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2023: ‘Why Yobe needs a change of government’ – Bakata
2023: ‘Why Yobe needs a change of government’ – Bakata
By: Yahaya Wakili
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) stalwart in Yobe state, Alhaji Adamu Bakata has said that any patriotic person in Yobe state knows that the state need a change of government in the 2023 general elections.
Alhaji Adamu Bakata disclosed this in an interview with NEWSng in Damaturu, the Yobe state capital, he said that Governor Mai Mala Buni has failed the people of Yobe state.
According to him, everything in Yobe state has scattered within the four years of Governor Mai Mala Buni administration in terms education, business and other social wellbeing of the people of the state.
“Any indigene of Yobe state knows that if this government of APC gets the mandate of another four years again only God knows where the state will fall into.” Bakata said.
He said, “we have a good candidate who will rescue the state from the collapse, the person who has the experience, the quality of leadership that is Malam Garba Umar Tsunami NNPP gubunatorial candidate.
“Malam Garba Umar’s coming out for this race is not because of money, he has come to rescue the people of the state, he want to bring development and progress as well as to boost the economy of Yobe state.” he said.
Alhaji Adamu Bakata maintained that, in Yobe state we are late and we are left behind in the whole 36 states we have in Nigeria, Yobe state was the backward state in terms of development in any sector, therefore, it is a high time now to get change in Yobe state.
“It was a right time now for the people of Yobe state to sit down and think about their future and for their families to vote to a good candidate who will take them away from this hardship they fall into.” he said.
He said the NNPP gubunatorial candidate, Malam Garba Umar Tsunami is the best candidate, therefore he call on the people of Yobe state to come out en-mass on 11th March, 2023 to vote for tested and trusted candidate Malam Garba Umar.
Alhaji Adamu Bakata also urged the electorates that they should know their right now, ” Your PVC is your weapon to change any person that failed you and anyone who does not have good leadership.
“Look at Gombe state now, the state which come after Yobe state with five years difference and if you go to Gombe you will see rapid development not like Yobe state no single development that marches what can be called development.” He said
2023: ‘Why Yobe needs a change of government’ – Bakata
ECOWAS Inspection Team Assesses Readiness of Nigerian Standby Force in Ondo
By: Zagazola Makama
An inspection team from the ECOWAS Force Headquarters and Army Headquarters has assessed the operational readiness of Nigeria’s ECOWAS standby force at Naquora Barracks in Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the team, led by Brig.-Gen. Sheikh Sulaiman Massaquoi, visited the barracks on Nov. 7, 2026, to evaluate the troops’ preparedness for possible deployment.
The team received briefings on troop readiness, training and administrative matters, and witnessed demonstrations on roadblock operations and crowd dispersal.
Massaquoi commended the troops for their performance and urged them to sustain high standards of professionalism, discipline and physical fitness.
The inspection visit ended without any incident.
ECOWAS Inspection Team Assesses Readiness of Nigerian Standby Force in Ondo
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Gunshot-Wounded Victim in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have foiled a suspected kidnapping attempt and rescued a gunshot-wounded victim along the Rafin Sanyi axis in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 6 OPEP, deployed at Sopp, responded to a distress report at about 9:40 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026, after suspected kidnappers blocked the road in the area.
The swift intervention of the troops reportedly forced the criminals to flee before they could carry out their operation.
The troops subsequently combed the area and rescued one occupant of a Sharon vehicle who had sustained a gunshot wound.
The victim was evacuated to the Nigerian Army Medical Outpost at Tigi, where he received first aid treatment.
Troops have continued to dominate the general area through fighting patrols to prevent the criminals from regrouping and forestall further attacks.
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Gunshot-Wounded Victim in Plateau
Troops Raid Jos Hotel, Arrest Five Suspects Over Phone Snatching, Recover 26 Phones
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have raided a hotel along Baring Road in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, arresting five suspected criminals and recovering 26 mobile phones and other items.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 1 OPEP, while on patrol, responded to a report of phone snatching at about 9:00 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026.
Following the incident, the stolen phone was reportedly tracked to Prime House Hotel within the area, prompting the troops to conduct a raid on the facility.
The operation led to the arrest of five suspects identified as Tahir Suleiman, 25; Muhammed Ahmed, 25; Muhammed Labaran Haruna, 27; Yahya Yunusa, 20; and Aisha Mohammad, 22.
The suspects were reportedly found in possession of the tracked phone, while a further search led to the recovery of 26 mobile phones, 27 pouches, three MP devices, two earpods, an HP laptop, a knife and four power banks.
The vehicle belonging to the suspects was also towed to the headquarters of Sector 1 for a comprehensive search.
The suspects and recovered exhibits remain in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
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