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Yobe correspondents’ chapel elects Ahmed Isah as chairman

Yobe correspondents’ chapel elects Ahmed Isah as chairman
By: Yahaya Wakili
The Correspondents Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Yobe State chapter, has elected its executives to run the affairs of the chapel for three years.
The elections were conducted peacefully, freely, and fairly, and those who were elected are Alhaji Ahmed Isah Abba of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) as chairman, Mr. Musa Buba Mingyi of Channel TV as vice chairman, and Sa’adatu Maina of Neptune Prime as treasurer; all of them were elected unopposed. While Habibu Gimba Idris of Daily Trust emerged as a secretary.
In his acceptance shortly after the election, Alhaji Ahmed Abba extended his heartfelt gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting us the opportunity to witness this important and historic moment. It is only by his divine grace that we are here today, and to him alone belongs all praise.
He thanks the electoral committee for the remarkable dedication and sacrifice you demonstrated throughout the election process. Your commitment to due process and transparency is highly commendable.
“My profound appreciation also goes to the leadership of the Yobe State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists under the able leadership of Comrade Rajav Ismail Mohammed for facilitating this election in accordance with the constitution of our great union. Your role in ensuring a smooth, credible, and peaceful process is worthy of emulation. Abba said.
The chairman thanks the esteemed members of the correspondents’ chapel for being deeply humbled and honored by the trust and confidence you have once again reposed in us to steer the affairs of the chapel for another term of three years.
Although our first tenure was marked by notable achievements, we also faced a number of challenges, which is natural in any human endeavor. However, your unwavering support has been a source of encouragement, and we remain firmly committed to consolidating our gains and striving for even greater accomplishment.
He uses this medium to express our appreciation to the government of Yobe State under the leadership of His Excellency, Governor Mai Mala Buni, CON, COMN, Chiroman Gujba, for the numerous developmental projects executed across the state.
Ahmed Isah also expressed his gratitude to the Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Information, Home Affairs, and Culture, Alhaji Abdullahi Bego, and the Director General of Press and Media Affairs to the governor, Alhaji Mamman Mohammed, for their support.
Yobe correspondents’ chapel elects Ahmed Isah as chairman
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Man kills father during domestic dispute in Bauchi community

Man kills father during domestic dispute in Bauchi community
By: Zagazola Makama
A man, identified as Limam Muhammad Baba, has allegedly killed his biological father, Malam Baba Siti, during a domestic altercation.
The tragic incident occurred on Thursday, July 3, at about 10:15 p.m., in Uzum village, Giade Local Government Area of Bauchi State, when an argument between the two escalated, leading Limam to strike his father on the head with a stick.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the victim collapsed immediately and lost consciousness.
Police sources say “The report was received at the Giade Divisional Police Headquarters at about 10:30 p.m. that the suspect used force on his biological father by striking him on the head with a stick, leading to the victim falling unconscious.
He added that a team of police operatives was immediately mobilised to the scene. The suspect was arrested, and the victim was taken to the General Hospital in Giade, where a medical doctor confirmed him dead on arrival.
The police sources said the body of the deceased was deposited at the hospital morgue while an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident has commenced.
He assured that the suspect would be charged to court upon completion of investigation.
Man kills father during domestic dispute in Bauchi community
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Deputy chairman of Katsina-Ala LGA attacked, four suspects arrested

Deputy chairman of Katsina-Ala LGA attacked, four suspects arrested
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forces have apprehended four suspects in connection with an attack on the Deputy Chairman of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area, Mr Christopher Chia.
Sources told Zagazola Makama, that the incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, July 3, when Chia was reportedly attacked by a group of young men suspected to be cultists.
The sources said the police received a distress call from the victim at about 6:00 a.m.
“Police patrol and tactical teams were immediately deployed to the scene. The victim was rescued and taken to Toro Hospital in Katsina-Ala, where he was treated and later discharged,” said the sources.
According to the sources, preliminary investigation led to the arrest of four suspects, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the prime suspect identified simply as Richard, a member of the Black Axe confraternity, who is currently at large.
The sources added that the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has commenced a full investigation into the matter to unravel the motive behind the attack and bring all those involved to justice.
Deputy chairman of Katsina-Ala LGA attacked, four suspects arrested
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Joint task force rescues kidnap victim in Abuja after 40km forest operation

Joint task force rescues kidnap victim in Abuja after 40km forest operation
By: Zagazola Makama
A joint task force comprising operatives of the
Department of State Services (DSS), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, local hunters, and vigilantes has successfully rescued a kidnap victim, Rasheed Soyinka, after a 40-kilometre forest operation across parts of Abuja.
Zagazola Makama learnt that the victim was abducted at gunpoint from his residence in Sabon Lugbe in the early hours of July 3, prompting a swift multi-agency response.
Shortly after the abduction, which occurred around 1:00 a.m., a joint task force involving the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, DSS operatives, local hunters, and vigilante groups, swung into action.
The coordinated operation, extended through Dafara via Gau Forest in Kuje Area Council and continued into Kabin Mongoro and Kwaita forests in Kwali Area Council, covering an estimated distance of 40 kilometres.
“Following sustained pressure and professional coordination, the victim was rescued at about 12:05 a.m. on July 4 without any casualties,”said the sources.
Soyinka was subsequently reunited with his family through his elder brother, while efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing abductors.
Joint task force rescues kidnap victim in Abuja after 40km forest operation
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