Crime
Nigeria: Again, Airstrikes kills scores of ISWAP in Marte

Nigeria: Again, Airstrikes kills scores of ISWAP in Marte
By: Zagalola Makama
Again, the Nigerian military has successfully neutralized numerous fighters in carefully coordinated airstrikes near Lake Chad in Borno State, northeast Nigeria.
The airstrikes took place on Sunday June 18, 2023, and targeted the river banks of Kwalaram, Bukar Mairam, Abbaganaram and Yarwa Kura in Marte Local Government Area of Borno State.
These decisive victories were achieved through weeks of meticulous Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions that identified the locations of the terrorists
Sources said, following the airstrikes by the troops of the Air Component, ground assessments indicated that the troops naturalized scores of the fighters and destroyed makeshift tents used by the terrorists as safe havens.
“This successful offensive is part of OPERATION WARUN 3, an ongoing campaign aimed at eradicating Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists from the North East,” An informed source said.
According to him, the Nigerian Airforce has continued to play a crucial role in the fight against insurgency in the North East, with the airstrikes being a testament to their dedication and efficiency.
“The Nigerian military’s ongoing efforts to dismantle ISWAP and restore peace in the region have been met with praise and support from the international community.
“As the OPERATION WARUN 3 campaign continues, the Nigerian military remains committed to securing the nation and protecting its citizens from the ongoing threat of terrorism.
“The successful airstrikes near Lake Chad demonstrate the military’s resolve and capabilities, reinforcing their position as a formidable force against terrorist organizations,”said the competent source.
Nigeria: Again, Airstrikes kills scores of ISWAP in Marte
Crime
Troops repel coordinated attacks on three Plateau communities

Troops repel coordinated attacks on three Plateau communities
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) along with other security forces, successfully repelled coordinated attacks on three communities in Riyom Local Government Area by gunmen suspected to be Fulani militias.
Zagazola Makama report that the affected communities Rim, Angwan Wereng, and Cum came under attack between 10:50 p.m. and 11:40 p.m. on Thursday night.
The troops responded promptly to distress calls and engaged the attackers, forcing them to flee the area.
“On receipt of the information, army troops and other sister security agencies moved swiftly to the scenes and repelled the attackers,”said the sources.
No official casualties were confirmed as of the time of this report, but the situation is said to be under control while normalcy has returned to the affected areas.
Troops repel coordinated attacks on three Plateau communities
Crime
Yobe man kills neighbour over alleged affair with wife

Yobe man kills neighbour over alleged affair with wife
By: Zagazola Makama
A 40-year-old man, Yau Ari Dawa of Fulameri Village in Yobe State, has allegedly stabbed his neighbour to death following a violent altercation over a suspected extramarital affair with his wife.
Zagazola Makama gathered from sources that the incident occurred late Wednesday night at about 11:30 p.m., when Dawa reportedly confronted Mallam Faji Gana, 35, accusing him of having an affair with his 25-year-old wife, Noja Yau.
The sources said that the confrontation quickly turned violent, and Dawa allegedly used a knife to stab Gana in the stomach during the scuffle.
A neighbour, raised an alarm and reported the incident to authorities in the early hours of Thursday.
Gana was rushed to the Specialist Hospital in Geidam, but was confirmed dead on arrival by medical personnel.
The suspect, Yau Ari Dawa, has since been arrested by operatives of the Yobe State Police Command.
According to police sources, the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for discreet investigation and possible prosecution.
Yobe man kills neighbour over alleged affair with wife
Crime
Gunmen abduct village head in Bauchi community

Gunmen abduct village head in Bauchi community
By: Zagazola Makama
A 56-year-old village head, Abdullah Ibrahim, has been abducted by unknown gunmen in Kanaka hamlet, Ganjuwa Local Government Area in Bauchi, sources confirmed to Zagazola Makama.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday at about 1:15 a.m. when the assailants stormed the remote hamlet and abducted the community leader, taking him to an unknown destination.
Security forces and local hunters were deployed to the area on a rescue mission.
Efforts are being intensified to rescue the victim unharmed and to apprehend those behind the abduction. The case is currently under police investigation.
Gunmen abduct village head in Bauchi community
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