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Zulum urges North-East Governors on implementation of master plan project

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Zulum urges North-East Governors on implementation of master plan project

Zulum urges North-East Governors on implementation of master plan project

In order to ensure the development and stability of the region, Borno state Governor, Babagana Zulum has urged his colleagues from the North-East zone to support the stabilization and development master plan project in the region.

He made the call at the consultative meeting with Federal Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs), and security agencies on the North-East stabilization and development Master plan (NESDMP) project on Tuesday, in Abuja.

According to him, a decade or two might be the timeline required to restore the Northeast region to an appreciable level of development in tandem with the 10-year (2020-2030) master plan of the region.

“I charge my fellow governors and leaders to be interested in the plan.

“Good thinking produces a great product, once the plan is good, implementation becomes a routine that any leader after us can pick up and continue without much stress.

“While the work may appear to be daunting, let me assure your Excellencies that the bulk of the work shall be made far easier than we can imagine from the unflinching support that you will receive from the leadership in the Northeast as a whole.

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“Let me at this point mention that given the pace we intend to bring back, given the yearning of our people to see practical results within a short period of time and respective things in the Northeast.

“We make available the existing plans that we have for the purpose of synergy that will deliver better quality faster.

“We all understand the enormity and crucial roles that consistent investment can play in bringing back not just peace and stability but also strengthening Northeast and Nigeria as a whole. This is where this plan comes into cognizance importance.

“Who is not in hurry for peace, who is not impatience with poverty? That is why this plan must be ambitious, broad, brave, and comprehensive to cover the whole scope of issues in the Northeast of Nigeria. The plan will outlive our regime.

“It is important that we are not starting from ground Zero, building on arable ground to ensure that we are not just making plans, but talking to one another.

“We make plans; we review plans, and in the end, we are all working towards the achievement of plans in one seamless process govern by good leadership, appropriate technology, and the commitment to finish what we started,” Zulum said.

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Bandits kill seven Zamfara Community Protection Guards, cart away firearms

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Bandits kill seven Zamfara Community Protection Guards, cart away firearms

By: Zagazola Makama

Armed bandits have killed five members of the Community Protection Guard (CPG) and two civilians in a deadly attack in Jangebe town, Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred on Friday afternoon when five CPG personnel, including their Unit Commander, went to assist in cultivating a farm on the outskirts of the village.

The victims were ambushed by the assailants while working on the farm and all five CPG members were shot dead. Two other civilians – a male and a female – working on a nearby farm were also killed during the assault.

Security sources said two pump-action rifles belonging to the CPG were stolen by the attackers.

Security forces have launched a manhunt for the fleeing bandits and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.

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Troops foil suspected bandit attack, intercept surveillance drone in Katsina

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Troops foil suspected bandit attack, intercept surveillance drone in Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Army troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have foiled a suspected banditry attack on military camps located around Sabuwa and Faskari Local Government Areas, and intercepted an unidentified surveillance drone suspected to have been deployed by the criminals.

Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident occurred at about 10:25 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, when armed men on motorcycles were sighted moving suspiciously around Maiganguma village axis in the two LGAs.

According to security sources, a drone was simultaneously observed hovering over the general area of Dandume and Machika villages, particularly around the perimeters of the Operation Sharan Daji Camp and Machika Military Super Camp.

Troops stationed in the vicinity reportedly made inquiries across security formations to confirm whether the drone belonged to any friendly forces. All units, however, denied ownership or deployment of any drone in the area.

After a few minutes, the drone was seen maneuvering behind the Wori Rock and later re-emerged in the air, prompting patrol teams to open fire. The suspected operator reportedly flew the drone back towards Wori Rock, after which it vanished.

Troops gave chase to the motorcycle-riding suspects who fled into the bush, evading capture. No casualty was reported during the incident.

Security authorities said investigations were ongoing to identify the drone operators and uncover any surveillance or targeting plans linked to the suspected bandits.

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Bandits rustle cattle, injure two in Katsina; ambush police, damage patrol APC

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Bandits rustle cattle, injure two in Katsina; ambush police, damage patrol APC

By: Zagazola Makama

Armed bandits in the early hours of Friday stormed Unguwar Gada Village in Kafur Local Government Area of Katsina State, rustling an undisclosed number of cattle and injuring two villagers in the process.

Zagazola Makama gathered that the attackers, who struck at about 12:45 a.m., fled with the stolen livestock through Rereji Village in neighbouring Malumfashi LGA.

During the raid, the assailants shot two residents identified as Sani Yau, and Umar Shamsu, both of whom sustained gunshot injuries and were rushed to the General Hospital in Malumfashi for medical attention.

Police personnel and other joint forces respond to the incident. However, the bandits laid an ambush for the security operatives and opened fire on them.

In the course of the attack, the front tyres of the police Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) were destroyed, and its engine also sustained significant damage, rendering the vehicle immobile.

Security forces have intensified patrols in the area and launched a manhunt for the perpetrators.

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