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Ramadan: Governor Buni congratulates the Muslim faithful
Ramadan: Governor Buni congratulates the Muslim faithful
By: Yahaya Wakili
Governor Mai Mala Buni CON of Yobe State has congratulated Muslims faithful on the successful completion of the one-month Ramadan fast.
Governor Buni started this in a press release issued and signed by Alhaji Mamman Mohammed, Director General Press and Media Affairs, to the Governor Mai Mala Buni, which she shared with newsmen in Damaturu.
He prayed to Almighty Allah (SWT) to accept every act of worship executed by the people during the holy month.
“As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the one-month religious obligation, I enjoin us all to take the lessons of sacrifice, care, and compassion exhibited during the fasting period beyond the Ramadan season.
Governor Mai Mala Buni enjoined the Muslims to be good neighbors and extend the spirit of the season to their neighbors, while commending the security agencies in the state for their valued contributions to the peace and stability of the state.
He reminded the people to continue praying for the unity, peace, security, and prosperity of Yobe State and Nigeria.
“I am particularly impressed with the massive feeding program provided by the government, individuals, and corporate organizations to orphans, indigent families, and vulnerable groups. This should be encouraged even after Ramadan,” Buni said.
Governor Buni revealed that the government would this year launch a massive agricultural program to facilitate an agricultural revolution in Yobe State to enhance food sufficiency and security.
He expressed the gratitude of the government and the people of Yobe State to Almighty Allah for the improved peace and security now enjoyed across the state.
Governor Mai Mala Buni CON uses this opportunity to appeal to the good people of Yobe State, especially our energic youth, to take advantage of this intervention to explore, exploit, and expand the agricultural potentials in your various communities.
“Our government is committed to making agriculture productive, attractive, and profitable in the state. This is to promote food sufficiency and security in the state.” Buni added.
He assured the people that the government would continue to provide the necessary infrastructure to accelerate development and improve their lives.
The governor prayed and wished everyone a very peaceful and memorable Sallah celebration.
Ramadan: Governor Buni congratulates the Muslim faithful
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
Army troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers in borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with operatives of the Joint Intelligence Fusion Centre (JIFC), have arrested two suspected logistics suppliers to Boko Haram terrorists in Gubio town, Borno State.
A military source disclosed that the suspects, identified as Mal Bunu Gojemi and Zanna Alhaji Mallam, were apprehended at about 11:30 a.m. on Saturday during a joint logistics strangulation operation conducted by troops in the area.
According to the source, the suspects confessed during preliminary interrogation to being long-time suppliers of logistics to the Boko Haram.
Items recovered from them include three mobile phones, a traditional cap, and the sum of N40,000.
“The suspects have since been handed over to operatives of the Joint Intelligence Fusion Centre for further investigation,” the source said.
He added that the operation was carried out without any incident.
The Nigerian Army and other security agencies have continued to intensify operations aimed at cutting off logistics supply chains to insurgents as part of ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in the North-East.
Army troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers in borno
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
Army troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers in borno
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