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  • I’m not joining Atiku’s coalition – Yobe gov, Buni declares

    I’m not joining Atiku’s coalition – Yobe gov, Buni declares

    Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni has said that he is not joining the opposition leaders’ coalition being spearheaded by former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar.

    This is contained in a statement issued by the Director-General, Press and Media Affairs, Alhaji Mamman Mohammed, in Damaturu on Saturday.

    NAN reports that a viral text message had claimed that Buni and four other APC governors had concluded arrangements to defect to the opposition PDP and join the coalition before the 2027 general elections.

    Mohammed described the viral message as baseless fabrications, unwarranted imagination and assumptions that did not cross path with reality in any way, shape and form.

    He said that at no time was the author of the text ever been close to the governor to think that he could attempt to predict the governor’s political movement.

    “Buni is no ordinary member of APC; he is not just an APC governor. He is APC in all ramifications, with APC flowing in his veins.

    “His contributions to building APC as a two-term National Secretary and National Chairman who chaired the party’s convention committee makes him unique and whose imagination of leaving the party cannot be speculated,” he said.

    Mohammed said that the author and his paymasters must have been interested in Buni’s political sagacity and only wished they would have the likes of the governor. It must be wishful thinking,” he said.

  • Buni emerges Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum Chairman

    Buni emerges Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum Chairman

    Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum.

    Buni was elected during an extra ordinary session of the governors meeting, on Friday in Maiduguri.

    The theme of the forum is: “Rebuilding the Lake Chad Basin: Consolidating Gains, Commitment to Peace, Cross-Border Cooperation, Security, and Sustainable Development for a Resilient Community”.

    In his acceptance speech, Buni pledged to serve with dedication and responsibility, and thanked his colleagues for the confidence reposed on him.

    He lauded President Bola Tinubu for his leadership and commitment towards ensuring peace, security and development in the region.

    “I wish to start by expressing my personal appreciation and profound gratitude of the government and people of Yobe State to Your Excellencies my colleagues the Governors of Lake Chad Basin region, delegates, as well as all other stakeholders for attending and also contributing to making this event a success story,” he said.

    The governor further expressed hope that the lessons and resolutions from the meeting would be implemented effectively.

    Buni emphasised the need for a robust partnerships, support and resource allocation to achieve the shared goals of building a better and prosperous region.

    He stressed readiness to collaborate with his colleagues and development partners to fast track sustainable social and economic development of the region.

    While commending the outgoing Chairperson, Ildjima Abdraman, Governor of Hadjer Lamis Province of Chad, Buni thanked the participants for their supports and wished them safe trip.

  • Yobe Gov, Buni approves N70k as minimum wage

    Yobe Gov, Buni approves N70k as minimum wage

    Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni has approved the payment of N70,000 minimum wage to civil servants in the state effective December 2024.

    This is contained in a memo signed by the governor, following recommendations by the committee on Minimum wage constituted by the state government.

    The committee had recommended for a reconciliation of local government finances to ensure a hitch free transition process of the local government councils from the existing salary structure to the new minimum wage.

    The reconciliation process which is nearing completion is expected to be concluded soon for approval, and quick enrolment of the local government employees into the new minimum wage salary structure.

    The committee had recommended for a reconciliation of local government finances to ensure a hitch free transition process of the local government councils from the existing salary structure to the new minimum wage.

    The reconciliation process which is nearing completion is expected to be concluded soon for approval, and quick enrolment of the local government employees into the new minimum wage salary structure.

    According to a statement signed by the spokesman to the governor, Mamman Mohammed, the Government expects civil servants in the state to reciprocate the gesture by putting in their best to ensure effective and efficient service delivery

  • Buni approves N70,000 minimum wage for Yobe workers

    Buni approves N70,000 minimum wage for Yobe workers

    Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe, has approved the payment of N70,000 new minimum wage for civil servants in the state.

    Buni, in a statement by his Director-General, Press and Media Affairs, Alhaji Mamman Mohammed, in Damaturu on Saturday, said the payment would take effect from December.

