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11 victims kidnapped by ISWAP regain freedom in Damasak, Borno

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11 victims kidnapped by ISWAP regain freedom in Damasak, Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Eleven residents of Kinnari Village in Damasak, Borno State, who were kidnapped by suspected Islamic State of the West African Province(ISWAP) terrorists, have regained their freedom.

Sources told Zagazola Makama, that the victims, including a 40-year-old man identified as Tela Bamari, were abducted in the early hours of July 31 at about 12:40 a.m. by armed insurgents who stormed the village.

A reliable source from the community said the victims were released on the night of Aug. 2, around 10:30 p.m., following efforts by local stakeholders and humanitarian actors who intervened quietly in the matter.

Upon their release, the victims were immediately subjected to medical examination and debriefed.

The Borno State Committee for Victims of Terrorism was on ground to receive them and ensured their safe return to their respective families.

Zagazola cannot confirm if ransom was paid for their release but community members expressed relief and gratitude over the safe return of the abductees, while calls for enhanced security and vigilance in border communities continue.

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Abuja–kaduna train derails with perssengers onboard, casualties feared

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Abuja–kaduna train derails with perssengers onboard, casualties feared

By: Zagazola Makama

A train travelling from Abuja to Kaduna on Tuesday derailed after reportedly missing a point, Zagazola reports.

Details of the incident are still sketchy, and the number of fatalities or casualties could not be immediately ascertained.

Emergency responders and security agencies are said to be moving to the scene, while officials are yet to issue an official statement on the development.

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Man kills rival over alleged affair with wife in Adamawa

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Man kills rival over alleged affair with wife in Adamawa

By: Zagazola

The Police in Adamawa have launched a manhunt for a suspect alleged to have killed a villager over a dispute involving his wife in Demsa Local Government Area of the state.

Sources said the incident occurred in Wuro Bakumbo village, where one Hamman Shomo allegedly attacked Hammadu Shagari with a knife following a quarrel.

It said the quarrel, which took place on Sunday, stemmed from Shomo’s suspicion that Shagari was having an affair with his wife, identified as 20-year-old Rabi Alim.

According to sources, Shagari initially escaped into the bush after the attack, but his lifeless body was discovered the next day, (Monday) lying in a pool of blood with deep cuts on his back.

The sources said the scene was visited by police, documented, and the corpse evacuated to General Hospital, Numan, for autopsy.

The sources said that efforts were ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect, while the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) had been detailed to carry out discreet investigation.

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Gunmen kill vigilante, abduct man, wife and child in katsina

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Gunmen kill vigilante, abduct man, wife and child in katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

Armed men have killed a vigilante and abducted three members of a family in Katsina metropolis, the Police Command has confirmed.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred in the early hours of Monday at Filin Canada Quarters, behind Steel Rolling Mill.

The sources explained that the assailants broke into the residence of one Anas Ahmadu, and abducted him, his wife Halimatu, and their daughter, Jidda.

According to the sources, a vigilante member attached to the area, Abdullahi Muhammad, 25, was shot by the attackers while attempting to resist the abduction.

He was rushed to the General Hospital, Katsina, where he was confirmed dead.

Security operatives have been directed to intensify efforts to track down the perpetrators, rescue the victims and restore normalcy in the area.

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