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Gombe APC commends Dankwambo for not importing hoodlums

Gombe APC commends Dankwambo for not importing hoodlums
The Gombe State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended former Governor Ibrahim Dankwambo for not importing hoodlums into the state.
The reports gathered that Dankwambo was received last weekend by thousands of supporters who ushered him from the Airport to the secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party.
Addressing journalists on Tuesday at the state’s secretariat, Publicity Secretary Moses Kyari said that unlike the visits of Danjuma Goje, former governor of the state and senator representing Gombe Central, and Jamil Ishayaku; a governorship aspirant of the PDP, where the state incurred losses, that was not the case with Dankwambo’s visit.
In November 2021, there was a clash where Goje’s convoy was allegedly attacked by hoodlums which led to the death of a person, with a property also lost, according to the Gombe State Police Command.
According to the Publicity Secretary, although Dankwambo had been absent from the state for three years, he was able to conduct the activities of his supporters within the law without bloodshed.
Kyari said, “The Gombe APC noted with delight how Dankwambo landed at the Gombe International Airport and proceeded to the PDP secretariat in the state along with his supporters and other chieftains, peacefully without disturbing the public peace.
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“During Dankwambo’s visit, we observed that his supporters conducted themselves in a peaceful manner. His conduct was a sharp contrast to other Abuja-based politicians of the opposition PDP, such as former Governor Goje and Jamilu Ishyaku Gwamna who during their visits to Gombe, brought in heavily armed thugs bearing and brandishing very dangerous weapons and caused massive mayhem as well as the destruction of public properties within the state capital, which is not part of his senatorial district.
“This time around, we did not notice a serious breach of public peace. This is despite the fact that Dankwambo was visiting Gombe for the first time since he left office as governor. We sincerely commend Dankwambo for conducting himself in a manner befitting a man of his status and conviction.”
While commending the efforts of Governor Muhammadu Yahaya for cancelling an empowerment programme for fear of clashing with supporters of his predecessor, Kyari said that Yahaya had displayed his love for unity.
“We wish to also commend our dear governor and leader, His Excellency, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, for once more demonstrating uncommon statesmanship in his usual character of peaceful disposition by shelving his earlier scheduled function of same Saturday, April 1 in the state capital on APC Square, which coincided with Dankwambo’s visit so as to guard against any possible clash by rival groups. This is highly commendable and it goes to show how accommodating, magnanimous and tolerant His Excellency is.
“We are equally happy with the conduct of our teeming party supporters, who remained calm and maintained decorum during Dankwambo’s visit, which is an indication that we are always peaceful in our conduct even in the face of provocation. This conduct is also a testimony of the peaceful nature of our party,” Kyari added.
He further noted that politicians should desist from overheating the polity in an attempt to engage electorates in consultation.
Kyari said, “I want to call on politicians, particularly aspirants of the opposition in the state to take a cue from our amiable governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, who preaches and practices politics of all inclusion and jealously guards the peace of the state is enjoying.
“We need more peaceful politicians and not those that use violence in the conduct of their politics and politicking, as well as leaving a trail of blood and pain anytime they visit the state.”
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Herdsman, 36 cows shot dead in fresh unprovoked attack in Plateau

Herdsman, 36 cows shot dead in fresh unprovoked attack in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
A herdsman has been killed and 36 cows shot dead by unknown assailants in a fresh attack at Ndinn village, Fan District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Zagazola Makama report that the incident, which occurred on Monday evening, is the latest undocumented violent attacks that have continued to claim lives and property in parts of the state.

Witnesses said the attackers ambushed the herder, identified as Abubakar Alhaji Woda, while he was grazing his cattle, and shot him dead before opening fire on his herd, killing 36 cows on the spot.
Residents described the attack as unprovoked and expressed concern over the growing wave of insecurity in rural parts of Barkin Ladi and neighbouring local government areas.
They lamented that despite several similar attacks in recent weeks, no arrests have been made, and the perpetrators continue to operate with impunity.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, the FUYODA Riyom chapter coordinator, Muhammad Saidu, described the attack as “a heartbreaking reminder of the persistent insecurity and injustice faced by peaceful Fulani communities in Plateau.”
“We strongly condemn this act of violence and call on the relevant authorities to ensure that justice is served,” Saidu said.
He prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul and called on the government to take decisive steps to restore confidence among pastoral communities who continue to suffer silent losses in the ongoing communal crisis.
“May Almighty Allah grant Abubakar Alhaji Woda Jannatul Firdaus, forgive his shortcomings, and comfort his family with patience and strength during this difficult time,” he added.
However, as of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from the Plateau State Government or security agencies regarding the attack.

