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ADC drags YSIEC to court in Yobe
ADC drags YSIEC to court in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Yobe State has dragged Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission (YSIEC) to State High Court over its failure to serve us with any notice about the election.
The party also demanded the cancellation of the local government election conducted by the Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission (YSIEC).
This was contained in a press release issue, and signed by the State Chairman of ADC, Umar Kalli Alhaji, made available to newsmen in Damaturu, who said the election was characterized by irregularities and gross breaches of the electoral law.
“Section 4 of the 1999 constitution gives the Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission, YSIEC, power to organize, undertake, and supervise all elections to local government councils within the state, the release added.
“The ADC has not been properly informed by the YSIEC about the election for the submission of its candidates, which is a violation of the 2022 Electoral Act.
Adding that, section 29 (1) of the Electoral Act, 2022, tasked the political parties to hold a primary and submit the list of candidates to the commission not later than 180 days before the election.
The ADC revealed that it had written to the commission demanding the extension of the elections for the commission to regularize the process in line with the 2022 Electoral Act, but the commission ignored its request and went ahead to conduct the local government election.
Therefore, the ADC dragged the YSIEC before the State High Court over its failure to serve us with any notice about the election, which is a violation of the 2022 electoral act, yet the logo of our party appeared on the ballot paper among the 9 political parties that participated in the election.
Kalli stated that “the same YSIEC that refused to recognize our existence as a political party is the same commission that produced the ballot paper with ADC’s logo, knowing fully well that the party has no candidate in the election.”
When newsmen contacted the YSIEC Chairman, Dr. Mamman Mohammad said the commission was not aware of any case filed before any court by the ADC, adding that the election was conducted in full compliance with the 2022 Electoral Act.
ADC drags YSIEC to court in Yobe
Troops arrest suspected ammunition racketeer in Cross River
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 245 Battalion have arrested a suspected ammunition racketeer in Cross River State in an ongoing effort to curb illegal arms circulation.
A military source said the suspect was apprehended at about 11:35 p.m. on April 14 in Abong-Ebam Community, Boki Local Government Area, while riding on a motorcycle.
According to the source, troops intercepted the suspect during a routine operation and discovered 25 cartridges in his possession.
The suspect was immediately taken into custody for further investigation to determine the source and intended destination of the ammunition.
The military said preliminary interrogation is ongoing as part of efforts to dismantle arms trafficking networks operating within the area.
Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to sustained patrols and intelligence-driven operations aimed at preventing the proliferation of illegal weapons and enhancing security in Cross River and adjoining states.
Troops arrest suspected ammunition racketeer in Cross River
Troops, NDLEA arrest 8 suspects, recover illicit drugs in Bayelsa raid
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Headquarters 16 Brigade, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have arrested eight suspects and recovered quantities of illicit drugs during coordinated raids in Bayelsa State.
A military source said the operation was conducted at about 10:30 a.m. on April 14 across Obunagha, Azikoro and Swali communities in Yenagoa Local Government Area, Amassoma in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, and Imiringi in Ogbia Local Government Area.
According to the source, the joint operation led to the arrest of eight suspects and the recovery of about 850 grammes of cannabis sativa and 11 grammes of methamphetamine.
The suspects and recovered substances have since been handed over to the NDLEA for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security authorities said the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to curb drug trafficking and related criminal activities in the Niger Delta region.
Troops, NDLEA arrest 8 suspects, recover illicit drugs in Bayelsa raid
Troops foil bandit attack, rescue 10 victims in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Joint Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA in Katsina State have foiled a bandit attack and rescued 10 kidnapped persons in Faskari Local Government Area of the state.
Sources said the incident occurred in the early hours of April 12 at Sabon Garin Yankara village following a distress call received at about 3:30 a.m.
According to the sources, a large number of armed bandits invaded the community, prompting the joint troops to be deployed in the area.
They added that the joint team tactically blocked the escape routes of the attackers and engaged them in a fierce gun duel.
“The bandits were forced to abandon the kidnapped victims and fled with gunshot injuries, leading to the rescue of all 10 victims unharmed,” the sources said.
The sources, however, disclosed that a vigilante member, identified as Sanusi Naatta, 45, sustained gunshot wounds during the encounter and was later confirmed dead at a hospital.
They noted that security operatives have since blocked all exit routes, while efforts have been intensified to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
Troops foil bandit attack, rescue 10 victims in Katsina
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