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Nasarawa govt cautions residents against harbouring criminals
Nasarawa govt cautions residents against harbouring criminals
Nasarawa State Government has urged residents not to harbour criminals in the interest of peace and development.
Mr Isaac Lucky, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development said this in Lafia on Wednesday while addressing the youths at a closing ceremony of a week-long 2022 International Youth Day Celebration.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the International Youth Day was organised by the state chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) with the theme; “Intergenerational Solidarity, Creating A World For All Ages.’’
Isaac commended NYCN for observing their day and urged them to contribute more positively to the development of the state.
“I want to call on you not to harbour criminals as security is everybody’s business and responsibility.
“On August 13, gunmen killed a Coordinator of our Youth Council of Agidi Development Area, Mr Nasela Auta, it is unfortunate and uncalled for and we must support the state government efforts to ensure peace across the state,’’ he said.
Isaac urged the youths to shun political thuggery and other negative acts for peace and development to thrive.
The commissioner also commended Gov. Abdullahi Sule of Nassarawa State for creating an enabling environment for the youths to excel.
Also speaking, Mrs Hannatu Abimiku, Commissioner for Special Duties, Legal Matters and Youth Affairs while declaring the event open, urged the youths to be good ambassadors of the state at all times.
Abimiku, who is the Chairman of the occasion commended the youths for the successful celebration of their day.
The commissioner who solicited more support for the state government added that the governor has done a lot and is still doing more to change the lives of the people positively.
Earlier, Comrade Ja’afar Loko, the NYCN Chairman said that the event was organised in commemoration of International Youth Day (IYD).
He said that during the week-long IYD, they paid advocacy visits to some radio stations in the state to discuss issues of security and youth development among others.
“We have also organised special prayers for the unity, peace, progress and development of the state.
“We have visited orphanage homes to identify with the orphans and other less privileged ones in their plight,’’ he said.
Loko commended Sule for keying into different policies and programmes that have a direct bearing on the lives of the youths and other citizens.
He said the governor assured them of continued readiness to initiate good policies and programmes that would change the lives of the youths positively.
Gas Tanker Explosion Kills Two, Destroys Property in Lagos
By: Zagazola Makama
A gas tanker explosion at Otedola Bridge, Lagos, has claimed two lives, left 15 others injured, and destroyed several buildings, vehicles, and shops.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 8:10 PM on March 11 when a gas tanker, owned by 2nd Coming Nigeria Plc, overturned while attempting to ascend the link road to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The tanker’s contents spilled onto the road, igniting a massive fire.
Emergency responders, including the police, firefighters, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), and other rescue teams, were swiftly mobilized to the scene.
According to eyewitnesses, the fire spread rapidly, engulfing: Four buildings in the surrounding area,the tanker itself, 15 vehicles, including tricycles, unspecified umber of shops and household properties.
Rescue workers recovered two bodies, while 15 injured victims were evacuated to a hospital for treatment.
Authorities have since put out the fire, while search and rescue operations are ongoing to assess the full extent of the damage.
Gas Tanker Explosion Kills Two, Destroys Property in Lagos
Troops Dislodge Mamuda-Led Bandits in Niger State’s Dekara Forest, killed several terrorists
By Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Troops have successfully dislodged the Mamuda-led bandit stronghold in Dekara Forest, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, in a joint inter-state operation involving troops from Niger, Oyo, and Kwara states, along with personnel from the National Park Service, Kainji.
Intelligence told Zagazola Makama that the inter-agency task force launched an offensive on March 11, 2025, at about 1:00 PM, leading to the neutralization of several bandits and the destruction of their hideouts.
Further intelligence indicates that the wives of some fleeing bandits have sought refuge in Gidan Zana Village, also in Borgu LGA.
The sources said that security forces are currently conducting a mopping-up operation across the Dekara axis to ensure total clearance of criminal elements and sanity in the areas.
Troops Dislodge Mamuda-Led Bandits in Niger State’s Dekara Forest, killed several terrorists
Security Forces Neutralize Five Bandits in Niger State, Recover Ammunition and Motorcycle
By: Zagazola Makama
Security operatives, including policemen and local vigilantes, have neutralized five suspected bandits during a gun battle in Yangalo village, Nasko District, Magama Local Government Area of Niger State.
It was gathered that the incident occurred around 1:00 AM on March 11, 2025, when unidentified armed men stormed the village.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that security forces swiftly mobilized to the area and engaged the assailants in a fierce gunfight, leading to the elimination of five bandits.
During the operation, security personnel recovered 35 rounds of live AK-47 ammunition and one motorcycle abandoned by the fleeing bandits.
Security Forces Neutralize Five Bandits in Niger State, Recover Ammunition and Motorcycle
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