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Prof. Daura Mourns the Passing of Ammi Adamu Mamman, Urges Security Actors to Fish Out Perpetrator
Prof. Daura Mourns the Passing of Ammi Adamu Mamman, Urges Security Actors to Fish Out Perpetrator
By: Our Reporter
The Vice-Chancellor of Yobe State University, Prof. Mala Mohammed Daura, has joined thousands of sympathizers to mourn the death of Ammi Adamu Mamman, who was brutally killed by unknown person(s).
The Vice-Chancellor said late Ammi was one of the staff that played a vital role in the development of Yobe State University; describing the death as a colossal loss to the University Community.
Prof. Daura said he has been communicating with the security actors so as to intensify efforts in fishing out the murderer(s) of Late Ammi, adding that the perpetrator(s) must be brought to book.
In his condolence message, Prof. Daura said, “On behalf of the Management, Staff and the University Community, I wish to convey our deepest sympathies and condolences to the University Community, Pataskum Emirate and the entire people of Yobe State, more particularly the immediate family on the demise of Ammi. May Allah SWT accept her good deeds, forgive her sins and make Jannah her final abode”.
Meanwhile, Ammi Adamu Mamman has since been buried today Tuesday 9th January, 2024 at Potiskum according to Islamic injunction.
Prof. Daura Mourns the Passing of Ammi Adamu Mamman, Urges Security Actors to Fish Out Perpetrator
Troops Arrest Suspected Gunrunner in Taraba State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with Defence Intelligence Agency operatives and local vigilantes, have arrested a suspected gunrunner in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Security sources said the arrest was made at about 7:45 a.m. on May 13 during an intelligence-led operation at Iware community in the area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended following credible intelligence linking him to arms trafficking activities within the Amaseyo general area.
Preliminary interrogation revealed that the suspect was allegedly involved in illegal arms dealing, prompting his immediate arrest by the joint security team.
The suspect is currently in custody and undergoing further investigation, while security agencies say efforts are ongoing to dismantle arms trafficking networks operating within the state and surrounding areas.
Troops Arrest Suspected Gunrunner in Taraba State
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim During Patrol in Kogi
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation MESA have rescued a kidnap victim abandoned by suspected terrorists along the Obajana–Jakura–Tajimi axis in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.
Security sources said the rescue operation was carried out at about 9:00 a.m. on May 13 by troops of 12 Brigade during a fighting patrol along the old Obajana–Jakura–Tajimi road.
According to the report, the troops discovered the victim after suspected kidnappers abandoned him while fleeing from the advancing security personnel.
The rescued victim was subsequently reunited with his family after the operation.
Security patrols and clearance operations have continued along the route and adjoining communities as part of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities in the area.
Troops Neutralise Terrorist During Operation Savannah Shield in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Savannah Shield have neutralised a suspected terrorist during an offensive operation in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 2:45 p.m. on May 13 by troops of 221 Battalion alongside personnel of CSIB XVI deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Babanna.
The troops reportedly carried out the offensive raid on Masaka Village following intelligence on terrorist activities within the area.
During the operation, the troops made contact with the suspected terrorists, leading to an exchange of fire.
According to the report, one of the fleeing terrorists accidentally triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which detonated and resulted in his death.
Troops subsequently recovered one magazine loaded with 12 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition from the scene.
Security forces have continued exploitation and clearance operations in the area aimed at dismantling terrorist hideouts and preventing further attacks within the operational environment.
Troops Neutralise Terrorist During Operation Savannah Shield in Niger State
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