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18-seater bus loaded with political thugs was intercepted in Yobe
18-seater bus loaded with political thugs was intercepted in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
Yobe State Police Command, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, has intercepted an 18-seater bus loaded with political thugs in Gashu’a, Bade local government area, as it was meant to arrive in Damaturu to obstruct the electoral process.
This was contained in a release issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, which was made available to newsmen in Damaturu.
According to the release, a military checkpoint intercepted the bus while conveying thugs to Damaturu metropolitan council to cause mayhem in the electoral process but made their waterloo, adding that the police took them into custody for a district investigation and subsequent prosecution.
He revealed that the suspects claimed they were recruited to serve as agents of one of the opposition parties. Meanwhile, the investigation is swift to unravel the criminal implications of the matter.
The Yobe State Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, reiterated the commitment of the police and sister security agencies in the state to ensure the security and safety of the electorate and the relative peace enjoyed in the state.
He calls on the good members of the public to remain resolute and shun violence and thug-related vices, as security is firm to act on any untoward deviation.
Some of the suspects arrested are: Abu Bukar Garba Bololo, 25 years old; Habu Mato, 35 years old; Suleman Musa, 50 years old; Yusuf Danjuma, 33 years old; and Abdullahi Haruna, 45 years old. Zanab Mohammed, 25 years old, Rachael Bitrus, 23 years old, and seven other syndicate members, all from Jakusko and Bade local government areas.
18-seater bus loaded with political thugs was intercepted in Yobe
Security forces foil rustling, recover 22 animals in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Security operatives in Katsina State have foiled a livestock rustling attempt and recovered 22 stolen animals in Jibia Local Government Area.
Police sources said the incident occurred in the early hours of April 12 following a distress call received at about 12:45 a.m. that suspected armed bandits had rustled livestock from neighbouring Niger Republic.
According to the sources, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Jibia swiftly mobilised a joint team comprising police, military and community watch personnel to the area.
They added that the operatives strategically blocked the escape routes of the suspects and engaged them in a gun duel.
“The superior firepower of the security team forced the bandits to abandon the rustled animals and flee into the bush,” the sources said.
The sources disclosed that all 22 sheep and goats were recovered intact during the operation.
They noted that the area has been cordoned off, while aggressive clearance operations are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
Further developments will be communicated as investigations continue, the sources added.
Security forces foil rustling, recover 22 animals in Katsina
Troops neutralise several terrorists in ambush operation in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Joint Task Force, North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, have neutralised several Boko Haram terrorists during an ambush operation in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 2:33 a.m. on April 13 when an ambush team of 202 Battalion deployed at Bravo Kilo sighted a terrorist crossing the parapet at a defensive company location.
According to the sources, the troops engaged and neutralised five of the suspect on sight.
The sources added that the operation is part of ongoing clearance and ambush missions aimed at denying terrorists freedom of movement in the North-East theatre.
Troops neutralise several terrorists in ambush operation in Borno
Troops arrest suspected Boko Haram member in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 233 Battalion have arrested a suspected ISWAP/JAS member within the Damaturu Military Cantonment in Yobe State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 11:00 p.m. on April 12 between Charlie 2 and Charlie 3 areas of the cantonment in Damaturu Local Government Area.
According to the sources, troops recovered a bag containing clothes and a SIM card from the suspect.
They added that during preliminary investigation, the suspect claimed he was heading to Potiskum and identified himself as an almajiri from the 1000 Area of Maiduguri.
The sources, however, noted that his statements were incoherent, while further physical examination reportedly revealed a rifle sling mark on his shoulder, raising further suspicion.
They said the suspect is currently in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
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