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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
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
An operative attached to a security unit in Niger State has died following an accidental discharge of a rifle at his duty post in Shiroro Local Government Area.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 10:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the operative, identified as Abubakar Iliya, 35, who was attached to a special hunters unit stationed at Galadiman-Kogo, reportedly fell from a sentry post.
During the fall, his cocked rifle disengaged and discharged, striking him in the abdomen and causing fatal injuries.
His remains were later evacuated by his unit for burial in accordance with customary rites.
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A canoe conveying seven passengers capsized while in transit between Jata and Kami Village in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, leaving several persons missing.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 7:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the canoe, carrying six females and one male passenger, overturned during the journey.
The passengers were identified as Mustapher Yakubu; Sahura Yakubu and her child; Zarifa Yakubu; Mommy Yakubu; Lizatu Yakubu; Zaratu Yusuf; and Sumaiya Ibrahim, all from Jata/Bmagara via Kami Village.
Rescue teams, including police and local divers, were immediately mobilised to the scene. The boat driver and his conductor were rescued alive, while search efforts are ongoing to locate the remaining passengers.
Authorities said further updates would be provided as rescue operations continue.
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have killed two people and razed homes during an attack on Konkoso Village in Niger State, security sources said.
According to sources, the incident occurred at about 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 17 when a large group of bandits invaded the village, shot two residents whose identities are yet to be confirmed, and set several houses on fire.
The attackers also looted shops and carted away food items before leaving Konkoso Village and moving toward Pissa Village in Pissa District.
Authorities said efforts are ongoing to track the bandits and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
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