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8May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Violent Attack in Zamfara Market Leaves 2 Dead and Several Injured

Tragedy struck Mada Market in Zamfara State as a group of armed bandits carried out a horrific attack, resulting in the death of two innocent individuals and leaving many others with injuries. An eyewitness, Mama Bilikisu, described the harrowing scene where numerous terrorists on motorcycles armed with advanced weapons stormed the market and started firing indiscriminately. Having a customary routine of selling bread, cold drinks, and water at community markets in Zamfara State, Mama Bilikisu expressed her devastation at losing everything during the violent incident. She recounted, "I was in the midst of selling my goods when the gunfire erupted, causing chaos and prompting me to abandon my products for my own safety." She mentioned that the bandits managed to overpower the limited po...

Recent Success: Police Apprehend 22 Suspected Armed Robbers and 36 Alleged Rapists in Katsina

7May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Recent Success: Police Apprehend 22 Suspected Armed Robbers and 36 Alleged Rapists in Katsina

In Katsina, the State Police Command made significant progress with the arrest of 22 individuals suspected of armed robbery, as well as 36 persons linked to cases of rape and sodomy within the state during April. Confirming these accomplishments, the State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu informed the media about the command's achievements for the month. During this period, Sadiq-Aliyu disclosed that 10 murder suspects were also apprehended. He detailed that a total of 81 major crimes, including armed robbery, kidnapping, culpable homicides, and cattle rustling were reported. "Throughout this timeframe, 69 cases were presented in court, leading to the arrest of 145 suspects connected to these criminal activities," Sadiq-Aliyu stated. Moreover, 58 suspects were d...

The Round of 32 for President Federation Cup: NFF Announces Dates and Venues

7May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

The Round of 32 for President Federation Cup: NFF Announces Dates and Venues

An exciting lineup awaits as the venues and dates for the upcoming President Federation Cup Round of 32 fixtures have been officially unveiled by the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) on Tuesday. Defending champions Bendel Insurance kick off the action against Wikki Tourists at Abuja Area 3 on Wednesday, May 22. Another much-anticipated matchup features Lobi Stars going head-to-head with Shooting Stars at the Awka City, also on the same day. Meanwhile, Enyimba, the reigning NPFL champions, are set to take on FC One Rocket in a challenging clash at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa. Here's a glimpse of the full fixture list: Bendel Insurance (Edo) Vs Wikki Tourists (Bauchi) – Abuja Area 3 – 22/05/24 – 4pm EFCC FC (FCT) Vs Edel FC (Anambra) – Ilorin – 22/05/24 – 4pm ABS FC (Kwara) Vs ...

Violent Attack by Bandits in Zamfara Results in Abduction of Taj Bank Manager

7May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Violent Attack by Bandits in Zamfara Results in Abduction of Taj Bank Manager

During the early hours of Tuesday, a group of bandits carried out a violent raid in Gusau, the capital of Zamfara State. They abducted the manager of Taj Bank's Gusau branch, Mallam Mansur Kaura, from his residence. Reports indicate that the bandits arrived at the banker’s home around 12:30 am and took him captive. Armed with advanced weapons, they fired shots indiscriminately to intimidate the locals before proceeding to abduct the manager. Additionally, the bandits caused chaos in several areas including Mareri, Damba, Tsauni, and Samaru within the state capital before making their escape. As of now, there has been no official statement released by the security authorities regarding this latest attack by the bandits.

7May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

The Zamfara State House of Assembly Grants Six-Month Extension to LG Sole Administrators

Approval has been granted by the Zamfara State House of Assembly for a six-month extension to the tenure of sole administrators of the local government councils within the state. After the special committee, led by the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Adamu Aliyu Gummi, presented a report on the screening of the fourteen local government council sole administrators for confirmation, this extension was agreed upon. Chief Press Secretary to the House, Comrade Bello Madaro Kurya, disclosed this information in a statement released to the press in Gusau, the state capital. During the screening process, all fourteen local government interim administrators had appeared before the committee, as stated in the issued announcement. On April 24, 2024, Governor Dauda Lawal, through the Secretary to the State G...

