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Minister donates 600 bags of rice to flood victims in Edo
Minister donates 600 bags of rice to flood victims in Edo
Mr Clem Agba, the Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, on Sunday distributed 600 bags of rice to victims of flood disaster in Etsako Central and East Local Government Areas of Edo.
Agba, who was represented by one of his associates, Mr Simon Ogie, to coordinate the distribution, said the donation was to ameliorate the suffering of the flood victims.
Agba said the gesture was borne out of his determination to touch the lives of the people of the area and the need to identify with them in their trying period.
According to him, the flood, which ravaged about18 communities had affected many people, therefore the need to assist them.
“I am worried over the incident that affected many residents of the areas, so I decided to provide rice as first form of assistance.
“The rice will be given to any person who is in one way or the other affected by the flood, because, the disaster stopped them from going to their places of business,” he said.
Agba noted that the responsibility of taking care of internally displaced persons must not rest on government alone, but on all patriotic Nigerians who are interested to have a better country.
The minister said the Federal Government was committed to the yearnings and aspirations of the people by giving the affected victims sense of belonging and encouraged them not to be discouraged by their present situation.
“Federal Government had taken several measures to build infrastructure and improve the quality of life of persons that are displaced by the flood.
“Also, the construction of many rural roads across the country under the Federal Government Economic Sustainability Plan (ESP) is designed to check post flood loses and other negative impact,” Agba said.
The Deputy State Chairman of the APC , Mr Jarret Tenebe, commended the minister for alleviating the sufferings of the victims in the affected local government areas.
Tenebe said that the minister had provided the needed representation that would consolidate and continue to ensure the gains of democracy got to the people of Edo.
“Agba is a tested and trusted leader who has provided the needed leadership to the people of the state,” Tenebe said.
He, however, appealed to Nigerians to assist those affected by floods across the country.
“It is time Nigerians ignored their differences and join government, and other organisations to help families hit by the floods,” he said
Some of the beneficiaries who spoke to News Agency of Nigeria commended the minister for the gesture and called on the government, politicians and wealthy individuals to do the same.
One of the victims, Mr John Okhime, thanked Agba for the donation, saying that it would reduce the hardships he was facing after the flood.
Also, Mr Alade Ayegbeni, another victim, said the gesture came at the right time when they were in need of such.
Minister donates 600 bags of rice to flood victims in Edo
Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 71 of Operation Enduring Peace have foiled a kidnapping attempt along a highway in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred at about 12:15 a.m. on May 21 when troops deployed at Ungwan Gora checkpoint responded to distress information on suspected kidnappers operating along the road at Ungwan Dariya village.
The troops reportedly moved swiftly to the location, forcing the suspected kidnappers to abandon their mission and flee into surrounding areas.
During the operation, one victim was rescued with injuries sustained during the attack.
The victim was immediately evacuated to Confidence Hospital, Fadan Karshi, for medical treatment.
Security sources said efforts were ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while patrols had been intensified along the axis to prevent further incidents.
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Suspected Kidnap Collaborator Dies in Custody After Arrest in Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected collaborator of kidnappers has died after becoming unconscious while in military custody in Nasarawa State.
Security sources said troops of Sector 2 under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) intercepted the suspect at about 7:00 a.m. on May 19 at Ancha community in Akwanga Local Government Area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended at Anguwan Makama following allegations of involvement in activities linked to kidnapping operations in the area.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly became unconscious.
He was immediately evacuated to Nunku Primary Health Care Centre for medical attention, where he was confirmed dead by health officials.
Sources added that the remains of the deceased were released to his family for burial in accordance with local customs.
Security authorities said further assessment would continue in line with standard procedures, while operations against kidnapping networks in the area remain ongoing.
Suspected Kidnap Collaborator Dies in Custody After Arrest in Nasarawa
U.S. AFRICOM Delegation Visits Maiduguri, Reaffirms Counterterrorism Cooperation
By: Zagazola Makama
A delegation from the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has visited the Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai in Maiduguri to strengthen ongoing counterterrorism cooperation in the Lake Chad region.
Security sources said the delegation, led by the Deputy Director of Operations/Cyber, Rear Admiral Cameron Chen, arrived at Maimalari Cantonment on May 20, where they were received by the Deputy Theatre Commander, Air Vice Marshal O.F. Akinboyewa.
The visit featured a detailed briefing on the current threat assessment in the North-East and ongoing counterterrorism and counter-insurgency operations across the theatre of operations.
Discussions during the engagement focused on enhancing intelligence sharing, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) support, logistics interdiction, and improved operational coordination within the Lake Chad basin.
The delegation also reviewed ongoing multinational efforts aimed at degrading terrorist capabilities and disrupting logistics networks across the region.
Security sources said both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continued collaboration under counterterrorism and counter-insurgency frameworks, including preparations for Operation Lake Sanity III.
The visit was described as successful and conducted without incident.
Authorities noted that international cooperation remains a key component in sustaining pressure on terrorist groups operating in the North-East.
U.S. AFRICOM Delegation Visits Maiduguri, Reaffirms Counterterrorism Cooperation
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