Borno State Government Launches Massive Ramadan Iftar Program, Reaching 46,000 Daily

By: Our Reporter

The Borno State Government has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the welfare of its citizens during Ramadan by launching a comprehensive Iftar program, providing daily meals to 46,000 less privileged individuals across Maiduguri and surrounding areas.

Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s initiative, officially launched on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Maiduguri, establishes 230 feeding centres, ensuring vital support for vulnerable communities throughout the holy month.

“This program reflects Governor Zulum’s deep compassion and dedication to alleviating hardship during Ramadan,” stated Alhaji Hassan Abdallah Hassan, Ministerial Secretary of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, and also permanent secretary designate during the launch ceremony.

“It is our honour to facilitate this initiative, which will provide sustenance and support to 46,000 individuals daily.”

The program strategically covers 22 wards in the Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC), Jere, and parts of the Mafa Local Government Area, leveraging the expertise of 110 Bulamas to oversee community distribution.

Dedicated staff from the Ministry will ensure the smooth operation of the feeding centres, overseeing food preparation and distribution.

Alhaji Mohammed Lawan Abubakar, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, representing the Honourable Commissioner ministry of religious affairs Alhaji Babagana Malarima, emphasised Governor Zulum’s leadership and commitment to the people of Borno State.

“Governor Zulum’s continuous efforts to support his people are truly commendable,” he said.

“This Ramadan Iftar program is a testament to his dedication to providing vital assistance to those in need. He is a performing governor in the history of the state.”

The government’s proactive approach underscores its commitment to fostering a sense of community and solidarity during Ramadan.

He also urged all involved in the program to work diligently to ensure its success and maximise its impact.

The launch event, attended by key ministry officials, including Director of Finance Ali Umar (Arrow) and Director of Religious Affairs Umar Ali, concluded with the distribution of food materials to community representatives, marking the official commencement of the program.

Borno State Government Launches Massive Ramadan Iftar Program, Reaching 46,000 Daily

ISWAP Terrorists on 10 motorcycles Return to Recover Bodies of Fallen Comrades killed by troops in Yobe

By: Zagazola Makama

ISWAP terrorists, riding on over 10 motorcycles, have returned to the site of the encounter with the troops of Operation Hadin Kai escorting the convoy of Governor Babagana Zulum between Buni Gari and Gujba town in Yobe State.

The terrorists are believed to be retrieving the bodies of their fallen comrades who were neutralized by security forces during the initial attack.

“They are picking their dead bodies. They came on ten motorcycles. Probably planing to bury them,”he said.

Governor Zulum’s security escort, comprising troops of Operation Hadin Kai, the Police Crack Team, and other security personnel, had successfully repelled the terrorists ambush, killing several insurgents and rescuing kidnapped passengers.

ISWAP Terrorists on 10 motorcycles Return to Recover Bodies of Fallen Comrades killed by troops in Yobe

Zulum begins 100 houses, inspects 2 other projects in Hawul

By: Our Reporter

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, launched the construction of 100 houses in Azare, the headquarters of Hawul local government area on Wednesday.

The project, which is part of the 600 housing scheme for teachers in 5 LGAs flagged off on Tuesday, is aimed at reducing the housing deficit faced by teachers accross the state.

During his visit to Hawul, Governor Zulum also inspected two other ongoing projects, including the permanent site for the newly established National Orthopedic Hospital, Azare, which was donated to the federal government by Borno State government, and the construction site for the new General Hospital in Shafa.

Zulum expressed satisfaction with the support from the Azare community for the project, stating that it indicates that sustainability will be ensured.

“This is a very good brief we received from the engineer. He summarises everything. The most important takeaway from him is that the community is supporting the project. With this commitment and support, I am sure there will be a very good mechanism for sustaining the management of the hospital,” Zulum said.

The governor assured that the reconstruction work would be completed soon, and the hospital would be officially handed over to the federal government for its take-off. He said, “On my part as the governor of Borno State, I will continue to do my best to ensure this project has come to fruition. Now that the CMD has been appointed, I will meet with the CMD tomorrow And discuss the way forward, most importantly.”

“I will see the minister for health and then discuss their budgets. As regards the take-off of this hospital, Insha Allah, we shall do everything possible to ensure that it takes off within the next two or three months”, the governor reiterated.

Governor Zulum was accompanied by the APC Chairman, Bello Ayuba; the senator representing Southern Borno, Mohammed Ali Ndume; former Deputy Governor, Usman Mamman Durkwa; the Deputy Speaker of Borno State House of Assembly, Engr Abdullahi Askira; member of the House of Assembly representing Hawul, Hon Mohammed Ibrahim Kwajafa; the Acting Chief of Staff, Dr Babagana Mustapha Mallumbe, and the Head of Service, Dr Muhammad Aminu Ghuluze, among many senior government officials and party members.

Zulum begins 100 houses, inspects 2 other projects in Hawul