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Maiduguri: VP Shettima leads mourners to funeral of Zulum’s mother-in-law
Maiduguri: VP Shettima leads mourners to funeral of Zulum’s mother-in-law
By: Michael Mike
Vice President Kashim Shettima, Borno’s Deputy Governor, Umar Usman Kadafur, Senators, House of Representatives members and other top Government officials on Monday afternoon attended the ‘Janaza’ (funeral prayers) of late Hajiya Fatsuma Kyari, Mother-in-Law to Governor of Borno State, Babagana Umara Zulum.
Late Hajiya Fatsuma Kyari died Monday morning in Abuja after a brief illness. She died at the age of 67. She was mother to Borno first lady, Dr Falmata Babagana Zulum.
The Chief Imam of Borno, Imam Ibrahim Laisu, led the funeral prayers at the first lady’s family compound in Maiduguri on Monday afternoon.
At the funeral were the Minister of Transport, Sa’idu Alkali, Managing Director of Northeast Development Commission, Mohammed Goni Alkali, Secretary to the Borno State Government, Hon Bukat Tijjani,
Vice Chancellor, Borno State University, Professor Umar Kyari Sandabe, amongst other academics.
The Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Elkanemi, led other Emirs, members of the Borno Emirate Council, and Islamic scholars.
Late Hajiya Fatsuma Kyari is survived by seven children.
Maiduguri: VP Shettima leads mourners to funeral of Zulum’s mother-in-law
Body of missing man recovered in kopgai, Mangu LGA, Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
The body of a man reported missing in Kopgai village, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, has been recovered by security operatives.
According to security sources, the corpse of Mr. Abdullahi Mohammed was found buried in a shallow grave along the Gimti River line, between Kopgai and Langai districts, at about 11:00 a.m. on March 25.
The body was exhumed and handed over to the family for proper burial according to Islamic rites, while investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have intensified efforts to safeguard communities and address criminal activities across the state.
Body of missing man recovered in kopgai, Mangu LGA, Plateau
Troops arrest three suspected terrorists’ informants in Bassa, Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested three suspected terrorists’ informants in Agingi area of Bassa Local Government Area in Plateau State.
Security sources said the suspects, Yusuf Hussaini, 18; Saleh Mohammed, 18; and Muazu Yunusa, 19, were apprehended at about 10:30 p.m. on March 25 with three dagger knives in their possession.
The suspects are currently in custody and undergoing investigation, the sources added.
The arrests form part of ongoing intelligence led operations by the troops of Operation Enduring Peace to safeguard communities, curb criminal activities, and ensure the safety of residents across the state.
Troops arrest three suspected terrorists’ informants in Bassa, Plateau
Troops restore calm after clash at Iware market in Taraba
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 114 Battalion, in collaboration with personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and local hunters, have restored calm following a clash at Iware market in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Security sources said the troops responded to a distress call at about 2:45 p.m. on March 24 over a fight involving suspected armed Fulani men celebrating Sallah at the market.
According to the sources, the situation escalated into a disturbance before the arrival of security operatives.
“On arrival, troops discovered one person with injuries and immediately evacuated the victim for medical attention,” the source said.
The sources added that troops, alongside other security personnel, have since dominated the area with aggressive patrols to reassure residents and prevent further breakdown of law and order.
The incident illustrated ongoing efforts by security agencies to maintain peace and respond swiftly to emerging threats in communities across the state.
Residents have been urged to remain law-abiding and cooperate with security agencies to sustain peace.
Troops restore calm after clash at Iware market in Taraba
Body of missing man recovered in kopgai, Mangu LGA, Plateau
Troops arrest three suspected terrorists’ informants in Bassa, Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace repel terrorists’ attack in Plateau
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