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Senator To Buhari:Rescue Nigerlites From Terrorists

Senator Mohammed Sani Musa - ElombahNews
Senator Mohammed Sani Musa, representing Niger-East in the Upper Nigeria’s legislature has again pleaded with President Muhammadu Buhari to  nip in the bud killings of innocent and harmless Nigerlites by suspected Boko-Haram terrorists in the state.
His  call  came  on the heels of renewed onslaught by the terrorist groups whose activities have claimed hundreds of lives, including members of the joint security forces and properties worth several millions of naira destroyed.
“I have had reasons to call on the Federal Government to address issues of insecurity in my constituency, Niger East-Senatorial zone but either by commission or omission no serious efforts have been made to bring the situation to normal”.
He regretted that some local government areas have been sacked and the government have not done anything to protect them from the criminals who have continued to operate with impunity.
He added:“The security situation in places like; in Rafi, Shiroro, Munya LGA has continued to get worse with villagers (my constituents) being killed, kidnapped, maimed, raped almost on a daily basis and their property dispossessed.For years now these people cannot earn a living for themselves because insurgents and bandits have taken over their farmlands. Several of the villages have also been deserted because of the activities of these blood thirsty villains”.
He said the situation has become more complicated to the extent that the few areas where semblance of security used to exist in the affected local government areas have been wiped out totally by these bandits.
Despite appeals to the military and the police to remain and secure the villagers from the criminals, he said the Special Task Force have refused to heed the peoples’ plea after it was sacked from Allawa and Bassa hence leaving the communities at the mercy of bandits who raid their villages daily demanding huge ransom from families of their victims.
Online Editor by — April 24, 2021 in Arewa 0
Group Seeks Partnership With Bauchi Govt To Stop  Farmers, Herders Clashes

Farmers/Herders Clashes: Interfaith mediation group calls for proactive actions from government - Daily Post Nigeria
A group ,Active Nigerian Farmers and Rearers Association (ANFRA) has expressed intent  to collaborate with the Bauchi state government to address incidences of farmers and herders clashes in the state.
Comrade Umar Samaila ,the National Organizing Secretary of the association,stated this on Tuesday during a courtesy visit to the State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Abdulrazak Nuhu Zaki at his residence.
Describing clashes between farmers and herders as worrisome as it has led to the destruction of lives and properties in some parts of the country, the  scribe said that with the support and collaboration of the state government, such clashes would be a thing of the past.
“We are here to bestow honour on the commissioner for uniting the people of Bauchi state and  ensuring peaceful coexistence between farmers and Herders. We also commend him for projects that we have seen in the state, which shows that the state is making progress”
“This association comprises of  farmers and members of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders association of Nigeria.Our membership cut across different ethnic and religious affiliations.The main objective of the association is to foster peaceful coexistence between residents of state irrespective of political, ethnic and religious differences” he said
 Commending the present administration in the state for uniting the different ethnic and religious groups, Comrade Umar  stated that the peaceful atmosphere in the state has paved way for the government to carry out developmental projects across the state.
Responding, the Commissioner commended members of the association for  honouring  him, assuring that the gesture will enable him to do more for the unity of the state.
Online Editor by — April 21, 2021 in Arewa 0
 Troops Arrest Boko Haram Informant In Yobe

