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Borno Deputy Governor Swears in 5 Newly Appointed Permanent Secretaries
Borno Deputy Governor Swears in 5 Newly Appointed Permanent Secretaries
…….Urged them to maintain the highest standards of integrity and accountability.
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Deputy Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Umar Usman Kadafur, has charged the newly sworn-in five Permanent Secretaries to uphold the policy thrust and development agenda of the administration in line with the 25-year development framework and 10-year strategic transformation plan.
The Deputy Governor made this call during the swearing-in ceremony held at the Council Chamber of his office. Addressing the appointees, Dr. Kadafur emphasized that their success in the recently conducted examination is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to duty in serving the people of Borno State.
He further urged them to maintain the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability while discharging their duties, reminding them that as Permanent Secretaries, they serve as the backbone of the state’s bureaucracy.
“As Permanent Secretaries, you are the drivers of your Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) and serve as accounting officers. Therefore, work hand in hand with your Commissioners and subordinates as a team to succeed,” Dr. Kadafur stated.
Earlier, in his remarks, the Acting Head of Service, Dr. Abubakar Sadiq Mohammed, explained that 22 candidates from six Local Government Areas—Biu, Damboa, Kaga, Mafa, Guzamala, and Marte—participated in the screening process. Out of these, five candidates passed successfully and would be sworn in.
Dr. Sadiq highlighted Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s unwavering commitment to repositioning and strengthening the civil service through training, improved workingu conditions, motivation, and incentives. He cited the recent payment of N8 billion in outstanding gratuities to retired and deceased civil servants as a clear demonstration of the Governor’s dedication to his administration’s commitment to civil service reforms and effective governance in Borno State
The Oath of Allegiance was administered by Justice Amina Mustapha Ibrahim, who represented the Chief Judge of Borno State, Hon. Justice Kashim Zanna.
The newly sworn-in Permanent Secretaries include:
Aminu Chamalwa FSI – Biu LGA
Mala A. Waziri – Damboa LGA
Aji Yakub – Kaga LGA
Aisa Umara – Mafa LGA and
Engr. Ibrahim Baba – Marte LGA
Speaking on behalf of the appointees, Aminu Chamalwa expressed gratitude to Governor Zulum for the trust and confidence placed in them, promising to justify the confidence reposed in them.
Dignitaries at the event included representatives of the Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, the Acting Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Acting Head of Service, APC party Chairman, Deputy APC Party Chairman, Chairman of the Civil Service Commission, Commissioners, Deputy Chief of Staff , Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, APC party Secretary, APC Vice Chairman Borno Central, Chairman Kaga LGA and other senior government òfficials among others.
Borno Deputy Governor Swears in 5 Newly Appointed Permanent Secretaries
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Gunshot-Wounded Victim in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have foiled a suspected kidnapping attempt and rescued a gunshot-wounded victim along the Rafin Sanyi axis in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 6 OPEP, deployed at Sopp, responded to a distress report at about 9:40 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026, after suspected kidnappers blocked the road in the area.
The swift intervention of the troops reportedly forced the criminals to flee before they could carry out their operation.
The troops subsequently combed the area and rescued one occupant of a Sharon vehicle who had sustained a gunshot wound.
The victim was evacuated to the Nigerian Army Medical Outpost at Tigi, where he received first aid treatment.
Troops have continued to dominate the general area through fighting patrols to prevent the criminals from regrouping and forestall further attacks.
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Gunshot-Wounded Victim in Plateau
Troops Raid Jos Hotel, Arrest Five Suspects Over Phone Snatching, Recover 26 Phones
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have raided a hotel along Baring Road in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, arresting five suspected criminals and recovering 26 mobile phones and other items.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 1 OPEP, while on patrol, responded to a report of phone snatching at about 9:00 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026.
Following the incident, the stolen phone was reportedly tracked to Prime House Hotel within the area, prompting the troops to conduct a raid on the facility.
The operation led to the arrest of five suspects identified as Tahir Suleiman, 25; Muhammed Ahmed, 25; Muhammed Labaran Haruna, 27; Yahya Yunusa, 20; and Aisha Mohammad, 22.
The suspects were reportedly found in possession of the tracked phone, while a further search led to the recovery of 26 mobile phones, 27 pouches, three MP devices, two earpods, an HP laptop, a knife and four power banks.
The vehicle belonging to the suspects was also towed to the headquarters of Sector 1 for a comprehensive search.
The suspects and recovered exhibits remain in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops Raid Jos Hotel, Arrest Five Suspects Over Phone Snatching, Recover 26 Phones
Troops Rescue 119 Civilians, Recover Eight Vehicles from Terrorists in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 119 civilians, including women and children, and recovered eight vehicles after confronting terrorists who blocked a major road and abducted travellers in Borno State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was conducted at about 3:45 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026, by troops of 135 Special Forces Battalion, 27 Task Force Brigade, Sector 2, while conducting surveillance along the Dutsen Kura–Bulazarma–Kamuya road.
The troops reportedly sighted terrorists blocking the road and abducting civilians alongside their vehicles, prompting the mobilisation of the battalion’s Special Forces Quick Reaction Force and another QRF team from 27 Task Force Brigade headquarters.
The teams moved through the Mangari–Dora route, pursued and engaged the terrorists, forcing them to abandon the abducted civilians and vehicles in confusion.
The operation led to the rescue of 119 civilians comprising 69 men, 35 women and 15 children, while eight vehicles were also recovered.
The rescued victims were subsequently reunited safely with their families.
However, during the withdrawal, troops discovered an improvised explosive device (IED) around the Bam Buratai Junction–Bula Zarma general area.
The unit’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team marked and secured the location for safe disposal of the device.
The troops returned to base at about 7:36 p.m. the same day.
Troops Rescue 119 Civilians, Recover Eight Vehicles from Terrorists in Borno
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