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Public Structures Named After Buhari In Borno [Full List]

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, last Thursday, named the University of Maiduguri after late former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari.

It was reports that Tinubu renamed the varsity in honour of Buhari at a Special Federal Executive Council (FEC) Session held at the State House.

This is not the first public property in Borno State named after President Buhari, although he hails from Daura, Katsina State.

The PUNCH highlights five key public assets in Maiduguri, the state capital, named after the former president.

1. General Muhammadu Buhari International Airport, Maiduguri

Formally known as Maiduguri Airport, the Tinubu-led Federal Government in 2023 changed the name to General Muhammadu Buhari International Airport alongside 14 others with new nomenclatures.

The decision was contained in a memo directed to all Heads of Operations of FAAN and titled, “Naming of Federal Airports in favour of some prominent Nigerians,” by the Federal Ministry of Aviation dated June 1, 2023.

The memo signed by the Director of Airport Operations, Mrs Joke Olatunji, read, “I am directed to refer a memo with reference number, FMA/T4464/7090/T7B/647 from FAAN on the naming of some federal airports after notable Nigerians.

“The renamed airports include Akure Airport – Olumuyiwa Bernard, Benin Airport – Oba Akenzua II, Dutse Airport– Muhammad Nuhu Sanusi, Ebonyi Airport – Chuba Wilberforce Okadigbe, Gombe Airport – Brigadier Zakari Maimalari, Ibadan Airport – Samuel Ladoke Akintola, Ilorin Airport – Gen. Tunde Idiagbon, Kaduna Airport –Hassan Usman Katsina, Maiduguri Airport – Gen. Mumammadu Buhar, Makurdi Airport – Joseph Sarwuan Tarka, Minna Airpor – Mallam Abubakar Imam, Nassarawa Airport – Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio, Osubi Airport – Alfred Diete Spiff, Port Harcourt Airport – Obafemi Jeremiah Awolowo and Yola Airport – Lamido Aliyu Mustapha.”

2. Muhammadu Buhari Trauma Centre, Maiduguri

Located inside the premises of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, the 150-bed capacity trauma centre was inaugurated virtually in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic by Buhari

3. Muhammadu Buhari Academy, Maiduguri

Inaugurated in 2019, the Muhammadu Buhari Academy, a boarding school situated along the bypass of Baga Eoad, was constructed for children who became orphans as a result of Boko Haram activities.

The 60-classroom capacity structure and seven blocks of hostels were constructed by the former Governor, Sen. Kashim Shettima, now Vice President and completed by the incumbent governor, Babagana Zulum.

It is believed that the educational facility was named after the late President because of his commitment to the fight against insurgency in the state and the Northeast region.

4. University of Maiduguri’s Senate Building, Maiduguri

Built by TETFund and inaugurated on Monday, July 16, 2018, the edifice serving as the Senate Building of the institution was named after Buhari.

The building is located close to the entrance fence of the school and can be seen from a short distance while driving the main road outside the campus.

5. Muhammadu Buhari University, Maiduguri

The University of Maiduguri was established in 1975 as one of Nigeria’s second-generation universities, part of the Third National Development Plan that spanned between 1975 and 1980.

The Federal Government established the institution to make it a principal higher-education hub in the country.

In its first academic year, the university enrolled 743 students across three faculties: Arts and Education, Science, and Social Science & Law. By 1978, the number of faculties expanded to six with the creation of the Faculty of Agriculture and the separation of the Faculty of Law from Social Sciences.

On July 17, at the FEC meeting, Tinubu announced that the institution will be renamed after Buhari.

The decision, according to him, is part of the government’s recognition and honour for his service to the nation.

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FBI offering $100,000 reward for information to arrest Charlie Kirk’s k!ller

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The FBI is offering up to a $100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the sho0ter of right-wing activist, Charlie Kirk.

Kirk, 31, was assassinated on Wednesday during an event at Utah Valley University. The offer of a reward comes after the FBI released photos of a person of interest in the case.

The images show what the FBI described as someone of an age to have “blended in well with a college institution.” The individual in a photo provided by law enforcement was wearing a hat and sunglasses along with an American flag T-shirt with an eagle on it.

“The FBI is offering a reward of up to $100,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the individual(s) responsible for the murd£r of Charlie Kirk,” the bureau wrote on the social platform X.

“We do have good video footage of this individual,” Utah Department of Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason said in an early Thursday morning press conference.

“If we’re unsuccessful in identifying them, immediately, we will reach out for the public’s help and the media’s help in pushing those photos.”

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‘Obi of Lagos’ N1.5bn palace unveiling was a scam– Police give update

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The Lagos State Police Command says the ongoing investigation into the activities of the self-acclaimed Obi of Lagos has shown that he was a fraud and the planned unveiling of a N1.5 billion palace was a ploy to scam people of their hard earned money.

In a statement released, the deputy spokesperson of the command, SP Oluseyi said investigation carried out so far has revealed that the principal suspect, Engr. Chibuike Azubike, confessed to the Police that he is not a qualified engineer but merely a supplier of construction materials to construction companies, which formed the basis upon which he has been parading himself as an engineer.

