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KACRAN raises the alarm over illegal land allocations in Abuja

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KACRAN raises the alarm over illegal land allocations in Abuja

By: Michael Mike

The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has raised the alarm over alleged illegal land allocations and other violations by the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) in Jikwoyi, Karu district of the Federal Capital Territory.

According to a statement issued by the National President of KACRAN, Honourable Khalil Bello,, the violations totally negate the recent commitment to uphold the original master plan of Abuja by the FCT minister.

The statement read: “With utmost respect and humility, KACRAN wishes to once again bring to the attention of the esteemed office of the Honourable Chairman, Abuja Municipal Area Council and public at large, a series of distressing incidents that occurred in the Dagona Area of Jikwoyi in the Karu District.

“Our association has received alarming reports of violations of the Land Use Act by the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) which totally negate the recent FCT Minister, His Excellency Bar. Hon Nyesom Wike’s commitment to uphold the original master plan of Abuja.

“To our dismay, we have been made to understand that the previous council Executive Chairman or the predecessors of the current AMAC chairman, illegally allocated plots within our members’ residential areas, contravening the Land Use Act’s stipulations. This Act acknowledges Nigerians who have resided in a location for over a century as rightful occupants of their residential areas.

“Compounding this issue, the council also moves to block the only solitary access road that connects our members to the FCT, causing severe disruptions to our member’s daily activities. This vital road, tarred by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in 2012, is particularly crucial during the rainy season and at all times.

“These developments have caused a significant amount of distress for our members who have enjoyed a peaceful existence in this area for over a century. Their deep-rooted ancestral heritage in this land, marked by the graves of their forefathers, makes this issue more than a mere inconvenience; it is a matter of their identity and heritage.

“We respectfully call on the Honourable Chairman AMAC and the concerned authorities to urgently; conduct an official visit to the area to assess the situation first-hand, revoke all illegal allocations made by his predecessors within our members’ residential areas, in the interest of equity, justice, and fairness.

“Ensure that no further attempts are made to block the access road that is vital for the daily movement of our members and their neighbours, allocate new plots in unclaimed land to the affected individuals, allowing them to develop these areas without infringing on the rights of others.

“We stand firm in our belief in the rule of law, which stipulates that all Nigerians are equal before the law. We are deeply concerned that our rights and livelihoods are being infringed upon. We trust that this matter will be promptly addressed to prevent potential conflicts and to maintain harmonious relations within our beloved Abuja and Nigeria at large.”

“In conclusion, we want to state that in our earlier submissions of complaint to Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), we attached the necessary supporting documents, including the signatures, places, pictures, and phone numbers of our members for AMAC and other copied authorities’ view and consideration.”

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Less than 24 hours after triple killing, another Fulani youth slain in fresh Plateau attack by Berom Militia

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Less than 24 hours after triple killing, another Fulani youth slain in fresh Plateau attack by Berom Militia

By: Zagazola Makama

Less than 24 hours after three Fulani youths were reportedly killed in an attack in Plateau state, another youth has allegedly been killed and one abducted in targeted attack in Riyom LGA by Birom Militia.

Security and local informants told Zagazola Makama that the latest incident occurred on Feb. 21 in Jol community, where suspected Birom militia members attacked herders, killing one Muhammed Sani, while another victim, identified as Faruq Jamilu, was abducted. An unspecified number of cattle were also reportedly killed or injured during the assault.

The development came barely a day after three youths Tahiru Muhammad, Jibrin Salisu and Abdulmumin Isyak were said to have been ambushed and killed on Feb. 19 while returning from Dorowan Babuje in Barkin Ladi area.

Zagazola report that the earlier attack occurred at about 7:00 p.m. near Jong Fulani community. Sources alleged that the victims were intercepted by armed Birom Militia assailants, and security personnel later recovered spent cartridges and a motorcycle and a bottle of alcohol otherwise known as Goskolo at the scene.

Community representatives alleged that the succession of incidents reflected sustained pattern of attacks targeting pastoral settlements and livestock in parts of the state in recent months.

Zagazola report that repeated cases of attacks and killing, cattle poisoning, rustling and arson had heightened tensions and triggered fears of reprisals across the affected areas while the state government and concerned authorities have done little or nothing to fish out the perpetrators.

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Former CP David Danjuma Auta dies at Air Force Military Hospital, Jos

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Former CP David Danjuma Auta dies at Air Force Military Hospital, Jos

By: Zagazola Makama

A retired Commissioner of Police, CP David Danjuma Auta (Rtd), JP, KSM, KSS, has died.

He passed away on Feb. 19, 2026, at the Air Force Military Hospital, Jos, after a brief illness.

Born on June 11, 1941, CP Auta enlisted in the Nigeria Police Force on Feb. 26, 1962, and served in several capacities, culminating as Commissioner of Police in Ogun State before retiring on Feb. 26, 1997.

He hailed from Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State.

He is survived by his wife and seven children. The corpse has been deposited at the hospital morgue, and burial arrangements will be communicated in due course.

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Five killed, house burnt in cross-border communal attack in Benue

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Five killed, house burnt in cross-border communal attack in Benue

By: Zagazola Makama

Five persons have been killed and a house razed following a late-night attack on Azoke village in Ado Local Government Area of Benue.

Sources said the incident occurred at about 9:00 p.m. on Feb. 19 when suspected assailants from Akparata community in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi allegedly invaded the village.

The victims were identified as Nwefuru Elu, Nwefuru Agnes, Nwali Nworie Christianana, Obasi Nwode and Nwozo Nwode.

It was gathered that the attackers also set ablaze a house belonging to one Elumu Nwokwo during the assault, heightening tension in the area.

Security personnel who responded to a distress alert visited the scene and documented evidence as part of preliminary investigation.

Authorities said efforts were ongoing to apprehend those responsible, while further investigation had commenced to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Residents were urged to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies as measures were being intensified to prevent escalation of violence in the area.

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