Politics
NPC CHAIRMAN PAYS SYMPATHY VISIT TO GOVERNOR ZULUM IN MAIDUGURI
The Chairman of National Population Commission, Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra and his entourage visited the Executive Governor of Borno State, His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Zulum to express solidarity and sympathy with the government and people of Borno State over the devastating flood disaster that recently ravaged several parts of Maiduguri and its surrounding areas.
Hon. Kwarra, in his address to Governor Zulum, conveyed the NPC’s deepest sympathies and support during this challenging time.
He acknowledged the immense loss of life and property, highlighting the emotional and physical toll the disaster has taken on the community.
‘The flooding has resulted in significant damage to infrastructure and has disrupted the daily lives of countless residents.
“The National Population Commission shares in your pain, loss, and displacement,” he stated.
Kwarra stated that the Commission has super-imposed NPC building dataset generated from the Enumeration Area Demarcation exercise over the flood zone areas in Borno State and discovered that an estimated number of 129,900 buildings were affected by flood in which 55.8% of the affected buildings are residential while 43.5% are non-residential. He said that 96.83% of the affected buildings are privately owned while 1.24% are owned by the government. He further stated that the estimated number of households affected is 132,585 while the estimated number of persons affected is 700,701.
He expressed admiration for Governor Zulum’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of Borno’s residents, commending his leadership in providing relief and support to those affected by the disaster.
In a gesture of support, NPC Chairman announced a donation of 10 million Naira contributed by the Chairman, Federal Commissioners, Management and staff of the Commission to assist in the relief efforts and provide care for the affected flood victims.
Kwarra offered prayers for the strength and comfort of those who have suffered losses, emphasizing the importance of unity and resilience in the face of adversity.
“We are confident that under your guidance, Borno State will overcome this challenge and emerge stronger,” he concluded.
In response, Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum expressed his gratitude to NPC Chairman and his team for the visit of solidarity and the generous donation, noting that the gesture underscored the strong bond between NPC and Borno States and promised that the funds would be used to support those in dire need.
Concerning the NPC Borno State office that was ravaged by the flood disaster, the Governor promised to assist the Commission in rebuilding the damaged structures.
Hon. Kwarra’s team included the Federal Commissioner, Borno State, Barr. Isa Audu Buratai, Federal Commissioner, Akwa Ibom State, Chief Engr. Benedict Ukpong, Federal Commissioner, Kaduna State, Hajia Sa’adatu Garba Dogonbauchi, some directors and technical staff of the Commission.
The governments of Abia and Imo States have announced the launching of a joint security taskforce and surveillance along the Aba-Owerri expressway, starting from Owerrinta in Abia State all the way to Owerri, Imo State.
The launch followed recent attacks by criminals on the expressway, including kidnapping, armed robbery and other criminal activities.
The formation of the joint security taskforce and surveillance was announced by Ferdinand Ekeoma, the Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Media and Publicity.
His statement read in part: “Arising from a strategic emergency security meeting held today, 4th December, 2025, by the Governors of Abia and Imo Sates at the Imo State Government Owerri House, His Excellency Governor Alex Otti and His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodinma resolved to set up a joint security Taskforce that shall consist of Soldiers, Naval Personnel, Police Officers , DSS Personnel, and other Government Security Agencies.
“The joint security Taskforce shall, starting from tomorrow 5th December 2025, patrol the road 24 hours nonstop, while carrying out massive surveillance in the surrounding bushes using sophisticated drones and other modern security equipment.”
According to the statement, Governor Alex Otti commended the Governor of Imo State for arresting the criminals who carried out an attack on His advanced team and other passengers a few days ago.
“The two Governors, while assuring citizens plying the road on a daily basis and those returning home for Christmas of their safety and security, warn that there would be severe consequences for any criminal caught on the road going forward”, Ekeoma concluded.
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted to the senate two lists of 34 career and 31 non career ambassadors nominees for screening and confirmation.
Prominent names listed as non career ambassadors include Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.
Also listed as non career ambassadors nominees are Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Vice Admiral Ete Ibas, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator Nora Daduut, Fatima Ajimobi, and Senator Ita Enang among others.
The two lists brings to 68 number of persons nominated so far as ambassadors awaiting confirmation by the Senate.
Politics
PRESIDENT TINUBU FORWARDS NEW AMBASSADORIAL LIST TO SENATE, NOMINATES DAMBAZAU, IBAS, CHIOMA OHAKIM AND OTHERS
By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
4-DEC- 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has submitted a fresh set of ambassadorial nominations to the Senate, featuring a mix of distinguished public figures and seasoned professionals drawn from across the country.
Among the notable nominees are former Chief of Army Staff and ex-Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau; former Chief of Naval Staff and immediate past sole administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas; former senator Ita Enang; and Mrs. Chioma Ohakim, former First Lady of Imo State.
The President formally transmitted two comprehensive lists containing 34 career and 31 non-career ambassadorial nominees, bringing the total number of nominees awaiting Senate confirmation to 68.
The newly submitted lists mark another significant step in the administration’s ongoing diplomatic restructuring, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s representation and presence across global missions.
The Senate is expected to commence screening and confirmation proceedings in the coming days.
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