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Gov. Buni Strengthens Grassroots Economy as Yobe Commissions Ngalda Modern Market, Names It After Gov. Inuwa Yahaya
In a decisive move to deepen grassroots economic development and promote regional cooperation, the Yobe State Government has officially commissioned the newly completed Ngalda Modern Market, a flagship commercial project designed to transform trading activities in Ngalda and surrounding communities of Fika LGA. The modern market was renamed Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya Modern Market in honor of the Governor of Gombe State, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, a gesture widely described as a symbol of good neighborl...
Two Eminent Honors in One Day: Gov. Buni Named Dikuma of Funakaye, Muqadas of Nafada
The Executive Governor of Yobe State, Mai Mala Buni, has been honored with two prestigious traditional titles in a single day, reflecting his growing stature as a leader admired beyond state boundaries. In Funakaye, His Royal Highness, the Emir of Funakaye, Yakubu Muhammad Kwairanga IV, conferred on Gov. Buni the revered title of Dikuma of Funakaye. The appointment letter, personally signed by the Emir, stated that the honor was based purely on merit and in recognition of the Governor’s merit...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Joins Gov. Mai Mala Buni at Commissioning of Ngalda Modern Market
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari, was among top government functionaries who witnessed the official commissioning of Ngalda Modern Market, a flagship commercial project executed by the administration of H.E Mai Mala Buni, the Executive Governor of Yobe State. The modern market, strategically located in Ngalda, Fika Local Government Area, was built as part of Governor Buni’s commitment to expanding economic infrastructure, boosting local trade, and creating enabling ...
Gov. Buni to Construct 178 Ward-Based Primary Schools in 2026, Advancing Grassroots Education Agenda
The Mai Mala Buni administration has announced plans to commence the construction of 178 modern and fully functional primary schools across the 178 political wards of Yobe State in 2026, marking a major step toward strengthening access to quality basic education at the grassroots. The ward-by-ward school construction initiative is designed to ensure equitable distribution of educational infrastructure, particularly in rural and hard-to-reach communities. Under the plan, each ward will benefit f...
Gov. Mai Mala Buni to Commission Ngalda Modern Market, Boosting Local Commerce in Fika LGA
The Executive Governor of Yobe State, Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, is set to commission the newly constructed Ngalda Modern Market in Ngalda Town, in a move widely seen as a boost to grassroots commerce and local economic activity. The commissioning ceremony is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 17th February 2026, at 12:00 noon, and is expected to attract senior government officials, traditional leaders, traders, and key stakeholders from Fika Local Government Area and across the state. Th...
Potiskum Unveils Road Reordering Drive as Council Chairman Gives One-Week Notice to Roadside Traders
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari has announced a decisive road reordering initiative aimed at improving safety, traffic flow, and urban aesthetics across Potiskum, with a one-week compliance window for roadside traders and shop owners to observe a mandatory three-meter setback from the road. Unveiling the directive, Hon. Salisu Muktari explained that the move forms part of his administration’s broader commitment to orderly urban development and people-centered gover...
Potiskum Sets the Pace as Gov. Buni-Hon. Salisu Muktari’s Pro-People Governance Delivers All-Round Development
Potiskum LGA is fast emerging as one of Yobe State’s most active development hubs, following the deliberate and policy-driven leadership of Gov. Buni and Hon. Salisu Muktari, whose administration has prioritized people-centered governance and results-oriented service delivery. Checks show that sustained engagement with federal ministries, departments, and agencies—alongside strong collaboration with the Yobe State Government—has unlocked a wave of impactful projects for Potiskum. These ...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Attends NADDC Automotive Training Centre Commissioning in Potiskum LGA
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari, attended the official commissioning of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) Automotive Training Centre and the closing ceremony of the specialized mechatronics training on PMS and NG-powered tricycle and motorcycle repair and maintenance in Potiskum, Yobe State. The event, held within the host local government area, brought national and state stakeholders together to witness a major milestone in technical ski...
