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Pockets of attacks on our communities will never deter us from keeping the peace….Kadafur
Pockets of attacks on our communities will never deter us from keeping the peace….Kadafur
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The Deputy Governor of Borno state Usman Kadafur has said the recent attacks on certain communities in the state will not deter the efforts of the government in restoring the peace for residents.
He stated this during a visit by the House of Reps. Committee on Insurance and Actuarial led by it’s chair Usman Jaha
who also represents Gwoza/Chibok/Damboa federal constituency in Borno State.
The committee members had met in the the office of the Deputy governor in the Borno state government house in Maiduguri during the week where they intimated him about their retreat.p
Responding to their visit, the Deputy Governor had said that despite the challenges and destruction caused by insurgency the state government has rebuilt affected communities through its resettlement initiative and rekindled the resilience of the people.
He noted that the state government’s collective achievements against terrorism will not be deterred because peace restoration in the the state is paramount adding that the Zulum government is consolidating at the present post insurgency era.
The Chairman, Reps. Committee on Insurance and Actuarial Usman Jaha also visited the Shehu of Borno Dr Abubakar Garbai Elkanemi where his members had a session with the monarch going down memory lane on how the lingering insurgency war.
Speaking on behalf of the Committee and members of his delegation, reps member Jaha lauded the Shehu of Borno for their exemplary leadership at the traditional level which has brought about relative peace and development in the state.
He said, Maiduguri was chosen as venue to carry out their retreat, because, they believed that the whole World would know that peace has actually returned after a decade of atrocities posed by insurgents.
The Lawmaker added that, their engagement “will focus on the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision to reposition the economy for better service delivery and development, considering the Federal Government’s determination towards achieving sustainable growth by strengthening Legislation, Insurance Regulation, Protection, Financial System (LIRPFS), and ensuring its stability to the public”.
He observed that, the retreat will also focus on how to tackle financial disruptions, which are events or situations that have the capacity to change the way things are done and are always associated with opportunities and challenges in the country.
The Lawmaker also appreciated the sacrifices of the Military and other security agencies in the fight against Boko Haram terrorists, which he noted has paved the way for the peace and development in the state and the North East sub-region.
Responding, the Shehu of Borno, Dr. Abubakar Garbai had praised Usman Jaha and his team, made up of over 70 members for choosing Maiduguri, the state capital as venue to conduct their 2- Day 3rd Quarter 2025 Retreat.
The Monarch posited that, Borno which had witnessed series of deadly Boko Haram attacks is now getting out of its wounds as peace has relatively returned within a large portion of the state.
Dr. Abubakar Garbai lauded Jaha Babawo and other members of the delegation for not only choosing Maiduguri as a safe place to conduct the exercise, but for finding time to visit him.
He went down memory lane on the historical challenges that were staged against the people of Borno State, such as the Rabi, Maitatsine among others, adding that they were all conquered by the resilient people in the state, even as he expressed optimism that the Boko Haram conflict would soon be defeated for total peace and development of the state.
“Your coming here into my palace is a clear testimony of your respect for the traditional institution. Let me commend you all choosing Maiduguri as a place to conduct your retreat.
“We call on many Committees of the House and other institutions or organizations to emulate you by visiting Borno, the Home of Peace for their retreats and other engagements”. stated the Monarch.
Pockets of attacks on our communities will never deter us from keeping the peace….Kadafur
Suspected cultists kill 12 in attack on Jos community, Plateau govt imposes curfew
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected cultists on Sunday night attacked Angwan Rukuba community in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, leaving 12 persons dead, in a fresh outbreak of violence that has prompted authorities to impose a 48-hour curfew in the area.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 8:00 p.m. when residents of the community came under sporadic gunfire from unidentified armed men, suspected to be cultists, who stormed the area and shot indiscriminately.
Troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), were immediately mobilised to the scene following a distress call and moved to restore order and prevent further escalation.
A security report indicated that 12 persons were confirmed dead, while several others sustained varying degrees of injuries. The injured victims were said to have been evacuated to nearby medical facilities for treatment.
The troops subsequently cordoned off major access routes to the community and ordered residents to remain indoors while a coordinated search operation was launched to track down the attackers.
Military sources added that clearance operations were ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators and prevent further breakdown of law and order in the area.
In response to the attack, the Plateau State Government, in collaboration with security agencies, announced the imposition of a 48-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area with immediate effect.
The curfew, which took effect from midnight of March 29 to April 1, 2026, was aimed at restoring calm and enabling security agencies to carry out intensified operations.
In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Rt. Hon. Joyce Lohya Ramnap, the government condemned the attack, describing it as “barbaric and unprovoked.”
The statement assured residents that security agencies had been directed to ensure the arrest and prosecution of those responsible, while urging the public to remain calm and cooperate with ongoing investigations.
Security patrols were still ongoing across affected communities as authorities moved to forestall possible reprisal attacks and restore normalcy.
Suspected cultists kill 12 in attack on Jos community, Plateau govt imposes curfew
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a suspected kidnapper in Azir community, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.
Sources told Zagazola Malama that the suspect was apprehended at about 5:00 p.m. on March 28 by troops of 25 Brigade and 19 Battalion (Mechanised) deployed at a Forward Operating Base in Azir.
The source disclosed that the suspect was alleged to have been involved in kidnapping activities within the Damboa and Azir general areas.
“During preliminary investigation, the suspect claimed to be a cattle courier operating within Damboa and its environs,” the source said.
He added that one bicycle was recovered from the suspect at the point of arrest.
The suspect and the recovered item are currently in troops’ custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation MESA have arrested 58 suspected illegal miners at an illegal gold mining site in Ososo general area, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State.
A security source disclosed that the suspects were apprehended at about 1:00 p.m. on March 28 during a fighting patrol conducted by troops of 195 Battalion (Rear).
According to the source, the troops stormed the mining site and arrested the suspects without resistance.
“The suspects are currently in troops’ custody for further action,” the source said.
He noted that the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal mining activities and other criminal enterprises within Edo State and its environs.
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
Suspected cultists kill 12 in attack on Jos community, Plateau govt imposes curfew
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
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