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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...
Hon. Salisu Muktari's SSAs Forum Holds First Strategy Meeting, Reaffirms Commitment to Potiskum’s Development Agenda
The Forum of Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) to the Chairman of Potiskum Local Government, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has held its first strategic meeting, pledging stronger coordination and renewed dedication to grassroots development across the local government area. The closed-door session focused on exploring effective ways for the various SSA offices to operate more efficiently through collaboration, synergy, and shared responsibility, while aligning their duties with the developmental prioriti...
Charting the Next Decade: APC to Host ‘Summit of the Progressives’ at 10-Year Milestone
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced plans to host a National Summit of the Progressives to commemorate ten years of APC governance since the party assumed national leadership in 2015. The summit, scheduled for January 27, 2026, is being organized by The Progressives Forum (TPF) in collaboration with The Bola Ahmed Tinubu Legacy Conference, The Buhari New Media Centre (BNMC), and the Progressives Rights Group (PRG). The event is expected to draw party leaders, elected officials, po...
Results You Can Feel: Gov. Buni Delivers 16-Million-Liter Daily Water Project, Secures Clean Water Future for Buni Gari
In a strong affirmation of responsive and people-oriented governance, the Yobe State Government under the leadership of Governor Mai Mala Buni has completed and commissioned a high-capacity water treatment plant in Buni Gari, Gujba Local Government Area. The newly delivered facility has the capacity to produce up to 16 million liters of clean and safe drinking water every day, providing a sustainable and long-term solution to water scarcity in Buni Gari and adjoining communities. The project a...
“We Must Honor Their Sacrifice by Sustaining Peace” — Gov. Buni at 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day
Yobe State Governor, Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON (Chiroman Gujba), on Wednesday led a solemn and symbolic state ceremony to honor Nigeria’s fallen servicemen and women during the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day and Wreath-Laying Ceremony held in Damaturu, reaffirming his administration’s resolve to consolidate peace and security across the state. The ceremony, which marked the climax of activities for the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Yobe State, took place at the Events Centre, ...
Hon. Salisu Muktari sympathizes with the Nigerian Army over the fire incident at the Gombe–Potiskum checkpoint
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has conveyed his heartfelt condolences to officers of the Nigerian Army at FOB Potiskum under Sector II Damaturu Command, following a fire outbreak at a military checkpoint along the Gombe–Potiskum highway. Hon. Salisu Muktari was represented during the condolence visit by his deputy, Hon. Adamu Hamza Ngojin, who led a delegation to the scene to express sympathy and solidarity with the affected troops. The inciden...
Peace Secured, Development Accelerates Across Yobe —Gov. Buni Tells Media on Statewide Tour
Gov. Buni of Yobe State has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to peace, inclusive growth and transparent governance, declaring that the visible transformation unfolding across the state is the direct dividend of sustained security and strategic leadership. The governor made this known at the conclusion of an extensive statewide media tour that brought together journalists from local, national, and international media organizations. The tour provided firsthand exposure to Y...
HON. SALISU MUKTARI: TRUTH, SACRIFICE, AND THE POLITICS OF SELFLESS SERVICE —By Mal. Ibrahim M. Nura
In every political era, there emerge leaders whose strength unsettles the status quo—not because they are loud or confrontational, but because they are truthful, disciplined, and unwilling to compromise the public good. Hon. Salisu Muktari belongs to this rare and principled class of leaders whose politics is anchored on integrity and whose service is driven by conscience. In democratic governance, accountability is non-negotiable. Yet history has shown that the fiercest opposition is often r...
