Zulum begins 100 houses, inspects 2 other projects in Hawul

By: Our Reporter

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, launched the construction of 100 houses in Azare, the headquarters of Hawul local government area on Wednesday.

The project, which is part of the 600 housing scheme for teachers in 5 LGAs flagged off on Tuesday, is aimed at reducing the housing deficit faced by teachers accross the state.

During his visit to Hawul, Governor Zulum also inspected two other ongoing projects, including the permanent site for the newly established National Orthopedic Hospital, Azare, which was donated to the federal government by Borno State government, and the construction site for the new General Hospital in Shafa.

Zulum expressed satisfaction with the support from the Azare community for the project, stating that it indicates that sustainability will be ensured.

“This is a very good brief we received from the engineer. He summarises everything. The most important takeaway from him is that the community is supporting the project. With this commitment and support, I am sure there will be a very good mechanism for sustaining the management of the hospital,” Zulum said.

The governor assured that the reconstruction work would be completed soon, and the hospital would be officially handed over to the federal government for its take-off. He said, “On my part as the governor of Borno State, I will continue to do my best to ensure this project has come to fruition. Now that the CMD has been appointed, I will meet with the CMD tomorrow And discuss the way forward, most importantly.”

“I will see the minister for health and then discuss their budgets. As regards the take-off of this hospital, Insha Allah, we shall do everything possible to ensure that it takes off within the next two or three months”, the governor reiterated.

Governor Zulum was accompanied by the APC Chairman, Bello Ayuba; the senator representing Southern Borno, Mohammed Ali Ndume; former Deputy Governor, Usman Mamman Durkwa; the Deputy Speaker of Borno State House of Assembly, Engr Abdullahi Askira; member of the House of Assembly representing Hawul, Hon Mohammed Ibrahim Kwajafa; the Acting Chief of Staff, Dr Babagana Mustapha Mallumbe, and the Head of Service, Dr Muhammad Aminu Ghuluze, among many senior government officials and party members.

Zulum begins 100 houses, inspects 2 other projects in Hawul

Troops on Gov. Zulum’s convoy Repel Boko Haram Attack on Buni Yadi Road, Rescue Seven Passengers

By: Hamza Suleiman

An advanced convoy team of Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum successfully repelled an attempted Boko Haram attack along the Buni Gari-Buni Yadi road, neutralizing an unconfirmed number of terrorists and rescuing seven kidnapped passengers.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the convoy, which included troops of Operation Hadin Kai, the Police Crack Team, and top government officials, was returning from Biu Local Government Area when they intercepted terrorists attempting to abduct travelers from a Golf car.

Governor Zulum, who had earlier traveled by helicopter, was not in the convoy at the time of the attack.

Upon sighting the attack, the gallant troops and security personnel engaged the insurgents in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to abandon the kidnapped victims and attempt to flee.

The security forces continued their pursuit, neutralizing several terrorists and recovering weapons and motorcycles.

Despite the intense confrontation, all personnel in the convoy emerged unscathed, and the seven passengers were successfully rescued.

The swift response of the security forces once again showcased the effectiveness and bravery of the troops.

Troops on Gov. Zulum’s convoy Repel Boko Haram Attack on Buni Yadi Road, Rescue Seven Passengers

Gas Tanker Explosion Kills Two, Destroys Property in Lagos

By: Zagazola Makama

A gas tanker explosion at Otedola Bridge, Lagos, has claimed two lives, left 15 others injured, and destroyed several buildings, vehicles, and shops.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 8:10 PM on March 11 when a gas tanker, owned by 2nd Coming Nigeria Plc, overturned while attempting to ascend the link road to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

The tanker’s contents spilled onto the road, igniting a massive fire.

Emergency responders, including the police, firefighters, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), and other rescue teams, were swiftly mobilized to the scene.

According to eyewitnesses, the fire spread rapidly, engulfing: Four buildings in the surrounding area,the tanker itself, 15 vehicles, including tricycles, unspecified umber of shops and household properties.

Rescue workers recovered two bodies, while 15 injured victims were evacuated to a hospital for treatment.

Authorities have since put out the fire, while search and rescue operations are ongoing to assess the full extent of the damage.

Gas Tanker Explosion Kills Two, Destroys Property in Lagos