Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has approved a substantial increase in rural allowances for health workers as part of efforts to address the shortage of medical personnel in remote communities across the state. The Governor announced the decision after inspecting several government projects in the northern axis of Borno. The inspection covered Government Secondary School, Gubio; two general hospitals; and ongoing housing developments in Gubio and Magumeri Local Government Areas. Under the new arrangement, medical doctors posted to rural areas under the State Hospital Management Board will receive a rural allowance equivalent to their full basic salary, representing a 100…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening strategic, bilateral trade and economic partnership with China, reflecting positively on the progress recorded in relations between both countries throughout 2025. The reaffirmation followed the elevation of Nigeria–China relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, agreed by President Bola Tinubu and President Xi Jinping during the Nigerian leader’s state visit to China in September 2024. Since then, engagements between both countries have intensified across political, economic and technical levels, further consolidating a relationship built on mutual respect, development cooperation and shared interests. Over the past year, cooperation expanded in key priority areas such as…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has inaugurated a newly built 48-classroom High Islamic College in Gubio Local Government Area, marking another step in the state’s drive to reform and strengthen the education sector. The college, designed to combine Western education with the traditional sangaya (Qur’anic) learning system, is part of the governor’s broader policy to deliver an integrated and inclusive education model. The institution will operate a hybrid curriculum that blends Islamic studies with modern academic subjects and vocational training. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony on Tuesday, Zulum said the initiative was aimed at preserving the rich heritage of Islamic…
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has ordered the closure of the Sunseed Oil processing plant in Zaria, Kaduna State, following findings of severe air pollution linked to the facility’s operations. NESREA said the action was taken after investigations confirmed that the plant was emitting harmful pollutants into the atmosphere in breach of the National Environmental (Air Quality Control) Regulations. The regulations require industries to install effective pollution control systems and adopt cleaner production methods to minimize environmental and health risks. A statement by the agency’s spokesperson, Nwamaka Ejiofor on Tuesday, 30 December, 2025, said the level…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commended residents of the state for their unwavering support of his administration, reaffirming that his focus in the new year remains the building of a prosperous, inclusive, and economically diversified Ogun State, anchored on strategic infrastructure and human capital development. The Governor made this known in his 2026 New Year broadcast on Thursday, describing Ogun State not merely as a geographical entity but as a community united by shared purpose, mutual support, and a collective desire for progress. According to him, the New Year presents another opportunity to strengthen collective resolve, deepen collaboration…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Wednesday, 31 December, 2025, signed the ₦1.669 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, marking another milestone in the state’s fiscal planning and development drive. The Governor had earlier, on December 3, 2025, presented the Appropriation Bill—tagged the “Budget of Sustainable Legacy”—to the Ogun State House of Assembly for consideration and approval. The signing ceremony, which took place at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, was witnessed by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, principal officers and members of the Assembly, as well as members of the State Executive Council. Speaking after…
The Lagos and Ogun State governments have announced the discharge of Anthony Joshua from hospital following the tragic road accident that claimed the lives of two young men, Lateef Ayodele and Gami Cina, on Monday, December 29, 2025. In a joint statement, the two state governments once again commiserated with the families of the deceased, describing the incident as painful and deeply unfortunate. They prayed that Almighty God would grant the souls of the departed eternal rest and give their families and loved ones the strength to bear the irreparable loss. The statement disclosed that Anthony Joshua and his mother…
The Senator representing Nasarawa North Senatorial District, Senator Godiya Akwashiki is dead, reports thegazellenews.com Thegazellenews.com reports further that Senator Akwashiki was elected to the Senate on the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). He was aged 52. A family source confirmed to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that Akwashiki died on Wednesday, 31 December, 2025, while receiving treatment in an Indian hospital. The source described his death as a significant loss, noting Akwashiki’s dedication to the development of his senatorial district and his numerous empowerment initiatives. “Senator Akwashiki was the best Senator Nasarawa North has ever produced due to…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, arraigned Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, Balarabe Abdullahi Ilelah, Aminu Mohammed Bose and Kabiru Yahaya Mohammed before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja. They were arraigned on a ten-count charge bordering on conspiracy, conversion of public funds and alleged terrorism financing contrary to Section 2(1) and Section 19(1) (d) and punishable under Section 19(2)(b) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.” Prosecution Counsel, Samuel Chime informed the court that the matter was for arraignment, praying that the charge be read to…
The Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda, demonstrated his unwavering commitment to service and development by working till the last day of the year, reports thegazellenews.com. The Ikeja LG Chairman was at Onipetesi area of the council on the last day of the year, Wednesday, 31 December, 2025, to inspect the ongoing construction of the link bridge connecting the Onilekere and Onipetesi communities. The inspection underscores the Chairman’s resolve to ensure that key infrastructure projects promised to the people of Ikeja are delivered as scheduled and to the highest standard. It will be recalled that during the…