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KACRAN raises the alarm over illegal land allocations in Abuja
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.”
KACRAN raises the alarm over illegal land allocations in Abuja
Police recover 15 rustled cows in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police Command in Zamfara says its operatives have recovered 15 cows rustled by armed bandits during an attack on Gidan Kwagiri village in Damba District of Gusau Local Government Area.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 1:30 a.m. on Feb. 15 when the bandits invaded the community and carted away cows and sheep belonging to residents.
According to the sources, upon receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of Damba Division mobilised personnel alongside patrol teams from the Department of Operations to pursue the attackers.
The team was said to have successfully recovered 15 cows, which were subsequently handed over to their owners.
Efforts, however, are ongoing to track down the suspects and recover the remaining rustled animals, while security patrols have been intensified in the area to forestall further attacks.
Police recover 15 rustled cows in Zamfara
Operation Whirl Stroke arrests cow rustling suspects fuelling violence in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF) Operation WHIRL STROKE have arrested suspects linked to cattle rustling in Benue State, following two separate security incidents in Guma Local Government Area.
Security sources said that on Feb. 15, troops responded to an attack on herders at Amua Village, located between Daudu and Umenger/Ukpiam. The attack left one herder dead, while another sustained gunshot wounds and was evacuated to Keana in neighbouring Nasarawa State for urgent medical attention. The remains of the deceased were handed over to community representatives for burial according to local customs.
In a related operation on the same day, troops stationed at Ukpiam acted on intelligence provided by vigilant youths concerning suspected cattle rustling. The troops arrested a 23-year-old suspect, Terngu Aondohemba, who reportedly confessed to killing two cattle belonging to Fulani herders. He also implicated two accomplices, Akpehe and Ashinge, who are still at large.
Further investigation led security operatives to Korje Village in Daudu, where Mrs. Mercy Onban, wife of the alleged buyer of the stolen meat, was apprehended along with the recovered meat exhibits. Both suspects remain in custody pending further investigation.
The Force Commander of the Joint Task Force, Major General Moses Gara, condemned the attacks and criminality, affirming the commitment of Operation WHIRL STROKE to halting killings and cattle rustling in the Joint Operations Area.
He urged community leaders to strengthen collaboration with security agencies, stressing that timely intelligence sharing is critical to restoring lasting peace. Major General Gara also reassured law-abiding residents of the strong resolve of the Joint Task Force to protect lives and property across the region.
Operation Whirl Stroke arrests cow rustling suspects fuelling violence in Benue
Federal Government arraigns Nasir El-Rufai over alleged phone interception
By: Zagazola Makama
The Federal Government has charged former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, before the Federal High Court, Abuja, over alleged unlawful interception of phone communications belonging to the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu.
Court documents showed that El-Rufai, 65, appeared as a guest on Arise TV’s Prime Time Programme on Feb. 13, 2026, where he reportedly admitted to involvement in the interception and to knowing individuals who carried out the act without reporting them to security agencies.
The charges, filed under TABU DET CR/99/2026, include: Count One, Allegedly admitting during the television interview that he and his associates unlawfully intercepted the phone communications of the National Security Adviser, contrary to Section 12 (1) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Amendment Act, 2024.
Count Two, Allegedly stating that he knew individuals who unlawfully intercepted the same communications but failed to report them, in violation of Section 27(b) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Amendment Act, 2024. Count Three, Allegedly using technical systems to compromise public safety and national security, and instilling apprehension among Nigerians, in breach of Section 131(2) of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003.
The case, filed by a team of Federal Government lawyers led by ME Ernest, OM Owan, UM Bulla, CS Eze, and VE G. Orubor, is set to proceed with investigations and trial proceedings.
Authorities said the matter falls under the jurisdiction of the Abuja Judicial Division of the Federal High Court, where the accused will be required to respond to the charges.
The trial is expected to attract significant public attention given the high-profile nature of the accused and the sensitive security issues involved.
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