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Senator Lawan donates N27m, 300 bags of rice to victims of a fire outbreak in Yobe.
Senator Lawan donates N27m, 300 bags of rice to victims of a fire outbreak in Yobe.
By Yahaya Wakili
Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, PhD, GCON, Yobe North Senatorial District, has donated a total sum of #27 million naira and 300 bags of rice to the victims of the recent fire outbreaks in the three local government areas at his constituents.
The affected local government areas are Machina, Nguru, and Yusufari. The former Senate President has sympathies for the victims of the fire outbreaks that affected several communities.
“These unfortunate incidents have caused significant loss and hardship, and my thoughts and prayers are with all those who have been impacted during this difficult time.
“It is our collective responsibility to stand together, support one another, and provide relief to those in need. As your representatives in the National Assembly, I am committed to ensuring that the affected communities receive the necessary assistance to recover, Senator Lawan said.
According to him, this assistance is aimed at complementing efforts by the Yobe state government in providing immediate relief to the affected families and helping them to recover from the devastating impact of the fire outbreaks.
He urged the distribution team at his foundation, SAIL Foundation, to ensure that these resources reach the intended beneficiaries in a fair and transparent manner.
Senator Lawan assures his constituents that he will continue to work tirelessly to support our communities and advocate for measures that will prevent such incidents in the future. Together, we will overcome this challenge and emerge stronger.
The breakdown of the support is as follows. Machina LGA, #12 million, and 150 bags of rice, which will be distributed in the Ngabarawa, Dole, Ghana, and Damai communities. Nguru LGA will receive #5 million and 50 bags of rice, which will be allocated to the Askema and Mirba communities, while Yusufari LGA will get #10 million and 100 bags of rice, which will be distributed to Tulo-Tulo and Isufuri, respectively.
He prayed, May Allah (SWT) grant us the strength to endure these trials and bless us with peace and prosperity in this holy month of Ramadan. Ameen.
Senator Lawan donates N27m, 300 bags of rice to victims of a fire outbreak in Yobe.
Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police Command in Katsina, in collaboration with the military and local vigilantes, has repelled a bandits’ attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of the state.
Sources said that the incident occurred on Wednesday at about 1:20 a.m., when bandits stormed Lamuntani village in Goran Dansaka ward but were engaged in a gun battle by security operatives, forcing them to flee into the bush.
According to sources , six kidnapped victims were rescued unhurt. They include Aisha Rilwanu, 12; Zainab Mansir, 15; Munnir Sani, 19; Salamatu Umar, 19; Asmau Sani, 10; and Jamila Nasiru, 21.
The sources added that while escaping, the bandits attacked nearby Santan Kargo village, where they shot and injured three persons Yusuf Yushau, 30; Ismail Abubakar, 21; and Abdulmumin Sani,who were rushed to Malumfashi General Hospital for treatment.
The sources said two victims were still missing as security forces intensified search-and-rescue operations in the area.
Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA (OPFY) have recovered 164 rustled animals during clearance operations in Zamfara and Sokoto States.
Sources disclosed this on Thursday, saying the recoveries followed ambushes against terrorists moving livestock across communities.
The sources told Zagazola the troops, working with vigilantes, engaged terrorists attempting to move rustled animals from Talata Mafara LGA to Anka axis of Zamfara, recovering 21 sheep.
“Similarly, troops of 8 Division in conjunction with Keystone forces repelled terrorists who attacked Garbe Kanni village in Tureta LGA, Sokoto. A total of 143 sheep were recovered and a terrorist camp destroyed,” the sources said.
The animals have since been handed over to the chairmen of Bakura and Tureta LGAs for onward return to their rightful owners.
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested two notorious cattle rustlers and recovered arms and ammunition in Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama on Thursday in Jos that the operation followed credible intelligence on the activities of cattle rustlers in Kogul village, Mangu Local Government Area.
According to the sources, the troops raided the hideout of the suspects on Sept. 11 and arrested two of them. Items recovered include one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, one fabricated revolver rifle, 10 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, one mobile phone and cash.
“The arrested suspects and recovered items are in the custody of the troops for investigation. Follow-up operations are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal syndicate,” the sources said.
They added that the arrest was significant in curbing the menace of cattle rustling, which has often triggered crisis in Plateau and adjoining states.
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
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