.. Approves distribution of N1bn grant for SMEs in Biu, Hawul.
…Begins construction of 600 Teachers’ Houses in 5 LGAs.
by Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, again had ‘sterling engagements’ in Southern Borno, a statement by his media aide, Abdurraman Bundi, has disclosed.
The governor inaugurated state-of-the-art eye and dental hospitals, which are fully equipped with modern facilities.
Zulum is appointing a team of highly-trained medical doctors and specialists to offer treatments in oral health services, including: preventive care, orthodontics and restorative treatments, as well as cataract, glaucoma and other vision-related ailments in the southern part of Borno State.
Zulum also inaugurated a mega Secondary School in Miringa – about 10 kilometers from Biu Town, in Biu Local Government Area.
The 60-classroom school – equipped with ICT centre and four laboratories, among other facilities for enhanced teaching and learning – is designed to accommodate over 1,300 students.
Zulum also distributed 1 billion naira to support SMEs and vulnerable residents of Biu and Hawul, while commencing the construction of 600 houses in 5 Local Government Areas.