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Zulum begins 100 houses, inspects 2 other projects in Hawul

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Zulum begins 100 houses, inspects 2 other projects in Hawul

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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.

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NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community

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NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community

By Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Army has commenced pre-event activities for its Combat Arms Training (CAT) Week 2026 with a free medical outreach for residents of Birnin Yaro community in Kaduna State.

Security sources said the outreach, which held on May 2, was flagged off by the Chief of Integrated Combat Arms, Maj.-Gen. G.M. Mutkut, as part of preparations for the CAT Week scheduled to take place at Jaji Military Cantonment from May 4 to May 8, 2026.

The sources disclosed that the programme provided free medical consultations and treatment for members of the host community, as well as personnel and their family members.

According to the sources, the initiative was designed to strengthen civil-military relations while improving access to basic healthcare services for underserved communities.

They added that senior officers, including the Principal Staff Officer from Headquarters Infantry Corps Centre and members of the Central Organising Committee for the CAT Week, were in attendance.

The sources noted that the event was conducted peacefully and without any incident.

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Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms

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Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected terrorists during a patrol operation in Ngamdu town, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.

Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 5:35 p.m. on May 2 by troops of 154 Battalion while on routine patrol within the area.

The sources disclosed that the suspects were intercepted and arrested during the patrol.

According to the sources, items recovered from them include one mobile phone, one keypad phone, a power bank, charms and other sundry items.

They added that the suspects are currently in military custody for further interrogation and investigation.

The sources noted that further action will be taken after profiling, while patrols in the area have been intensified to maintain security dominance.

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Four Killed, Three Injured in Attack on Illegal Mining Site in Plateau

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Four Killed, Three Injured in Attack on Illegal Mining Site in Plateau

By Zagazola Makama

Four persons have been killed and three others injured following an attack by unknown gunmen at an illegal mining site in Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 1:30 p.m. on May 2 at Mazat mining site, where the victims were reportedly engaged in unauthorised mining activities.

The sources disclosed that the assailants opened fire on the victims, killing four on the spot while three others sustained varying degrees of gunshot injuries.

According to the sources, the injured victims—two females and one male—were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention and are currently receiving treatment.

They added that the corpses of the deceased have been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy.

The sources further noted that security operatives were mobilised to the scene, while additional deployments have been made to track down the perpetrators.

They reiterated that night mining activities remain prohibited in the state, stressing that investigations into the incident are ongoing.

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