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Zulum Donates ₦150m to Families of Slain Military Officers
Zulum Donates ₦150m to Families of Slain Military Officers
By: Michael Mike
Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, has donated ₦150 million to the families of three senior military officers who lost their lives in recent attacks linked to the ongoing counter-insurgency campaign in the North-East.
The governor made the donation during condolence visits to the bereaved families, presenting ₦50 million each to the families of Lt. Col. Salihu Iliyasu, Lt. Col. Aliyu Saidu Paiko, and Lt. Col. Umar Farouq, who were killed while serving in frontline operations.
The gesture, undertaken on behalf of the Borno State Government, forms part of Zulum’s continued support for the families of security personnel who have died or sustained injuries in the fight against insurgency in the region.
Zulum began the visits in Abuja where he met with the family of the late Lt. Col. Salihu Iliyasu. The governor was received by the officer’s wives, Na’ima and Rakiya, to whom he conveyed his condolences and the sympathy of the people of Borno State.
Presenting a cheque of ₦50 million, Zulum described the late officer as a courageous and committed soldier who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defence of the nation.
“On behalf of the government and people of Borno State, I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. The late Iliyasu served his country with dedication and bravery, and his sacrifices will never be forgotten,” the governor said.
From Abuja, Zulum proceeded to Niger State and Kano State, where he also visited the families of the late Lt. Col. Aliyu Saidu Paiko and Lt. Col. Umar Farouq, presenting cheques of ₦50 million each as support.
He paid glowing tribute to the fallen officers, commending their gallantry and patriotism in the ongoing military operations aimed at restoring peace and stability in the North-East.
Zulum reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to standing by families of military personnel and other security operatives who have made sacrifices in the line of duty.
Beyond support for the military, the governor noted that his government has also extended assistance to families of members of volunteer forces killed during counter-insurgency operations. These interventions include financial support and scholarship programmes for children of those who died in the line of duty.
He further disclosed plans to visit the families of other officers reported killed or missing in recent operations, stressing that the state government would continue to recognise the sacrifices of security personnel.
The governor prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased officers and asked God to grant their families the strength and fortitude to bear the painful loss.
Zulum was accompanied on the condolence visits by the Permanent Secretary, Government House, Barr. Mustapha Ali Busuguma; elder statesman Dr. Musa Inuwa Kubo; Hon. Sugun Mai Mele; Engr. Kaka Shettima; and Dr. Aminu Chiroma.
Zulum Donates ₦150m to Families of Slain Military Officers
Communal clash at illegal mining site leaves five injured in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
A violent clash between residents of Boko and Jaya villages in Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara state has left at least five persons injured following a dispute at a stone mining site.
Sources said the incident occurred on April 20 at about 11:00 a.m. at the Kwanza Stone Mining Site, located between the two communities.
According to the sources, the clash began when members of both villages engaged in illegal mining activities at the site, leading to a disagreement that escalated into violence, with both sides allegedly using firearms.
The sources said the injured victims include Sha’aibu Adamu, 30; Shakiru Suleiman, 26; Kasu Boko, 27; Abdullahi Dahiru, 25; and Ibrahim Usman, 25, all from the affected communities.
They added that the exact number of persons killed could not be immediately confirmed at the time of filing the report.
A joint security team comprising troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA. police personnel and community protection guards was swiftly deployed to the area to restore order.
The injured victims were evacuated to the General Hospital in Kaura Namoda for medical treatment.
Security authorities said normalcy had since been restored in the area, while efforts were ongoing to identify and arrest those involved in the violence.
They also confirmed that investigation into the incident had commenced.
Communal clash at illegal mining site leaves five injured in Zamfara
Security forces foil Kidnapping, flee after alarm in Gombe community
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed men suspected to be kidnappers have attempted to abduct residents in Unguwan Yamma, Amada area of Akko Local Government Area of Gombe state.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 3:20 a.m. when the attackers stormed the residence of one Alhaji Muhammad Abba, who narrowly escaped the attack.
According to the sources, the assailants proceeded to a neighbouring house where they abducted a child after the mother raised alarm.
The sources said the kidnappers, however, abandoned the child and fled the scene following the commotion.
A divisional patrol team, alongside hunters and local vigilantes, was immediately mobilised to the area and is currently on the trail of the suspects.
Police authorities said investigation was ongoing, while efforts had been intensified to apprehend the fleeing attackers and prevent further incidents in the area.
Security forces foil Kidnapping, flee after alarm in Gombe community
Troops engage armed bandits in heavy gun battle during raid on suspected hideout in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have reportedly engaged armed bandits in a heavy gun battle during a clearance operation at Yankuzo area in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara state.
Security sources said the operation followed aggressive fighting patrol on armed groups into the area, believed to be a stronghold used by suspected bandit elements operating within the axis.
According to the sources, troops advanced into deep into the terrorists enclave of Ado Allero in the early hours of the day and made contact with the armed men, leading to an exchange of fire that lasted for several minutes.
Residents reported heavy gunfire during the confrontation.
Although details of casualties were still being assessed at the time of filing this report, security sources confirmed that troops maintained dominance of the general area and continued pursuit of fleeing armed elements.
Troops engage armed bandits in heavy gun battle during raid on suspected hideout in Zamfara
Communal clash at illegal mining site leaves five injured in Zamfara
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Security forces foil Kidnapping, flee after alarm in Gombe community
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