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Flood: FG Promises to Continue Thorough Assessment of Impacted Areas
Flood: FG Promises to Continue Thorough Assessment of Impacted Areas
By: Michael Mike
The Federal Government has continued disinfection and chlorination of Maiduguri to prevent the outbreak of epidemic in the town following the massive flood that submerged over half of the ancient town.
The Federal Government through the
Ministry of Environment also promised to continue to conduct thorough assessments of affected areas through preliminary visits across to mitigate the aftermath of the flood.
Director II, Pollution Control and Environmental Health, who also doubles as Team Lead for the Ministry on the disinfection and chlorination exercise held Maiduguri aimed at preventing water-borne diseases in the state, Mrs. Adeola Omotunde said during the exercise that the team so far has carried out samples and analysed water and soil for chemical and faecal contamination, carrying out fumigation for vector control and chlorinate household water sources.
Among the worst hit communities, the ministry’s intervention took place in, according to her include : “Fumigation and completion of Bulabulin community to Kalari community, located behind the Shehu’s Palace.”
She added that: “Similarly, the exercise also took place in the Palace and its surroundings because the water submerged the area, including the Maiduguri central Mosque and Maiduguri Metropolitan Office and the State secretariat where official documents were badly affected.”
Omotunde further stressed that the team has been educating and sensitizing the public about the harmful effects of the floods.
According to her, “the Ministry’s experts drawn from the various professional departments and the traditional Environmental Health Officers, in addition to the fumigation exercise, have so far trained the citizenry on disease prevention measures, especially against cholera.”
She said that the minstry would also develop and implement strategies for erosion control and improve the drainage system.
On September 9, 2024, Maiduguri suffered a devastating flood due to the collapse of the Alau Dam in neighbouring Konduga Local Government Area (LGA) of Borno State, exacerbated by heavy rainfall. This disaster has severely impacted livelihoods, displacing numerous households and causing widespread damage to infrastructure, crops, and shelters Flood Impact Highlights.”
“Over 239,000 people affected in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC) and Jere LGAs.” She said.
Meanwhile, the Ministry through the Park Rangers has professionally recaptured and returned displaced animals displaced by the flood from the Maiduguri zoo to it abode.
The Minister of Environment, Mr Balarabe Lawal had constituted and deployed a Response Team led by Mrs Omotunde to Borno State to assess and mitigate the impact of the recent devastating floods, particularly public health concerns.
Flood: FG Promises to Continue Thorough Assessment of Impacted Areas
Man Stabbed to Death During Funeral Mass in Cross River
By: Zagazola Makama
A man identified as Gideon Gabriel Eyoh Nwosu, an indigene of Enugu State, was stabbed to death during a farewell mass held in honor of the late Chief Maurice Ibok at Ikot Etim Bott Community in Akpabuyo Town, Cross River State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident, which occurred on March 7, 2025, at about 9:10 AM, involved one Efio Effiong, a suspect of no fixed address, who allegedly stabbed the victim in the throat before fleeing the scene.
The motive behind the attack remains unknown. However, upon receiving a distress call, police operatives from the Sting Unit Robot were deployed to the scene. The victim’s body was evacuated and deposited at the State Hospital mortuary for autopsy and preservation.
Meanwhile, police authorities have launched an investigation and intensified efforts to track down the fleeing suspect.
Man Stabbed to Death During Funeral Mass in Cross River
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Bandits Abduct Son of Ishyaka Rabiu, Demand Ransom Amid Military Onslaught on Bello Turji’s Faction
Bandits Abduct Son of Ishyaka Rabiu, Demand Ransom Amid Military Onslaught on Bello Turji’s Faction
By: Zagazola Makama
A gang of bandits loyal to the Bello Faction has abducted a man who identified himself in a viral video as the son of Ishyaka Rabiu, pleading for his family to pay ransom to secure his release.
The video, which surfaced on social media, showed the victim in distress, urging his relatives to meet the captors’ demands. Security sources confirm that the abduction is part of ongoing criminal activities by remnants of Bello Turji’s network, which has been significantly weakened by sustained military operations in Zamfara and neighboring states.
Meanwhile, Bello Turji has reportedly gone into hiding following a deadly military offensive targeting his strongholds. Intelligence sources indicate that Turji and his close ally, Dan Isuhu, narrowly escaped a major attack by Nigerian forces. Unlike his usual practice of boasting on social media, Turji has remained silent, signaling growing pressure from intensified military operations aimed at capturing or eliminating him.
Security operatives have demolished several of Turji’s camps in Shinkafi and other forest hideouts, while dozens of his foot soldiers have been arrested. Military sources affirm that the operation will continue until the insurgents are completely neutralized.
Bandits Abduct Son of Ishyaka Rabiu, Demand Ransom Amid Military Onslaught on Bello Turji’s Faction
Gunmen Abduct NDDC Aide in Bayelsa as Security Agencies Launch Manhunt
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted Mr. Loveday Akari, a Senior Special Assistant to the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), in Ayakoro Community, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on March 7, 2025.
The sources said that the abductors escaped using a boat, which was later found abandoned a short distance from the scene of the crime.
“In response, security forces activated blocking positions to restrict the hoodlums’ movement while electronic surveillance assets were deployed to locate their hideout,” the source added.
A Joint Services team, including the Nigerian Navy, Tactical and Marine Units, has been deployed to secure Onuebum and Ayakoro communities, where law enforcement is conducting an intensive manhunt for the kidnappers.
Meanwhile, search-and-rescue operations are ongoing to secure Akari’s release and bring the perpetrators to justice.
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