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Governor Buni commends security agencies for maintaining peace in Yobe

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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.

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Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina

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Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

The Police Command in Katsina, in collaboration with the military and local vigilantes, has repelled a bandits’ attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of the state.

Sources said that the incident occurred on Wednesday at about 1:20 a.m., when bandits stormed Lamuntani village in Goran Dansaka ward but were engaged in a gun battle by security operatives, forcing them to flee into the bush.

According to sources , six kidnapped victims were rescued unhurt. They include Aisha Rilwanu, 12; Zainab Mansir, 15; Munnir Sani, 19; Salamatu Umar, 19; Asmau Sani, 10; and Jamila Nasiru, 21.

The sources added that while escaping, the bandits attacked nearby Santan Kargo village, where they shot and injured three persons Yusuf Yushau, 30; Ismail Abubakar, 21; and Abdulmumin Sani,who were rushed to Malumfashi General Hospital for treatment.

The sources said two victims were still missing as security forces intensified search-and-rescue operations in the area.

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Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto

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Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA (OPFY) have recovered 164 rustled animals during clearance operations in Zamfara and Sokoto States.

Sources disclosed this on Thursday, saying the recoveries followed ambushes against terrorists moving livestock across communities.

The sources told Zagazola the troops, working with vigilantes, engaged terrorists attempting to move rustled animals from Talata Mafara LGA to Anka axis of Zamfara, recovering 21 sheep.

“Similarly, troops of 8 Division in conjunction with Keystone forces repelled terrorists who attacked Garbe Kanni village in Tureta LGA, Sokoto. A total of 143 sheep were recovered and a terrorist camp destroyed,” the sources said.

The animals have since been handed over to the chairmen of Bakura and Tureta LGAs for onward return to their rightful owners.

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Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau

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Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested two notorious cattle rustlers and recovered arms and ammunition in Plateau State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama on Thursday in Jos that the operation followed credible intelligence on the activities of cattle rustlers in Kogul village, Mangu Local Government Area.

According to the sources, the troops raided the hideout of the suspects on Sept. 11 and arrested two of them. Items recovered include one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, one fabricated revolver rifle, 10 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, one mobile phone and cash.

“The arrested suspects and recovered items are in the custody of the troops for investigation. Follow-up operations are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal syndicate,” the sources said.

They added that the arrest was significant in curbing the menace of cattle rustling, which has often triggered crisis in Plateau and adjoining states.

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