Tag: #Zulum
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APC SETTLES FOR GUBIO AS BORNO CONSENSUS GOVERNORSHIP CANDIDATE
Maiduguri, May 1, 2026 — The APC in Borno has adopted Mustafa Gubio as its consensus governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 elections. Governor Babagana Zulum presented Gubio to Vice President Kashim Shettima in Abuja, saying the decision followed wide consultations and reflects party unity in the state. Zulum also credited President Bola Tinubu for…
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ZULUM BACKS GUBIO FOR 2027, SAYS ‘HE’LL CONTINUE THE WORK’
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has thrown his weight behind Engr Mustapha Gubio as his preferred successor ahead of the 2027 governorship race. Speaking in Abuja while presenting Gubio with nomination forms of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Zulum said the choice is about continuity and preserving gains made under his administration. According to him,…
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REMI TINUBU FLAGS OFF PROJECTS, FOOD PROGRAMME IN BORNO
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has commissioned key projects in Maiduguri, including modern nursing quarters and two mega primary schools built by Gov. Babagana Zulum. The new quarters—eight fully furnished blocks—aim to improve living conditions for healthcare workers, while the schools come with ICT centres, solar power, and sports facilities to upgrade learning. She also…
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ZULUM DEFENDS JILLI AIRSTRIKE, WARNS AGAINST AIDING INSURGENTS
In Borno’s fight against insurgency, the message is clear: no safe havens — and no sympathy for collaborators. Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has defended the recent airstrike on Jilli community, insisting it targeted a known insurgent hub — not innocent civilians. The operation, carried out by troops under Operation Hadin Kai, hit what security…
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ZULUM DISSOLVES BORNO STATE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL AHEAD OF ELECTIONS
Borno Governor clears the path for political ambitions as he dissolves the state’s executive council. Gov. Babagana Zulum has approved the immediate dissolution of Borno State’s Executive Council. The move, disclosed by Secretary to the State Government Bukar Tijani, is to allow commissioners who wish to contest in upcoming elections to pursue their political ambitions…
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ZULUM PROMISES TO CRUSH INSECURITY AS HE MARKS EID WITH BORNO RESIDENTS
Amid renewed attacks, Borno’s governor sends a strong message—security will be intensified as residents celebrate Eid-el-Fitr. Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has поздравulated Muslims on Eid-el-Fitr while reaffirming his administration’s determination to end insecurity in the state. In his message, Zulum urged residents to carry forward the values of Ramadan—faith, charity, and unity—towards rebuilding a…
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END NEAR FOR TERROR GROUPS IN LAKE CHAD — MNJTF BOSS
The Commander of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), Maj.-Gen. Saidu Audu, has assured the Borno State Government that Boko Haram and other armed groups operating around the Lake Chad region are nearing defeat. Audu gave the assurance during a courtesy visit to Governor Babagana Zulum in Maiduguri, describing the fight against insurgents as focused,…
