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Police commence investigation on homicide in Yobe

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Police commence investigation on homicide in Yobe

By: Yahaya Wakili

Yobe state police command has commenced the investigation into the homicide incident involving Inspector Mohammed Bulama attached to Police Mobile Force PMF, 41 Division Damaturu.

In a press release issued by DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, PPRO Yobe state command said the Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, condemns Bulama’s actions and expresses condolences to Dauda’s family.

On 29th September, 2024, Inspector Mohammed Bulama, 38 years old, was involved in a bitter argument with Abdulmalik Dauda (aka Baksha), 39 years old, of pompamari ward, Damaturu, over an uncleared transaction in the Zango area.

According to the release, the dispute escalated into a fight, resulting in Bulama stabbing Dauda in the chest. Bulama also sustained head injuries.

“Bulama was promptly arrested at the C Division Police Headquarters, where he had sought refuge. The State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has commenced investigation, and Bulama is currently in custody pending internal disciplinary action and prosecution,” the release added.

Yobe State Commissioner of Police, Cp Garba Ahmed, has ordered the immediate investigation into the homicide incident involving Inspector Mohammed Bulama and assures the public of a thorough and swift investigation and ensuring justice is served.

The Nigeria Police Force will not tolerate any misconduct from its personnel; we will ensure that justice is served and the perpetrator is held accountable.

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Troops Arrest Three Suspected Robbers in Borno Community

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Troops Arrest Three Suspected Robbers in Borno Community

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 162 Amphibious Battalion Operation HADIN KAI have arrested three suspected robbers following a reported robbery incident at Gar Gwigwi village in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.

Security sources disclosed that the troops responded to intelligence at about 6:00 p.m. on May 21 indicating that an unconfirmed number of Civilian Joint Task Force members attached to the battalion were allegedly involved in the robbery.

According to the sources, troops swiftly moved to the area and apprehended three suspects linked to the incident, while others reportedly fled.

Items recovered from the suspects included five mobile phones, a nylon bag containing a substance identified as “ice,” a locally made charm, a necklace chain, a small white scarf, two wristwatches, one dagger, a Qur’an booklet, the sum of N1,070, and one dane gun.

The sources stated that the dane gun was later identified as belonging to a member of the Miyetti Allah group, who reported that the weapon had been stolen from him by the suspects a day before the robbery incident.

The firearm was subsequently handed back to the owner after confirmation of ownership.

The arrested suspects are currently in military custody for further investigation and possible prosecution.

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Troops Recover Explosive Devices During Patrol in Yobe

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Troops Recover Explosive Devices During Patrol in Yobe

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Headquarters 27 Task Force Brigade, Buni Gari, have recovered several explosive devices during a routine patrol operation in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.

Security sources disclosed that the operation was conducted at about 1:00 p.m. on May 22 following intelligence reports on the sighting of suspected ISWAP/JAS terrorists around the Magza general area.

According to the sources, the terrorists fled the area before the arrival of the troops.

During the subsequent search and exploitation of the area, troops recovered four 40mm Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) bombs, one 81mm bomb and four 60mm bombs.

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team also conducted a detailed scan of the general area to rule out the presence of additional explosive threats.

The recovered bombs are currently in the custody of the troops for further necessary action.

Military authorities said troops would sustain aggressive patrols and clearance operations aimed at denying terrorists freedom of movement and preventing attacks within the North-East theatre.

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Troops Neutralise Several Terrorist During Fighting Patrol in Zamfara

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Troops Neutralise Several Terrorist During Fighting Patrol in Zamfara

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 1 Brigade Quick Reaction Force (QRF) Operation FANSAN YANMA have neutralised several terrorist during a fighting patrol operation in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Security sources disclosed that the operation was carried out at about 10:00 a.m. on May 22 following intelligence reports on the sighting of terrorists within Yan Doto village.

According to the sources, the troops swiftly mobilised to the area and made contact with the suspected terrorists at Yanware community.

During the ensuing firefight, several terrorists were neutralised, while others reportedly fled the area.

The troops subsequently conducted exploitation of the general area, but no further contact was made with the fleeing criminals.

Military authorities said troops would continue aggressive patrols and clearance operations across vulnerable communities in Zamfara State to deny terrorists and bandits freedom of movement.

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