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Former Senate President Lawan mourns Mailafiya
Former Senate President Lawan mourns Mailafiya
By: Yahaya Wakili
President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, PhD., GCON, Sardaunan Bade. Yobe North Senatorial District mourns the death of his former Special Assistant, Auwal Mailafiya, while he was the President of the 9th Senate between 2019 and 2023.
“I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Auwal Mailafiya, who served as one of my special assistants while I held sway as president of the 9th senate between 2019 and 2023.” Senator Lawan said.
He said Auwal, who hails from the Gulani local government area in Yobe East Senatorial District, was rushed to the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital in Kano after he suddenly became ill while on his way to Abuja from Damaturu on Sunday. He later died while receiving medical attention at the hospital for an undisclosed ailment.
Auwal Mailafiya will be buried tomorrow, April 1, 2024, in Damaturu, according to Islamic rites.
Auwal was truly a remarkable individual who will be remembered for his kindness, intelligence, and commitment to making a difference. His presence will be greatly missed, but he will live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him.
“My deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. May we find strength and solace in the memories he shared with us.
It is my fervent prayer that Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings and grant him eternal rest in Aljannatur Fidaus.
Former Senate President Lawan mourns Mailafiya
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
An operative attached to a security unit in Niger State has died following an accidental discharge of a rifle at his duty post in Shiroro Local Government Area.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 10:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the operative, identified as Abubakar Iliya, 35, who was attached to a special hunters unit stationed at Galadiman-Kogo, reportedly fell from a sentry post.
During the fall, his cocked rifle disengaged and discharged, striking him in the abdomen and causing fatal injuries.
His remains were later evacuated by his unit for burial in accordance with customary rites.
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A canoe conveying seven passengers capsized while in transit between Jata and Kami Village in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, leaving several persons missing.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 7:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the canoe, carrying six females and one male passenger, overturned during the journey.
The passengers were identified as Mustapher Yakubu; Sahura Yakubu and her child; Zarifa Yakubu; Mommy Yakubu; Lizatu Yakubu; Zaratu Yusuf; and Sumaiya Ibrahim, all from Jata/Bmagara via Kami Village.
Rescue teams, including police and local divers, were immediately mobilised to the scene. The boat driver and his conductor were rescued alive, while search efforts are ongoing to locate the remaining passengers.
Authorities said further updates would be provided as rescue operations continue.
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have killed two people and razed homes during an attack on Konkoso Village in Niger State, security sources said.
According to sources, the incident occurred at about 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 17 when a large group of bandits invaded the village, shot two residents whose identities are yet to be confirmed, and set several houses on fire.
The attackers also looted shops and carted away food items before leaving Konkoso Village and moving toward Pissa Village in Pissa District.
Authorities said efforts are ongoing to track the bandits and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
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