Troops of Operation Lafiya Dole have arrested suspected Boko Haram informant whose spying activities and  his accomplices were responsible for the attacks on troops position by terrorists in Kamuya, Yobe State.
 The informant who was identified as Modu Ari was apprehended by troops of 27 Task Force Bridge.
Brigadier-General Mohammed Yerima ,the Director Army Public Relations,said Ari
  confessed to have revealed troops’ movements and position to the his Boko Haram collaborators.
 Investigation,he said, is however ongoing to unravel the network of local informants whose nefarious activities have endangered troops on clearance operations around the fringes of Timbuktu Triangle.
He added:”The unfortunate sabotage of troops movement by Ari and his accomplices made it possible for the terrorists to attack the rear element of troops on patrol. Though the attack was swiftly repelled by troops from the Tactical Headquarters of 27 Task Force Brigade and Army Super Camp 3 Buratai, own troops suffered some casualties.
“In spite of the setback, the Chief of Army Staff has encouraged troops of Operation Tura Takaibango to keep their fighting spirit up and to remain dedicated in the effort to flush out the remnants of the terrorists as quickly as possible. He charged them not to relent even in the face of gross unpatriotic acts of some locals who are snitching on their movements and positions”
Online Editor by — April 19, 2021 in Arewa 0
IDPs Beg For Peace In North

Internally Displaced Persons, (IDPs) in the North East have begged for restoration of peace in the region, saying such achievement would afford them the opportunity to return to their original homes and livelihoods.
They lamented that their displacement as a result of Boko Haram activities have thrown them to the dark side of life, wondering if they would ever return to their ancestral homes again.
The IDPs under the umbrella of Conference of North East IDPs, expressed displeasure with the current state of insecurity in the country, recalling that they had thought the appointments of new service chiefs would make a difference but it’s not so.
In the statement signed by Alhaji Umar Shafa,for Borno State; Chief Bitrus Waja representing Adamawa State and  Mallam Mohammed Buni,for Yobe State, respectively, they appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari to expedite action against insecurity so that total peace could be restored.
They claimed that Boko Haram threats have assumed a new dimension with direct target on farming communities and markets.
 “This is is a deliberate act to weaken the economy of the North East. Farmers are killed and their farms and livestock destroyed or stolen everyday,”they claimed in the statement
“We express our frustration with the current security situation in the North East, particularly the Internally Displaced Persons,IDPs whose plights are not only getting more frustrated but also out of hand on a daily basis.
“The hope of getting back to our communities is dimming every day without any sign of it getting better.The Boko Haram threats have assumed a new dimension with direct target on farming communities and markets. This is is a deliberate act to weaken the economy of the North East. Farmers are killed and their farms and livestock destroyed or stolen.    We’re are more worried that the press is giving little attention to this incidents which happens on a daily basis”, they said
They commended  Governor Babagana Zulum,who they described as “a governor with the heart of the people”.
Online Editor by — April 7, 2021 in Arewa 0
 Nigeria Needs Strong  Laws To Stop Mindless Killings-Seriki Fulani

INSECURITY: Why Fulani herders must leave Oyo - Igboho
Alhaji Ibrahim Adamu,Aiyetoro-Atokun International cattle market,in Ogun state,Wednesday,advocated the need for the enactment of strong  laws that would forestall further wanton destructions and killings in the country.
He told reporters that  the killings and destructions were undeserving in Nigeria, and diminishes the country’s  position among the black race.
According to him, the state and local governments collect N100 each on a cattle,while the federal government takes N1000 from each owner of cattle irrespective of the number.
He disclosed that the management of  the market has since engaged the services of the Army, Police and Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) to ward off hoodlums and looters  around cattle markets in the area.
Lamenting that the arrangement cost N1.3million monthly, Adamu regretted that the police always extort motorists plying the area.
He further urged the state and local governments to provide the market with amenities like water, light, fence and improved security.
He spoke on the recent Yoruba/Hausa-Fulani crises in Ogun,saying his members are still counting losses that greeted the crisis.
He narrated how two of his members, Alhaji Aliu Musa and Muhammed Musa ,who have resided in Agboro and Yewa Disu areas of Yewa North local government area respectively for over 50 years lost valuable personal effects.
He claimed  that Aliu in Agboro alone lost over 500 cattle to looters who hid under the misunderstanding to steal, maim and kill.
The hoodlums,he said,stormed Agboro with vehicles, shooting sporadically and eventually killed Alhaji Abdullahi Musa before making away with their cattle  worth over N125 million.
He recalled that houses and domestic animals were also loaded into the invaders’ waiting vehicles.
The Fulani chief also disclosed that no fewer than 25 households were wrecked when they burnt their houses, looted their properties and maimed the residents.
He added that  Muhammed Musa of Yewa Disu lost 16 cattle, his son, Abubakar Muhammed, domestic animals and properties  valued at over N10 million.
Online Editor by — March 11, 2021 in Arewa 0
Lawan Sympathizes With Potiskum Market Fire Victims.

