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12/04/2025

FMC Nguru rated best among over 200 health facilities in Yobe

By Mohammed Kaka

The Federal Medical Centre Nguru, Yobe state has been rated best in terms of offering quality and affordable healthcare services in the state.

The Executive Secretary of the Yobe State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (YSCHMA), Dr. Babagana Tijjani gave the rating when he led other officials of the agency on a visit to the hospital on Friday.

According to him, the essence of the visit was to further create sensitization and to present the recently reviewed tariff and capitation by stakeholders as part of effort to improve the healthcare services in the State.

He described FMC Nguru as one of the best health facilities in the State compared to over 200 others.

He added that the Agency has never received challenges from the enrollees of the Centre despite the low prices of drugs or ceasing from offering services.

Responding, The Head of Clinical Services and Training of the federal medical center, Dr. Ukhasha Ibrahim who represented the Medical Director, Professor Hadiza Abdullahi Usman thanked the leadership of the agency for the visit.

He noted that the centre is a home to the YSCHMA for having the highest number of enrollees and secondary referrals compared to other HMOs that offer services at the Centre.

He also stated that there has been a cordial relationship existing between the two institutions which was attributed to the quality of free-for-service, capitation and prompt remittance of payment to the Centre.

Part of the event was the presentation of the revised service which showed an upward review cutting all the services by Dr. Isa Adamu.

During the visit, the Federal Medical Centre, Nguru, Yobe State and the Yobe State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (YSCHMA), signed a memorandum of understanding MoU.

The Head of Clinical Services and Training, Dr. Ukhasha Ibrahim signed on behalf of the Federal Medical Centre, Nguru while Dr. Babagana Tijjani signed for YSCHMA.

10/01/2025

Prof Ahidjo Commends Gov Zulum for constructing Borno State TH

By Mohammed Kaka

Borno state Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum has been commended for establishing and constructing a befitting Teaching Hospital for the state.

The Chief Medical Director of University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH), Professor Ahmed Ahidjo who made the commendation recently, described as a "necessity", the building of the tertiary health infrastructure which he noted will address health workforce shortage in the state and by extension, North-Eastern part of Nigeria.

Speaking in his capacity as the newly inaugurated Board Chairman of Sir Kashim Ibrahim University Teaching Hospital, Professor Ahmed Ahidjo observed significant disparity in the number of medical Doctors produced in the Northeast annually compared to its southern counterpart.

“If we look at the case study of South Western Nigeria, every state has a state teaching hospital and they produce more than 100 doctors annually in their state teaching hospitals.

“In the three main federal university teaching hospitals, they produce over 600 doctors annually", said.

Professor Ahidjo disclosed that in the South West, 1,200 doctors are produced annually, leaving the North East producing not more than 250 doctors annually.

Ahidjo expressed optimisms that the decision taken by Governor Zulum to actualize the state teaching hospital will impact economically and healthcare-wise.

He added that the decision will change the lives of millions of people in not only Borno state, but neighboring states.

The university of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital CMD while commending Governor Zulum for taking the right decision, stressed that the state teaching hospital is a necessity.

Ahidjo pledged the commitment of the Newly established Borno state Teaching Hospital to prioritize admission towards breeding its people to represent the state anywhere they found themselves.

"You have done so much sir, we have to thank you because building a university hospital is not a small project. I believe by now, it will be very clear as one of the most expensive projects embarked upon by the state government", the CMD stated.

He further said: "So much resources have gone into that and it’s there to stand time, a legacy project. Thank you for prioritizing the project".

Professor Ahidjo who also commended the Borno state government for allocating 15 percent of its annual budget, described Healthcare as the backbone of economic and educational development in every society.

18/08/2024

Yakubu Adamu: Transforming Bauchi State's Economy

By Usman Abdullahi Koli, ANIPR

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Bauchi State's economy, one name stands out for his exceptional leadership and innovative approach to financial management—Yakubu Adamu, the Commissioner of Finance. With a robust background in banking and a deep understanding of economic principles, Adamu has proven himself to be the right man for the job. His strategic initiatives and fiscal reforms are laying the foundation for sustainable growth and development in Bauchi State, ensuring that the state’s finances are managed with the highest level of professionalism and foresight.

