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By Kamal Hammajo | November 27, 2025 Guinea-Bissau has long struggled with a cycle of political instability marked by repeated military interventions. Since the country gained independence from Portugal in 1974, the military has played an outsized role in governance, shaping national politics through coups, attempted coups, and periods of violent upheaval. This persistent interference has significantly undermined the nation’s development and weakened its institutions. A LEGACY ROOTED IN THE LIBERATION STRUGGLE At independence, Guinea-Bissau inherited a strong military influence after years of armed struggle led by the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC). The armed forces, having delivered victory on the battlefield, entered the post-independence era with enormous political authority. That authority soon translated into direct intervention. A HISTORY DEFINED BY COUPS AND CRISIS The country’s first major coup occurred on 14 November 1980, when then–Prime M...

Kamal Hammajo | 23 November, 2025 CP Bello Yahaya  Commissioner of Police, Gombe State Command The Gombe State Police Command has refuted a circulating report claiming that ECWA Church in Kashere, Akko Local Government Area, was attacked. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the Command clarified that officers from the Pindiga Division and the Kashere Outstation immediately reached out to a church elder who was present during the Hausa service. The elder confirmed that no incident whatsoever occurred, adding that police officers were on ground throughout the day as part of routine security coverage. “For the sake of setting the record straight, the Command, through the Divisional Police Officer in charge of Pindiga and the Officer in Charge of the Kashere Outstation, promptly contacted one of the church elders. The elder, who was physically present during the second segment of the Hausa service, confirmed that no such inciden...

Tinubu Reshuffles Military Leadership, Names New Service Chiefs  | 24th October, 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a new structure for the leadership of the Nigerian Armed Forces, a move aimed at reinforcing the nation’s security system. In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Mr. Sunday Dare, the Presidency said the change “comes in continuation of the government’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s national security architecture.” With the latest appointments, General Olufemi Oluyede becomes the Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding General Christopher Musa. Major-General W. Shaibu takes charge as the Chief of Army Staff, Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke assumes the position of Chief of Air Staff, while Rear Admiral I. Abbas steps in as the Chief of Naval Staff. Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye will continue to serve as the Chief of Defence Intelligence. Mr. Dare noted that President Tinubu expressed appreciation to ...

Sunday 12 October, 2025 At just 14, tragedy struck and Zubairu Yusha’u from Gombe State lost both of his hands. But instead of giving up, he turned pain into strength. At 20, he has mastered skills many thought impossible, without hands.  His dream? To become an engineer or journalist, and to learn computer and digital skills so he can inspire and help others. Watch his inspiring journey👇

By: Kamal Hammajo | October 11, 2025 In the quiet village of Lakkau, in Yamaltu-Deba Local Government Area of Gombe State, the story of a young man unfolds, a story as painful as it is inspiring. His name is Zubairu Yusha’u, a boy whose life changed forever six years ago in the most cruel and unimaginable way. At just 14 years old, while studying in an Almajiri school, Zubairu was wrongly accused of stealing a mobile phone. What followed was not discipline, but torture. His seniors tied his hands, beat him through the night, and left him without care. By morning, instead of being rescued, his teacher decided to “teach him a lesson” he would never forget. Days passed without proper treatment, and infection set in. In the end, Zubairu lost both his hands. “They lied to my father,” he recalls with quiet strength. “They told him blocks had fallen on me. That was how I lost my hands.” For most people, such a tragedy would mark the end of dreams. But for Zubairu, it became the beginning of a...

October 1, 2025 Today, as Nigeria marks 65 years of independence, we at Hammajo World join the nation in celebrating a story that continues to unfold, a story defined by resilience, unity, diversity, and the unyielding spirit of a people determined to shape their destiny. Our independence is more than a date on the calendar; it is a living testament to the courage and vision of those who dreamed of a free and sovereign nation. It is a reminder of how far we have come, from the struggles that birthed our nation to the milestones that continue to shape our identity. Across every region, every culture, and every generation, Nigerians have shown strength in adversity and creativity in the face of challenges. At Hammajo World , we believe that every anniversary is not only a time to celebrate but also a time to reflect and recommit. As storytellers and chroniclers of our people’s journey, we remain dedicated to capturing the narratives that define us, the triumphs and the trials, the voice...

By Kamal Hammajo | September 30, 2025 Every year on September 29, the world marks World Heart Day, a global campaign dedicated to raising awareness about Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs), the leading cause of death worldwide. In Nigeria, where cases of heart disease and stroke are rising steadily, this year’s observance once again highlighted the need for people to pay closer attention to their heart health. World Heart Day was established in 2000 by the World Heart Federation (WHF), in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), to encourage individuals, communities, and Governments to take action against Cardiovascular Diseases. The 2025 theme, “Use Heart, Know Heart,” focuses on the importance of understanding how the heart works, recognizing risk factors, and making informed lifestyle choices. WHY IT MATTERS FOR NIGERIANS Cardiovascular Diseases remain a major public health concern in Nigeria. Experts consistently warn that factors such as unhealthy diets, physical inacti...