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By Halilu Mohammed Teli  The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) in Gombe State has raised concerns over acts of vandalism at some of its intervention sites, warning that damage to project infrastructure could undermine efforts to tackle land degradation and climate-related challenges in the state. The State Project Coordinator, Dr. Sani Adamu Jauro, said reports indicated that protective fences installed around gully erosion control sites had been dismantled in some communities, threatening the sustainability of the facilities. “We have received reports that some individuals are removing the protective fences put in place to secure our gully erosion sites. This is unfortunate and unacceptable,” Jauro said. He spoke during a five-day stakeholders’ training on the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) held at the Command Guest House in Gombe, where government officials, traditional leaders, civil society representatives and community members gathered t...

The Gombe State Government has set aside over two billion Naira to address possible complaints arising from the implementation of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project. The State Project Coordinator, Dr. Sani Adamu Jauro, made this known while speaking to journalists on the sidelines of an ongoing stakeholders’ training on the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) in Bauchi. According to him, the approval was granted by Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya to ensure that all genuine grievances from prospective beneficiaries are promptly and transparently addressed during the course of project execution. Providing further insight into the grievance management process, Dr. Sani Adamu Jauro pointed to the Doma Gully Erosion Control Project as a practical example of how the system works. According to him, when construction activities began at the site, anxiety among nearby residents led to the submission of about 600 complaints.  The concerns ranged from fears o...

The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project has described the media as a critical partner in ensuring the success and sustainability of its interventions in Gombe State. Speaking on the second day of the five-day stakeholders’ training workshop on the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM), the Gombe State Project Coordinator of ACReSAL, Dr Sani Adamu Jauro, emphasised the importance of journalists in promoting transparency and safeguarding public projects. “The media remain strategic partners in the success of ACReSAL projects. Through awareness creation and responsible reporting, journalists help communities understand the value of these projects and the need to protect them,” he said. Dr Jauro added that ACReSAL appreciates the role of community leaders, traditional rulers, religious leaders and media organisations in sensitising the public. “We are proud of the support and cooperation we continue to receive from community stakeholders. Their involv...

By Halilu Mohammed Teli Stakeholders from across Gombe State converged at the Command Guest House, Bauchi, for a five-day training on the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) for projects under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) initiative. The gathering brought together traditional rulers, academics, community and religious leaders, legal experts, and journalists to deliberate on ways to strengthen accountability and justice in project implementation. The Gombe State Commissioner for Water, Environment, and Forest Resources, Alh Mohammed Sa’idu Fawu, who declared the training open, emphasised the importance of GRM in governance. He said: “The Grievance Redress Mechanism is a vital tool for ensuring that community voices are heard, respected, and acted upon. Institutionalising this mechanism will strengthen accountability and reinforce trust between government, project implementers, and beneficiaries.” Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the M...

Bichi First FC have confirmed the signing of five players as they strengthen their squad for the second stanza of the Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The new arrivals are midfielder Umar Sani (Sekarege) from Kano Pillars, central defender David Havilla from Elkanemi Warriors, striker Wasiu Jimoh from Kwara United, goalkeeper Itodo Akor from Gombe United, and left-back Gods Power from Ahzuba FC. The club say the additions underline their ambition to improve performances and compete strongly in the second half of the campaign. Bichi First FC welcomed the players and wished them success as they begin their journey with the team.

By Halilu Mohammed Teli  The Tinubu Support Organization  (TSO) has honoured Velocity Humanitarian Foundation and its founder Engr Aliyu Mohammed  with a prestigious award in recognition of their contributions to community service and support for the less privileged. In a statement issued following the presentation, the award recipient, Engr Aliyu Mohammed (Kombat),expressed profound gratitude to the organisation and its Director-General, Honourable Aminu Suleiman, describing the recognition as both humbling and encouraging. The recipient said the award serves as a strong motivation to continue promoting selfless service, compassion and dedication to humanity. “We are truly honoured to be acknowledged for the work we do in touching lives and supporting the less privileged. This recognition is not just for us, but for every volunteer, partner and supporter who believes in the mission of service to humanity,” the statement said. The foundation also commended the leadership ...