Yakubu Adamu's journey to becoming Bauchi State's Commissioner of Finance is marked by an impressive career in the banking sector. Before his appointment, Adamu served as a bank manager, a role that equipped him with extensive experience in financial management, risk assessment, and strategic planning. His tenure in the banking industry honed his skills in managing large-scale financial operations, analyzing market trends, and implementing strategies that drive growth and profitability. These skills have become invaluable in his current role, where he oversees the financial affairs of one of Nigeria's key states.

Adamu's academic background in economics and finance further complements his professional experience. He is well-versed in economic theory and its practical applications, enabling him to make informed decisions that positively impact the state’s economy. His understanding of macroeconomic principles, combined with his hands-on experience in the financial sector, positions him as an ideal leader to navigate the complexities of Bauchi State's financial landscape.

Since assuming office, Yakubu Adamu has introduced several groundbreaking initiatives aimed at improving the financial structure of Bauchi State. His approach is both innovative and pragmatic, focusing on long-term economic stability and growth.

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19/07/2024

ASUP: Former HOD Mass Comm, Mal. Pali emerge ATAP Chairman

By Samuel Luka

The former Head of Department of Mass Communication, Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic (ATAP) Bauchi, Malam Nazif Abba Pali has been elected as the New Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) of the institution.

This is contained in a press statement made available to newsmen by his colleague in the mass communication department of the polytechnic, Mal. Abdul Burra yesterday.

Announcing the results of the election which took place on Thursday, the Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Malam Musa Yakubu said, Malam Nazif Abba Pali scored 114 votes to defeat Malam Rabiu Ibrahim who got 100 votes and Malam Sa'idu Ali who secured 85 votes.

In his acceptance speech, the new chairman expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah and his colleagues for their trust in him by voting him to lead the union.

He promised to come up with a united leadership that will design and implement policies and initiatives that will take the union and the Polytechnic to the higher level of development.

Malam Pali also called on his opponents to join hands with him to provide positive leadership to the union, saying all of them are winners in the election.

In his valedictory speech, the outgoing Chairman, Malam Dahiru Musa Abdullahi thanked members of the union for giving him and his colleagues, the mandate to serve for two terms and supported them to work unhindered.

He also commended Governor Bala Mohammed for the restoration of promotion implementation of staff, appointing Rector from and within the staff and construction of roads in the main Campus in Wuntin Dada.

Others elected include Auwal Abdullahi as Vice Chairman, Musa Ibrahim as General Secretary, Ibrahim Sule Fanti as Assistant General Secretary, Comrade Sama'ila Ali as Treasurer, Engr Muhammad Sa'id Saleh as Financial Secretary, Aminu Azare as Publicity Secretary and Mahmud Sa'idu Badara as Welfare Secretary.

21/04/2024

Inna lillahi wa inna illahir raji'un.

Allah ya yi rasuwa wa babbar Yayar mawallafin jaridar yanar gizo ta BAUSHETIMES Malam Mohammed Kaka, wato Malama Balkisu Abubakar.

Ta rasu ne a ciren daren ranar Lahadi ta na kwance cikin barci kuma rasuwar farat daya (Fuju'a) ta yi.

Za a yi jana'izarta da karfe 10am na ranar Lahadi 21/April/2024 a babban masallacin kofar Fadar Mai Martaba Sarkin Misau, Bauchi.

Ana gayyatar al'umma zuwa mata sallar jana'iza da kaita makwancinta na dindindin. Muna kuma roka mata addu'ar neman gafara a wajenku. Allah ya jikanta ya gafarta mata kura-kuranta kuma ya sanyata cikin aljanah madaukakiya.

03/04/2024

Maiduguri Varsity clears air on Lecturer's death, assures safety of campuses

By Mohammed Kaka

The management of University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) has clarified that the lifeless body of a Senior Lecturer with the department of Physical and Health Education, Dr. Abdulkadir Kamar was sighted in his office following an alarm raised by members of his family.

The University which made this known in a press release Monday, decried what it described as "numerous reports, rumours and misrepresentations, especially on the social media" regarding the recent death of the Lecturer.

"The attention of the management of University of Maiduguri was drawn to numerous reports, rumours and misrepresentations, especially on the social media regarding the recent, painful demise of Dr. Abdulkadir Kamar, a Senior Lecturer in the
Department of Physical and Health Education", the release read in parts.

