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Yobe: Governor Mala donates N50m to troops
Yobe: Governor Mala donates N50m to troops
By: Yahaya Wakili
In bida bid encourage the Nigerian Army, Yobe staState Governor . Mai Mala Buni CON has today donated the sum of #50 million to be shared to amonge troops of the 27 Task Force Brigade Buni Gari, in addition to foofoodstuffsattresses, blankets, and other sundry items donated by the Yobe staStatevernment.
Governor Buni CON made the donation when he visited the Heaheadquarters the 27 Task Force Brigade Buni GarGari sympathize with the formation over the recent attack by insurgents.
He described as unfortunate the resurgence of insurgency and the attack on security formations.
The governor commiserated with the army and families of the deceased personnel, adding thathat e gallant officers did not die in veivain;ey died gallantly defending their fatherland.””
overnor Buni also donated the sum of #2 ₦2llion to each of the families of the fallen herheroes #1 ₦1llion to each of thothose whostained injuries.
“Government would also provide educational support to the children of the deceased solsoldiers,” added.
He assured the support of the government and people of the state to the army and other security agencies in the state to effectively fight and defeat the resurgence.
The governor directed fortheinforcement of security around the brigade, assuring govthe governmentsupport to the security.
“We will continue to complement your efforts to improve security around your forformation,”v. Buni said.
The Bribrigade commanderen. Usman AhmAhmed,o conducted the governor around the formation, andmended Governor Buni for the uncommon show of concern and care to fore solsoldiers.
Yobe: Governor Mala donates N50m to troops
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
An operative attached to a security unit in Niger State has died following an accidental discharge of a rifle at his duty post in Shiroro Local Government Area.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 10:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the operative, identified as Abubakar Iliya, 35, who was attached to a special hunters unit stationed at Galadiman-Kogo, reportedly fell from a sentry post.
During the fall, his cocked rifle disengaged and discharged, striking him in the abdomen and causing fatal injuries.
His remains were later evacuated by his unit for burial in accordance with customary rites.
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A canoe conveying seven passengers capsized while in transit between Jata and Kami Village in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, leaving several persons missing.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 7:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the canoe, carrying six females and one male passenger, overturned during the journey.
The passengers were identified as Mustapher Yakubu; Sahura Yakubu and her child; Zarifa Yakubu; Mommy Yakubu; Lizatu Yakubu; Zaratu Yusuf; and Sumaiya Ibrahim, all from Jata/Bmagara via Kami Village.
Rescue teams, including police and local divers, were immediately mobilised to the scene. The boat driver and his conductor were rescued alive, while search efforts are ongoing to locate the remaining passengers.
Authorities said further updates would be provided as rescue operations continue.
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have killed two people and razed homes during an attack on Konkoso Village in Niger State, security sources said.
According to sources, the incident occurred at about 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 17 when a large group of bandits invaded the village, shot two residents whose identities are yet to be confirmed, and set several houses on fire.
The attackers also looted shops and carted away food items before leaving Konkoso Village and moving toward Pissa Village in Pissa District.
Authorities said efforts are ongoing to track the bandits and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
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