Weather Outlook: NiMet Forecasts 3-Day Stretch of Sunshine and Haze Starting Monday

6May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Weather Outlook: NiMet Forecasts 3-Day Stretch of Sunshine and Haze Starting Monday

Expect sunny conditions with haziness from Monday to Wednesday nationwide, according to the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet. For Monday, NiMet anticipates sunny and hazy weather in parts of Yobe, Jigawa, Kano, and Katsina states, with a possibility of morning thunderstorms in Taraba state. Localized thunderstorms are likely over Kaduna, Bauchi, Zamfara, Kebbi, and Taraba states. In the North Central region, cloud patches and intervals of sunshine are expected, with chances of localized thunderstorms in the morning over the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara, Benue, and Kogi states. Later in the day, localized thunderstorms may occur over the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Nasarawa, Benue, Kogi, Kwara, and Niger states. Over the Inland South and Coastal areas, cloudy skies wit...

Recent Bandit Attack in Zamfara Results in Deaths of Three CPG Members and Theft of Weapons

6May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Recent Bandit Attack in Zamfara Results in Deaths of Three CPG Members and Theft of Weapons

Three members of the Zamfara State local security outfit, Community Protection Guard (CPG), were tragically killed in a recent attack carried out by armed bandits. Reports indicate that the terrorists targeted the local security operatives in the Jambako district of the Maradun Local Government Area in the state. A resident of the area, Muhammad Jambako, revealed that the armed bandits launched the assault on the CPG personnel near Faru community, seizing their firearms and motorcycles in the process. The incident has instilled fear and concern among the residents of neighboring communities in the region. Efforts to reach the State Police command’s spokesman, ASP Yazid Abubakar, for comment were unsuccessful at the time of compiling this article.

The Zamfara APC’s Stand on the Protest against Minister of State for Defense, Matawalle

5May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

The Zamfara APC’s Stand on the Protest against Minister of State for Defense, Matawalle

The All Progressives Congress (APC) chapter in Zamfara State has expressed its disapproval of the protests targeting Minister of State for Defense, Bello Mohammed Matawalle. A group of demonstrators marched to the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja, urging an investigation into corruption allegations against the minister. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Zamfara State APC Publicity Secretary, Malam Yusuf Idris Gusau, the party labeled the protesters as a hired crowd. The statement refuted the accusations against Matawalle, asserting that if there was any truth to the claims, the EFCC would have already disclosed the details. The rented crowd, unaware of national laws and judicial processes as they pertain to anti-...

Tragic Incident: Three Zamfara Security Operatives Killed by Bandits

5May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Tragic Incident: Three Zamfara Security Operatives Killed by Bandits

Regrettably, three members of the Zamfara State Community Protection Guard (CPG) have lost their lives in a recent attack by bandits. The unfortunate incident took place in the Jambako area of Maradun Local Government Area, as revealed by Zagazola Makama, a prominent security analyst specializing in counter-insurgency operations in the Lake Chad region. A firsthand source named Sanusi Muhammad shared details of the ambush, stating that the bandits struck as the CPG officials were en route to Faru town, seizing their weapons and motorcycles in the process. "At Jambako area in Maradun local government region of Zamfara State, three dedicated members of the Community Protection Guard (CPG) fell victim to a ruthless ambush," lamented Zagazola. Sanusi Muhammad further reported that the band...

Youths from the APC in Zamfara urge Governor Dauda to prioritize governance over wasteful spending

4May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Youths from the APC in Zamfara urge Governor Dauda to prioritize governance over wasteful spending

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has been called upon by the Youth wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to utilize the state's resources for the welfare of the people. Expressing their concern, the APC youths questioned the governor's failure to establish a Judicial Commission of Inquiry to investigate the ex-governor, Dr. Bello Matawalle, for alleged corrupt activities. They highlighted that there is no existing court order preventing the EFCC from probing, arresting, and prosecuting Matawalle. Additionally, the youths urged the EFCC and other relevant anti-corruption agencies to pursue contractors who didn't fulfill contracts that were previously paid for by past governments. A stern warning was issued to the PDP administration against defaming APC members in the sta...