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Gun trucks Not for Law Abiding Citizens but Criminal Elements- Audi
Gun trucks Not for Law Abiding Citizens but Criminal Elements- Audi
By: Michael Mike
The Commandant General, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Dr. Ahmed Audi has told his men that human rights of all law-abiding Nigerians must be respected, insisting that gun trucks are not acquired to shoot at good civilians but only criminal elements.
The instruction was given on Thursday by the CG at the commissioning of three newly acquired gun trucks by the NSCDC Federal Capital Territory Command and the unveiling of the Special Tactical Squad of the command.
He noted that Nigeria was passing through a period of conflicts which required rugged solutions, hence the need for gun trucks.
He said: “As we all know, Nigeria is passing through asymmetric conflict which requires a rugged solution. The commissioning of these gun trucks is one of the strategic ways and methods of providing solutions to this present challenge.”
Audi warned officers against using the gun trucks to intimidate or harass civilians, insisting that the human rights of every Nigerian must be respected.
He said: “These gun trucks must not be used for the harassment or intimidation of civilians. They must not be used for molestation. You must respect fundamental human rights. These gun trucks should only be used for those idiots who have deprived Nigerians of sleep. You must carry out all these instructions with sister agencies.”
The Commandant of the FCT Command, Olusola Odumosu appreciated Audi for supporting the command with the gun trucks and facilitating the training and retraining of the Squad over the last eight weeks.
Odumosu stated that the command was now positioned to face crimes and criminality head-log in the FCT, adding that “the tactical squad will be strategically positioned within the territory to get rid of criminals.”
“As a command, we will continue to do all that it takes to rid the FCT of criminal elements.”
The commandant, however, appealed to the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike to support the command with more equipment and gadgets to help carry out their duties effectively.
Odumosu appealed, “It may interest you to know that for the corps to be properly positioned for enhanced service delivery, the FCT command needs more operational vehicles, motorcycles, communication gadgets, protective wears and other vital equipment to properly and effectively function.
“The need for effective coverage of various suburbs in the six Area Councils necessitated the above requests.”
He also solicited that relevant departments at the FCT Administration renovate and put the command back in shape.
Wike, who was represented by the Director, Department of Security Services, FCTA, Adamu Gwari pledged support for the command while urging the squad to be at their best.
He said, ‘Wike is ever ready to support our security agencies for optimum performance. To the trained squad, make judicious use of this equipment and contribute your quota to the safety and security of the territory. We want to see the products of your efforts where residents will sleep with their eyes closed. Protect the critical infrastructure of the FCT against vandals.
Earlier, the CG commissioned a newly built furnished accommodation in Kwali Area Council, FCT donated by the Executive Chairman of the council, Hon. Danladi Chiya.
Gun trucks Not for Law Abiding Citizens but Criminal Elements- Audi
Communal clash at illegal mining site leaves five injured in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
A violent clash between residents of Boko and Jaya villages in Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara state has left at least five persons injured following a dispute at a stone mining site.
Sources said the incident occurred on April 20 at about 11:00 a.m. at the Kwanza Stone Mining Site, located between the two communities.
According to the sources, the clash began when members of both villages engaged in illegal mining activities at the site, leading to a disagreement that escalated into violence, with both sides allegedly using firearms.
The sources said the injured victims include Sha’aibu Adamu, 30; Shakiru Suleiman, 26; Kasu Boko, 27; Abdullahi Dahiru, 25; and Ibrahim Usman, 25, all from the affected communities.
They added that the exact number of persons killed could not be immediately confirmed at the time of filing the report.
A joint security team comprising troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA. police personnel and community protection guards was swiftly deployed to the area to restore order.
The injured victims were evacuated to the General Hospital in Kaura Namoda for medical treatment.
Security authorities said normalcy had since been restored in the area, while efforts were ongoing to identify and arrest those involved in the violence.
They also confirmed that investigation into the incident had commenced.
Communal clash at illegal mining site leaves five injured in Zamfara
Security forces foil Kidnapping, flee after alarm in Gombe community
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed men suspected to be kidnappers have attempted to abduct residents in Unguwan Yamma, Amada area of Akko Local Government Area of Gombe state.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 3:20 a.m. when the attackers stormed the residence of one Alhaji Muhammad Abba, who narrowly escaped the attack.
According to the sources, the assailants proceeded to a neighbouring house where they abducted a child after the mother raised alarm.
The sources said the kidnappers, however, abandoned the child and fled the scene following the commotion.
A divisional patrol team, alongside hunters and local vigilantes, was immediately mobilised to the area and is currently on the trail of the suspects.
Police authorities said investigation was ongoing, while efforts had been intensified to apprehend the fleeing attackers and prevent further incidents in the area.
Security forces foil Kidnapping, flee after alarm in Gombe community
Troops engage armed bandits in heavy gun battle during raid on suspected hideout in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have reportedly engaged armed bandits in a heavy gun battle during a clearance operation at Yankuzo area in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara state.
Security sources said the operation followed aggressive fighting patrol on armed groups into the area, believed to be a stronghold used by suspected bandit elements operating within the axis.
According to the sources, troops advanced into deep into the terrorists enclave of Ado Allero in the early hours of the day and made contact with the armed men, leading to an exchange of fire that lasted for several minutes.
Residents reported heavy gunfire during the confrontation.
Although details of casualties were still being assessed at the time of filing this report, security sources confirmed that troops maintained dominance of the general area and continued pursuit of fleeing armed elements.
Troops engage armed bandits in heavy gun battle during raid on suspected hideout in Zamfara
Communal clash at illegal mining site leaves five injured in Zamfara
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