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North East Stabilization and Development Masterplan will rehabilitate North East, says Buni
North East Stabilization and Development Masterplan will rehabilitate North East, says Buni
By: Our Reporter
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni has said that the North East Stabilization and Development Masterplan (NESDMP) promoted by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) provides ample opportunity for the rehabilitation of the troubled North East from the destruction of Boko Haram insurgency.
He said the NESDMP, which is considered an inclusive process, will yield acceptable strategies for the commission’s activities in not only Yobe State and but the entire the North East region.
The preparation of NESDMP like YOSERA (Yobe Socio-economic Reform Agenda) is being facilitated by key stakeholders such as State MDAs, traditional rulers, religious leaders, local councils, CSOs, development experts and practitioners, as well local and international partners.
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The State wide consultation is therefore aimed at deepening local and community ownership of development process thereby promoting inclusiveness, transparency and accountability in governance.
Buni, who was represented by the Secretary to the Yobe State Government, Baba Malam Wali at consultative meeting with Yobe State Stakeholders on the proposed North East Stabilization and Development Masterplan (NESDMP),
appreciated President Muhammadu Buhari for establishing NEDC.
The MD/CEO NEDC, Mohammed Goni Alkali represented by the Executive Director Finance and Administration Mohammed Gashua assured that NESDMP would capture locally initiated projects and programs that would advance socio-economic and political development of Yobe State and the North East region.
Also speaking at the occasion, the Emir of Fika, Dr Muhammad Idrissa, appreciated the efforts of the federal government of Nigeria under President Muhammadu Buhari for establishing the North East Development Commission (NEDC) for the states affected by Boko Haram insurgency.
The Emir, who is the Chairman Yobe State Council of Traditional Rulers and Coordinator Northeast National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria, stated: “It is necessary to inform this gathering that about 80 percent of Yobe population are agrarian who have over the years being thrown into total disarray by Boko Haram insurgency. They could not freely access their farmland and the already harvested and stocked ones were either looted or burnt to ashes.
“The impact of North East Development Commission (NEDC) is being felt by our community members, your interventions, especially in agriculture, is restoring hope on our people, we solicit for the timely and adequate supply of fertilizer and other agricultural inputs to boost the yield of our farmers.”
He added that: “The Commission can also intervene to reduce the menace of youth unemployment through the establishment of more skill acquisition centres and graduate them with starter packs.”
North East Stabilization and Development Masterplan will rehabilitate North East, says Buni
Yobe: Hon. Suleiman expresses gratitude to colleagues for attending his son’s wedding.
By: Yahaya Wakili
Hon. Yakubu Suleiman, member representing Fika/Ngalda in the Yobe State House of Assembly, expresses his unquantifiable gratitude to Almighty Allah (SWT), who in His Mercy made everything possible and successful for the wedding fatiha of his son Adamu Yakubu Suleiman and Khadija Shuaibu Ali on Saturday, 1st. February, 2025.
“My enormous gratitude goes to my colleagues, members of the Yobe State House of Assembly, and thousands of people who trooped en masse to witness the wedding ceremony.
He also expressed his deepest heartfelt gratitude to the Executive Chairman of the Fika local government council, Hon. Abdu Bukar Gadaka, and those who traveled far and near distances to attend the ceremony; I thank them so much. Alhamdulillah.
Hon. Yakubu Suleiman further said some, who out of their tight schedules, especially my colleagues and my friends, could not attend but sent in a generous message, I am most grateful to, and to those who called and joined us in prayers and sent in best wishes, I am really grateful to you all, he prays.
The wedding ceremony, which took place at the opposite of Yobe Flour and Feed Mills Potiskum, was conducted by Imam Mallam Ibrahim after the presentation of the certificate of fitness of both the groom and bride.
The marriage was solemnized by Imam Mallam Ibrahim, who gave out the marriage and announced the sum of #200,000 cash in hand as a dowry to Khadija Shuaibu Ali.
Hon. Yakubu Suleiman, the father of the groom, advised the couple to be guided by the teaching of Prophet Muhammadu (SWT) in their matrimonial home, as well as to live in peace with one another, and prayed for Almighty Allah (SWT) to bless them with children. Ameen.
Yobe: Hon. Suleiman expresses gratitude to colleagues for attending his son’s wedding.
IGP’s continuous stay in office legal, lawful – AGF
By: Our Reporter
The continuous stay in office of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, is legal and lawful.
The appointment of Egbetokun which took effect from 31st day of October, 2023 would have come to an end on his attainment of 60 years of age on 4th day of September, 2024.
However, before his retirement age, the Police Act was amended to allow the occupant of the office to remain and complete the original four year term granted under Section 7 (6) of the Act, notwithstanding the fact that he has attained the age of 60 years. This has, therefore, statutorily extended the tenure of office of Egbetokun to and including 31st day of October, 2027 in order to complete the four year tenure granted to him.
For the avoidance of doubt, Egbetokun’s continous stay in office is in line with the provisions of the Police Act amended in 2024 which allow the occupant of the office to enjoy a term of four years effective from the date of his appointment as IGP, in this case, 31st day of October 2023.
This advisory is necessary for the guidance of the general public.
IGP’s continuous stay in office legal, lawful – AGF
Borno State Government Condoles NEDC Executive Director Over Mother’s Demise
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Deputy Governor, His Excellency Dr. Umar Usman Kadafur, has extended the state government heartfelt condolences to Dr. Garba Illiya, the Executive Director of Finance and Administration at the North East Development Commission (NEDC), over the passing of his mother, Hajiya Fasuma Illiya.
Leading a delegation to Damaturu, the Yobe State capital, Dr. Kadafur sympathized with Dr. Illiya’s family and the people of Yobe State, acknowledging the profound loss of the late Hajiya Fasuma, who passed away after a protracted illness.
During the visit, the Deputy Governor prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul and encouraged the bereaved family to find strength in this difficult time. He emphasized that the visit reflects a commitment to solidarity, respect, and support in moments of grief.
Dr. Kadafur was accompanied by his Deputy Chief of Staff, Alhaji Haruna Tela; Principal Secretary, Mohammed Adamu; Senior Special Assistants Hon. Habu Ibrahim and Shuaibu Baba Adamu; as well as Ibrahim Halil Jibrin, Alhaji Birma, and other dignitaries.
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