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NSCDC Performs Ground Breaking Ceremony of Housing Scheme for Personnel in Sokoto
NSCDC Performs Ground Breaking Ceremony of Housing Scheme for Personnel in Sokoto
By Michael Mike
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has performed the ground breaking ceremony of 550 housing scheme in Sokoto State for its officers and men.
A statement on Monday by the spokesman of the Corps, Olusola Odumosu said the Commandant General of the NSCDC, Dr. Ahmed Audi represented by the Deputy Commandant General, Administration, Zakari Ningi, at the occasion in Sokoto reiterated his commitment towards improving the welfare of personnel, which housing forms part of it.
He noted that: “The mass housing project, which spanned 31.070 Hectares of land, at Milgoma Community, in Bodinga LGA opposite the runway of the Sultan Abubakar III International Airport Sokoto will contain 550 units of befitting accommodation to ameliorate the housing challenge being faced by officers and men of the Sokoto State Command.”
He emphasized that a well motivated staff is usually an asset to any organisation and the Corps Management under his leadership will continue to upscale staff welfare through various life changing projects as motivation for efficient service delivery at all times.
He said: “What we are witnessing today is in furtherance of my vision to prioritize the ywelfare of officers and men of the Corps.
“It also forms part of my vision to address the housing deficit in the Corps by making house ownership more accessible and affordable to personnel of the Corps with an easy and convenient payment plan.
“The Corps’ leadership and administration under my watch has put in place an integrated development plans/programmes towards addressing the housing needs of staff across board.
“Let me therefore assure you that this is a phased project which will be replicated in all State Commands and the Federal Capital Territory in our deliberate attempt to further enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
“In an attempt to bring this vision to fruition, the Corps has engaged Messrs. Tunkey Projects Limited, a reputable developer and project consultants for the construction of 550 Housing Units to ameliorate the housing challenge being faced by officers and men of the Sokoto State Command.”
The CG expressed optimism that when completed, the project will be an additional boost to the morale of staff to deliver on the Corps’ mandate.
He appreciated the uncommon kind gesture of Rt. Hon. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, the Governor of Sokoto State, for his magnanimity and express approval given for the allocation of hectares of land at Milgoma Community, in Bodinga local government area including waiver of the payment of compensation on the land.
The CG while commending the governor
for being physically present at the groundbreaking ceremony, said: “These gesture goes further to prove His Excellency’s commitment and determination towards enhancement of peace and security in Sokoto State, by constantly supporting activities and operations of Security Agencies, particularly the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in the State.
“Let me use this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to His Excellency for his magnanimity as well as his continued support and assistance to the growth, development and operational efficiency of the Corps in the State
“Let me assure your Excellency that the Corps will continue to support the lofty programmes and efforts by your Government to keep Sokoto State safe and secure.
“Permit me to use this medium to reiterate the Corps’ commitment to the enhancement of peace and security to engender socio-economic development of our dear Country.
“To this end, the Corps has continued to ensure effective synergy with the Military, Police and other Sister Agencies to bring to an end, the spate of insecurity occasioned, by the nefarious activities of terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, insurgents, farmers/herders clashes, ethno-religious crises, etc.
“We remain steadfast in our collective resolve to address the prevailing security situation in the Country.”
NSCDC Performs Ground Breaking Ceremony of Housing Scheme for Personnel in Sokoto
Family of retired teacher in Kaduna pays ransom, month after bandits killed him
By: Zagazola Makama
The family of a retired teacher and former Education Secretary of Kajuru Local Government in Kaduna State reportedly paid a ransom to his kidnappers months after he was killed.
Samuel Abi Dangiwa was abducted along with six others from Kufana village on the Kaduna-Kachia Road on Monday, 15 September 2025.
The tragic development was confirmed by a community leader and associate of the deceased, Chief Suleiman Gambo Maro, who disclosed that Dangiwa had been killed a month before his family fulfilled the ransom demands.
“The most devastating revelation, however, was that he had already been killed a month before ransom was even paid,” Maro said.
“His family, acting out of desperation and hope, unknowingly fulfilled the demands of criminals while their father lay buried beneath the earth.”
Chief Maro called for urgent action and accountability, emphasising that the unresolved murder had heightened despair in the community.
“Allowing the killing of Dangiwa to go unanswered would deepen frustration and despair among residents,” he stated.
“Kajuru deserves justice, proper representation, and restored dignity. This begins with uncovering the truth behind Dangiwa’s murder and holding those responsible accountable.”
Family of retired teacher in Kaduna pays ransom, month after bandits killed him
Two bandits neutralised, arms recovered in Karim Lamido in Taraba
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 6 Brigade, as part of the decisive phase of Operation Peace Shield, have neutralised two suspected bandits and recovered firearms and ammunition in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops conducted a fighting patrol at Karim General area towards Usmanu, making contact with bandits around Wudompi community.
The operation led to the neutralisation of two bandits and the recovery of one AK-47 rifle and 21 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
Troops are currently exploiting the general area to intercept other bandits reportedly hibernating in the location.
Two bandits neutralised, arms recovered in Karim Lamido in Taraba
Bauchi Youth dies after fight during naming ceremony in Warji
By: Zagazola Makama
A 20-year-old man, Haruna Haruna of Kwata Village, Warji Local Government Area, Bauchi State, has reportedly died following a violent altercation during a naming ceremony on 2 December 2025.
Zagazola understands that a misunderstanding among some youths at the ceremony escalated into a physical fight, leaving the victim in a comatose state.
He was rushed to General Hospital, Warji, but later died while receiving medical attention.
Police operatives have arrested one Gambo Yobe, 20, in connection with the incident.
Bauchi Youth dies after fight during naming ceremony in Warji
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