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Pastors commend Governor Inuwa, moves to reconcile conflicting groups in Gombe
Pastors commend Governor Inuwa, moves to reconcile conflicting groups in Gombe
By: Our Reporter
Following last week’s clash in Gombe State which claimed about five lives and property worth millions of naira, a group of Pastors has expressed concern while praying for politicians in the state to embrace peace and move the state forward.
The Pastor who empathized with the state came from far and near to form part of the concerned citizens calling for the avoidance of such conflict in the interest of peace and development for the state.
Part of the group who Tangale Waja Pastors and stakeholders said they are making all effort to resolve and reconcile the conflict, which according to them is not in the interest of the state to allow such conflict to continue especially as 2023 is approaching.
The forum under the Chairmanship of Rev. Lewi Tuta in a joint statement issued Saturday with the Secretary of the forum , Rev. Zakka Danfullo Tangal Waja on behalf other Pastors and the Forum members issued a communique on resolutions reached at the end of the Meeting Held in Billiri town of Billiri LGA, of Gombe State and made available to newsmen
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“The Tangale Waja Pastors Forum (TWPF) as stakeholders in Gombe State has finally held a reconciliatory meeting with all the stakeholders and top government officials and their representatives with a view to broker peace among the conflicting individuals and communities so as to forge ahead.” Part of their communique on Saturday was revealed.
The communique also reads in part: ” Members of the group directed Rev.Lewi Tuta to inform the general public that our resolution as contained in this communique on behalf of the pastors and members of the Churches in Tangale
Waja,
“We condemn in strong terms the crisis that took place on November 5, 2021, between Tunfure leading to the city centre which claimed the lives of our children and destruction of assets running into millions of naira.
“We call out loudly that every politician in Gombe should operate within his constituency and position that God has given him or her.
“We call on the esteemed Governor of Gombe State, a peace advocate and outstanding politician who has dedicated himself for the progress of Gombe State at various levels to remain focused.
“The group also called on the security agencies to ensure that all those involved in the tragedy are brought to justice as soon as possible”.
Pastors commend Governor Inuwa, moves to reconcile conflicting groups in Gombe
ISWAP Terrorists Kill Hunters’ Leader in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected ISWAP terrorists have killed the chairman of the hunters’ group in Garjang village, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 5 a.m. on Sunday.
The victim, identified as Habu Dala, 53, was abducted from his home by the terrorists, who took him through Mulharam to Forfot villages in Damboa LGA.
Villagers mobilised in search of Dala and later found his corpse bearing gunshot wounds.
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI, members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), and the hunters’ group visited the scene.
The remains were evacuated to the General Hospital, Damboa, where he was certified dead and later released to his family for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.
ISWAP Terrorists Kill Hunters’ Leader in Borno
Nine Injured in Kwali Farmers–Herders Clash
By: Zagazola Makama
Nine persons sustained machete injuries in a clash between Bassa farmers and Fulani herders in Gomoni Village, Kwali Area Council of the FCT.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the fight, which broke out on Aug. 9 at about 3:30 p.m., followed alleged destruction of melon and maize farms belonging to the Bassa community by cattle.
It was gathered that the Nigeria army troops
along with joint team of operatives, and vigilantes were deployed to the scene following a distress call.
Six Bassa and three Fulani victims with varying degrees of machete cuts were taken to Rhema Foundation Hospital, Kwali, for treatment.
Authorities confirmed that the situation had been brought under control and normalcy restored, while investigation was ongoing.
Nine Injured in Kwali Farmers–Herders Clash
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VP Shettima Attends Wedding Fatiha Of Aisha Shehu Aliyu and Muhammad Jalal Babangida Aliyu
VP Shettima Attends Wedding Fatiha Of Aisha Shehu Aliyu and Muhammad Jalal Babangida Aliyu
By: Our Reporter
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday attended the wedding fatiha of Aisha, daughter of Shehu Aliyu, an Executive Director with First Bank of Nigeria, and Muhammad Jalal, son of former Niger State Governor, Dr. Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu, Talban Minna, at the National Mosque, Abuja.
The solemnisation, led by the Chief Imam of the National Mosque, Dr. Muhammad Kabir Adam, alongside other Imams, featured prayers for the couple’s blessings.
Vice President Shettima stood in for the bride, while Dr. Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu represented the groom, culminating in the presentation of the dowry and the formal tying of the marital knot.
The event was graced by prominent dignitaries, including former Vice President Namadi Sambo, former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, former Kaduna State Governor Ahmed Makarfi, former Minister of Special Duties Kabiru Turaki, Katsina State Deputy Governor Faruk Lawal Jobe, the Emir of Borgu, Niger State, Muhammad Sani Dantoro among many others.
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