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Buba Grieves Sen. Mana, Hails Him as Irreplaceable Loss

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1 year ago

August 24, 2025

By Joel Ajayi

Director-General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) and former Federal lawmaker representing Gombi/Hong Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Yusuf Buba Yakub, has described the death of Senator Muhammad Mana, who represented Adamawa North Senatorial District in the early years of the 4th Republic, as a monumental loss to Adamawa State and Nigeria at large.

In a statement issued Saturday in Abuja, Buba said the late military officer was one of the pioneers who laid the foundation for productive leadership in Adamawa State, leaving behind footprints that remain a source of inspiration.

“Senator Mana’s footprints will continue to inspire millions of our indigenes in Adamawa State who are bent on following the hallmarks of selfless service and servant-leadership, which leaders of his era nurtured and exemplified. He loved Adamawa State and Nigeria dearly, and this commitment defined his service until his very end yesterday (Friday) in Abuja,” Buba stated.

The NTAC DG also recalled how the late senator demonstrated his passion for peace and unity during his time as Chairman of the APC peace committee in Adamawa State:
“I recall with nostalgia how, as Chairman of the Committee seeking the restoration of peace and cessation of internal hostilities among stalwarts of APC in Adamawa, he opened his gates perpetually for us to hold endless meetings that wore on into odd hours. His consuming zeal and passion for results will be sorely missed by our party and the people.”

While mourning the passing of a man he described as a “true Adamawa son in words and deeds,” Buba reflected on Mana’s years of service, including his time as Military Administrator of the old Plateau State (now Plateau and Nasarawa States) from 1993 to 1996, and as Commandant of the Brigade of Guards in Abuja. According to him, Mana consistently used his privileged positions to listen to and support those in need.

Buba extended his condolences to the deceased’s immediate family, the Government and people of Adamawa State, and Nigerians at large, praying Allah to grant Senator Mana eternal rest.
“For myself and my family, and on behalf of the Management and staff of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps, I convey our deepest condolences to Senator Mana’s family, to the Government and people of Adamawa State, and to our nation, which he loved and served dearly to the very end. May Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljanat Firdaus. Ameen.”

Senator Muhammad Mana passed away on Friday in Abuja at the age of 73. He served as Military Administrator of the old Plateau State between 1993 and 1996 before representing Adamawa North Senatorial District in 1999.

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Algeria’s Glorious Revolution: Embassy Marks 72nd Anniversary in Abuja

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7 hours ago

November 12, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Embassy of Algeria in Nigeria has commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the country’s Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954, with a reception in Abuja, highlighting Algeria’s liberation struggle and strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria.

The event, held on November 9, 2026, at Continental Suites Hotel, attracted prominent personalities, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, members of the Federal Government, senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions and other friends of Algeria.

Speaking at the reception, Algeria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Hocine Mezoued, welcomed guests and paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for independence.

He described the November 1, 1954 revolution as the foundation of modern Algeria, noting that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs made it possible for the country to reclaim its sovereignty.

On Algeria’s development agenda, Mezoued said President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s administration had continued to pursue economic reforms, diversification and national development under its New Algeria vision.

He noted that the country was recording progress in non-hydrocarbon exports, while improvements in the business environment had boosted investor confidence and attracted significant foreign investments.

On foreign policy, the ambassador reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to non-interference, respect for national sovereignty, peaceful conflict resolution and the right of peoples to self-determination.

Addressing security challenges in the Sahel, he stressed that lasting peace could not be achieved through military measures alone, insisting that economic development, inclusive dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes remained essential.

Turning to Nigeria-Algeria relations, Mezoued described the partnership as one founded on shared values and the commitment of both countries’ leaders to advancing African development.

He identified the Trans-Saharan Highway, Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Fibre Optic Backbone as major strategic projects receiving attention from both countries.

The ambassador also disclosed that Algeria had continued to provide scholarships to Nigerian students to strengthen human capital development and capacity building.

He further announced that Air Algérie expanded its Nigerian operations on October 26, 2026, with the introduction of two weekly flights to Lagos, expressing confidence that the service would boost trade and tourism.

Looking ahead, Mezoued said 2027 would offer fresh opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly through the fifth Joint High Bi-National Commission scheduled to hold in Abuja.

He expressed optimism that the meeting would provide an opportunity to assess existing partnerships, identify new areas of cooperation and move Nigeria-Algeria relations towards a more practical and results-driven phase.

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