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We’re Commited to Preserve Railway Infrastructure, Borno state Government Assures
We’re Commited to Preserve Railway Infrastructure, Borno state Government Assures
By: Babagana Bukar Wakil
Borno State Deputy Governor, Usman Umar Kadafur has assured People of railway Quarters Community in Maiduguri of government’s commitment to preserve Railway infrastructure.
Deputy Usman Umar Usman Kadafur stated this when he visited the site this morning to inspected the railway coaches intercepted by Security agencies as it is been diverted and on it way out of the State for an unknown destination.
He explained that Governor Baba Gana Umara Zulum led administration is a people centred government which respond to yearning of people at any time, hence the need to support the Community in preserving their facilities.
Usman Umar Kadafur assured the residence that the Borno State Government will not allow such things to happens again by ensuring surveillance on governent properties and commended the People of the Community for their prompt notice to Security agencies and also urged to always report such to the authority concern.
He noted that the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was working to restore railway system in the Country to ease transportation and create job, which will not support any act of vandalism on its facilities.
The Deputy Governor also assured to look into the issue raised by the railway Quarters Community especially about some of the lodgings and residence which turn into a rendezvous of prostitution and other anti social behavior.
Earlier speaking, the Village head of railway Quarters Community also known as (Goni Damgari) Lawan Mala Modu Gaji appeal to the Government of Borno State to intervene into the issues of thief of railway coaches which will safeguard the development of the area.
Similarly, Coordinator Community Child Protection Committee of the railway Quarters Progressive Organization, Goni Baba Dikwa says teenage and adolescence Girls were at risk of developing into the ill vices if government do not expediate action on the stoppage or demolition of these structures.
It could be recall that Borno State Police Command on Saturday averted the theft of some train coaches owned by the Nigerian Railway Corporation
Earlier on Saturday, a source confided in our correspondent that police officers, acting on a tip-off by good samaritans in the area, apprehended alleged thieves who tried to steal some train coaches at the Maiduguri Railway Terminus.
The source said, “A suspected theft of train coaches of the Nigerian Railway Corporation was foiled at the Maiduguri Railway Terminus following a tip-off by good samaritans. The suspects were also apprehended by the police.
When contacted for confirmation, the spokesperson for the Nigerian Railway Corporation, Mahmood Yakubu, denied knowledge of the incident but asked our correspondent to reach the regional manager for details.
The incident was however confirmed by the spokesperson for the Borno state police command, Sami Kamilu.
Police arraign six men for alleged burglary, theft.
He added that six suspects had been arrested.
We’re Commited to Preserve Railway Infrastructure, Borno state Government Assures
Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Incident in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 3 of Operation Enduring Peace intervened in a reported case of farm destruction caused by cattle grazing in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the troops responded at about 1:30 p.m. on May 19 following a report that farmland belonging to one Bitrus Isah had been damaged by cattle allegedly owned by one Abdul Abu at Rigochongo village.
On arrival at the scene, the troops reportedly intercepted 49 cows and nine sheep grazing on the farmland without any herder present.
The livestock were secured to prevent further destruction and escalation of tension in the community.
Security sources said both parties involved were subsequently invited for amicable resolution of the dispute in order to maintain peace and prevent reprisal actions.
Authorities added that the intervention formed part of ongoing efforts to manage farmer-herder-related conflicts and sustain harmony across communities in Plateau State.
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Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 71 of Operation Enduring Peace have foiled a kidnapping attempt along a highway in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred at about 12:15 a.m. on May 21 when troops deployed at Ungwan Gora checkpoint responded to distress information on suspected kidnappers operating along the road at Ungwan Dariya village.
The troops reportedly moved swiftly to the location, forcing the suspected kidnappers to abandon their mission and flee into surrounding areas.
During the operation, one victim was rescued with injuries sustained during the attack.
The victim was immediately evacuated to Confidence Hospital, Fadan Karshi, for medical treatment.
Security sources said efforts were ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while patrols had been intensified along the axis to prevent further incidents.
Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
Suspected Kidnap Collaborator Dies in Custody After Arrest in Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected collaborator of kidnappers has died after becoming unconscious while in military custody in Nasarawa State.
Security sources said troops of Sector 2 under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) intercepted the suspect at about 7:00 a.m. on May 19 at Ancha community in Akwanga Local Government Area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended at Anguwan Makama following allegations of involvement in activities linked to kidnapping operations in the area.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly became unconscious.
He was immediately evacuated to Nunku Primary Health Care Centre for medical attention, where he was confirmed dead by health officials.
Sources added that the remains of the deceased were released to his family for burial in accordance with local customs.
Security authorities said further assessment would continue in line with standard procedures, while operations against kidnapping networks in the area remain ongoing.
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