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Zulum approves sponsorship for 60 Borno indigenes to study leather technology at NILEST
Zulum approves sponsorship for 60 Borno indigenes to study leather technology at NILEST
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the sponsorship of 60 indigenes of the state to pursue Diploma courses in leather-related fields at the National Institute of Leather Science and Technology (NILEST) in Zaria, Kaduna State.
The Governor’s decision follows a recent courtesy visit by the Director General of NILEST, Dr. Auwal Mustapha at the GovernmentHouse. During the visit, Governor Zulum directed the immediate dispatch of 60 students to the Institute to study leather technology, footwear design, and innovation.
Speaking shortly before the students’ departure, Executive Secretary of the Borno State Scholarship Board, Dr. Bala Isa announced that the students were selected from all 27 local government areas of the state. Dr. Isa also highlighted the scholarship package, which includes the payment of school fees for two years, as well as a monthly stipend of N30,000 to support the students during their studies.
“Governor Babagana Zulum has graciously approved that, throughout the duration of your studies, you will receive a monthly stipend of N30,000 for the next two years to assist you in your academic pursuits,” Dr. Isa said.
The Executive Secretary emphasised that the sponsorship is part of Governor Zulum’s broader commitment to empowering the youth of the state, ensuring they become self-reliant through vocational and technical education. He urged the students to make the most of this rare opportunity, remain focused on their studies, and serve as excellent ambassadors for the state.
Dr. Isa also commended the North East Regional Manager of NILEST for his relentless efforts in facilitating the participation of Borno indigenes in the programme.
In his remarks, the Regional Manager of NILEST, Dr. Busuguma expressed appreciation to Governor Zulum for his bold step in sponsoring the 60 students to study leather technology. He acknowledged the Governor’s continued dedication to the development of various sectors in the state.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank Governor Babagana Umara Zulum for his unwavering commitment to the advancement of education in Borno State,” Dr. Busuguma said. “This initiative is part of his ongoing efforts to invest in the future of our youth across various fields of study.”
He emphasized that due to the strong relationship between Governor Zulum and NILEST, students’ admission letters had been immediately dispatched, enabling them to commence their studies while the formal registration process is completed
The regional manager also extended his gratitude to Dr. Bala Isa for his support and tireless work in ensuring that the students embark on this educational pursuit.
Responding on behalf of the students, Mohammed Yahaya, from Bama Local Government, promised to put in their best to make the state proud.
Zulum approves sponsorship for 60 Borno indigenes to study leather technology at NILEST
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Cattle Rustlers in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 212 Battalion deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Tuba have arrested three suspected cattle rustlers during an operation in Karnuwa general area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation followed intelligence provided by a local resident, Malam Muhammadu Ardo, concerning alleged cattle rustling activities within the area.
The troops reportedly mobilised to Karnuwa at about 12:30 p.m. on May 4, 2026, where they apprehended the suspects identified as Mallam Mohammad Abatcha, 28; Mallam Mamman Bukar, 18; and Malam Modu Hassan, 30.
According to the sources, the suspects were intercepted while using a pickup vehicle with registration number WW 806 GZ Delta, allegedly employed in transporting stolen cattle.
The rustled cattle were recovered and immediately handed over to their rightful owners at the scene of the arrest.
Items recovered from the suspects included a bow and arrow, three mobile phones, five national identity cards and the sum of N20,650.
Preliminary investigation reportedly revealed that the suspects admitted to repeatedly stealing and selling rustled cattle to buyers in Maiduguri.
Security sources further disclosed that investigators suspect possible links between the suspects and members of the Islamic State West Africa Province or Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad due to alleged inconsistencies observed in their statements during interrogation.
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Cattle Rustlers in Borno
Troops Discover Illegal Refinery Site, Recover 600 Litres of Stolen Crude in Rivers
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 29 Battalion operating under the Joint Task Force South-South, Operation Delta Safe (OPDS), have uncovered an illegal refining site and recovered about 600 litres of suspected stolen crude oil in Oyigbo Local Government Area of Rivers State.
Security sources said the discovery was made at about 10:00 a.m. on May 12, 2026, during ongoing anti-illegal bunkering operations in the Niger Delta region.
The troops reportedly discovered the illegal refining site around Asa community, where a large cooking pot loaded with stolen crude oil was found stockpiled in sacks.
Military authorities said the recovered products and equipment were handled in accordance with operational directives guiding anti-crude oil theft operations under Operation Delta Safe.
The operation was conducted without any confrontation or security incident.
The Nigerian military has continued to intensify operations against crude oil theft, illegal refining and other forms of economic sabotage across the Niger Delta region.
Troops Discover Illegal Refinery Site, Recover 600 Litres of Stolen Crude in Rivers
Troops, NDLEA Raid Drug Hideout in Katsina, Arrest Suspected Supplier to Terrorists
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Malumfashi at Kafur, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, have raided a suspected drug peddlers’ hideout in Kafur Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 12:30 p.m. on May 12, 2026, at Huguma village following intelligence on illicit drug activities within the area.
During the raid, troops apprehended one suspect identified as a major supplier of illicit drugs and other substances to terrorists and criminal elements operating within Kafur Local Government Area and surrounding communities.
Items recovered during the operation included 146 grams of suspected cannabis and 16.5 grams of a substance identified as Exol-5.
The suspect and the recovered drugs have since been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for further investigation and necessary legal action.
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