Najib Sani

Nigeria

Correspondent at Leadership Newspaper

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Articles

North-Eastern Varsity Raises Staff Salary, Secures Accreditation for Programmes

1 week ago | wikkitimes.com | Najib Sani

The North-Eastern University (NEU), Gombe, has approved an immediate 20% salary increase for all staff, including employees of its affiliate Pen Resource Academy, as part of efforts to boost morale and reward dedication. The NEU said this marks the third salary review in two years under the leadership of Pro-Chancellor Dr. Sani Jauro, following a 35% raise implemented in October 2023.
Borno South Forum Accuses Gov. Zulum of Marginalisation, Discriminatory Politics

1 week ago | wikkitimes.com | Najib Sani

The Borno South Stakeholders Forum (BSSF) has accused Borno State governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, of marginalisation and discriminatory politics against the zone in running the affairs of his administration. The BSSF made the allegation in a press statement issued by the Convener and Director General of the Forum, Ishaya Malgwi. According to him, the region has been marginalised in terms of infrastructure development, economic opportunities, and political representation.
Yiaga Africa Launches ‘Not Too Young To Run’ Hub In Gombe Varsity

3 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Najib Sani

As part of efforts to promote youth interest in politics, Yiaga Africa, a non-governmental organisation, launched the “Not Too Young To Run” hub at Gombe State University on Friday. Speaking during the event, the programme officer of Yiaga Africa, Olaniyo Sanusi, explained that the programme, supported by the Open Society Foundations, is a step towards promoting youth participation in politics and transforming Nigeria’s political culture.
OSPRE Initiates Peace, Resilience Project In 4 States

3 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Najib Sani

The Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience (OSPRE) has concluded its Safety, Peace and Resilience in Communities (SPARCs) project across eight local government areas in Anambra, Benue, Katsina and Plateau States. The programme, funded by the UK’s Integrated Security Fund and implemented in partnership with the Neem Foundation, was aimed at strengthening early warning, response and resilience systems at the grassroots.
Gombe Easter Tragedy: Police To Arraign Truck Driver For Dangerous Driving

3 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Najib Sani

The Gombe State Police Command has disclosed that it has finished investigation into the fatal accident involving a truck driver who rammed his vehicle into a crowd of Christians staging procession in celebration of Easter Monday in Billiri local government area of the State. LEADERSHIP reports that the incident led to the death of five persons while 21 others sustained injuries.
Gombe Gov Donates N10m To Families Of Billiri Easter Tragedy Victims

3 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Najib Sani

Gombe State governor, Inuwa Yahaya, has donated the sum of N10 million to the families of those who lost their lives during the Easter procession accident that occurred in Billiri local government area of the state. LEADERSHIP recalls that a truck driver ran into a crowd of Christians staging procession on Easter Monday where five persons were killed and many others sustained injuries.
Pandemonium As Truck Hits Easter Celebrants, Kills 5 In Gombe

3 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Najib Sani

There was pandemonium in the Billiri local government area of Gombe State as a driver of a heavy-duty truck popularly known as ‘trailer’ on Monday lost control, ran into some Christians on the street, celebrating Easter. It was said that the trailer transporting grains from Adamawa State to Gombe lost control due to brake failure while approaching a gathering of Christian faithful who were on procession to celebrate the Easter season in Billiri town.
Gombe Gov't Probes Billiri Easter Tragedy As Gov Yahaya Mourns Victims

3 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Najib Sani

Gombe State governor, Inuwa Yahaya, has ordered an investigation into the tragic accident that occurred during an Easter procession in Billiri local government area of the State on Monday, which resulted in the loss of five lives and injuries to many others. This is as the governor also expressed deep sorrow and concern over the tragic incident.
PICTORIAL: Pandemonium As Truck Hits Easter Celebrants, Kills 5 In Gombe

4 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Najib Sani

There was pandemonium in Billiri local government area of Gombe State as a driver of a heavy-duty truck popularly known as ‘trailer’ on Monday lost control and ran into some Christians celebrating Easter. It was gathered that the truck which was transporting grains from Adamawa State to Gombe State lost control as a result of brake failure while approaching a gathering of Christians faithful who were on procession to celebrate the Easter Monday in Billiri town.
Defections Hit APC, PDP In Gombe

4 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Najib Sani

Mass defections have rocked the major political parties in Gombe State, as 1,083 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Lawanti town of Akko local government area of Gombe State left for the Social Democratic Party (SDP). The new decampees were said to have been inspired by a renowned politician in the area, Honourable Usman Barade El-Lawanti, who recently also joined the SDP.