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INEC, NUJ forge partnership on voter education in Yobe

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in Yobe State has called for stronger collaboration with journalists to improve voter outreach in the state. The call was made by the Commission’s new Head of Voter Education and Publicity, Alhaji Nuhu Ibrahim, during a familiarisation visit to the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Yobe State Council Secretariat,
INEC, NUJ forge partnership on voter education in Yobe

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in Yobe State has called for stronger collaboration with journalists to improve voter outreach in the state.

The call was made by the Commission’s new Head of Voter Education and Publicity, Alhaji Nuhu Ibrahim, during a familiarisation visit to the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Yobe State Council Secretariat, in Damaturu on Tuesday.

He explained that the purpose of his visit was to foster a working relationship for the effective dissemination of electoral information.

With ongoing registration and other INEC activities across Yobe State, Ibrahim stressed that a closer media partnership is essential to keeping the public informed.

“With your cooperation, we can work efficiently to enlighten the public on our activities,” he stated, while also assuring journalists of his openness and commitment to sharing information promptly.

The chairman of NUJ Yobe Council, Rajab Mohammad Ismail, pledged the union’s full support, describing the media as a key partner in the electoral process.

He, however, appealed to INEC to provide timely notice for events to ensure effective coverage, particularly for journalists based outside the state capital.

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China introduces one-year visa waiver for Russians

China has approved a one-year visa exemption for holders of Russian passports as part of measures to further facilitate cross-border travel, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Tuesday. The visa waiver programme is a trial and will take effect from September 15, 2025 to September 14, 2026. The maximum stay per individual is 30
China introduces one-year visa waiver for Russians

China has approved a one-year visa exemption for holders of Russian passports as part of measures to further facilitate cross-border travel, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Tuesday.

The visa waiver programme is a trial and will take effect from September 15, 2025 to September 14, 2026. The maximum stay per individual is 30 days.

China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Guo Jiakun, noted that ordinary passport holders from Russia can enter China for business, tourism, visiting family and friends, exchange, and transit purposes.

The official stated that under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin, China-Russia intergovernmental and public relations have been moving forward at a high level.

According to Jiakun, the ease in cross-border movement seeks to strengthen exchanges and “make positive contributions to promoting the China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for the new era.”

China currently offers visa-free travel to citizens holding ordinary passports from 47 nations. Beneficiaries can enjoy a 30-day stay, a policy in effect for most nations until December 31, 2025, and separate months in 2026.

The countries include Andorra, Argentina, Austria, Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Chile, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Ireland, Iceland, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Greece, and Norway.

Others are Japan, Peru, Uruguay, Monaco, Liechtenstein, South Korea, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Oman, Kuwait, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Slovenia, Switzerland, Slovakia, and the Netherlands.

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Niger Assembly urges renovation of fire-damaged School of Health Technology

Lawmakers of the Niger State House of Assembly have called on the state government to swiftly renovate the School of Health Technology, Tungan Magajiya, in Rijau Local Government Area, following extensive destruction caused by a fire incident that left the institution in ruins. The school was severely damaged in a July 29 fire allegedly started
Niger Assembly urges renovation of fire-damaged School of Health Technology

Lawmakers of the Niger State House of Assembly have called on the state government to swiftly renovate the School of Health Technology, Tungan Magajiya, in Rijau Local Government Area, following extensive destruction caused by a fire incident that left the institution in ruins.

The school was severely damaged in a July 29 fire allegedly started by unknown individuals.

Moving a motion to that effect, Hon. Bello Bako, representing Rijau Constituency, urged the government to commence reconstruction and replace properties lost in the blaze.

In a related development, the House adopted the report of its Standing Committee on Local Governments and Chieftaincy Affairs, which highlighted several challenges facing the 25 local government areas in the state.

The issues identified include poor revenue generation, overreliance on statutory allocations, and disregard for procurement procedures.

The Speaker of the Assembly, Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkindaji, directed that the recommendations be transmitted to the executive arm for implementation.

Niger Assembly urges renovation of fire-damaged School of Health Technology