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Bandits Killed Teenager At Ganin-Gari Community In Kaduna

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Governor Nasiru Ahmad El-rufai

 

Armed bandits numbering about 40 on 14 motorcycles, riding 3 on each, wielding sophisticated weapons, on Sunday 17th July, 2022 attacked Ganin-Gari community of Randagi Ward in the Western part of Birnin Gwari Local Area of Kaduna State.

The bandits were earlier sighted by locals around 2:00pm coming out from their hideouts through the southern axis of Kamuku forest passing through Kurgin Gabas, Tudun Wada, and Unguwan Danbaki of Kakangi Ward and going streight to Ganin Gari community where they attacked, killed two people, rustled cattle and kidnapped unspecified number of people.

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On their way back to their hideouts, they killed a mad teenage boy who they came across on the road around Dawakin Bassa community.

However, on getting information about their movement back to their hideouts, a joint team of Mobile Policemen and Local Vigilantes were organized and stationed on the bandits’ usual route where they were ambushed successfully around Tudun Wada Bridge and all the kidnapped victims and rustled cattle were freed and 7 motorcycles including some of those snatched from locals were also retrieved. Unspecified number of bandits were also neutralized while many ran away barefooted with different degrees of injuries.

Some of the bandits that ran away slept in the surrounding bushes where the clash took place because of fear of further ambushed whereby on the following day, specically yesterday Monday 18th when running back to their hideouts, they killed another two locals at their farms bringing to total the number of locals killed to five.

Western part of Birnin-Gwari have being experiencing series of attacks from armed bandits whereby more than 30 communities were sacked some of which are currently being occupied by the same bandits.

This part of the Local Government Area comprised of two Wards; namely, Kakangi and Randagi. But in Kakangi Ward alone, more than 20 communities were sacked by these ragtag bandits which include Ganda, Katakaki, Biskin, Dakwaro, Mashigi, Ishiwai, Chikwakwa, Sabon-Wuri, Ginsa, Saye, Unguwan Ma’aji, Unguwan Sakin Fawa, Mayana, Unguwan Doshiro, Unfuwan Dangwari, Shiwaka, Marori, Madatai, Unguwan Shikau to mentioned but few.

The above mentioned sacked communities are in one Ward alone. Unfortunately, these bandits are currently occupying some of these (sacked) communities especially in Mashigi, Chikwakwa, Ganda and Sabon-Wuri.

In a statement issued by Chairman Birnin Gwari using Emirate progressive union Ishaq Usman Kasai commended the gallant Mobile policemen and Local vigilante members for their patriotic effort and urging Government for mobilization of more security personnel with adequate equipments in order to minimize the level criminal and terrorist activities in the area.

 

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Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin Distributes 1000 Motorcycles to Kano Police

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Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has distributed 1,000 operational motorcycles to the Kano State Police Command, in a move aimed at enhancing the mobility and operational capacity of the police force. The distribution ceremony, held in Kano, was attended by various dignitaries and stakeholders.

In his speech, Jibrin expressed his gratitude to the Nigerian police for their efforts in maintaining peace in Kano. “I am thanking the Nigerian police Kano command for bringing peace to reign in Kano,” he said. He acknowledged the role of traditional rulers in supporting the police and emphasized the importance of their contributions to the state’s security.

Jibrin highlighted the significance of the motorcycles in improving the efficiency of the police force. “My intention is to give a motorcycle to every policeman,” he stated, underscoring his commitment to equipping the police with the necessary tools to perform their duties effectively.

Muktara Gashash, Chairman of the Eminent Persons Forum, commended Jibrin for his generous gesture. “This initiative will greatly enhance the operational capabilities of the Kano police,” Gashash remarked, praising the Deputy Senate President’s dedication to supporting law enforcement.

Kano State Commissioner of Police, Salman Dogo Garba, also spoke at the event, urging his fellow officers to utilize the motorcycles to enhance their service delivery. “As we embrace this new chapter of enhanced mobility and operational capacity, I urge my fellow police officers to embrace these motorcycles as tools of service excellence,” Garba said. He emphasized the importance of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in their duties.

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Garba further encouraged the police officers to use the motorcycles to strengthen their relationships with the communities they serve. “Let us leverage this significant investment to forge even stronger bonds with the communities we serve, fostering trust, cooperation, and mutual respect,” he added.

The distribution of the motorcycles is expected to significantly improve the response time and effectiveness of the Kano State Police Command, contributing to the overall safety and security of the state.

 

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President Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation for Lt. General Oluyede as Chief of Army Staff

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President Bola Tinubu on Friday wrote the Senate, seeking confirmation of Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede’s appointment as the substantive Chief of Army Staff.

“In his letter sent today, President Tinubu seeks Oluyede’s confirmation in accordance with the provision of Section 218(2) of the 1999 Constitution as amended and Section 18(1) of the Armed Forces Act,” Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed in a statement.

The statement is titled ‘President Tinubu writes Senate, seeks confirmation of Lt. General Oluyede as Chief of Army Staff.’

Tinubu appointed Oluyede as the Acting Chief of Army Staff on October 30 following the illness of Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.

General Lagbaja, however, died on November 5.

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Onanuga said, “President Tinubu is confident about the leadership qualities, professional integrity, and experience of Lt. General Oluyede to lead and inspire the army to ensure national security and stability.”

Before he was appointed Acting Chief of Army Staff, Oluyede, a member of the 39th Regular Course, like his predecessor, served as the 56th Commander of the elite Infantry Corps of the Nigerian Army, based in Jaji, Kaduna.

 

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Lawyer Alleges Tenure Elongation Plot in Letter to Governor Yusuf

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Barrister Mustapha I. Zubair, a prominent lawyer and politically conscious citizen of Kano State, has written a letter to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, alleging a plot by certain senior civil servants to extend their tenure of service beyond the mandated retirement age. The letter, which expresses deep concern over the issue, highlights the potential implications of such actions on the state’s governance and public trust.

Zubair, a registered voter of Gwale Local Government, begins the letter by expressing gratitude and admiration for Governor Yusuf’s leadership and pro-people policies. “Your exemplary leadership and pro-people policies have continually fostered growth and prosperity, and we, the citizens, are deeply appreciative of your dedication,” Zubair states in the letter.

However, Zubair quickly shifts focus to the matter of tenure elongation, which he describes as a growing concern among the people of Kano State. “It is evidently clear that after the recent posting of permanent secretaries in the state, some top government functionaries who will be due for retirement in December 2024 are now striving day and night to secure tenure elongation only for themselves,” he alleges.

The letter emphasizes the potential negative implications of such actions, suggesting that the attempt to prolong service tenure by a few senior civil servants could undermine the principles of fairness and transparency in the state’s administration. Zubair urges Governor Yusuf to address the issue promptly to maintain public trust and ensure that the state’s governance remains transparent and accountable.

The letter concludes with a plea for Governor Yusuf to take immediate action to prevent any attempts at tenure elongation and to uphold the integrity of the state’s civil service. “We trust in your commitment to justice and fairness, and we believe that you will take the necessary steps to address this issue,” Zubair writes.

The allegations have sparked discussions among political observers and citizens, who are keenly watching how Governor Yusuf will respond to the concerns raised in the letter.

 

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