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Eid El-Kabir: Senator Lawan distributes over N200 million to constituency in Yobe
Eid El-Kabir: Senator Lawan distributes over N200 million to constituency in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
The President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, Ph.D., GCON, Sardaunan Bade, Yobe North Senatorial District, has distributed a 222.5 million cash gift to households drawn from across 60 wards in the six local government areas of Yobe North Senatorial District to celebrate the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir Muslim festival.
In a press statement signed by Dr. Ezrel Tabiowo, FAI, FIMC, FCP, and Fsca Media Adviser to Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, Ph.D., GCON, it was shared with newsmen in Damaturu.
According to the statement, the distribution, which was carried out through a committee set up by Senator Lawan, targeted households and individuals in need within the district and beyond.
“The six local government areas that benefited from the gesture include Bade, Jakusko, Karasuwa, Yusufari, Machina, and Nguru” the statement added.
Dr. Ezrel Tabiowo revealed that cash gifts ranging from $100,000 to $20,000 were distributed to each household, including individuals, with a total of 3,430 households and individuals benefiting from the initiative sponsored by the Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan (SAIL) Foundation.
The statement further said that other beneficiaries captured are traditional leaders, party executives, and stakeholders in Yobe North.
Also to be distributed are food items such as 1,500 carton boxes of spaghetti, 1,140 bags of maize and guinea corn, 1,500 clothing items for children, 800 wrappers for women, 2,000 blankets, 2,000 mats, etc.
“Beneficiaries under this category were also drawn from the six local government areas and extend to orphanages within the Senatorial District.” The statement was added.
According to the chairman of the selection and distribution committee, Alhaji Suleiman Jamo, the gesture was aimed at cushioning the economic hardship faced by many constituents owing to the high cost of living as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Kabir.
“We understand that many of our constituents are going through difficult times, and this gift from Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan is a token of his support to help them celebrate with joy and peace.” Jamo said.
Dr. Ezrel maintained that Senator Lawan, while commending the committee for a job well done, urged the beneficiaries to use the gift wisely as they enjoy the Eid celebration.
“I wish all my constituents a blessed and peaceful Eid-el-Kabir celebration. May the spirit of the season unite us and bring us closer together” he said.
Eid El-Kabir: Senator Lawan distributes over N200 million to constituency in Yobe
Six Arrested as Farmers, Herders Clash in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested six suspects following a clash between farmers and herders in Waduku, Lamurde Local Government Area, which resulted in injuries to a villager and 11 cattle.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. on April 2 when some herders allegedly trespassed into a rice farm and caused damage to the crops.
In retaliation, angry youths from the village attacked the herders, injuring their cattle and wounding one person identified as Righteous Boti from Nzumoso Village.
Security personnel visited the scene and held an emergency meeting with local stakeholders to prevent further escalation of violence.
The arrested suspects include Rabo Buba, 31; Ahmadu Adamu, 20; Stephen Pwagwadi, 17; Shadrach Simon, 19; Lot Gad, 20; and Righteous Boti, 27.
The injured individuals received treatment at the Tingno Primary Health Care Clinic and have since been discharged.
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Suspected Thief Dies After Being Beaten by Man O’ War officer, in FCT
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected thief in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has died after being beaten by a security officer following his apprehension on April 2.
A Police sources said that a distress call was received at Karu Division about a suspected thief seen around Supreme Quarters in Karu at approximately 1:00 p.m.
The suspect was approached by security personnel who believed him to be involved in theft. When questioned, the suspect attempted to flee but was quickly chased and apprehended by civilian security personnel.
Kola Oba, a Man O’ War officer, then reportedly took the suspect into custody and subjected him to severe physical abuse. The suspect later succumbed to the injuries sustained during the beating and passed away.
The sources said that the Police detectives were dispatched to the scene, and photographs were taken. The body was subsequently transported to the hospital mortuary for preservation.
The suspect’s identity remains unknown, and efforts are underway to locate his family. The officer involved has been arrested.
Suspected Thief Dies After Being Beaten by Man O’ War officer, in FCT
Sokoto: Man Arrested for Killing Woman in Domestic Dispute
By: Zagazola Makama
A domestic dispute in Sagera Ango Village, Gada LGA, turned deadly on April 2, 2025, when Ali Garba, during a heated argument with A’isha Araga, attacked her with a cutlass.
The altercation, which escalated quickly, resulted in Ali Garba inflicting severe injuries on A’isha’s neck and other parts of her body.
Security personnel, responded promptly to the scene and rushed A’isha to General Hospital Gada for medical treatment. However, she succumbed to her injuries while receiving care.
Ali Garba was immediately apprehended by the police and is in custody.
The case has been handed over to the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department (DC CID), for further discreet investigation.
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