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President Tinubu Hosts Senate Leadership To Iftar As VP Shettima Seeks Unity, Alliance Among Leaders
President Tinubu Hosts Senate Leadership To Iftar As VP Shettima Seeks Unity, Alliance Among Leaders
By: Our Reporter
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday night in Abuja called for unity and collaboration among leaders in order to sustain the gains of reforms by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Speaking when President Tinubu hosted leaders of the Senate to Iftar (breaking of Ramadan fast) at the new State House Banquet Hall, VP Shettima said the country has reached an inflection point where “the bold, courageous leadership and well-thought-out policies of Mr President and proper execution of same, conspire to meet at a confluence.”
The Vice President noted that while it is time for Nigerians to reap the benefits of President Tinubu’s courageous decisions in critical sectors, the cooperation of political leaders is required to sustain the momentum.
He drew attention to the falling food prices, declining price of petrol and stability in the forex market, saying they are evidence of the gains of the President’s “bold vision and courageous decisions.
“The economy is projected to grow at 4.3 to 4.6 percent this year and in the fullness of time, posterity will be kind to you, Mr President,” the VP added.
Senator Shettima expressed gratitude to the Senate for the cordial relationship since the assumption of the current leadership, even as he urged the legislators to consider themselves as one big family with the executive arm of government irrespective of political affiliations
“We are members of the same family but sleeping in different rooms. We are essentially one people tied to a common destiny. What unites us supercedes whatever it is that divides us,” he told the lawmakers.
Assuring of continued collaboration and support between the two arms of government, the VP said, “We are one big family irrespective of political affiliations, religious persuasions, tribe or sectional background. We will continue to nurture this relationship and take it to greater heights.”
Speaking earlier on behalf of the Senators, Senate President Godswill Akpabio thanked President Tinubu for the support given to the 10th Senate, including the President’s approvals to legislations passed by the chamber.
He assured of continued and improved cooperation, saying the Senate is proud of the achievements of President Tinubu and would continue to collaborate with the executive.
The Senate President prayed for divine wisdom and good health for the President and the Vice President to sustain the good work in the interest of Nigeria’s development.
Senator Akpabio said the Senate is united across party lines to provide the needed impetus for the actualization of the Renewed Hope Agenda, just as he assured of better and improved representation of the people in the coming months and years.
Senator Abdulaziz Yar’adua from Kastina State offered prayers for the unity of the country and its leadership across all levels as well as wise counsel for the President and other leaders in the nation.
Also Present at the Iftar were the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin; Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele; Minority Leader, Abba Moro; former Senate President, Ahmed Lawan and Senate Chief Whip, Mohammed Monguno, among other distinguished senators.
President Tinubu Hosts Senate Leadership To Iftar As VP Shettima Seeks Unity, Alliance Among Leaders
FCT Police Arrest Five Suspects Over Village Head’s Kidnapping, Intensify Rescue Efforts
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Police Force(NPF), FCT Command has arrested five suspects linked to the kidnapping of the Village Head of Dagachi Hamlet, Yuda Garba, and five others in Ungwan Pawa Dnako Village along Igu Road.
It was gathered that at about 6:30 AM on March 11, 2025, 15 armed hoodlums had invaded the village earlier that night, abducting the victims.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that a joint team of police officers, hunters, and vigilantes were immediately dispatched to the scene, where they conducted a thorough search of the surrounding bushes.
The sources said that preliminary investigations revealed that the villagers had recently sold their farmlands, and there were reports of suspicious individuals, believed to be Fulani settlers, arriving in the area.
As a result of the ongoing operation, five suspects identified as Abdullahi Idris, Tambaya Idris, Haruna Tukur, Umar U. Haruna, and Nasiru Haruna have been arrested in connection with the crime.
Meanwhile, efforts are being intensified to rescue the kidnapped victims and track down the fleeing suspects.
FCT Police Arrest Five Suspects Over Village Head’s Kidnapping, Intensify Rescue Efforts
Troops Neutralize 2 Kidnappers, Recover Ammunition in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 3 Division, Nigerian Army, under Operation Safe Haven have neutralized two notorious kidnappers and recovered ammunition in Kuru and Turu, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation, conducted as part of Operation Lafiyan Jama’a, targeted criminal elements hiding in the area.
During the raid, troops engaged the criminals in a firefight, forcing them to retreat toward high ground. Two suspects, identified as Aminu Shuaibu and Yusuf, were captured. A search of their possession revealed 18 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition and nine rounds of 5.56 x 45mm ammunition.
Preliminary interrogation revealed that the suspects had participated in the March 9 kidnapping of a woman in Rantya, Jos South LGA. They also admitted to possessing weapons at their hideout and offered to lead troops to recover them.
However, while being escorted to the location, the suspects attempted to disarm a soldier and were neutralized. Troops also recovered several cows suspected to have been rustled by the criminals.
The animals have been moved to a secured location for safekeeping until their rightful owners are identified.
Troops Neutralize 2 Kidnappers, Recover Ammunition in Plateau
Troops Rescue Two Kidnapped Girls in Plateau, Pursue Fleeing Suspects
Troops of 3 Division, Nigerian Army, under Operation Safe Haven have rescued two kidnapped victims in the outskirts of Josho Village, Daffo District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was carried out at about 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday following credible intelligence on the location of the victims.
Upon sighting the troops, the kidnappers abandoned their captives and fled into the bush. A search of their hideout led to the rescue of two female victims, identified as 11-year-old Nanbam Adamu and Dorcas Wantu, both from Mbor Village in Mushere District, Bokkos LGA.
The victims were debriefed and handed over to their uncle, Mr. Caleb Mantau, to reunite them with their families.
Meanwhile, troops have launched a follow-up operation to track down and neutralize the fleeing kidnappers.
Troops Rescue Two Kidnapped Girls in Plateau, Pursue Fleeing Suspects
FCT Police Arrest Five Suspects Over Village Head’s Kidnapping, Intensify Rescue Efforts
Troops Neutralize 2 Kidnappers, Recover Ammunition in Plateau
Troops Rescue Two Kidnapped Girls in Plateau, Pursue Fleeing Suspects
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