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18-seater bus loaded with political thugs was intercepted in Yobe

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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.

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Security forces foil kidnapping attempt at Government Girls’ College in Bauchi

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Security forces foil kidnapping attempt at Government Girls’ College in Bauchi

By: Zagazola Makama

Security forces have foiled an attempted kidnapping at Government Girls’ College in Bauchi, Bauchi State, in the early hours of Saturday, sources said.

The incident reportedly occurred at about 4:42 a.m. on March 15 when unidentified persons attempted to gain entry into the school premises through the fence near the staff quarters.

Security personnel on guard duty, supported by a patrol team, responded swiftly to the situation. On sighting the approaching officers, the suspected kidnappers abandoned their mission and fled the area.

The development caused brief panic within the school as students raised alarm and ran within the premises. However, no student was harmed or molested during the incident.

Police said the situation has been brought under control, while the school premises remain under close surveillance. Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend the suspects.

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Man rescued by security forced after abduction in Fika, suspects flee

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Man rescued by security forced after abduction in Fika, suspects flee

By: Zagazola Makama

A 35-year-old man, Haruna Abdul, was rescued unhurt after being abducted from his residence in Fali Village, Gashinge, Fika Local Government Area of Yobe State, security sources confirmed on Monday.

The incident, which occurred on March 14, involved unknown assailants armed with bows, arrows, and matches, who reportedly invaded Abdul’s home and forcibly abducted him.

During the attempted transport of the victim to an undisclosed location, police and vigilante groups promptly pursued the kidnappers to Gubana in Fune LGA, Yobe State.

The kidnappers reportedly abandoned Abdul along with a seized motorcycle, described as kasere red in color without registration number, before fleeing into the bush.

The victim has since been reunited with his family, while authorities continue efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects for prosecution.

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Stray bullet injures man in Tsafe following dispute involving military personnel

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Stray bullet injures man in Tsafe following dispute involving military personnel

By: Zagazola Makama

A 38-year-old man sustained gunshot injuries in Tsafe Township, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, after a misunderstanding involving a military personnel attached to Operation FANSAN YANMA.

Sources said the incident occurred at about 8:45 p.m. on March 14 in the Sahara area when the military personnel, who was in possession of a serviceable rifle, attempted to apprehend one of several youths from Sabon Fegi area.

According to sources , the youths resisted and overpowered the soldier, who reportedly fired his rifle to escape. A stray bullet hit a passerby, identified as Abdulrazak Abdullahi Kayode, in the stomach.

The injured man was initially taken to General Hospital Tsafe before being referred to Federal Medical Centre, Gusau, for further treatment.

Sources said the situation has been brought under control, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Residents have been urged to remain calm while authorities look into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

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