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‎Governor Alia Condoles the NUJ over the demise of Achigbe and Acka

By: Bodunrin Kayode
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‎The Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has expressed deep shock and sadness over the news of the passing of Comrades Damien Achigbe and Kundushima Acka of the Benue council of the Nigerian Union of journalists (NUJ).

He regretted that the two prominent members of the media community in Benue State had contributed immensely to the development of the state and their profession

A release by Tersoo Kula the spokesman of the Governor noted that
Comrade Damian Achigbe, was a veteran journalist who was a shining example of a professionalism in the state while Kundushima Acka, was the prolific Publisher of On-Tiv International Magazine before his demise.

‎Aliya described the late Achigbe as a fearless journalist, mentor, and advocate for developmental journalism, whom he says remained dedicated to the noble cause of the profession until his final days.

‎The Governor noted that Acka was not only a journalist but a grassroot politician, leader and publisher, who was the voice of the Tiv nation, whose contributions to community development and the media landscape will be fondly remembered.

His death, the Governor stressed, “is a painful loss to the people of Logo Local Government, the NUJ family,” and the state at large.

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‎While commiserating with their immediate families, the Benue State Council of the NUJ, and the wider media community, Alia prayed God Almighty to grant the departed soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn these irreparable losses.

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‎Governor Alia Condoles the NUJ over the demise of Achigbe and Acka

VP Shettima Mourns Borno Attack Victims, Assures Enhanced Military Operations Against Terrorists

By: Our Reporter

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep condolences to the government and people of Borno State over the recent terrorist attack that claimed many lives in Darajamal community, Bama Local Government Area.

The Vice President reiterated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive to the Armed Forces to review security operations, including the deployment of advanced military hardware and surveillance equipment to eliminate terrorist groups across the country.

Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum had on Saturday visited Darajamal community to condole the families of the victims —including civilians and soldiers— killed by Boko Haram insurgents on Friday night.

In his condolence message on Monday, VP Shettima described the incident as a profound loss to both the state and the nation.

“I extend my heartfelt condolences to Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, the people of Borno State, and the Nigerian military over the tragic loss of our compatriots. These deaths have left the entire nation in collective grief, but we are confident that justice will be served for the bereaved families,” the Vice President stated.

VP Shettima expressed confidence in the Armed Forces’ capacity to overcome the security challenges facing the state, citing President Tinubu’s approval for the acquisition of additional drones and his directive for all security agencies to intensify and review their operational strategies.

The Vice President highlighted the federal government’s consideration of establishing state police, emphasizing President Tinubu’s position that security challenges in some Nigerian states require specialized units that understand local terrain, culture, and can effectively network at the grassroots level.

He offered prayers for the bereaved families and assured both the state government and affected families of continued federal government support in addressing the security situation.

VP Shettima Mourns Borno Attack Victims, Assures Enhanced Military Operations Against Terrorists

Bandits ambush C-Watch operatives in Katsina, kill 8, burn patrol vehicles

By: Zagazola Makama 

Suspected bandits have ambushed operatives of the C-Watch security outfit in Dandume Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing eight persons and setting two patrol vehicles ablaze.

The incident happened late Friday night when gunmen invaded a village near Dandume around midnight.

Residents said C-Watch operatives responded to a distress call and rescued eight villagers who had earlier sustained gunshot injuries during the attack.

However, on their way back, the operatives reportedly ran into an ambush by the bandits, who opened fire on them, killing the rescued victims and burning two patrol vehicles belonging to the security outfit.

Bandits ambush C-Watch operatives in Katsina, kill 8, burn patrol vehicles