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Governor Zulum Announces Recruitment to Strengthen Civil Service 

Voice of Nigeria

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July 8, 2026

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Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has announced plans to recruit qualified persons into the state civil service, with each of the 27 local government areas receiving at least 50 employment slots as part of efforts to create jobs for youths and strengthen the public service. Governor Zulum made the announcement during a courtesy [] The post Governor Zulum Announces Recruitment to Strengthen Civil Service appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

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Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 10, 2026

Enjoy your stay in Borno – Zulum tells corps members amid rising insecurity 

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has encouraged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members posted to the state to settle in and enjoy their service year. His statement comes amid growing insecurity in the state. Speaking to corps members during a working visit to Biu on Wednesday, Zulum assured them that they would be welcomed in [] Enjoy your stay in Borno – Zulum tells corps members amid rising insecurity

Independent Online

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· Jun 29, 2026

Prince Ishwar Ramlutchman Mabheka Zulu appointed to dual roles in Zulu Kingdom and KZN government

Prince Ishwar Ramlutchman Mabheka Zulu appointed to dual roles in Zulu Kingdom and KZN government

The West Australian

lean right

· Jul 5, 2026

Islamophobia Register Australia calls for targeted funding amid spike in anti-Muslim hate

A frontline community service that tracks hatred towards one group of Australians has revealed a dire detail about its operations.

South Africa Today

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· Jul 1, 2026

South Africa Government Commends Peaceful Migration Protests and Reaffirms Border Security Strategy

PRETORIA, Gauteng — In the wake of Tuesday’s nationwide migration-related demonstrations, the South Africa government has officially praised citizens for maintaining peace and exercising their constitutional rights responsibly. The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) highlighted the collaborative restraint shown by communities, civil society, and law enforcement, noting that the peaceful marches underscore the robust []

SundayTimes

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· Jun 26, 2026

EDITORIAL | SA can’t afford the public spat between senior police and Idac

South Africans deserve a police service that will not only protect them but will restore confidence in the state

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jul 7, 2026

Focus on community service and empowerment

Focus on community service and empowerment

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Related coverage for "Governor Zulum Announces Recruitment to Strengthen Civil Service ": Daily Post Nigeria — Enjoy your stay in Borno – Zulum tells corps members amid rising insecurity . Independent Online — Prince Ishwar Ramlutchman Mabheka Zulu appointed to dual roles in Zulu Kingdom and KZN government. The West Australian — Islamophobia Register Australia calls for targeted funding amid spike in anti-Muslim hate. South Africa Today — South Africa Government Commends Peaceful Migration Protests and Reaffirms Border Security Strategy. SundayTimes — EDITORIAL | SA can’t afford the public spat between senior police and Idac. Borneo Bulletin — Focus on community service and empowerment