According to the press release signed by the Director, Radio and Public Relations of the university, the management of the university on Monday, 1 April, 2024, received a report that the Lecturer's lifeless body was sighted in his office, following an alarm raised by members of his
family.

"We wish to clarify that on Monday, 1 April, 2024, Management received a report that his lifeless body was sighted in his office, following an alarm raised by members of his family", the university further noted.

It pointed out that the police and other security agencies have already launched an investigation
with a view to unravelling the circumstances surrounding the Lecturer's death.

The university management said in view of the gravity of the matter, Management advises all staff and students to remain calm and go about their normal, legitimate businesses.

The press release assured that the university management is working closely with relevant security agencies to get to the root of the matter.

It further assured parents, guardians and other stakeholders that the University campus remains safe and secured for teaching, learning and community service.

The university expressed appreciation over the numerous messages of sympathy and support from all its
stakeholders in university's moment of grief.

03/04/2024

Police arrest 23 yr old man for alleged r**e, so**my in Bauchi

By Samuel Luka, Bauchi

A 23 year old man, Sa**si Umar has been arrested by the operatives of Bauchi state police Command over alleged r**e of 10 year old mentally unstable boy (name withheld) in the state.

The suspect, police said is a garden egg seller who lured the innocent minor with a thirty naira (N30) sweet and asked him victim to accompany him to an isolated area behind the AIB filling station along Kofar Ran to defecate.

According to a crime bulletin made available to newsmen by the Command's Public Relations Officer, SP Mohammed Wakil in Bauchi yesterday, the suspect was arrested by operatives attached to Operation Restore Peace (ORP) Bauchi State Police Command on the 28th March 2024 at about 2100hrs.

The crime bulletin explained that, after the defection, the suspect asked the victim to undress his trouser to enable him see whether he cleaned his a**s or not.

According to Police, upon removing his (the minor) trousers, the suspect also removed his trousers, grabbed the victim from the back and had canal knowledge of him.

The crime bulletin further explained that the victim rushed to the manager of the filling station and informed him that the said suspect had canal knowledge of him.

SP Wakil said preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect hails from Jingino village, Gwaram Local Government Area of Jigawa state.

The findings by police also uncovered that the suspect who came to Bauchi state about two years ago has been hawking garden eggs at AIB filling station along Kofar Ran, Bauchi.

SP Wakil added, "it is also revealed that the suspect leveraged the unsound mental condition of the victim to perpetrate such a crime on him.

He said that the victim was rushed to the ATBU Teaching Hospital, Bauchi alongside the the suspect, where different tests were conducted on him to determine his health status.

Police stated that investigation is still in progress, after which the suspect will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation.

SP Wakil noted that the Commissioner of Police, Auwal Musa Mohammed enjoined parents, Guardians, and leaders wielding various degrees of influence to prevail on their wards and proteges to shy away from crime.

The CP also assured the good people of Bauchi State of his unrelenting commitment towards maintaining an aggressive stance against all forms of crime and criminality in the state.

02/04/2024

Why I am aspiring to serve as NMA Sec Gen 2024/2026 - Dr. Ben Egbo

By Mohammed Kaka

An aspirant for the position of Secretary General in forthcoming National election of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Dr. Ben Egbo has revealed the reasons behind his aspiration.

Dr. Egbo who stated his reasons in a document he made available to Baushe Times, said if given the opportunity as Sec Gen of the association, he will create conducive avenues for young Doctors to have direct and unfettered access to the NMA Secretariat.

According to him, he will use his position to engender deliberate actions, packages and projects to attract the young doctors to the NMA, thereby actualizing the “Bridge 2 mantra.”

He said if given the mandate, he will work to ensure a cordial and seamless working relationship between the SEC GEN and the NMA President, circulate minutes of the previous meetings well ahead for members to read and digest before coming for the meetings.

Dr. Ben Egbo further promised to if elected as Sec Gen, ensure meticulous attention to details of meeting procedures with efficient and efficacious handling of the secretariat correspondences as well as keeping records of the association and council as a gatekeeper of history without fear or favour.

He also pledged to ensure a peaceful atmosphere during National Executive council (NEC)/Annual Delegates meeting (ADM) proceedings to create room where members would disagree without being violently disagreeable.

He said in conjunction with the protocols, he will ensure that meetings are held in conducive atmospheres with good communication systems.

According to Dr. Egbo, the Secretariat of the association would be made safer and accessible to all Nigerian Doctors irrespective of status or age differences.