    According to Mohammed, the approval is contained in a memo signed by the governor, following recommendations by a committee on the minimum wage earlier constituted by the state government.

    “The committee had recommended for a reconciliation of local government finances to ensure a hitch-free transition process of the local government councils from the existing salary structure to the new minimum wage.

    “The reconciliation process, which is nearing completion is expected to be concluded soon for approval, and quick enrolment of the local government employees into the new minimum wage salary structure,” he said.

    The aide said that the state government expected civil servants to reciprocate the gesture by putting in their best towards effective service delivery.

  • I’m not opposed to LG autonomy – Yobe gov, Buni

    I’m not opposed to LG autonomy – Yobe gov, Buni

    Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe has said that his stance has showned he was not opposed to the idea on local government autonomy across the country.

    Buni disclosed this after casting his vote in the local government election at his polling unit in Buni Gari on Saturday.

    He said that his administration’s collaborative approach to local government councils was aimed at complementing their efforts.

    “In 2019, I envisioned granting autonomy to local government councils but unfortunately six out of 17 LGs struggled to pay salaries.

    “Our joint local government account initiative aims to support the LGs and work together with the state government,” he explained.

    The governor also expressed optimism about the future of local government autonomy in Nigeria.

    “Our democracy is growing and this issue will be addressed seamlessly and democratically without hitches,” Buni said.

    The governor commended the impressive turnout of voters at the local government election.

    “That is the beauty of democracy; giving people the right to cast their votes and that is what we have just witnessed,” he said.

  • Reports of attack on Buni false, misleading – APC

    Reports of attack on Buni false, misleading – APC

    The Yobe All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council has denied media reports of attack on Gov Mai Mala Buni of the state in Gashua Local Government Buni was alleged to have been pelted by some irate youths during a rally in Gashua town on Saturday.

    The Campaign Director-General (DG), Sen. Mohammed Hassan, made the rebuttal at a news conference in Damaturu on Sunday.

    He said, “ there was nothing like stoning as reported by a section of the media.”

    “ I can tell you that the turnout at the rally was unprecedented, and people from all over came to support the party, our governor and his achievements.”

    Also speaking, Alhaji Mamman Mohammed, Director-General Press and Media Affairs to Buni, said it was necessary to respond to the “ false, alarming and precarious report to avoid misleading the general public”.

    “ The rally witnessed a very large crowd ever seen in the political history of Gashua town. The tumultuous crowd were out to welcome the Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, Buni and members of the Campaign Council.

    “ Governor Buni walked freely through the crowd acknowledging cheers from the supporters as he walked to the podium.

    “ When it became obvious the podium was threatened to collapse with an overwhelming crowd, the DG of APC Campaign Council, Sen. Muhammad Hassan, stopped all speeches after the Senate President.

    “ He therefore ordered everyone to get down from the podium for safety before it collapses,” he said.

    Mohammed said the rally continued with dances and “ until all the dignitaries left, there was no breach of security and no one was attacked”.

    “ It was gathered that much later when the Governor and members of the Campaign Council had departed Gashua, two supporting groups were engaged in disagreements with threats to each other, but never degenerated to attack.

    “The publishers of the fake news only engaged in a futile attempt to create an impression of a bad relationship between the people of Gashua and the APC government in Yobe,” Mohammed said.

  • Buni directs Yobe Microfinance Bank to open branches in 17 LGA’s

    Buni directs Yobe Microfinance Bank to open branches in 17 LGA’s

    Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe has directed the state-owned Yobe Microfinance Bank to open branches in all the 17 Local Government Areas of the State.

    In a statement by Buni’s Director-General, Press and Media Affairs, Alhaji Mamman Mohammed in Damaturu on Saturday, the directive was part of measures to enhance access to banking services across the state.

    He said the lack of banks in most parts of the state had become a problem of grave concern.

    “The new cashless policy of the Central Bank of Nigeria came with lots of challenges to our people in most parts of the state due to the lack of banks.

    “Most local government areas do not have financial institutions and the residents have to travel far distances with heavy risks to conduct financial transactions.

