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Nigeria Calls for De-escalation of Hostilities between Israel and Hamas

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Nigeria Calls for De-escalation of Hostilities between Israel and Hamas

By: Michael Mike

The Nigerian government has called for de-escalation of violence and hostilities between Israel and Hamas.

The Nigerian government in a statement personally signed on Saturday by the Foreign Affairs Minister, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar pleaded for the immediate ceasefire between the two parties.

The statement read: “The Federal Government of Nigeria is deeply concerned about the outbreak of hostilities between Israel and Hamas in the early hours of Saturday, 7th October, 2023 and calls for de-escalation and ceasefire.

“The cycle of violence and retaliation that the current escalation has assumed, only serves to perpetuate an unending cycle of pain and suffering for the civilian population, that bear the brunt of every conflict.”

The statement added that: “The Federal Government of Nigeria, therefore, calls on both sides to exercise restraint, prioritize the safety of civilians and give room for humanitarian considerations.

“We are therefore calling for a peaceful resolution of the conflict through dialogue.”

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Bandits abduct four farmers in Tudun Moriki, Zamfara

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Bandits abduct four farmers in Tudun Moriki, Zamfara

By: Zagazola Makama

Armed bandits have abducted four farmers in Tudun Moriki, Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred on Sunday at about 11:30 a.m., when the victims were working on their farms on the outskirts of Tudun Moriki.

The bandits, who came armed, seized the farmers at gunpoint and whisked them away to an unknown destination.

One of the victims was identified as Salisu Ado, while the others have not been named at press time.

Confirming the incident, the Zamfara State Police Command said it had received the report from Moriki Division and had commenced efforts with other security agencies to rescue the abducted persons.

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Again, Bandits abduct 12 persons in Zamfara community amidst peace truce

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Again, Bandits abduct 12 persons in Zamfara community amidst peace truce

By: Zagazola Makama

Armed bandits have abducted 12 persons in Godai village, Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident occurred on Sunday at about 3:41 a.m., when the gunmen stormed the community, shooting sporadically and forcing residents to flee in different directions.

In the process, 12 persons were abducted and taken toward Gyado Forest.

Confirming the incident, the Zamfara State Police Command said it received a distress call from the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Bukkuyum Division and immediately deployed personnel to the area.

Sources said that military high command have been alerted while efforts have been intensified to rescue the victims and bring the perpetrators to justice.

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Despite peace deal, bandits abduct 40 worshippers during early morning prayers in Tsafe, Zamfara

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Despite peace deal, bandits abduct 40 worshippers during early morning prayers in Tsafe, Zamfara

By: Zagazola Makama

Barely a day after reports of peace deals in parts of the North West, armed bandits struck again on Monday morning, abducting about 40 worshippers from a mosque in Gidan Turbe village, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Zagazola Makama gathered from community sources that the attack occurred during dawn prayers at about 5:30 a.m., when the gunmen stormed the mosque, surrounded it, and whisked away the worshippers at gunpoint.

Local sources disclosed that the abductors later moved the captives into the forests around the Gohori axis in Tsafe.

The incident has thrown the rural community into confusion and despair, coming at a time when local leaders and some armed groups in Katsina and neighbouring states had reportedly entered into truces aimed at reducing attacks.

The attack pointed at the fragility of ongoing peace arrangements in the region, where heavily armed groups continue to operate with impunity despite dialogue initiatives.

“The bandits have no command, structure and control. You can negotiate with bandits in Katsina while they continue to strike in Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi and Kaduna State, a local source told Zagazola.

As at the time of filing this report, there was no official confirmation from security authorities in Zamfara State.

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