Celebration
Yobe State Marks International Women’s Day with a Call to End Gender-Based Violence
By Abubakar Rabilu
Yobe State joined the global community in celebrating International Women’s Day with an event organized by the Ministry of Women Affairs in collaboration with UN Women and UNFPA.
This year’s theme, “Accelerate Action: Advancing Women’s Rights for a Sustainable Future,” set the tone for impactful discussions and renewed commitments to addressing gender inequality and violence against women.
Delivering a goodwill message, Ambassador Fatima Muhammad Paga, the UN Women Focal Person to the Executive Governor of Yobe State, emphasized the importance of the day as a call to action.
She urged all stakeholders, including the government, traditional institutions, and religious leaders, to work collaboratively in advocating for the reduction of gender-based violence and the promotion of women’s rights.
The event featured a panel discussion led by Miss Maryam Aje Wakili, bringing together prominent women activists, government officials, and international partners.
The panel explored strategies and defined the roles of women-led networks, governmental bodies, and donor agencies in fostering gender equality and combating gender-based violence.
Key discussions focused on achieving gender parity, enhancing women’s inclusion in governance and politics, and addressing systemic barriers to women’s rights.
Participants shared actionable insights and pledged collective efforts to create a society where women can thrive free from discrimination and violence.
This year’s celebration underscored the critical need for sustained advocacy, resource allocation, and community engagement to ensure the reduction of gender-based violence and the advancement of women’s rights.
As the world reflects on progress made, the call to action is clear: build a sustainable future where every woman’s rights are respected, and her potential is fully realized.
Celebration
Gombe: Community To Hold 2026 Maulud Of Sheikh Dan Alkali Today
By Our Correspondent
The people of Gombe State are set to gather today, Saturday, September 12, 2026, for the 2026 Mauludin Sheikh Dan Alkali, a religious gathering aimed at commemorating the birth and exemplary life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
The event is scheduled to take place from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the residence of Hon. Mustapha Usman Hassan in Bagadaza area of Gombe metropolis.
According to the organisers, the gathering is expected to bring together members of the community and other well-wishers to reflect on the teachings, virtues and exemplary leadership of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
The organisers said the event is not only intended to promote religious devotion but also to reinforce the values of unity, mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and good leadership among members of the society.
They further emphasised the importance of unity and cooperation in fostering peace, development and social progress in Gombe State.
In a message issued on behalf of the Ambassadors of Senator Saidu Ahmed Alkali, members of the public were urged to attend the gathering and participate in the spiritual and community activities.
The message also called for prayers for the acceptance of the people’s acts of worship, the success and blessings of the gathering, as well as greater unity among the people.
The organisers prayed to Allah SWT to grant wisdom to the nation’s and state’s leaders and bless Gombe State with lasting peace, stability and sustainable development.
The event is being coordinated by the Mauludin Dan Alkali Committee, chaired by Yusuf Dahiru Mahdi Pantami.
The gathering is expected to provide an opportunity for participants to strengthen their faith, renew their commitment to the teachings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and promote peaceful coexistence and unity within the community.
Celebration
Hamma Saleh Felicitates Nigeria at 65, Gombe at 29, Reaffirms Commitment to State Development
By Our Correspondent
Alhaji Abdulkadir Hamma Saleh Dokajin Nafada has congratulated Nigerians on the country’s 65th Independence anniversary and the people of Gombe State on the 29th anniversary of the state’s creation.
In a goodwill message conveyed through his Director of Media and Publicity under the auspices of the Hamma Saleh Foundation, the politician prayed for peace, unity, and continued progress in both Nigeria and Gombe State.
Hamma Saleh urged the people of Gombe to remain united and continue living together in harmony, stressing that only through collective efforts can the state achieve meaningful development.
He also extended his felicitations to members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Gombe, particularly the executives across the 11 Local Government Areas and 114 wards of the state, on the twin celebrations.
Reiterating his commitment to human and community development, Hamma Saleh promised to sustain and expand the impact of his foundation, which has continued to touch lives across various sectors.
According to him, the Hamma Saleh Foundation will remain a platform for improving the quality of life for the people of Gombe State through initiatives that foster education, health, empowerment, and social welfare.
“Gombe can only continue to grow if we embrace peace, unity, and shared responsibility. My foundation will not relent in its mission to support the people in diverse areas of human endeavor,” he said.
The dual celebrations of Nigeria’s independence and Gombe’s creation, Hamma Saleh noted, should serve as a reminder of the importance of solidarity, resilience, and purposeful leadership for the prosperity of all.
Celebration
Maulud 2025: Hamma Saleh Preaches Unity, Spends Millions Supporting Gombe Celebrants
By Our Correspondent
Alhaji Abdulkadir Hamma Saleh, the Dokajin Nafada and Director of the Hamma Saleh Memorial Foundation, has called on the people of Gombe State to embrace peace, unity, and harmony.
He made the appeal in a press statement made available to journalists in Gombe during the 2025/1447 Maulud celebration, marking the birth of the beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Hamma Saleh urged Muslims and adherents of other faiths to pray for Gombe State and Nigeria, particularly in light of the current economic challenges facing the nation.
Reaffirming his commitment to community development, he pledged to continue supporting his people through the Hamma Saleh Memorial Foundation.
In the spirit of the Maulud, Hamma Saleh spent millions of naira to provide food, water, and other essential items for celebrants.
He also sponsored special programs on radio and television stations to promote the teachings of the Prophet and strengthen the spirit of togetherness.
He further promised to continue supporting all religious activities across Gombe State, irrespective of faith.
His gesture, widely commended across the state, reinforced his reputation as a philanthropist dedicated to the progress and well-being of the people of Gombe.
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