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Zulum’s Aide Bundi Wins National Digital Communication Award
Zulum’s Aide Bundi Wins National Digital Communication Award
By: Michael Mike
Senior Technical Assistant on Print and Digital Communications to Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, Abdurrahman Ahmed Bundi, has emerged winner of the Digital Communication category at the 2026 National Spokesperson Awards (NSAwards), earning national recognition for his contributions to government communication and digital media engagement.
Bundi received notification of the award in a letter dated July 13 while overseeing the editorial production of Governor Zulum’s flagship publication, The 7th Verdict.
The organisers said Bundi emerged victorious after a highly competitive selection process described as one of the toughest since the awards were established.
According to the award organisers, 171 nominations were received across all categories. Following an initial screening, 91 entries met the required benchmarks for clarity of objectives, measurable impact and verifiable evidence, including media coverage, digital visibility and documented communication outcomes. A second round of evaluation narrowed the field to 42 finalists across 16 award categories.
The seven-member jury, chaired by Professor Saudat Salah Abdulbaqi, assessed finalists based on four key parameters—impact, innovation and originality, audience reach, and the quality of supporting evidence. Bundi beat other finalists, including UNILORIN TV, to claim the Digital Communication Award.
The National Spokesperson Awards, organised annually by Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), publishers of PRNigeria, Economic Confidential and Spokespersons Digest, is regarded as Nigeria’s leading platform for recognising excellence in public communication, media relations, reputation management and strategic stakeholder engagement across government, corporate and non-profit sectors.
Bundi’s latest recognition adds to a growing list of honours earned by Governor Zulum’s media team. He was appointed Senior Technical Assistant on Print and Digital Communications in January 2025 after serving as Special Assistant on New Media between 2019 and 2023 and Senior Special Assistant on New Media from 2023 until his elevation.
He had also previously received awards on behalf of the Borno State Governor’s Media Team, including recognition at the 2023 Spokespersons’ Communication Awards.
The latest honour is expected to further strengthen Borno State’s reputation for leveraging digital platforms to communicate government policies, humanitarian interventions, reconstruction efforts and development programmes under Governor Zulum’s administration, which has consistently maintained a strong presence across traditional and digital media.
Zulum’s Aide Bundi Wins National Digital Communication Award
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Seven Victims in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 6 of Operation SAFE HAVEN, under Operation PEACE (OPEP), have foiled a kidnap attempt and rescued seven victims following a swift response to suspected kidnapping activities in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on July 13 when troops responded to reports of suspected kidnappers operating in Sopp Village.
The sources said the troops made contact with the suspected terrorists, triggering a gun battle that forced the criminals to abandon the seven kidnapped victims and flee into the surrounding bush.
The rescued victims were secured by the troops, while efforts are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects.
The operation forms part of sustained efforts by Operation Enduring Peace to curb kidnapping and other criminal activities across Plateau State and its environs.
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Seven Victims in Plateau
Troops Neutralise Two Terrorists in Kebbi
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Tudun Bichi have neutralised two suspected terrorists during a fierce gun battle in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded to reports of terrorist activities at Mokurata Village at about 11:20 a.m. on July 13.
The sources said the troops made contact with the terrorists, leading to a firefight in which two of the suspects were neutralised.
During the operation, troops recovered one motorcycle and a Baofeng handheld radio believed to have been used by the terrorists.
However, one soldier who was armed with a PKT machine gun and an AK-47 rifle was reported missing in action (MIA) during the engagement.
The sources disclosed that efforts have also been intensified to track down the fleeing terrorists.
The operation is part of sustained military offensives aimed at denying terrorists freedom of movement across the North-West.
Troops Neutralise Two Terrorists in Kebbi
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Drug Peddlers, Recover Cannabis, Tramadol in Sokoto
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, Forward Operating Base (FOB) Goronyo have arrested two suspected drug peddlers and recovered illicit substances and other items during an operation in Sokoto State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended at about 6:25 a.m. on July 13 in Achida area.
The sources said troops recovered cannabis, a pack of tramadol tablets, a jackknife, one motorcycle and two mobile phones from the suspects during the operation.
The suspects and the recovered exhibits were subsequently handed over to the Nigeria Police for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The arrest forms part of ongoing efforts by security forces to combat drug trafficking and other criminal activities, particularly those linked to the financing and sustenance of armed groups in the North-West.
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Drug Peddlers, Recover Cannabis, Tramadol in Sokoto
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