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Flood Alert: Boronji Residents Cry Out for Urgent Government Intervention
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Residents of Boronji community, located a few kilometres from the Adamawa State Government House in Yola, have appealed to the state government to urgently intervene as flooding continues to threaten their homes and livelihoods during the rainy season. The community, which has reportedly experienced repeated flooding over the years, says the situation
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Families of Boko Haram Missing Persons Seek Renewed Efforts to Find Loved Ones
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Families of persons who disappeared during the Boko Haram insurgency in Northeast Nigeria have called for renewed efforts to trace their missing relatives and provide answers to those who have lived for years in uncertainty. The families made the appeal in Adamawa State while commemorating the 2026 International Day of the Disappeared,
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Adamawa Police Tighten Security Ahead of Ember Months, 2027 Elections
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola The Adamawa State Police Command has ordered intensified security operations across the state ahead of the Ember Months and the forthcoming electioneering period. The Commissioner of Police, CP Kabir Umar Hassan, gave the directive on Thursday during a strategic security review meeting with the command’s Senior Management Team, Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders,
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Families of Disappeared Persons Mark International Day with Sanitation Campaign in Adamawa
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Families of persons who disappeared during the insurgency in Northeast Nigeria have marked the forthcoming International Day of the Disappeared with a sanitation exercise at an internally displaced persons (IDP) settlement in Vinuklang, Girei Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The sanitation campaign, held ahead of the International Day of the Disappeared
26 Aug 20261 min read
Climate Change: Children face increased risks of diseases, malnutrition-UNICEF
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Children exposed to multiple climate-related hazards are at increased risk of diseases, malnutrition and disruptions to education and access to essential services, stakeholders have warned. The warning was issued during a climate change and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sensitisation engagement held in Yola, Adamawa State, organised by the state government with
24 Aug 20261 min read
SNB President Urges Adamawa Broadcasters to Embrace Digital Journalism
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola The President of the Society of Nigerian Broadcasters (SNB), Professor Umar Pate, has urged broadcasters in Adamawa State to embrace digital journalism and abandon outdated analogue practices to remain relevant in the rapidly evolving media industry. Pate made the call at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre in Yola, the
23 Aug 20261 min read
Adamawa Police Launches Campaign Against Political, Digital Thuggery
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola The Adamawa State Police Command has launched a campaign against political and digital thuggery as part of activities marking the 2026 International Youth Day. The campaign, unveiled on Saturday at the Women Development Centre, Justice Buba Ardo Way, Jimeta-Yola, seeks to discourage young people from engaging in political violence, intimidation, cyberbullying, misinformation,
23 Aug 20261 min read
NANGO Demands Withdrawal of Foreign Aid Regulation Bill
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola The Network of Adamawa Non-Governmental Organisations (NANGO) has called for the immediate withdrawal of the proposed Foreign Aid Regulation and Transparency Bill before the National Assembly. The organisation made the demand on Friday in Yola during activities marking the 2026 World Humanitarian Day, themed, “Act for Humanity.” NANGO also called on the
22 Aug 20261 min read
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ADC Supporters Protest Alleged Plot to Replace Adamawa Governorship Candidate
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Supporters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday staged a protest in Adamawa State over allegations that there are moves to replace the party’s governorship candidate, Ambassador Engineer Omar Suleiman Omarana. The protest follows claims circulating within political circles alleging that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is behind efforts to substitute
22 Jul 20261 min read
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A public interest Lawyer to drag Havage Engineering Services for forging ATBU document
A Water Engineering company known for Constructing dams, canals and Water ways, Havage Engineering Services Ltd is accused of criminal offenses against the managements of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) Bauchi and the Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority (UBRBDA) Yola. Havage Engineering Services Ltd will soon run into legal battles over allegations of corruption
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Adamawa Experts Warn Pregnant Women Against Home Delivery
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Health experts in Adamawa State have warned pregnant women, particularly adolescents, against home delivery, saying the practice could expose mothers and newborns to serious and potentially life-threatening complications. The experts stressed the importance of giving birth under the supervision of skilled health professionals in properly equipped healthcare facilities, where emergency care can
17 Aug 20261 min read
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7th Engr. Musa Nimord Under 20 male YSFON semi finals emerges
