Buratai calls for peaceful coexistence, development of Nigeria

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3 years ago

May 7, 2022

Buratai calls for peaceful coexistence, development of Nigeria

The Nigeria Ambassador to Benin Republic, Retired Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has called on Nigerians to continue to live in peace and unity for mutual coexistence and development of Nigeria.

Buratai, also former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), made the call in Saki area of Oyo State, shortly after he was conferred with the honourary chieftaincy title of Jagumolu of Sakiland.

Also, Retired Lt.-Gen. Lamidi Adeosun, was conferred with the honourary title of Akinrogun of Sakiland at the ceremony.

Buratai said conferment of the traditional title on him in Saki was a sign of unity in Nigeria, adding that it must be emulated by all Nigerians, irrespective of religion or tribe.

He said that there could be likelihood of conflict, distrust and accrimony in a society or country where there was disunity.

“If there is unity, there will be unity of purpose for the development and progress of the country and the future of the country will be good.

“We must accommodate everyone from all works of lives.

“My traditional title is a sign that Nigeria is one and symbol of unity, that wherever you are coming from, you are recognised for what you have done.

“I see it as a great honour to me as a person, my family, community, which is Borno State and the Nigerian Army, where I served and retired.

“It is also to all peace loving Nigerians that are fighting for unity and peaceful coexistence of fellow Nigerians,” he said.

Buratai appreciated the Okere of Sakiland and the entire people of the community for honouring him based on what he has done for the country while in the service.

He called on Nigerians to continue to support the Nigerian Army in performing its constitutional role.

Buratai commended Col. Gbenga Adegbola, an indigene of Saki, for his loyalty and love for the people of the town.

He said that Adegbola had attracted various developmental projects, such as Command Science Secondary School, among others, which were beneficial to the town.

In his remarks, the Olowu of Owu Kuta, Oba Hameed Oyelude, said that traditional rulers would continue to counsel their subjects and foster unity as the 2023 election approaches.

Oyelude described Buratai as a highly detribalised Nigerian, saying that the title was a celebration of excellent and a show of appreciation for what he did while in the service.

Also, the Okere of Sakiland, Oba Khalid Oyedepo, said the titles were conferred on Buratai and Adeosun for their immense contributions to Sakiland and Nigeria in general.

Oyedepo called on youths to imbibe the attitude of the title s and be serious about their education, urging parents to pay attention to the education of their wards for the nation’s growth.

Dignitaries at the occasion were the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division Nigerian Army, retired and serving top Army personnel, as well traditional rulers.

ISWAP Terrorists Kill Hunters’ Leader in Borno

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1 day ago

August 11, 2025

Ochuwa Ibrahim

ISWAP Terrorists Kill Hunters’ Leader in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Suspected ISWAP terrorists have killed the chairman of the hunters’ group in Garjang village, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 5 a.m. on Sunday.

The victim, identified as Habu Dala, 53, was abducted from his home by the terrorists, who took him through Mulharam to Forfot villages in Damboa LGA.

Villagers mobilised in search of Dala and later found his corpse bearing gunshot wounds.

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI, members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), and the hunters’ group visited the scene.

The remains were evacuated to the General Hospital, Damboa, where he was certified dead and later released to his family for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.

ISWAP Terrorists Kill Hunters’ Leader in Borno

Nine Injured in Kwali Farmers–Herders Clash

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2 days ago

August 10, 2025

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Nine Injured in Kwali Farmers–Herders Clash

By: Zagazola Makama

Nine persons sustained machete injuries in a clash between Bassa farmers and Fulani herders in Gomoni Village, Kwali Area Council of the FCT.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the fight, which broke out on Aug. 9 at about 3:30 p.m., followed alleged destruction of melon and maize farms belonging to the Bassa community by cattle.

It was gathered that the Nigeria army troops
along with joint team of operatives, and vigilantes were deployed to the scene following a distress call.

Six Bassa and three Fulani victims with varying degrees of machete cuts were taken to Rhema Foundation Hospital, Kwali, for treatment.

Authorities confirmed that the situation had been brought under control and normalcy restored, while investigation was ongoing.

Nine Injured in Kwali Farmers–Herders Clash

VP Shettima Attends Wedding Fatiha Of Aisha Shehu Aliyu and Muhammad Jalal Babangida Aliyu

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3 days ago

August 9, 2025

Ochuwa Ibrahim

VP Shettima Attends Wedding Fatiha Of Aisha Shehu Aliyu and Muhammad Jalal Babangida Aliyu

By: Our Reporter

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday attended the wedding fatiha of Aisha, daughter of Shehu Aliyu, an Executive Director with First Bank of Nigeria, and Muhammad Jalal, son of former Niger State Governor, Dr. Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu, Talban Minna, at the National Mosque, Abuja.

The solemnisation, led by the Chief Imam of the National Mosque, Dr. Muhammad Kabir Adam, alongside other Imams, featured prayers for the couple’s blessings.

Vice President Shettima stood in for the bride, while Dr. Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu represented the groom, culminating in the presentation of the dowry and the formal tying of the marital knot.

The event was graced by prominent dignitaries, including former Vice President Namadi Sambo, former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, former Kaduna State Governor Ahmed Makarfi, former Minister of Special Duties Kabiru Turaki, Katsina State Deputy Governor Faruk Lawal Jobe, the Emir of Borgu, Niger State, Muhammad Sani Dantoro among many others.

VP Shettima Attends Wedding Fatiha Of Aisha Shehu Aliyu and Muhammad Jalal Babangida Aliyu