Potiskum LGA Projects Yobe’s Agricultural Strength at 47th Kaduna International Trade Fair Ahead of Yobe Day
Potiskum LGA has made a strong and strategic impact at the ongoing 47th Kaduna International Trade Fair, as Yobe State prepares for its designated Yobe Day, when all 17 LGAs of the state will present their cultural identity, economic opportunities, and development achievements. The impressive participation of Potiskum LGA reflects the agricultural revitalization agenda of Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. Mai Mala Buni (CON), whose administration continues to promote mechanized agricultu...
Gov. Buni Activates Urban Renewal in Damaturu, Maps Out Expansion to Key Yobe LGAs
Governor Buni has activated a comprehensive urban renewal program in Damaturu as part of a wider political and development strategy aimed at transforming Yobe State into a modern, economically competitive, and investment-friendly state. The ongoing transformation in the state capital is focused on modernizing critical infrastructure, upgrading road networks, and improving urban planning systems to support commerce, mobility, and population growth. Damaturu is serving as the launch point of the ...
Gov. Buni Redefines National Politics as His Strategic APC Roles Place Yobe State Firmly on Nigeria’s Power Map
Yobe State has continued to gain strong national political visibility as Gov. Mai Mala Buni emerges as one of the most influential figures within the All Progressives Congress (APC), following his appointment to key national leadership positions within the party. Gov. Buni currently serves as Chairman of the APC Conflict Resolution, Strategy, and Mobilization Committee, while also holding the position of Co-Chairman II of the APC National Campaign Council for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)...
Potiskum LGA to Participate in 47th Kaduna International Trade Fair, Showcasing Commitment to Profitable Agriculture
Potiskum LGA of Yobe State is set to participate in the 47th Kaduna International Trade Fair as part of ongoing efforts by the Yobe State Government under Governor Mai Mala Buni and the Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari, to reposition agriculture as a profitable, business-driven sector and a catalyst for sustainable economic growth. The international trade fair will provide a strategic platform for the exhibition of solid minerals, agricultural produce, indigenous cultural...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Rehabilitates Three Emergency Ambulances, Strengthens Healthcare Delivery in Potiskum LGA
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari has taken a decisive step to safeguard lives with the full rehabilitation and upgrade of three emergency ambulances, reinforcing emergency medical response across the Local Government Area. The ambulances, now fully functional, are deployed to Bolewa PHCC, Bula-Bulin PHCC, and Badejo PHCC, ensuring faster and more reliable access to emergency healthcare services for residents of the affected communities. This intervention followed off...
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Libya’s Collapse and the Price Africa Still Pays - By Mal. Ibrahim M. Nura Africa did not choose the war in Libya, yet Africa has lived with its consequences ever since. More than a decade after the fall of Muammar Gaddafi, Libya remains a defining fault line in Africa’s security story. What was promoted internationally as a decisive intervention has, over time, revealed itself as a turning point that unleashed instability far beyond Libya’s borders—and left Africa to manage the fallou...
Hon. Salisu Muktari is Excavating a Sand-Blocked Road Linking Dogon Karfe to the General Hospital
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has ordered the evacuation of sand that had obstructed the major road linking Dogon Karfe to the General Hospital in Potiskum, following concerns over road safety and access to essential services. The road, which serves as an important link for residents and healthcare users, became partially blocked after heavy sand deposits covered a large section of the carriageway. The condition of the road restricted traffic mov...
Gov. Buni Steers APC Reconciliation Committee, Reasserts Party Unity and Strategic Direction Ahead of National Convention
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reinforced its internal stabilization drive as the Conflict Resolution, Strategy, and Mobilization Committee, under the leadership of Yobe State Governor Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, convened to realign party interests and consolidate unity ahead of the forthcoming National Convention and critical political engagements. Meeting at the Yobe State Governor’s Lodge, Abuja, the committee reviewed internal party dynamics and identified priority areas requi...
