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Gunmen attack Fulani settlement in Niger, rustle 200 sheep, injure herder
Gunmen attack Fulani settlement in Niger, rustle 200 sheep, injure herder
By: Zagazola Makama
Unidentified armed men have attacked a Fulani temporary settlement along the Kontagora–Makera Road in Niger State, rustling about 200 sheep and injuring a herder in the process.
Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred at about 11 p.m. on Feb. 2.
Sources said that the attack was reported at about 8:30 a.m. on Feb. 3 by the District Head (Sarkin-Udawa), Mallam Mustapha Sani, at the ‘B’ Division Police Station in Kontagora.
According to the sources, the gunmen stormed the Fulani settlement and opened fire, shooting Dahiru Daudu, a 44-year-old man from Gada Local Government Area of Sokoto State, on the hand before making away with about 200 sheep.
“Upon receipt of the report, security forces visited the scene, and the injured victim was rushed to General Hospital, Kontagora, where he is currently responding to treatment,” the sources stated.
The sources said investigations had commenced to track down the attackers and recover the stolen livestock.
Residents have been urged to remain vigilant and to promptly report suspicious movements to security agencies as efforts continue to curb cattle rustling and violent crimes in the area.
Gunmen attack Fulani settlement in Niger, rustle 200 sheep, injure herder
Zulum Condemns Maiduguri Explosion, Calls for Calm, Vigilance in Worship, Public Places
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has condemned in the strongest terms the explosion that occurred in some parts of the metropolis on Monday evening.
Zulum, who is currently in Saudi Arabia for the Lesser Hajj, described the attack as despicable, cruel, and cowardly, targeting innocent people in the holy month of Ramadan.
In a statement, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Dauda Iliya, called for increased vigilance and heightened security measures, particularly in places of worship, as the festive period beckons.
“I am deeply saddened by the explosions that occurred in parts of the metropolis on Monday evening.
My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims and those injured as a result of the blast. The act is utterly condemnable, barbaric, and inhumane,” said Zulum.
He added, “The recent surge in attacks is not unconnected with intense military operations in the Sambisa forest and other hideouts of the insurgents.
The Governor, therefore, assured people of the state that the military and other security agencies are on top of the situation, as adequate measures have been taken to forestall any security breach in Maiduguri and the entire state.
He called on residents to remain calm, go about their usual activities, and report any suspicious movement or activity to security agencies.
Zulum Condemns Maiduguri Explosion, Calls for Calm, Vigilance in Worship, Public Places
GOC 8 Division visits troops in Kebbi, urges vigilance in operations
By: Zagazola Makama
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander Sector 2 of Operation Fansan Yamma, Maj. Gen. PB Koughna, has conducted a familiarisation visit to troops deployed in parts of Kebbi State.
During the visit on March 15, the GOC inspected troops of CSI Battalion III at the Forward Operating Base Dirin Daji in Sakaba area of Zuru Local Government Area, as well as personnel of 223 Light Tank Battalion in the state.
The GOC was received by the Commanding Officers of the units, who briefed him on their operational activities and security situation within their areas of responsibility.
Addressing the troops, Maj. Gen. Koughna urged them to remain vigilant, committed and professional in the discharge of their duties.
He also held an operational meeting with the unit commanders, during which issues relating to ongoing operations and prevailing security challenges within their areas of responsibility were discussed.
The visit ended without incident.
GOC 8 Division visits troops in Kebbi, urges vigilance in operations
Troops rescue kidnap victim during search operation in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Safe Haven have rescued a kidnap victim during a search-and-rescue operation in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, security sources said.
The sources said the troops from Sector 6 responded to a report of kidnapping activities at about 7:30 a.m. on March 15 along the Manchok–Jos Road.
Following the report, the troops conducted a search-and-rescue operation within the general area and successfully rescued the victim.
The victim has since been debriefed by the troops to obtain information that could aid follow-up operations aimed at apprehending the perpetrators.
Troops have continued to intensify patrols in the area to prevent further criminal activities.
Troops rescue kidnap victim during search operation in Plateau
Zulum Condemns Maiduguri Explosion, Calls for Calm, Vigilance in Worship, Public Places
GOC 8 Division visits troops in Kebbi, urges vigilance in operations
Troops rescue kidnap victim during search operation in Plateau
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