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Buni seeks complementary support from World Bank to mitigate anticipated flood in Yobe
Buni seeks complementary support from World Bank to mitigate anticipated flood in Yobe
Yahaya Wakili
Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has called on the Agro-Climate Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (Acresal), a World Bank program to complement government efforts in providing solutions to mitigate the anticipated floods this rainy season.
Governor Buni made the call today when he received a delegation from the World Bank and Acresal.
He pointed out that the most definite measure to avert the floods is to construct drainages to channel the flood waters outside the towns and communities.
“This should be treated as a matter of emergency and urgent public importance to avert the looming threat posed by the anticipated floods” Buni said.
He revealed that adequate measures must be taken to support the resettlement of the displaced communities.
“We must support the resilience of the communities and the resettlement program of the state government by saving the reconstructed houses from the threats of the floods” Governor Buni added.
According to him, the resettled communities had in the last three years been threatened by the floods. We must construct drainage systems to avoid the possible disaster caused by rain.
“It is also important to construct drainage systems early to beat inflation, he advised.
The Acresa Task Team Leader, Ms. Joy Iyanga Agene, assured to support the state government to save the people from the floods.
She commended the Yobe state government for providing a conducive environment that enhances the performance of Acresal in the state.
The team was led by Mr. Vijay Kumar of the World Bank, Joy Iyanga Agene, Acresal Task Team Leader, Cesena Cavecchi, senior social specialist and North Coordinator of the World Bank, and Shehu Mohammed Yobe, state Acresal Coordinator.
Buni seeks complementary support from World Bank to mitigate anticipated flood in Yobe
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Edo During Search Operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation MESA, in collaboration with the Nigeria Police, local vigilantes and hunters, have rescued a kidnapped civilian in Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State.
Security sources said the troops, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Udomi, responded to credible intelligence at about 9:00 a.m. on April 21 regarding the abduction of a civilian in the Amendokhian general area.
The troops immediately launched a search-and-rescue operation and successfully secured the release of the victim.
The victim has since been reunited with family members, while efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend the perpetrators.
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Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS), have rescued a kidnapped victim following a swift response to a suspected terrorist attack in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources disclosed that the troops, deployed at Abaji, acted on a report at about 1:45 p.m. on April 21 regarding an attack at Tumataa community.
On arrival, the troops engaged the suspected terrorists in a gun duel, forcing them to abandon the victim and flee the scene.
The victim was successfully rescued and has since been reunited with family members.
The sources added that troops are sustaining operations in the area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further attacks.
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Troops Arrest Illegal Arms Manufacturers, Recover Weapons in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have arrested two suspected illegal arms manufacturers during a raid on a criminal hideout in Langtang North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources disclosed that the operation was carried out at about 5:00 p.m. on April 22 at Gwandanu Village, following credible intelligence on illicit arms production in the area.
According to the sources, the suspects were apprehended while actively engaged in the fabrication of weapons.
Items recovered during the operation include two AK-47 rifles, one G3 rifle, two generating sets, a welding machine, a drilling machine, a hand filer and a toolbox, among other items.
The suspects are currently in military custody pending further investigation.
The sources added that troops have intensified efforts to mop up illegally fabricated arms in the general area as part of ongoing operations to curb criminal activities and enhance security in the state.
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