Yobe Moves to Establish Drug Abuse Control Agency as Government Steps Up War Against Substance Abuse
The Yobe State Government has stepped up its campaign against rising drug abuse with decisive moves to establish a Drug Abuse Control Agency, a strategic intervention aimed at strengthening prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation services across the state. The move comes amid growing concerns over increasing cases of substance abuse, drug-related crimes, the high cost of rehabilitation, and the absence of functional treatment centers within Yobe State. Speaking with journalists in Damaturu, ...
Gov. Mai Mala Buni Pushes Statewide Urban Renewal as Potiskum, Gashua, Nguru, Geidam, Buni-Yadi Get Master Plans
The Yobe State Gov't has stepped up its planned development agenda with a decision to extend comprehensive Urban Master Plans to Potiskum, Gashua, Nguru, Geidam, and Buni-Yadi, reinforcing its drive for balanced and orderly urban growth across the state. Gov. Mai Mala Buni, CON, represented by the Secretary to the State Gov't, Baba Malam Wali, mni, disclosed this while receiving a delegation of experts from UN-HABITAT, IOM, and UNHCR, led by Dr. Christian Okafor, in Damaturu. The initiative fo...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Prioritizes Security, Health, and Human Capital in Line with Gov. Buni’s People-First Policy
Hon. Salisu Muktari has reaffirmed his commitment to implementing Governor Mai Mala Buni’s People-First policy in the Potiskum Local Government Area by placing emphasis on security, healthcare delivery, and human capital development. Through sustained engagements with community leaders, transport unions, market associations, and other stakeholders, Hon. Salisu has focused on addressing the immediate needs of residents, in line with the state government’s directive that governance must first...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Attends Strategic Emergency Stakeholders’ Meeting at Potiskum LGA's Secretariat
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari attended a strategic emergency meeting of key All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in Potiskum convened to reassess and reinforce the ongoing nationwide APC membership registration exercise. The meeting assembled senior party stakeholders, ward executives, and grassroots political mobilizers from across the Potiskum Local Government Area, including influential actors outside the council, reflecting the seriousness attached to c...
APC Entrusts Gov. Buni with Strategic Role as Secretary of 2026 National Convention Committee
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reaffirmed its confidence in the political sagacity, organisational expertise, and consensus-building capacity of Yobe State Governor, H.E. Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, with his appointment as Secretary of the Central Coordination Committee for the party’s 2026 National Convention. The 73-member high-level committee, inaugurated by the APC National Working Committee (NWC), is tasked with coordinating preparations for the national convention—an event...
Gov. Buni Urges Moral Rebirth Among Youths as Machina Cultural Festival Celebrates Yobe’s Peace
Yobe State Governor H.E. Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, has urged youths to embrace moral discipline, responsible living, and respect for societal values, while warning against drug abuse and other social vices capable of derailing their future. The governor delivered the message at the Machina Cultural Festival (MACUF) held in Machina town, which attracted a massive turnout of traditional rulers, community leaders, cultural troupes, and visitors from within and outside Yobe State. Gov. Buni d...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Sympathizes with Bazuwa Family Over Devastating Fire Incident, Assures Gov't Support
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has expressed deep sympathy to the Bazuwa Family following a devastating fire outbreak that affected them on the night of Friday, January 31, 2026, in Potiskum. The Bazuwa Family, widely known for their strong contributions to commerce and transportation in Potiskum, plays a significant role in job creation and economic development, particularly for the youth of the area. During his sympathy visit, Hon. Salisu Mukta...
Hon. Salisu Muktari’s Week in Review: Healthcare Gains, Security Commendation, and Strong Advocacy for Human Capital in Potiskum
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, recorded a week of impactful governance marked by major strides in healthcare delivery, strengthened security collaboration, and renewed advocacy for human capital development in Yobe State. The week opened with Hon. Salisu Muktari hosting a high-powered delegation from the Yobe State Primary Healthcare Board (YSPHCB) at the Potiskum Local Government Secretariat. The visit, held under the True Micro Plan Paid Advocac...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Hosts Yobe PHC Board Delegation in Fresh Push For Expanded Immunization
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has hosted a delegation from the Yobe State Primary Healthcare Board (YSPHCB) as part of renewed efforts to strengthen primary healthcare delivery and expand routine immunization under the True Micro Plan Paid Advocacy initiative. The delegation, representing the Executive Secretary of the Board, was received at the Potiskum Local Government Secretariat, where discussions centered on enhancing collaboration with the ...
