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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 three abducted victims, recover ammunition in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have rescued three abducted civilians and recovered ammunition during an operation in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 10:00 a.m. on March 30 by troops of 202 Battalion in collaboration with volunteer forces at BOCOBS.
According to the sources, the troops responded to credible intelligence indicating that suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram had abducted three locals in the area.
The sources said the troops made contact with the insurgents and successfully rescued all three victims during the operation.
Items recovered from the scene include one AK-47 rifle magazine loaded with 30 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
The sources added that the rescued victims are safe, while troops have continued to dominate the general area to prevent further incidents.
They said the operation is part of sustained efforts to protect civilians and dismantle terrorist activities across the North-East theatre.
Troops rescue three abducted victims, recover ammunition in Borno
Troops repel terrorist attack in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attack by suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram on a Forward Operating Base in Yunusari Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 10:05 p.m. on March 30 at Forward Operating Base Bukarti.
According to the sources, the terrorists launched an attack on the troops’ position, prompting a fierce engagement during which the troops successfully repelled the assailants.
During the encounter, one soldier sustained injuries and has since been stabilised and is responding to treatment.
The sources added that the attackers carted away a gun truck mounted with a QJC gun, a Civilian Joint Task Force vehicle, two motorcycles, a PKT machine gun and a Baofeng radio.
They said troops have continued to maintain operational presence in the area, while efforts are ongoing to recover the stolen equipment and further degrade the capabilities of the insurgents.
Troops repel terrorist attack in Yobe
CJTF member accidentally shot by colleague in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
A member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) has been injured in an accidental shooting incident in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:50 a.m. on March 31 at the location of 162 Amphibious Battalion in Mandara-Girau.
According to the sources, the CJTF member was on duty when he was mistakenly shot in the left leg by a colleague.
The victim was immediately evacuated to the battalion’s medical facility, where he is currently receiving treatment.
Sources said the injured personnel are responding to treatment, while further details surrounding the incident are being awaited.
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