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Insecurity: 11 National Parks Receive Patrol Vehicles from ACReSAL
Insecurity: 11 National Parks Receive Patrol Vehicles from ACReSAL
By: Michael Mike
Policing of the nation’s forest to ward off the threats of insurgents, banditry and other criminal activities receive a boost with the donation of Toyota Hilux Vehicles to 11 National Parks in Northern Nigeria.
The donation was made at the weekend by the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) to the National Park Service of Nigeria.
Speaking during the presentation of the 11 vehicles one to each of the 11 national parks in the North by the National Project Coordinator, Mr. Abdulhamid Umar to the Conservator-General of the NPC, Dr Ibrahim Goni, the Minister of Environment, Alhaji Balarabe Lawal said the occasion marked another milestone in our collective efforts to protect and preserve Nigeria’s rich natural resources.
He said: “The handover of these vehicles to the National Park Service of Nigeria is a demonstration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’scommitment to enhancing the capacity of our National Park Service in the task of providing transportation for the Park Ranger Guards, National Park Personnel, Tourists to the Parks, and Researchers.”
He noted that: “Indeed, the deployment of these vehicles will significantly improve the Service’s effectiveness in combating the dangerous trend of poaching and preservation of the wildlife. Improved patrol capacities and real-time monitoring will boost surveillance and rapid response to potential threats to our National Parks located in 11 states.
He added that: “The ACReSAL Project has made tremendous strides in building community resilience and increasing sustainable landscape management practices, aligning perfectly with our ministry’s vision for environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation.”
The Minister said: “Notable achievements of the Project include the development of 6 Strategic Watershed Management Plans, restoration total of 77,271 hectares of degraded landscapes, planted 1,698,694 trees across the 19 participating states of the north and FCT through shelterbelt, woodlot, agro-forestry, and other land restoration activities. Additionally, the project has improved conservation and park management in Yankari Game Reserve, Jos Wildlife Park, Gombe State Department of Forestry, and the National Park Service.
“Furthermore, the ACReSAL project under my leadership as the Chairman of the Federal Steering Committee has procured and distributed ICT equipment to various ministries, departments, and agencies at both federal and state levels, significantly improving operational efficiency and effectiveness. Additionally, office buildings and conference halls of some MDAs are being renovated, providing a more conducive environment for implementing environmental policies, plans, and programs for sustainability of the Project.”
He added that: “A total of 1,003,000 people have benefited from the project since commencement in 2022, with 49% being female. The project has also promoted peace-building and conflict resolution efforts through the engagement of Search for Common Ground.”
On his part, National Project Coordinator for Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL), Mr Abdulhamid Umar said: “We are here to provide succour and direct support for biodiversity and revival of the ecosystem that speaks and take care of fauna and flora.
“We are here because of the standing rules of the national park in providing conservation of international repute.”
He noted that the vehicles would only for resumption of activities in the forest and around the national parks that were disturbed by insurgency and banditry, and subsequently revamp the land affected by deforestation.
The Conservator-General of the National Park Service (NPS), Dr Ibrahim Goni while commending ACReSAL for its gesture, promised that the vehicles would be deployed to good use, he equally assured that the ICT equipment earlier donated by ACReSAL would be used to deliver efficient services in the national parks.
He commended ACReSAL for their support to the Service, while appealing for more of such gestures to be made extended.
Insecurity: 11 National Parks Receive Patrol Vehicles from ACReSAL
Father kills 18-year-old daughter in kano
By: Zagazola Makama
A 60-year-old man, Adamu Mohammed, has allegedly killed his 18-year-old daughter, Zainab Adamu, during a domestic altercation at their residence in Dawakin Dakata Quarters, Kano.
Zagazola Makama learnt that the tragic incident reportedly occurred around 5:00 a.m. on Monday, when the father struck the young girl with a hard object, leaving her unconscious. A concerned resident raised an alarm about two hours later, leading to swift action by members of the community.
The sources said that the scene was promptly visited by the police. The unconscious victim was rushed to Sir Sunusi Specialist Hospital, where she was later confirmed dead by a medical doctor.
The remains of the deceased have been released to her family for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.
Police sources said that the suspect has been taken into custody while investigation is ongoing to determine the motive behind the act.
Community sources described the incident as deeply shocking and called for increased awareness and intervention to address the rising cases of domestic violence, particularly those involving family members.
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Police foil kidnapping attempt in katsina, rescue three women and baby
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police in Katsina has foiled a kidnapping attempt in Mazare village, Sabuwa Local Government Area, rescuing three women and a baby girl unhurt during a gun battle with suspected bandits.
It was gathered that the incident occurred at about 12:21 a.m. on June 17 when armed men suspected to be bandits stormed the village and attempted to abduct residents.
Police sources said that upon receiving the distress call, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Sabuwa mobilized and led a team of officers in Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) patrol vehicles to the scene, where they engaged the assailants in a fierce gun duel.
“During the confrontation, the operatives successfully rescued three women and an infant girl who were taken by the bandits. Two residents Saidu Isa, and Saidu Wa’alam, sustained injuries during the attack and were rushed to Haske Private Hospital, Sabuwa, for medical attention.
The sources efforts are being sustained to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects and restore calm to the affected community.
Police foil kidnapping attempt in katsina, rescue three women and baby
Security forces rescue four abducted illegal miners in Zamfara, others still in captivity
By: Zagazola Makama
Atleast four abducted youths were rescued following a swift joint operation involving the troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, police personnel, members of the Civilian Protection Group (CPG), and local hunters.
Zagazola Makama was informed that the incident occurred on June 17, when eight boys from Alasanawa village in Moriki District, Zurmi Local Government Area, were reportedly abducted by armed bandits while engaging in illegal mining activities in Alawa bush, near the notorious Hawan Bakwai black spot.
The operatives engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, successfully rescuing four of the abducted boys while efforts are ongoing to secure the release of the remaining four victims still held in captivity.
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