Dr. Ben Egbo also vowed to ensure that any document needed by a Nigerian Doctor is available within 24 hours both from the NMA and the MDCN, by establishing a seamless collaboration with the MDCN.

"I will ensure a digital NMA as have never been see before, a digital NMA that will enable members to access information fast and easy, as well as ensure free internet browsing for all members at all NMA meetings", he further promised.

The Aspirant for the position of Secretary General of the NMA added that he will campaign for efficient solar electricity source in at the NMA Secretariat and engender moves to replicate this in all NMA houses. He also promised to make the current NMA Website more interactive and user friendly where members can get real-time information on all activities of the association.

The Doctor said further that, he will ensure a Broad band Zoom link for all meetings for on line remote participations both within and outside the shores of our great Nigeria.

He said, in conjunction with the NOC, he will work to attract corporate sponsorship for the association's meetings.

"A situation where we spend more than 70% of our total revenue generated for meeetings is totally unacceptable. I hope to engender new templates for revenue drives for the Association, a situation where levies are imposed on our meagre and “anaemic” salaries in an anathema to productive medical practice", he said.

Dr. Egbo promised to engender robust communication with the NMA's affiliate members both within Nigeria and members in the Diaspora.

In the template of his vision, Dr. Egbo pledged to develop the NMA's marketing outfit to conserve funds and at the same time made it a veritable avenue to generating revenue.

He concluded by promising to develop a national register for all medical doctors, including those not actively practicing medicine (some are no longer interested in renewing their annual practicing licenses) for proper dissemination of information as well as serving as a reservoir for fund raising activities

25/03/2024

Students appreciates Senator Buba for settling JAMB registration fees

By Samuel Luka, Bauchi

To assuage the current harsh economic situation on the parents, Senator Representing Bauchi South senatorial district, Shehu Buba Umar has settled fees for several students sitting for the 2023/2024 Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination within his constituency.

Expressing their gratitude, some of the students that spoke with newsmen in Bauchi on Monday, said that the gesture had relieved their parents of the burden to pay for their JAMB examination as they kept struggling to put food on their tables.

Jabir Khalid, one of the beneficiaries who admitted that his parents couldn't pay for his JAMB registration because they had no money, thanked the senator for the gesture, including organizing JAMB lessons for them to help them pass the examination.

“Senator Buba came to my rescue and paid for me and many more students. I'm writing my exam on April 19, 2024,” he said.

Another beneficiary, Khadija Hassan who was elated by the gesture, said her parents tried and paid for the first JAMB examination she wrote but couldn't raise the money for this second one.

“I am privileged to be among the beneficiaries even though my parents are doing their best to see that I further my education because they paid for the first one but the second wasn't possible", she said.

Also, Abubakar Ibrahim, said that the senator had supported them by paying for their JAMB examination in this difficult time when things were hard especially, for the poor masses.

"Sen. Buba has shown us that he cares about our education to the extent of paying for our jamb examination fee and I am among the lucky beneficiaries", he added.

Also speaking, Mr Mohammed Dahiru, the Programmes Supervisor, said that the Senator had paid for the JAMB examination of not less than 350 selected science students in his constituency.

According to him, all the successful beneficiaries would also be sponsored by the Senator in any university of their choice within the country, urging them to be more serious and read well in order to triumph.

25/03/2024

Bauchi Zakaat distribution stampede: death toll rises to 7

By Samuel Luka, Bauchi

The number of people that died from the Zakaat distribution stampede in Bauchi metropolis has risen to seven.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Bauchi state police Command, SP Mohammed Wakil who gave an update on the incident on Monday said, seven people died in the stampede that occurred on Sunday.

"These are the number of people that died on the stampede yesterday and have been confirmed by medical doctors", the PPRO maintained.

He said, "as at the time we gave our report, it was four, but presently we have seven with their names and addresses".

SP Wakil gave the identities of the dead to include, Aisha Usman 'f' aged 13yrs of Gwang Gwang Gwang Bauchi, Sahura Abubakar 'f' aged 55yrs of Anguwan Bauchi and Aisha Ibrahim Abubakar 'f' aged 43yrs of Kobi Street Bauchi.