Understanding the Role of Journalism
The reactions that followed Aisha Madina Maishanu’s interview have generated widespread debate, much of it emotional. In moments like this, it is useful to return to first principles and consider what journalism is meant to do in a democratic society. At its core, journalism exists to ask questions on behalf of the public; these questions are not always easy or comfortable, particularly for those in positions of authority. An interview, however, is not intended to serve as a platform for prai...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Hosts PHC Board as Potiskum Health Sector Wins Top Awards, Receives Leadership Commendation
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, hosted members of the Potiskum LGA Primary Health Care (PHC) Board in his office at the Local Government Secretariat, following the Board’s emergence as one of the best-performing primary healthcare institutions in Yobe State. During the visit, the PHC Board presented performance awards and cash prizes amounting to ₦2.5 million, covering Q1, Q2, and Zone B Q4 assessments, which placed Potiskum first among the 17 ...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Receives Police Commissioner’s Letter of Commendation Awarded to Potiskum A Division DPO
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has received a Letter of Commendation awarded to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Potiskum “A” Division, CSP Ibrahim Hassan Baba, by the Yobe State Commissioner of Police, Emmanuel Ado, in recognition of his professionalism, dedication, and sustained efforts in strengthening security across the LGA. The letter was formally presented to the Chairman at the Potiskum Local Government Secretariat, where CSP Ibr...
“Governor Buni Has Entrenched Human Capital as the Backbone of Governance in Yobe” — Hon. Salisu Muktari
Hon. Salisu Muktari has affirmed that the administration of His Excellency, Gov. Mai Mala Buni, CON, has firmly entrenched human capital development as the backbone of governance in Yobe State, setting a new standard for people-driven leadership and institutional reform. According to Hon. Salisu Muktari, Gov. Buni’s governing philosophy is rooted in the understanding that sustainable development depends on strong institutions powered by skilled, disciplined, and motivated human resources. He...
Hon. Salisu Muktari's SSA on Transport and Energy Engages NACTOMORAS, Warns Against Underage Riding and Reckless Celebratory Driving
The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Transport and Energy to Hon. Salisu Muktari has paid a familiarization visit to the National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (NACTOMORAS), Potiskum Local Government Area Chapter, in furtherance of efforts to strengthen road safety, traffic discipline, and organized transport operations within Potiskum. During the engagement, the SSA appealed to the leadership of the association to intensify monitoring of members w...
Hon. Salisu Muktari's SSA on Transport and Energy Engages UMAPO, Reaffirms Commitment to Orderly Markets and Efficient Transport
The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Transport and Energy to Hon. Salisu Muktari has paid a familiarization visit to the United Marketers Association of Potiskum (UMAPO), aimed at reinforcing cooperation between government and organized market stakeholders in the Potiskum Local Government Area. Addressing the leadership of the association, the SSA underscored the importance of sustained partnership in improving transportation management, ensuring proper market organization, and strengthening t...
Renewed Hope Ambassadors Extend Season’s Greetings to Potiskum Chairman, Hon. Salisu Muktari
lThe Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) have extended season’s greetings to the Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, as part of activities marking the festive season. The goodwill message was conveyed through an official Season’s Greetings envelope presented to the Chairman. The message, according to the group, was convened and endorsed under the leadership of the Yobe State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Hon. Alh. Suleiman Ishaku. In the mes...
