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KACRAN Commends Tinubu’s Action on NEDC Board
KACRAN Commends Tinubu’s Action on NEDC Board
By: Michael Mike
Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has commended the presentation for renewal of most of the members of the North East Development Commission (NEDC) by President Bola Tinubu to the National Assembly, insisting that it was in order and reward for a glorious performance.
The National President of the Association, Hon. Khalil Bello in a statement on Tuesday said it is in view of how the management board has worked to bring succour to the zone, that “we of KACRAN strongly commended Mr. President for reappointing most of the members of the Commission’s Management Board as Mr. President has resent their names for confirmation to the National Assembly.”
KACRAN also praised the President for the timely reconstitution of the NEDC Management Board, noting that it was a move in the right direction.
The group explained that this would go a long way to limit the forecasted hardship in the North East, noting that the United Nations had reported that over 4 million people in the North East could be impacted by poverty in 2023.
The NEDC, the group, said would help alleviate the hardship of the people of the area especially following from recent removal of fuel subsidy and subsequent increase in cost of living.
Bello said: “We people of North East deem it necessary to highly applaud President Tinubu reappointment of the members for another four year term to continue with their good work, it is a move in the right direction, because we are fully aware that, nearly all members of Governing Boards and Parastatals of federal government with the exception of very few have been dissolved by Mr. President in his bid to bring sanity in governance, which provided him with over 2000 vacancies ready for his Presidential blessings, but our is an unforgettable gesture.”
He added that: “We are of the view that, their reappointment will bring quick development and consolidation of their previous achievements for the fact that, they know where they stopped and where to continue from, contrary to appointment of fresh members who must start with feasibility study in order to know where to start, which is time and money consuming.”
Bello said “as a matter of utmost importance and going by the financial and economic incapacitation of our people mainly caused by the activities of insurgency and the untold sufferings/hunger that most of the people of the region are battling with, we of KACRAN strongly appeal to our Members of National Assembly to please expedite action on affirming the names under reference.
“We once again appeal to Mr President and our Vice President, Kashim Shettima to kindly involve NEDC in the intended federal and state governments move to introduce palliative that will reduce the hardship associated with the total removal of oil subsidy because they know where the people of grassroots are and going by their historical antecedent, they can easily and effectively provide palliative at the door step of our people.”
KACRAN Commends Tinubu’s Action on NEDC Board
Troops engage armed bandits in heavy gun battle during raid on suspected hideout in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have reportedly engaged armed bandits in a heavy gun battle during a clearance operation at Yankuzo area in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara state.
Security sources said the operation followed aggressive fighting patrol on armed groups into the area, believed to be a stronghold used by suspected bandit elements operating within the axis.
According to the sources, troops advanced into deep into the terrorists enclave of Ado Allero in the early hours of the day and made contact with the armed men, leading to an exchange of fire that lasted for several minutes.
Residents reported heavy gunfire during the confrontation.
Although details of casualties were still being assessed at the time of filing this report, security sources confirmed that troops maintained dominance of the general area and continued pursuit of fleeing armed elements.
Troops engage armed bandits in heavy gun battle during raid on suspected hideout in Zamfara
Troops rescue three kidnapped victims during operation in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued three kidnapped victims during a swift response to a distress call in Kusheri village area of Niger state.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on April 21, 2026, when armed bandits invaded the community and abducted three civilians identified as Abdullahi, Saidu Julfe and Kamilu Joddi.
According to the sources, troops deployed at Forward Operating Base Dokan Karji immediately mobilised after receiving the distress alert and advanced towards the area of operation.
On arrival, the troops discovered that the attackers had already fled the scene with the abducted victims towards the Kafin Gora axis.
The troops subsequently launched a pursuit operation, engaging the fleeing suspects in intermittent contact before successfully rescuing all three hostages unharmed.
The rescued victims were later handed over for medical evaluation and debriefing, while troops withdrew to base after securing the general area.
Security sources confirmed that the situation within the area of responsibility remains calm but unpredictable, adding that patrols and surveillance operations have been intensified to prevent further incidents.
They further noted that troop morale and combat effectiveness remain high as operations continue across vulnerable communities within the state.
Troops rescue three kidnapped victims during operation in Niger State
Troops kill suspected Boko Haram fighter in Yobe, recover rifle, motorcycles
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have killed a suspected Boko Haram insurgent during a confrontation in Lotori-Garbiya village, Tarmuwa Local Government Area of Yobe state.
Sources said the incident occurred on April 20 at about 7:00 p.m. after gunmen suspected to be Boko Haram elements stormed the community and imposed illegal levies on residents.
According to the sources, security forces were swiftly mobilised following a distress call and engaged the attackers in a gun battle.
One of the suspected insurgents was killed during the encounter, while others reportedly fled into surrounding bushes.
The sources said an AK-47 rifle and two Kasea motorcycles were recovered at the scene.
Security authorities confirmed that the area had been placed under close surveillance, while patrols were intensified to prevent further attacks.
They added that efforts were ongoing to track down fleeing members of the group.
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