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OSGOF Launches Hands-On Training on Continuously Operating Reference Stations
OSGOF Launches Hands-On Training on Continuously Operating Reference Stations
By: Michael Mike
The Surveyor-General of the Federation, Surveyor Abuduganiyu Adebomehin has inaugurated a day-long hands-on training session on Continuously Operating Reference Stations (COR) software for the directors in the office.
The training focuses on enhancing their proficiency in utilizing the (COR) software, a critical tool in their technical repertoire. COR is a GPS station that provides positioning data for surveying and other uses. It has a GPS receiver, an antenna, a data logger, and a communication device. It can operate continuously or periodically.
Adeomehin urged the participating directors to approach the training with utmost dedication and encouraged them to provide constructive feedback to the instructors regarding their experience with the COR software. He emphasized the significance of COR while highlighting its role in predicting weather patterns and as an essential technical skill integral to their professional responsibilities.
The training underscores the commitment of the Surveyor-General and his team to continually invest in the professional development of the organization’s leadership, ensuring they stay at the forefront of technological advancements in their field.
OSGOF Launches Hands-On Training on Continuously Operating Reference Stations
Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police Command in Katsina, in collaboration with the military and local vigilantes, has repelled a bandits’ attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of the state.
Sources said that the incident occurred on Wednesday at about 1:20 a.m., when bandits stormed Lamuntani village in Goran Dansaka ward but were engaged in a gun battle by security operatives, forcing them to flee into the bush.
According to sources , six kidnapped victims were rescued unhurt. They include Aisha Rilwanu, 12; Zainab Mansir, 15; Munnir Sani, 19; Salamatu Umar, 19; Asmau Sani, 10; and Jamila Nasiru, 21.
The sources added that while escaping, the bandits attacked nearby Santan Kargo village, where they shot and injured three persons Yusuf Yushau, 30; Ismail Abubakar, 21; and Abdulmumin Sani,who were rushed to Malumfashi General Hospital for treatment.
The sources said two victims were still missing as security forces intensified search-and-rescue operations in the area.
Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA (OPFY) have recovered 164 rustled animals during clearance operations in Zamfara and Sokoto States.
Sources disclosed this on Thursday, saying the recoveries followed ambushes against terrorists moving livestock across communities.
The sources told Zagazola the troops, working with vigilantes, engaged terrorists attempting to move rustled animals from Talata Mafara LGA to Anka axis of Zamfara, recovering 21 sheep.
“Similarly, troops of 8 Division in conjunction with Keystone forces repelled terrorists who attacked Garbe Kanni village in Tureta LGA, Sokoto. A total of 143 sheep were recovered and a terrorist camp destroyed,” the sources said.
The animals have since been handed over to the chairmen of Bakura and Tureta LGAs for onward return to their rightful owners.
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested two notorious cattle rustlers and recovered arms and ammunition in Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama on Thursday in Jos that the operation followed credible intelligence on the activities of cattle rustlers in Kogul village, Mangu Local Government Area.
According to the sources, the troops raided the hideout of the suspects on Sept. 11 and arrested two of them. Items recovered include one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, one fabricated revolver rifle, 10 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, one mobile phone and cash.
“The arrested suspects and recovered items are in the custody of the troops for investigation. Follow-up operations are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal syndicate,” the sources said.
They added that the arrest was significant in curbing the menace of cattle rustling, which has often triggered crisis in Plateau and adjoining states.
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
Police repel bandits attack, rescue six victims in Katsina
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
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