Fire outbreak destroys over 20 vehicles at Malaysia Market, Zuba

By Zagazola Makama

Over twenty vehicles have been destroyed following a fire outbreak at Malaysia Market, Zuba, near the main motor spare parts area.

Sources said that the incident occurred on December 17 at about 2300 hours. The market, known for scrap vehicles, was engulfed in flames before police patrol teams promptly mobilized to the scene.

Through the combined efforts of security forces and community members, the fire was successfully contained, preventing further escalation. No injuries or loss of life were reported.

The cause of the fire and the estimated value of the destroyed vehicles are yet to be determined as security sources said Investigations are ongoing.

Fire outbreak destroys over 20 vehicles at Malaysia Market, Zuba

Remains of missing Benue police inspector recovered in Guma LGA

By Zagazola Makama

The suspected remains of a missing police inspector have been recovered in Guma Local Government Area, Benue State, the State Police Command has confirmed.

According to sources, the incident relates to Inspector Mohammed Yakubu of the 13 PMF attached to OPS Zenda JTF, who went missing on June 13, 2025, at Tse Keleke, approximately 10km from Daudu.

On December 18 at about 0930 hours, intelligence indicated that a decayed corpse, believed to be the missing inspector, was sighted in the bush near the original scene of the disappearance.

A joint team comprising ACPOL Metro MKD, DPO Daudu, police medical personnel, State Intelligence Service (SIS) operatives, 13 PMF personnel, OPS Zenda JTF personnel, Counter-Terrorism Unit (CTU), and BNS Civil Protection Guards was mobilized to the scene. The skeletonized remains were recovered and conveyed to the 13 PMF base.

Authorities confirmed that the remains will be released to the family for a befitting burial following necessary consultations.

The Benue State Police Command described the recovery as a closure for the long-standing missing-in-action case.

Remains of missing Benue police inspector recovered in Guma LGA

Adamawa trains, equips 10 youths in tailoring, fashion design

Adamawa government has graduated 10 beneficiaries in tailoring and fashion design skills acquisition programme and empowered with starter kits by the Ministry of Entrepreneurship Development.

Speaking at the ceremony in Yola, Mr Hammanjumba Gatugel, Commissioner in the ministry said, the beneficiaries underwent six months of training aimed to be empowered with skills and reduce unemployment in the state.

Gatugel who was represented by the Director Entrepreneurship, Malam Ibrahim Usman said, out of the beneficiaries nine were women while one male.

“This programme aligns with the vision of Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri, to reduce unemployment, empower youth and women, and promote entrepreneurship at the grassroots level.

“Our ministry remains committed to supporting initiatives that equip citizens with practical, market-driven skills capable of transforming lives”, he said.

He commended the trainers and facilitators for their dedication and professionalism in ensuring that the beneficiaries received quality training.

Malam Usman Maigari, Director administration urged the beneficiaries to make good use of the skills acquired.

“Utilize the opportunity judiciously, please and please don’t go and sell these swing machines. If you are good you will be patronised by customers wherever you are”, he said.

Abdulmumini Abba, the facilitator thanked and appreciated the Adamawa government for giving the beneficiaries the opportunity to be trained.

He assured that with the training given to beneficiaries they were confident that it would impact positively in their life.

Viana John who spoke on behalf of the beneficiaries lauded for the gesture and promised to put the skills into practice.

The beneficiary each received a swing machine, wrappers among others as startup kits.

Adamawa trains, equips 10 youths in tailoring, fashion design