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Zulum and the quest for good leadership
Zulum and the quest for good leadership
By Gimbiya William
Since the emergence of Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum as a governor of Borno state, things had turned out differently from the way he displayed a zealous leadership style in transforming the lives of masses of Borno state, as well as restructuring the deadly communities which were ruined from the results of Boko Haram terrorism for over a decade. He came with unfamiliar efforts in today’s democracy, which led him to accomplish several projects and change the poor lives of those refugees who fled from their origin due to insecurity measures across the state.
Indisputably, Zulum’s act of serving humanity is determined as part of an objective in running a good leadership and thereby rebuilding the state in another formation. Governor Zulum had struggled to change the security strategy of the state, he works with Nigerian Forces for resolving the lingering issues of terrorism that deviated Borno state from attaining proper development. He, in his unwavering efforts, provided sustainable development and embraced welfare to the people of local areas to have access to easier living and empowered them to learn self-reliance skills for easily alleviating poverty, which was the background cause of insecurity in Borno state.
Cantankerously, the quest for good leadership also touches the most needed part of Borno state, which was the transformation of education. Undoubtedly, Governor Zulum stands upon giving better education to the people of Borno state, he began by rebuilding public schools under basic and higher standards, and he also introduced the newly-built mega schools with modern facilities of learning for the indigenous students of Borno state and also maintain a constant payment of scholarship for students in higher levels, which bring about ease in handling their academic issues. The academic tutors undergo rigorous examination and others failed to reach minimum requirements and such results in suspending teachers from different levels, this is considered a factor is shown by Governor Zulum to avoid the inclusion of quack workers in the field of education. Governor Zulum also proved the quest for goodness in leadership just in a single term of office, likewise, the narrations in the educational system of Borno state have witnessed a critical change which may transform the outcomes in the nearest future.
Undoubtedly, Zulum’s concern for Infrastructural development made the world believe in his desire to establish an exempt leadership in the history of the Borno state. It was known that the state faces a cruel crisis of terrorism and some areas were destroyed as masses fled to survive in other places. After the coming of Governor Zulum, he started to implement projects of house-to-house rehabilitation after the recovery of peace in those areas. Thousands of people have relocated to their origins and that was among the typical plans of Governor Zulum to avert the rise of creating refugee spaces around Maiduguri or any other places and to send those victims back home. Good leadership requires actions not words, and from the loss of words from Governor Zulum, his actions appeared loudly and the people of Borno state commended him over his quest for good leadership.
In every tactical designation to create a selfless government, looking after the authorities and financial services to tackle the act of corruption, which mostly affects the economic impact of government. Governor Zulum’s frequent supervision of workers and contractors for any given responsibility by the state government has empowered the growth hope of good leadership around the state. He, in addition, usually paid an unscheduled visit to public working places for scrutinizing the places and how workers handle their duties.
Zulum, in addition, raises an alarm to workers with poor discharging of duties across the state as many of them face a trial of suspension and project contractors were also not left behind as he attends the places to witness by himself and say a remark or take an action regarding any mishandling of works, it is, therefore, incumbent upon those charged with the responsibility of bringing about the much-needed development in the society to emulate the good leadership style of Governor Zulum for the betterment of all and sundry.
***Gimbiya William, Department of Mass Communication, University of Maiduguri
Zulum strengthens vocational education to address industry gap
… To introduce TVET for Almajiri pupils
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has directed a comprehensive strategy that will enhance vocational education across the three senatorial zones in the state.
Zulum announced the directive on Monday when he received the report on repositioning technical and vocational education in Borno at the council chamber.
According to the Governor, the strategic plan is designed to empower the youth, equipping them with the necessary skills to meet the demands of various industries and stimulate economic growth.
Zulum emphasised that educational facilities and vocational institutions should tailor their programs to address the deepening mismatch between them and the various industries.
“The mismatch between our graduates and the labour market is deep, and if we want to address that, we should ensure that a robust technical and vocational education is established,” Zulum said.
“We have achieved a lot in providing vocational skills to our youth; however, along the way, we felt that we are still not doing enough for this. We decided to constitute this committee to reposition the technical and vocational education in Borno State.
Speaking earlier Presenting the Chairman of the Committee, Alhaji Goni Ibrahim, noted that the review was conducted through site visits, stakeholder consultations, and comparative studies.
… To introduce TVET for Almajiri pupils
Meanwhile, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has instructed the Ministry of Education to consider introducing technical and vocational education in Sangaya Schools.
The Governor said, “I am happy to note that the Executive Secretary of the Sangaya Education Board is here. I have instructed the Commissioner of Education to liaise with you to consider introducing technical and vocational education in our Sangaya schools.”
Zulum also commended the leadership of the Commissioner of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, Engr Lawan Abba Wakilbe, stating, “I want to commend the leadership of the commissioner of Education, for all the good works that he has been doing.”
Zulum strengthens vocational education to address industry gap
Gunmen kill man in attempted abduction in Kwara mosque
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have killed a 45-year-old man, Alhaji Dahiru, during an attempted abduction in a mosque in Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on Aug. 30 at about 8:30 p.m. during Ishai prayer.
They said about seven armed men stormed the mosque and attempted to abduct Dahiru, who resisted. He was shot dead instantly before the attackers fled on motorcycles.
According to residents, two empty shells of AK-47 ammunition were recovered at the scene after the incident.
Family members of the deceased have since appealed for the release of the corpse for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.
Authorities said efforts were ongoing to track down the perpetrators and secure the area against further attacks.
Gunmen kill man in attempted abduction in Kwara mosque
DSS arrests two over fake recruitment scam in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
The Department of State Services (DSS) says it has arrested two suspects in Kaduna over an alleged fraudulent recruitment syndicate operating in the name of the Service.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects, identified as Aliyu Ibrahim and one other accomplice, were apprehended following credible intelligence that exposed their network.
According to sources, preliminary investigations revealed that between 250 and 350 individuals may have fallen victim to the scam, after being promised employment in the Service.
“The suspects are currently in custody while efforts are underway to arrest other members of the syndicate still at large,” the statement said.
The Service warned members of the public to be wary of fake recruitment offers, stressing that it does not conduct recruitment through agents or intermediaries.
“All DSS recruitment exercises are announced exclusively through official and authorised communication channels,” the sources said.
The Service further advised Nigerians to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest security agency.
The sources said the arrest came amid rising cases of job racketeering across the country, assuring that it would continue to protect citizens and ensure that perpetrators of such fraud were brought to justice.
DSS arrests two over fake recruitment scam in Kaduna
Zulum strengthens vocational education to address industry gap
Gunmen kill man in attempted abduction in Kwara mosque
DSS arrests two over fake recruitment scam in Kaduna
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