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Governor Buni, others visit Pakistan for post-insurgency and disaster management experience
Governor Buni, others visit Pakistan for post-insurgency and disaster management experience
By: Yahaya Wakili
The Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON, along with his Borno and Adamawa state counterparts, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum and Alhaji Umaru Fintiri, respectively, have visited Pakistan for a study of the Pakistani experience in post-insurgency and disaster management.
The study visit was organized by the Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project (MCRP), a World Bank project, and coordinated by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) NERSP PMC cell, a World Bank-funded initiative supporting recovery and peacebuilding in the Northeast States of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe.
In a statement issued and signed by Alhaji Mamman Mohammed, Director-General Press, Media Affairs, to Governor Buni, the tour is aimed at deepening understanding of best practices in crisis management, disaster resilience, urban development, and coordination by drawing on Pakistan’s experiences.
According to the statement, the visit aims to understand best practices and solutions relevant to MCRP AF and NEDC/BAY mandates. Strengthen institutional capacity for planning, recovery, and stabilization.
Other aims of the visit include enhancing the implementation of infrastructure, services, and social cohesion. Improve planning for post-NEDC phases and increase MDAs’ capacity to design and implement sustainable projects.
Governor Buni is accompanied by Yobe State MCRP, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment Generation, the Permanent Secretary Liaison Services, and the Executive Secretary SEMA.
Mamman further said that the team from the three states visited the Punjab Municipal Development Fund Corporation (PMDFC), LGCD, and Punjab Planning and Development Board (PnD Board) in Punjab, a city with a population of over 120 million people.
The team is expected to visit the Punjab Disaster Management Authority, site visit PMDFC Municipal Services Projects, Islamabad Disaster Risk Management Portfolio, Khyber Project for Rural Investment and Institutional Support, meet with the National Disaster Management Authority, and meet UN Agencies, among other engagements in line with the objectives of the visit.
Similarly, His Excellency Governor Mai Mala Buni will have bilateral discussions with heads of donor organizations and the private sector for resource mobilization.
Governor Buni, others visit Pakistan for post-insurgency and disaster management experience
Troops Ambush Terrorist Logistics Suppliers, Recover Items in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have foiled an attempt by suspected terrorist logistics suppliers along the Ngoshe–Ashigashiya road in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the troops of 82 Division Task Force Battalion, deployed at Ngoshe, laid an ambush at a known crossing point along the route at about 2:20 a.m. on April 24.
The sources said the troops made contact with suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP logistics suppliers conveying items to terrorist elements and engaged them with disciplined fire.
The suspects were forced to abandon the items and fled in disarray.
Items recovered during exploitation of the area include 10 pairs of women’s slippers, 28 sachets of 500g salt, 39 sachets of powdered milk, a motorcycle tube, a pair of joggers, two pieces of clothing materials measuring 10 yards each, two one-litre containers of engine oil and a black shirt.
The sources said no casualty was recorded on the side of the troops, while casualties on the part of the fleeing suspects could not be immediately ascertained.
They added that the troops returned to base at about 6:00 a.m. after completing the operation.
According to the sources, the general security situation across the theatre remains calm but unpredictable, while troops’ morale and combat efficiency remain high.
Troops Ambush Terrorist Logistics Suppliers, Recover Items in Borno
Troops Repel Terrorist Infiltration in Kanama, Neutralise Four Insurgents
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have repelled a Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorist infiltration into Kanama town, neutralising four insurgents during a swift response operation in Borno State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 6:00 p.m. on April 22 when troops of 159 Battalion, deployed in Kanama, responded to sounds of gunfire within the town.
On arrival, the troops reportedly discovered that terrorists had infiltrated parts of the community.
The troops immediately made contact and engaged the attackers with disciplined fire, forcing them to retreat in disarray.
Subsequent exploitation of the general area led to the neutralisation of four terrorists.
One member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) sustained injuries during the encounter and has been evacuated for medical attention.
No military equipment was lost during the operation.
Items recovered from the terrorists include two torchlight mobile phones and the sum of ₦21,000.
Security sources said the general situation across the theatre remains calm but unpredictable, while troops’ morale and fighting efficiency remain high.
Troops Repel Terrorist Infiltration in Kanama, Neutralise Four Insurgents
Troops Neutralise ISWAP Shura Member Abu Jirir in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have neutralised a prominent member of the ISWAP Shura Council during an operation in Yobe State.
Security sources said the development was confirmed at about 6:12 p.m. on April 22 following intelligence reports that the senior terrorist figure, identified as Abu Jarir, was eliminated by troops in the Babangida area.
According to the sources, the neutralisation is considered a significant blow to the terrorist leadership structure in the Lake Chad region.
The sources further disclosed that the overall ISWAP commander in the Lake Chad axis, identified as Ba Shuwa, reportedly dispatched a team to recover the body of the slain commander on the same day.
The search party was said to have been sighted moving on about 12 motorcycles around the Aljanna Jaule area.
Further details on the operation are expected as exploitation continues.
Troops Neutralise ISWAP Shura Member Abu Jirir in Yobe
Troops Ambush Terrorist Logistics Suppliers, Recover Items in Borno
Troops Repel Terrorist Infiltration in Kanama, Neutralise Four Insurgents
Troops Neutralise ISWAP Shura Member Abu Jirir in Yobe
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