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Bandits abduct many  worshippers in Zamfara mosque during Jummat prayer

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Bandits abduct many  worshippers in Zamfara mosque during Jummat prayer

Bandits abduct many  worshippers in Zamfara mosque during Jummat prayer

By Zagazola Makama

Armed bandits have abducted many  worshippers in the North West of Zamfara as they were observing Jummat prayers,”Zagazola Learnt. 

It was gathered that the gun men who disguised as worshippers stormed a central mosque in Zugu town, Bukkuyum local government area in the state, at about 1:30 pm.

Zugu is 170 km west of Zamfara state capital Gusau.

Eye witnesses told Zagazola Makama, A Counter Insurgency Expert and Security Analyst in the Lake Chad, gathered that the marauders visited the mosque  under the pretext to pray in the mosque before wrecking havoc.

“Many worshipers scampered for safety amidst sporadic gun shooting by the insurgents. The bandits surrounded the remaining worshippers and took them to away.

Abdulkareem Bilyaminu, a witness, said that several persons including the deputy Chief Imam were among those  abducted by the bandits. 

According to him,”The armed group followed to eastern location of Zugu village heading towards Gando forest.” said the eye witness. 

Security operatives have reportedly  intensified search for the abducted victims.

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Troops arrest two suspected ISWAP informants in Borno

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Troops arrest two suspected ISWAP informants in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested two suspected informants linked to ISWAP in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno.

Security sources said the suspects were apprehended at about 3:00 a.m. on Tuesday following credible intelligence from a watchkeeper on suspicious movements within the Mainok general area.

According to the sources, troops of the 156 Task Force Battalion swiftly responded and intercepted the suspects while moving towards the Goni–Masari axis.

The sources disclosed that the suspects were found in possession of electrical cables at the time of their arrest, raising suspicions over possible sabotage or support activities for terrorist elements.

“They are currently in custody and undergoing preliminary investigation to ascertain their roles and possible links with terrorist groups,” the source said.

He added that the operation underscores the importance of community-based intelligence in ongoing counter-insurgency efforts across the North-East.

The source reaffirmed that troops remain vigilant and committed to denying terrorists freedom of action within their areas of responsibility.

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One killed in post-reconciliation clash in Kano

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One killed in post-reconciliation clash in Kano

By: Zagazola Makama

The Kano State Police Command has arrested several suspects following a clash between rival groups of armed thugs in Kano that left one person dead.

According to sources, the incident occurred at about 10:30 p.m. on March 17 in Jaen Unguwar Lalle quarters after a failed reconciliation meeting. A distress call from a resident prompted the Divisional patrol team to swiftly respond.

Police said the patrol engaged the thugs, restored order, and arrested the ringleaders, identified as Abubakar Abdullahi, 22, of Sabuwar Madina quarters, and Abubakar Bello, also known as Babuji, 18, of Unguwar Lalle quarters.

Three of the thugs sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital. One, Aliyu Abdullahi, 22, of Unguwar Lalle, who suffered a neck injury, was pronounced dead, while the others are receiving treatment.

Further police raids on suspected hideouts led to the arrest of eight additional suspects. Items recovered include a cutlass, a sword, and charms.

Sources from the Kano State Police Command said investigations are ongoing, and further updates will be communicated.

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Troops arrest suspect as rival Sara-Suka factions clash in Jos

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Troops arrest suspect as rival Sara-Suka factions clash in Jos

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Safe Haven have arrested a suspect following a clash between rival factions of the Sara-Suka group in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:00 a.m. on March 16 at Zololo Junction, where the rival groups engaged in a violent confrontation.

Troops of Sector 1 swiftly responded to the distress call and apprehended one suspect, while others fled on sighting the security personnel.

The suspect is currently in custody for further investigation and necessary action.

Troops have continued to maintain presence in the area to prevent further breakdown of law and order.

Troops arrest suspect as rival Sara-Suka factions clash in Jos

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