Yobe: Lawan holds a meeting with security agencies over violence in Gashua

Yahaya Wakili

In his effort to find solutions to prevent such a tragic incident from happening again, The president of the 9th senate, Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, PhD, GCON,Sardaunan Bade, Yobe North Senatorial District, held a meeting today with the head of security agencies in Yobe North to address the recent killing of three civilians by soldiers last week.

The meeting, held at his residence in Gashua, sought to find solutions to prevent such a tragic incident from happening again.

During the meeting, I expressed deep concern over the incident and emphasized the need for the military to adhere to the rules of engagement and respect human rights.

“I stressed the importance of collaboration between security agencies and the local communities in ensuring the safety and security of the people in Yobe North.

The heads of the security agencies have briefed me on the current situation in my senatorial district and assured me that they will thoroughly investigate the incident and take appropriate action against those responsible. They also pledged to work closely with the local community to build trust and improve communication to avoid further misunderstandings that could lead to conflict.

“Consequently, I urged the security agencies to be transparent in their investigation and to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions.

Senator Ahmad Lawan also called for increased efforts to address the root causes of conflicts in Yobe North and to promote dialogue and reconciliation among all stakeholders.

Yobe: Lawan holds a meeting with security agencies over violence in Gashua

Buni seeks complementary support from World Bank to mitigate anticipated flood in Yobe

Yahaya Wakili

Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has called on the Agro-Climate Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (Acresal), a World Bank program to complement government efforts in providing solutions to mitigate the anticipated floods this rainy season.

Governor Buni made the call today when he received a delegation from the World Bank and Acresal.

He pointed out that the most definite measure to avert the floods is to construct drainages to channel the flood waters outside the towns and communities.

“This should be treated as a matter of emergency and urgent public importance to avert the looming threat posed by the anticipated floods” Buni said.

He revealed that adequate measures must be taken to support the resettlement of the displaced communities.

“We must support the resilience of the communities and the resettlement program of the state government by saving the reconstructed houses from the threats of the floods” Governor Buni added.

According to him, the resettled communities had in the last three years been threatened by the floods. We must construct drainage systems to avoid the possible disaster caused by rain.

“It is also important to construct drainage systems early to beat inflation, he advised.

The Acresa Task Team Leader, Ms. Joy Iyanga Agene, assured to support the state government to save the people from the floods.

She commended the Yobe state government for providing a conducive environment that enhances the performance of Acresal in the state.

The team was led by Mr. Vijay Kumar of the World Bank, Joy Iyanga Agene, Acresal Task Team Leader, Cesena Cavecchi, senior social specialist and North Coordinator of the World Bank, and Shehu Mohammed Yobe, state Acresal Coordinator.

Buni seeks complementary support from World Bank to mitigate anticipated flood in Yobe

Borno APC New Media Announces Appointment of Acting Coordinator

By: Our Reporter

The Borno APC New Media, during an emergency meeting held on 21 April 2024, reached a decision to suspend Mohammed Sheriff as the coordinator of the forum. In light of this suspension, the Borno APC New Media is pleased to announce the appointment of Hon Abba Alhaji Alinma as the acting Coordinator, effective immediately.

This decision was made after careful consideration and consultation with the stakeholders involved. The Borno APC New Media forum, consisting of 35 members, saw 23 members in attendance at the meeting where the decision to suspend Mohammed Sheriff was made.

According to the unanimous agreement reached among the Excos and members of the Borno APC New Media forum, Mohammed Sheriff’s suspension remains in effect, and Hon Abba Alhaji Alinma has been entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the affairs of the forum during this period.

The appointment of Hon Abba Alhaji Alinma as the acting Coordinator ensures that the Borno APC New Media forum continues to function effectively, maintaining its commitment to disseminating accurate information and supporting the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Borno State.

Borno APC New Media Announces Appointment of Acting Coordinator