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Buni allocates new shops to victims of GSM market inferno in Yobe

Buni allocates new shops to victims of GSM market inferno in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has directed the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Baba Malam Wali, to allocate shops to the victims of the Damaturu phone market fire inferno at the newly constructed Ibrahim Geidam modern market in Damaturu.
The governor also directed the state Ministry of Housing to evaluate the level of damage with a view to reconstructing the affected structures for the owners; in addition, he also donated the sum of $100 million to the victims.
Buni revealed this through his Director-General on Press and Media Affairs, Alhaji Mamman Mohammed, when the governor visited the scene of the inferno to commiserate with the victims.
He described the fire disaster as very unfortunate and a great loss to the individual victims and the state.
“The government will continue to assist you in recovering your business to generate more employment opportunities for our youths.” Buni assured.
“It is most unfortunate that this disaster is happening now when our youth are trying to build their business ventures.
The governor called on the people to be vigilant and take proactive measures against possible causes of the disaster, both at home and on business premises.
About 33 shops belonging to 157 shop owners and dependents at the Damaturu GSM market were gutted by an early morning fire.
Buni allocates new shops to victims of GSM market inferno in Yobe
News
Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State

Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have successfully repelled a bandit attack in Mahuta Village, Dandume Local Government Area (LGA), Katsina State, and rescued a prominent local judge, Mr. Rabiu Tukur, following the abduction of six residents on April 8, 2025.
Zagazola Makama informed by security sources that three attack occurred around 11:55 p.m. when armed bandits stormed the village, kidnapping six individuals, including Mr. Tukur, a 49-year-old judge with the Lower Sharia Court, Dandume.
The troops engaged the bandits in a fierce confrontation, successfully rescuing Mr. Tukur without any harm.
Efforts to locate and rescue the remaining five victims are ongoing, with security forces intensifying search and rescue operations in the surrounding areas.
Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State
News
Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina

Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
By: Zagazola Makama
A clash between a Customs patrol team and commuters resulted in a serious accident at Koza Village, Maiadua Local Government Area (LGA), on April 8, 2025, at around 8:35 p.m.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the Customs team was in pursuit of a commuter vehicle when the incident occurred.
In the aftermath, an angry mob set fire to the Customs camp in retaliation for the accident. The situation escalated, but the Division Police Officer (DPO) quickly mobilized police personnel to the scene to restore order.
As of now, the situation has been brought under control, and an investigation is underway to ascertain the details surrounding the incident.
Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
Crime
Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued

Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued
By: Zagazola Makama
In a daring rescue operation, the security forces successfully foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued nine victims from armed bandits on April 9, 2025, at approximately 1:25 a.m.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspected armed bandits, riding motorcycles, stormed Farin Dutse in Dangani, Musawa Local Government Area, and abducted several individuals.
However, the timely response from the Division Police Officer (DPO), who mobilized a Joint APC Patrol to the scene, led to a fierce gun battle with the bandits.
In the aftermath of the engagement, six females and three males were rescued and swiftly transported to the General Hospital Musawa for medical attention.
The victims are reported to be in stable condition.
Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued
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