Gov. Buni Delivers Economic Transformation in Southern Yobe with Completed Ultra Modern Markets in Potiskum, Ngalda
Gov. Mai Mala Buni has recorded another major milestone in his economic transformation agenda with the successful delivery of ultra-modern markets in Potiskum and Ngalda, two critical commercial hubs in Southern Yobe (Zone B). Potiskum Local Government Area is widely acknowledged as the commercial nerve center of Yobe State, with far-reaching influence in transportation, trade, and industrial activities. The town serves as a major commercial gateway for all 178 wards of the state and continues ...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Urges APC Members in Potiskum to Embrace E-Registration, Harps on Unity and Readiness
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has called on members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Potiskum to actively participate in the ongoing e-registration and revalidation of party membership, describing the exercise as strategic to strengthening party cohesion and effective preparation for future elections. In his statement, Hon. Salisu Muktari appealed to party stakeholders at all levels to intensify mobilization efforts and ensure that APC members across the ...
Gov. Buni Sustains 25 km Gashua–Dumburi–Masaba Road Project to Unlock Growth in Northern Yobe
Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, has continued the construction of the 25-kilometer road linking Gashua to the communities of Dumburi and Masaba, reinforcing his administration’s commitment to infrastructure development and inclusive growth in Northern Yobe. The strategic road project, being executed under the supervision of the Ministry of Works, Damaturu, is designed to improve inter-community connectivity, ease transportation, and open up rural areas for s...
Garbawa Yarimaram Communities Applaud Gov. Buni, Hon. Salisu Muktari Over Planned General Hospital in Potiskum
The communities of Garbawa Yarimaram Ward, Potiskum Local Government Area, have expressed strong appreciation to Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. Mai Mala Buni, CON, and the Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari, for the initiative to construct a general hospital in Anguwar Garbawa. The commendation was delivered by Lamba Mai Adiko, who spoke on behalf of the people during a joint inspection of the proposed hospital site by the Yobe State Commissioner for Health and th...
Gov. Mai Mala Buni Deploys Strategic Dairy Infrastructure to Resolve Farmer-Herder Conflicts in Yobe
In a strategic and policy-driven intervention aimed at consolidating peace and accelerating agricultural transformation, Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. Mai Mala Buni, CON, COMN, has completed a large-scale, modern dairy farm in the Jakusko Local Government Area, reinforcing his administration’s resolve to decisively address farmer–herder conflicts across the state. The project reflects a deliberate shift from reactive conflict management to proactive socio-economic planning, provi...
WEEKLY REVIEW: Hon. Salisu Muktari Advances Security, Healthcare, Youth Empowerment, and Essential Services in Potiskum
The week under review showcased a period of intense governance activity and people-centered leadership by the Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, as his administration recorded significant strides across security, healthcare development, youth engagement, correctional welfare, and public utilities. Strengthening Security and Peace Architecture: Hon. Salisu Muktari hosted the Yobe State Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Ado, on a courtesy and familiariza...
NPF Commends Hon. Salisu Muktari and Gov. Buni for Strong Commitment to Security in Potiskum, Yobe State
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has commended the Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, and the Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, for their sustained commitment to strengthening security and promoting peace across Potiskum and the entire state. This commendation was given during a courtesy and familiarization visit by the Yobe State Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Ado, to the Potiskum Local Government Secretariat, where he...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Hosts Yobe Police Commissioner, Reaffirms Commitment to Security and Peace in Potiskum
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has hosted the Yobe State Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Ado, on a courtesy and familiarization visit, during which both leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening security and promoting lasting peace across Potiskum. The visit was aimed at enhancing collaboration between the local government and security agencies, fostering mutual understanding, and reinforcing ongoing efforts to safeguard live...
Gov. Mai Mala Buni Deepens Yobe’s Climate Resilience Agenda, Receives ACReSAL Policy Document
Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, COMN, has reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to decisively tackle environmental and climate change challenges as part of efforts to secure sustainable development across the state. The governor gave the assurance at the Government House, Damaturu, during the presentation of the Yobe State Climate Change Policy Document developed under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) program. Governor Buni n...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Visits YEDC Potiskum Office, Demands Improved Power Supply for Potiskum
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, on Tuesday paid an official visit to the Potiskum branch of the Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC/NEPA) to formally demand improved electricity supply to the local government area. The visit was part of the chairman’s efforts to engage directly with service providers over the persistent power shortages being experienced in Potiskum, despite its expanding population, vibrant commercial activities, and stra...
