EVENTS
Nigeria’s World Bank Country Director Dr. Diop Visits Borno On Flood Assessment
The World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Dr. Ndiame Diop, arrived in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, on a two-day working visit on Monday.
Dr. Diop was in Maiduguri to inspect World Bank-funded school projects and other facilities impacted by the September 10 flood disaster in the area, and expected to commission some educational projects executed by governor Babagana Umara Zulum.
The World Bank country Director, was received at the Muhammadu Buhari International Airport in Maiduguri by the commissioner of education, science, technology, and innovation, Lawan Abba Wakilbe, and the Chief Adviser to Governor Zulum Dr. Mairo Mandara.
The august visitor was treated to a vibrant cultural display by the major tribes of Borno.
During the visit, the Commissioner accompanied Dr. Diop on tours of key educational facilities, with the first port of call at Government Technical Secondary School Njimtilo, assessing the students at work.
The ln to Government Day Secondary School Bulumkutu and the ongoing AGILE School project at Abubakar ibn Garbai layout (formerly Tudun Wada) had the delegation briefed adequately.
The delegation also assessed reconstruction proposals for flood-damaged facilities at the Kullogumna Junior Secondary School with a display of plans for reconstruction.
The Government Technical College Goni Kachallari and the Borno State Vocational Enterprise Institute in Muna were the last visited by the delegation.
At each location, Commissioner of Education Lawan Abba Wakilbe provided detailed updates on the progress achieved and the challenges encountered.
Dr. Diop’s observations and contributions during the assessments reflected a strong commitment to ensuring the alignment of World Bank funds with impactful and sustainable projects.
Accompanying the commissioner during the receiving of Dr. Diop included the Special Adviser on education to the governor of Borno State, Hon. Abubakar Tijjani; MCRP Coordinator Hon. Babazanna Abdulkarim: and the AGILE Coordinator Engineer Ibrahim Baba and host of other top government officials.
EVENTS
EID-EL-FITR: IGP DISU FELICITATES MUSLIM FAITHFUL, ORDERS NATIONWIDE DEPLOYMENT OF TACTICAL ASSETS
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr.
In furtherance of his commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment during the festive period, the Inspector-General has directed Commissioners of Police and Tactical Commanders across all states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory to implement robust security arrangements.
Operational measures include:
Strategic deployment of tactical teams and intelligence operatives.

Deployment of the Special Intervention Squad and conventional police personnel to Eid prayer grounds and critical infrastructure.
Increased presence at highways, motor parks, recreational centers, and other public spaces to ensure peaceful, hitch-free celebrations.
The IGP has also ordered heightened visibility policing, coordinated patrols, enhanced surveillance operations, and intelligence-led stop-and-search duties. These actions are aimed at proactively deterring criminal activities and ensuring a swift response to any emerging threats.
IGP Disu calls on members of the public to remain vigilant, cooperate with law enforcement agencies, and promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the following emergency lines:
08057000001, 08057000002, 09133333785, and 09133333786.
IGP Tunji Disu wishes all Muslim faithful a peaceful and joyous Eid-el-Fitr.

DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID psc(+) mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
20th March, 2026
EVENTS
Hon Success Opara celebrates Mothering Sunday with St. Peter women, hails them as the ‘neck that controls the household
Hon Success Opara, former councilorship candidate for Ikenegbu Ward 2, celebrated Mothering Sunday with the women of St. Peter Anglican Church, Ikenegbu, extolling them as the backbone of their households.
He described them as the “neck that controls the household,” acknowledging their vital role in shaping families and communities.
Opara’s gesture is seen as a testament to his commitment to uplifting and empowering women.
The celebration, which coincided with the Christian observance of Mothering Sunday, featured fellowship and words of encouragement from Opara, who prayed for the women’s well-being.
This event highlights the importance of recognizing and appreciating mothers and mother figures in Nigerian society.
EVENTS
“Early marriage is better than fornication” – Mixed reactions as young Nigerian couple trends after welcoming a child
A young Nigerian couple are currently trending on Arewa social media circles after they welcomed their first child.
The pictures taken by a Kaduna-based photographer have sparked mixed reactions, with some people saying that the girl is underaged and not old enough to be a wife and mother.

-
Business1 year ago
US court acquits Air Peace boss, slams Mayfield $4000 fine
-
Trending1 year agoNYA demands release of ‘abducted’ Imo chairman, preaches good governance
-
Politics1 year agoMexico’s new president causes concern just weeks before the US elections
-
Politics1 year agoPutin invites 20 world leaders
-
Politics1 year agoRussia bans imports of agro-products from Kazakhstan after refusal to join BRICS
-
Entertainment1 year ago
Bobrisky falls ill in police custody, rushed to hospital
-
Entertainment1 year ago
Bobrisky transferred from Immigration to FCID, spends night behind bars
-
Education2 years ago
GOVERNOR FUBARA APPOINTS COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR KEN SARO-WIWA POLYTECHNIC BORI
