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GM, Yobe Flour and Feed Mills Commends Buni’s Revival Efforts
GM, Yobe Flour and Feed Mills Commends Buni’s Revival Efforts
By: Yahaya Wakili
The General Manager, Yobe State Flour and Feed Mills company, Potiskum, Alhaji Abdu Shuaibu, CNA has commended the state governor Hon. Mai Mala Buni, CON for the various interventions he provided to ensure that the company is revived and bounced back to optimal functioning capacity.
The General Manager, who spoke to NEWSng in his office said several measures put in place to re-invigorate the company is in line with Governor Buni’s strive to create job opportunities, reduce idleness and avert restiveness among youths in the state.
“We thank His Excellence for all the bail outs he provided to company, and entrusting me and my team with the task of reviving the company. I am optimistic that when become fully functional will contribute in immense ways toward socio-economic development of our state,” Shuaibu said.
The General Manager revealed that the Governor’ s supports have almost come to fruition as the factories’ mega machines that were grounded are now active, while staffers are now refreshed for bigger task. “The only challenge is now the working capital, ” he added.
Shuaibu said the company was able to record this success because of the Governor’s prompt response to any requests put forward by the company, citing as example the award of contract for the urgent rebuild of the company’s perimeter fencing destroyed by hoodlums during the last nationwide protests.
The General Manager applauded the foresight of the governor in trying to attract investors to augment the company’s working capital.”Plans by the state government in that direction are already in top gear, from our side we were also encouraged to invite investors and partners, the moment this is actualised the company will rebounce back to full activities with minimal challenges,” Shuaibu said.
The General Manager said with his coming as the spearhead of the company he has injected some noble ideas, re-activated the grounded equipment, and reorganized his team, affirming that they will justify the confidence reposed in the by the state governor.
GM, Yobe Flour and Feed Mills Commends Buni’s Revival Efforts
Two Notorious Bandits Kachalla Idi Mai Randa and Ya’u Killed rival clashes in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
In another blow to banditry in Zamfara State, two notorious bandits, Kachalla Idi Mai Randa and Ya’u, have been killed in separate encounters with rival bandit faction of Dogo Geide.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Malama that Kachalla Idi Mai Randa, a known bandit leader responsible for multiple attacks in the region, was killed in an ambush laid by rival bandit Dogo Geide on Sunday evening.
The attack occurred following a series of violent confrontations between the two factions. Idi Mai Randa had previously led an attack that resulted in the killing of Gide’s boy, prompting him to vow revenge.
Idi Mai Randa’s death comes days after the killing of Ya’u, another notorious bandit who had been previously captured in Tsafe Local Government Area.
Ya’u, a close ally of Idi Mai Randa, had been implicated in numerous attacks and was believed to be in possession of significant weaponry. Although Idi Mai Randa denied any involvement with Ya’u’s weaponry, it is now confirmed that both he and Ya’u have met their Waterloo, with the story of their deaths reported from their emclave early today.
The troops of Operation Fansan Yanma in collaboration with it Air Component as well as federal security forces, continue to make significant strides in dismantling bandit in their hideouts in the region.
The joint effort has already resulted in the deaths of several high profile bandit leaders and the capture of important assets.
Two Notorious Bandits Kachalla Idi Mai Randa and Ya’u Killed rival clashes in Zamfara
Military Repels retaliation attack in Tsafe after Killing Notorious Bandit Kachalla Jafaru
By: Zagazola Makama
The troops of Operation Fansan Yamma in collaboration with Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) successfully repelled a retaliatory attack by bandits in Bilbis town, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, in the midnight of Monday.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack followed the death of a notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Jafaru, who was killed during a recent military encounter with the terrorists in Bilbis.
Jafaru, known for his expertise in kidnapping for ransom and terrorizing communities, including Hayin Gada and Kunchin Kalgo. He was a brother to the infamous bandit leader Ado Aliero, who was on the top wanted list of the Nigerian military.
Sources revealed that after Jafaru’s death, Fulani bandits in the area mobilized to attack Bilbis in retaliation. However, security operatives were alerted and launched a counter-operation at about 11:30 a.m., engaging the bandits in a fierce gun battle that lasted until 4:00 p.m.
The military, with support from CJTF members, successfully thwarted the attack, neutralizing several bandits, injuring others, and recovering numerous motorcycles and weapons.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing the security operatives transporting five bodies of bandits on motorcycles and one in a vehicle, along with other confiscated items.
Jafaru’s reign of terror had significantly disrupted several communities in Tsafe, with repeated incidents of kidnappings and extortion. His demise is seen as a major breakthrough in efforts to restore peace to the area.
Military Repels retaliation attack in Tsafe after Killing Notorious Bandit Kachalla Jafaru
Zulum Approves Contract for Road Dualization and Drainage System Construction
… To be Completed Within Four Months
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum has officially awarded a contract to Obtuse Tech Engineering and Construction Company Ltd for the dualization of a 2.5km road and the construction of a 5km drainage system. This project, spanning from Budum Tandari Junction to Neital Shoe Factory through Kasuwan Shanu in Maiduguri, Borno State, is set to be completed in four months.
The contract, valued at ₦5,002,552,300.80, is part of the government’s efforts to enhance infrastructure and improve the transportation network within the state. The agreement was formalized with the Honorable Commissioner for Works and Housing Engr Mustapha Gubio, signing on behalf of the Borno State Government, while Umar Lawan, CEO/MD of Obtuse Tech Engineering and Construction Company Ltd, signed on behalf of the company.
The contract signing ceremony was witnessed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works and Housing, Engr. Abakar Bawari, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Works, Engr. Kori Shettima, and staff from both the Borno State Government and Obtuse Tech Company.
Zulum Approves Contract for Road Dualization and Drainage System Construction
Two Notorious Bandits Kachalla Idi Mai Randa and Ya’u Killed rival clashes in Zamfara
Military Repels retaliation attack in Tsafe after Killing Notorious Bandit Kachalla Jafaru
Zulum Approves Contract for Road Dualization and Drainage System Construction
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