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Man stabbed to death over grass dispute in Yobe, youths burn houses in reprisal

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Man stabbed to death over grass dispute in Yobe, youths burn houses in reprisal

By: Zagazola Makama

A 32-year-old man, Goni Umbadu, has been killed during a fight over suspected grass theft in Saleri Village, Yunusari Local Government Area.

Zagazola Makama gathered from sources that the incident occurred on June 20, 2025.

According to the sources, the deceased had confronted one Haruna Mai Pampy over the alleged theft of grass meant for animal feed, leading to a violent altercation in which Haruna stabbed Goni multiple times in the stomach, chest, and back with a knife. Goni was rushed to the Specialist Hospital in Geidam, where a medical doctor confirmed him dead.

In a reprisal attack following the incident, irate youths set fire to five thatched houses belonging to Fulani residents in the community.

Police sources said no arrests have been made so far, but efforts are underway to apprehend the suspect and all those involved in the arson attack.

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Governor Zulum Sends Delegation to Maroua for the Send-Forth of Major General Mohamad Saly

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Governor Zulum Sends Delegation to Maroua for the Send-Forth of Major General Mohamad Saly

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Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State sent a delegation to Maroua, Far North Region of Cameroon, to attend the send-forth ceremony of Major General Mohamad Saly, who has been appointed as the Chief of Army Staff of Cameroon.

The delegation was led by Engr. Lawan Abba Wakilbe, Honourable Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, and Chairman of the Borno State Sub-Committee on Repatriation.

At the ceremony held at the Maroua Grandstand, General Saly formally handed over to General Agaha Robinson Ndong, who assumed duty as the new Commander of the Fourth Military Region of Cameroon.

The event was chaired by Cameroon’s Honourable Minister of Defence, Beti Assomo, with the Governor of Far North Region, His Excellency Minjinyawa Bakari, in attendance.

Other members of the Borno State delegation included the Chairman of Gwoza Local Government Area, Hon. Abba Kawu Shehu Timta; the Chairman of Bama Local Government Area, Hon. Modu Gujja; STA MRR, Alkali Baba Kolo; Secretary of the Bama Reconstruction Committee, Kyarimi Babakura; among others.

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Pray For Tinubu, All Leaders and Nigeria-Gov. Buni

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Pray For Tinubu, All Leaders and Nigeria-Gov. Buni

By: Mamman Mohammed

Yobe state Governor Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON, COMN, has urged Nigerians to pray for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, other leaders and security operatives for divine guidance and improved security across the country.

Governor Buni made the call in Damaturu today when the leadership of the Shiek Usman Dahiru Bauchi foundation, paid him a courtesy call at the Government House.

He explained that prayers comes with divine guidance for leaders to deliver good governance to improve the lives of the people while, negative prayers for leaders begets poor leadership and poor service delivery.

“It therefore becomes important for us to pray to almighty Allah to guide the President, Governors and all those in position of leadership to succeed with improved security and for peace to reign in Nigeria” Buni said.

The Governor also urged the people to pray for the security forces “here in Yobe state, we have seen the efficacy of prayers in the fight against insurgency, we should tberefore continue praying for the country.

“We should not relent in praying for the president all leaders, and the security forces for us to succeed” he said.

Earlier in his address, the Chairman of the foundation, Shiek lbrahim Dahiru Bauchi, said the foundation was in the state for the Maulud anniversary of Shiek Ahmadu Tijjani.

“We have representatives from Morocco, Algeria, other countries and states across the country who are here to pray for the nation.

“We appreciate Yobe state for supporting this programme, we will pray for Yobe and other States, our leaders and, peace in Nigeria” Shiek Ibrahim assured.

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Two brothers injured in herders’ machete attack in Kukawa, Borno

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Two brothers injured in herders’ machete attack in Kukawa, Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Two brothers have sustained severe machete cuts following an attack by suspected herders in Kukawa Local Government Area of the state.

The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday when the victims, identified as Abba Gana Tijani, 40, and his younger brother, Kaka Abubakar Tijani, 35, were attacked while working on their farm at Mile 90 bush, Kukawa.

The victims had reportedly confronted some herders who attempted to graze their cattle on their crops, an encounter that escalated into violence.

“The herders, now at large, became infuriated after being stopped from grazing and brought out machetes with which they attacked the two brothers, inflicting deep cuts on their heads and right legs,” the sources stated.

Troops alongside joint a patrol team, Civilian Joint Task Force, and hunters, mobilised to the scene and documented the incident.

The victims were evacuated to the General Hospital, Monguno, where they were hospitalised and are responding to treatment.

Sources said efforts were ongoing to trace and arrest the fleeing suspects through engagements with Fulani leaders and farming communities in the area.

“Both parties have been cautioned against reprisals as security agencies intensify surveillance to prevent escalation,” said the sources.
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