Defending champions of Engr Nimord Musa Under 20 male YSFON football competition has been eliminated from this year’s edition. In the first quarter final match played earlier today, Hong ward defeated the defending champions Shagui ward by two goals to one to book a place in the semi finals. Similarly, Daksiri ward over ran Mayo-lope
15 Jan 20261 min read
Governor Fintiri Honoured with Outstanding Sports Development Award
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri (CON) has received the Outstanding Sports Development Award from the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in recognition of his administration’s significant contributions to the growth of sports in Adamawa State. The award was presented to the Governor at the Government House, Yola, by Mr. Austin Ajayi, SWAN’s
4 Nov 20251 min read
Chief Maurice Vunobolki Donates ₦10 Million Worth of Training Kits to Adamawa United FC
Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Adamawa United Football Club has received a major morale and material boost ahead of the 2025/2026 football season, following the donation of training equipment worth over ₦10 million by philanthropist, politician, and sports enthusiast, Chief Dr. Maurice Vunobolki. The donation, presented at the club’s training ground, is seen as a strategic move to
4 Oct 20251 min read
Service to humanity: Musa Has Safe Countless Lives -Volleyball enthusiast says
Service to humanity is one of God’s calls to all and was described humans are His most valued creatures. This is what a volleyball Enthusiast, Adamu Karlai said that the president of Nigerian Volleyball, Engr Musa Nimrod that he has created a brand of humanitarian services to himself more than the Nigerian Billionaire richest business
27 Jul 20231 min read
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Flood Alert: Boronji Residents Cry Out for Urgent Government Intervention
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Residents of Boronji community, located a few kilometres from the Adamawa State Government House in Yola, have appealed to the state government to urgently intervene as flooding continues to threaten their homes and livelihoods during the rainy season. The community, which has reportedly experienced repeated flooding over the years, says the situation
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Families of Boko Haram Missing Persons Seek Renewed Efforts to Find Loved Ones
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Families of persons who disappeared during the Boko Haram insurgency in Northeast Nigeria have called for renewed efforts to trace their missing relatives and provide answers to those who have lived for years in uncertainty. The families made the appeal in Adamawa State while commemorating the 2026 International Day of the Disappeared,
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Adamawa Police Tighten Security Ahead of Ember Months, 2027 Elections
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola The Adamawa State Police Command has ordered intensified security operations across the state ahead of the Ember Months and the forthcoming electioneering period. The Commissioner of Police, CP Kabir Umar Hassan, gave the directive on Thursday during a strategic security review meeting with the command’s Senior Management Team, Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders,
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Families of Disappeared Persons Mark International Day with Sanitation Campaign in Adamawa
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Families of persons who disappeared during the insurgency in Northeast Nigeria have marked the forthcoming International Day of the Disappeared with a sanitation exercise at an internally displaced persons (IDP) settlement in Vinuklang, Girei Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The sanitation campaign, held ahead of the International Day of the Disappeared
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By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola Children exposed to multiple climate-related hazards are at increased risk of diseases, malnutrition and disruptions to education and access to essential services, stakeholders have warned. The warning was issued during a climate change and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sensitisation engagement held in Yola, Adamawa State, organised by the state government with
24 Aug 20261 min read
SNB President Urges Adamawa Broadcasters to Embrace Digital Journalism
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola The President of the Society of Nigerian Broadcasters (SNB), Professor Umar Pate, has urged broadcasters in Adamawa State to embrace digital journalism and abandon outdated analogue practices to remain relevant in the rapidly evolving media industry. Pate made the call at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre in Yola, the
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Adamawa Police Launches Campaign Against Political, Digital Thuggery
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola The Adamawa State Police Command has launched a campaign against political and digital thuggery as part of activities marking the 2026 International Youth Day. The campaign, unveiled on Saturday at the Women Development Centre, Justice Buba Ardo Way, Jimeta-Yola, seeks to discourage young people from engaging in political violence, intimidation, cyberbullying, misinformation,
23 Aug 20261 min read
NANGO Demands Withdrawal of Foreign Aid Regulation Bill
By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola The Network of Adamawa Non-Governmental Organisations (NANGO) has called for the immediate withdrawal of the proposed Foreign Aid Regulation and Transparency Bill before the National Assembly. The organisation made the demand on Friday in Yola during activities marking the 2026 World Humanitarian Day, themed, “Act for Humanity.” NANGO also called on the
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