Potiskum Communities Applaud Gov. Buni, Hon. Salisu Muktari, and NEDC for Life-Changing Roads and Bridges
The people of Tandari, Lailai, Bayan Kara, Jigawa, and Mazaga communities in Potiskum LGA have expressed deep gratitude and admiration to His Excellency, Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, the North East Development Commission (NEDC), and the Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari, for delivering strategic road and bridge projects that will transform daily life and economic activities across the area. The communities described the projects as historic and impactful, noting that the...
Potiskum Records Major Infrastructure Leap as Hon. Salisu Muktari Attracts Strategic NEDC Road and Bridge Projects
Potiskum LGA has taken a decisive step forward in infrastructure development following the official handover of sites for two major road and bridge projects by the North East Development Commission (NEDC), an intervention largely driven by the proactive leadership and sustained engagement of the Executive Chairman, Hon. Salisu Muktari. The projects, which cut across Kara, Masaka, Jigawa, Mazaga, Bare-Bari Bauya Lailai Ward, Bolewa ‘A’ Ward, and the Tandari axis, are designed to improve conn...
NEDC to Officially Handover Landmark Road and Bridge Project Connecting Kara, Jigawa, and Mazaga to Potiskum
The North East Development Commission (NEDC) is set to officially hand over strategic road and bridge projects in Potiskum LGA of Yobe State on Wednesday, January 22, 2026, aimed at strengthening connectivity between Kara, Jigawa, and Mazaga communities, while linking Bare-Bari Bauya Lailai Ward with Bolewa ‘A’ Ward. The projects, located within Potiskum, were facilitated through the proactive and result-driven leadership of the Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktar...
Gov. Buni Responds to Public Outcry, Revamps Nangere General Hospital
The General Hospital in Nangere Local Government Area has been completely rehabilitated by the Yobe State Government, turning public concern into decisive action and reaffirming Gov. Buni’s commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery across the state. Only a year ago, images revealing the hospital’s poor condition dominated social media and triggered widespread calls for urgent intervention. Today, the narrative has changed; under the leadership of Gov. Buni, the facility has been fully...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Congratulates Gov. Buni on AFAN Award, Says Honor Affirms Purposeful Leadership
Hon. Salisu Muktari has congratulated the Executive Governor of Yobe State, His Excellency Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, on his recognition as Best Agricultural Empowerment Governor of the Year 2025/2026 by the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), describing the award as a national validation of purposeful, people-focused leadership. In a congratulatory message, Hon. Muktari said the award, presented during the AFAN General Assembly of Farmers 2026 held in Abuja from 15th to 17th January...
Gov. Buni Unveils World-Class E-Taxi and E-Bus Platform to Power Digital Governance in Yobe State
Governor Mai Mala Buni has unveiled a world-class E-Taxi and E-Bus Hailing Platform, marking another decisive milestone in his administration’s drive to entrench digital governance and modern service delivery. The globally benchmarked platform, developed to rival advanced smart-city systems such as Dubai’s E-Fleet Command Management System, is being implemented by the Yobe State Information Technology Development Agency (YITDA) under the leadership of Amb. Dr. Adam K. Mohammed, CCSP, CCCP, ...
APC’s First Decade: Gov. Mai Mala Buni’s Steady Leadership as the Backbone of Party Strength
As the All Progressives Congress (APC) prepares to mark ten years of progressive leadership on January 27, growing attention is being drawn to the individuals whose commitment and vision secured the party’s unity, expansion, and national dominance; prominent among them is Yobe State Governor Hon. Mai Mala Buni, widely regarded as a stabilizing force in the APC’s journey over the past decade. Gov. Buni’s contribution to the party’s growth dates back to his tenure as National Secretary, w...
Potiskum SSAs Forum Applauds Gov. Buni, Salisu Muktari’s Human-Centered Governance, Sets Stronger Course for Grassroots Development
The Forum of Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) to the Chairman of Potiskum Local Government, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has hailed Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, and the Potiskum LG Chairman for their human-centered, inclusive, and development-focused approach to governance, which continues to deliver visible impact at the grassroots. The commendation was made during the forum’s inaugural strategic meeting, where members assessed ongoing development initiatives in Potiskum and reaffirmed t...
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