Crime
Bandits Attack Mangu Council Area of Plateau killing 30 People
Bandits Attack Mangu Council Area of Plateau killing 30 People
By: Bodunrin Kayode
Regardless of the curfew imposed on Mangu by the Governor of Plateau State Caleb Mutfwang, dare devil bandits attacked the outskirts of the town and killed about 30 residents in a community this morning.
A source resident in Mangu town of Plateau State who spoke to this reporter on anonymity said that nobody expected that the bandits will rise up from that axis with the curfew intact.
He regretted that what happened two days ago in which eight people lost their lives in Mangu headquarters was just a decoy for the armed bandits to concentrate on the hinterland where there is no uniformed personnel to look after the people.
“What happened at Sabon gari Mangu yesterday was just a distraction so that people’s attention will be shifted away from the villages.
” For the second time my village Kwahaslalek ( Behind NYSC camp) yesterday night about 12:30 am was attacked leaving over 25 people mostly women and children killed as houses were burnt and some with gun shots.
” The same attacks took place at Kinat, Mairana and other villages on the borders of Mangu and B/Ladi LGAs and we are told that the casualties may have risen to over 30 souls lost.
Reps LALU Condemns the Resurgence Of Attacks
Reacting to the willful genocide committed by the bandits on rampage, Ishaya Lalu, the member representing Mangu/Bokkos Federal Constituency in the lower chamber of the National Assembly from Plateau State, told newsmen that he received with rude shock and total disbelief the wiping away of his people in spite of an earlier curfew.
He condemned in the strongest terms, the news of the “unprovoked attacks” on Mangu communities and its escalation within the city center resulting in the loss of precious lives and wanton destruction of houses, worship centres and properties worth millions of naira.
Lalu in a statement, maintained that the renewed attacks was another gruesome attempt to reintroduce and reinforce the era of violence against the peaceful co-existence and harmonious embrace of the people.
He viewed the recurring attacks as the latest organized pogrom carefully crafted and executed against the citizens of Plateau to ridicule their industrious pedigrees and bring their hospitable nature to public disregard.
Lalu however commended the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang for his quick intervention which resulted in the imposition of a 24 hour curfew on Mangu town and environs which indeed reduced the stampede and tension which gripped the residents two days.
He further commended the leadership of the Mwaghavul Development Association (MDA), Mangu Traditional Council and spirited individuals for rising swiftly into action to de-escalate the attacks.
The politician stated that he recognizes and appreciates the display of professionalism and application of timely wisdom by the security agencies in steming the tide of the unprovoked attacks in that axis.
The reps Member expressed his heartfelt sympathy even as he conveyed his condolences on behalf of the National Assembly to those families and relations who lost their beloved members in cold blood and prayed God to grant them inspirational comfort and the courage to bear their painful exit.
Also reacting to the sad development President Mwaghavul Development Association, Joseph Gwankat, confirmed that the attack occurred after midnight on Tuesday while residents assembled at a compound in a village to observe the curfew imposed on the council area by the government.
Over 30 people were believed to have been slaughtered when the head counts were made at first light.
Bandits Attack Mangu Council Area of Plateau killing 30 People
Troops intercept suspected Boko Haram fuel suppliers in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have intercepted a vehicle loaded with suspected logistics supplies for Boko Haram terrorists in Yusufari Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out late on March 24 by troops of the 241 Battalion deployed at a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Jajimaji.
According to the sources, the troops, while on night patrol, intercepted two vehicles loaded with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at a filling station located in Yusuf Abah in Yusufari.
“On sighting the troops, the vehicles attempted to flee the scene, prompting a pursuit by the soldiers. One Golf vehicle was successfully intercepted, while the second vehicle escaped,” the source said.
A search conducted on the intercepted vehicle revealed seven sacks filled with PMS, each containing about 77 litres.
The driver of the vehicle, identified as Mohammed Idi, 25, and a motor boy, Mero Umra, 21, were arrested.
Also apprehended were the filling station manager, Hasan Liman, 50, and a security guard, Jibril Audu, 28.
Further search led to the recovery of a cash sum of N1.6 million suspected to be proceeds or funds linked to the illicit supply operation.
The suspects and recovered items are currently in military custody pending further investigation.
The interception illustrates ongoing efforts by troops of Operation Hadin Kai to disrupt the logistics network sustaining insurgent activities in the North-East.
Troops intercept suspected Boko Haram fuel suppliers in Yobe
Seven soldiers killed in ambush in tillabéri region in Niger Republic
By: Zagazola Makama
At least seven soldiers of the Nigerien Defence and Security Forces (FDS) have been killed in a deadly ambush following an incursion by suspected fighters of the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS) near Sanam in Tillabéri Region.
Security sources said the incident occurred on Tuesday, March 24, in the Sanam area, located in Abala Department.
According to the sources, heavily armed assailants attacked Wanni village at about 9:00 a.m., rustling livestock before fleeing the scene.
The FDS reportedly launched a pursuit operation but were ambushed by the attackers during the chase.
A provisional toll indicates that seven soldiers were killed, while two others sustained serious injuries and were evacuated to Niamey for medical treatment.
The sources further disclosed that one military vehicle and its crew remain unaccounted for as of the time of filing this report.
Tillabéri Region, in western Niger, has remained a hotspot of extremist violence, with frequent attacks attributed to armed groups linked to the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara.
Seven soldiers killed in ambush in tillabéri region in Niger Republic
Troops arrest two suspected terrorists’ informants in Damboa axis in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested two suspected informants linked to Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in the general area of Damboa Local Government Area of Borno.
A military source said the suspects, identified as Musa Alhaji Isah, 28, and Akona Alhaji, 30, were apprehended at about 5:30 a.m. on March 23 by troops of 25 Brigade during routine operations.
The suspects, both natives of Shiwari community in Damboa LGA, were intercepted following suspicious movements within a location described as “Serial 7 general area,” an outer deployment zone leading to the Timbuktu Triangle, a known terrorists’ enclave.
According to the source, preliminary findings suggest that the suspects may have been conducting reconnaissance for terrorist elements operating in the axis.
Items recovered from them include two bicycles, one mobile phone, three daggers, a torchlight, a wristwatch, charms, and a cash sum of N6,900.
The suspects are currently in the custody of the Military Intelligence Response unit for further investigation.
Troops arrest two suspected terrorists’ informants in Damboa axis in Borno
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