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Senator Lawan donates N27m, 300 bags of rice to victims of a fire outbreak in Yobe.
Senator Lawan donates N27m, 300 bags of rice to victims of a fire outbreak in Yobe.
By Yahaya Wakili
Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, PhD, GCON, Yobe North Senatorial District, has donated a total sum of #27 million naira and 300 bags of rice to the victims of the recent fire outbreaks in the three local government areas at his constituents.
The affected local government areas are Machina, Nguru, and Yusufari. The former Senate President has sympathies for the victims of the fire outbreaks that affected several communities.
“These unfortunate incidents have caused significant loss and hardship, and my thoughts and prayers are with all those who have been impacted during this difficult time.
“It is our collective responsibility to stand together, support one another, and provide relief to those in need. As your representatives in the National Assembly, I am committed to ensuring that the affected communities receive the necessary assistance to recover, Senator Lawan said.
According to him, this assistance is aimed at complementing efforts by the Yobe state government in providing immediate relief to the affected families and helping them to recover from the devastating impact of the fire outbreaks.
He urged the distribution team at his foundation, SAIL Foundation, to ensure that these resources reach the intended beneficiaries in a fair and transparent manner.
Senator Lawan assures his constituents that he will continue to work tirelessly to support our communities and advocate for measures that will prevent such incidents in the future. Together, we will overcome this challenge and emerge stronger.
The breakdown of the support is as follows. Machina LGA, #12 million, and 150 bags of rice, which will be distributed in the Ngabarawa, Dole, Ghana, and Damai communities. Nguru LGA will receive #5 million and 50 bags of rice, which will be allocated to the Askema and Mirba communities, while Yusufari LGA will get #10 million and 100 bags of rice, which will be distributed to Tulo-Tulo and Isufuri, respectively.
He prayed, May Allah (SWT) grant us the strength to endure these trials and bless us with peace and prosperity in this holy month of Ramadan. Ameen.
Senator Lawan donates N27m, 300 bags of rice to victims of a fire outbreak in Yobe.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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