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COMMEMORATING GOV ZULUM’S 100DAYS IN OFFICE NUBOSS LAUNCHED AN EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM
COMMEMORATING GOV ZULUM’S 100DAYS IN OFFICE NUBOSS LAUNCHED AN EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM
By: Our Reporter
In commemoration of the day. The National Union of Borno State Students National Headquarters today Tuesday 12th September 2023 launched an educational support program at Government Day Junior Secondary School Mafa.
In a welcome address delivered by the national President of the union Comrade Ahmad Kyari Ahmad explained that the program is aimed at complementing the efforts of Governor Babagana umara Zulum in developing the educational sector of the state which includes the construction of thirty mega schools, reconstruction of schools with more classrooms, toilet facilities, laboratories in them, procurement of textbooks and school equipment, prompts payment of WAEC and NECO Fees and most especially payments of tertiary students scholarship at on when due.
He said the program is designed to benefit one hundred thousand pupils and students across the twenty-seven local government areas in the state. Each student will be presented with assorted writing materials while schools will receive WASH materials. Also, there will be career guidance and counseling sessions for the pupils and students on the importance of education.
Launching the program the caretaker chairman of Mafa’s local government Hon Goni Gonibe appreciated the foresight of the union for coming up with the program and thanked them for launching it in Mafa.
Alhaji Modu Umara the education secretary of the local government in his remarks said this is the first time a student body is presenting such items to the local government and called other organizations to emulate them.
On her part the principal of GDJSS Mafa Malama Kuluwa Usman said the support came at the right time when the students are just returning for the 2023/2024 academic session hence it will encourage high enrollment and retention of students. She thanked the student union for the support.
The vice president Comrade Shitta Malarima Chaired the program, while comr Dlakwa and Aisha delivered a lecture on the theme of the program They dwelt extensively on the impact of education in rural areas while comrade Aji Kolo led the career guidance and counseling session of the program.
Highlights of the events were the presentation of the items as well tokens to the students by the union excos and another guest.
COMMEMORATING GOV ZULUM’S 100DAYS IN OFFICE NUBOSS LAUNCHED AN EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM
Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 71 of Operation Enduring Peace have foiled a kidnapping attempt along a highway in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred at about 12:15 a.m. on May 21 when troops deployed at Ungwan Gora checkpoint responded to distress information on suspected kidnappers operating along the road at Ungwan Dariya village.
The troops reportedly moved swiftly to the location, forcing the suspected kidnappers to abandon their mission and flee into surrounding areas.
During the operation, one victim was rescued with injuries sustained during the attack.
The victim was immediately evacuated to Confidence Hospital, Fadan Karshi, for medical treatment.
Security sources said efforts were ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while patrols had been intensified along the axis to prevent further incidents.
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Suspected Kidnap Collaborator Dies in Custody After Arrest in Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected collaborator of kidnappers has died after becoming unconscious while in military custody in Nasarawa State.
Security sources said troops of Sector 2 under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) intercepted the suspect at about 7:00 a.m. on May 19 at Ancha community in Akwanga Local Government Area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended at Anguwan Makama following allegations of involvement in activities linked to kidnapping operations in the area.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly became unconscious.
He was immediately evacuated to Nunku Primary Health Care Centre for medical attention, where he was confirmed dead by health officials.
Sources added that the remains of the deceased were released to his family for burial in accordance with local customs.
Security authorities said further assessment would continue in line with standard procedures, while operations against kidnapping networks in the area remain ongoing.
Suspected Kidnap Collaborator Dies in Custody After Arrest in Nasarawa
U.S. AFRICOM Delegation Visits Maiduguri, Reaffirms Counterterrorism Cooperation
By: Zagazola Makama
A delegation from the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has visited the Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai in Maiduguri to strengthen ongoing counterterrorism cooperation in the Lake Chad region.
Security sources said the delegation, led by the Deputy Director of Operations/Cyber, Rear Admiral Cameron Chen, arrived at Maimalari Cantonment on May 20, where they were received by the Deputy Theatre Commander, Air Vice Marshal O.F. Akinboyewa.
The visit featured a detailed briefing on the current threat assessment in the North-East and ongoing counterterrorism and counter-insurgency operations across the theatre of operations.
Discussions during the engagement focused on enhancing intelligence sharing, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) support, logistics interdiction, and improved operational coordination within the Lake Chad basin.
The delegation also reviewed ongoing multinational efforts aimed at degrading terrorist capabilities and disrupting logistics networks across the region.
Security sources said both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continued collaboration under counterterrorism and counter-insurgency frameworks, including preparations for Operation Lake Sanity III.
The visit was described as successful and conducted without incident.
Authorities noted that international cooperation remains a key component in sustaining pressure on terrorist groups operating in the North-East.
U.S. AFRICOM Delegation Visits Maiduguri, Reaffirms Counterterrorism Cooperation
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