By Hannah Akanta The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has kicked off a nationwide sensitisation campaign on the newly validated National Migration Policy (2025), signalling a decisive move toward tighter border control and enhanced national security. In Taraba State, the campaign was launched at the Service headquarters by the Comptroller of […]
By Cletus Nyashanko Well-spirited individuals, development partners, and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have been called upon to collaborate with the Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to support more vulnerable groups and internally displaced persons (IDPs) across the state. The Executive Secretary of the agency, Dr. Echuseh Audu made the call while briefing newsmen on […]
By Akanta Hannah The Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, in partnership with UNICEF, has organised a two-day training for journalists on promoting ethical standards in reporting stories that involve children. The training which took place in Gombe, with the theme “Ethical Journalism and Child Rights” brought together over 60 journalists from […]
By Hannah Akanta As the 17th Bethel Conference of the Christian Reformed Church-Nigeria (CRC-N) draws to a close in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State, Governor Agbu Kefas has expressed hope that the gathering will inspire deeper spiritual growth among believers. Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Chief Gebon Timothy Kataps, the […]
By Babangida Galleon Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has sworn in three new commissioners and a member of the State Independent Electoral Commission, charging them to be accountable and responsible in the discharge of their duties. In an event which took place at the Council Chambers, Government House Yola, Governor Fintiri explained […]
By : Aisha Mohammed Financial constraint, cultural norms and unprofessional conduct by health workers have been responsible for adolescent girls poor orientation and lack of knowledge on sexual and reproductive health services in Nigeria. In addressing these concerns, Stakeholders in the Adamawa State Health Sector encouraged Adolescent girls to always avail themselves […]
By: Aisha Mohammed Civil Society Organizations, CSOs, have been an essential catalyst for grassroots development by bridging gaps in state services, empowering marginalized communities and facilitating Local capacity building. They enhance livelihoods through skills training, promote democracy, advocate for policy changes and foster peacebuilding at the community level. A cross section of a […]
Hannah Akanta By Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the wife of the President, has announced plans to launch a National Community Food Bank Project whose primary objective is addressing child malnutrition and improving access to nutritious food for vulnerable groups across Nigeria. Senator Tinubu announced this during the distribution of food items to persons with disabilities […]
By Sakina Ahmed, When Salamatu fell sick during her pregnancy, she went to a public hospital in Adamawa State hoping to see a doctor and return home safely. Salamatu who has a hearing impairment struggled to explain her symptoms. “She didn’t know what she was doing,” Elizabeth Richard, a visually impaired woman who […]
By Yalson Harrison As the world joins to celebrate International Women’s Day, women in Adamawa State have been called upon to unite and throw their weight behind the proposed Special Seats Bill to boost female representation in politics. The Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Adamawa State Chapter, Felicia […]