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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
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected cattle rustler in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 4:20 p.m. on April 15, 2026, at Anule community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed in the area arrested the suspect during ongoing security operations.
The suspect is currently in custody, while further investigation is underway to determine possible links to cattle rustling activities in the area.
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected terrorist during an operation in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 5:19 p.m. on April 15, 2026, following intelligence on the presence of a suspected criminal hiding in Tse Atu community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed at Anguhah and Umbagbo swiftly responded and conducted a targeted operation in the area.
During the operation, one suspect was apprehended, while a motorcycle believed to be linked to the suspect was also recovered.
The suspect and the recovered item are currently in custody, while further investigation is ongoing to ascertain the suspect’s involvement in criminal activities.
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has distributed fertilisers to farmers across various Local Government Areas of Benue State as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative aimed at enhancing food security and strengthening civil-military relations.
The event, held on April 15, 2026, was conducted by the Commander, Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brig.-Gen. K.O. Bukoye, under the Army Headquarters Corporate Responsibility Project.
The initiative, themed “Using Agricultural Support to Improve Farming for Sustained Security,” is designed to support local farmers while promoting stability within the Joint Operations Area.
Security sources said the programme brought together community leaders, farmers, and other key stakeholders, alongside representatives of the OPWS Commander.
They noted that the intervention is part of ongoing efforts to foster cooperation between security forces and local communities, while addressing underlying factors contributing to insecurity.
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
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