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Damaturu Emirate Appoints BioRTC Founder as Shettima Ilumuye
Damaturu Emirate Appoints BioRTC Founder as Shettima Ilumuye
By: Kolo Gulani
The Emir of Damaturu, His Royal Highness, Alh. (Dr) Shehu Hashimi II Ibn Umar Al-Amin El-Kanemi has appointed the Director and Founder of Biomedical Research Training Center (BioRTC), Dr. Mahmoud Bukar Maina as the Shettima Ilumuye of Damaturu Emirate.
The appointment was announced today Wednesday 28th August, 2024 by the Waziri of Damaturu, Alh. Maisanda Lawan during a courtesy visit paid on the Emir by the Nigerian Young Academy at his palace in Damaturu.
The Waziri of Damaturu said the Emir made the decision as a result of his passion on education. He added that Dr. Mahmoud Bukar Maina is offered the appointment based on his track records and his dedication on the development of education in Yobe.
Alh. Lawan said the title as Shettima Ilumuye will serve as the ambassador and adviser on education to the Emir.
While delivering his fatherly advice, the Emir of Damaturu, His Royal Highness, Alh. (Dr) Shehu Hashimi II Ibn Umar Al-Amin El-Kanemi prayed for Dr. Mahmoud Bukar Maina to continue to be blessed and to excel in all his affairs.
The royal father then thanked the leadership of Nigerian Young Academy for hosting the 14th Conference and General Assembly Meeting in Damaturu, Yobe State.
On his path, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Science, Research and Innovation, Dr. Mahmoud Bukar Maina who doubled as the founder and Director of BioRTC, expressed that his appointment as Shettima Ilumuye of Damaturu Emirate is the most significant and heartfelt recognition amongst all the awards he has received globally, spanning Africa, France, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
Dr. Maina said he was surprised when the appointment was announced and the distinction holds a special place in his heart because it comes from his local community and Emirate, indicating the value and appreciation of the community in his work and achievements.
Also speaking, the President, Nigerian Young Academy, Dr. Peter Okoli thanked the Emir of Damaturu for the warm reception and hospitality.
Meanwhile, the palace performed cultural display for Kanuri Tradition as a mark of honour to the guests that attended the 14th Conference and General Assembly Meeting of Nigerian Young Academy.
Damaturu Emirate Appoints BioRTC Founder as Shettima Ilumuye
Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have successfully repelled a bandit attack in Mahuta Village, Dandume Local Government Area (LGA), Katsina State, and rescued a prominent local judge, Mr. Rabiu Tukur, following the abduction of six residents on April 8, 2025.
Zagazola Makama informed by security sources that three attack occurred around 11:55 p.m. when armed bandits stormed the village, kidnapping six individuals, including Mr. Tukur, a 49-year-old judge with the Lower Sharia Court, Dandume.
The troops engaged the bandits in a fierce confrontation, successfully rescuing Mr. Tukur without any harm.
Efforts to locate and rescue the remaining five victims are ongoing, with security forces intensifying search and rescue operations in the surrounding areas.
Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State
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Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
By: Zagazola Makama
A clash between a Customs patrol team and commuters resulted in a serious accident at Koza Village, Maiadua Local Government Area (LGA), on April 8, 2025, at around 8:35 p.m.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the Customs team was in pursuit of a commuter vehicle when the incident occurred.
In the aftermath, an angry mob set fire to the Customs camp in retaliation for the accident. The situation escalated, but the Division Police Officer (DPO) quickly mobilized police personnel to the scene to restore order.
As of now, the situation has been brought under control, and an investigation is underway to ascertain the details surrounding the incident.
Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued
By: Zagazola Makama
In a daring rescue operation, the security forces successfully foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued nine victims from armed bandits on April 9, 2025, at approximately 1:25 a.m.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspected armed bandits, riding motorcycles, stormed Farin Dutse in Dangani, Musawa Local Government Area, and abducted several individuals.
However, the timely response from the Division Police Officer (DPO), who mobilized a Joint APC Patrol to the scene, led to a fierce gun battle with the bandits.
In the aftermath of the engagement, six females and three males were rescued and swiftly transported to the General Hospital Musawa for medical attention.
The victims are reported to be in stable condition.
Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued
Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State
Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued
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