Oluseyi mentioned that ‘’further findings revealed that the planned unveiling of the “Obi of Lagos Palace” was fraudulently designed as a ploy to swindle unsuspecting personalities and other Nigerians of their hard-earned money under the guise of the “…unveiling of the prototype of a ₦1.5 BILLION PALACE of Obi of Lagos State.

It was also established that the principal suspect acted alone, without the backing or recognition of any legitimate chieftaincy authority. Members of the public are therefore enjoined to disregard his claims and other misleading publications on social media aimed at causing disaffection among the peace-loving people of Lagos”

He went further to say that investigation is ongoing, and all suspects involved will be arraigned in court upon conclusion of the investigation.

The state police command on Wednesday arrested the suspect and three others after an invitation to the palace unveiling went viral and caused an uproar on social media. Som Nigerians condemned Azubuike for addressing himself as the Obi of Lagos.

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Delta reviews dress code for civil servants, bans bushy beards, artificial nails

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The Delta State Government has reviewed the dress code for civil servants, warning that improper dressing in the public service will no longer be tolerated.

The circular, signed by the Office of the Head of Service and released by the New Media Office of the Governor on Thursday, said the move was to “uphold decency in the appearance of Public Servants across the State.”

It recalled that the old dress code was contained in a circular of March 12, 2009, but stressed that “in an effort to address the unpleasant practice of improper dressing that has become commonplace in the State Public Service, it is instructive to announce a review of the existing dress code contained in circular letter No. HOS. 15/13/74 of 12th March, 2009; for the purpose of upholding decency in the appearance of Public Servants across the State.”

The government said senior officers must take the lead in enforcing the new standards, noting that “it is also very important to underscore the vital role expected of senior public servants in revising the said anomaly through leading examples of appropriate dressing culture that demonstrates decorum to guide and correct subordinates; and whenever lapses are observed, sanctions may be invoked towards checkmating the ugly trend, based on the Public Service Rule No.04314, which states inter-alia: ‘No Officer shall appear in the office or anywhere in his official capacity attired in a manner deemed inappropriate or immodest.’”

For male officers, the circular directed that:

“All officers on GLs 13 and above should appear at work in Complete Suits, except for uniform officers as given.

“All officers on SGLs 07-12 should appear as in (i) above or in a Pair of Trousers, Shirt and Tie, except all Administrative Officers who should always be in Suit.

“All officers on SGLs 01-06 should appear as in A(i) or A(ii) above, except for uniformed staff e.g. Drivers, Plant Operators etc; who should always be in their Uniforms; and in the absence of uniforms, should put on Trousers and Shirts to work.

“Also, traditional attire for male officers shall be permissible only on Fridays and on special occasions; and such includes Smart Senator Suits, Modern Caftans or Native Shirts with matching Trousers, complemented by the appropriate Traditional Cap.”

The circular further stated: “Resource Control and Papas Caps are prohibited; while Bushy beards are proscribed.”

For female officers, the directive read:

“All officers on SGLs 13 and above should appear at work on Trouser Suits, Skirt Suits or Corporate Gowns below the knee level (No hats); and all Trousers Must come in Suits.

“All officers on SGLs 07-12 should appear either as in B(i) above or in free Gowns below the knee level with Sleeves, or Skirts below the knee level and Blouse with sleeves to match (sleeveless or spaghetti hands are prohibited).

“All officers on SGLs 01-06 should appear as in free Gowns with Sleeves, or Skirt and Blouse as described in B(ii) above.

“Also, traditional attire for female officers shall be permissible only on Fridays and on special occasions; and such includes Traditional costumes such as Buba and Wrapper, Skirts with Blouses, or Gowns fashioned from African fabrics, provided such garments have proper sleeves.”

The circular also warned that “all female dressing should be with decorum devoid of any provocative exposure of cleavages. Meanwhile, braided or tainted hair; long eye lashes and artificial nails are prohibited.”

To ensure compliance, heads of departments have been directed to send home erring officers.

“Suffice it to state that this circular is intended to promote discipline in dressing culture among Public Servants. To enforce strict adherence to the revised dress code therefore, it behooves all Heads of Departments to execute these provisions; and not hesitate in directing any erring officer that is inappropriately attired to return home, dress decently and resume duty promptly; or risk more stringent sanctions from the Accounting Officer forthwith.”

The circular urged Permanent Secretaries and department heads to publicise the directive and ensure compliance.

“Accordingly, all Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Extra-Ministerial Departments are enjoined to give the content of this Circular the much-desired publicity for staff guidance and strict adherence, please.”

The dress code review reflects a broader push for professionalism and discipline in the State public service, aligning with public expectations and government efforts to improve image and work culture.

There is existing legislation in Delta State (such as laws against “indecent exposure” under the Violence Against Persons Prohibition Law) which penalize indecent dressing among the general public. This dress code for civil servants is in line with those enforcement trends.

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