Zamfara - Page 2 of 207 - NewsNow Nigeria

Students from the College of Health Science kidnapped by Bandits in Zamfara State

17May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Students from the College of Health Science kidnapped by Bandits in Zamfara State

In Zamfara State, bandits have captured two female students from the College of Health Sciences and Technology in Tsafe. The students were taken from their rented apartment in the Matuna community on Thursday night, at the edge of the town. Initially intending to abduct residents in the area, the bandits ended up targeting the students. Hamisu Yelwa, the Provost of the College, confirmed the incident and mentioned that school authorities are working with security agencies to uncover all the details of the event. Yelwa also revealed that security measures have been intensified around the school and the community.

News Update: Tragic Incident in Zamfara as Bandits Target Villagers

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

News Update: Tragic Incident in Zamfara as Bandits Target Villagers

Reports have come in stating that a horrifying attack by bandits has resulted in the death of at least three individuals and the kidnapping of over 120 villagers in the Goran Namaye community situated in Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Witnesses, like Abubakar Muhammad, shared that the bandits struck the town around 1:17 am on Thursday, moving between houses to carry out their sinister plans. Among the abducted individuals, the majority were women and men, with the attackers also claiming the lives of three people during their brutal raid. "The fate of many community members remains unknown, and unfortunately, we mourn the loss of three of our own to this tragic event," mentioned Muhammad. Describing the terrifying scene, Muhammad highlighted how the bandits arrived in a...

Residents Protest as Bandits Kill 1, Abduct Women and Children in Zamfara

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Residents Protest as Bandits Kill 1, Abduct Women and Children in Zamfara

Reports indicate that armed bandits have attacked Sabon Garin Kaura community in Zamfara State, resulting in the death of one individual and injuries to several others. Additionally, women and children were taken captive by the assailants. According to Bello Usman, a resident of the community, the bandits carried out the attack by indiscriminately firing their weapons upon invasion. Usman mentioned that the exact number of kidnapped women and children is currently being determined and compiled. Notably, this incident follows a recent assault on the same Sabon Garin community wherein women from a commercial transporter's family were abducted and have not yet been released. This attack occurred shortly after a previous invasion in Sakajiki community, resulting in numerous casualties and d...

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

CLO: Nigerian Government Falling Short in Addressing Artificial Fuel Scarcity and Insecurity

Expressing concern, the Civil Liberties Organisation, CLO, in Akwa Ibom State pointed out that the Federal Government's efforts have not been sufficient in curbing the unethical behavior of petrol marketers responsible for the sustained high fuel prices across many regions of the country. Furthermore, the organization urged for prompt action from the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, and the Akwa Ibom State Government to secure the release of the remaining Corps members who are still held captive by kidnappers in Zamfara State. In a joint statement by Barr Godknows Njoku, the state chairman, and Comrade Eridiong Obong, the Vice Chairman, following the organization's monthly meeting, they denounced the actions of the marketers as economic sabotage. Highl...

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Halilu Buzu, a Notorious Bandit, Wanted by Military for Terrorism and Illegal Arms Supplies

The military has officially declared Halilu Buzu, a well-known bandit and leader of kidnappers, wanted for crimes including terrorism, illegal arms trafficking, unauthorized mining, and cattle theft. During the regular media briefing on Thursday, May 16, Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, made this announcement. Buzu, a native of Niger State, is said to take shelter in a forest in Zamfara State and frequently flees to Niger Republic following his criminal activities in Nigeria. The military is collaborating with authorities from Niger Republic to apprehend the criminal, who commands a considerable number of followers. Maj. Gen. Buba also shared that the Nigerian Army has successfully rescued a total of 253 hostages in the past fortnight. This achievement ...

Six terrorists eliminated by troops, 48 hostages rescued in Borno and Zamfara

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Six terrorists eliminated by troops, 48 hostages rescued in Borno and Zamfara

During a recent Counter-terrorism operation in the North East, the Nigerian Army took down 6 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists and successfully rescued 48 hostages. In an update shared on its official Facebook page, the Nigerian Army disclosed that the engagement with the terrorists happened during a combat patrol in Fulatari and Kago villages of Gwoza Local Government Area in Borno State. Following a fierce exchange of fire, the overwhelmed terrorists fled the area, leaving behind the hostages, as reported by the troops. The swift response of the troops led to the freedom of the hostages, consisting of 1 adult male, 20 adult females, and 27 children. Furthermore, the troops recovered various items including a Phantom Armoured Personnel Carrier, APC, a 60mm mortar tube, ammunition, and ot...

Tragic Incident in Zamfara: Two Police Officers and One Vigilante Member Killed by Terrorists

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Tragic Incident in Zamfara: Two Police Officers and One Vigilante Member Killed by Terrorists

In Zurmi town, the headquarters of Zurmi Local Government Area in Zamfara State, a group of notorious bandits carried out a horrifying attack on Monday. The attack resulted in the death of two police operatives and one member of the vigilante group. Abubakar Ishiaku, a resident of the town, recounted to reporters in Gusau, the state capital, how the terrorists launched the attack on the local government headquarters around 2:00 pm, engaging in indiscriminate shooting. Reports indicate that the bandits arrived in the town in large numbers on motorcycles, wielding sophisticated weapons. During the attack, the terrorists targeted a police officer, leading to the fatal shooting of two officers identified as Ibrahim and Kabiru Shikkau. Ishiaku narrowly escaped the violence, revealing that s...

The Zamfara State Government Applauds the Troops for Their Stronger Offensive Against Bandits

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

The Zamfara State Government Applauds the Troops for Their Stronger Offensive Against Bandits

Commending the Joint Task Force (JTF) troops for their escalated attack on bandits in Zamfara State, Governor Dauda Lawal expressed his appreciation for their efforts. Over the weekend, the military reinforced its presence in Zamfara State to counter the activities of bandits in the region. In a statement issued by the Governor's spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the ongoing military offensive was described as a crucial step to disrupt the criminal activities of the bandits. The statement conveyed sympathy to communities affected by recent bandit attacks in unstable areas, while also ensuring continued support from the State government to the frontline troops. Highlighting the achievements of the military operation, the statement acknowledged the successful elimination of the notorious...

15May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Residents of Zamfara State Express Concerns Over the High Cost of Living

In Zamfara State, residents are struggling with severe economic challenges, leading them to feel like they are merely surviving rather than truly living. For Ibrahim Isah, a seller of millet, the increasing prices of food items have dissuaded customers from visiting the markets. He expressed his dismay, saying, "We rely on customers, but now there is no affordable food available in the markets." One local welder named Mr. Ezeugo disclosed that his family has not been able to afford chicken in a long time. He explained, "The economic difficulties, combined with the rise in fuel prices, have caused a decline in customers as people are focusing on providing food for their families." He shared his struggle to pay his children's school fees and highlighted that two of his kids are cur...

15May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

EFCC Vows to Conduct Comprehensive Investigation on Corruption Allegations Against Matawalle

Assurances have been made by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to thoroughly investigate corruption accusations against Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence. During an engagement at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja with members of the Tinubu Youth and Women Network, a political group advocating for an inquiry into Matawalle's alleged corruption, the agency's spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, pledged a rigorous investigation. An investigation is ongoing regarding Matawalle's suspected mismanagement of public funds during his term as the Zamfara State Governor from 2019 to 2023. Earlier in May 2023, the EFCC had publicized its scrutiny of Matawalle over accusations of extensive corruption, including the allocation of fake contracts and embezzlement exceeding N70 bi...