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Inaccessibility to Water, Major Problem of Livestock and Herders- KACRAN
Inaccessibility to Water, Major Problem of Livestock and Herders- KACRAN
By: Michael Mike
Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has identified lack of access to water as one of the major problems of animal production in Nigeria and the reason for migration of livestock and subsequent clashes of herders/farmers in the country.
The National President of KACRAN, an herders association, Hon Khalil Bello said this while expressing appreciation to the North East Development Commission (NEDC) for providing several water points in the North East both for the residents be livestocks.
Mohammed, in a statement on Sunday, said: “The Commission’s determination to end the lingering water problem make us, the Herders and our host communities to consider NEDC as a blessing to us, because apart from providing water to our people, the Commission is also working assiduously to bring several important social services to our door steps.”
He said: “We are on the strong view that, water scarcity is the major problem of animal production in most of the Northern States of the country, which means that
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provision of several water points by the Commission will end the unnecessary sufferings our people face for over hundred years due to either scarcity or lack of potable drinking water, which in some cases force our people to migrate from one place to another in search of it.
“A solution to Herders water problem is a solution to most of their problems because no matter how we are in the lean dry period, if there is availability of water for our consumption and that of our animals, our problem is over as per our pastoral occupation is concern.”
He said: “Similarly, we want to thank the Federal Government under the able leadership of His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari and Honourable members of our National Assembly for creating the Commission to steadily develop the highly devastated region and passionately appeal to our able and esteemed members to throughly assess and fully consider the multiple important responsibilities the Commission is shouldering on its neck, and as a matter of utmost importance fund it adequately and release the money on time to enable it perform excellently.
He added that: “Our appeal is necessitated due to the fact that, we fully observed that NEDC is playing a vital role towards reducing the problem of insurgency and other social vices by providing timely, much desired necessary assistance to the victims of insurgency as well as empowering and supporting them which are so helpful in building new hope in the minds of the affected victims of the insurgency.”
He noted that by given the Commission all administrative and enough cash backing will enable it to continue moving in the right direction and drastically reduce the tension in the entire North East sub-region and its neighbouring areas.
Inaccessibility to Water, Major Problem of Livestock and Herders- KACRAN
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Multiple Casualties as Escalating Rivalry Between Boko Haram, ISWAP Spreads to North West, North Central
Multiple Casualties as Escalating Rivalry Between Boko Haram, ISWAP Spreads to North West, North Central
By: Zagazola Makama
Clashes between Boko Haram factions Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati Wal-Jihad (JAS) and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have intensified in the Lake Chad region, leading to significant casualties on both sides.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama,
that the renewed hostilities stem from ideological and territorial disputes, as ISWAP continues to push for stricter governance under Islamic law, while JAS maintains a more localized insurgency approach.
In a bid to reconcile the groups, Bakura Doro, alias Abu Ummaima, reportedly wrote to the ISWAP Shura Council seeking negotiations, but the effort collapsed, leading to more violent engagements.
The fighting is not confined to the Lake Chad Basin alone; the rivalry has extended into Nigeria’s North West and North Central regions, where extremist groups are vying for dominance over smuggling routes, recruitment bases, and local sympathizers.
Beyond the Lake Chad region, the rivalry between Boko Haram and ISWAP has spilled over into the North West and North Central, where the extremist groups are clashing with bandit factions over control of resources and territory.
Recent intelligence suggests that Bakura-led Boko Haram cells in Kwarangal, Ali Mondula, and Libi Soro are sending trained fighters in batches of 15 to reinforce Saddiku-led camps in Niger State.
These fighters, under the supervision of a lieutenant named Mallam Bara, are being deployed to counter the growing influence of the notorious bandit-turned-warlord, Dogo Gide.
Dogo Gide, originally affiliated with Boko Haram, later broke away and established his own faction in the North West and North Central regions. He has since vowed to protect local communities from Boko Haram and ISWAP attacks, further complicating the security situation.
His forces have been engaged in violent clashes with Boko Haram elements attempting to expand their influence in areas such as Madawaki and Allawa in Niger State.
Intelligence reports indicate that JAS is planning a high-level strategic meeting from Feb. 22-23 in Toumbun Allura, Abadam LGA, to discuss launching coordinated attacks on both military positions and ISWAP strongholds. The meeting is expected to bring together senior militant leaders from Niger, Chad, and Cameroon.
Meanwhile, Boko Haram has been regaining control over dismantled ISWAP camps in northern Lake Chad, raising concerns about potential attacks on military bases in the region.
The failed peace talks between JAS and ISWAP have led to intensified hostilities, which may paradoxically weaken both groups and create opportunities for counterterrorism forces to exploit their divisions.
Multiple Casualties as Escalating Rivalry Between Boko Haram, ISWAP Spreads to North West, North Central
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NAF Airstrikes Decimate Kachallah Haru’s Hideouts, kill scores in Eastern Shinkafi, Zamfara
NAF Airstrikes Decimate Kachallah Haru’s Hideouts, kill scores in Eastern Shinkafi, Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has carried out heavy airstrikes on bandits’ camps in the eastern part of Shinkafi Local Government Area, neutralizing several armed criminals and destroying their hideouts.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the air raids targeted the residence of a notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Haru, in Katsira Forest, extending to Fakai Forest, known to harbor armed groups terrorizing communities in the region.
Security on the ground confirmed that multiple bandits were neutralized in the air bombardment, while their livestock and logistics were destroyed.
A senior military officer disclosed that surveillance operations were still ongoing to track and eliminate fleeing bandits.
The Nigerian Armed Forces have vowed to continue their offensive against terrorists and bandits, ensuring peace and security in the region.
NAF Airstrikes Decimate Kachallah Haru’s Hideouts, kill scores in Eastern Shinkafi, Zamfara
Kidnappers Abduct 60-Year-Old Woman from Kano Hospital
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected kidnappers have abducted a 60-year-old woman, Talatu Ali, from the Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Dawanau in Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area (LGA), Kano State, while she was awaiting medical consultation.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the victim had been brought to the hospital by her son, Nasiru Aliyu, and her cousin, Aliyu Garba, both from Yar Gaya Village in Dawakin Kudu LGA, on February 19, 2025, at about 8:30 a.m.
While on the queue for consultation, they suddenly discovered that she had disappeared.
All efforts to locate her within the hospital premises proved abortive, prompting the family to report the case at the Dawanau Divisional Police Headquarters.
On February 21, 2025, at about 7:00 a.m., Aliyu received a phone call from an unknown number confirming that the victim was in the caller’s custody.
Authorities believe the abductors may have deliberately targeted the hospital, exploiting its vulnerability to infiltrate and take hostages.
The Kano State Police Command confirmed the abduction.
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