President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Maiduguri at 3:15 p.m. on Monday afternoon to offer his condolences and support to the government and residents affected by the Alau Dam flood disaster. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: Stop Hiding Behind Opposition—APC Urges Zamfara Govt Delta Child Rights Amendment Bill … Read more
Nigeria’s trajectory took an unprecedented turn with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold declaration shortly after his May 29, 2023, inauguration that the fuel subsidy was to be abolished. Even as the inauguration festivities at Abuja’s Eagle Square drew to a close, the reverberations of this statement were felt across the nation’s fuel stations. Oil marketers … Read more
The governor said all IDP camps will be closed before the expiration of his tenure urging the Federal Government to initiate a medium and long sustainable framework to curb the over dependence on humanitarian support by the IDPs He also urged the returnees to make good use of the assistance and support the government resettlement … Read more
Those killed were said to be youths trapped in an ambush by the insurgents around Mudu village – some 45 kilometres away from Rann… The assailants reportedly arrived at Mudu on motorcycles and attacked locals said to be farmers with guns and machetes EDITOR’S PICK Again, EFCC Storms Okorocha’s Residence To Arrest Him [PHOTOS] EFCC … Read more
Zulum noted that individual aspirations must be in consonance with APC’s survival… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has said President Muhammadu Buhari would decide the next All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate. Zulum explained that Buhari would decide APC’s presidential candidate because he is the leader of the ruling … Read more
…there is no need to join issues with a factional opposition party claimed to be PDP leaders… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Borno State has alleged that most projects executed by the current administration of Governor Babagana Zulum are substandard. The party particularly pointed out that the much talked … Read more
He urged the military to wake up and ensure adequate patrols EKO HOT BLOG reports that Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, on Saturday visited persons affected by a rocket attack carried out by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Maiduguri. The army had earlier said there was no need to panic as it had the situation under … Read more
Zulum said the mass surrender of insurgents is a “God-sent” opportunity that can at least reduce the ranks of violent criminals EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has ruled out the prosecution of repentant insurgents. While presenting the 2022 budget at the State Assembly, Zulum said insurgents will not be … Read more
He also said job offers meant for the natives of Shani were sold by fraudulent officials at N250,000 each… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has stated that an employee verification exercise uncovered names of babies in the payroll of Shani Local Government Area. The monthly salaries and allowances paid … Read more
He said the decision was informed by the recent improvement in the security situation in the state… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Borno State Government has announced plans to shut down all Internally Displaced Persons’ (IDPs) camps within the Maiduguri metropolis by December 31. Governor Babagana Zulum disclosed this while addressing State House correspondents … Read more
Borno State Government is to expend over N2 billion in the construction of a modern motor park in Maiduguri metropolis, in fulfillment of a campaign promise, Governor Babagana Zulum has announced. He made this known on Monday, in Maiduguri, at the foundation laying ceremony of the park located along Bama road. Mr Zulum said the … Read more
No fewer than 10 persons including four security personnel, were reportedly killed on Saturday, boxing day by the Boko Haram terrorist group in Borno state. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the incident happens in Shaffa, Azare and Tashan Alade villages in Hawul local government area of Borno. The Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum had on … Read more
Former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Senator Shehu Sani has taken a swipe at Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, for defending the perceived inadequacies of the Federal Government for political gain. The former lawmaker was reacting to Governor Zulum’s recent defense of President Muhammadu Buhari’s efforts in tackling the increasing tide of insecurity in the country. … Read more
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum on Monday said President Muhammadu Buhari performance in handling security challenges in the North-East has been excellent. He said this while addressing the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) elders in Maiduguri. The delegation was led by the head of ACF board of trustees, Shehu Malami and the chairman, Audu Ogbeh. The … Read more
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum said many residents have died for giving intelligence about the Boko Haram terrorists group to the military. The Governor said this in reaction to the claims that the people of the State were not cooperating or giving intelligence to the military. Isa Gusau, spokesman to the governor disclosed this in … Read more
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Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum on Sunday morning led residents at Zabarmari for the burial of 43 farmers killed by Boko Haram terrorists. The farmers were slaughtered on Saturday morning around Marrabati and Hammayya villages, near Zabarmari in Jere Local Government Area. The farmers were said to be waylaid on their way to their … Read more
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno has donated four cows to corps members serving in the state to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir festival. Handing over the cows to representatives of the corps members on Saturday in Maiduguri, Zulum said that the gesture was to ensure that those who did not travel home for sallah also had something … Read more
– An explosion in Borno has killed father, son and three others – The Commissioner of Police in the state confirmed this report – He said that the attack was carried out by insurgents At least five people have been killed in triple explosions that rocked Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The explosions occurred on … Read more