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Senator Lawan commiserates with Tikau Emirate over the demise of Emir Abubakar
Senator Lawan commiserates with Tikau Emirate over the demise of Emir Abubakar.
By: Yahaya Wakili
President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, Ph.D., GCON, Sardaunan Bade. Yobe North Senatorial District was today at the palace of the Emir of Tikau in the Nangere local government area of Yobe State to extend his heartfelt condolences over the passing of the late Emir on Friday.
The loss of such a revered and esteemed monarch has deeply saddened the entire people of Yobe State and myself.
“The Emir of Tikau, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Ibn Grema, was a first-class cheif and paramount piller of the Karai-karai people.” Senator Lawan said.
He was installed on July 25, 2001, and spent 23 years on the throne before his death.
The late monarch was a piller of strength and wisdom, and he dedicated his reign to serving the Tikau emirate and upholding our traditional values as a people of Yobe state origin.
During his visit, the President of the Ninth Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, expressed his deepest sympathies to the Emir’s family and loved ones and assured them that the people of Yobe North Senatorial District stand in solidarity with them during this period of mourning.
Senator Lawan maintained that “the Emir’s passing has left a void that will be difficult to fill, but I am confident that together we can honor his memory by celebrating his legacies and living by the values he exemplified while alive.
May Almighty Allah (SWT) grant the soul of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Ibn Grema, rest in Aljannatul Firdaus. Ameen. Senator Ahmed Lawan prayed.
Senator Lawan commiserates with Tikau Emirate over the demise of Emir Abubakar.
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Edo During Search Operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation MESA, in collaboration with the Nigeria Police, local vigilantes and hunters, have rescued a kidnapped civilian in Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State.
Security sources said the troops, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Udomi, responded to credible intelligence at about 9:00 a.m. on April 21 regarding the abduction of a civilian in the Amendokhian general area.
The troops immediately launched a search-and-rescue operation and successfully secured the release of the victim.
The victim has since been reunited with family members, while efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend the perpetrators.
Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim in Edo During Search Operation
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.
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