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Senator Lawan visits Geidam in Abuja
Senator Lawan visits Geidam in Abuja
By: Yahaya Wakili
The President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, Ph.D., GCON, Sardaunan Bade, Yobe North Senatorial District, has paid homage to Nigeria’s Minister of Police Affairs and former Yobe State Governor, His Excellency, Senator (Dr) Ibrahim Gaidam, at his Abuja residence.
In a statement issued and signed by him, which was made available to newsmen in Damaturu, the Yobe state capital,.Senator Lawan said that when His Excellency served as Executive Governor of Yobe State between 2009 and 2019, he left enduring legacies, from the introduction and implementation of visionary infrastructure projects to his tireless efforts in education, healthcare, and security.
According to him, under his leadership of the Police Affairs ministry, Sen. Gaidam, in his last year of assuming office, has recorded significant achievements in restoring security to our nation by spearheading efforts to reform and modernize the Nigeria Police Force.
He pointed out that, in addition to advocating for increased funding for the police to ensure adequate resources for operations, recruitment, and training, the ministry under His Excellency has fostered strong collaboration between the police and other security agencies, including the military, intelligence services, and community vigilante groups.
The President of the Ninth Senate revealed that this coordination has enhanced information sharing and joint operations, leading to improved security outcomes.
Senator Ahmed Lawan further said that Sen. Gaidam’s remarkable efforts as Police Affairs Minister have no doubt had a profound impact on our nation’s security landscape. Crime rates have declined significantly, public confidence in the police has been restored, and our communities are a lot safer.
“Beyond our shared history as Senators who both served in the 9th National Assembly and also exchanged views on current national issues, his insights and wisdom are invaluable to any discussion about Nigeria.
“I was filled with gratitude for the opportunity to be hosted by such a distinguished and respected figure. I wish His Excellency well as he continues to serve our great nation with distinction,” he said.
Senator Lawan visits Geidam in Abuja
Gombe police launch investigation after clash at wedding leaves one dead
By: Zagazola Makama
Police in Gombe State have commenced investigation following a deadly clash during a wedding send-off party in Tulmi, Akko Local Government Area, which left one person dead and others injured.
According to a sources, the incident occurred on Feb. 1, 2026, at about 10:30 p.m., when a group of men identified as Wada Hussaini, Ganji Alhaji Idi, Yaya Hussaini, Mohammed Maikudi, Bello Alhaji Idi, and one Tijjani, all from Garin Ardo Usman village, reportedly clashed with Abubakar Usman, 35, and Bello Adamu, 19, at the wedding organized by Godiya Mai Rai.
The confrontation resulted in serious injuries to Abubakar Usman, Bello Adamu, and Wada Hussaini. The injured were rushed to Cottage Hospital Tumu for treatment, but Abubakar Usman was confirmed dead. His corpse has been deposited at the hospital’s mortuary.
The suspects fled the scene following the incident, and police said efforts are ongoing to apprehend them. Investigation into the case has commenced.
Gombe police launch investigation after clash at wedding leaves one dead
Two children drown in Bauchi river, police investigate
By: Zagazola Makama
Two children drowned while swimming in a river on the outskirts of Bauchi metropolis, Bauchi State, police said.
According to sources, the victims, Saminu Mohammed, 12, and Tanimu Danladi, 11, both of Gudum Sayawa, went to a river in the area on Feb. 2, 2026, at about 4:30 p.m., when the incident occurred.
Police personnel swiftly moved to the scene, evacuated the children, and conveyed them to the Specialist Hospital, Bauchi, where they were certified dead by a medical practitioner.
Their remains were later released to their relatives for burial, while investigation into the incident continues.
Two children drown in Bauchi river, police investigate
Sokoto police arrest suspected bandits’ informants, financiers, recover rustled cows
By: Zagazola Makama
Sokoto State Police Command, in collaboration with the Community Guard, has arrested suspected bandits’ informants and financiers and recovered seven rustled cows along with a motorcycle.
Sources said that on Feb. 2, 2026, at about 1:00 a.m., operatives acting on credible intelligence swooped on Sarma Village in Tangaza Local Government Area, arresting two suspects, Nura Dan Haruna, 20, and Buhari Salah, 18, found in possession of seven stolen cows and a motorcycle without registration number.
The suspects reportedly confessed that they had been sent by Abdullahi Gulum and Dan Iko, both at large, to deliver the cows to Hamza Ibrahim, 56, of Kara Area, Illela, who has also been arrested.
Hamza reportedly admitted that he sold two of the cows last month to Abubakar Muhammad, 31, of Gwadabawa LGA, who was subsequently taken into custody.
Police confirmed that investigation is ongoing, and efforts are being intensified to apprehend the remaining suspects.
Sokoto police arrest suspected bandits’ informants, financiers, recover rustled cows
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