Others he said are, Khadija isah 'f' aged 8yrs of Karofi Bauchi, Maryam Suleiman 'f' aged 20yrs of kandahar Bauchi, Maryam Shuibu f aged 16 years Gwang Gwan Gwan Bauchi and Hassana Saidu f aged 53 years of Dutsen Tanshi Bauchi.

It can be recall that the death followed tragic Zakaat distribution stampede which occurred in the state on Sunday.

The crowd, largely women, old and young, married and unmarried as well as divorcees had gathered at the Jos road headquarters of A.A Shafa Company as early as 7am on Sunday for the distribution of the Zakaat items.

Reports indicated the distribution exercise which started orderly, later turned rowdy in which the people carrying out the task were overwhelmed by the surging crowd.

Eyewitnesses recounted scenes of horror as people struggled to escape the crush of the crowd, with many trampled underfoot in the frantic scramble to flee the area.

21/03/2024

IWD: NAWOJ collaborate UNICEF, SUBEB, enrolls 50 women in school

By Samuel Luka, Bauchi

The Bauchi state Chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has collaborated with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), State Universal Basic Education (SUBEB) as well as Al-Muhibba Foundation to enroll 50 women in school to enable them acquire education.

NAWOJ which collaborated with the three organizations to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day said 50 women have been trained on the importance of being educated to safeguard the home and society.

The training which held at the American space, Bauchi was attended by the women selected to be educated in addition to acquiring vocational skills to better their lives and that of their families.

In her remarks, the chairperson of NAWOJ, Rashida Yusuf, commended the women for their zeal to go back to school despite challenges.

She encouraged them to take the second chance of the education offered them serious pay attention during their studies.

She promised to work assiduously in ensuring that women journalists publicize their success stories.

“we are doing this training to touch the lives of these women since they want a second chance , they want basic literacy, maybe they have not done it due to one reason or the other and they are here willingly to see how they can improve, advance because the world is now changing", she said.

Rashid added that the women journalists are doing their best to ensure that issues affecting the women are brought to limelight.

“I am calling on journalists to always report the success stories of women so that we encourage others especially at the grassroots and also to advocate more priority issues that will put women in the centre of development", she stated.

In his remarks Umar Shira who represented UNICEF implementing partners, enjoined the women to be proactive, and embrace soft skills that will empower them financially.

He appreciated NAWOJ for the giant strides in alleviating the plight of women adding that the partners are ready to work with the association for the progress of the women.

21/03/2024

Bauchi flags-off distribution of N2b worth Ramadan palliative

By Samuel Luka, Bauchi

Bauchi state government has purchased grains worth two billion Naira for onward distribution across 20 Local Government Areas of the state as Ramadan palliative.

Governor Bala Mohammed of the state made this known when he flagged-off the distribution of the grains at the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa memorial stadium on Thursday.

The Governor who also announced plans for batch three of the palliation, explained: "Already, grains worth 2 billion naira have been purchased for distribution to beneficiaries for Ramadan period".

Bala further noted that the state government is committed to ensuring that the distribution process of the Ramadan palliative is conducted with utmost transparency.

Bala Mohammed who said, monitoring committee has been set up to supervise the exercise, commended President Bola Tinubu for his swift response to the hardship confronting the citizens.

He said the collaboration between the FG and state governments is a testament to collective commitment to provide succour and solace to the citizens.

Mohammed who observed that the rising cost of foodstuffs and inflation have placed a heavy burden on the citizens, explained that as a result of genuine concern for welfare and well-being of the citizens, the state government in collaboration with the Federal Government embarked on the intervention.

The Governor disclosed that the state government has received substantial contribution from the National Emergency Management Agency.

He added that contribution has also been received from the North East Development Commission and the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security to ensure citizens have access to essential food items during Ramadan.

Bala Mohammed informed that, in recognition of the importance of transparency and accountability in the initiative, the state government has set up a committee with critical stakeholders as members to coordinate the distribution.

Bala Mohammed who said that the committee has been tasked on fair and transparent distribution, enjoined the entire Muslim ummah in the state to use the period of Ramadan to pray for leaders on the current economic crises.

He said that the present government under his watch in the state is ready to participate in finding lasting solutions to the challenges facing the state and the country in general.

Earlier speaking, the chairman of the Ramadan palliative distribution committee and Chief of staff, Government House, Dr Aminu Hassan Gamawa noted that the palliative would go along way in alleviating the suffering of the beneficiaries.

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