the youths and ensuring the welfare and well-being of both the teachers and students.
Kefas further noted that the stabbing incidence was an indication of the rot in the society and a wake up call for parents and all stakeholders to intensify their supervisory roles of their wards at home and in the schools.
The deceased, Nkuphee was a teacher with the Government Day Secondary School, Jalingo.
Asuss react to murder of their member
Secondary School Teachers ASUSS Withdraw Services over Death Of Colleague in Taraba
Meanwhile, the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools, ASUSS, Taraba State Chapter, has announced the withdrawal of the services of its members from all government Secondary schools in the state after the stabbing incident that led to the death of their colleague.
The State Secretary of ASUSS, Dr. Kazon Ishaku, who announced the directive said they have monitored compliance across the 16 local government areas of the state and the feedback has been positive.
He noted that teachers are moulders and builders of future generations, but the latest happening to one of their own has shown that they are now endangered species.
According to him, what happened recently was shocking to them adding that the teacher left home very healthy but by the close of work he had became a corpse
“For us we do not have a better way to express our pain other than to tell our members to suspend academic activities because an injury to one is an injury to all. Today he is the one, we do not know who it will be tomorrow. ” said ishiaku.
Meanwhile, kinsmen of the deceased teacher, Jenjo Community Development Association, JCDA, also called on Taraba State Government to award scholarship to children of the late teacher.
Spokesman of the group, Ezekiel Nemuel, who addressed the press last Friday, said the deceased left behind three children within the ages of 10, 8 and 5 years old.
According to him, ” We condemn in strong terms all forms of violence in schools and communities and thereby call on all security agencies to be proactive in stemming these acts.
“We also call on Taraba State Government to take responsibility for the sustenance and sponsorship of the children of the deceased up to the highest level of education.
Bassey of the Model primary and secondary school in Jalingo was stabbed to death by former students of the school he was teaching.
As at the time of writing this report, the entire school had become a big crime scene as police operatives swarmed the premises following the fatal stabbing of the Teacher by alleged students of the school.
Habibu Dodo, the head teacher of the Model primary school who was a witness of the incident recounts that the school is in shock and will take necessary steps to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice.
The police Public relation officer Abdullahi Usman confirmed the arrest of the Prime suspect Jesse Williams involved in the killing of the teacher.
He called on the public to exercise patience as the police conduct its investigations.
Although normalcy has been restored to the general area, the incident has negatively affected the academic community in Jalingo.
Kefas condoles family, colleagues of teacher killed by student
Remi Tinubu commissions nursing quarters, two mega schools in Borno
By: Michael Mike
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday commissioned newly completed nursing quarters and two mega primary schools in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery and expand access to quality education in the state.
The projects were executed under Governor Babagana Zulum’s administration, which has continued to prioritize infrastructure development in the health and education sectors.
The newly inaugurated nursing quarters, located beside the State Specialist Hospital, consist of eight blocks of six flats each. The housing units are fully furnished and fitted with air-conditioning systems to improve living conditions for medical personnel.
In the education sector, Senator Tinubu also commissioned Aliyakeri and Abbaganaram Mega Primary Schools. Each facility features 48 classrooms designed to accommodate thousands of pupils, alongside ICT centres, modern sports facilities, e-learning platforms, and solar-powered systems to ensure uninterrupted academic activities.
Speaking at the ceremony, the First Lady commended Governor Zulum’s leadership style, describing the projects as people-focused and impactful.
“What we have seen so far in Borno is quite encouraging. You have done very well, and I am truly honoured to be part of this commissioning,” she said.
Governor Zulum’s administration has reportedly completed 104 mega schools across the state, with additional projects ongoing across Borno’s 27 local government areas.
During the event, Senator Tinubu also flagged off a N200 million empowerment programme targeting 2,000 vulnerable women. Each beneficiary is expected to receive N100,000 alongside a sewing machine to support small-scale businesses and improve household income.
The First Lady praised the initiative, noting that it aligns with national efforts to strengthen community-based economic empowerment and food security programmes.
Under the distribution plan, 400 women were selected from Maiduguri metropolis, 200 from Jere Local Government Area, 100 from Biu, while 50 beneficiaries were drawn from each of the remaining 24 local government areas.
In addition, eight outstanding education workers, including teachers, head teachers, principals, TVET coordinators, and ministry staff, were presented with brand-new utility vehicles in recognition of their service.
In a related gesture, Governor Zulum also presented a house to a ministry watchman, Baba Modu Fandi, in appreciation of his dedication, while Senator Tinubu further supported him with an additional ₦2 million financial assistance.
Remi Tinubu commissions nursing quarters, two mega schools in Borno
Two Men Sustain Severe Injuries in Mutual Attack Over Mining Site Dispute in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama
Two men are receiving treatment at a hospital in Niger State after sustaining serious injuries in a violent altercation reportedly linked to a dispute at an illegal mining site.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred in a Fulani settlement near Iwa village in Gurara Local Government Area.
The sources said the matter was reported to the police on April 25 at about 1:30 p.m. after the victims were brought in by the Officer-in-Charge of Iwa Outstation.
According to the sources, the confrontation began on April 24 at about 9:00 a.m. when Jibril Yusuf, 22, allegedly went to the hut of Haruna Tukur, 35, and set him ablaze after a misunderstanding at an illegal mining site.
The sources further stated that Haruna Tukur, in retaliation, attacked Jibril Yusuf with a machete, severing his fingers during the violent exchange.
Both men were rushed to the General Hospital in Gawu Babangida, where they are currently responding to treatment.
Security operatives said investigations have commenced to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident, while the case remains under active review.
Two Men Sustain Severe Injuries in Mutual Attack Over Mining Site Dispute in Niger State
Windstorm Damages NYSC Camp in Niger, Two Children Injured
By: Zagazola Makama
A heavy windstorm following a downpour has caused partial damage to structures at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp in Paiko, Niger State, leaving two children injured.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred on April 25 at about 8:00 p.m. when strong winds brought down parts of the camp infrastructure during the rainfall.
The sources said police personnel were immediately mobilised to the scene to restore order and provide security, while some corps members were safely evacuated from affected areas.
According to the sources, no loss of life was recorded in the incident.
However, two girls identified as Fati Abdul, 12, and Adewumi Adesola, 11, sustained minor injuries during the incident. They were taken to a medical facility, treated and later discharged.
The sources added that normalcy has since been restored at the camp, while the area remains calm and under observation to ensure continued safety of occupants.
Windstorm Damages NYSC Camp in Niger, Two Children Injured
Remi Tinubu commissions nursing quarters, two mega schools in Borno
Two Men Sustain Severe Injuries in Mutual Attack Over Mining Site Dispute in Niger State
Windstorm Damages NYSC Camp in Niger, Two Children Injured
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