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Yobe State, a growing hub of science and research – Group
Yobe State, a growing hub of science and research – Group
By: Yahaya Wakili
A group of international scientists from renowned institutions on a summer school training visit to Yobe State have described the state as a growing hub of science and research, not only in Nigeria but also in Africa.
The scholars who came from the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, South Africa, Algeria, Senegal, and Ghana for the summer school training commended Governor Mai Mala Buni CON for establishing and supporting the Biomedical Training and Research Center at the state university in Damaturu.
Dr. Mahmoud Bukar Maina, Director of the Research Center, said, “This is the third summer school training since the establishment of the center, with accomplished scholars in attendance.
“We had three workshops on artificial intelligence, malaria research, and brain disease research with 450 medical doctors, scientists, researchers, and academicians from across Africa in attendance and trained by seasoned professors.
In their separate goodwill messages, Professor Sharon USA, Amadi South Africa, Sadiq ABU Zaria, and Yaw Ghana said Yobe State will soon be a science and research tourism site because of the political will of Governor Buni in promoting science and research.
“I am assuring you that soon people will be coming to Yobe State from all over the world because Your Excellency the Governor has practically demonstrated science and neurodiplomacy that would attract scientists and researchers to your state” Prof. Amadi said.
The Vice Chancellor of Yobe State University, Professor Mala Daura, expressed appreciation to the governor for the continuous support towards making the university a center of excellence.
Governor Buni assured the continuous support of the government for the center to become a center of excellence in research and training.
“Last year I was at some renowned research institutes, including the Crick Research Institute, York University, the London School of Hygiene, and the University College London in the United Kingdom, for partnerships in research and training, especially on kidney disease affecting some parts of the state.
“As your team is scheduled to visit Gashua, one of the most affected areas, I urge you to deepen your research on the cause of the disease in the area” Buni urged the scentists.
Yobe State, a growing hub of science and research – Group
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
An operative attached to a security unit in Niger State has died following an accidental discharge of a rifle at his duty post in Shiroro Local Government Area.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 10:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the operative, identified as Abubakar Iliya, 35, who was attached to a special hunters unit stationed at Galadiman-Kogo, reportedly fell from a sentry post.
During the fall, his cocked rifle disengaged and discharged, striking him in the abdomen and causing fatal injuries.
His remains were later evacuated by his unit for burial in accordance with customary rites.
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A canoe conveying seven passengers capsized while in transit between Jata and Kami Village in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, leaving several persons missing.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 7:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the canoe, carrying six females and one male passenger, overturned during the journey.
The passengers were identified as Mustapher Yakubu; Sahura Yakubu and her child; Zarifa Yakubu; Mommy Yakubu; Lizatu Yakubu; Zaratu Yusuf; and Sumaiya Ibrahim, all from Jata/Bmagara via Kami Village.
Rescue teams, including police and local divers, were immediately mobilised to the scene. The boat driver and his conductor were rescued alive, while search efforts are ongoing to locate the remaining passengers.
Authorities said further updates would be provided as rescue operations continue.
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have killed two people and razed homes during an attack on Konkoso Village in Niger State, security sources said.
According to sources, the incident occurred at about 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 17 when a large group of bandits invaded the village, shot two residents whose identities are yet to be confirmed, and set several houses on fire.
The attackers also looted shops and carted away food items before leaving Konkoso Village and moving toward Pissa Village in Pissa District.
Authorities said efforts are ongoing to track the bandits and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
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