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Emir of Tikau commends Buni for his assistance to traditional institutions in Yobe
Emir of Tikau commends Buni for his assistance to traditional institutions in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
The Emir of Tikau Emirate Council in Yobe State, Alhaji Dr Muhammadu Abubakar Ibn Grema LLD, has commended His Excellency the Executive Governor of Yobe State, Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON Chiroman Gujba, for his numerous assistants rendered to the traditional institutions in the state.
Speaking through the Galadima, Alhaji Mai Sambo, the royal father made the commendation while the newly appointed Sarkin Yamma of Tikau, Alhaji Ibrahim B. Usman, and his people paid him a homage to express their appreciation for conferring on him the traditional title of Sarkin Yamma.
He urged the traditional title holder to redouble his efforts to move the emirate forward, and the door of the emirate is always open to receiving genuine advice that will guide the emirate towards success.
“You are from this house; therefore, we brought you to come and join hands with you to develop and move our emirate forward.” The royal father said:.
Earlier speaking, the Sarkin Yamma, Alhaji Ibrahim B. Usman, expressed his appreciation to the emir of Tikau, Alhaji Dr. Muhammadu Abubakar Ibn Grema, for conferring on him the traditional title of Sarkin Yamma of Tikau emirate council.
“I was very happy, and I appreciated the title that was given to me due to transparency, accountability, dedications, and other things that I respected, and by the grace of God, I will give my contribution to see that we move the emirate forward.” he added.
He thanked the emir and the members of the emirate and assured them that, by the grace of Almighty Allah, I would justify my confidence response by trying my best to see that we move the Tikau emirate council forward.
Emir of Tikau commends Buni for his assistance to traditional institutions in Yobe
Troops Arrest Suspected Gunrunner in Taraba State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with Defence Intelligence Agency operatives and local vigilantes, have arrested a suspected gunrunner in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Security sources said the arrest was made at about 7:45 a.m. on May 13 during an intelligence-led operation at Iware community in the area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended following credible intelligence linking him to arms trafficking activities within the Amaseyo general area.
Preliminary interrogation revealed that the suspect was allegedly involved in illegal arms dealing, prompting his immediate arrest by the joint security team.
The suspect is currently in custody and undergoing further investigation, while security agencies say efforts are ongoing to dismantle arms trafficking networks operating within the state and surrounding areas.
Troops Arrest Suspected Gunrunner in Taraba State
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim During Patrol in Kogi
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation MESA have rescued a kidnap victim abandoned by suspected terrorists along the Obajana–Jakura–Tajimi axis in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.
Security sources said the rescue operation was carried out at about 9:00 a.m. on May 13 by troops of 12 Brigade during a fighting patrol along the old Obajana–Jakura–Tajimi road.
According to the report, the troops discovered the victim after suspected kidnappers abandoned him while fleeing from the advancing security personnel.
The rescued victim was subsequently reunited with his family after the operation.
Security patrols and clearance operations have continued along the route and adjoining communities as part of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities in the area.
Troops Neutralise Terrorist During Operation Savannah Shield in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Savannah Shield have neutralised a suspected terrorist during an offensive operation in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 2:45 p.m. on May 13 by troops of 221 Battalion alongside personnel of CSIB XVI deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Babanna.
The troops reportedly carried out the offensive raid on Masaka Village following intelligence on terrorist activities within the area.
During the operation, the troops made contact with the suspected terrorists, leading to an exchange of fire.
According to the report, one of the fleeing terrorists accidentally triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which detonated and resulted in his death.
Troops subsequently recovered one magazine loaded with 12 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition from the scene.
Security forces have continued exploitation and clearance operations in the area aimed at dismantling terrorist hideouts and preventing further attacks within the operational environment.
Troops Neutralise Terrorist During Operation Savannah Shield in Niger State
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