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In photographs, Zulum visits Qatar charity headquarters in Doha
In photographs, Zulum visits Qatar charity headquarters in Doha
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum paid a visit to the Qatar Charity Foundation’s headquarters in Doha on Monday.
The governor met with officials from the Qatar Charity and thanked them for citing multimillion-naira Borno projects earlier this year.
Zulum reiterated Borno’s commitment to partner with the foundation in addressing the root causes of insurgency bedevilling not only Borno State but the entire northern region of Nigeria.
The Qatar Charity is one of the world’s largest humanitarian and development organisations, providing life-saving assistance to those affected by conflicts, persecution and natural disasters while also creating long-term solutions to poverty through sustainable development programmes in social welfare, water and sanitation, education, nutrition and economic empowerment.
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It should be recalled that Governor Zulum has secured eight projects from Qatar Charity, including a school, an orphanage, a clinic, shops, staff quarters, sports ground, charity office, and Juma’at mosque.
Zulum was joined on the visit by the governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, whose state is also faced with the problem of displacement due to banditry and other conflicts in his state.
Zulum flagged off the construction of the projects in January 2024.
Governor Zulum was in Doha, Qatar, in the entourage of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who had engaged with investors.
Tinubu’s visit witnessed the signing of an agreement between Nigeria and Qatar in seven sectors: education, enterprise development, investment promotion, youth empowerment, mining, tourism, and sports.
In photographs, Zulum visits Qatar charity headquarters in Doha
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Tito Jackson, Michael Jackson’s Brother and Jackson 5 Member, Dies at 70; Nigerians Pay Tribute
Tito Jackson, Michael Jackson’s Brother and Jackson 5 Member, Dies at 70; Nigerians Pay Tribute
Tito Jackson, renowned as a member of the iconic Jackson 5 and the older brother of Michael Jackson, has passed away at the age of 70. His death has sparked a wave of mourning among fans in Nigeria and around the world.
Tito’s contributions to music and his role in the Jackson 5, a group that revolutionized pop music, are being remembered fondly.
Tributes are pouring in as fans and fellow musicians celebrate his legacy and the significant impact he had on the music industry.
Yobe Govt Donates N100m to Support Borno Flood Victims
Yobe State Governor, His Excellency Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON, has extended a N100 million donation to the Borno State Government to aid victims of the recent Maiduguri floods. The announcement was made during a sympathy visit to Governor Babagana Umara Zulum in Maiduguri on Saturday.
In addition to the state donation, Governor Buni also pledged a personal contribution of food items worth N50 million to assist those affected by the floods. He described the humanitarian crisis as devastating and urged everyone to come forward with support.
“Yobe and Borno states are like twins, sharing similar hardships. We must stand by each other in times of need,” Buni stated.
The Yobe Governor also expressed condolences for those who lost their lives in the disaster and wished a quick recovery for the injured.
Governor Zulum expressed gratitude to Governor Buni and the people of Yobe State for their generosity and solidarity. He highlighted the strong bond between the two states, noting that Buni’s administration has further strengthened the unity between Borno and Yobe.
“The people of Yobe and Borno are one family, and this support reinforces that connection. We deeply appreciate the gesture,” Zulum said.
Atiku, Fubara Arrive Benin for PDP’s Edo Gubernatorial Campaign Finale
Ahead of the upcoming Edo State gubernatorial elections, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftains, including 2023 presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, have arrived in Benin for the party’s campaign grand finale.
Joining Atiku is Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, both of whom are in Edo to bolster support for the party’s candidate, Asue Ighodalo, ahead of the September 21 election.
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The grand finale rally, set to take place in Oredo, Benin City, marks the PDP’s final push to secure victory in the closely watched gubernatorial race.
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