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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 neutralise two terrorists, recover arms in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised two suspected terrorists during a fighting patrol in Zamfara State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted by troops of 1 Brigade Quick Reaction Force (QRF) from Forward Operating Base (FOB) Bagega in the early hours of May 4.
The troops, while on patrol, advanced through Maikwanuga village in Talata Mafara Local Government Area, extending operations to Aljumma, Gidan Dawa, Magami Didi, and Tungar Magaji villages in Maradun Local Government Area.
During the operation, the troops made contact with suspected terrorists at Tungar Magaji village, where a firefight ensued.
“In the course of the engagement, two terrorists were neutralised, while others fled with possible gunshot wounds,” the source said.
Items recovered from the scene include one AK-47 rifle, 30 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and a motorcycle.
The troops are currently exploiting the general area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further threats in the region.
Troops neutralise two terrorists, recover arms in Zamfara
Army opens 2026 RSM Convention in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
The 2026 Regimental Sergeant Majors (RSM) Convention has been declared open in Kaduna, with senior military officials and stakeholders in attendance.
The event, hosted by 1 Division of the Nigerian Army, was inaugurated on May 4 at the JN Garba Hall, Ribadu Cantonment, by the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), represented by the Commandant of the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacekeeping Centre (MLAIPKLC), Maj.-Gen. D.G. Allu.
In attendance were the Chief of Army Administration, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division, commanders of affiliated formations within the division’s area of responsibility, resource persons, and representatives of other security agencies, among other invited guests.
The theme of the convention is “Empowering RSMs to Drive Combat Readiness and Professional Excellence.”
The convention is expected to provide a platform for professional development, experience sharing, and strengthening leadership capacity among Regimental Sergeant Majors in the Nigerian Army.
Army opens 2026 RSM Convention in Kaduna
One soldier killed, another injured in ambush on troops in Imo State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 34 Artillery Brigade have been ambushed by suspected terrorists while on a mission to assess a burnt vehicle in Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 12:53 p.m. on May 4 along the SPDC–Etekuru road, where the troops had gone to assess a burnt Hilux vehicle.
On arrival at the location, the troops came under heavy fire from the attackers.
In the encounter, one soldier was killed in action while another sustained injuries. The attackers reportedly carted away two AK-47 rifles and partially damaged a military vehicle.
Reinforcements were quickly deployed to support the troops, forcing the assailants to flee the scene.
Subsequent exploitation of the area led to the discovery of two burnt vehicles and two corpses.
The bodies were evacuated to a hospital morgue for further investigation and necessary action, while operations are ongoing to track down the attackers.
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