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Savannah State Creation: Reps passes Bill for First Reading
Savannah State Creation: Reps passes Bill for First Reading
By: Salihu Inusa
A Bill seeking for the creation of Savannah State out of the present Borno has passed its First Reading at Wednesday’s plenary session of the 10th House of Representatives.
Recalled that in July this year, The Chairman, Northeast zone B House of Representative Committee on the 1999 constitution review, Hon Isa Ali has said that the House has received presentations and memorandum from over 50 clubs, civil society Organisation’s, Association Unions and organisations ranging from creation of states, Savannah inclusive.
Member representing Askira-Uba/Hawul Federal Constituency, Hon. Midala Balami, his counterparts, Hon. Muktari Betara of Biu/Shani/Kwaya Kusar/Bayo and Hon. Ahmed Usman Jaha, alias Babawo representing Gwoza/Damboa/Chibok Federal constituency in Borno state are sponsors/co-sponsors of the Bill respectively.
Presenting the Bill for an Act before the Honorable House, Balami through an Order Paper 223 said “It is inline with the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), to create a new state in the North East region known as Savannah State from the present Borno State, and for other related matters”.
According to Hon Balami, the proposed legislation of the new Savannah State, when created, will have 24 Local Government Areas (LGAs), including existing ones that will be adjusted and demarcated to enhance administrative efficiency and promote effective governance.
He stated that Damboa is to be the capital city of the new Savannah State when created.
Addressing Journalists in Maiduguri, the Lawmaker appreciated the Speaker of the house of representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeed Abbas and his colleagues for the support and cooperation which led to the smooth passage of the Bill for the First Reading.
He described the creation of Savannah State out of the present Borno State as imperative due to Borno’s current population and number of local government areas.
“If you look at all the states in the North-East, Borno State has the largest population; and it has 27 local government areas, which also is the highest number in the geopolitical zone,” Hon. Balami said.
In addtion Balami said; “We want to ensure effective utilization of resources in this country; and when we talk of that, the smaller the size of the component, the easier and most-effective the management of the resources it.
“So, for the people of Borno State, the creation of Savannah State is a win-win situation, because once Southern Borno has Savannah, Borno itself will have a population it can easily manage in terms of development, resource utilization and even in terms of security,” He argued.
The Lawmaker further stressed that Savannah state agitation has been on the front banner for over 40 years, and when created, is going to be a good omen, justice, fairness and inclusivity to the concerned people in that region.
Savannah State Creation: Reps passes Bill for First Reading
JNIM terrorists clashes with rival factions in rare encounter in Nigeria’s Kebbi state
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected clash between rival terrorists factions has been reported in Kebbi State, raising fresh security concerns in the North-West region.
Sources said the incident occurred on April 4, when a group identified as Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) claimed it engaged a rival faction described as “Khawarij”.
The group alleged that one fighter was killed and another captured during the encounter, while three motorcycles and about N10 million were recovered.
However, the identity of the opposing group has yet to be independently verified.
Preliminary indications suggest the rival faction may be linked to Boko Haram or one of its splinter groups, though this remains subject to confirmation.
Security sources said the development could represent one of the first reported inter-jihadist clashes in the region.
JNIM terrorists clashes with rival factions in rare encounter in Nigeria’s Kebbi state
Troops foil mob attack, rescue suspected terrorist in Danmusa in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 17 Brigade have foiled an attempt by a mob to lynch a suspected terrorist and burn down a police station in Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 4:30 p.m. on April 5, 2026, when troops deployed at Combat Team 1 in Danali village responded to a distress call from a Nigerian Police outpost in the area.
The police had reported that a large crowd attempted to set the station ablaze and attack personnel after a suspected terrorist was brought into custody.
Troops were immediately mobilised to the scene and successfully prevented further escalation of the situation, restoring order in the area.
During the intervention, police personnel reportedly fired tear gas to disperse the irate crowd, which led to injuries sustained by one civilian.
The injured victim was evacuated to a medical facility for treatment.
Security sources said calm had since returned to the area, while troops continued to maintain presence to prevent a resurgence of violence and ensure stability.
Troops foil mob attack, rescue suspected terrorist in Danmusa in Katsina
Plateau: troops launch manhunt after armed robbery attack in Bassa LGA
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have launched a manhunt for suspected armed robbers who attacked three civilians along the Jebbu–Miango–Rewienko road in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 8:55 p.m. on April 5, 2026, when the victims were reportedly ambushed by armed men who dispossessed them of their motorcycles before fleeing the scene.
Troops of Sector 3 Operation Enduring Peace were immediately mobilised following the distress call but arrived after the attackers had escaped.
Efforts are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while patrols have been intensified in the area to prevent further criminal activity.
Plateau: troops launch manhunt after armed robbery attack in Bassa LGA
JNIM terrorists clashes with rival factions in rare encounter in Nigeria’s Kebbi state
Troops foil mob attack, rescue suspected terrorist in Danmusa in Katsina
Plateau: troops launch manhunt after armed robbery attack in Bassa LGA
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