Gombe guber: APC clears Gwamna to contest in 2027

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially cleared Dr Jamil Isyaku Gwamna to participate in the forthcoming gubernatorial race in Gombe State.

This is contained in a press statement issued to journalists in Gombe on Saturday by Mr Ibrahim Sani Shawai, the media aide to Dr Gwamna.

According to the statement, the screening took place today at Kaduna State Governor’s Lodge, Plot 37,Jose Marti Street, Asokoro, Abuja and was
conducted in line with the provisions of the party’s constitution and internal guidelines governing the nomination process.

The statement read that the screening committee headed by Dr Benjamin Obi Nwoye stated that Gwamna had satisfactorily fulfilled all constitutional and procedural requirements necessary to participate in the party’s governorship process ahead of the upcoming elections.

Responding shortly after the screening, Dr Gwamna expressed appreciation to the leadership of the APC for conducting what he described as a transparent, credible, and rigorous exercise aimed at strengthening internal democracy and ensuring quality leadership within the party.

“I am honoured to have successfully gone through this important constitutional process of our great party. This exercise further strengthens confidence in the democratic values and internal structures of the APC,” he stated.

Gwamna reaffirmed his determination to consolidate the developmental strides recorded in Gombe State under the leadership of Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON.

“Our vision is to ensure that, Gombe State works better for every citizen, regardless of background or status. We are committed to building on existing achievements while introducing new ideas that will further improve the lives of our people,” Gwamna added.

The APC governorship candidate also commended the performances of Governor Inuwa Yahaya and Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying their leadership and developmental achievements have continued to strengthen public confidence in the APC at both state and national levels.

According to him, the visible progress recorded under the current administrations would further energise the party’s support base and make the APC’s campaign message more compelling to the people.

Gwamna also called on party members and supporters to remain united, disciplined, and focused, stressing that the success of the APC in Gombe State depends on collective effort, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to progress.

Gombe guber: APC clears Gwamna to contest in 2027

One killed, five injured during violent clash at peace meeting in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

A peace meeting between local residents and Fulani community members in Pankshin Local Government Area of Plateau State turned violent on Thursday, leaving one person dead and five others injured after youths allegedly attempted to disarm soldiers deployed to maintain security during the engagement.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. on May 7 at Mier village, where troops of Sector 8 under Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), deployed at Fier guard post, had organised a stakeholders’ meeting aimed at easing tensions between locals and Fulani residents in the area.

The sources said the meeting was part of ongoing confidence-building and peace restoration efforts by security forces following recent incidents of communal violence, cattle rustling, reprisal attacks, and growing mistrust between farming and pastoral communities across parts of Plateau State.

According to the sources, the meeting was progressing peacefully before a group of agitated youths reportedly became hostile and attempted to forcefully seize the rifles of two soldiers providing security at the venue.

“The situation suddenly turned violent when some youths moved aggressively toward the troops and attempted to disarm two soldiers,” a security source said.

The source added that amid the struggle and confusion, one of the soldiers discharged his weapon in self-defence to prevent the mob from overpowering the troops.

Following the incident, one local resident sustained fatal injuries and was later confirmed dead, while four other civilians and one soldier were injured during the confrontation.

The injured persons were immediately evacuated to nearby medical facilities for treatment, while the corpse of the deceased was deposited at the General Hospital morgue in Pankshin.

Security operatives subsequently reinforced the area to prevent further breakdown of law and order, while efforts were intensified to calm tensions among residents.

The four youths who attacked the soldiers were arrested.

The latest violence occurred amid heightened security concerns and recurring communal clashes across Plateau State, where troops of Operation Enduring Peace have continued to conduct patrols, peace engagements, arrests, and intelligence-driven operations to contain reprisals and attacks involving armed militias, bandits, and cattle rustlers.

Military and community leaders have repeatedly urged residents to avoid taking the law into their hands and to cooperate with security agencies to sustain peace efforts across the state.

One killed, five injured during violent clash at peace meeting in Plateau

ISWAP suffer losses after failed attack on Buni Gari

By: Zagazola Makama

ISWAP terrorists suffered heavy losses in the early hours of Thursday after troops of Operation HADIN KAI repelled an attack on Headquarters 27 Brigade, Buni Gari, and a nearby checkpoint in Yobe State.

The terrorists had launched a coordinated assault at about 2:00 a.m. from multiple directions but were stopped by troops who held their ground and responded with superior firepower.

The Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI, Lt.-Col. Sani Uba, said the attackers were forced to retreat after coming under intense resistance.

He said several of the terrorists were neutralised during the encounter, while others fled with injuries.

“Exploitation of the general area confirmed the recovery of terrorist corpses and weapons in bushes and along withdrawal routes,” Uba said.

He added that traces of blood were found along escape routes, indicating that the fleeing attackers sustained significant injuries.

Uba explained that air support from the Air Component Command provided surveillance coverage during the operation, helping troops track movement of retreating fighters.

He said precision air interdiction was also carried out on confirmed fleeing elements, further increasing the losses suffered by the attackers.

Recovered items include AK-47 rifles, machine guns, RPG tubes, ammunition, magazines and other military-grade weapons used in the failed assault.

He said troops, working with hybrid forces, are continuing clearance operations in the area to prevent regrouping of the attackers.

Uba also confirmed that two soldiers died during the encounter, while wounded personnel are receiving treatment and are in stable condition.

He said Operation HADIN KAI remains committed to sustaining pressure on terrorist groups and denying them freedom of action in the North-East.

ISWAP suffer losses after failed attack on Buni Gari