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Amotekun officer abducted by armed bandits in Oyo
Amotekun officer abducted by armed bandits in Oyo
By: Zagazola Makama
A member of the Amotekun Corps had been abducted by suspected armed bandits in Budo Alhaji village, Orelope Local Government Area of the state.
Zagazola learnt that the victim, identified as Rabiu Akeem, was kidnapped on July 14 at about 5:30 p.m. while in the forest along Ighoho–Igbope–Igbeti road.
He was among three armed Amotekun officers deployed to the area who had entered the forest to fetch firewood when they were suddenly surrounded by armed men.
The Commander of Amotekun in Orelope LGA, identified simply as Taofeeq, alongside another officer, Ogunikojo Ojekunle Lekan, reported the incident to the Ighoho Division at about 10:53 p.m.
On receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer in Ighoho swiftly mobilised a combined team of police operatives, Amotekun personnel, local vigilantes, and hunters to the scene.
A search-and-rescue operation was immediately launched with extensive bush combing to locate the victim and apprehend the perpetrators.
The Command assured that investigation is ongoing and all efforts are being made to ensure the safe return of the abducted officer and bring the culprits to justice.
Amotekun officer abducted by armed bandits in Oyo
Police arrest suspected gunrunners, recover eight firearms in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Operatives of the Kaduna State Police Command have arrested two suspected gunrunners and recovered a cache of locally made weapons.
According to sources, the detectives acting on credible intelligence stormed Kurmin Kogi Village and apprehended the suspects Isah Bello, and Sa’idu Haruna, both of Damdami Village, Richifa Ward, Soba LGA.
The sources said the suspects confessed to being in possession of firearms and led investigators to their hideout, where four locally made guns and four locally made pistols were recovered.
The sources added that the suspects are in custody as discreet investigations continue.
Police arrest suspected gunrunners, recover eight firearms in Kaduna
Man attacked with hoe over alleged affair in Gombe
By: Zagazola Makama
Security personnel in Gombe have arrested a man for allegedly attacking another with a hoe over claims of adultery.
Sources told Zagazola Makama the incident occurred on Thursday at about 6:30 p.m. in Shongo Kagadama Village, Kwami Local Government Area, when one Musa Usman allegedly confronted Abdulmumini Misa, 38, accusing him of having an affair with his wife.
The suspect struck the victim on the head and injured his fingers on both hands, leaving him with serious wounds.
The victim was taken to the Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, where he is receiving treatment.
The sources say the suspect has been arrested and is under investigation.
Man attacked with hoe over alleged affair in Gombe
Bandits attack Zamfara village, abduct residents; 4 rescued, 9 security operatives missing
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits in large numbers attacked the outskirts of Adabka Village in Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Thursday night, abducting several residents.
Zagazola learnt that the incident occurred on Thursday at about 8:32 p.m., prompting a swift response from joint security forces stationed in the area.
A fierce gun battle ensued, leading to the rescue of four abducted persons. However, two Police Mobile Force (PMF) personnel and seven members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) were reported missing after the clash.
Security sources said search and rescue efforts are underway to locate the missing operatives and any other abducted villagers.
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Police arrest suspected gunrunners, recover eight firearms in Kaduna
Man attacked with hoe over alleged affair in Gombe
Bandits attack Zamfara village, abduct residents; 4 rescued, 9 security operatives missing
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