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Strong and Independent Institutions Provides Solution To Corruption- Gov. Buni
Strong and Independent Institutions Provides Solution To Corruption- Gov. Buni
By: Mamman Mohammed
Yobe state Gov. Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON COMN, said strong and independent institutions can effectively check corruption, misappropriation and diversion of public funds.
The Governor stated this today when he received in audience the new Resident Anti-corruption Commissioner of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission in charge of Borno and Yobe states, Mr Linus Gubbi.
He said the establishment of the state Bureau on Public Procurement has checked over-invoicing in procurement, award of contracts and diversion of government resources.
“The state Bureau on Public Procurement has become strong through independence from the government, thereby improving transparency and accountability in governance.
“The oversight function by the various committees of the state House of Assembly has also added value to accountability and transparency in government activities” he said.
The Governor explained that the prudence in managing the state resources has supported the execution of the people oriented projects across the state.
He said the commendation from the commission would further spur government to improve on its policy of transparency, accountability and, Anti-corruption in all its transactions.
Gov. Buni directed Ministries, departments and agencies to collaborate with the ICPC on training of finance officers to block all leakages.
Earlier, Mr. Linus Gubbi said he was on tour of the state following his deployment as Commissioner in charge of Borno and Yobe states.
“We are also on a preventive and public enlightenment drive for us to collectively win the fight against corruption” he said.
He urged the Governor to establish anti corruption and transparency unit in ministries, departments and agencies to support ICPC in the fight against corruption.
The Commissioner congratulated Gov. Buni for the transparency and accountability awards won by the Yobe State from State Fiscal Transparency Accountability and Sustainability, a World Bank assisted programme, and the Association of Public Procurement Practioners of Nigeria for accountability, transparency and due process in governance.
Strong and Independent Institutions Provides Solution To Corruption- Gov. Buni
Police arrest suspected gunrunners, recover eight firearms in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Operatives of the Kaduna State Police Command have arrested two suspected gunrunners and recovered a cache of locally made weapons.
According to sources, the detectives acting on credible intelligence stormed Kurmin Kogi Village and apprehended the suspects Isah Bello, and Sa’idu Haruna, both of Damdami Village, Richifa Ward, Soba LGA.
The sources said the suspects confessed to being in possession of firearms and led investigators to their hideout, where four locally made guns and four locally made pistols were recovered.
The sources added that the suspects are in custody as discreet investigations continue.
Police arrest suspected gunrunners, recover eight firearms in Kaduna
Man attacked with hoe over alleged affair in Gombe
By: Zagazola Makama
Security personnel in Gombe have arrested a man for allegedly attacking another with a hoe over claims of adultery.
Sources told Zagazola Makama the incident occurred on Thursday at about 6:30 p.m. in Shongo Kagadama Village, Kwami Local Government Area, when one Musa Usman allegedly confronted Abdulmumini Misa, 38, accusing him of having an affair with his wife.
The suspect struck the victim on the head and injured his fingers on both hands, leaving him with serious wounds.
The victim was taken to the Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, where he is receiving treatment.
The sources say the suspect has been arrested and is under investigation.
Man attacked with hoe over alleged affair in Gombe
Bandits attack Zamfara village, abduct residents; 4 rescued, 9 security operatives missing
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits in large numbers attacked the outskirts of Adabka Village in Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Thursday night, abducting several residents.
Zagazola learnt that the incident occurred on Thursday at about 8:32 p.m., prompting a swift response from joint security forces stationed in the area.
A fierce gun battle ensued, leading to the rescue of four abducted persons. However, two Police Mobile Force (PMF) personnel and seven members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) were reported missing after the clash.
Security sources said search and rescue efforts are underway to locate the missing operatives and any other abducted villagers.
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Police arrest suspected gunrunners, recover eight firearms in Kaduna
Man attacked with hoe over alleged affair in Gombe
Bandits attack Zamfara village, abduct residents; 4 rescued, 9 security operatives missing
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