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Armed bandits,Yansakai surrenders 203 firearms,887 Dane Guns in Zamfara

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Attahiru Ahmed Gusau

The repentants armed bandits and Yansakai in Zamfara State has surrendered 203 sophisticated firearms, 887 Dane guns in the State

The repentants bandits has also facilitated the release of 53 kidnapped persons of 6 villages of Bungudu local government area in the State.

Briefing newsmen on Wednesday evening,the state commissioner for security and home affairs Abubakar Mohammed Dauran said the repented bandits in collaboration with police rescued the kidnapped victims without paying any ransom.

According to Dauran,the victims were kidnapped three days ago at different villages of Bungudu local government area.

“It is indeed with enormous joy and happiness, I wish to Express sincere gratitude to Almighty Allah to witness yet another success achieved by the Zamfara State government under the leadership of Governor Bello Mohammed Mattawale in rescuing about 53 persons of Dangamji,Yarkatsina,Doka,Kwaftari, Fandahaki and maje villages in Bingi north District of Bungudu Emirate council”.

He said all the 53 rescued persons were in Good condition and no ransom was paid for their release.

“The State government in collaboration with commissioner of police and repented armed bandits secured the release of the kidnapped victims”.

He maintained that no doubt, the State government has been making efforts to contain the security inferno ranging many spots across the State with different approach applied.

“As par Zamfara State government all security stakeholders  have unanimously agreed with peace and reconciliation accord initiated by Governor Bello Matawalle”.

Dauran disclosed that, the State government was determined to neutralize any erring individual of group of individuals who attempt to breach the law and order so as to safeguard lives and prop8of citizens in the State.

The commissioner further revealed that the giants initiative of common approach to address insecurity in the State has yielded positive results.

“Voluntarily repentants bandits and Yansakai had surrendered about 203 sophisticated firearms, 2566 live ammunitions, 64 magazines and 2 handcuffs as well as 887 locally fabricated  dane guns”.

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President Tinubu Promotes Acting Chief Of Army staff To Lieutenant General

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President Bola Tinubu has officially promoted Olufemi Oluyede, the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS), to the rank of Lieutenant General.

This announcement, confirmed by sources at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday, has sparked speculation regarding a potential future appointment as the permanent head of the army.

Oluyede, who was previously a Major General, stepped into the role of acting army chief following the illness of former Army Chief Taoreed Lagbaja.

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NIGERIAN TRACKER learned that since the return to civilian rule in 1999, the tradition is that the Chief of Army Staff wears the rank of a three-star general, while the Chief of Defence Staff wears the rank of a four-star general from whichever section of the armed forces he comes from.

The second Army General to wear the rank of a four-star General who did not also serve as Head of State was General Alexander Ogomudia in 2003 when he was promoted by Former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

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Sultan of Sokoto Urges Nigerians to Stop Criticizing Leaders and Allow God to Deal With Them

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Nigerians have been urged to desist from castigating their leaders and all those in authority.

This call was made to Nigerians by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III on Monday at the the Regional Conference on Climate Change-Induced Conflicts in Northern Nigeria hosted in Kaduna.

According to the Sultan, it is important that Nigerians rather than insult their leaders, they should allow God to really with them.

He also urgee Nigerians to contibue praying for their keaders and tne nation as a whole.

He further called on religious leadera accros Nigeria to quit misleadinh members of ghwir congregation.

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“A lot of people say we have never had it so bad, but no matter how difficult it is, ease will come. We believe nothing lasts forever.

“Nothing bad and nothing good lasts forever. Let us intensify prayers in our congregations and encourage our followers to pray for our leaders.

“We will not castigate them; we will allow Almighty Allah to deal with them as He wishes and He will,” the Sultan notes.

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Arewa APC Merger Group Hails President Tinubu for Release of Detained minors

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The Arewa APC Merger Group has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his swift and compassionate response in ordering the release of detained minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests.

In a statement signed by National Coordinator Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa in Abuja, the group expressed gratitude for the President’s decisive action, which has brought renewed hope to many Nigerians.

The group commended President Tinubu for showing strong leadership on the issue, noting that his actions demonstrate a commitment to justice and the well-being of Nigeria’s youth.

They emphasized that this move reassures citizens of the President’s dedication to fairness and the protection of human rights under his administration.

The release order from President Tinubu came after the Arewa APC Merger Group took substantial steps to advocate for the detained children.

In response to reports of mistreatment, including allegations of malnutrition and poor conditions, the group provided essential food and support to the minors both at the Federal High Court in Abuja and while in custody.

This effort underscored the group’s commitment to the welfare of young Nigerians and their resolve to seek justice.

Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa stated that the group is encouraged by the President’s response and considers it a positive signal of his administration’s commitment to addressing national issues with compassion and responsibility.

The Arewa APC Merger Group remains hopeful that this action will set a precedent for prioritizing the rights and well-being of Nigeria’s youth across the country.

President Tinubu’s decision to release the children reflects his administration’s acknowledgment of the calls from various stakeholders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of young Nigerians.

The Arewa APC Merger Group expressed their appreciation for this significant step, which they believe will strengthen public confidence in the government’s dedication to the rights of all citizens.

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