Tag: Borno State
How vigilantes assisted troops to kill over 100 ISWAP terrorists in Borno
According to reports on Sunday, over 100 terrorists and their commanders were killed in the series of intelligence-led joint military…
25, 000 PVCs ready for collection in Borno
INEC however, regretted that the collection of the PVCs in Borno State was low as, so far, only 7,000 people…
Zulum: No more ‘space’ for repentant Boko Haram members
The Federal Government had constituted a similar committee on the repatriation of victims of insurgency taking refuge in neighbouring countries.
Terrorists kill 55 scrap metal collectors in Borno
No fewer than 55 scrap metal collectors lost their lives in a series of attacks coordinated by Boko Haram insurgents…
Zulum doles out N100m to 152 youths for renouncing thuggery
According to him, the gesture was to assist the youths who completed one-month entrepreneurship training to engage in productive activities.
Borno rape victim stabbed to death by rapist – CSOs
The group said it was investigating the matter, adding that preliminary reports showed that the victim, a domestic help, was…
Insecurity: Gov. Matawalle updates Buhari, seeks more support
Matawalle explained that the President gave assurances on overcoming security challenges.
Troops kill 5 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Borno
The terrorists met their Waterloo, when the gallant troops of 231 Battalion and 331 Artillery Regiment swiftly routed them in…
Zulum to Nigerians: Stop comparing me with other governors
Zulum noted that each of Nigeria's 36 States have their peculiarities and priorities, depending on developmental plans and the needs…
Gov. Zulum salutes troops celebrating Christmas on battlefields
Zulum said that the security personnel deserve empathy, especially when civilians think about celebrating the season, soldiers in particular and…
Babies, fake workers receive salaries in Borno
Zulum said this on Saturday at the Menwara Cultural Festival in Shani Town, noting that the funds paid to these…
Troops foil terrorist attack in Damboa, Borno
Troops of Joint Task Force, North East Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have dealt a decisive blow to Boko Haram/Islamic State’s…
Documentary film about IDPs, ‘HOPE’ premieres today
'Hope' documentary was produced by an international production company - FACTSTORY - with the financial support of the EU, and…
Gun duel in Borno; 20 Boko Haram terrorists terminated
Troops of the Joint Task Force, North East Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have eliminated 20 Boko Haram/Islamic State of West…
Zulum suspends Ramat Polytechnic rector, senior staff after surprise visit
He described the polytechnic as “dead” with workshops and laboratories no longer functioning.
Zulum urges new COAS to sustain fight against insurgents
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has called on the new Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Maj.-Gen. Farouk Yahaya, to…
Electricity workers injured by Boko Haram landmine in Borno
Terrorists have disrupted power supply to Maiduguri and other parts of the Borno State in recent times with incessant attacks…
Borno gifts doctor N13.9million, car for service in Boko haram territory
Fortune finally smiled at Dr. Isa Akinbode as he was rewarded with a sum of N13.9 million and a brand…
No where is safe outside Maiduguri: Borno elder debunks lies of military, FG
Prof. Khalifa Dikwa, Dean, Borno Elders Forum said contrary to the narrative by the military and the Federal Government, no…
60 percent of Borno teachers not qualified, 1,036 have fake certificates
Sixty per cent of primary school teachers in Borno state lacked requisite teaching qualifications, a committee on Biometric Data Capture…
Gov Zulum attends burial of 43 farmers killed by Boko Haram
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum on Sunday led relatives and residents to bury 43 farmers murdered by Boko Haram fighters.
Troops kill 22 terrorists, destroy 2 gun trucks, recover arms in Borno
By Sumaila Ogbaje The Defence Headquarters says the troops of Operation Fire Ball have eliminated 22 Boko Haram/Islamic State of…
Boko Haram: Borno youths declare support for Gov. Zulum
By Yakubu Uba Youths from 10 local government areas in Borno under the auspices of Northern Borno Youths Frontier on…
Zulum goes on spiritual offensive against Boko Haram, orders fasting, prayers
Borno Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum has declared a spiritual war against Boko Haram and ISWAP, saying the emergence of…
Presidency opens up on booing of Buhari in Maiduguri
Nigeria's presidency has opened up on the booing of President Muhammadu Buhari by residents of Maiduguri, Borno State on Wednesday.
Boko Haram: Zulum tells army to change strategies
Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno has urged the Nigerian Armed Forces to change strategies in the ongoing fight against Boko…
Boko Haram: Atiku reacts to massacre of 30 in Borno
Nigeria's former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has reacted to the massacre of 30 people by Boko Haram terrorists at the…
Army to arrest drivers giving money at checkpoints
Maj Gen Olusegun Adeniyi, Theatre Commander, Operation Lafiya Dole in Borno has warned drivers who give money at checkpoints to…
Zulum swears-in Yoruba, Igbo advisers
Chief Kesta Ogualili from Anambra State, Alhaji Yusuf Alao from Oyo State and 24 others have been sworn-in as special…
Boko Haram bombs crowded Gamboru bridge, over 30 killed
At least 30 people were killed in the northeastern state of Borno after an improvised explosive device detonated on El-Beid…