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2023: Governor Buni deserves second term in Yobe – Alhaji Mato
2023: Governor Buni deserves second term in Yobe – Alhaji Mato
By: Yahaya Wakili
Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe state deserved and qualify for the second time as the governor of Yobe state because of his numerous achievements in developing the state within his first tenure.
The Executive Chairmen United Marketers Association of Potiskum chapter (UMAPO), Alhaji Nasiru Mato disclosed this to newsmen in his office.
He said first tenure of Governor Mai Mala Buni is very impressive, adding that they are very happy with the way he is handling things in Potiskum and the Yobe state in general.
“There is some physical work Mai Mala Buni did, we have 178 political wards in the state and in each ward he has done something physically and if you go there you will see it with your eyes.
“Yobe state is a place where the majority of the people are marketers especially Potiskum which is largest commercial town in the west Africa, there is no local government in the country that have trailers like Potiskum.” Mato said.
Alhaji Nasiru Mato who is also the Chairman Yobe state United Marketers Association said, Governor Mai Mala Buni has fulfilled all his campaign promises to the electorates in the state, adding that on assumption of office on 29th May 2019, he declared a state of emergency on education which is yeilding a positive results.
He said, the Buni administration rehabilitated existing schools and established six modern and seven Mega schools to congest schools and also procured books and laboratory equipment, employed more teachers, trained and re-trained more teachers to enhance manpower to improve quality of education in the state.
According to him, Mai Mala Buni administration initiated and constructed four modern markets, Damaturu, Gashua, Potiskum and Nguru as well as a Trailer Park in Potiskum all these with a view to create conducive environment for trade and commerce for economic development.
“If the trailer park is completed it will employed about 5,000 people and also he resuscitated three dormat industries, Yobe Flour and Feeds Mills Potiskum, Woven Sack company Damaturu and Sahel Aluminum company Potiskum.”
He therefore, he use this forum to call on all the electorates in the state to come out en-mass to vote for Mai Mala Buni and all APC candidates including our presidential candidate during the 2023 general elections.
2023: Governor Buni deserves second term in Yobe – Alhaji Mato
Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Incident in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 3 of Operation Enduring Peace intervened in a reported case of farm destruction caused by cattle grazing in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the troops responded at about 1:30 p.m. on May 19 following a report that farmland belonging to one Bitrus Isah had been damaged by cattle allegedly owned by one Abdul Abu at Rigochongo village.
On arrival at the scene, the troops reportedly intercepted 49 cows and nine sheep grazing on the farmland without any herder present.
The livestock were secured to prevent further destruction and escalation of tension in the community.
Security sources said both parties involved were subsequently invited for amicable resolution of the dispute in order to maintain peace and prevent reprisal actions.
Authorities added that the intervention formed part of ongoing efforts to manage farmer-herder-related conflicts and sustain harmony across communities in Plateau State.
Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Incident in Plateau
Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 71 of Operation Enduring Peace have foiled a kidnapping attempt along a highway in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred at about 12:15 a.m. on May 21 when troops deployed at Ungwan Gora checkpoint responded to distress information on suspected kidnappers operating along the road at Ungwan Dariya village.
The troops reportedly moved swiftly to the location, forcing the suspected kidnappers to abandon their mission and flee into surrounding areas.
During the operation, one victim was rescued with injuries sustained during the attack.
The victim was immediately evacuated to Confidence Hospital, Fadan Karshi, for medical treatment.
Security sources said efforts were ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while patrols had been intensified along the axis to prevent further incidents.
Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
Suspected Kidnap Collaborator Dies in Custody After Arrest in Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected collaborator of kidnappers has died after becoming unconscious while in military custody in Nasarawa State.
Security sources said troops of Sector 2 under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) intercepted the suspect at about 7:00 a.m. on May 19 at Ancha community in Akwanga Local Government Area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended at Anguwan Makama following allegations of involvement in activities linked to kidnapping operations in the area.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly became unconscious.
He was immediately evacuated to Nunku Primary Health Care Centre for medical attention, where he was confirmed dead by health officials.
Sources added that the remains of the deceased were released to his family for burial in accordance with local customs.
Security authorities said further assessment would continue in line with standard procedures, while operations against kidnapping networks in the area remain ongoing.
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