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Arabic Day: Zulum opens ‘ASALLIN’ national conference in Maiduguri
Arabic Day: Zulum opens ‘ASALLIN’ national conference in Maiduguri
… Governor honoured as ‘Knight of Arabic’
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Monday, declared open the 18th national conference of the Academic Society for Arabic Language and Literature in Nigeria (ASALLIN) which was organized to commemorate the International Arabic Day slated for the 18th of December every year.
The event was held at the International conference hall of Musa Usman Secretariat, Maiduguri.
Zulum, in his remarks, emphasized the importance of preserving and promoting Arabic language and Islamic scholarship in Nigeria.
He highlighted the rich cultural and historical significance of the Arabic language and its contributions to literature, science and religious texts.
The governor noted that his administration intends to construct 27 High Islamic Colleges, one in each Local Government in order to promote Arabic education in Borno.
Zulum also launched ASALLIN’s annual journal titled “AL-LISAN JOURNAL OF THE ACADEMIC SOCIETY FOR ARABIC LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE IN NIGERIA where he announced the purchase of 50 copies at N5m.
The conference with the theme: “Arabic Culture In West Africa & The Journey Over Centuries: Achievements And Prospects” aims to explore strategies for sustaining and enhancing the study of Arabic knowledge in Nigerian educational institutions.
Professor Mashood Jimba, President of ASALLIN, expressed her gratitude to Governor Zulum and the organizing committee for their efforts in hosting the conference.
… Governor honoured “Knight of Arabic Language”
Meanwhile, the Academic Society for Arabic Language and Literature in Nigeria (ASALLIN) has honoured the Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, with an award titled “Faris Lugga Arabiya” which literally translates as the “Knight of Arabic Language”.
The award according to the organizers was to recognize Zulum’s commitment to promoting the teaching and learning of Arabic language in Borno State.
The award was presented to the Governor by the Director of the Nigerian Arabic Village, Ngala, Professor Ibrahim Muhammad.
Arabic Day: Zulum opens ‘ASALLIN’ national conference in Maiduguri
Security forces foil kidnapping attempt at Government Girls’ College in Bauchi
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forces have foiled an attempted kidnapping at Government Girls’ College in Bauchi, Bauchi State, in the early hours of Saturday, sources said.
The incident reportedly occurred at about 4:42 a.m. on March 15 when unidentified persons attempted to gain entry into the school premises through the fence near the staff quarters.
Security personnel on guard duty, supported by a patrol team, responded swiftly to the situation. On sighting the approaching officers, the suspected kidnappers abandoned their mission and fled the area.
The development caused brief panic within the school as students raised alarm and ran within the premises. However, no student was harmed or molested during the incident.
Police said the situation has been brought under control, while the school premises remain under close surveillance. Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend the suspects.
Security forces foil kidnapping attempt at Government Girls’ College in Bauchi
Man rescued by security forced after abduction in Fika, suspects flee
By: Zagazola Makama
A 35-year-old man, Haruna Abdul, was rescued unhurt after being abducted from his residence in Fali Village, Gashinge, Fika Local Government Area of Yobe State, security sources confirmed on Monday.
The incident, which occurred on March 14, involved unknown assailants armed with bows, arrows, and matches, who reportedly invaded Abdul’s home and forcibly abducted him.
During the attempted transport of the victim to an undisclosed location, police and vigilante groups promptly pursued the kidnappers to Gubana in Fune LGA, Yobe State.
The kidnappers reportedly abandoned Abdul along with a seized motorcycle, described as kasere red in color without registration number, before fleeing into the bush.
The victim has since been reunited with his family, while authorities continue efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects for prosecution.
Man rescued by security forced after abduction in Fika, suspects flee
Stray bullet injures man in Tsafe following dispute involving military personnel
By: Zagazola Makama
A 38-year-old man sustained gunshot injuries in Tsafe Township, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, after a misunderstanding involving a military personnel attached to Operation FANSAN YANMA.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 8:45 p.m. on March 14 in the Sahara area when the military personnel, who was in possession of a serviceable rifle, attempted to apprehend one of several youths from Sabon Fegi area.
According to sources , the youths resisted and overpowered the soldier, who reportedly fired his rifle to escape. A stray bullet hit a passerby, identified as Abdulrazak Abdullahi Kayode, in the stomach.
The injured man was initially taken to General Hospital Tsafe before being referred to Federal Medical Centre, Gusau, for further treatment.
Sources said the situation has been brought under control, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Residents have been urged to remain calm while authorities look into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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