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Subsidy: Kadafur flags off the distribution of food palliative in Biu LG
Subsidy: Kadafur flags off the distribution of food palliative in Biu LG.
By: Our Reporter
7600 people from 12 wards Comprised of 270 units of Biu local government are to benefit from the Food palliative.
Commissions 300 Housing Units built by Borno State Government at Miringa Town.
Borno State Deputy Governor H.E Umar Usman Kadafur in line with the present administration of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum efforts to cushion the hardship being experienced by the people as a result of fuel subsidy removal has today unveiled the distribution of food palliative to 270 units of12 wards in Biu Local Government.
It could be recalled now that since last week, Borno State Government have been distributing food palliative in line with the Federal Government directive to assist the less privilege to cushion their hardship as a result of fuel subsidy removal, the gesture has now been extended to Southern Borno
The deputy governor said modalities for the distribution to reach all beneficiaries have been mapped out and urged the people to be orderly and conduct themselves peacefully to ensure smooth distribution.
The deputy governor said all local governments in Borno State would benefit from the distribution of palliative as directed by the federal government to relief the hardship been experienced as a result of subsidy removal.
The deputy governor subsequently commissioned 300 housing units constructed by the Borno State Government as part of the state government resettlement drive of displaced people as a result of insurgency adding that IDPS from from communities in Gur, Mandara Girau, Miringa and Buratai are expected to benefit from the 300 houses.
The deputy governor promised that the construction of additional 300 hundred housing estate will begin soon in Biu.
In his remarks during the commissioning of the houses the Commissioner Ministry of RRR Engineer Ibrahim Idriss Garba said the 300 houses semi detachable single 2 rooms in each block constructed by the Ministry of RRR will accommodate 2 households each.
In his welcome address the local government Chairman ,Alhaji Sule Ali Yimi commended the Borno State Government under the leadership of Prof Babagana Umara Zulum said alot of development projects were executed in Biu and expressed hope that more are coming.
The Chairman appealed to the people to continue to support the present administration of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum for more dividends of democracy .
The Emir of Biu, His Royal Highness, Mai Mustapha Umar Mustapha 2 also thank governor and his deputy for their concern to the people of Biu and Biu Emirate Council where he said alot have been achieved in the last four years adding that the construction of 300 housing units in Miringa and distribution of palliative today came at the right time.
The deputy governor and his entourage were later at the Emir’s Palace to pay a homage and seek for the blessing of the Royal father.
Subsidy: Kadafur flags off the distribution of food palliative in Biu LG
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have arrested two suspected terrorist informants and logistics suppliers in Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended on Sept. 4 during a fighting patrol to Yaka village by a quick response team.
The suspects, according to the source, are in troop custody for further investigation and action.
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
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Troops repel terrorist attacks in Sokoto, rescue driver, as locals accosted 7 terrorists, killed 4
Troops repel terrorist attacks in Sokoto, rescue driver, as locals accosted 7 terrorists, killed 4
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have repelled terrorist attacks in parts of Sokoto State, rescuing a driver and preventing further abductions.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that on Sept. 3, at about 6:12 p.m., troops of 8 Division, while on a fighting patrol along Sabon Birnin–Isa Road, engaged terrorists who attempted to block the route.
“The terrorists were forced to flee after a fierce exchange of fire. Troops rescued a driver conveying frozen fish and assisted in towing his vehicle to Sabon Birnin,” he said.
The source added that later, on the same day at about 11:30 p.m., terrorists invaded Tungar Makera village in Wurno Local Government Area and kidnapped four locals before fleeing.
“Troops pursued the terrorists but could not make contact. However, on Sept. 4, at about 8:55 a.m., locals accosted seven suspected terrorists in Kaura village, Shagari Local Government Area.
“Unfortunately, four of the suspects were lynched by a mob led by Yansakai vigilantes before troops arrived. Troops rescued the remaining three suspects and handed them over to security authorities for further action,” the source said.
Troops repel terrorist attacks in Sokoto, rescue driver, as locals accosted 7 terrorists, killed 4
Troops arrest 3 suspected kidnappers in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have arrested three suspected kidnappers in Rijau Local Government Area of Niger State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended on Sept. 4 when local vigilantes in Dukku town handed them over to troops on routine patrol along the Rijau–Duku axis.
The suspects were identified as Mohammed Mohammed, 30, Babe Sanda, 25, and Buba Matilo, 25.
According to the sources, the suspects confessed to abducting two locals from Dukku town and taking them to a terrorist hideout in Duku Forest.
The suspects are currently in troop custody for further investigation and action.
Troops arrest 3 suspected kidnappers in Niger State
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
Troops repel terrorist attacks in Sokoto, rescue driver, as locals accosted 7 terrorists, killed 4
Troops arrest 3 suspected kidnappers in Niger State
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