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Borders With Niger Remain Close- NIS

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Borders With Niger Remain Close- NIS

By: Michael Mike

Various Nigeria’s borders with Republic of Niger remain close, the spokesman of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Dr Aridegbe Adedotun has said.

He said the Acting Controller General of Immigration, Caroline Adepoju has ensured that all official border points with the troubled country is closed as ordered by President Bola Tinubu

He said the Acting CGI has also conducted an assessment visit to the Illela Border Control Post to ensure the effective implementation of the Federal Government’s directive to temporarily close land borders with Niger Republic in light of their ongoing political instability.

According to him, the aim of the visit was to evaluate the level of compliance with the closure and reinforce the importance of interagency collaboration and intelligence sharing.

In a statement he said during the visit the Acting CGI expressed her satisfaction with the degree of compliance observed at the Illela Border Control Post. She extended her appreciation to the officers for their diligence in upholding the closure directives.

He added that the Acting CGI Adepoju took the opportunity to reiterate her earlier directive to all Comptrollers of Commands in states bordering Niger Republic, emphasizing the need for unwavering adherence to the closure measures.

“Addressing the officers, Acting CGI Adepoju remarked, ‘having witnessed the working conditions firsthand, including the Mamman Suka checkpoint, I recognize the challenges faced by my personnel. I am committed to leveraging our budgetary allocation to enhance the overall welfare and working environment of our personnel nationwide,” the spokesman said.

Prior to her visit to the Illela Control Post, the Acting CGI also made a visit to the Usman Danfodio Teaching Hospital where she directly engaged with injured personnel who had fallen victim to a bandit assault at the Mamman Suka checkpoint near Illela. He said: “This unfortunate incident resulted in the tragic loss of two lives., adding that while interacting with the hospitalized officers, the Acting CGI extended her unwavering support and solidarity. She pledged to provide assistance to the grieving families during this trying period and made a firm commitment to ensuring that her personnel’s sacrifices would not be in vain as all necessary resources to bring the bandits to justice will be deployed.

Acting CGI further engaged with the Executive Governor of Sokoto State, Alhaji Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, and also paid a visit to the palace of the Sultan of Sokoto His Eminence, Sa’ad Abubakar III.

“In these meetings, she sought the support of both the State government and traditional leaders in effectively managing the borders. She received assurances of collaboration and support from both quarters, with the government and traditional rulers pledging their commitment to the successful implementation of all border management initiatives”, he said

He however denied reports of the arrest of some of the personnel of the Service, who reportedly mounted an illegal roadblock along the Seme border axis.

He said the report was false, stating that: “I wish to draw your attention to publication that has gone viral regarding immigration officers arrested along the Seme axis purported to have mounted illegal checkpoints and arrested by police is false and baseless. I have contacted the ACG Zone A who has refuted the false claims.

“It is in this regard that I want to set the records straight that none of our officers are involved and Ag CGIS Caroline Wuraola Adepoju is leaving no stone unturned in order to make our Noble Service an envy amongst the Security Agencies”.
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Shooting Incident Linked to VIP Convoy Claims Life in Abuja

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Shooting Incident Linked to VIP Convoy Claims Life in Abuja

By Zagazola Makama

A shooting incident involving a VIP convoy has left one person dead and several others injured along the Bwari-Dutse Road on the evening of May 5, 2025.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the shooting occurred shortly after a fatal motor vehicle accident involving a Daf Trailer Truck, which had rammed into five tricycles.

According to eyewitnesses, a VIP convoy was passing through the traffic gridlock caused by the accident when personnel from the convoy began firing sporadically into the air, seemingly to clear the way.

During the chaotic exchange of gunfire, one stray bullet struck Timothy John, a passerby from Dutse Baupma, in the chest. He was rushed to Kubwa General Hospital but was later confirmed dead by medical personnel.

The shooting incident has raised serious concerns about the actions of the VIP convoy personnel, who have yet to be identified. It is unclear whether the gunfire was intentional or the result of reckless behavior while attempting to manage the traffic situation.

The motor accident itself occurred at about 6:50 p.m. when a Daf Trailer Truck, having failed its brakes, collided with several tricycles. Eight individuals were injured in the crash and were taken to Kubwa General Hospital for treatment. Two victims succumbed to their injuries. However, the gunfire from the VIP convoy has now taken center stage, overshadowing the initial accident.

Authorities are conducting an investigation into both the shooting and the crash. The body of the deceased passerby, Timothy John, has been recovered and taken to Kubwa General Hospital, where an autopsy will be performed.

The shooting has sparked widespread concern, with many questioning the level of security protocol and the actions of those involved in the convoy.

The investigation is ongoing.

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Banditry Attack in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara: Vigilante Killed, Vehicles Set Ablaze

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Banditry Attack in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara: Vigilante Killed, Vehicles Set Ablaze

By: Zagazola Makama

A violent banditry attack occurred in Keta town, Tsafe Local Government Area (LGA) of Zamfara State on April 6, 2025, leaving one vigilante member dead and several vehicles destroyed. The attack was carried out by a large group of armed bandits, allegedly led by the notorious bandit kingpin “Ado Alero.”

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama they the bandits, heavily armed with AK-47 rifles and other dangerous weapons, stormed the town around 11:00 a.m. Upon arrival, they opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in the death of one vigilante member who attempted to resist the attack.

In addition to the loss of life, the bandits set fire to nine golf motor vehicles parked in the town, causing significant damage.

The assailants withdrew from the area after encountering strong resistance, during which one of the bandits was reportedly shot and killed.

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Military and Civilian Joint Task Force Ambushed by Armed Bandits, Two Bandits Killed, Several Injured

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Military and Civilian Joint Task Force Ambushed by Armed Bandits, Two Bandits Killed, Several Injured

By: Zagazola Makama

A team from Operation Fansar Yamma (OPFY), alongside members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CPG), came under heavy gunfire on April 6, 2025, as they responded to a distress call along the Doka-Agama Lafia Road in Tsafe Local Government Area.

The military personnel and CPG members were ambushed by unknown armed bandits, resulting in a fierce gun battle.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that two armed bandits were shot dead during the engagement.

However, three military personnel and one CPG member sustained gunshot injuries. The injured victims were swiftly evacuated to the General Hospital Tsafe for medical treatment.

Military and Civilian Joint Task Force Ambushed by Armed Bandits, Two Bandits Killed, Several Injured

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