Bandit ambush police in Kankara, killed Inspector and injured another officer

By: Zagazola Makama

At least one police officer killed and another injured following an ambush on its Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) patrol team by suspected armed bandits in Kankara Local Government Area in Katsina.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on June 19 at about 12:30 p.m. near Government Science Secondary School along the Kankara–Kafi Road, during a farm clearance operation by the police.

According to a Police sources, he bandits suddenly opened fire on the patrol team, leading to a gun duel.

“As a result of the exchange, Inspector Yahaya Bello, was fatally wounded and later confirmed dead at the General Hospital Kankara by a medical doctor.

Another officer, ASP Sani Suleiman, attached to 27 PMF Katsina, sustained gunshot injuries and is currently receiving treatment at the same hospital, where he is reported to be responding positively.

Bandit ambush police in Kankara, killed Inspector and injured another officer

Lake Chad Basin Commission Hosts Gov. Buni To A Dinner

By: Mamman Mohammed

The Lake Chad Basin Commission has organized a dinner in honour of His Excellency the Executive Governor of Yobe State and Chairman Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum, Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON, COMN.

Gov. Buni assured that the Forum would continue providing the political will to support the commission achieve its mandate of strengthening regional integration, security, stability and development of the region.

The Executive Secretary of Lake Chad Basin Commission, Amb. Nuhu Mamman, commended Gov. Buni for showing great commitment and support to the commission.

“This is a great indication of good things to come under your able leadership and, we appreciate this sense of inspiration your visit has provided us” he said.

Lake Chad Basin Commission Hosts Gov. Buni To A Dinner

Troops rescue kidnap victim, neutralise suspect in Bauchi

By: Zagazola Makama

The Troops of 33 Artillery Brigade, under Operation Lafiyan Jama’a, have rescued a kidnap victim and neutralised one suspected kidnapper during a clearance operation in Mbulu community, Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded to a distress call at about 6:40 p.m. on June 19, following credible intelligence about a kidnapping syndicate operating in the area.

The sources stated that one of the kidnappers was intercepted at a market while attempting to purchase food items for his gang.

“Following preliminary interrogation, the suspect led troops to the criminal hideout,” he said.

However, upon arrival at the location, the remaining gang members opened fire on the troops, prompting a swift response.

“In the exchange of fire, one kidnapper was neutralised while the others fled into the surrounding bush,” he stated.

Troops rescued one kidnapped victim during the operation. Further exploitation of the area led to the recovery of one fabricated AK-47 rifle and one locally made Dane gun.

The rescued victim is currently undergoing debriefing and will be reunited with his family, while pursuit of the fleeing criminals is ongoing.

Troops rescue kidnap victim, neutralise suspect in Bauchi