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Gov. Buni tasks women, youths on patriotism

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Gov. Buni tasks women, youths on patriotism

Gov. Buni tasks women, youths on patriotism

Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe on Monday enjoined women and youths to be patriotic and selfless for the development, peace and progress of the country.

Buni made the call while receiving Buni-Gubana Women and Youth Network, who paid him a courtesy call in Damaturu.

The governor also urged the Network’s members to always have the interest of Yobe at heart.

“You are the leaders of tomorrow, you should develop the spirit of patriotism and be selfless to the state and country,” he said

Gov. Buni commended the Network for the show of love and concern to his government and state.

The Coordinator of the Network, Hajiya Mairiga Umar, described the governor as the most youth and women friendly governor in Nigeria.

She said the essence of creating the network was to appreciate the gesture of the governor to women and youth in the state through dedication and selfless service.

Mairiga assured that the Network would work for the success of the administration.

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One Killed as Ebonyi Communal Clash Rekindles

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One Killed as Ebonyi Communal Clash Rekindles

By: Zagazola Makama

The Ebonyi State Police Command says one person has been killed in renewed hostilities between Enyimagu and Ekpoamaka communities in Ikwo Local Government Area.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the decades-long crisis between the two communities, which had been dormant for some time, flared up again on Saturday evening.

The Nigerian Army troops and other security agencies were swiftly deployed to restore order.

On Sunday morning, security personnel discovered the corpse of an unidentified elderly man with multiple bullet wounds at Odumewu, Enyimagu axis.

He was said to have engaged the security forces in a gun battle before being shot dead.

The military also recovered firearms and ammunition from the deceased, believed to be a mercenary hired by one of the warring communities.

The body has been deposited at Rim Hospital Mortuary, Achara, while more security teams have been deployed for intensive patrol as the situation remains tense.

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Security forces Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Three Along Funtua–Gusau Road

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Security forces Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Three Along Funtua–Gusau Road

By: Zagazola Makama

Security forced have foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued three travellers along the Funtua–Gusau road.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that suspected armed bandits had ambushed a white Golf 3 Wagon at Marabar Bangori.

The vehicle, driven by Sadi Ahmed, with passengers Ibrahim Umar (a.k.a Dan’iya), and Babangida Yusuf, 45, all of Yankara town, was transporting tomatoes from Funtua to Yankara when the gunmen opened fire.

Security forces were swiftly mobilized which engaged the bandits in a tactical exchange of fire, forcing them to flee into the bush.

All three occupants were rescued unhurt.

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Two Killed, Two Injured in Yobe Communal Clash Over Land Dispute

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Two Killed, Two Injured in Yobe Communal Clash Over Land Dispute

By: Zagazola Makama

Two persons have been killed and two others seriously injured following a violent clash between residents of Azare and Zango villages in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.

Zagazola report that the incident occurred at about 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, when a mob from Azare village, armed with dangerous weapons, attacked Zango villagers on their farmlands over a protracted land dispute.

The deceased were identified as Sani Makeri, and Abdullahi Majitta, both of Zango village.

The sources said two other victims sustained serious injuries and are receiving treatment at the General Hospital, Bara.

The sources added that investigation has commenced to ensure all those involved are brought to justice.

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