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HAJIYA BINTA (DADA) YAR’ADUA:
HAJIYA BINTA (DADA) YAR’ADUA:
Nigeria Has Lost A Colossus, Iconic Woman – President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu
……As VP Shettima leads FG’s delegation to late President Yar’Adua’s mother’s burial
By: Our Reporter
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed the nation’s profound grief over the passing of Hajiya Binta (Dada) Yar’Adua, mother of the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and former Chief of Staff, Supreme Headquarters, Shehu Yar’adua.
As the nation bids farewell to the late revered matriarch of the Yar’Adua family, the President said the passing of Hajiya Yar’Adua who died on Monday night, is a loss not just for the immediate family or Katsina State alone, but it is for the entire nation.
The President spoke on Tuesday through his deputy, Vice President Kashim Shettima who led the federal government’s delegation to the burial of the late Hajiya Binta (Dada) Yar’Adua in Katsina State.
President Tinubu eulogized the late matriarch, describing her as “a colossus and iconic woman.”
The President noted that the loss of Hajiya Yar’Adua had impacted the whole nation, saying, “The loss is not just for the immediate family or Katsina State alone, but it is for the entire nation and all of us.”
He continued: “We are here to express his commitment to the governor, the government and Nigeria as a whole over the loss of the matriarch. We are sympathising with the family over this great loss. She was our mother and our grandmother.
“May Allah grant her soul eternal rest and reward her with Aljannah Firdaus. May Allah give the government, the family and people of Katsina State, the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”
The Vice President was accompanied to the burial by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas; Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa; Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa; former Secretary to Government of the Federation, Ambassador Babagana Kingibe; and Special Adviser to the President on General Duties, Aliyu Modibo.
Other dignitaries at the event included Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda; former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi.
Earlier, Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua, son of the deceased and representative of Katsina Central Senatorial District, paid tribute to his mother’s legacy.
He said, “Our mother was a shining example of kindness, compassion, and piety. Her life was a testament to the values of hard work, dedication, and service to humanity.
“As a devout Muslim, she lived a life of unwavering faith, always seeking the pleasure of Allah (SWT). Her passing leaves a void that can never be filled, but we take comfort in the knowledge that she lived a fulfilling life and left behind a legacy of love, kindness, and generosity,” he added.
HAJIYA BINTA (DADA) YAR’ADUA:
Troops foil kidnap attempt in Kaduna, rescue two victims
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have foiled a suspected kidnapping attempt in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State and rescued two victims with gunshot wounds.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on April 26 when troops deployed at Sanga responded to a distress call regarding the activities of suspected kidnappers along the Kurmin Goro village axis.
The sources disclosed that the armed suspects fled the scene upon sighting the advancing troops, abandoning their mission.
According to the sources, two victims were rescued during the operation, both of whom sustained gunshot wounds.
The victims were immediately evacuated for medical attention.
The sources added that troops have intensified patrols and surveillance in the area to prevent further criminal activity and ensure the safety of residents.
Troops foil kidnap attempt in Kaduna, rescue two victims
Troops repel terrorist infiltration in Borno, neutralise fighters, recover weapons
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, have successfully repelled an attempted infiltration by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Buratai District, Biu Local Government Area of Borno State, neutralising two of the attackers in the process.
According to sources, the attack occurred in the early hours of April 25, 2026, when troops of 135 Special Forces Battalion detected a large number of terrorists attempting to infiltrate their defensive location at LIMA 3 Chara using surveillance systems.
The troops immediately engaged the attackers and held their ground while reinforcement teams swiftly mobilised to the location to support the operation.
The combined response forced the terrorists to withdraw in disarray after a brief but intense firefight. During the exchange, two terrorists were neutralised, while one motorcycle used by the attackers was destroyed. Troops also recovered a cache of ammunition from the scene.
No casualties were recorded on the side of the friendly forces, while the situation remains under close monitoring as exploitation operations continue.
Troops repel terrorist infiltration in Borno, neutralise fighters, recover weapons
Troops Intercept Terrorist Logistics Courier, Recover Ammunition in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 1 Brigade, in collaboration with the Zamfara State Community Protection Guards (ZSCPG), have arrested a suspected terrorist logistics courier in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 2:40 p.m. on April 24 at Lalan Commercial Motor Park in Gusau following credible intelligence.
The suspect was reportedly intercepted while attempting to board a commercial vehicle heading to Shinkafi town.
According to the sources, a search conducted on the suspect led to the discovery of ammunition concealed inside a container of palm oil.
Items recovered include 270 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and 54 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition.
Preliminary investigation reportedly revealed that the suspect received the consignment from an individual identified as Abubakar Danfulani in Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, for onward delivery to TsaiKa village in Shinkafi LGA of Zamfara State.
The suspect is currently in custody of the Joint Investigation and Fusion Centre (JIFC), Operation Forest Yaki, for further investigation and necessary action.
Security authorities said the interception is part of ongoing efforts to disrupt terrorist logistics and arms supply chains across the North-West.
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