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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
COAS Commissions Health Centre in Imo Under Intervention Project
By: Zagazola Makama
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. W. Shaibu, has commissioned the Umuhu-Okabia Health Centre in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State as part of the Nigerian Army Intervention Projects.
The COAS was represented at the event on April 22 by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division and Commander, Joint Task Force South-East Operation UDO KA, Maj.-Gen. O.A. Fadairo.
Security sources said the commissioning ceremony was well attended by dignitaries, including the representative of the Chief of Civil-Military Affairs (Army), Maj.-Gen. V.D. Beryo, and the Chief Host, Maj.-Gen. K.O. Ukandu, alongside royal fathers and other invited guests.
The newly commissioned health facility is part of the Nigerian Army’s civil-military cooperation initiatives aimed at improving access to basic healthcare services in local communities.
COAS Commissions Health Centre in Imo Under Intervention Project
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Edo During Search Operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation MESA, in collaboration with the Nigeria Police, local vigilantes and hunters, have rescued a kidnapped civilian in Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State.
Security sources said the troops, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Udomi, responded to credible intelligence at about 9:00 a.m. on April 21 regarding the abduction of a civilian in the Amendokhian general area.
The troops immediately launched a search-and-rescue operation and successfully secured the release of the victim.
The victim has since been reunited with family members, while efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend the perpetrators.
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Edo During Search Operation
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS), have rescued a kidnapped victim following a swift response to a suspected terrorist attack in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources disclosed that the troops, deployed at Abaji, acted on a report at about 1:45 p.m. on April 21 regarding an attack at Tumataa community.
On arrival, the troops engaged the suspected terrorists in a gun duel, forcing them to abandon the victim and flee the scene.
The victim was successfully rescued and has since been reunited with family members.
The sources added that troops are sustaining operations in the area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further attacks.
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