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Governor Buni donates N30m to Nigerian Legion
Governor Buni donates N30m to Nigerian Legion
By: Yahaya Wakili
Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON, on behalf of the government has announced the donation of Thirty Million Naira (#30M) to the Nigerian legion Yobe state chapter.
Governor Buni made the donation while launched the Emblem Appeal Fund for the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration at the Banquet Hall Government House, Damaturu.
He said the donation of the funds to the Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration is a part of his administration’s commitment to honouring the sacrifices of our fallen heroes.
The governor called on all the people of Yobe state, individuals, public servants, businesses and organizations to donate generously to the emblem appeal fund, in order to improve the welfare of ex-servicemen widows, and dependents of fallen heroes.
He commended the efforts of the security forces in maintaining peace in our state, particularly in the face of the challenges of Boko Haram insurgency in recent years.
Earlier in his address, the chairman Nigerian legion Yobe state chapter, Captain Ibrahim Gadene commended Governor Mai Mala Buni’s administration for the tremendous assistance and support rendered to the Nigerian legion Yobe state chapter.
The highlight of the occasion is the launching of the Emblem Appeal Fund week year 2025 and decorations.
Governor Buni donates N30m to Nigerian Legion
Man Killed in Accidental Shooting During Joint Security Operation in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A tragic incident occurred on April 3, 2025, during a joint security operation in Girei Local Government Area (LGA) of Adamawa State.
The operation, which involved personnel from the Police, Military, Department of State Security Services (DSS), and Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), aimed to raid criminal hideouts in the area.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that during the operation, one of the security personnel accidentally discharged their firearm, striking 21-year-old Bara Adamu of Wuro Bulama, Girei LGA.
The victim was immediately rushed to Specialist Hospital for medical attention but was sadly confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.
Man Killed in Accidental Shooting During Joint Security Operation in Adamawa
Armed Bandits Kill One in Attack on Commercial Vehicle in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
On April 3, 2025, at approximately 1130 hours, a group of armed bandits riding motorcycles, opened fire on a commercial vehicle traveling from Kebbi to Sokoto.
The attack resulted in the death of one Dan Gande Usman, who was shot in the head. The victim succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital.
In response to the attack, troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA were deployed to the area to ensure sanity.
Armed Bandits Kill One in Attack on Commercial Vehicle in Sokoto
Bandits Attack Rijiya Village in Zamfara, Kill Eight, Set School Ablaze
By: Zagazola Makama
A deadly bandit attack on Rijiya Village in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State has left eight people dead and a primary school set on fire.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that at approximately 1600 hours, on April 3, a group of armed bandits, heavily armed with AK-47 rifles and other dangerous weapons, invaded the village.
The assailants opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in the deaths of two members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CPG) and six civilians.
In addition to the loss of lives, the bandits set fire to a primary school that was being occupied by the CPG members.
Bandits Attack Rijiya Village in Zamfara, Kill Eight, Set School Ablaze
Man Killed in Accidental Shooting During Joint Security Operation in Adamawa
Armed Bandits Kill One in Attack on Commercial Vehicle in Sokoto
Bandits Attack Rijiya Village in Zamfara, Kill Eight, Set School Ablaze
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