“The Party Defines the Platform”: Hon. Salisu Muktari Asserts APC’s Institutional Authority in Potiskum
The Executive Chairman of Potiskum LGA, Hon. Salisu Muktari, has reinforced the primacy of the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that the party, not individuals, defines political direction, legitimacy, and engagement at all levels. Speaking at the Potiskum LGA Secretariat, Hon. Salisu Muktari stated that all political activities must derive authority from the APC’s constitution, leadership, and internal processes, stressing that institutional discipline remains the backbone of the p...
NCoS Yobe Command Applauds Hon. Salisu Muktari for Swift Restoration of Water at Custodial Center
The Yobe State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has formally commended the Executive Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, for his swift and humanitarian response in restoring water supply to the Potiskum Custodial Centre. The commendation followed the successful repair of a damaged borehole that had disrupted the water supply at the facility, creating operational and welfare challenges for inmates and correctional personnel. The intervention by the...
Hon. Salisu Muktari Leads Yobe State's Ministry of Health Delegation to Inspect Proposed New General Hospital Site in Potiskum
In a major step toward strengthening healthcare infrastructure in Yobe State, Hon. Salisu Muktari has led a high-level from Yobe State Ministry of health, headed by the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Gana Lawan Muhammad (Sun Gamsu), to Garbawa Yarimaram Ward in Potiskum LGA for an on-the-spot inspection of the proposed site for a new General Hospital. The inspection visit focused on a large expanse of land measuring approximately 27 hectares, earmarked for the project. While presenting...
Matasan Yobe Dan Gyaran Gobe Pays Courtesy Visit to Hon. Salisu Muktari, Confers Grant Patron Honor
The Matasan Yobe Dan Gyaran Gobe Association, under the leadership of its State Coordinator, Alhaji Lauwali Inusa, paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman of Potiskum Local Government Area, Hon. Salisu Muktari, where the group presented him with a Certificate of Honor and conferred on him the title of Grand Patron of the association. The visit took place in Potiskum, the headquarters of Zone B, which serves as the operational hub of the association across Yobe State. The group explained that alth...
Sakon Godiya Da Bangajiya;
Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Ta’ala Wa Barakatuhu. Ina mai fara wa da godiya ga Allah Maɗaukakin Sarki, kamar yadda Ya ce: “Idan kuka yi godiya, lalle Zan ƙara muku.” (Suratul Ibrahim: 7). Tsira da amincin Allah su tabbata ga Annabi Muhammad ﷺ wanda ya ce: “Wanda bai gode wa mutane ba, bai gode wa Allah ba.” (Tirmizi). Ina mai miƙa sahihin sakon godiya da ban gajiya ga iyaye, ‘yan uwa, abokai da dukkan masoya da suka halarci daurin aurena da aka daura a ranar Juma’a, 2 ...
Gov. Buni Opens 2026 with Food Support for 2,000 Informal Workers, Vulnerable Families across Yobe
Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, CON, has launched the year 2026 with a targeted humanitarian intervention, providing food support to 2,000 informal workers and vulnerable residents across the state. The initiative, which focuses on Keke Napep operators, GSM phone repairers, and low-income earners, underscores the administration’s commitment to easing economic pressures and strengthening household food security. The Executive Secretary of the Yobe State Emergency...
People-Focused Governance at Work: Gov. Mai Mala Buni’s Administration Delivers Affordable Living in Yobe
As economic pressures continue to weigh heavily across the country, Yobe State is quietly demonstrating that thoughtful governance can still make a difference. The signing of the 2026 Budget at Wawa Hall served as a timely reminder that policy, when guided by people’s needs, produces measurable results. Gov. Mai Mala Buni’s message was straightforward and evidence-based. According to MBS statistics, Yobe now ranks first in affordability of living. In today’s economic climate, such a disti...
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