Suspected Repentant B’Haram Insurgents Burn NDLEA, NCS Checkpoints In Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

A group of suspected repentant Boko Haram insurgents, on Wednesday May 1, 2024 stormed the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the Nigeria Customs Service checkpoints at Kasuwan Fara, a suburb of Maiduguri metropolis, chasing away the personnel on duty and setting ablaze all structures at the checkpoints.

The incident, according to investigation by Zagazola Makama, followed a fierce encounter between the suspected ex Boko Haram combatants and the police at the Kasuwan Fara Divisional Police Office.

The suspected repentant insurgents, reportedly wearing military uniform, had pounced on the police office to forcefully set free their eight colleagues arrested at the suburb over criminal activities bordering on dealing in hard drugs.

The arrest was made on April 24 during a raid carried out by the police on the notorious spot at the criminals-ridden Kasuwan Fara.

Due to the rise and persistence of criminal activities and sinister operations by drug peddlers comprising dismissed military personnel, repentant insurgents and other hoodlums, who assemble there to conduct nefarious activities, the area had since been earmarked for closure by Borno State Government.

The April 24 raid, where the eight suspected repentant insurgents were arrested and 426 bottles of spirits such as dry gin confiscated, was conducted to sanitize the area, pending the final closure.

The arrested persons were detained at the Kasuwan Fara police division since the day of their arrest.

Subsequently, at about 7:40 am of Thursday, May 2, a dozen of the suspected repentant insurgents in military uniform, stormed the Kasuwan Fara police station in an attempt to rescue their arrested fellows.

The Divisional Police Officer alongside his men were able to repel the attack while the perpetrators fled.

Consequently, the assailants, in an apparent transfer of aggression, reverted to attacking NDLEA and NCS personnel checkpoint along the Maiduguri-Gubio road Kasuwan Fara, where they burnt down the checkpoints alongside the sandbags heaped on the road and fled the scene.

Borno Police Command spokesman, ASP Kenneth Daso, who confirmed the incident, said investigations are ongoing to apprehend the attackers, and the arrested eight suspects have been transferred to Anti-Crack Squad Div HQ for further action.

Suspected Repentant B’Haram Insurgents Burn NDLEA, NCS Checkpoints In Borno

FG Condemns Stabbing of 14 Years Old Nigerian Student in East London

By: Michael Mike

The Federal Government has condemned the killing of 14 years old Nigerian, Daniel Anjorin at school in Hainault, East London, United Kingdom.

Daniel Anjorin was stabbed to death even while dressed in his school uniform in Hainault, East London, on Tuesday by a man who went on rampage with knife leaving four others injured.

The Chairman/ CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri- Erewa while condoling with the family of the 14 years old Daniel Anjorin on his murder, in a statement by Head of Media, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, described the incident as very unfortunate, sad and gruesome

She condoled with the family of the deceased and the Nigerian communities in the United Kingdom (UK), praying for the repose of the soul of the deceased, whose life was cut short on Tuesday.

Dabiri-Erewa said she is optimistic that drastic measures will be used to make sure that the culprit who is already in police custody will be punished accordingly.

FG Condemns Stabbing of 14 Years Old Nigerian Student in East London

Vice Principal leads AI training for teachers in Northern Cross River

By: Michael Mike

Vice principal of Government Secondary school, Adagom, and Microsoft Certified Educator, Mike Udam, has taken the lead in introducing an Artificial Intelligence (AI) training programme for educators in Northern Cross River.

The programme aims to equip teachers with the necessary skills to effectively utilize AI tools in teaching and learning, receiving enthusiastic feedback and appreciation from its participants.

Driven by his fervor for advancing education through technology, Mr. Udam highlighted the transformative potential of AI in the classroom.

Through practical demonstrations and discussions, he showcased diverse AI applications, enlightening fellow teachers on the myriad possibilities AI offers in education.

In a statement, Mr. Udam articulated that his initiative stemmed from a desire to contribute positively to his colleagues’ professional growth.

“Empowering teachers with AI knowledge can greatly enhance educational quality and impact students’ lives,” he emphasized, underscoring his commitment to fostering educational excellence.

Attendees commended Mr. Udam for his dedication and forward-thinking approach, recognizing the training as a vital step in their professional development.

Many expressed gratitude, acknowledging the initiative’s role in bridging crucial gaps in their skill sets, while some remarked on the absence of similar governmental efforts.

The ripple effects of this AI training endeavor are anticipated to reverberate throughout Northern Cross River’s educational sphere, as teachers embrace innovative tools and methodologies to enrich student learning experiences.

Under Mr. Udam’s guidance, AI’s potential to revolutionize education in the region has been ignited, promising a brighter future for educators and learners alike.

Vice Principal leads AI training for teachers in Northern Cross River