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Borno deputy governor swears in 27 council chairmen
Borno deputy governor swears in 27 council chairmen
By Michael Mike
The deputy governor of Borno State, Umar Usman Kadafur, on Thursday presided over the swearing-in of the newly appointed 27 local government transition caretaker chairmen of the state.
Kadafur, in company of the All Progressive Congress (APC) state chairman, Ali Bukar Dalori, presided over the swearing-in ceremony, as the governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, was out of the country on official engagements.
The State Chief Judge, Justice Kashim Zannah, performed the oath of office and allegiance to the new appointees, at the International Conference Centre of the Musa Usman Secretariat in Maiduguri.
The new transitional caretaker chairmen were appointed by the governor following the expiration of tenure of the elected chairmen and were confirmed by the Borno State House of Assembly on Friday, December 23, 2022.
While congratulating them, kadafur delivered Zulum’s message to the chairmen to be prudent and accountable in the management of their councils’ funds and affairs while discharging their duties.
The deputy governor noted that the governor had clearly warned that his administration would not hesitate to hold anyone found wanting, responsible.
He urged them to ensure strict adherence to Governor Zulum’s recovery and developmental drive towards re-establishing a strong and resilient local government administration.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Commissioner for Local Government and Emirate Affairs, Sugun Mai Meleh, had commended Governor Zulum for his courage, resilience and quest towards re-establishing the local government administration and pursuing peace in the state since assuming office.
Mele urged the new transition chairmen to replicate the governor’s recovery drive.
The swearing-in ceremony was attended by the Borno APC Senatorial Candidate, Barrister Kaka Shehu Lawan, Member representing Jere at the federal House of representatives Satomi Ahmed, representative of the Secretary to the State Government, the acting Head of Service, Barrister Mallam Fannami, mni.
Also in attendance were Commissioners and other top government functionaries as well as party leaders and faithfuls and well wishers.
Borno deputy governor swears in 27 council chairmen
Troops rescue six victims of Boko Haram abduction in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in collaboration with the Police, Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and other security agencies, have rescued six victims abducted by suspected Boko Haram insurgents in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa.
Source who confirmed the rescue to Zagazola Makama said the victims were kidnapped on Aug. 22, following an attack on a Fulani settlement at Shuwa-Yinagu junction in Madagali.
“On Aug. 30, at about 5:20 p.m., as a result of sustained and continuous onslaught and combing of the Sambisa fringes by the combined team of troops of OPHK, Police, CJTF and other security agencies, the six abducted victims were rescued unhurt,” the source said.
According to the sources, those rescued include: Bakari Joda, Abdullahi Jugal, Saleh Abba Iya, Mallam Gunyal, Buba Daye, and Adama Isah.
The sources further said the victims were taken to Gulak Cottage Hospital for medical examination, later debriefed, and reunited with their families.
The source reiterated that troops of Operation Hadin Kai remain resolute in ongoing clearance operations to flush out insurgents and restore peace across the North-East.
Troops rescue six victims of Boko Haram abduction in Adamawa
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA in collaboration with the Police have repelled an attempted banditry attack in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on Sunday at about 9:15 a.m. when suspected armed bandits launched an attack on a military patrol team behind the Faskari Local Government Secretariat, situated on the outskirts of the town.
“A heavy gun duel ensued which lasted for nearly an hour, forcing the bandits, who initially mobilised in large numbers, to retreat. Their mission was completely foiled with several casualties on their side,”the source said.
The source, however, confirmed that a naval rating, an Ordinary Seaman, was fatally shot during the exchange and died from his injuries.
The sources said that the area had been cleared, normalcy restored, and efforts intensified to track down the fleeing assailants had been lunched.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Katsina
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA rescue 17 kidnapped girls in Sokoto, two farmers killed
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with police and local vigilantes, have rescued 17 kidnapped girls in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the rescue followed a coordinated response to an attack by armed bandits on Aug. 31.
The source said the bandits, in large numbers, invaded Bargaja village and abducted girls who had gone to fetch firewood in the forest.
“In the process, the criminals shot and killed two farmers who were working on their farms before security forces mobilised to the scene.
“Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, supported by police tactical teams and vigilantes, engaged the bandits in a heavy gun battle which lasted for hours.
“The joint forces successfully rescued the 17 kidnapped girls, while the bandits retreated towards the Niger Republic border,” the source said.
According to the sources , the rescued girls were handed over to Isa Local Government authorities, while aggressive patrols have been intensified in the area to forestall further attacks.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA rescue 17 kidnapped girls in Sokoto, two farmers killed
Troops rescue six victims of Boko Haram abduction in Adamawa
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Katsina
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA rescue 17 kidnapped girls in Sokoto, two farmers killed
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