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Senator Lawan commissions new ICU at Specialist Hospital in Gashua

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Senator Lawan commissions new ICU at Specialist Hospital in Gashua

By: Yahaya Wakili

President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, Ph.D., GCON, Sardaunan Bade, has commissioned a new state-of-the-art Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the Specialist Hospital Gashua, in Bade local government area of Yobe state. He also donated a brand new ambulance to the hospital to enable it to cope with emergencies.

According to him, the Intensive Care Unit at the Specialist Hospital in Gashua is one of the only two in Nigeria, with the other located in Ekiti State.

“This facility, which I am honored to have played a role in establishing, is a testament to my commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, he said.

“As a representative of the people of Yobe North Senatorial District, I have witnessed firsthand the pressing need for enhanced healthcare services in our communities.

The lawmaker further revealed that the absence of adequate critical care facilities has resulted in countless preventable deaths and immeasurable suffering. The realization of this ICU today is a significant step towards addressing this challenge.

This ICU is equipped with the latest medical technology and staffed by highly skilled health care professionals. It features advanced ventilation systems, patient monitors, and life-saving equipment that will enable us to provide the highest level of care to critically ill patients.

“From victims of road accidents to those suffering from severe infections, ailments, or respiratory distress, this ICU will serve as a source of hope for our people.

He commends His Excellency, the Governor of Yobe State, Rt. Hon. Mai Mala Buni, CON, for giving health a place in priority areas. He has placed health on the list of top priority areas of concern, and he has constructed so many medical facilities across the state.

“What we have done here is actually to complement what the state governor is doing. After all, this establishment is a state government establishment. So, this infrastructure to support what is already here.” he said.

“I am grateful to His Excellency, Governor Buni, for giving us the opportunity to complement the efforts by state government.” Senator Lawan added.

The president of the Ninth Senate maintained that the Intensive Care Unit of the hospital is not to serve Yobe North Senatorial District (Zone C) alone but other parts of the state.

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Five soldiers killed, three missing in clash with insurgents in Niger

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Five soldiers killed, three missing in clash with insurgents in Niger

By: Zagazola Makama

Five soldiers were killed and three others declared missing following a clash between Nigerien Defence and Security Forces (FDS) and suspected Islamic State fighters in Sanam, Tillabéri Region of western Niger.

Security sources said the incident occurred on Feb. 12, 2026, during a confrontation between troops and suspected members of the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS) operating in the area.

The clash reportedly took place in Sanam Zone, a locality near the Niger–Mali border known for recurrent armed attacks by jihadist groups.

According to the sources, the soldiers were engaged in an operation when they came under heavy attack, leading to a standoff. Five personnel were confirmed dead, while three others were declared missing after the encounter.

The Tillabéri Region has remained a hotspot of insurgent activities due to its proximity to Mali and Burkina Faso, with security forces frequently conducting operations to contain armed groups.

Authorities are yet to release an official statement on the latest incident, while search efforts are reportedly ongoing to locate the missing soldiers.

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Army, police rescue 12 kidnapped victims in Ekiti border attack

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Army, police rescue 12 kidnapped victims in Ekiti border attack

By: Zagazola Makama

A Combined Army and Police operatives have rescued 12 kidnapped victims following an armed attack by suspected kidnappers in Oke-Ako area of Ekiti State.

Sources disclosed that the incident occurred on Feb. 13 at about 9:00 a.m., when sporadic gunfire was heard near their base. Preliminary assessment indicated the gunshots were from an assault launched by suspected kidnappers in the area.

Army troops, in collaboration RRS,Anti-Kidnapping Squad (AKS), and local security outfits, swiftly mobilised to the scene. On sighting the security forces, the attackers engaged in a gun duel, but were overpowered and forced to retreat into the forest, taking two victims with them.

Through intensified operations, the security forces successfully rescued 12 victims unhurt, while one, identified as Jeremiah Gambo, sustained a gunshot injury and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital in Ikole Local Government Area for treatment.

The troops also recovered an unregistered Boxer Bajaj motorcycle, a white Nissan Cabstar pick-up with registration number EJG-96XB, and a wine-coloured Toyota Corolla with registration number KLE-575AE, all belonging to the victims.

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Forest guard arrested for allegedly killing son in Monguno, Borno

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Forest guard arrested for allegedly killing son in Monguno, Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

A member of the Forest Guard in Monguno Local Government Area of Borno State has been arrested for allegedly shooting his son to death.

Sources said the incident occurred on Feb. 13 at about 5:40 p.m. at the RRR Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Camp in Monguno.

The case was reported to the Monguno Division at about 6:20 p.m. by Maidugu Mustapha of Gana Ali Ward, who alleged that Mohammed Ibrahim Angoli, 28, a Forest Guard member, fatally shot his 24-year-old son, Ajiya Mustapha, in the back with an AK-47 rifle.

The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Monguno led a patrol team to the scene, where photographs were taken and the victim was evacuated to General Hospital, Monguno.

A medical doctor on duty confirmed the victim dead on arrival. The corpse was subsequently deposited at the hospital mortuary for autopsy.

The suspect has been arrested and the firearm recovered as exhibit.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Maiduguri, has commenced investigation into the incident.

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