Lawan sympathizes with Potiskum market fire victims – Dateline Nigeria
The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has sympathized with the victims of the fire disaster on Saturday night at the Potiskum Central Market in Yobe State.
In a press statement signed by Ola Awoniyi, Special Adviser Media to the President of the Senate said “Lawan sympathises with those whose stalls, wares and other valuables were affected by the fire incident”.
He  commended the Department of Fire Service for the timely intervention of its officials that prevented further spread of the fire and damage to the market.
Lawan implored the relevant agencies in the state to take steps to improve fire prevention measures in markets across the state with a view to forestalling recurrence of fire disasters in the state.
Online Editor by — March 8, 2021 in Arewa 0
Bandits Kill Seven in Fresh Attacks on Kaduna Communities

Seven people were killed in fresh attacks on communities in Igabi and Kajuru Local Government Areas of Kaduna State.

Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr. Samuel Aruwan confirmed the killings in a statement issued yesterday in Kaduna.

He said in Kajinjiri village, Igabi LGA, two people were killed when bandits attacked the village.

He said in Rago village, also of Igabi LGA, the bandits killed two people.

Aruwan further said three people were killed in another attack on Kutura station, Kajuru LGA.

The statement reads: “On a sad note, security agencies have reported that armed bandits attacked Kajinjiri village, Igabi local government area and killed two residents identified as: Ibrahim Rabi’u and Abdulrahman Mohammad.

“One person, Kamal Murtala, sustained gunshot injuries, and is receiving treatment at a nearby facility.

“Similarly, in Rago village also of Igabi Local Government Area, bandits killed two locals identified as:Alhaji Ibrahim Iro and Muhammadu Rabiu.

“In a separate incident, gunmen invaded Kutura station, Kajuru Local Government Area and killed three residents, identified as: Michael Shadari, Clement Aura Bili and Danlami Shaban”.

The commissioner said “Governor Nasir El-Rufai noted the reports with sadness and condoled the families of those killed in both attacks, while offering prayers for the repose of their souls. He also wished the injured victim from Kajinjiri village a quick recovery.”

Main Admin by — March 1, 2021 in Arewa 0
Matawalle: Nigerians’ll be Shocked By those Behind Schoolgirls’ Abduction

The Zamfara State Governor, Mr. Bello Matawalle, yesterday said that Nigerians would be shocked to know those behind the abduction of 317 female students of the Government Girls’ Secondary School, Jangebe.

The governor made this disclosure when 17 Emirs in the state paid him a sympathy visit over the abduction of the schoolgirls.

During the visit, the Emir of Anka and Chairman of Zamfara State Council of Chiefs, Alhaji Attahiru Anka, tasked President Muhammadu Buhari to do more to curb the upsurge in killings and kidnappings by bandits in the country.

In his remark, Matawalle thanked the Emirs for the solidarity visit and assured them that he would not abandon his peace accord with the bandits no matter what the people would say.

He said “As we await the release kidnapped students of GSSS Jangebe at the Government House today, I want to inform you that there are many revelations in relation to the abduction of these students.”

“Many people will be surprised to hear those people behind the abduction of these innocent children.”

“They are not comfortable with the progress I am getting as a result of my peace initiative and they want to do all they can to sabotage my efforts”.

“I will insha Allah succeed at the end of the day and they will bury their faces in shame,” said the governor.

Main Admin by — March 1, 2021 in Arewa 0