A MEETING OF GENERATIONS: BURATAI HONOURS HERO, MAJ GEN MAGORO, AT ACF 25TH ANNIVERSARY

Kaduna, Nigeria – November 22, 2025 —

The 25th Anniversary celebration of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), held from November 20 to 22 in Kaduna, provided a memorable platform for unity, reflection, and the celebration of Northern heritage. One of the most symbolic moments of the event was the emotional reunion between two distinguished military icons whose service spans different eras of Nigeria’s history.

Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusufu Buratai (Rtd), CFR, met and paid glowing tribute to one of his lifelong heroes, the highly respected Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Magoro (Rtd).

For General Buratai, the encounter was especially meaningful. He described General Magoro as “a general par excellence, an astute and dignified statesman, and a true national hero.” He noted that Magoro’s exemplary service—both in the military and in national leadership—has been a major source of inspiration throughout his own career.

Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Magoro (Rtd) is an iconic figure in Nigeria’s military and political history. A decorated war veteran, he played pivotal command roles during the Nigerian Civil War, earning recognition for his bravery and tactical brilliance. Beyond his military achievements, he also served as Minister of Internal Affairs and later as a Senator in the Second Assembly. He is the esteemed Mutawallen Kebbi, a title that reflects his honour, integrity, and deep-rooted influence within his community.

The ACF’s silver jubilee offered a fitting setting for this historic meeting, as both generals exchanged warm pleasantries and rekindled the spirit of brotherhood and professional camaraderie that binds those who have served the nation at the highest levels.

The encounter between Buratai and Magoro stands as a testament to the ACF’s enduring role as a unifying platform where Northern leaders converge to reflect, engage, and preserve the legacies that continue to shape Nigeria’s future.

In a show of compassion and responsive leadership, the Executive Chairman of Takum Local Government Area, Hon. Bako Benjamin, paid a visit to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camps in Kufai Ahmadu and Chanchanji.

He was accompanied by the Commander (G.C.O) of the 6 Brigade, Jalingo, and the Executive Secretary of the Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA), Dr. Echuseh Audu.

During the visit, the team provided essential relief materials to families recently displaced by the Farmers–Herders clashes in Takum.

This humanitarian gesture underscores the Chairman’s commitment to ensuring that affected communities receive timely support during these challenging times.

This intervention aligns with Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas’ Five-Point Agenda and further demonstrates Taraba SEMA’s unwavering commitment to assisting those impacted by the crisis. The relief distribution exercise was led by the Executive Secretary of TSEMA, Dr. Echuseh Audu.

Describing the intervention as timely, Hon. Bako Benjamin expressed profound gratitude to the Governor and Taraba SEMA for their proactive and compassionate response.

This gesture reflects the government’s dedication to supporting vulnerable communities and promoting peace and stability across the state.

Taraba SEMA reaffirmed its commitment to continue working tirelessly to provide assistance and relief to all affected communities.

The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has bestowed its most prestigious professional honour on Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide, acknowledging his growing influence in national technology governance and digital policy development.

The recognition was formally conferred during the 2025 Nigeria Information Technology Merit Award (NITMA) ceremony, which took place on Tuesday at the MUSON Centre in Lagos. The event brought together innovators, policymakers, ICT executives and international technology partners in a celebration of individuals driving Nigeria’s digital transformation.

Hon. Olajide, who chairs the House Committee on Digital, ICT and Cybersecurity, was inducted into the NCS College of Fellows, a status reserved for professionals whose work has significantly shaped the country’s ICT advancement.

According to his Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs, Tolu Mustapha, the elevation came after a rigorous assessment by the NCS National Executive Council. The council, led by NCS President Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu, cited Olajide’s contributions to digital development, legislative innovation and cybersecurity policy strengthening as central to the decision.

Mustapha noted that the fellowship serves as both recognition and public validation of Olajide’s leadership, professionalism and sustained commitment to advancing Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.

Championing Digital Policy at the National Level

Representing the Ibadan North-West/Ibadan South-West federal constituency of Oyo State, Hon. Olajide has built a reputation for driving initiatives that reinforce the nation’s cybersecurity framework, expand digital literacy and support innovation-driven economic growth.

In his role as head of the House Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity, he has led several key policy and legislative interventions shaping Nigeria’s modern digital landscape.

The Nigeria Information Technology Merit Award remains one of the country’s most respected ICT honours, spotlighting individuals and institutions whose work continually propels Nigeria’s technology sector forward.