Peace accord under Operation Safe Corridor holds in Musawa, Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

A peace accord has been reached between Musawa Local Government Area (LGA) community and bandit elements under the State Government’s Operation Safe Corridor initiative in Katsina State.

Zagazola Makama reports that the dialogue, held on Sunday at Tashar Mai Alewa Primary School in Danmusa LGA, was aimed at fostering sustainable peace and reconciliation.

The Musawa community delegation was led by the Council Chairman, accompanied by the District Head of Musawa and other key stakeholders.

On the part of the bandits, their representatives included Ummaru Munore and Wada Turawa, who participated through their mediator, Ardo Abdulkarim Yantumaki.

According to the communique, both parties agreed to enhance peaceful coexistence, ensure the release of kidnapped and arrested persons, and maintain order and justice for all.

Speakers from both sides pledged commitment to the terms of the accord, promising to sustain peace and prevent further hostilities.

The meeting, which commenced at about 2:00 p.m., concluded peacefully at 3:40 p.m. Security agencies have intensified patrols and close monitoring to consolidate the gains of the dialogue.

Peace accord under Operation Safe Corridor holds in Musawa, Katsina

Police arrest officers over alleged unlawful shooting in Kaduna

By: Zagazola Makama

The Police Command in Kaduna State have arrested three personnel over alleged unlawful use of firearm which led to the death of a 20-year-old man in Igabi Local Government Area.

Zagazola learnt from sources that the incident occurred on Sunday night after a distress call was received from Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital.

According to sources , one Abdulrashid Dayyabu of Maje Village, Maraban Jos, Igabi LGA, had driven a white J5 bus with registration number LSD 190 YE to the hospital with a passenger who sustained a gunshot wound to the chest.

The sources explained that the victim, later identified as one Nasir Abdulhakim, a bus conductor, died while receiving treatment.

The sources said Preliminary investigation revealed that the bus was stopped by policemen from Millennium City Division during a routine check along Kujama road, but the driver allegedly attempted to evade arrest, prompting a pursuit.

“In the course of the chase, one of the policemen fired at the vehicle, hitting the conductor in the chest,” said the sources.

He said the corpse of the deceased had been released to the family for burial according to Islamic rites, at their request for non-postmortem examination.

The said that investigation had since commenced.

Police arrest officers over alleged unlawful shooting in Kaduna

Arase Was A Champion of Human Rights- NHRC

By: Michael Mike

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) said it is deeply saddened by the passing of former Inspector General of Police, Dr. Solomon Arase, whom he described as a distinguished friend of the Commission and a stalwart champion of human rights.

In a statement on Monday, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu said: “On behalf of the Management and Staff of the Commission, l extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues, and the entire Nigeria Police Force.

“As a visionary leader, Arase brought transformative reforms to the Nigeria Police Force, prioritizing citizen-centric policing and human rights protection. His establishment of the Complaint Response Unit was a landmark initiative, ensuring swift responses to public complaints and fostering accountability within the police.

“As a human rights focussed Police officer, he set up and encouraged intelligence led policing. By this policy, which aimed at actualising right to presumption of innocence under the constitution, Solo insisted on intelligence gathering and investigation before arrest and detention of citizens especially when petitions are written. Unlike today, citizens are arrested first, before any investigation starts, completely negating the principles of the constitutional guarantee with impunity.

“Beyond his tenure as IGP, Arase continued to leverage his expertise as Chairman of the Police Service Commission, driving further reforms and modernization efforts. Indeed, his name has become synonymous with modern policing in Nigeria, reflecting his enduring impact on the profession.”

Ojukwu added that: “Arase’s legacy extends beyond his official roles. He remains a revered member of the human rights family, whose dedication to upholding the rights and dignity of all Nigerians has inspired a generation of human rights defenders and law enforcement officials.

“The NHRC salutes Arase’s remarkable contributions to policing and human rights in Nigeria. His humility, intelligence, focus, and commitment to excellence will be deeply missed.

“May his soul rest in peace, and may his family find comfort in the memories of his outstanding life and service.”

Arase Was A Champion of Human Rights- NHRC