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UNIFEMGA Honours Ali SAN, High court Judge, Registrar, 29 others in Ilorin on Feb. 10
UNIFEMGA Honours Ali SAN, High court Judge, Registrar, 29 others in Ilorin on Feb. 10
By: Michael Mike
All is now set as Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA) will on Saturday Feb. 10 celebrate 31 of its most distinguished members for their remarkable achievements and significant contributions to the growth of the Association.
In a statement from the National Secretariat of UNIFEMGA, Sister Shakirat Rasheed, the annual 14th edition of the award ceremony will take place at Bovina-View Hotel, Ilorin, Kwara State.
UNIFEMGA, comprising Muslim graduates from the erstwhile University of Ife, now Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife, Osun State, according to the statement aims to recognize and honor its standout members.
The event will also feature a lecture entitled “Restoring the Trust & Confidence of Nigerians in their Leaders,” to be delivered by Justice Salihu Oloruntoyin Muhammed, a retired grand qaadi of Kwara-State Shariah Court of Appeal while Mr. Abeni Muhammed (SAN) will preside over the event as the Chairman.
Among the distinguished honourees are Prof. Yusuf Laolu Ali (SAN), a Professor of Practice at Federal University of Oye-Ekiti, Justice Fatimah Adejoke Sodamade, a Judge of the High Court in Osun State, Mr. Adetunji Kamardeen Bakare, the OAU Registrar, Alhaji Hakeem Toyin Salami, Permanent Secretary in the Oyo State Civil Service, and Professor Mrs. Lateefa Moyosore-Oluwa Durosinmi.
Speaking on the choice of the honourees, Alhaji AbdulFattah Olanlege, the National President, said that the individuals being honored were meticulously selected for their outstanding accomplishments across various domains of human endeavours.
“We are delighted to celebrate these 31 distinguished members who have not only excelled in their chosen fields but have also made significant contributions to the growth and development of UNIFEMGA,” Olanlege said.
“Their achievements serve as an inspiration to all our members and showcase the immense potential of our association.”
The UNIFEMGA Honours Day since inception has celebrated over 200 personalities who had distinguished themselves.
It is expected to attract a large gathering of dignitaries, academics, professionals, and members of the Muslim community.
The event will also be streamed live to enable members from all over the world to participate.
UNIFEMGA Honours Ali SAN, High court Judge, Registrar, 29 others in Ilorin on Feb. 10
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Troops Arrest Five Suspected Drug Peddlers in Adamawa
Troops Arrest Five Suspected Drug Peddlers in Adamawa
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested five suspected drug peddlers during a night patrol in Mubi South Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Security sources said the suspects were apprehended at about 4:30 a.m. on May 3 during a routine patrol within the Mubi general area.
The sources disclosed that the arrest was made around the Fillin Ball area by troops of the 232 Battalion (Tactical).
According to the sources, the suspects were identified as Mohammed Usman, 28; Abubakar Ali, 26; Sani Usman, 28; Mohammed Kabiru Ahmed, 29; and Okasha Mohammed, 25.
They added that one of the suspects was found in possession of two live rounds of ammunition at the time of arrest.
The sources further said the suspects are currently in military custody for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Troops Arrest Five Suspected Drug Peddlers in Adamawa
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Troops Rescue Two Kidnap Victims in Adamawa, Search Ongoing for Others
Troops Rescue Two Kidnap Victims in Adamawa, Search Ongoing for Others
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued two kidnapped victims during a search-and-rescue operation in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Security sources said the operation was launched at about 4:32 a.m. on May 3 following a distress call on a kidnapping incident in the Korpallama general area.
The sources disclosed that troops of B Company, 144 Battalion, deployed in Gulak, in conjunction with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), mobilised to the location and conducted a search operation.
According to the sources, two victims—Barnabas Apagu, 12, and Ruth Apagu, 10—were successfully rescued during the operation.
They added that two other victims, identified as Rahila Apagu, 21, and Ijandri Apagu, 19, are still unaccounted for.
The sources further said efforts are ongoing to locate and rescue the remaining victims, while security operations in the area have been intensified.
Troops Rescue Two Kidnap Victims in Adamawa, Search Ongoing for Others
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Military Air Interdiction Destroys Terrorist Stronghold in Marte Axis
Military Air Interdiction Destroys Terrorist Stronghold in Marte Axis
By Zagazola Makama
The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai have successful execution of an air interdiction mission targeting a террорист stronghold in the Tumbuns general area of Borno State.
Sources disclosed that the operation was carried out in the early hours of May 1 at about 5:35 a.m. by coordinated air assets with additional support from military drones platforms for battle damage assessment.
According to the source, the mission followed credible intelligence indicating significant terrorist activity around the Metele and Dogon Chukwu axis, including the presence of fortified structures and extensive trench systems.
The sources further revealed that confirmatory intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) conducted a day earlier identified an island location with prominent structures believed to serve as storage facilities, as well as multiple defensive trenches.
“During the mission, over 20 insurgents were observed within the targeted structures. All identified targets were subsequently engaged in successive passes using precision-guided munitions,” the sources said.
He noted that the strikes resulted in the neutralisation of several terrorists elements and the destruction of their logistics bases and operational infrastructure.
Military Air Interdiction Destroys Terrorist Stronghold in Marte Axis
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