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Adamawa NUJ looses journalist Villian Murray
Adamawa NUJ looses journalist Villian Murray
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Adamawa state Council has announced the death of one of their colleagues Villian Murray
Comrade Murray an active member of the union especially at the level of the Nigerian Association of women journalist (NAWOJ) was said to have died after a brief illness in Yola.
A statement signed by the council secretary Fidelis Jockthan stated that the council regrets to announce the sudden death of one of its members, late Villian Vigor Murray, who was a staff of Adamawa Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Yola before her demise.
“She died on Saturday,4th November 2024 after a brief illness.
Until her death,late Villian Vigor Murray was the Correspondent attached to Cover the Office of the Deputy Governor, Government House Yola by her station (ABC Yola)
“She was active in unionism as she served as Vice Chairperson of NAWOJ Adamawa state at one time of her life time.
” Late Villian also contested for the office of Zonal VP, Northeast, (NAWOJ) in 2020 during the 10th Triennial National Delegates Conference of NAWOJ that was held on 14th November 2020 in Minna,Niger State.
” The State Council Visited her residence on Saturday afternoon before she passed on in the evening.
” The Council at this trial moments consoled with the MURRAY family, Management of ABC Yola, NAWOJ, Church and her area of Primary assignment, Office of the Deputy Governor, Government House Yola.
“The state leadership of our great union is liaising with the family to keep our members informed of the burial arrangements.
” The Council also seek for prayers for the repose of the soul of our late great member.” said Fidelis Jockthan, secretary of the NUJ.
Adamawa NUJ looses journalist Villian Murray
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Edo During Search Operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation MESA, in collaboration with the Nigeria Police, local vigilantes and hunters, have rescued a kidnapped civilian in Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State.
Security sources said the troops, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Udomi, responded to credible intelligence at about 9:00 a.m. on April 21 regarding the abduction of a civilian in the Amendokhian general area.
The troops immediately launched a search-and-rescue operation and successfully secured the release of the victim.
The victim has since been reunited with family members, while efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend the perpetrators.
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Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS), have rescued a kidnapped victim following a swift response to a suspected terrorist attack in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources disclosed that the troops, deployed at Abaji, acted on a report at about 1:45 p.m. on April 21 regarding an attack at Tumataa community.
On arrival, the troops engaged the suspected terrorists in a gun duel, forcing them to abandon the victim and flee the scene.
The victim was successfully rescued and has since been reunited with family members.
The sources added that troops are sustaining operations in the area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further attacks.
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Benue
Troops Arrest Illegal Arms Manufacturers, Recover Weapons in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have arrested two suspected illegal arms manufacturers during a raid on a criminal hideout in Langtang North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources disclosed that the operation was carried out at about 5:00 p.m. on April 22 at Gwandanu Village, following credible intelligence on illicit arms production in the area.
According to the sources, the suspects were apprehended while actively engaged in the fabrication of weapons.
Items recovered during the operation include two AK-47 rifles, one G3 rifle, two generating sets, a welding machine, a drilling machine, a hand filer and a toolbox, among other items.
The suspects are currently in military custody pending further investigation.
The sources added that troops have intensified efforts to mop up illegally fabricated arms in the general area as part of ongoing operations to curb criminal activities and enhance security in the state.
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