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Wives of detained soldiers in the 7 Division of the Nigerian Army ask President Tinubu for clemency for husbands
Wives of detained soldiers in the 7 Division of the Nigerian Army ask President Tinubu for clemency for husbands
By: Bodunrin Kayode
A group of women under the aegis of wives of soldiers detained for violating army rules have called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene and pardon their husbands for any offence they must have committed before being locked up by the military while awaiting trial.
They maintained that in the spirit of the 65th independence anniversary of Nigeria, their country which they served before theses court Marshall offences were slammed on their necks the President should pardon them.
Speaking on behalf of about 30 other women whose bread winners have been incarcerated for various offences by the 7 division of the Nigerian Army, Rose David, a mother of three said if the federal government can pardon surrendered and deradicalised insurgents, their spouses should be pardoned too.
In her statement, she noted that she “humbly appeal for mercy and forgiveness” for the detained soldiers of the Nigerian Army who are at the 7 Division Military Police Facility in Maiduguri.
She regretted that their husbands have been held for months over various offences adding that they acknowledged their mistakes, having deeply reflected over it and now are seeking for a second chance to serve their country with renewed loyalty.
“We respectfully call on His Excellency, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to grant them a presidential pardon.
“We also appeal to the National Assembly, the Executive Governor of Borno State, and all Nigerians of goodwill to support this plea.
” It is important to remember that amnesty has been extended to repentant insurgents and bandits who once raised arms against the state.
“These soldiers are Nigerians too — men who once risked their lives to defend our people and preserve our nation. They deserve the same mercy, so they can once again fight for peace, unity, and security.
“This is not a call for sympathy, but for justice with compassion. Their service and sacrifices should not be forgotten. Granting them pardon will not only restore their dignity but also strengthen the bond of trust between the nation and those who defend it.
” We appeal for mercy. We appeal for a Presidential Pardon. We appeal for the support of all Nigerians. God bless the President. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.” Said Rose.
Esther Steven, her brother was arrested because of bullets found on him.
Wives of detained soldiers in the 7 Division of the Nigerian Army ask President Tinubu for clemency for husbands
Police officer dies, 17 injured in auto crash along Potiskum–Bauchi road
By: Zagazola Makama
A senior police officer has died while 17 other passengers sustained injuries following a road accident along the Potiskum–Bauchi highway in Yobe State.
Sources said the crash occurred at about 3:15 p.m. on Feb. 21 near the bye-pass roundabout area of PKM on the outskirts of Potiskum.
The vehicle, a Toyota Hummer Bus belonging to Borno Express and conveying 18 passengers from Kaduna to Maiduguri, reportedly lost control after the rear tyre rim on the passenger side suddenly detached.
According to the sources , the driver veered off the road into a bush, resulting in fatal and multiple injuries.
One of the passengers, ACP Abubakar Ibrahim Balteh, 45, attached to the Borno State Police Command, sustained a severe head injury and died on the spot.
Two male and two female passengers escaped unhurt, while 13 others suffered serious injuries of varying degrees.
The injured victims and the deceased were evacuated to the General Hospital Potiskum for treatment and autopsy.
Police officer dies, 17 injured in auto crash along Potiskum–Bauchi road
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA humiliate Lakurawa terrorists
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have neutralised several of suspected Lakurawa terrorist elements following a failed attack on Dadinkowa community in Kebbi State.
Local intelligence sources said the armed group attempted to raid a local market in the early hours of Sunday and blocked a major access road into the community to facilitate the operation.
The sources disclosed that security forces responded swiftly after receiving distress alerts and engaged the attackers in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to retreat.
According to the sources, several of the assailants were neutralised during the encounter, while others escaped with suspected gunshot wounds.
The attempted market raid was successfully foiled, preventing potential civilian casualties and destruction of property.
Troops have since intensified patrols and clearance operations around Dadinkowa and adjoining areas to track fleeing elements and stabilise the security environment.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA humiliate Lakurawa terrorists
One killed as suspected IPOB/ESN militants attack Ogbakoba Market in Anambra
By: Zagazola Makama
A 15-year-old boy was killed while security operatives repelled an attack by suspected members of the proscribed IPOB/ESN militia at Ogbakoba Market Arena in Anambra State.
Sources said the incident occurred on Feb. 21 at about 1:40 p.m., when a group of armed hoodlums emerged from a dense forest camp at Amiyi and opened sporadic fire at market-goers, apparently attempting to kidnap or rob residents.
A joint task force patrol team stationed at Amiyi responded swiftly, engaging the attackers in a fierce gun duel that forced them to retreat into the forest with bullet wounds. The injured boy was rushed to the village hospital but was confirmed dead on arrival. His body was deposited in the morgue for autopsy and preservation.
The sources added that later the same day at about 8:30 p.m., the armed group resurfaced near the community, snatching a shuttle bus with registration number HAL 987 XA and a GSM phone belonging to one Mr. Kinsley Iwunze of Okpotuno Odekpe, Ogbaru LGA.
Security operatives immediately dispatched teams to the scene, but the hoodlums had fled. Authorities said an aggressive manhunt was ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
One killed as suspected IPOB/ESN militants attack Ogbakoba Market in Anambra
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Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA humiliate Lakurawa terrorists
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