    “The situation is further compounded with the new cashless policy and in spite of our plea to the commercial banks to open branches, there have been no responses.

    “As a government, we have looked inward to seek for solution that would rescue our people,” the governor was quoted as saying.

    Buni reassured the commitment of his administration to support the growth of the bank.

    He charged the management of the bank to prepare for the challenges that would come with the new branches, saying “you will have our full support.”

    The governor commended the bank’s management for the good performance in the last few years, saying, ”there was room for more improvement.”

    Buni called on the business community, civil servants and residents in the localities to patronise the bank and support it to stand the test of time.

  • Buni orders release of detained teenager who allegedly insulted him

    Buni orders release of detained teenager who allegedly insulted him

    Gov. Mai Mala Buni has directed the immediate release of a teenager detained by the police for allegedly insulting him.

    Buni stated this in a statement by his Director-General of Press and Media Affairs, Mamman Mohammed in Damaturu on Tuesday.

    The governor who said he was not aware of the arrest and detention, added that it was grossly unnecessary to arrest anyone for insulting or criticising him.

    “This is the price of leadership and we are fully conscious of it, therefore, l couldn’t have ordered nor condoned the detention of anyone.

    “Until someone drew my attention to it, l wasn’t aware of his arrest and detention, l have now directed his immediate release from detention” was quoted as saying.

    Buni, however, said that although his administration ran an open government, contributions and criticisms should be constructive and meaningful.

    “ Social media users are also reminded to be responsive and responsible, to respect the rights of everyone, political party, religious and socio-cultural differences, most especially as the political campaigns are ongoing,” he said.

  • Minor arrested for ‘insulting’ Mai Mala Buni on social media

    Minor arrested for ‘insulting’ Mai Mala Buni on social media

    A minor has been arrested by the Yobe police command for allegedly insulting the Yobe state Governor, Mai Mala Buni, on social media.

    The father of the 16-year-old minor, Garba Isa, revealed this when he publicly cried out for the release of his son on Monday. According to Isa, his son was apprehended on December 11 in Nguru and later transferred to the State Investigation Division of the Nigeria Police Force in Damaturu, the Yobe State capital.

    “I regret what my son did. I am nobody, an ordinary laundry man, what my son (Umar) did was totally wrong, I appeal to Governor Mai Mala Buni and the police on passionate grounds to forgive my son and release him” Isa who is a laundry worker told Channels TV.

    The state Commissioner of Police, Garba Haruna, who confirmed the incident said the minor is now in custody and will be charged in court when investigation is concluded.

    “When we conclude our investigation, he will definitely be charged to court. People are using social media to insult and tarnish people’s character, the society needs to be sanitised.

    You cannot use social media and begin to post all sorts of things. There is law and order in Nigeria, whoever infringes on someone’s right will be punished.” Garba was quoted as saying

  • Why Buni received Niger’s National Honour Award

    Why Buni received Niger’s National Honour Award

    Niger’s President, Mohamed Bazoum, has decorated Gov Mai Mala Buni of Yobe with the country’s National Honour Award.

    This is contained in a statement by Buni’s Director-General Press and Media Affairs, Alhaji Mamman Mohammed, in Damaturu on Sunday.

    He said the governor was decorated with the ‘Commandeur dans l’ordre du merite du Niger’ in Niamey, the capital of Niger Republic on Sunday.

    Bazum said the honour was in recognition of Buni’s contribution to bilateral, economic and social relationship between Nigeria and Niger Republic.

    He added that the award had placed the governor in a position of an ambassador who would strengthen relationship between the two countries.

    In his remarks, Buni expressed happiness for the award, saying that it would spur him to do more in the interest of the two neighboring countries.

    “Yobe shares international borders with Niger Republic, therefore, we will strengthen peace, peaceful coexistence, and economic prosperity among the border communities of the two countries,” he said.

    Mohammed said Buni was accompanied by the President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, members of the state Executive Council, members of the national and state legislature, among others.

    Buni had also received Nigeria’s National Honour of Commander of the order of the Niger (CON) in Oct.