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Emir of Fika commends President Tinubu on mandate
Emir of Fika commends President Tinubu on mandate
By: Yahaya Wakili
The Emir of Fika, and Chairman Yobe State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Dr. Muhammad Ibn Abali Muhammadu Idrisa CON, CFR, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for increasing the second mandate to the Federal Character Commission to deal with the socio-economic infrastructure of the country.
The emir made the commendation today when the Commissioner Federal Character Commission representing Yobe State, Hon. Jibrin Maigari, paid him a courtesy visit at his ancient palace in Potiskum.
He said the commissioner has informed us of the importance of the character commission, and as he said, Wazirin Fika was the chairman of the commission, where he laid the foundation of fairness and equity in the distribution of public posts and socio-economic infrastructure across the country.
Dr. Abali Muhammadu maintained that, in the Northeast, Yobe State was left behind in terms of federal infrastructure such as roads and primary health centers, and assured the commission that we are to collaborate with them to see that they achieve their mandate and have succeeded.
The royal father revealed that the commissioner is a very well-known person, he contributed a lot, and he has a lot of experience, and he hopes he will bring a lot of development to Yobe State, and he congratulates him on his appointment and prays Allah will guide him to succeed and wishes him a successful tenure.
Earlier, the Commissioner Federal Character Commission representing Yobe State, Hon. Jibrin Maigari, said the Federal Character Commission was established by the then military administrator, General Sani Abacha, when the issue of marginalization in the country had reached a certain level.
He said the commission was led by Wazirin Fika, and he thanked him for laying a very solid foundation during the inception of this commission. It was started with about 6 commissioners from the six regional zones, but now it has expanded to 37 commissioners, where every state sends a commissioner to represent the state.
“His Excellency, the Governor of Yobe State, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, CON, nominated me to Mr. President, and Mr. President appointed me as a commissioner representing the good people of Yobe State,” Maigari said.
Adding to that, in keeping with our mandate, we are going round from local government to local government and meeting with the members of the public to interact and to engage and discuss the importance of this very important commission.
“Primarily, the commission was established with free fairness, equity, and transparency in appointments to federal organizations, and Mr. President graciously added what we call the second mandate, which deals with the socio-economic infrastructure of the country.
Emir of Fika commends President Tinubu on mandate
Bandits kill seven Zamfara Community Protection Guards, cart away firearms
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have killed five members of the Community Protection Guard (CPG) and two civilians in a deadly attack in Jangebe town, Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred on Friday afternoon when five CPG personnel, including their Unit Commander, went to assist in cultivating a farm on the outskirts of the village.
The victims were ambushed by the assailants while working on the farm and all five CPG members were shot dead. Two other civilians – a male and a female – working on a nearby farm were also killed during the assault.
Security sources said two pump-action rifles belonging to the CPG were stolen by the attackers.
Security forces have launched a manhunt for the fleeing bandits and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Bandits kill seven Zamfara Community Protection Guards, cart away firearms
Troops foil suspected bandit attack, intercept surveillance drone in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have foiled a suspected banditry attack on military camps located around Sabuwa and Faskari Local Government Areas, and intercepted an unidentified surveillance drone suspected to have been deployed by the criminals.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident occurred at about 10:25 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, when armed men on motorcycles were sighted moving suspiciously around Maiganguma village axis in the two LGAs.
According to security sources, a drone was simultaneously observed hovering over the general area of Dandume and Machika villages, particularly around the perimeters of the Operation Sharan Daji Camp and Machika Military Super Camp.
Troops stationed in the vicinity reportedly made inquiries across security formations to confirm whether the drone belonged to any friendly forces. All units, however, denied ownership or deployment of any drone in the area.
After a few minutes, the drone was seen maneuvering behind the Wori Rock and later re-emerged in the air, prompting patrol teams to open fire. The suspected operator reportedly flew the drone back towards Wori Rock, after which it vanished.
Troops gave chase to the motorcycle-riding suspects who fled into the bush, evading capture. No casualty was reported during the incident.
Security authorities said investigations were ongoing to identify the drone operators and uncover any surveillance or targeting plans linked to the suspected bandits.
Troops foil suspected bandit attack, intercept surveillance drone in Katsina
Bandits rustle cattle, injure two in Katsina; ambush police, damage patrol APC
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits in the early hours of Friday stormed Unguwar Gada Village in Kafur Local Government Area of Katsina State, rustling an undisclosed number of cattle and injuring two villagers in the process.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the attackers, who struck at about 12:45 a.m., fled with the stolen livestock through Rereji Village in neighbouring Malumfashi LGA.
During the raid, the assailants shot two residents identified as Sani Yau, and Umar Shamsu, both of whom sustained gunshot injuries and were rushed to the General Hospital in Malumfashi for medical attention.
Police personnel and other joint forces respond to the incident. However, the bandits laid an ambush for the security operatives and opened fire on them.
In the course of the attack, the front tyres of the police Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) were destroyed, and its engine also sustained significant damage, rendering the vehicle immobile.
Security forces have intensified patrols in the area and launched a manhunt for the perpetrators.
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