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Governor Buni speaks on unity of residents in the state as he celebrates Baba Fika as the latest SAN in the state
Governor Buni speaks on unity of residents in the state as he celebrates Baba Fika as the latest SAN in the state
By: Bodunrin Kayode
Yobe state Governor Mai Mala Buni has appealed to residents of the state to discourage negative socio-cultural, religious and political sentiments which acts as indices that would define their relationships as it concerns the very unity of the state.
He stated this at a reception in honor of Barrister Baba Dala Fika, who was conferred with the rank of a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN).
Buni said his administration is committed to building a state that guarantees a true sense of belonging to all sons and daughters of the state.
“We will not give room to cultural, ethnic, political, social status and religious differences to define who we are, or determine our unity as a people” he emphasized.
He assured that his administration would continue to accord education a top priority to improve human capital development as a measure to fast track development in the state.
“I wish to reassure the good people of Yobe state that our administration is committed to providing the needed infrastructure, manpower, and payment of examination fees to every child, to meet our objective of providing free education to all school-aged children in the state.
“It is heartwarming that the conferment of the Senior Advocate of Nigeria on this illustrious son of the state has come at a time when our administration is investing hugely in the study of professional and specialized courses including law, as part of the strategy to reinvigorate education in our dear state.
“I am glad to state with a sense of fulfilment that the declaration of State of Emergency on education in the state has significantly improved the performances of our students in external examinations, preparing them adequately qualified to gain admissions into tertiary institutions, and successfully completing their advanced studies in and outside the country” he noted .
Meanwhile, over 500 law graduates from various universities in the last four years have been supported by the state government to pursue professional certificates at the Nigeria Law School.
The State government this year sponsored 221 law graduates with registration fees of N475,000 and a laptop computer each, with candidates of other professional courses including medical sciences and accountancy were also sponsored by the state government.
“Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, you may recall that the state government sponsored 233 students mostly from indigent families to study in India. It is with a sense of fulfilment that l inform you that last week, we celebrated the return of 171 fresh graduates in Medicine, Pharmacy, Computer Science, Information Technology, Civil, Mechanical, Agricultural and Petroleum Engineering among others who have just completed their studies in reputable Universities in India, and graduated with flying colours with 62 others still pursuing their studies in line with the duration and other requirements of their courses.
“Today, over 38,000 Yobe state students on government sponsorship are pursuing first degrees, Masters and Doctorate degrees in various universities, Colleges and Polytechnics. Similarly, we have granted scholarships to over 400 students studying in the United Kingdom, Egypt, United States of America, Malaysia, Jordan, Turkey, and Russia among others.
“Let me take this opportunity to sincerely appreciate the good people of Yobe state for supporting our policies and programmes which have contributed immensely to the modest achievements recorded by our administration.
“I want to specifically appreciate our illustrious sons and daughters who are selflessly serving on the Education Trust Fund board. Your prudence in managing the fund to achieve maximum results is worthy of commendation. I hereby reassure you of our support and complete independence to execute your assignment for us to achieve our set goals.
“l will not end this address without expressing my profound gratitude to our elder statesman whose support, cooperation and patriotism have massively contributed to our quest to build a state that guarantees a true sense of belonging and unity.” Said Buni.
Governor Buni speaks on unity of residents in the state as he celebrates Baba Fika as the latest SAN in the state
Troops arrest three ISWAP terrorist logistics suppliers in Kwara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Savannah Shield have arrested three suspected terrorist logistics suppliers in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State.
Security sources said the arrests were made at about 7:35 a.m. on March 15 by troops stationed at a Forward Operating Base in Kaiama.
According to the sources, troops initially apprehended a suspect who was allegedly planning to supply three motorcycles to a terrorist group.
Further investigation led to the arrest of two other suspected terrorists believed to be members of Islamic State West Africa Province/Boko Haram, who had reportedly arrived in Kaiama to receive the motorcycles.
The suspects were said to be planning to transport the motorcycles to terrorists operating in Nuku village.
The suspects are currently in custody while investigations continue.
Troops arrest three ISWAP terrorist logistics suppliers in Kwara
Maiduguri blasts: Police confirm 23 dead, 108 injured as security heightened
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigeria Police Force in Borno State has confirmed that 23 persons were killed and 108 others injured following multiple explosions that rocked Maiduguri on Monday evening, in what authorities described as coordinated suicide attacks.
The incidents, which occurred at about 7:24 p.m., targeted crowded and strategic locations within the metropolis, including the Maiduguri Monday Market, the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, and the Post Office Flyover, Maiduguri.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, preliminary investigations revealed that the explosions were carried out by suspected suicide bombers using improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
The coordinated nature of the attacks, which struck nearly simultaneously across different parts of the city, has raised fresh concerns about evolving tactics by insurgent groups seeking to undermine ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in the North-East.
Zagazola noted that the choice of targets particularly a major market, a hospital vicinity, and a busy flyover suggests an intent to maximise casualties, spread fear, and disrupt socio-economic activities in the state capital.
In response, a combined team of Police Tactical Units, military personnel and other joint security operatives were immediately deployed to the affected areas.
The scenes were swiftly secured and cordoned off, while the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit conducted detailed sweep operations to rule out the presence of additional explosive devices.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Abdulmajid, led a high-level assessment visit to the affected locations, where he commiserated with victims and their families.
He assured residents of the command’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property, noting that enhanced security measures had been activated across the state.
Emergency responders, including the National Emergency Management Agency and the Borno State Emergency Management Agency, worked in coordination with medical teams to evacuate victims to hospitals, where they are currently receiving treatment.
Despite the scale of the attacks, authorities made the efforts to restore normalcy in the affected areas, with security presence significantly increased across Maiduguri and its environs.
Residents have been urged to remain calm but vigilant, particularly in public places, and to promptly report any suspicious movements or objects to security agencies.
The command also commended the resilience and cooperation of residents, reiterating its commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the state.
Maiduguri blasts: Police confirm 23 dead, 108 injured as security heightened
Troops nutrialised several Boko Haram terrorists in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have nutrialised several Boko Haram terrorists after it successfully repelled a terrorist ambush along the Longlari–Kanama road in Yunusari Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 5:23 p.m. on March 14 when troops of the 159 Battalion Nigerian Army, B Company, stationed in Kanama, were returning from a routine patrol.
.According to the sources, the troops were ambushed by suspected terrorists along the Longlari–Kanama road near Mairari village.
The troops engaged the terrorists with heavy fire and neutralized several of them forcing many of them fo flee.
Following the encounter, the soldiers conducted exploitation of the general area to track the fleeing insurgents.
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