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Traditional Titles: The Turbanning of Dan Darman of Gbagyi
Traditional Titles: The Turbanning of Dan Darman of Gbagyi
By Balami Lazarus
My recent visit to Kaduna to conclude a book publishing business undertaken by an elder stateman who devoted his time to contribute to knowledge.
The elder is also an advocate of peace and unity among his people. In the course of doing the business, I received a phone call from a long-time friend Muhammad Sabiu Ali Danmaliki, whom we fondly call AliMore, informing me of the turbanning of our friend and brother with a traditional chieftancy title by His Royal Highness Ishayaku Yari (JP) at the Sa Gbagyi Palace in Ungwan Boro, Chikun Local Government Area, one of the chiefdoms in Kaduna State.
With this development, my mind immediately went to our days as young nen to the Kakuri Youth Development Association (KYDA), where I knew the hardworking and progressive Dan Darman. AliMore was the sole founder/president.
While myself and a few others, including the yet-mentioned Chief, were co-founders/mmembers. AliMore went further and told me that he still has in his custody some vital documents of the moribund body after over 30 years.
Our young Chief has contributed much to then KYDA. And reliable sources have it that he deserved the title given to him considering his endless contributions to his people and community.
Therefore, the recognition of young people (male and female) in the hierarchy of our traditional system of rulership is impressive, and what these young title holders are doing in terms of development and innovations for the progress of their kingdoms, emirates, and chiefdoms is encouraging.
At this point, you are still wondering, Who is this young man? Chief Wycliffe Shekoduza Lumson is the Dan Darman of Gbayi Chiefdom. Chief Lumson’s traditional title as Dan Darman means the Protector of the Gbagyi Chiefdom and, by extension, her ethnic nation. Ran kai dade Dan Darman. Balami, a Publisher/Columnist, 08036779290.
Traditional Titles: The Turbanning of Dan Darman of Gbagyi
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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