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Governor Buni Commends NEMA For Assisting Flood Victims in Yobe
Governor Buni Commends NEMA For Assisting Flood Victims in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
Yobe state governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has commended the efforts of the Federal Government through NEMA for coming up with the SNELEI Programme with the objective of bringing succor to the victims of the 2022 flood disaster in Yobe state.
Buni made the commendation while flagging off the distribution of items for the Special National Economic Livelihood Emergency Intervention (SNELEI) in Damaturu, the Yobe state capital.
He said the SNELEI Intervention is aimed at supporting the long-term recovery of Nigeria from the 2022 flood disaster, and the drive for the sustainable socio-economic recovery of the country from the current challenges of oil subsidy withdrawal and a high rate of inflation is timely.
“Yobe State witnessed one of the worst flood disasters in 2022, with about 39,000 households affected. 74 people died and 91 others were injured, and it was estimated that over 26,290.6 hectares of land in the state had extensive flooding from August to October 2022.
He revealed that the phase 1 SNELEI Intervention targets over 9000 beneficiaries out of the 24,640 registered victims across all the 17 local government areas of the state.
Governor Mai Mala Buni further calls on the beneficiaries to appreciate the fact that the government at all levels cares for their well-being, and as such, they should reciprocate such a kind gesture by putting the items to proper use and avoiding reselling them.
Speaking earlier, the Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mustapha Habib Ahmed, ably represented by Hajiya Bintu Aliyu, said the federal government approved this special intervention to assist vulnerable persons across the country and those affected by the flood to support their quick return to normalcy.
“A total of 660,884 households were verified and targeted to benefit from this special intervention across the 36 states and Federal Capital Territory (FCT).”
He thanked the Yobe state government, especially Yobe SEMA, for providing us with all the necessary support to accomplish this very important and timely intervention.
Governor Buni Commends NEMA For Assisting Flood Victims in Yobe
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
By Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has commenced pre-event activities for its Combat Arms Training (CAT) Week 2026 with a free medical outreach for residents of Birnin Yaro community in Kaduna State.
Security sources said the outreach, which held on May 2, was flagged off by the Chief of Integrated Combat Arms, Maj.-Gen. G.M. Mutkut, as part of preparations for the CAT Week scheduled to take place at Jaji Military Cantonment from May 4 to May 8, 2026.
The sources disclosed that the programme provided free medical consultations and treatment for members of the host community, as well as personnel and their family members.
According to the sources, the initiative was designed to strengthen civil-military relations while improving access to basic healthcare services for underserved communities.
They added that senior officers, including the Principal Staff Officer from Headquarters Infantry Corps Centre and members of the Central Organising Committee for the CAT Week, were in attendance.
The sources noted that the event was conducted peacefully and without any incident.
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected terrorists during a patrol operation in Ngamdu town, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 5:35 p.m. on May 2 by troops of 154 Battalion while on routine patrol within the area.
The sources disclosed that the suspects were intercepted and arrested during the patrol.
According to the sources, items recovered from them include one mobile phone, one keypad phone, a power bank, charms and other sundry items.
They added that the suspects are currently in military custody for further interrogation and investigation.
The sources noted that further action will be taken after profiling, while patrols in the area have been intensified to maintain security dominance.
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms
Four Killed, Three Injured in Attack on Illegal Mining Site in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Four persons have been killed and three others injured following an attack by unknown gunmen at an illegal mining site in Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 1:30 p.m. on May 2 at Mazat mining site, where the victims were reportedly engaged in unauthorised mining activities.
The sources disclosed that the assailants opened fire on the victims, killing four on the spot while three others sustained varying degrees of gunshot injuries.
According to the sources, the injured victims—two females and one male—were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention and are currently receiving treatment.
They added that the corpses of the deceased have been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy.
The sources further noted that security operatives were mobilised to the scene, while additional deployments have been made to track down the perpetrators.
They reiterated that night mining activities remain prohibited in the state, stressing that investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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