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Sudan seeks implementation of signed agreement in Jeddah
Sudan seeks implementation of signed agreement in Jeddah
By: Michael Mike
The Government of Sudan has reiterated the call for the implementation of a signed declaration between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) which was held in Jeddah, to bolster peace.
Dr Gebriel Ibrahim, Minister of Finance and Economic Planning of Sudan, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja, while briefing newsmen on the war situation in the country.
Ibrahim spoke in view of the 2024 African Caucus Meeting of Governors of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group (WBG) held between Aug. 1 and Aug. 3.
The Caucus was established in 1963 to strengthen Africa’s voice through Ministers of Finance and Governors of the Central Bank or officials designated as such by the governments of African countries.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the signed declaration between SAF and RSF seeks to guide the conduct of SAF and RSF to ease humanitarian assistance and restore essential services such as electricity and water, among other things.
The declaration was requested by the SAF and RSF during pre-negotiation talks mediated by the U.S. and Saudi Arabia to emphasise the agreement reached to help civilians suffering in the war.
Ibrahim said, “The U.S. recently proposed a meeting between the SAF and RSF in Switzerland in September, but they forgot we already held one in Jeddah and signed the declaration on May 11, 2023.
“So, we are telling them that instead of calling for new talks, why not implement the Jeddah Declaration signed by both RSF and SAF?
“Then, we can start talking about peace if that is what the U.S. wants to do; not to give the RSF legitimacy to be part of the political and military scene in the future.”
The minister decried the effect of the war which had lingered for more than 15 months, noting that it had hindered trade operations and other economic activities across the country.
“Although the war has lingered, the country still possesses an agricultural potential that could provide food security in Africa through adequate investment.”
According to him, Sudan’s agricultural potential is one of the biggest in Africa, as the country is the first food basket of the continent with a large population and hybrid of religion.
Ibrahim said, “We have to plan for our food security, and if Africa wants to boost its food production, it has to invest in Sudan, among other countries.
“Of course, Sudan has a comparative advantage in food production. Sudan is also rich in solid minerals as the country is strategically positioned on the Red Sea.
“All of us know that international trade now moves from East to West, even for Nigeria importing goods from China, it is faster and cost-effective to import goods from the Red Sea.
“So, we need infrastructure, roads and railways that make the connection between the conduit of the Red Sea and African countries possible and fast,” he said.
He recounted Sudan’s trade ties with Nigeria, saying that plans were on to further strengthen the cooperation between both countries.
Ibrahim decried Sudan’s political instability as having resulted in the displacement of no fewer than 10 million people in Khartoum.
“Some have to find refuge in Nigeria,” he added.
He further said that strategic measures had been taken to revive the economic base of the country to restore what was lost during the war.
Sudan seeks implementation of signed agreement in Jeddah
Bandits kill seven Zamfara Community Protection Guards, cart away firearms
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have killed five members of the Community Protection Guard (CPG) and two civilians in a deadly attack in Jangebe town, Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred on Friday afternoon when five CPG personnel, including their Unit Commander, went to assist in cultivating a farm on the outskirts of the village.
The victims were ambushed by the assailants while working on the farm and all five CPG members were shot dead. Two other civilians – a male and a female – working on a nearby farm were also killed during the assault.
Security sources said two pump-action rifles belonging to the CPG were stolen by the attackers.
Security forces have launched a manhunt for the fleeing bandits and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Bandits kill seven Zamfara Community Protection Guards, cart away firearms
Troops foil suspected bandit attack, intercept surveillance drone in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have foiled a suspected banditry attack on military camps located around Sabuwa and Faskari Local Government Areas, and intercepted an unidentified surveillance drone suspected to have been deployed by the criminals.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident occurred at about 10:25 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, when armed men on motorcycles were sighted moving suspiciously around Maiganguma village axis in the two LGAs.
According to security sources, a drone was simultaneously observed hovering over the general area of Dandume and Machika villages, particularly around the perimeters of the Operation Sharan Daji Camp and Machika Military Super Camp.
Troops stationed in the vicinity reportedly made inquiries across security formations to confirm whether the drone belonged to any friendly forces. All units, however, denied ownership or deployment of any drone in the area.
After a few minutes, the drone was seen maneuvering behind the Wori Rock and later re-emerged in the air, prompting patrol teams to open fire. The suspected operator reportedly flew the drone back towards Wori Rock, after which it vanished.
Troops gave chase to the motorcycle-riding suspects who fled into the bush, evading capture. No casualty was reported during the incident.
Security authorities said investigations were ongoing to identify the drone operators and uncover any surveillance or targeting plans linked to the suspected bandits.
Troops foil suspected bandit attack, intercept surveillance drone in Katsina
Bandits rustle cattle, injure two in Katsina; ambush police, damage patrol APC
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits in the early hours of Friday stormed Unguwar Gada Village in Kafur Local Government Area of Katsina State, rustling an undisclosed number of cattle and injuring two villagers in the process.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the attackers, who struck at about 12:45 a.m., fled with the stolen livestock through Rereji Village in neighbouring Malumfashi LGA.
During the raid, the assailants shot two residents identified as Sani Yau, and Umar Shamsu, both of whom sustained gunshot injuries and were rushed to the General Hospital in Malumfashi for medical attention.
Police personnel and other joint forces respond to the incident. However, the bandits laid an ambush for the security operatives and opened fire on them.
In the course of the attack, the front tyres of the police Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) were destroyed, and its engine also sustained significant damage, rendering the vehicle immobile.
Security forces have intensified patrols in the area and launched a manhunt for the perpetrators.
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