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Weekly Press Review 01-07 August, 2025
Gunmen abduct 60 in northern Nigeria, kill villagers in overnight raids | Reuters ABUJA, Aug 6 (Reuters) – Gunmen abducted at least 45 women and children in an overnight raid […]
Farmers Urged to Leverage Expert Advice for Improved Agribusiness
As the rainy season approaches, farmers are encouraged to consult experts on weather patterns and farming activities. By leveraging expert advice, farmers can improve crop yields
Parents’ negligence a major factor in the high rate of school dropouts
high rate of school dropouts Negligent parents, the lack of sanitation, hunger and insecurity are just some of the reasons so many children in Maiduguri drop out of school. RNI […]
Blind father begs governor to change his mind about closing IDP camps in Maiduguri
Internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Maiduguri are very concerned about their children’s education because of the governor’s decision to close all camps in the city and return the residents to […]
Open defecation a major health hazard
Open defecation – and lack of sanitation and hygiene – is a serious health hazard that can cause various diseases, the most common of which are diarrhoea and intestinal worm […]
The 10-month power blackout is forcing businesses in Maiduguri to shut up shop
It has been a dark 10 months for residents and businesses in Maiduguri – and it doesn’t look as if there is any light at the end of the tunnel.
Herdsmen will fight to the death if farmers confront them
Farmer-herder conflicts, which used to be most prevalent in southern Nigeria, are now becoming more common in Borno State in the northeast. Once the sedentary farmers have planted their seeds, […]
Uncertain future scares IDPs in Maiduguri as evacuation deadline looms
Some internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Maiduguri have already started packing up their belongings to meet the December 31 deadline set by the Borno State government for their evacuation from […]
It’s hit and miss for commuters at congested Custom Market
Street traders at the hugely busy and congested Custom Market in Maiduguri in Borno State are making it a nightmare for commuters to get anywhere. They trade on the pavements […]
