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Rampaging Bandits in Kaduna release wife of slain ECWA Reverend
Rampaging Bandits in Kaduna release wife of slain ECWA Reverend
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The wife of Slain Reverend Joshua Maraya of Evangelical Church winning all (ECWA) Damakasuwa southern Kaduna has been released
Spokesman for the church Rev Romanus Ebewonkidi had announced in the ECWA church media platform that Grace Maraya had been released by the bandits and that she was back home with her kids.
“We thank God she finally regained freedom in the night of 19th November.” said Rev Romanus.
” Thank you for praying. We all know it is a long way for her and her children. Praying more and reaching out to her as the Lord leads you will be greatly appreciated.” he posited.
“The rampaging bandits had shot and killed Rev. Joshua Maraya of ECWA Damakasuwa 2 on the night of November 17 kidnapping his wife in the process.” said Romanus.
This reporter recalls that the late man of God Maraya was first attacked in August this year in the same building but escaped by God’s grace.
The bandits kidnapped his daughter whose mother’s screaming attracted people around and they ran away leaving the girl then.
This time around they double armed themselves very well, asked after the girl who was not around,then shot the man of God on his chest, killing him instantly and taking away his wife, Grace.
Southern part of Kaduna has been a beehive of activity for known foreign bandits who have annexed a sizable chunk of the ancestral homes and farmlands of the people and resettled in them.
They live in the nearby savanna forests known by a section of the security agencies where they drive into surrounding towns and villages kidnap people for cash and take them into the bush.
Frantic efforts are being made by the military to reverse the very sad narrative which has existed for almost a decade so that residents will finally return to their ancestral lands.
Rampaging Bandits in Kaduna release wife of slain ECWA Reverend
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS), have rescued a kidnapped victim following a swift response to a suspected terrorist attack in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources disclosed that the troops, deployed at Abaji, acted on a report at about 1:45 p.m. on April 21 regarding an attack at Tumataa community.
On arrival, the troops engaged the suspected terrorists in a gun duel, forcing them to abandon the victim and flee the scene.
The victim was successfully rescued and has since been reunited with family members.
The sources added that troops are sustaining operations in the area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further attacks.
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Benue
Troops Arrest Illegal Arms Manufacturers, Recover Weapons in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have arrested two suspected illegal arms manufacturers during a raid on a criminal hideout in Langtang North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources disclosed that the operation was carried out at about 5:00 p.m. on April 22 at Gwandanu Village, following credible intelligence on illicit arms production in the area.
According to the sources, the suspects were apprehended while actively engaged in the fabrication of weapons.
Items recovered during the operation include two AK-47 rifles, one G3 rifle, two generating sets, a welding machine, a drilling machine, a hand filer and a toolbox, among other items.
The suspects are currently in military custody pending further investigation.
The sources added that troops have intensified efforts to mop up illegally fabricated arms in the general area as part of ongoing operations to curb criminal activities and enhance security in the state.
Troops Arrest Illegal Arms Manufacturers, Recover Weapons in Plateau
Irate Plateau Youths Attempt Attack on NSCDC Facility, Troops Intervene to Avert Crisis
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully averted an attempted mob attack on a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) outpost in Plateau State, following unrest triggered by the detention of a suspect.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred within the operational area of Sector 6 under Operation Enduring Peace.
The sources said troops responded at about 11:00 a.m. on April 21 to intelligence indicating that irate youths had mobilised to attack and burn down the NSCDC outpost in Vom, Jos South Local Government Area.
According to the sources, the youths had gathered in protest over the detention of a suspect and were reportedly attempting to carry out jungle justice, as well as destroy the security facility.
Troops, working in collaboration with other security agencies, swiftly moved to the scene and dispersed the crowd before the situation escalated.
They also provided adequate security cover, enabling the safe evacuation of the detained suspect to the NSCDC headquarters to prevent further unrest.
The prompt intervention of the troops ensured that no lives were lost and the facility remained intact.
Irate Plateau Youths Attempt Attack on NSCDC Facility, Troops Intervene to Avert Crisis
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Benue
Troops Arrest Illegal Arms Manufacturers, Recover Weapons in Plateau
Irate Plateau Youths Attempt Attack on NSCDC Facility, Troops Intervene to Avert Crisis
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