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AYCF Calls for Peaceful Resolution of Air Peace/Kano Emir Misunderstanding
AYCF Calls for Peaceful Resolution of Air Peace/Kano Emir Misunderstanding
The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has called for an amicable resolution of the misunderstanding the management of Air Peace and the protocol officer of the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Isa Bayero.
In a statement issued yesterday, the National President of the AYCF, Yerima Shettima, called on prominent Nigerians to intervene in the matter in the interest of peace.
Shettima said: “It is worrisome that a viable solution to the ongoing misunderstanding seems far away because elders in the country are yet to either pay attention to the matter or make move in the interest of peace.”
The statement said it was surprising that the Air Peace Chairman, Allen Onyema, is being associated with disrespecting the Emir of Kano.
Shettima said: “The Onyema I know has never ever been linked with disrespect for monarchs in the North, much less the Emir of Kano.”
According to him, Onyema had made business sacrifices in the past by evacuating Nigerians stranded in some troubled spots around the world, “especially during South Africa’s xenophobic attacks, and we hope this matter will not obliterate such sacrifices.”
Shettima recalled that two years ago,
“I humbly asked the Peace Air chairman to delay a flight for us in the entourage of Chairman, Northern Elders Forum (NEF) Prof. Ango Abdullahi.
“I can recall vividly remember that we were travelling by road from Ibadan to Lagos in order to catch the Air Peace flight to Abuja, and he did that favour by delaying the flight for over an hour, notwithstanding that I’m not a revered monarch like His Royal Highness the Emir of Kano.
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“And the Air Peace chairman later told me why he did that favour. He said he delayed the flight because we were doing peace shuttles around Nigeria to douse certain tensions, and that we were about missing another important peace shuttle in Abuja if that flight was not delayed.
“Onyema told us that time that he would do anything for peace to reign in Nigeria.
So, we just hope this matter does not get out of hand or create the wrong impression that the Peace Air chairman was being needlessly intimidated by the Emirate’s Director of Protocol.
“As a group, the AYCF holds the Emir of Kano in a very high esteem, and it is well-known that if anyone had ever tried to belittle any emir in the North, we would be the first to fire back.”
ECOWAS Inspection Team Assesses Readiness of Nigerian Standby Force in Ondo
By: Zagazola Makama
An inspection team from the ECOWAS Force Headquarters and Army Headquarters has assessed the operational readiness of Nigeria’s ECOWAS standby force at Naquora Barracks in Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the team, led by Brig.-Gen. Sheikh Sulaiman Massaquoi, visited the barracks on Nov. 7, 2026, to evaluate the troops’ preparedness for possible deployment.
The team received briefings on troop readiness, training and administrative matters, and witnessed demonstrations on roadblock operations and crowd dispersal.
Massaquoi commended the troops for their performance and urged them to sustain high standards of professionalism, discipline and physical fitness.
The inspection visit ended without any incident.
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Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Gunshot-Wounded Victim in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have foiled a suspected kidnapping attempt and rescued a gunshot-wounded victim along the Rafin Sanyi axis in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 6 OPEP, deployed at Sopp, responded to a distress report at about 9:40 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026, after suspected kidnappers blocked the road in the area.
The swift intervention of the troops reportedly forced the criminals to flee before they could carry out their operation.
The troops subsequently combed the area and rescued one occupant of a Sharon vehicle who had sustained a gunshot wound.
The victim was evacuated to the Nigerian Army Medical Outpost at Tigi, where he received first aid treatment.
Troops have continued to dominate the general area through fighting patrols to prevent the criminals from regrouping and forestall further attacks.
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Troops Raid Jos Hotel, Arrest Five Suspects Over Phone Snatching, Recover 26 Phones
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have raided a hotel along Baring Road in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, arresting five suspected criminals and recovering 26 mobile phones and other items.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 1 OPEP, while on patrol, responded to a report of phone snatching at about 9:00 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026.
Following the incident, the stolen phone was reportedly tracked to Prime House Hotel within the area, prompting the troops to conduct a raid on the facility.
The operation led to the arrest of five suspects identified as Tahir Suleiman, 25; Muhammed Ahmed, 25; Muhammed Labaran Haruna, 27; Yahya Yunusa, 20; and Aisha Mohammad, 22.
The suspects were reportedly found in possession of the tracked phone, while a further search led to the recovery of 26 mobile phones, 27 pouches, three MP devices, two earpods, an HP laptop, a knife and four power banks.
The vehicle belonging to the suspects was also towed to the headquarters of Sector 1 for a comprehensive search.
The suspects and recovered exhibits remain in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
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