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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 arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected cattle rustler in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 4:20 p.m. on April 15, 2026, at Anule community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed in the area arrested the suspect during ongoing security operations.
The suspect is currently in custody, while further investigation is underway to determine possible links to cattle rustling activities in the area.
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected terrorist during an operation in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 5:19 p.m. on April 15, 2026, following intelligence on the presence of a suspected criminal hiding in Tse Atu community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed at Anguhah and Umbagbo swiftly responded and conducted a targeted operation in the area.
During the operation, one suspect was apprehended, while a motorcycle believed to be linked to the suspect was also recovered.
The suspect and the recovered item are currently in custody, while further investigation is ongoing to ascertain the suspect’s involvement in criminal activities.
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has distributed fertilisers to farmers across various Local Government Areas of Benue State as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative aimed at enhancing food security and strengthening civil-military relations.
The event, held on April 15, 2026, was conducted by the Commander, Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brig.-Gen. K.O. Bukoye, under the Army Headquarters Corporate Responsibility Project.
The initiative, themed “Using Agricultural Support to Improve Farming for Sustained Security,” is designed to support local farmers while promoting stability within the Joint Operations Area.
Security sources said the programme brought together community leaders, farmers, and other key stakeholders, alongside representatives of the OPWS Commander.
They noted that the intervention is part of ongoing efforts to foster cooperation between security forces and local communities, while addressing underlying factors contributing to insecurity.
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
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