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District Head urges traditional title holders to remain loyal to emirate
District Head urges traditional title holders to remain loyal to emirate
By: Yahaya Wakili
In his effort to bring unity among his people, the district head of Watinane in the Tikau emirate council of Yobe state, Alhaji Ibrahim Usman Watinane, has called on the traditional title holders to always be loyal to the emirate.
He made the call today while the Waziri and Zanna Kura of Watinane district, Alhaji Yahaya Hassan and Alhaji Abubakar Musa, paid him homage at his palace in Watinane town, respectively.
Alhaji Ibrahim Usman Watinane said the appointing of such traditional title holders will bring unity among the entire people, as well asbring development to the district, adding that this is the main purpose of appointing these traditional title holders.
The district head urged the new traditional title holders to be loyal to the emirate, noted that at any time when the emirate calls them, let them respond on time as soon as possible, and pray to Almighty Allah to guide and help us all to move the domain forward.
Speaking earlier, the new Waziri of Watinane, Alhaji Yahaya Hassan, said they were at this palace to express their gratitude to the district head for offering them this opportunity to contribute their quarter to the development of the district.
He thanks the district head for giving them this appointment, assuring that they will give him all the necessary support and cooperation to see that this district and Tikau emirate council move forward.
Also speaking, the new Zanna Kura, Alhaji Abubakar Musa, thanks the district head, Alhaji Ibrahim Usman Watinane, for this gesture and calls on the people to acquire education, both Islamic and Western education.
Alhaji Abubakar maintained that acquiring knowledge is very important; it will help you in your life, even in your business activities or farming activities; it will assist you. The Waziri position is the most senior among the traditional titleholders.
Dignitaries accompany the Waziri and Zanna Kura, including Zanna Yawudima of the Pataskum emirate, Alhaji Yakubu Amana, Madakin Baino, Alhaji Bala NEPA, Galadiman Watinane, Malam Musa, among others.
District Head urges traditional title holders to remain loyal to emirate
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
By Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has commenced pre-event activities for its Combat Arms Training (CAT) Week 2026 with a free medical outreach for residents of Birnin Yaro community in Kaduna State.
Security sources said the outreach, which held on May 2, was flagged off by the Chief of Integrated Combat Arms, Maj.-Gen. G.M. Mutkut, as part of preparations for the CAT Week scheduled to take place at Jaji Military Cantonment from May 4 to May 8, 2026.
The sources disclosed that the programme provided free medical consultations and treatment for members of the host community, as well as personnel and their family members.
According to the sources, the initiative was designed to strengthen civil-military relations while improving access to basic healthcare services for underserved communities.
They added that senior officers, including the Principal Staff Officer from Headquarters Infantry Corps Centre and members of the Central Organising Committee for the CAT Week, were in attendance.
The sources noted that the event was conducted peacefully and without any incident.
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected terrorists during a patrol operation in Ngamdu town, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 5:35 p.m. on May 2 by troops of 154 Battalion while on routine patrol within the area.
The sources disclosed that the suspects were intercepted and arrested during the patrol.
According to the sources, items recovered from them include one mobile phone, one keypad phone, a power bank, charms and other sundry items.
They added that the suspects are currently in military custody for further interrogation and investigation.
The sources noted that further action will be taken after profiling, while patrols in the area have been intensified to maintain security dominance.
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms
Four Killed, Three Injured in Attack on Illegal Mining Site in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Four persons have been killed and three others injured following an attack by unknown gunmen at an illegal mining site in Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 1:30 p.m. on May 2 at Mazat mining site, where the victims were reportedly engaged in unauthorised mining activities.
The sources disclosed that the assailants opened fire on the victims, killing four on the spot while three others sustained varying degrees of gunshot injuries.
According to the sources, the injured victims—two females and one male—were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention and are currently receiving treatment.
They added that the corpses of the deceased have been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy.
The sources further noted that security operatives were mobilised to the scene, while additional deployments have been made to track down the perpetrators.
They reiterated that night mining activities remain prohibited in the state, stressing that investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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