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DISCLAIMER: Zulum’s Compendium “5th Verdict” Not for Sale

DISCLAIMER: Zulum’s Compendium “5th Verdict” Not for Sale
By: Ahmed Bundi
It has come to the notice of the Media Team of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum that certain individuals and groups have been going round to defraud prominent personalities by using the Compendium to solicit for money or donations, while fraudulently claiming that they are associates of Zulum’s Media Team.
We completely disclaim these fraudulent characters and their dishonourable actions and hereby clarify that the “5th Verdict” is not for sale and is not to be used for any fundraising or financial solicitation. Any attempts to solicit financial contributions in whatever guise is unauthorised and should be promptly reported to the security agencies.
The general public will recall that the “5th Verdict,” a compendium of news reports, analyses, features, columns, commentaries, discourses, editorials, selected speeches, and scorecard of the fifth year of Prof. Zulum’s tenure as Governor of Borno State, from May 29, 2023 to May 29, 2024, was recently unveiled by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Bukar Tijani, and is currently being circulated to the general public at no cost.
Governor Zulum’s Media Team strongly advise the public to be cautious when approached by individuals, groups or organisations offering the “5th Verdict” in exchange for financial support.
DISCLAIMER: Zulum’s Compendium “5th Verdict” Not for Sale
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Police rescue 10 abducted commuters in Kogi

Police rescue 10 abducted commuters in Kogi
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forces have rescued 10 abducted commuters along the Ochadamu–Anyigba Road in Ofu Local Government Area.
It will be recalled that the victims were kidnapped on Aug. 11 near Ugbakpedo village, prompting a rescue mission by police operatives, vigilantes, and local hunters.
“On Aug. 13, at about 4:30 a.m., during an intensive bush combing operation supported with the use of tear gas, the abductors abandoned the victims and fled.
“All 10 victims were rescued unharmed and have since been reunited with their families,” said the sources.
Security sources said intelligence gathering, surveillance, and further bush combing were ongoing to track and arrest the fleeing suspects.
Police rescue 10 abducted commuters in Kogi
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Police arrest journalist in Ogun for alleged possession of live ammunition

Police arrest journalist in Ogun for alleged possession of live ammunition
By: Zagazola Makama
The police in Ogun have arrested a journalist for alleged unlawful possession of a live AK-47 ammunition.
Sources who confirmed the incident on Wednesday said that the suspect, identified as Emmanuel Chidi Maha, 30, works with The Nation newspaper in Lagos.
“Maha was arrested at about 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 13 by a team of anti-robbery operatives led by ASP Wahab Ayinla.
“He was intercepted while driving a blue Toyota Corolla with registration number LAGOS JJJ 43 DY, which had tinted glasses. A live AK-47 bullet was found inside the vehicle,” said the sources.
The sources added that the suspect, along with his vehicle, was taken to the police station.
The sources said discreet investigation is ongoing.
Police arrest journalist in Ogun for alleged possession of live ammunition
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Bandit kill farmer, injure two others in Plateau

Bandit kill farmer, injure two others in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected bandits have killed a 55-year-old farmer in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau state.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on Tuesday at Gwom Rim village at about 7:45 a.m.
It was gathered that the victim, Stephen Maigadi Jatau, was shot dead on his farm by unknown assailants.
It added that two other men, Josiah Davholu, and Davou Sunday, who rushed to rescue the farmer after hearing gunshots, were also shot and injured.
The Nigerian Army troops with other joint security team stormed the scene
“The injured were taken to General Hospital, Sambak, for treatment, while the corpse was released to the family for burial after an autopsy was declined.
Bandit kill farmer, injure two others in Plateau
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