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BORNO STATE GOVERNOR’S DELEGATION VISITS FIKA EMIRATE COUNCIL POTISKUM
BORNO STATE GOVERNOR’S DELEGATION VISITS FIKA EMIRATE COUNCIL POTISKUM
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Government has sent a delegation to Potiskum to condole the Emir of Fika Alhaji Muhammadu Abali ibn Mohammed Idriss over the demise of Dr Adamu Fika GCON (Wazirin Fika).
The delegation led by His Excellency the Deputy Governor of Borno State Umar Usman Kadafur were received at the Emir’s Palace in Potiskum by Alhaji Mohammad Dagula Masayan Fika where special prayers were offered for the repose of the soul of Dr Adamu Fika, a Former Federal Head of service.
The Deputy Governor of Borno State said the delegation is on the visit to convey the heartfelt sympathy of the Borno State Government to the government, fika Emirate and people of Yobe State.
The delegation prayed for God Almighty to grant the deceased eternal rest and give Yobe State Government and Fika Emirate the courage and fortitude to bear the great lost.
Alhaji Mohammed Dagula Masaya Fika who received the delegation on behalf of the Emir of Fika expressed gratitude to Borno State for sending a delegation to condole them and prayed for God Almighty to reward them abundantly and wished them to return back home safely.
The Deputy Governor was accompanied by Former deputy governor H.E Alh. Abubakar Jatau, Hon. Members representing Biu and Kukawa, Hon. Commissioner of Intergovernmental affairs Hon. Tukur Ibrahim Shani, former Commissioner of Health and Human Services Dr. Kwayabura, deputy chief of staff, Alh. Tahir Kadafur, Alh Mohammed Birma pinki among Others.
BORNO STATE GOVERNOR’S DELEGATION VISITS FIKA EMIRATE COUNCIL POTISKUM
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected cattle rustler in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 4:20 p.m. on April 15, 2026, at Anule community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed in the area arrested the suspect during ongoing security operations.
The suspect is currently in custody, while further investigation is underway to determine possible links to cattle rustling activities in the area.
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
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By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected terrorist during an operation in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 5:19 p.m. on April 15, 2026, following intelligence on the presence of a suspected criminal hiding in Tse Atu community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed at Anguhah and Umbagbo swiftly responded and conducted a targeted operation in the area.
During the operation, one suspect was apprehended, while a motorcycle believed to be linked to the suspect was also recovered.
The suspect and the recovered item are currently in custody, while further investigation is ongoing to ascertain the suspect’s involvement in criminal activities.
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has distributed fertilisers to farmers across various Local Government Areas of Benue State as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative aimed at enhancing food security and strengthening civil-military relations.
The event, held on April 15, 2026, was conducted by the Commander, Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brig.-Gen. K.O. Bukoye, under the Army Headquarters Corporate Responsibility Project.
The initiative, themed “Using Agricultural Support to Improve Farming for Sustained Security,” is designed to support local farmers while promoting stability within the Joint Operations Area.
Security sources said the programme brought together community leaders, farmers, and other key stakeholders, alongside representatives of the OPWS Commander.
They noted that the intervention is part of ongoing efforts to foster cooperation between security forces and local communities, while addressing underlying factors contributing to insecurity.
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
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