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Governor Buni commends security agencies for maintaining peace in Yobe
Governor Buni commends security agencies for maintaining peace in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
Governor Mai Mala Buni CON of Yobe State has commended the security agencies for their efforts in ensuring peace, law, and order, as well as ensuring security and peace during the farming season in the state.
Governor Buni gave the commendation today during a routine joint security meeting with the heads of security agencies held at the Government House, Damaturu.
Ably represented by His Deputy. Hon. Idi Barde Gubana (Wazirin Fune) said it’s important to review the security situation in the state.
Governor Buni assured that security is continuously improving in and around Yobe State and that farmers are now free and safe to continue their farming activities without any fear of danger, and their property will be appropriately protected.
He pointed out that the purpose of the meeting was to review the security situation as the rainy season approaches, adding that there is a need for maximum security collaboration for synergy to ensure a peaceful farming season between the farmers and headers.
The meeting equally appreciated and noted the efforts of the traditional rulers and community leaders in conflict resolution in their various domains.
The commissioner of police, Yobe State Command, C.P. Ahmad Garba, briefed the press on the outcome of the meeting and assured that security agencies would intensify surveillance and patrol activities in their areas to stop the menace of header clashes and other criminal activities.
C. P. Ahmad Garba appealed to the people of the state to continue supporting the security agencies and providing necessary information so as to continue enjoying the relative peace in the state.
The Secretary to the State Government, Baba Malam Wali Mni, and the Special Adviser on Security Matters, General. Dahiru Abdusalam (Rtd), also attended the meeting.
Also, other heads of security agencies attended the meeting, including Sector 2 Commandant Operation Lafiya Dole, the Commissioner of Police, Yobe State Command, Director of Security Services, Commandant Nigeria Security, and Civil Defense Corp.
Others include the Commandant of the of the Nigeria Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), the Comptroller Nigeria Immigration Services, and the Deputy Director of the Cabinet and Security Governor’s Office.
The meeting prayed to Almighty Allah (SWT) to bring sustainable peace to the state and the country as a whole.
Governor Buni commends security agencies for maintaining peace in Yobe
21 villagers abducted in kano communities as Security forces intensify search operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Twenty-one persons have been abducted by suspected bandits in three villages of Tsanyawa Local Government Area of Kano State.
Zagazola Makama learnt that the coordinated attacks occurred in Sundu, Biresawa and Masaurari villages.
According to community members, two women were taken from Sundu, while five women and two children were abducted at Biresawa.
In Masaurari, nine men and one woman were reportedly seized, bringing the total number of abducted persons to 21 comprising nine men, eight women and two children.
The Police Command in Kano confirmed the attack noting that efforts had been intensified to rescue all victims unhurt.
The sources added that additional operatives had been deployed to the affected axis, while the area was being combed in collaboration with local vigilance groups and other security agencies.
The command assured residents of its commitment to restoring peace and urged the public to provide credible information that could aid ongoing operations.
21 villagers abducted in kano communities as Security forces intensify search operation
Ammunition falls from moving vehicle near ABU Zaria, eyewitnesses suspect supplies for bandits
By: Zagazola Makama
Passersby and students of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria were startled on Tuesday when several rounds of ammunition reportedly fell from a moving passenger bus along the Zaria–Katsina highway.
Zagazola Makama understand that the incident occurred directly in front of ABU Zaria’s main gate, causing brief panic among pedestrians and motorists.
One of the witnesses, who simply identified himself as Musa, said the ammunition fell from a commercial vehicle heading towards Katsina.
“We suddenly saw the bullets drop from the bus as it sped past the gate. Before people could understand what happened, the vehicle had already disappeared,” he said.
He added that some bystanders quickly gathered the ammunition and alerted security operatives stationed around the area.
Another eyewitness, a student who preferred not to be named, described the incident as “strange and frightening,” noting that many feared the ammunition could be linked to supplies to armed groups operating in parts of Kaduna and Katsina States.
Security personnel later arrived at the scene and recovered the ammunition.
Ammunition falls from moving vehicle near ABU Zaria, eyewitnesses suspect supplies for bandits
Security forces arrest “Gwandara” notorious kidnap kingpin, logistics supplier in Bwari Abuja
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forces have arrested a notorious kidnapper and major logistics supplier to bandits identified as Y’au Ibrahim Dauda, popularly known as “Gwandara 01”.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the suspect was apprehended by the Scorpion Squad at about 5:40 p.m. on Thursday in Bwari following actionable intelligence.
According to sources , Dauda has been on the wanted list of security agencies for his alleged role in several coordinated kidnapping operations within the FCT, particularly across the Bwari axis, from 2024 to date.
Investigations further linked him to multiple abductions around the Garam area of Tafa LGA in Niger State and Bwari, including the kidnapping of a pastor in 2024 at the El-Rufai Estate, near the Nigerian Law School, Bwari.
The sources said that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the gang and recover their weapons.
Security forces arrest “Gwandara” notorious kidnap kingpin, logistics supplier in Bwari Abuja
21 villagers abducted in kano communities as Security forces intensify search operation
Ammunition falls from moving vehicle near ABU Zaria, eyewitnesses suspect supplies for bandits
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