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Zulum shares N100m, wrappers to vulnerable women, widows in Damasak
Zulum shares N100m, wrappers to vulnerable women, widows in Damasak
… Approves houses, recruitment of teachers
… Provides shelter, food to 3,847 returnees from Niger Republic
By: Michael Mike
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, supervised the distribution of N100m in cash and wrappers to vulnerable women and widows in Damasak, headquarters of Mobar Local Government Council, on Tuesday.
Over 20,000 women, including housewives, widows and those from internally displaced camps, benefited from the distribution. Each woman received N5,000 in cash and one wrapper.
“In continuation of our efforts to support vulnerable communities and internally displaced persons in Damasak, headquarters of Mobar Local Government Area, we have distributed non-food items to over 20,000 vulnerable women, including housewives, widows and those from IDP camps,” Zulum said.
… Approves houses, recruitment of teachers
Meanwhile, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum interacted with teachers from Zanna Umarti Primary School and Government Secondary School in Damasak to identify problems facing the schools, including teacher welfare.
The governor approved 10 units of two-bedroom bungalow houses to accommodate teachers posted from elsewhere who are not residents of Damasak.
During the governor’s visit, each of the over 100 teachers in the two schools received cash support of N50,000.
.. Provides shelter, food to 3,847 returnees from Niger Republic
Governor Zulum also distributed food items and other consumables and provided temporary shelters for about 3,847 returnee household that were previously taking refuge in the Republic of Niger.
Each of the household heads received N50,000 in cash, a token that qualifies them to receive food support from the government, as well as mats and blankets.
About 3,847 families comprising 23,291 persons have returned to Nigeria from Niger Republic since the takeover of power from civilian authorities by the military junta.
“The main reason for my visit is to assess the conditions of those who came from Niger and provide the necessary support to them. I received a report that many of you who recently returned do not have shelter and some basic necessities,” Zulum stated.
The governor added, “As a result of the crisis in Niger, they returned home, but unfortunately, they don’t have shelter. So, we are here to provide relief to them, especially blankets, mats, food, and non-food items.”
Zulum shares N100m, wrappers to vulnerable women, widows in Damasak
Troops arrest suspects, recover arms in Ogidigben operation in Delta
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Delta Safe (OPDS), have arrested two suspects and recovered a cache of arms and ammunition following a security operation in Ogidigben community, Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 10:48 a.m. on April 7 after reports of sporadic shooting in the community.
According to the sources, troops of 3 Battalion (Rear) swiftly moved into the area and carried out exploitation operations, leading to the arrest of two suspects linked to the incident.
Items recovered during the operation include four AK-47 rifles, six magazines, and 106 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
Other items recovered are two knives, 10 machetes, and four pairs of rain boots.
The apprehended suspects and recovered items are currently in the custody of the troops for further investigation and necessary action.
Security sources said the operation was part of ongoing efforts to curb criminal activities and restore peace in the Niger Delta region
Troops arrest suspects, recover arms in Ogidigben operation in Delta
Plateau: troops repel attack on Jol community in Riyom
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have foiled an attack on Jol village in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:30 p.m. on April 7 when troops of Sector 6 responded to reports of an attack by suspected terrorists on the community.
On arrival, the troops engaged the assailants in a firefight, forcing them to retreat into surrounding bushes.
No casualty was reported during the encounter.
The troops have since intensified patrols and continued to dominate the general area to deny the attackers freedom of action and prevent further threats.
Security sources said efforts were ongoing to track the fleeing suspects and sustain stability in the area.
Plateau: troops repel attack on Jol community in Riyom
Six killed, two injured as troops respond to terrorist attack on goods vehicle in Gusau
By: Zagazola Makama
Six persons have been killed and two others injured following a terrorist attack on a vehicle conveying goods in Toffa village, Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources said troops of 1 Brigade, deployed at Combat Team 3 Magami, responded to distress information on the incident at about 2:30 p.m. on April 6 while on a fighting patrol.
According to the sources, the attackers opened fire on the vehicle, forcing it to overturn.
On arrival at the scene, the troops discovered that six occupants had been killed, while two others sustained injuries.
The injured victims were evacuated to a medical facility for treatment.
Security sources said troops have intensified patrols in the general area as part of efforts to track down the perpetrators and prevent further attacks.
Six killed, two injured as troops respond to terrorist attack on goods vehicle in Gusau
Troops arrest suspects, recover arms in Ogidigben operation in Delta
Plateau: troops repel attack on Jol community in Riyom
Six killed, two injured as troops respond to terrorist attack on goods vehicle in Gusau
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