Zagazola report that the recurring cycle of violence in Plateau State has often been reported only from the angle of reprisals, while several attacks on herders go undocumented or receive limited attention.
Community leaders have called on security operatives to fish out the perpetrators and ensure justice is served to prevent further escalation of hostilities in the area.
Herdsman, 36 cows shot dead in fresh unprovoked attack in Plateau
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Fact-finding committee says all ethnic groups involved in Plateau crisis

Fact-finding committee says all ethnic groups involved in Plateau crisis
By: Zagazola Makama
Maj.-Gen. Rogers Ibe Nicholas (rtd), Chairman of the Fact-Finding Committee on Insecurity in Plateau State, says the crisis in the state involves both indigenes and non-indigenes across all ethnic and religious divides.
Nicholas, a former Commander of Operation Safe Haven, made this known while reacting to reports that the committee’s findings had indicted Fulani herdsmen as the aggressors in the prolonged conflict.
He clarified that the committee’s report, submitted last month to Governor Caleb Mutfwang, did not attribute blame to any single ethnic group, stressing that the violence in Plateau was a multi-dimensional problem involving various communities.
“The committee was set up by the state government to make findings and recommendations, which have been submitted to the government. The document is still classified until a white paper is issued,” Nicholas said.
He explained that during the committee’s engagements with community leaders across the state, it became evident that all sides had suffered and contributed to the cycle of violence.
“I think people need to be corrected based on the statement that Fulani are the ones causing the problem. The report did not say that,” he stated.
“While we are clear, everybody — all the ethnic groups in Plateau — are in one way or another involved in the crisis. In some areas, fingers have been pointed at particular groups, but our findings show that every community has played a part,” Nicholas added.
He further noted that many of the attacks in the state were reprisals triggered by earlier assaults, which often led to further bloodshed and destruction of property.
Nicholas maintained that the committee’s recommendations, once made public, would help guide the government in addressing the root causes of the conflict and fostering lasting peace in the state.
Fact-finding committee says all ethnic groups involved in Plateau crisis
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Adamawa Court fixes Nov. 3 for Furore Emirate case defense

Adamawa Court fixes Nov. 3 for Furore Emirate case defense
Adamawa State High Court IV sitting in Yola on Wednesday adjourned a case challenging the Adamawa government for the creation of the Fufore emirate council from Adamawa emirate to November 3rd and 4th for defense.
Justice Musa Usman who presided over the case said, this at the end of two days hearing from the principal witness, plaintiffs.
The case which was filed by the three traditional titles holders of Adamawa emirate; Alhaji Musa Halilu, Dujuma Adamawa, Mustapha Dahiru, Yarima Adamawa and Alhaji Mustapha Ahmadu, Sarki Noma Adamawa that due process was not followed before the creation of Fufore emirate.
Manga Nurudeen (SAN), counsel to the plaintiffs, told newsmen at the end of the seating that they had called four witnesses in the case and concluded.
“As you may have seen, the court has adjourned to 3rd and 4th of November for the defense, for the government and the new airmen to bring their own witnesses to be cross examined.
The defense counsel, state Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Afraimu Jingi, also said they have successfully taken the evidence of the plaintiffs during the two days of seating.
“They listed five witnesses they were able to call four and they closed their case.
“And fortunately we have been able to answer the questions to our mind that we thought we can discredit them to our mind which is left to the court to determine”, he said.
According to him, they were satisfied with the proceedings and they do not have any burden on them as the next agenda will be defense.
Adamawa Court fixes Nov. 3 for Furore Emirate case defense
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