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Senator Lawan donates N5m to families of victims of the Mafa attack in Yobe
Senator Lawan donates N5m to families of victims of the Mafa attack in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
President of the Ninth Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan Ph.D., GCON, Sardaunan Bade, Yobe North Senatorial District, has donated the sum of $5 million to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the recent insurgent attack on Mafa village in Tarmuwa local government area of Yobe state.
The attack, which occurred at about 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 1, 2024, resulted in the deaths of several innocent civilians and the burning and destruction of properties.
Presenting the funds to the Emir, the leader of the delegation, Hon. Yau Usman Dachia, Deputy Speaker Yobe State House of Assembly, said Senator Ahmed Lawan has strongly condemned the heinous act of violence.
He said the president of the 9th Senate extends his heartfelt condolences to the Emir, Alhaji Hamza Ibn Buba Mashio, the bereaved families of the victims, the Jajere emirate council, and the entire people of the Tarmuwa local government area.
The former president of the Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, also condoled His Excellency, Yobe state governor, Rt. Hon. Mai Mala Buni (CON), Chiroman Gujba, the state government, and the entire people of Yobe state.
He extends his prayers to Almighty Allah (SWT) to forgive their shortcomings and grant the souls of the victims eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus.
In his remarks, His Royal Highness, the Emir of Jajere, Alhaji Hamza Ibn Buba Mashio, expressed his appreciation and thanked Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, Ph.D., GCON, Sardaunan Bade, for the assistance he rendered to the families of the victims.
The delegations are Hon. Yau Usman Dachia, Deputy Speaker Yobe State House of Assembly leader; Hon. Sanda Kara Bade, member representing Bade East, Yobe State House of Assembly; Hon. Umaru Aguwa, Executive Chairman Jakusko local government; and Hon. Ibrahim Babagana Yurema, Executive Chairman Bade local government.
Others include Alhaji Adamu Lamido, APC Chairman Jakusko local government area, Alhaji Usman Nan, Malam Tsoho Mele, Malam Buba Dogona, Alhaji Yakubu Isa, Malam Sani Musa Mai Goro, Malam Habu Garkuwa, and Alhaji Abubakar Yabaze, among others.
Senator Lawan donates N5m to families of victims of the Mafa attack in Yobe
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Hope in the Hard Times: Ashlee Momoh Foundation Spreads Easter Joy to Military Widows
Hope in the Hard Times: Ashlee Momoh Foundation Spreads Easter Joy to Military Widows
By Comrade Philip O. Ikodor
The Ashlee Momoh Foundation (AMF), a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the families of fallen officers, brought Easter cheer to military widows at Breden Estate, Airport Road, Abuja, on April 2nd, 2026. The event was a poignant celebration of hope, renewal, and the triumph of light over darkness, as Princess Ashlee Omonegho Momoh, Lead/Founder of AMF, emphasized in her address.

“Easter is the season of renewal, hope, and the triumph of light over darkness,” Princess Ashlee said. “It reminds us that even after the longest winter, spring arrives and even after the deepest sorrow, there is the possibility of a new dawn.” The outreach was designed to show support and encouragement to the military widows, and to felicitate with them on the occasion of Easter.

Princess Ashlee Momoh reassured the widows that while their loved ones are no longer physically present, their legacy lives on, and AMF is committed to standing with them, supporting them, and celebrating their strength. “Today, we celebrate you, our heroes’ widows, and the sacrifices you’ve made,” she said.
The event was filled with moments of joy and fulfilment, as beneficiaries received gift items, cash gifts, and scholarship opportunities. The Foundation also announced enlistment for skill acquisition and empowerment programs, aimed at equipping the widows with the tools they need to rebuild their lives.

The outreach was a testament to AMF’s unwavering commitment to supporting the families of fallen officers, and its dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of those who have made immense sacrifices for their country. As one beneficiary put it, “This Easter, we’ve received more than just gifts – we’ve received hope, love, and a sense of belonging.”

The Ashlee Momoh Foundation’s Easter outreach was a powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is always hope, and that together, we can overcome any challenge.
Hope in the Hard Times: Ashlee Momoh Foundation Spreads Easter Joy to Military Widows
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Six die, 12 injured in Kwara road crash
Six die, 12 injured in Kwara road crash
By: Zagazola Makama
Six persons have been confirmed dead and 12 others injured in a fatal road traffic accident along the Okolowo–Jebba expressway in Kwara State.
Police sources said the accident occurred at about 6:00 a.m. on April 2 near Danjuma Bakery area, involving a Toyota Hummer bus and a stationary truck.
According to the sources, the bus with registration number BTR-161-XA was conveying 18 passengers from Lagos State to Katsina State when it rammed into a parked truck with registration number BUU-495-ZD.
The truck was reportedly driven by Kamarudeen Abdullahi, said to be from Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The impact of the collision resulted in the death of six passengers on the spot, while 12 others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
The injured victims were rushed to the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Oke-Oyi, for medical attention, while the remains of the deceased were deposited in the hospital morgue for autopsy.
Police said investigation had commenced to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Six die, 12 injured in Kwara road crash
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Troops neutralise three suspected terrorists in Plateau
Troops neutralise three suspected terrorists in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 2 Operation Enduring Peace have neutralised three suspected terrorists during an ambush operation at Karem village in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 9:00 p.m. on April 2 following credible intelligence on the movement of armed men on three motorcycles heading towards the community.
The sources disclosed that troops swiftly mobilised and laid an ambush along the route leading into the village.
“Contact was made with the terrorists, and troops engaged them with superior firepower, resulting in the neutralisation of three of the assailants,” the source said.
He added that a follow-up exploitation of the scene led to the recovery of the bodies of the neutralised suspects.
However, no weapons or motorcycles were recovered, as fleeing members of the group were believed to have evacuated them during the encounter.
The source said efforts were ongoing to track and intercept the fleeing suspects, with troops maintaining high morale and operational readiness.
Troops neutralise three suspected terrorists in Plateau
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