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Governor Buni, Senate President, Lawan commissions Gashua Ultramodern Market in Yobe

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Governor Buni, Senate President, Lawan commissions Gashua Ultramodern Market in Yobe

Governor Buni, Senate President, Lawan commissions Gashua Ultramodern Market in Yobe

By Yahaya Wakili

The Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni and the Senate President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan has commissioned the Gashua Ultra modern market yesterday.

Speaking at the occasion, Governor Buni said the Gashua Ultra modern market is a 505 shops of different sizes, administratives blocks, mosques, drainages, water facilities, provision for banks, fire station and police out Post.

“The market is expected to stimulate increased economic activities that will enhance job opportunities and income generation for our people and promote internally generated revenues.” Buni said.

According to him, the market was registered as a limited liability company with a full fledged board of directors to be supported by management staff.

He urged the board and management of the market to work to ensure good utilization of all facilities towards the realisation of collective goals.

Governor Mai Mala Buni named the market after Senate President, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan being the first ever president of the Senate from Yobe state and the entire North East geo political zone.

Speaking at the commisioning of the project, Senate President, Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan announced on behalf of his SAIL Foundation donated the sum of #200million to traders in Bade local Government Council.

He said a total of 400 traders are to be benefit the sum of #500,000 each as start up capital, adding that, the foundation under his leadership will over see the disbursement of the funds to local traders.

“In particular, the ultra modern markets in the four local governments are signs of efforts by your administration to create employment opportunities, generate wealth and ensure sustainable economic development for our state.” Ahmed said.

He commend Governor Mai Mala Buni for what you have been able to do in the line of developing our state in the last three and half years and assure him that those of us representing Yobe state in the National Assembly will continue to give our maximum support to you.

In his address, the state Commissioner ministry of Commerce, Tourism and Industries, Alhaji Barma Shattima revealed that the new market project as standard and the quality of the product is in conformity with the global standard that will provide a conducive environment for business activities.

In his welcome address, the Executive Chairman of Bade local government council, Alhaji Sanda Kara Bade thanked Governor Mai Mala Buni for the execution of various people oriented project in the area. Noted that, the people of the area are highly appreciative of the project.

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Adamawa Court fixes Nov. 3 for Furore Emirate case defense

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Adamawa State High Court IV sitting in Yola on Wednesday adjourned a case challenging the Adamawa government for the creation of the Fufore emirate council from Adamawa emirate to November 3rd and 4th for defense.

Justice Musa Usman who presided over the case said, this at the end of two days hearing from the principal witness, plaintiffs.

The case which was filed by the three traditional titles holders of Adamawa emirate; Alhaji Musa Halilu, Dujuma Adamawa, Mustapha Dahiru, Yarima Adamawa and Alhaji Mustapha Ahmadu, Sarki Noma Adamawa that due process was not followed before the creation of Fufore emirate.

Manga Nurudeen (SAN), counsel to the plaintiffs, told newsmen at the end of the seating that they had called four witnesses in the case and concluded.

“As you may have seen, the court has adjourned to 3rd and 4th of November for the defense, for the government and the new airmen to bring their own witnesses to be cross examined.

The defense counsel, state Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Afraimu Jingi, also said they have successfully taken the evidence of the plaintiffs during the two days of seating.

“They listed five witnesses they were able to call four and they closed their case.

“And fortunately we have been able to answer the questions to our mind that we thought we can discredit them to our mind which is left to the court to determine”, he said.

According to him, they were satisfied with the proceedings and they do not have any burden on them as the next agenda will be defense.

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NSCDC Promotes Grassroots Security, Community-Based Intelligence

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By: Michael Mike

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has reiterated its commitment to strengthening grassroots security and community-based intelligence across the country as tools for tackling insecurity.

The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Prof. Ahmed Audi gave the commitment during his working visit of Anambra State as part of his continued strategic operational tour of the South East.

Audi, who was received by the Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Charles Soludo, noted that his visit was aimed at assessing the welfare of personnel, understanding field challenges, and reinforcing the Corps’ operational capacity in the region.

Speaking during the courtesy call at the Government House, Awka, the Commandant General commended the Governor for his administration’s proactive efforts in maintaining peace and stability. He also solicited greater logistical and infrastructural support to enhance the NSCDC’s performance in the state.

He said: “Security must begin from the grassroots. That is where the people live, work, and build the future. The Corps remains resolute in delivering quality service and ensuring that the confidence of Nigerians, particularly Ndi Anambra, in our operations is not misplaced.”

Soludo, in his response, commended the NSCDC for its professionalism, discipline, and resilience, especially in safeguarding critical national assets and public infrastructure.

He said: “Here in Anambra, the Light of the Nation, our greatest asset is our people: creative, enterprising, and innovative. They are the engine of our economy. Ensuring their safety and prosperity is a shared responsibility, and we appreciate the NSCDC for standing firm in that mission.”

The governor pledged continued partnership and support for the Corps, affirming that security remains the foundation for the state’s economic growth and innovation-driven development.

The Commandant General’s tour of Anambra is part of a nationwide operational assessment aimed at improving welfare, operational readiness, and synergy among security stakeholders. It underscores the NSCDC’s renewed focus on community trust, proactive engagement, and service excellence under Prof. Audi’s leadership.

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Security forces rescue three kidnapped women in Zamfara

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Security forces rescue three kidnapped women in Zamfara

By: Zagazola Makama

Security forces have rescued three kidnapped women following a gun battle with bandits along the Anka–Bukkuyum road in Anka Local Government Area.

Sources said the incident occurred at about 6 p.m. on Oct. 7, when armed bandits blocked the highway and attacked a Golf vehicle with registration number RBC 22 ABUJA.

The assailants abducted the driver and three passengers before the arrival of the Anti-Kidnapping team led by Insp. Ibrahim Ubandoma.

The security team engaged the bandits in a fierce shootout, overpowering them and rescuing the three abducted passengers unhurt.

The rescued victims were identified as Lantana Abubakar, aged 70; Fatima Muhammad, aged 45; and Suwaiba Muhammad, aged 40, all residents of Gummi town in Gummi Local Government Area.

The victims were safely escorted to Anka town by the security team.

Efforts are ongoing to rescue the remaining abducted driver, as patrol operations continue in the area.

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