The Gombe State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening institutional collaboration and promoting sustainable development as it hosted the Commander of the 301 Artillery Regiment, Col. S.O. Beke, alongside representatives of Gombe State University (GSU) and farmers’ cooperatives on separate courtesy visits. The high-level engagements, held at the ACReSAL Project Office in Gombe, underscored growing partnerships aimed at enhancing climate resilience, agricultural productivity, and community development across the state. Support for Nigerian Army, NAOWA Speaking during the visit of the 301 Artillery Regiment, the State Project Coordinator, Dr. Sani Adamu Jauro, pledged ACReSAL’s support to the Nigerian Army through the provision of critical interventions, including water supply facilities and erosion control measures within military formations. Dr. Jauro also announced plans to provide livelihood support initiative...

By Halilu Mohammed Teli The Project Coordinator of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project in Gombe State, Dr. Sani Adamu Jauro, has commended Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in the state for their consistent support towards the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya. Dr. Jauro gave the commendation when four NGOs paid him a courtesy visit at the ACReSAL office in Gombe. The organizations included Kishimi Shelter and Care Foundation, the Cattle Dealers Association, Wuro Baduku Community Development Association, and Voice of Women in Nigeria. He described the visit as timely and strategic, noting that collaboration between government and civil society organizations remains critical to achieving sustainable environmental and socio-economic development in the state. According to him, the NGOs have distinguished themselves by aligning their activities with government policies, particularly in areas relating to climate resilience, environmenta...

Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, has inaugurated a series of bridges and road repairs in Gombe State under the Federal Government’s Emergency Special Intervention Project. The minister, who was represented at the ceremony by the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Gombe State Council, Faruk Mu’azu, said the intervention was approved by President Bola Tinubu to improve traffic flow and road safety in the state. The projects include newly constructed bridges along Ture in Kaltungo on the Gombe–Yola highway, the reinstatement of failed shoulders and repairs of washed-out sections on the Gombe–Bauchi Road, as well as work on the Gombe bypass at Bomala. In a message delivered on his behalf, Mr Umahi said the road was previously impassable, but the federal intervention has restored smooth movement for motorists. He said the bridges, carriageway underlay and shoulder reinstatements would enhance safety and reduce accidents. The minister also commended Pres...

By Halilu Mohammed Teli The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has donated professional work tools worth millions of naira and a cash sum of five million to journalists who sustained varying degrees of injuries in a motor accident while inspecting its projects in Bauchi State. The donation was presented at the NEDC State Office in Gombe and included high-definition Canon and Sony video cameras, tripods, Samsung Galaxy smartphones, and other essential equipment that were either damaged or lost during the accident. The five million cash support was provided to assist the affected journalists with medical expenses and recovery. Speaking at the presentation ceremony, the Minister of State for Regional Development, Alhaji Uba Maigari Ahmadu, commended the leadership of the commission for its swift and compassionate intervention. He described the gesture as timely and reassuring, noting that journalists play a critical role in promoting transparency, accountability, and public awarenes...

By Halilu Mohammed Teli  The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has commissioned its newly constructed state office in Gombe and completed the handover of several development projects executed across the state. The new office, located along Bauchi Road, was commissioned by the Deputy Governor of Gombe State, Dr Manassah Daniel Jatau, on behalf of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya. Other projects undertaken by the Commission were commissioned and formally handed over to the Gombe State Government by the Minister of Regional Development, Alhaji Uba Ahamadu Maigari. The projects include the Bogo Primary Health Care Centre, the Gombe Central Medical Store, four newly constructed lecture halls at Gombe State University, and the Faculty of Agriculture at the university’s Malam Sidi campus. Also commissioned were the reconstructed Ahmadu Gombe Secondary School in Jekadafari and a renovated ten-unit senior staff quarters at Government Science Secondary School, Gombe. Speaki...