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Kadafur commissions four blocks of classrooms built by Vitafoam Company
Kadafur commissions four blocks of classrooms built by Vitafoam Company
By: Bulma Talba
Commends Vitafoam for it’s Corporate Social Responsibility Objective.
Borno State Government has commended Vitafoam Nigeria PLC for considering Borno under their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives towards the development of Education in the State .
Borno State Deputy Governor H.E Umar Usman Kadafur commended the organization for the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives it has put in place for the successful construction and handing over of four beffiting blocks of classrooms at Budum Primary School in MMC as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility Objectives of Vitafoam group
The deputy governor made the commendation during the formal handing over of the newly constructed four blocks of classrooms to Borno State by the representatives of the Vitafoam Nigeria PLC, Group Managing Director, Mr Taiwo Adeniyi at Budum Primary School in Maiduguri
The deputy governor said Vitafoam Nigeria PLC is one of the leading
foam manufacturer of first choice, manufacturing and distributing quality mattresses, pillows, foams, beds, bedding, duvets, bedsheets among others and over the years it has been performing it’s Corporate Social Responsibility excellently .
The deputy governor assured them of the state government’s readiness to partner with Vitafoam Company to support business groups or individuals who are willing or interested in doing business with the company .
Alhaji Umar Usman Kadafur used the occasion to appeal to other companies to emulate the good gesture done by Vitafoam Nigeria PLC
towards the development of education in the state especially at this trying time of recovery process.
He equally appealed to the company to expand its base in the state with a view to providing job opportunities for the teeming youths in the state.
The Group Managing Director of Vitafoam Nigeria PLC, Mr Taiwo Adeniyi said the pilot project was constructed by Vitafoam Nigeria PLC as a token of endorsement and support for the state government’s education policy and in honour of an illustrious son of the the state, late Mr Abbagana Mohammed Abatca who until his death served the Company meritoriously as the Vitafoam Nigeria PLC group technical development director.
The representative of the Vitafoam Nigeria PLC led by Mr Taiwo Adeniyi were earlier at the government house for a courtesy visit where they commended Borno State Government under the leadership of Prof Babagana Umara Zulum for his developmental effort and appreciates all the support assistance they have been receiving from the government
Highlight of the occasion is the commissioning of the project by H.E the deputy governor in company of Member House of Assembly representing Biu,and Kukawa, Commissioners of Local Government and Emirate affairs, Special duties and intergovernmental affairs, Deputy chief of staff and Permanent Secretary Ministry of Education as well as some politicians among others.
Kadafur commissions four blocks of classrooms built by Vitafoam Company
Troops arrest two suspected drug peddlers in Abia raid
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army operating under Operation UDO KA have arrested two suspected drug peddlers during a raid in Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State.
Security sources disclosed that the operation was conducted at about 6:00 p.m. on March 14 by troops of the 145 Battalion (Rear) under Operation Crush, Sector 1.
According to the sources, the troops carried out a targeted raid on a suspected drug peddlers’ hideout located along Bende Road following credible intelligence about illicit drug activities in the area.
During the operation, two suspects were apprehended while in possession of substances suspected to be psychotropic drugs.
The troops recovered the exhibits at the scene and secured the area before concluding the operation.
Military authorities said the suspects and the recovered items had been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) command in Umuahia for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security officials noted that the operation formed part of ongoing efforts by security agencies to curb criminal activities within the state.
They reiterated the commitment of troops to sustain intelligence-driven operations in collaboration with relevant law enforcement agencies to ensure a safe and secure environment for residents
Troops arrest two suspected drug peddlers in Abia raid
Troops rescue six kidnapped victims after gun battle with terrorists in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 1 Division Nigerian Army under Operation FANSAN YANMA have rescued six kidnapped victims after engaging suspected terrorists in a gun battle in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the rescue operation followed credible intelligence on the movement of armed terrorists suspected to be transporting abducted victims through forest routes in the area.
According to the sources, troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Gurara, under Sub-Sector 4 of Operation FANSAN YANMA, responded swiftly to the intelligence at about 7 a.m. on March 14.
The troops subsequently laid an ambush at a suspected crossing point used by the terrorists around Sabon Kurutu Village in Kachia LGA.
“During the operation, troops made contact with the terrorists and engaged them in a fierce gun battle. The criminals, overwhelmed by the superior firepower of the troops, fled into the surrounding bush, abandoning some items,” the source said.
Following the engagement, troops combed the general area and successfully rescued six kidnapped victims. However, a seventh victim, a minor, was reported to have died during the crossfire between the troops and the fleeing terrorists.
Troops also recovered three motorcycles believed to have been used by the terrorists during the movement of the abducted victims.
Preliminary interrogation of the rescued victims revealed that they were abducted earlier on March 14 from Janjala Village in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The victims said they had been moved through forest routes by the terrorists before the troops intercepted them.
The rescued victims and the body of the deceased minor were evacuated to Katari Hospital for medical attention and other necessary procedures.
Military sources said families of the rescued victims had been contacted.
The Military said the troops 1 Division Operation FANSAN YANMA and other task force has continued sustained offensives and intelligence-driven operations aimed at dismantling terrorist and bandit networks across the North-West region.
Troops rescue six kidnapped victims after gun battle with terrorists in Kaduna
Civilian JTF operative shoots man in Katsina, arrested
By: Zagazola Makama
A 37-year-old member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) has been arrested after shooting a man during an altercation in Yantumaki town, Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident occurred on Feb. 9 at about 7:30 p.m.
According to the sources, the Civilian JTF operative, Musa Idi, reportedly shot 55-year-old Ummaru Maulaye on his right leg during a confrontation, causing a fracture.
“The incident incited youths in the town who mobilized in an attempt to breach the peace. The DPO promptly responded to pacify the situation,” the sources said.
The victim was taken to the General Hospital in Dutsin-Ma and is currently receiving treatment. The suspect has been taken into custody, and the rifle used in the incident was recovered.
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