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Adedini Joins 2027 Reps Race, Vows Inclusive Development for Ife Constituency
Adedini Joins 2027 Reps Race, Vows Inclusive Development for Ife Constituency
By: Michael Mike
A development advocate and grassroots mobiliser, Marcus Adedini, has formally declared his intention to contest the House of Representatives seat for Ife Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections.
Adedini’s entry into the race follows his purchase of the All Progressives Congress (APC) nomination and expression of interest forms, signalling what he described as a decisive step toward deepening public service and advancing community-driven development across Ife land.
Positioning himself as a candidate rooted in grassroots engagement, Adedini highlighted years of involvement in community-focused initiatives spanning education, healthcare, youth empowerment, and social welfare. According to him, these efforts reflect a consistent commitment to improving living standards and expanding opportunities for residents.
In the education sector, his interventions have included scholarship schemes, distribution of learning materials, and support for infrastructure development aimed at enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. His healthcare outreach programmes, he noted, have provided medical services to underserved communities while promoting awareness on preventive health practices.
Adedini also underscored his focus on youth empowerment, citing initiatives that equip young people with vocational skills, entrepreneurial training, and startup support to tackle unemployment and foster economic independence. Similar programmes, he added, have targeted women and vulnerable groups, helping to strengthen livelihoods and social inclusion.
Beyond community projects, Adedini pointed to his legislative exposure, which includes contributions to policy discussions and drafting of bills in sectors such as education, healthcare, and social development. He argued that his understanding of budgeting processes and project facilitation would enable him to attract federal interventions to the constituency.
Calling on constituents to support his ambition, Adedini pledged to run a campaign anchored on issues, inclusivity, and accountability. He assured residents of effective representation and responsive leadership if elected, emphasizing that his vision is built on sustainable development and collective progress.
Adedini Joins 2027 Reps Race, Vows Inclusive Development for Ife Constituency
Troops Arrest Five Suspected Drug Peddlers in Adamawa
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested five suspected drug peddlers during a night patrol in Mubi South Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Security sources said the suspects were apprehended at about 4:30 a.m. on May 3 during a routine patrol within the Mubi general area.
The sources disclosed that the arrest was made around the Fillin Ball area by troops of the 232 Battalion (Tactical).
According to the sources, the suspects were identified as Mohammed Usman, 28; Abubakar Ali, 26; Sani Usman, 28; Mohammed Kabiru Ahmed, 29; and Okasha Mohammed, 25.
They added that one of the suspects was found in possession of two live rounds of ammunition at the time of arrest.
The sources further said the suspects are currently in military custody for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Troops Arrest Five Suspected Drug Peddlers in Adamawa
Troops Rescue Two Kidnap Victims in Adamawa, Search Ongoing for Others
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued two kidnapped victims during a search-and-rescue operation in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Security sources said the operation was launched at about 4:32 a.m. on May 3 following a distress call on a kidnapping incident in the Korpallama general area.
The sources disclosed that troops of B Company, 144 Battalion, deployed in Gulak, in conjunction with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), mobilised to the location and conducted a search operation.
According to the sources, two victims—Barnabas Apagu, 12, and Ruth Apagu, 10—were successfully rescued during the operation.
They added that two other victims, identified as Rahila Apagu, 21, and Ijandri Apagu, 19, are still unaccounted for.
The sources further said efforts are ongoing to locate and rescue the remaining victims, while security operations in the area have been intensified.
Troops Rescue Two Kidnap Victims in Adamawa, Search Ongoing for Others
Military Air Interdiction Destroys Terrorist Stronghold in Marte Axis
By Zagazola Makama
The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai have successful execution of an air interdiction mission targeting a террорист stronghold in the Tumbuns general area of Borno State.
Sources disclosed that the operation was carried out in the early hours of May 1 at about 5:35 a.m. by coordinated air assets with additional support from military drones platforms for battle damage assessment.
According to the source, the mission followed credible intelligence indicating significant terrorist activity around the Metele and Dogon Chukwu axis, including the presence of fortified structures and extensive trench systems.
The sources further revealed that confirmatory intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) conducted a day earlier identified an island location with prominent structures believed to serve as storage facilities, as well as multiple defensive trenches.
“During the mission, over 20 insurgents were observed within the targeted structures. All identified targets were subsequently engaged in successive passes using precision-guided munitions,” the sources said.
He noted that the strikes resulted in the neutralisation of several terrorists elements and the destruction of their logistics bases and operational infrastructure.
Military Air Interdiction Destroys Terrorist Stronghold in Marte Axis
Troops Arrest Five Suspected Drug Peddlers in Adamawa
Troops Rescue Two Kidnap Victims in Adamawa, Search Ongoing for Others
Military Air Interdiction Destroys Terrorist Stronghold in Marte Axis
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