Troops arrest four suspected terrorists, recover arms in Taraba

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have arrested four suspected terrorists and recovered arms and ammunition in Taraba State.

Zagazola gathered that the arrest followed a swift response to a distress call on May 7 regarding the movement of armed men in the Tau general area of Ardo-Kola Local Government Area.

Three of the suspects were found in possession of firearms during the operation, while one other suspect was arrested for further investigation.

Items recovered from the suspects include two pump-action rifles, one locally fabricated gun, 42 cartridges, three cutlasses, four mobile phones, and one national identity card.

Preliminary investigations indicated that the suspects were allegedly invited by one Alhaji Ardo Sani, whose involvement is currently under investigation.

Commander of 6 Brigade/Sector 3 OPWS, Brig.-Gen. Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the troops for their swift and professional conduct during the operation.

He reiterated the Brigade’s commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property across Taraba State and its environs.

He also urged members of the public to provide timely and credible information to security agencies to aid ongoing operations and enhance peace and stability in the state.

Troops arrest four suspected terrorists, recover arms in Taraba

Nigeria Congratulates Germany on Election of New Chancellor

By: Michael Mike

Nigeria has extended its warm congratulations to Germany on the successful election of Friedrich Merz as the new Chancellor. The Conservative Leader
won with 325 votes in the 630-Seat Bundestag on Tuesday, 6th May, 2025.

A statement by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa read: “Nigeria commends Germany’s strong democratic traditions and values, which have once again been demonstrated through a peaceful and transparent electoral process. We are confident that under Friedrich Merz’s leadership, Germany will continue to play a pivotal role in advancing global peace, stability, and prosperity.

“As longstanding partners, Nigeria looks forward to deepening bilateral relations with Germany in areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment, security, and sustainable development. We also reaffirm our commitment to strengthening multilateral cooperation within the framework of the United Nations and other international fora.

“The Nigerian government and people wish the new Chancellor a successful tenure and express our readiness to work closely with Germany for the benefit of both nations and the global community.”

Nigeria Congratulates Germany on Election of New Chancellor

Drama in court: Judge withdraws, returns Gombe land tussle case to CJ

A mild drama ensued on Wednesday at the Gombe State High Court when a judge, Justice Fatima Musa recused herself from presiding over a high-profile land encroachment case involving Emir General Integrated Limited and a construction company contracted to build the state’s proposed Mechanics Village, known as Grandscope Construction Limited.

Emir General Integrated Limited had earlier sued the construction firm, alleging trespass on its land. The Gombe State Government also recently filed an application to be joined in the suit as a co-defendant.

During the latest court sitting on Wednesday, Justice Fatima Musa shocked parties involved by announcing her withdrawal from the case, citing personal reasons. She stated that the case would be returned to the Chief Judge of the State for reassignment to another judge.

Reacting to the development, counsel to the first defendant, Grandscope Construction Limited, Barrister Daniel Tsaro, described the judge’s decision as not uncommon, adding that his clients had no objections.

On his part, counsel to Emir General Integrated Limited, Barrister Suleiman Abdulrahim, reaffirmed their commitment to pursuing the matter to its conclusion, regardless of which court it is reassigned to.

It would be recalled that during a previous sitting, the court had granted an interim order restraining Grandscope Construction Limited from further accessing or commencing construction on the disputed land, pending the hearing and determination of a motion on notice.

Drama in court: Judge withdraws, returns Gombe land tussle case to CJ