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Bauchi Govt warns against illegal connection of water pipes

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Bauchi Govt warns against illegal connection of water pipes

Bauchi Govt warns against illegal connection of water pipes

The Bauchi State Government has warned residents against illegal connection of water pipes to their homes without obtaining approval from government.

Mr Aliyu Gital, Managing Director (MD), Bauchi State Water and Sewerage Corporation (BSWSC), gave the warning in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Bauchi.

He urged those involved in the illegal connection of water pipes to desist from the act in their interest in order to boost water supply in the state.

Aliyu noted that illegal connection of pipelines has affected water supply in the state negatively, hence the need for the people to avoid illegal connections.

“We will not hesitate to take legal action against any resident that engages in illegal connection of pipe borne water in the state.

“Most of our pipe leakages were caused by unprofessional pipe connections that lead to scarcity of water in Bauchi Metropolis.

“We are also warning against building and erection of structures on water pipes. Residents should also take note of that before the law catches up with them,” the MD said.

He said that the state government is doing its best to provide potable water to communities across the state.

“But our challenge is that power supply affects water supply, reducing supply by 40 percent.

“The residents allow waste of water without reporting to the relevant authorities for rectification,” he said.

He urged consumers to regularly pay their water bill for sustenance of the system and regular flow of water to the residents.

Gital restated the commitment of the board to continue to provide potable water supply to the residents.

He, however, called on the relevant stakeholders to support the State Government in its efforts to improve water supply and safeguard water facilities in the state.

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One killed, three injured as gunmen attack farmers in Plateau

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One killed, three injured as gunmen attack farmers in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed the death of one person and injuries to three others following an attack by suspected Fulani militias on Kopmur village, Mushere District, Bokkos Local Government Area.

Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident occurred on Oct. 22 at about 4:00 p.m., when the armed assailants stormed a house where some local farmers had taken shelter and opened fire.

The attack led to the death of Dashan Mwanar, 42, while Sonma Mwanar, 32, Kyenkyes Dakup, 26, and Joy Vumshak, 25, sustained varying degrees of injuries.

The Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Bokkos Division, led a team to the scene, where the injured victims were rescued and taken to the hospital for treatment.

The police said the deceased’s remains had been released to his relatives for burial after the family declined an autopsy.

Meanwhile, sources assured that investigation is ongoing, with intensified efforts to apprehend the culprits and prevent further attacks in the area.

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FCT Police, vigilantes comb bushes to rescue abducted school principal, daughter in Abuja

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FCT Police, vigilantes comb bushes to rescue abducted school principal, daughter in Abuja

By: Zagazola Makama

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has intensified search and rescue operations following the abduction of a school principal and his daughter in Abaji Area Council of the FCT.

Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident occurred on Oct. 22, 2025, at about 3:00 a.m., when a group of armed kidnappers invaded the residence of Mr. Zakari Yelwa, Principal of Narati Government Secondary School, located opposite the Technical College, Abaji.

The assailants reportedly forced open the door to the residence and abducted Mr. Yelwa and his daughter, Hafsat Zakari, to an unknown destination.

Upon receipt of the distress call, a combined team of police operatives, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, vigilante groups, and local hunters was immediately deployed to the scene.

The team has since launched a coordinated search operation, combing the surrounding bushes and hills in a bid to rescue the victims and apprehend the kidnappers.

Police authorities assured residents of Abaji that all efforts are being made to ensure the safe rescue of the victims and urged the public to report any useful information that could aid the ongoing operation.

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Soldier found dead after chasing attacker in Kwara

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Soldier found dead after chasing attacker in Kwara

By: Zagazola Makama

A Nigerian Army personnel has been found dead after pursuing an assailant in Twatagi village, Patigi Local Government Area of the state.

Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident occurred on Oct. 21, 2025, around 5:30 p.m., when the deceased soldier, Private Usman Alhaji attached to Apapa, Lagos, was riding on a motorcycle with one Muhammad Baba, a native of Twatagi village.

While on their way to Patigi town, they encountered a man walking along the road with a stick, who suddenly struck them as they passed by. The man immediately fled into the bush.

The sources stated that Private Alhaji pursued the assailant on foot but failed to return. After waiting for hours without seeing him, Muhammad Baba reportedly searched the area but could not locate the soldier.

However, at about 2:00 p.m. the following day, villagers discovered the lifeless body of the soldier in the bush.

Police operatives visited the scene and observed that the victim sustained a stab wound to the neck.

The body was released to the family for burial in accordance with Islamic rites, while efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrator.

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