Insurgency: Zulum approves 35 patrol vehicles, motorcycles for Borno community

By: Michael Mike

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum has approved the release of 35 patrol vehicles and motorcycles to enhance the operational capabilities of the military and youth volunteers in Izge town.

The patrol vehicles and motorcycles aim to improve mobility for local security volunteers, enabling them to respond swiftly to threats and support military operations in their community.

Zulum gave the approval on Friday during an assessment visit to Gwoza. The Governor commended the Nigerian military and the local community for their gallantry in repelling recent insurgent attacks. “I am here to examine the situation on ground and find out from you what your real problems are so we can address them,” he stated.

“We are optimistic that insha Allah we shall never lose again, I want to commend the military notwithstanding some of the comments made by some people including myself. When we said we have started witnessing a resurgence of Boko Haram, that doesn’t mean we are belittling the Nigerian military, we are just stating the reality so that we can come together to address the looming crisis, so that we shouldn’t lose ground.”

“We shall do everything possible insha Allah to ensure Izge is not displaced. I want to commend the people of Izge; they are gallant and resilient. We will do whatever it takes to maintain law and order in Izge. Tell us what is supposed to be done, and we shall do it.”

According to the Governor, the facilities include 5 Toyota Hilux and 30 motorcycles, among other operational logistics.

Zulum also disclosed plans for gradually resettling displaced communities, assuring residents of continued government support to restore peace and stability.

The Governor noted that several communities, including Ashigasha, Warabe, Guduf, Wala, and many other smaller villages, will be resettled.

Zulum was accompanied on the visit by the member representing Gwoza at the state House of Assembly, Abdullahi Buba Abatcha, Head of Service, Dr Muhammad Ghuluze, Commissioner for Local Government and Emirates Affairs, Sugun Mai Mele, Permanent Secretary, Government House, Mustapha Ali Busuguma, Chief Adviser to the Governor, Dr Mairo Mandara, among other officials

Insurgency: Zulum approves 35 patrol vehicles, motorcycles for Borno community

Yobe: Governor Mala donates N50m to troops

By: Yahaya Wakili

In bida bid encourage the Nigerian Army, Yobe staState Governor . Mai Mala Buni CON has today donated the sum of #50 million to be shared to amonge troops of the 27 Task Force Brigade Buni Gari, in addition to foofoodstuffsattresses, blankets, and other sundry items donated by the Yobe staStatevernment.

Governor Buni CON made the donation when he visited the Heaheadquarters the 27 Task Force Brigade Buni GarGari sympathize with the formation over the recent attack by insurgents.

He described as unfortunate the resurgence of insurgency and the attack on security formations.

The governor commiserated with the army and families of the deceased personnel, adding thathat e gallant officers did not die in veivain;ey died gallantly defending their fatherland.””

overnor Buni also donated the sum of #2 ₦2llion to each of the families of the fallen herheroes #1 ₦1llion to each of thothose whostained injuries.

“Government would also provide educational support to the children of the deceased solsoldiers,” added.

He assured the support of the government and people of the state to the army and other security agencies in the state to effectively fight and defeat the resurgence.

The governor directed fortheinforcement of security around the brigade, assuring govthe governmentsupport to the security.

“We will continue to complement your efforts to improve security around your forformation,”v. Buni said.

The Bribrigade commanderen. Usman AhmAhmed,o conducted the governor around the formation, andmended Governor Buni for the uncommon show of concern and care to fore solsoldiers.

Yobe: Governor Mala donates N50m to troops

Drama in court: Judge withdraws, returns Gombe land tussle case to CJ

A mild drama ensued on Wednesday at the Gombe State High Court when a judge, Justice Fatima Musa recused herself from presiding over a high-profile land encroachment case involving Emir General Integrated Limited and a construction company contracted to build the state’s proposed Mechanics Village, known as Grandscope Construction Limited.

Emir General Integrated Limited had earlier sued the construction firm, alleging trespass on its land. The Gombe State Government also recently filed an application to be joined in the suit as a co-defendant.

During the latest court sitting on Wednesday, Justice Fatima Musa shocked parties involved by announcing her withdrawal from the case, citing personal reasons. She stated that the case would be returned to the Chief Judge of the State for reassignment to another judge.

Reacting to the development, counsel to the first defendant, Grandscope Construction Limited, Barrister Daniel Tsaro, described the judge’s decision as not uncommon, adding that his clients had no objections.

On his part, counsel to Emir General Integrated Limited, Barrister Suleiman Abdulrahim, reaffirmed their commitment to pursuing the matter to its conclusion, regardless of which court it is reassigned to.

It would be recalled that during a previous sitting, the court had granted an interim order restraining Grandscope Construction Limited from further accessing or commencing construction on the disputed land, pending the hearing and determination of a motion on notice.

Drama in court: Judge withdraws, returns Gombe land tussle case to CJ