By Jamilu Abubakar The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Gombe State Government have called for sustained investment in nutrition during the first 1,000 days of life as a lasting solution to child malnutrition, poor learning outcomes and low productivity. Speaking at the launch of the Preventing Malnutrition in the First 1,000 […]
By Fidelis Jockthan Musiliu Oseni The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has convened a regional seminar for High Court judges from Adamawa and Taraba States, aimed at deepening judicial understanding of the newly enacted Electricity Act 2023. The three-day seminar, themed “Nigeria Electricity Law: Regulation and the Courts,” is designed to expose judges to […]
By Jawati Friday Youths in Adamawa State have been encouraged to embrace continuous learning, develop entrepreneurial mindsets, acquire digital and technical skills, and remain resilient in the face of societal challenges. The Commissioner for Entrepreneurship Development, Hammajumba Gatugel, gave the advice during the 2026 World Youth Skills Day celebration held in Yola. Commissioner for Entrepreneurship […]
By Lawan Ahmed The Today for Tomorrow (TFT) Initiative has called for the implementation of policies that will strengthen women’s participation in peacebuilding, climate resilience, conflict prevention, and decision-making processes across Adamawa State. The call was made during a press briefing organized to mark the close of the ‘Her Response Counts Project,’ implemented in […]
By Jawati Friday The Adamawa State Government has distributed financial assistance alongside food and non-food relief materials to victims of the recent communal clash in Lamurde Local Government Area of the state. Presenting the items to the victims, the Deputy Governor of Adamawa State, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, urged residents, particularly youths, to embrace dialogue, […]
By Babangida Galleon The Adamawa State Government has banned all illegal mining activities in Lamurde Local Government Area, and has assured residents of Chobo and Bachama communities of decisive steps to restore lasting peace in the area. Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri announced the ban at the Government House, Yola, while receiving the preliminary […]
By Bamanga Abdullahi The slaughter and trade of donkeys is not peculiar to Adamawa State, as the practice has existed for years in several parts of northern Nigeria. However, growing international demand for donkey skins has increased attention on the business and concerns over its regulation. A Radio Nigeria investigation examined the […]
By Abubakar Musa Waziri A Non Governmental Organisation Sharing Education and Learning for Life (SELL) Foundation Nigeria has convened a stakeholders’ forum to address the overlooked mental health consequences and discrimination against Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). Radio Nigeria observed that speakers at the forum condemned policies that enrich the treasury while impoverishing the […]
By Aisha Mohammed Communal crises have continued to displace families, destroy critical infrastructure, disrupt farming, economic activities, and undermine livelihoods across northeastern Nigeria, with women, children and petty traders among the worst affected. To support conflict-affected communities, the North East Development Commission was established to provide humanitarian assistance, rebuild damaged infrastructure and help […]
By: Aisha Mohammed In a strategic move to boost its digital presence and enhance operational efficiency, Radio Nigeria North East Zonal Station, Bauchi, has organized a one-day in-house training on website maintenance and social media management. The training, designed for staff of Fombina FM, Yola, aimed to equip participants with modern digital tools […]