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Engineer Waziri Usman Doma has successfully retained his position as the National Vice President of the National Association of Automobile Technicians (NATA), representing the North-East geopolitical zone, following the Association’s National Convention held in Abuja.

Engineer Doma, who is from Gombe State, emerged victorious during the convention, which also witnessed the election of the National President and other members of the National Executive Council of NATA.

His re-election is widely regarded as a reflection of the confidence and trust reposed in him by members of the Association across the North-East and the country at large. Stakeholders described his leadership as impactful, inclusive, and result-oriented, particularly in advancing the interests of automobile technicians in the region.

Speaking after his re-election, Engineer Doma expressed appreciation to NATA members for renewing his mandate. He pledged to remain committed to strengthening the Association, promoting professionalism, and enhancing capacity development among automobile technicians, especially in the North-East.

The national convention brought together delegates from across Nigeria to deliberate on issues affecting the automobile sector, review the Association’s progress, and chart strategies aimed at improving the welfare and professional standards of its members.

With the inauguration of the newly elected National President and other executives, NATA is expected to intensify efforts toward skill development, innovation, and collaboration with relevant stakeholders to advance the automobile industry in Nigeria.

Engineer Doma’s continued presence in the national leadership of NATA further underscores the growing influence of Gombe State and the North-East region within the Association’s decision-making structure and national affairs.

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Bayero University Kano (BUK) has elected Professor Haruna Musa Dambatta, FSI, as the institution’s new Vice Chancellor, following a transparent and widely praised electoral process held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

Professor Dambatta, a renowned scholar of polymer chemistry and the current Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics), emerged the clear front-runner after securing 853 votes in a hotly contested election involving five senior academic figures. The election was conducted during a well-attended Congregation Parley, a traditional forum that allows university staff to play a consultative role in leadership selection.

According to Professor Muhtari Ali Hajara, Chairman of the Electoral Committee, a total of 1,784 staff members were accredited to vote. The exercise recorded 17 invalid votes and 4 unaccounted ballots, signaling a strong turnout and high level of engagement from the university community.

The full results of the election are as follows:

Prof. Haruna Musa Dambatta – 853 votes

Prof. Mahmoud Umar Sani (former DVC, Management Services) – 367 votes

Prof. Sani Muhammad Gumel (former DVC, Academics) – 364 votes

Prof. Adamu Idris Tanko (former DVC, Academics and Administration) – 161 votes

Prof. Bashir Fagge – 18 votes

The outgoing Vice Chancellor, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, who presided over the parley, commended all candidates and participants, emphasizing that the electoral process reflected BUK’s enduring commitment to democracy, meritocracy, and institutional transparency.

> “This exercise is not just about choosing a leader—it is about strengthening the institutional culture of trust and collective responsibility,” Professor Abbas said.

He urged all contestants to rally around the eventual appointee and continue contributing to the university’s development.

While the final decision rests with BUK’s Governing Council, the congregation election accounts for 20% of the overall selection criteria, giving Professor Dambatta a significant advantage and strong endorsement from the university community.

The outcome has been met with widespread jubilation among staff, students, and alumni, many of whom describe Professor Dambatta as a progressive academic, deeply committed to innovation, inclusion, and institutional development.

His emergence is being hailed as a pivotal moment for the university, one expected to consolidate BUK’s legacy of academic excellence, research leadership, and administrative integrity.

If confirmed by the Governing Council, Professor Dambatta will become the next steward of one of Nigeria’s foremost federal universities, charged with guiding BUK through a new era of academic transformation and global competitiveness.

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The Gombe State Council of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) has announced their endorsement of Alhassan Yahya for the upcoming election of the union. As a show of support and confidence in his leadership abilities, the council also picked up the nomination form on his behalf.

According to the State Chairman of the union, Malam Faruk Mu’azu, Alhassan is known for his dedication to the field of journalism and his commitment to the betterment of the NUJ, hence his consideration as a strong deserving candidate for leadership positions within the organization.

Speaking during the presentation of the nomination form, Faruk, stated that Alhassan’s experience and passion for the industry make him a fitting choice for the role. He said, “Comrade Alhassan’s dedication to the profession and his unwavering commitment to the growth and development of journalism in Nigeria make him an exemplary candidate for this position. His leadership skills, vision, and passion for the union’s progress are undeniable”.

“As we present this nomination form, we affirm our confidence in Comrade Alhassan’s ability to lead the NUJ to greater heights. We believe in his capacity to unite, inspire, and empower journalists across the country. This momentous occasion is a testament to the trust and faith we have in Comrade Alhassan’s leadership. We invite you all to join us in this celebration and to support him on this noble journey,” Faruk stated.

Meanwhile, on his part, Alhassan Yahya appreciated the state council for the show of support and commitment. While commending the all chapels and members of the union in Gombe, he assured that his candidacy is for betterment of the union and all members.

Speaking further, Alhassan who was a former chairman of the union in his chapter and was later elected twice as the state chairman before his election as the zonal vice president , Northeast and currently occupy the position of the national deputy president of the union said, “I rose through the union’s ladder, I know the union and I know what is needed in the union”.

“If elected, we will introduce plans and take measures that will benefit journalists, especially in the area of training, welfare and insurance premiums,” Alhassan stated.