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Gov. Mutfwang visits scene of deadly attack in Plateau, assures justice for victims

Gov. Mutfwang visits scene of deadly attack in Plateau, assures justice for victims
By: Zagazola Makama
Gov. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang of Plateau State on Wednesday visited Jebbu and Gwon communities in Riyom Local Government Area following the gruesome killing of 15 persons by suspected Fulani militias.
Zagazola Makama report that the attack, which occurred on Tuesday night, also left four others injured.
The governor, accompanied by the Secretary to the State Government, members of the State Executive Council, Commissioner of Police Plateau State Command, and heads of other security agencies, visited the crime scene to commiserate with the affected families and residents.
While addressing the bereaved families in Jebbu, Mutfwang condemned the killings and described them as inhumane and unacceptable.
He assured the victims that the government would leave no stone unturned in investigating the attack and bringing the perpetrators to justice.
“I urge you all not to take the law into your hands. The government and security agencies are committed to protecting you and ensuring that such acts do not go unpunished,” the governor said.
The governor also visited Gwon community in the same LGA, where he addressed residents on the need for vigilance and proactive security reporting.
“I appeal to you to remain alert and always report any suspicious movement to the Police or relevant security agencies,” he added.
Plateau state has been plagued by farmer and herders crises with both sides carrying attacks and reprisals. Government response seems to be ineffective as its refused to address the root causes of the violence.
Gov. Mutfwang visits scene of deadly attack in Plateau, assures justice for victims
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Soldier killed, two injured as bandits ambush military vehicle in Katsina

Soldier killed, two injured as bandits ambush military vehicle in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits on Wednesday ambushed a military Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) in Yadi forest, near Machika village in Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing one soldier and critically injuring two others.
It was gathered that the APC had developed a mechanical fault while on patrol before it was attacked at about 2:32 p.m.
Sources said hat the heavily armed bandits seized the opportunity to launch a coordinated assault on the stranded vehicle.
“In the course of the attack, one soldier was fatally shot while two others sustained life-threatening injuries. The injured personnel were immediately evacuated for medical attention,” the report noted.
Following the incident, a Nigerian Air Force fighter jet was deployed to the area for aerial support, while troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA cordoned off the forest in search of the attackers.
Security operations in the area are ongoing to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the deadly ambush.
Soldier killed, two injured as bandits ambush military vehicle in Katsina
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Mob kills suspected motorcycle thief in Gombe, police arrest four

Mob kills suspected motorcycle thief in Gombe, police arrest four
By: Zagazola Makama
The Gombe State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a 22-year-old man by a mob in Kumo, Akko Local Government Area, over allegations of motorcycle theft.
Sources said the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, when the victim, identified as Daudu Ahmed of Sarkin Yaki Quarters, was attacked with machetes to the head and stomach by a group of youths accusing him of being a serial motorcycle thief.
The matter was reported to the Akko Divisional Police Station by the victim’s elder brother, Dahiru Ahmed, at about 10:15 a.m.
The Divisional Police Officer and his team responded swiftly and rushed the victim to the General Hospital, Kumo, where he was confirmed dead on arrival.
Four suspects were identified and two Babayo Musa and Zaidu Sani both of Jauro Musa Quarters were arrested. The others, identified only as Sulaiman and Usama, remain at large alongside other fleeing suspects.
During interrogation, the arrested suspects reportedly confessed that the deceased had been involved in motorcycle snatching and was a known threat in the area. Machetes used in the attack were recovered as evidence.
Sources said that case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining suspects.
Mob kills suspected motorcycle thief in Gombe, police arrest four
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Gunmen abduct two in Kwara Fulani camp, injure one

Gunmen abduct two in Kwara Fulani camp, injure one
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed men have abducted two residents and injured another during an attack on Baba Ramo Fulani Camp near Isanlu Isin in Kwara State, the police have confirmed.
Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred at about 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 5, when the gunmen stormed the camp, shooting sporadically before whisking away two men identified as Ibrahim Nuhu and Musa Umar.
Sources said during the attack, one Opeyemi Ibrahim sustained a gunshot wound to his right thigh and was rushed to Adeyemi Hospital in Omu-Aran for urgent medical attention.
Following the incident, local hunters and vigilantes immediately launched a bush combing operation in an attempt to rescue the abductees.
During the search, the team recovered eight empty AK-47 bullet shells, a severed human thumb, a flashlight, and a blue Bajaj motorcycle with registration number KMA 185 VD. About 50 cows believed to have been abandoned by the attackers were also recovered.
All recovered items have been handed over to the police, and an investigation is currently ongoing to track down the abductors and secure the release of the victims.
Gunmen abduct two in Kwara Fulani camp, injure one
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