Hussaini Jirgi

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Ganduje Visits Yobe Over Boko Haram Attack

5 days ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

National chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, has visited Yobe State to condole with Governor Mai Mala Buni and the people of the state over the recent Boko Haram attack in Gujba local government area. Ganduje commended Governor Buni’s efforts in maintaining peace and fostering development in the state despite security setbacks. He reiterated the party’s solidarity with the state in its trying times.
Buni Visits 27 Task Force Brigade, Donates N50m

6 days ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has visited the Headquarters of the 27 Task Force Brigade, Buni Gari, to sympathise with the formation over the recent attack by suspected Boko Haram Members. Governor Buni described as unfortunate the resurgence of insurgency and the attack on security formations.
COAS Oluyede Visits Yobe As Gov Buni Seeks Enhanced Synergy To Combat Insecurity

1 week ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

Yobe State governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has called for an enhanced synergy between the Nigerian Army and Air Force in the fight against terrorism and other crimes in the country. He made the call on Wednesday when he received the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, who paid him a courtesy call at the Government House, Damaturu.
Army Engages ISWAP In Yobe

1 week ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) insurgents stormed Buni Gari town of Gujba local government area of Yobe State on Friday night, two days after the North East Governors’ Forum meeting in Damaturu on security issues, poverty and poor road infrastructure in the region. A security source who confirmed that the incident occurred at midnight on Friday, said the attackers burnt some parts of the 27 Brigade Tactical Headquarters, Buni Gari.
ISWAP Attacks Yobe Military Base 2 Days After North-East Govs' Meeting

1 week ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

Terrorists of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) stormed Buni Gari town of Gujba local government area of Yobe State around 12 midnight on Friday. The attack occurred two days after the meeting of the North East Governors’ Forum in Damaturu where the governors deliberated on security issues, poverty and poor road network in the region.
Buni Holds Security Council Meeting Ahead Of NEGF Meeting

2 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

Yobe State Governor Hon Mai Mala Buni has summoned the head of the state’s security agencies ahead of the North East Governors Forum (NEGF) meeting in Damaturu. The meeting was meant to sustain collaboration among the security agencies and other stakeholders and ensure that the governor’s meeting was hitch-free and peaceful.
Yobe APC Commends LG Boss Over Projects

2 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Damagum of Fune local government area of Yobe State, have commended the chairman of the local government, Hon Baba Goni Bade, for his developmental strides in the area especially the Solar Boreholes and health care facilities.
Yobe: YEMABUS Urges Residents To Utilise Emergency Ambulance Rescue Services

2 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

The executive secretary of Yobe State Emergency Medical Ambulance (YEMABUS), Dr Abdullahi Danchua, has called on residents, community leaders, and stakeholders to utilise its 24/7 rescue services, accessible via the toll-free number 112 or the alternative line 09169981792. Speaking to journalists, the executive secretary disclosed the importance of saving the emergency contact numbers for prompt use during emergencies.
Buni Will Not Join PDP - DG

2 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has categorically denied rumours circulating on social media of an alleged plan to join the People Democratic Party (PDP) before the forthcoming general elections in 2027. He made the denial in a press statement signed by his DG, press and media affairs, Mamman Mohammed, which was made available to journalists weekend in Damaturu, the state capital. According to the statement, “My attention has been drawn to a purported release attributed to one George Udom.
Gov Buni Distributes Rice To Women, Youth Groups

2 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Hussaini Jirgi

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has approved the distribution of 1,500 bags of rice and other food items to 47 youth and women groups, and other vulnerable groups in the state. Governor Buni said the programme targeted 1,000 households as provided by the groups across the state.