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Borno Speaker felicitate Delta, Ebonyi governors over supreme court verdict

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Borno Speaker felicitate Delta, Ebonyi governors over supreme court verdict

By Inusa Ndahi

The Speaker Borno State House of Assembly (BOSHA), Rt. Hon. Abdulkarim Lawan has felicitated with governor of Delta state, Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori and his counterpart of Ebonyi state, Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru for their affirmation by the Supreme Court of Nigeria, as legitimately elected governor of their respective states during the 2023 general elections.

This was contained in a press statement personally signed by the Speaker, a copy which was made available to our Correspondent in Maiduguri at the week end.

Recall that the duo were former Colleagues of the Borno Speaker at the 8th and 9th Assembly.

These victories according to Lawan further rekindled the faith in democracy and the confidence democrats have on the Judiciary being the last hope of the common man.

His words: ” I want to use this medium and to join millions of Nigerians in Congratulating the Executive governor of Delta state, Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori and his counterpart of Ebonyi state, Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru for their affirmation by the Supreme Court of Nigeria, as legitimately elected governor of their respective states during the 2023 general elections.

“These victories further empowers the victoruous Governors to continue to deliver on the projects and programmes that are dear and impactful to the people of Delta and Ebonyi.

“I have no doubt, that with their pedigree, they will now have no distraction for whatsoever, as they all strive to put smile on the faces of their people who had massively gave them the mandate to serve them in good faith, peace and prosperity.

“While I pray for their tenure to be prosperous for the people of their dear states, I urge them to focus on the delivery of good governance.” Lawan stated.

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Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina

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Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of 17 Brigade have arrested a suspected military impostor during a fighting patrol in Malumfashi Local Government Area.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect was apprehended at about 1:30 p.m. on July 4 by troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Malumfashi while conducting routine patrols within Malumfashi town.

According to the sources, the suspect was intercepted while wearing a woodland camouflage three-quarter short, raising suspicion among the troops.

A search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of a fake Nigerian Army identity card, four Automated Teller Machine (ATM) cards, one woodland camouflage three-quarter short, a wristwatch and the sum of ₦17,000.

The suspect and the recovered exhibits are currently in military custody pending further investigation.

Military sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing efforts to curb impersonation of security personnel and other criminal activities within the area.

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Troops Recover 50 Rustled Cattle, Repel Suspected Rustlers in Kaduna

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Troops Recover 50 Rustled Cattle, Repel Suspected Rustlers in Kaduna

By Zagazola Makama

Troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kankomi have recovered 50 rustled cattle after repelling suspected cattle rustlers during an ambush operation in Chikun Local Government Area.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded to a distress call at about 9:55 a.m. on July 4 over the activities of suspected rustlers at Ungwan Gontu community.

According to the sources, the troops swiftly laid an ambush and made contact with the fleeing suspects, forcing them to abandon the stolen livestock and escape into the surrounding area.

During the operation, the troops recovered 50 rustled cattle, which were subsequently identified and handed over to their rightful owner.

Military sources said efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects as security operations continue to combat cattle rustling and other criminal activities across Kaduna State.

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Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist in Kogi, Suspect Confesses to Group Membership

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Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist in Kogi, Suspect Confesses to Group Membership

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of 12 Brigade, in collaboration with Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Hybrid Forces, have arrested a suspected terrorist during an operation in Lokoja Local Government Area.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded at about 1:00 p.m. on July 4 to reports of a confrontation between local residents and a suspected terrorist at a Ruga settlement behind Obajana community.

According to the sources, the troops swiftly intervened and arrested one suspect at the scene.

During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to being a member of a terrorist group led by an individual identified as Haruna, which allegedly operates within the Okene general area.

The suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing further investigation to establish the extent of his involvement and identify other members of the group.

Military sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing security operations aimed at dismantling terrorist and criminal networks across Kogi State.

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