From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has on Thursday inaugurated a new data collection system for the solid minerals sector, aiming to plug revenue leaks and…
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Yobe Residents Urged to Check Expiry Dates Before Consuming Foods, Drugs
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Residents of Yobe State have been advised to always check the expiry dates of foods and drugs before consumption. Yobe State Focal Person on Drug Abuse, Hon….
Yobe Works Commissioner Inspects Ongoing Damaturu Flyover Construction
From, Sani Gaza Chinade Damaturu The Yobe State Commissioner for Works, Hon. Engineer Umaru Wakili, has paid an inspection visit to the ongoing construction of the Damaturu Flyover project. During the visit,…
Measles-Rubella:Yobe Launches Pioneering Integrated Immunization Campaign
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Yobe State Government has launched Nigeria’s first-ever integrated health campaign, combining five key health interventions into a single initiative. The campaign will run from October 18th to…
Nigeria’s First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Launches Food Donation To Vulnerable persons in Yobe
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Nigeria’s First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, today launched a donation of food items to vulnerable groups in Yobe state. In a press statement by Mamman Mohammed DG…
NEDC Uplifts Karasuwa, Nguru, Machina Communities with Education, Water Projects
From Sani Gazas Chinade Damaturu The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has continued its inspection of ongoing and completed projects across Yobe State, reaffirming its commitment to rebuilding lives and communities affected…
Yobe Strengthens Fight Against Extremism with New Peace Network Chapter
By Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu In a significant step to bolster community-led peace efforts, the Partnership Against Violent Extremism (PAVE) Network has officially launched its Yobe State chapter. The launch followed a high-level,…
In Yobe: Major Coalition Launches “Greening Nigeria” Initiative to Combat Climate Crisis
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu A broad coalition of international organizations, government agencies, and private sector players led by the Tulip International Foundation on Tuesday launched a national workshop titled “Greening Nigeria” to…
Yobe State University Wins National Campus Debate for North-East Zone
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State University (YSU) has emerged victorious in the National Orientation Agency’s (NOA) National Campus Debate competition, representing the North-East zone. The contest was held today, September…
Zenith Bank Awards N15 Million to Yobe Students for Winning Global English Competition in London
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Zenith Bank PLC presented a total of N15 million to three female students from Nigerian Tulip International Colleges (NTIC) for their outstanding victory at the 2025 World…
Yobe Police Arrest Suspected Child Rapist After Swift Operation
From Sani Gazas Chinade Damaturu The Yobe State Police Command has successfully arrested a suspected child rapist following a swift response by its operatives. In a press statement by SP Dungus Abdulkareem…
NEDC Provides Relief to Over 2,261 Yobe Households Affected by Flooding
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has distributed essential food and non-food items to 2,261 households in Yobe State impacted by recent flooding. The aid, which included rice,…
Gov. Buni Gifts 100 NUJ Participants Laptops, Urges Journalists to Uphold Truth, Accuracy in Reporting
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu In a remarkable boost to media capacity, Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has presented brand-new laptops to 100 journalists who participated in a…
NYCSO Inaugurates New Executive Members in Yobe
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Network of Yobe Civil Society Organizations (NYCSO) officially ushered in a new era of leadership on Thursday with the inauguration of its newly elected executive committee. The…
Gov. Buni Hailed for New Wage Approval by Health, Environmental Associations
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Yobe State chapters of the Environmental Health Officers Association of Nigeria (EHOAN), the Veterinary Association of Nigeria (VAN), and the Animal Health and Hospitality Association of Nigeria…
Yobe leaders forge alliance to shield schools from conflict’s impact
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu Save the Children International (SCI) convened a diverse coalition of government officials, security experts, and civil society members on Tuesday to mark the International Day to Protect Education…
Yobe Gov’t, NUJ Hold 3 Days Capacity-Building Workshop in Kano
From Sani Gazas Chinade Damaturu The Yobe State Government, through the Office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) Alhaji Baba Malam Wali has organized a three-day capacity-building workshop for members…
NDE Launches Second Phase of Employment Initiative in Yobe, Targets Over 1000 Youths
From Yusuf A. Yusuf, Damaturu The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has launched the second phase of its Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI 2) in Yobe State. A total of 19,666 applicants…
Vandals of Electricity Transmission Cables Arrested in Yobe
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its fight against vandalism of public infrastructure with the arrest of two suspected vandals in Yusufari. According…
Yobe Govt rolls out preparedness plan against flood disaster – SEMA
From Sani Gazas Chinade Damaturu Yobe State Government says it has rolled out a comprehensive preparedness plan to strengthen emergency response and build community resilience against flooding across the state. Dr Goje…
Group Hosts Roundtable to Address Critical Issues of Civilian Protection in Yobe
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu In a significant step towards strengthening civilian protection and community resilience, the Centre for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) organized a two-day high-level advocacy and roundtable meeting in Gaidam…
Buni Yadi Military Training Facility Remains Intact, Renamed Nigerian Army Acclimatization Centre
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Government has clarified that the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi remains fully operational, dismissing concerns about its status following the establishment…
Gov. Buni Commiserates With Flood Victims
…Directs SEMA to Provide Immediate Support From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Executive Governor of Yobe State, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has commiserated with victims of the recent flood disaster in the…
Light After Darkness: Kidnapped Toddler Reunited With Family as Yobe Police Smash Syndicate
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Yobe State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against crime. On July 31, 2025, a two-year-old boy, Abdulkareem Mohammed, was kidnapped in Potiskum….
Fika Couple Welcomes Quadruplets, Seeks Urgent Support
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu In a rare and joyous event, Ba’aba Habu, a resident of the Zirki Zanzana area in Fika town, headquarters of Fika Local Government Area, Yobe State, and…