Step up the fight against drug abuse, Buni tells traditional rulers in Yobe

By: Yahaya Wakili

Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON, COMN, has charged the traditional institutions in the state to step up the fight against drug abuse in their domains.

“As traditional rulers and custodians of tradition and culture, you have great roles to play in the moral upbringing of youths in your domains. 

Buni dropped a warning today when the people of the Gudi emirate council paid him a thank-you visit at the Government House, Damaturu.

The governor revealed that the consumption of illicit drugs is fast becoming a huge menace and threat in Northern Nigeria. Adding that, the government and traditional institutions must come together to fight the menace.

Hon. Mai Mala Buni maintained that the traditional institution is a highly respected institution with a large following, making it a strong advocate for the fight against drug abuse.

The governor prayed for a peaceful tenure of the new emir: “I pray that your tenure would unite the people of your emirate in peace and prosperity.

He congratulated the new Emir of Gudi, Alhaji Ismaila Ahmed Gadaka, saying his emergence as the Emir was widely accepted by the people, indicating a popular endorsement.

According to Governor Buni, “You have to be a successful politician and now a traditional ruler; no one can tell you the importance of tolerance and accommodation because you are an expert with a wide experience.

He prayed for the repose of the late Emir’s soul. May Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings and admit him into Aljannah Firdaus. Ameen.

“While a political leader is elected with a specified tenure, the traditional rulers are life leaders whose tenure usually expires only when they die; therefore, we must come together to collectively defeat this threat.”

Step up the fight against drug abuse, Buni tells traditional rulers in Yobe

Hoodlums amputate man’s hand in Gusau, flee with severed limb

By: Zagazola Makama

Suspected members of a gang known as Yan Sare-Sare attacked a 28-year-old man in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, amputated his hand and fled with the severed limb, the police said on Wednesday.

Zagazola Makama learnt from sources that the attack occurred at about 11:32 p.m. on Tuesday in Hayin Bugaje area of Gusau Local Government Area.

The victim, identified as Garzali Umar Monde, was said to have been attacked with cutlasses and machetes while the gang was heading into the area.

“Upon receipt of the distress call, patrol teams were immediately deployed to the scene. Blood traces were followed to the residence of one of the suspected attackers,” security sources said.

However, attempts to arrest the suspect were thwarted by his father.

The injured victim was rushed to Ahmed Sani Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital, Gusau, where he is currently receiving treatment.

Meanwhile, two suspects have been arrested in connection with the gruesome attack, while others remain at large.

The authorities assured residents that efforts are ongoing to track down the remaining suspects and bring them to justice.

Hoodlums amputate man’s hand in Gusau, flee with severed limb

Troops arrest suspected Boko Haram logistics supplier in Maiduguri

By: Zagazola Makama

The troops of Operation Hadin Kai in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have arrested a suspected Boko Haram logistics supplier in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.

Zagazola Makama gathered that the suspect, identified as Mr. Ahmadu Mohammed Dogo, was apprehended at Muna Garage at about 11:50 a.m. on Monday, following credible human intelligence.

According to preliminary investigations, the suspect was intercepted while allegedly attempting to convey Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) concealed in Fearless energy drink plastic bottles and packed in 12 sacks.

The suspect reportedly confessed during interrogation that he was transporting the fuel to Gamboru-Ngala, a border town in Borno State, believed to be a major logistics route for insurgents operating along the fringes of the Lake Chad Basin.

Items recovered from his possession included the PMS-filled plastic bottles, charms, suspected hard drugs, rings, syringes, and several personal effects.

Security sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing counter-terrorism efforts to cut off Boko Haram’s logistics and financial networks in the North East.

The suspect is currently in military custody and undergoing further interrogation.

Troops arrest suspected Boko Haram logistics supplier in Maiduguri