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FCTA urges Bwari to showcase products in Abuja trade fair
FCTA urges Bwari to showcase products in Abuja trade fair
Alhaji Ibrahim Dan-Tsoho, Mandate Secretary, Area Council Services Secretariat, FCTA, has urged Bwari Area Council to showcase and promote its economic potential for international recognition at the upcoming Abuja International Trade Fair.
Dan-Tsoho made the call during an update retrieval meeting with members of staff of Bwari Area Council on Wednesday in Abuja.
The secretary said that the purpose for the meeting was to get an update on the level of preparedness from the council towards plans to attend the upcoming trade fair in the FCT.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 17th Abuja fair is scheduled to begin on Sept. 30 to Oct. 9.
Dan-Tsoho, who was represented at the meeting by Mrs Rahap Didam, the Director, Planning, Research and Statistics, said that showcasing natural resources from Bwari could sell the council’s resources to the world.
According to him, the secretariat has been mandated by the office of the FCT Minister, for all area councils to showcase what they produce with an intention to make an impact.
“We find the need to follow up on an initial invitation asking Bwari to participate at the trade fair ground with products from the council.
“We believe that there’s economic potential in Bwari Area Council and so, this is an avenue for them to showcase these potential that will probably get international recognition.
“Foods like yam are in the international markets and are from other African countries, so this is one of the avenues for Bwari to sell themselves to the world with the gift of their natural resources.”
Ms Mary Ishaya, the Head of Personnel in the council, who represented the Chairman of the council, Mr John Gabaya, said that the council would not hesitate to take the opportunity to its advantage.
Ishaya, while promising to brief the chairman and other members of his administration on the importance of participating in the fair, also said that the council would ensure adequate resources were put on display.
NAN reports that the theme for the 2022 fair is “Exploring opportunities of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area through Intra-Africa Trade.”
FCTA urges Bwari to showcase products in Abuja trade fair
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Gunshot-Wounded Victim in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have foiled a suspected kidnapping attempt and rescued a gunshot-wounded victim along the Rafin Sanyi axis in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 6 OPEP, deployed at Sopp, responded to a distress report at about 9:40 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026, after suspected kidnappers blocked the road in the area.
The swift intervention of the troops reportedly forced the criminals to flee before they could carry out their operation.
The troops subsequently combed the area and rescued one occupant of a Sharon vehicle who had sustained a gunshot wound.
The victim was evacuated to the Nigerian Army Medical Outpost at Tigi, where he received first aid treatment.
Troops have continued to dominate the general area through fighting patrols to prevent the criminals from regrouping and forestall further attacks.
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Troops Raid Jos Hotel, Arrest Five Suspects Over Phone Snatching, Recover 26 Phones
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have raided a hotel along Baring Road in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, arresting five suspected criminals and recovering 26 mobile phones and other items.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 1 OPEP, while on patrol, responded to a report of phone snatching at about 9:00 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026.
Following the incident, the stolen phone was reportedly tracked to Prime House Hotel within the area, prompting the troops to conduct a raid on the facility.
The operation led to the arrest of five suspects identified as Tahir Suleiman, 25; Muhammed Ahmed, 25; Muhammed Labaran Haruna, 27; Yahya Yunusa, 20; and Aisha Mohammad, 22.
The suspects were reportedly found in possession of the tracked phone, while a further search led to the recovery of 26 mobile phones, 27 pouches, three MP devices, two earpods, an HP laptop, a knife and four power banks.
The vehicle belonging to the suspects was also towed to the headquarters of Sector 1 for a comprehensive search.
The suspects and recovered exhibits remain in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops Raid Jos Hotel, Arrest Five Suspects Over Phone Snatching, Recover 26 Phones
Troops Rescue 119 Civilians, Recover Eight Vehicles from Terrorists in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 119 civilians, including women and children, and recovered eight vehicles after confronting terrorists who blocked a major road and abducted travellers in Borno State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was conducted at about 3:45 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026, by troops of 135 Special Forces Battalion, 27 Task Force Brigade, Sector 2, while conducting surveillance along the Dutsen Kura–Bulazarma–Kamuya road.
The troops reportedly sighted terrorists blocking the road and abducting civilians alongside their vehicles, prompting the mobilisation of the battalion’s Special Forces Quick Reaction Force and another QRF team from 27 Task Force Brigade headquarters.
The teams moved through the Mangari–Dora route, pursued and engaged the terrorists, forcing them to abandon the abducted civilians and vehicles in confusion.
The operation led to the rescue of 119 civilians comprising 69 men, 35 women and 15 children, while eight vehicles were also recovered.
The rescued victims were subsequently reunited safely with their families.
However, during the withdrawal, troops discovered an improvised explosive device (IED) around the Bam Buratai Junction–Bula Zarma general area.
The unit’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team marked and secured the location for safe disposal of the device.
The troops returned to base at about 7:36 p.m. the same day.
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