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KACRAN consoles Emir of Machinaover the death of his mother
KACRAN consoles Emir of Machina
over the death of his mother
By: Yahaya Wakili
The National President of the Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN), Hon. Khalil Mohammed Bello, has condole His Royal Highness the Emir of Machina, Alhaji Dr. Bashir Albishir Bukar Machinama OON, over the death of his beloved mother, Hajiya Hauwa Mai Bukar Machinama.
This was contained in a press release issue and signed by Khalil Mohammed Bello, made available to newsmen in Damaturu, the Yobe state capital.
Hajiya Hauwa died on Saturday, 28th December, 2024, after a brief illness in Machina. She was buried according to Islamic rites on Sunday, 29th December, 2024.
Hajiya Hauwa’s legacy will live on through her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She raised a family of leaders and role models, including our beloved/humbled Emir, Alhaji Dr. Bashir Albishir Bukar Machinama OON.
Hon. Khalil Bello described the death of Hajiya Hauwa Mai Bukar Machinama as a sad and irreparable loss to the emir, his family, the Machina emirate, and the entire people of Yobe state in general.
He said, “As faithfuls, we are consoled by the fact that it was her appointed time, and nothing happens to a believer but with the will of Allah (SWT), the creator.
On behalf of the members of the Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN), Machina Local Government Area, Yobe State, and Nigeria by extension, I extend our condolences to His Royal Highness the Emir of Machina, Alhaji (Dr.) Bashir Albishir Bukar Machinama OON, and the entire people of the Machina emirate/Yobe State.
“We share in your grief and pray for Allah’s (SWT) comfort and guidance during this difficult time. May Hajiya Hauwa’s soul rest in Aljannatul Firdaus, Ameen, ya Allah.
KACRAN consoles Emir of Machina
over the death of his mother
Suspect Killed, Police Officer Injured in Clash with Hoodlums in Gombe
By: Zagazola Makama
A police officer was injured, and a suspect was killed during a violent confrontation with hoodlums in Kumbiya-Kumbiya Quarters, Gombe Local Government Area, on April 17, 2025.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred around 10:10 p.m. when an anti-violence patrol team, led by Inspector Isah Buba, spotted a group of hoodlums at a notorious black spot.
The hoodlums, armed with cutlasses and other dangerous weapons, attacked the police team, leaving Special Constable Ahmed Muhammad, 28, severely injured and unconscious, presumed dead.
The situation escalated as the criminals advanced in numbers, prompting Corporal Aliyu Nura to open fire, fatally injuring Umar Musa, 25, a member of the gang. Musa was rushed to Federal Teaching Hospital (FTH) Gombe, where he was confirmed dead. The body was deposited at the hospital’s morgue.
Special Constable Muhammad was also rushed to Zainab Bulkachuwa Hospital Gombe for treatment of presumed internal injuries and is currently receiving care. Two cutlasses were recovered from the scene, and a round of 7.66mm ammunition was found to be expended.
Further investigation revealed that Haruna Kaura, who is believed to have been mobilizing the thugs for illicit activities, had directed them to attack the police.
The investigation is ongoing.
Suspect Killed, Police Officer Injured in Clash with Hoodlums in Gombe
Kaduna Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Recover Two Fabricated Rifles
By: Zagazola Makama
Police in Kaduna State have arrested a 30-year-old suspected kidnapper after recovering two fabricated rifles during a routine patrol on April 18, 2025.
Police sources told Zagazola Makama that he patrol team intercepted the suspect, Ishiaku Ali, who was acting suspiciously while holding a sack along the Kauru-Pambeguwa Road at around 4:30 PM. A search of the sack revealed the two fabricated rifles and a long chain, which were concealed inside.
The suspect was immediately arrested, and the recovered items were secured as evidence. Ali, a resident of Bakin Dutse in Kauru LGA, is currently in police custody, and the exhibits will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Kaduna for further investigation.
Kaduna Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Recover Two Fabricated Rifles
Police Arrest Eight Suspects for Killing, Burying Baby in Maiduguri Hospital
By: Zagazola Makama
Eight suspects have been arrested in connection with the killing and secret burial of a newborn baby at Kwatam Private Hospital along Baga Road in Maiduguri.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on April 18, 2025, at about 1:00 p.m. following a tip-off from concerned residents who saw individuals attempting to bury the baby within the hospital premises.
Security operatives swiftly responded, cordoned off the area, and apprehended all suspects involved in the act.
According to the sources, forensic experts were deployed to the scene and successfully exhumed the body of the newborn for examination.
The suspects have since been handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for detailed investigation to uncover the motive and circumstances surrounding the incident.
Investigations are ongoing.
Police Arrest Eight Suspects for Killing, Burying Baby in Maiduguri Hospital
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