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Bego expresses government gratitude for support for Yobe
Bego expresses government gratitude for support for Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
Yobe State Commissioner of Information, Alhaji Abdullahi Bego, has expressed the profound gratitude of His Excellency, Governor Mai Mala Buni CON, and the government and people of Yobe State for partner support and their determination to stay the course as Yobe works to address its myriad challenges.
Bego disclosed this yesterday while representing the Yobe state government in a meeting with the visiting Joint Humanitarian Technical Field Mission, comprising the representatives of the office of the Vice President, Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.
Others include the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and IDPs, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), other development partners, our own SEMA, and the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management.
According to Bego, the meeting focused on what the Yobe state government and the above-mentioned partners can do together—increasingly—to address the needs of thousands of people in the state who have been made vulnerable to food insecurity, malnutrition, and other health challenges as a result of the activities of non-state armed groups (NSAGs) and other recent social, economic, and climate-based challenges the state has experienced.
I underscored the continued commitment of His Excellency Governor Buni to finding durable solutions to the challenges of internal displacement and vulnerability. I noted that the high-level steering committee on durable solutions that he empaneled has gone forward in developing a strategic action plan complete with pathways for IDPs and vulnerable host communities.
He also emphasized that while the Buni administration continues to invest in healthcare, education, and other social services to mitigate the effects of the decade-long NSAGs conflict, the support of our partners would be significant in accelerating the process and ensuring that vulnerable people all across the state have a chance to reclaim their lives.
Bego expresses government gratitude for support for Yobe
Troops Foil Bandit Attack in Dabai Town, Kebbi
By: Zagazola Makama
A swift response by the Nigerian troops in Kebbi has foiled a bandit attack on Dabai Town, forcing the assailants to flee after a gun battle with security operatives.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred around 2 a.m. when suspected bandits attempted to invade the town.
“Security forces were immediately dispatched to intercept the assailants and engaged them in a fierce exchange of gunfire,” the source said. “Overwhelmed by superior firepower, the bandits abandoned their mission and escaped.”
While no casualties were reported, security operatives have intensified patrols in the area to prevent further attacks.
Troops Foil Bandit Attack in Dabai Town, Kebbi
Unidentified Woman Dies After Jumping Off Third Mainland Bridge
By: Zagazola Makama
An unidentified woman has died after allegedly jumping off the Third Mainland Bridge into the University of Lagos (UNILAG) waterfront, an intelligence source has confirmed.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident happened around 3 p.m. on Thursday.
“We received information that a woman suddenly stopped on the bridge and jumped into the water. No identification documents were found on her,” the source said.
According to the source, the Marine Police Division in Akoka was alerted about an hour later, prompting a swift response from a team of marine police officers.
“She was pulled out of the water and rushed to the UNILAG shore, where medical personnel examined her. Unfortunately, she was confirmed dead,” the source added.
The woman’s remains have since been deposited at the Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH) morgue in Yaba for preservation and autopsy.
Meanwhile, another Police sources said that the Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation to establish her identity and uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The investigation is ongoing, and we urge anyone with information about the deceased to come forward,” said Police sources.
Unidentified Woman Dies After Jumping Off Third Mainland Bridge
Kidnapped Catholic Priest Rescued in Edo
By: Zagazola Makama
The Edo State Police Command has rescued Rev. Father Philip Mario Ekweli, who was kidnapped on March 13 in Aghenebode, Etsako East Local Government Area.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the he priest, who serves at St. Peter’s Apostle Catholic Church, Iviukhua Community, was rescued on Thursday at about 4:52 p.m. in Amughe Community.
Security agencies have intensified search and bush-combing operations to track down the kidnappers and ensure the safety of other residents.
Kidnapped Catholic Priest Rescued in Edo
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