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Kaneem Borno Cultural Summit: Zulum, Buni Attends Durbar Procession

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Kaneem Borno Cultural Summit: Zulum, Buni Attends Durbar Procession

By: Babagana Wakil

Governors of Borno, Babagana Umara Zulum, and Yobe, Mai Mala Buni, on Sunday, attended a grand durbar procession commemorating a 3-day Kaneem Borno International Summit held in Maiduguri.

The summit brought together prominent leaders from across several countries including Chad, Niger, Sudan, Cameroon, Libya, Benin, Central African Republic among other nations.

The Kaneem Borno Empire was one of the most respected and powerful kingdoms before the advent of western colonialism. It has survived over one thousand years and has occupied a coveted place in the world of civilization.

The summit which started on Friday and ends Sunday also featured a special prayer session, traditional horse riding (Garlaf) and Kaneem Cultural Summit colloquium.

Several Islamic scholars from different countries were among those who attended the prayer session which took place at Shehu of Borno’s palace mosque on Friday.

The summit also provided a platform for showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Kaneem Borno region, with vibrant displays of traditional music, dance and crafts.

Among the dignitaries were the Deputy Governor of Borno, Umar Usman Kadafur, the Minister of Art, Culture and Creative Economy, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, the Senator representing Borno Central, Kaka Shehu Lawan, the Deputy National Chairman of APC (North), Ali Bukar Dalori, and the former Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba Alkali.

Traditional rulers from Yobe, Bauchi, Nasarawa and Sultan of N’Djmena joined the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Umar Garbai Elakanemi, who led other Emirs from Borno to attend the occasion.

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Bandits kill seven, abduct three in Sabon Birni border attack in Sokoto

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Bandits kill seven, abduct three in Sabon Birni border attack in Sokoto

By: Zagazola Makama

At least seven persons were killed and three others abducted when armed bandits attacked Kyara village, a remote border community in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, in the early hours of Thursday.

Sources said the attack occurred at about 4:00 a.m. in the village, which lies close to the Niger Republic border and has no mobile phone network coverage.

The bandits, who were said to be in large numbers and armed with sophisticated weapons, stormed the community, shooting sporadically and causing panic among residents.

During the attack, seven persons were shot dead, while two others sustained gunshot injuries. Three villagers were also kidnapped, and an unspecified number of domestic animals were rustled.

Joint security forces were immediately deployed to the area after the incident was reported. On arrival, they evacuated the corpses and the injured victims to a hospital for autopsy and medical treatment.

Troops have since launched a manhunt for the attackers with a view to rescuing the abducted victims, recovering the rustled livestock and arresting those responsible.

Confidence-building patrols are currently ongoing in and around Kyara village to reassure residents and prevent further attacks.

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Five injured in suspected IED blast on Bukuyum road in Zamfara

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Five injured in suspected IED blast on Bukuyum road in Zamfara

By: Zagazola Makama

Five persons have been seriously injured following a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) explosion along the Takalafiya–Gadar Zaima Road in Bukkuyum Local Government Area (LGA) of Zamfara State.

Sources said the incident occurred at about 11:30 a.m. on Thursday when a motorcycle conveying five passengers ran into an explosive device believed to have been planted by armed bandits targeting security patrols in the area.

The device detonated on contact, causing a loud explosion that severely damaged the motorcycle and left all five occupants with serious injuries.

Following the incident, security operatives immediately closed the road to traffic and advised residents to stay away from the area pending a thorough safety assessment.

The injured victims were evacuated to the General Hospital, Gummi, where they are currently receiving medical treatment.

Movement along the Takalafiya–Gadar Zaima axis remains restricted as security agencies continue to monitor the situation and clear the area of any further threats.

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Three killed in fatal road accident at gaggaba village in Borno

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Three killed in fatal road accident at gaggaba village in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

At least three persons were killed in a fatal motor vehicle accident at Gaggaba Village, Fune Local Government Area of Borno State, early Wednesday morning.

Sources said the accident occurred around 1:20 a.m. when a Daf trailer with registration number DAL 964 YY, driven by Mal. Abubakar, 35, of Maiduguri, traveling from Lagos to Maiduguri, was involved in a collision with a Mitsubishi Canter truck, registration XA 437 NNR, driven by Salisu Ibrahim of Dirra Village, Fune LGA.

The Canter reportedly veered at full speed from its lane and rammed into the Daf trailer, causing the trailer driver and two passengers to fall unconscious. They were immediately rushed to General Hospital Damagum, where the driver and two passengers were pronounced dead by medical personnel.

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