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17 year old found wearing belts suspected to be bomb

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By Asile Abel,Jos

Residents around the UBA bank in Dadin Kowa, Jos South, Plateau State has prevented a bomb attack after a seventeen year old boy, Benjamin Basil was found in the bank wearing belts packed with suspected Person Borne Improvised Explosive Device.

According to eye witness, the residents spotted the suspect strapped a bomb to his body and apprehended him before he could carry out his objective on Monday, 13th May

However, when asked why he was strapped and ready to detonate the explosives, he said he was forced by unknown Gunmen to forcefully get 100 million naira from the bank.

“I met some people who said if I don’t cooperate with them, they will explode me and I will just die. And everyone in the bank will die. Then I said, okay, I’m willing to cooperate. But first of all, let me try and document it. In the beginning of the note I wrote read from beginning to the end. Then I showed them. At that point I realized that they couldn’t read. So I took advantage of the situation.

“I Wrote to inform the cashier that I’m wrapped in suicide bomb at gunpoint. And I’m doing this against my will, I told him so that he will call for help. They also told me that when I come out With the 100 million naira Iam to collect from the bank in the two bags they gave me, twelve of their men will be waiting outside and they will collect the bag from me. Then they will disconnect the bomb from their own side”

Reacting to the incident while briefing the commissioner of Police Plateau state command, Emmanuel Adesina however denied that it was not a bomb, he explained that the individual, identified as Benjamin Basil, a student of Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin Ladi Heipang Campus, entered the bank premises and threatened to detonate explosives unless his monetary demands were met.

Adesina while appreciating the swift action of police officers and local residents, added that the suspect was apprehended before any harm could be inflicted, averting a potential catastrophic incident.

He noted that the case of the suspected suicide bomber is presently under thorough investigation by the state Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to ascertain the veracity of his claims and identify any potential accomplices.

“On 13th May, 2024 at about 12pm, we received a distress call from UBA Sparkling Junction, Dadin Kowa, reporting a suspected armed robber who had entered the banking hall with suspected explosive devices tied around his body, and handed over a note to the cashier demanding for the sum of 100 Million naira under the threat that the explosives would be detonated if his request is not granted.

“The bank attendant immediately reported to the manager of the bank who swiftly reported to the Police at Rantya division and evacuated the customers from the bank. On sighting the Police vehicle, the suspect panicked and started running out of the bank. In the process, our Police officers posted at the bank saw him running and pursued him with the help of the youths in the area, the suspect was arrested. His name is Benjamin Basil male, a student of Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin Ladi Heipang Campus.The case is currently under investigation at the state CID, to ascertain the validity of his claims and arrest possible suspects;”

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Kano Doctors Set for Strike on October 1 as 600 Doctors Serve 20 Million People

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September 28, 2024

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The National Association of Government General and Medical Dental Practitioners has set October 1 as the date for its members in Kano to go on strike.

The secretary of the association in Kano, Dr. Anas Idris Hassan, made this known while addressing newsmen on the outcome of their meeting.

Dr. Anas stated that despite reaching an agreement with the Kano State Government months ago which is June to meet their demands, the government has yet to respond.

He emphasized that the government has not addressed the issue of their hazard allowance, specifically the post-COVID-19 hazard allowance, which has been paid by the federal government since 2021 but has yet to be paid by the Kano State Government.

Dr. Anas further mentioned that newly employed medical doctors, who were hired by the Kano State Government in September 2023, have not been paid their salaries.

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The medical practitioners also expressed concern over the dilapidated state of Kano hospitals and the lack of necessary equipment, stressing the urgent need to address these issues.

Dr. Anas highlighted the critical doctor-to-patient ratio in Kano, which is significantly lower than the World Health Organization’s standard. He noted that there are an estimated 20 million people in Kano, served by only 600 doctors, resulting in a ratio of one doctor to 33,000 patients.

The medical practitioners concluded that they have no option but to embark on the strike on October 1.

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Akwa Ibom Governor’s Wife Passes On

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September 27, 2024

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The wife of the governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Mrs Patience Umo Eno, has passed away.

The state’s Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, announced the sad news in a statement released early Friday morning.

Ememobong disclosed that the first lady died following an undisclosed illness on September 26, 2024, surrounded by her family. His statement, titled “Unexpected Sunset,” expressed the deep sorrow felt by the state government and the family.

It is with heavy hearts that we (Akwa Ibom Government) announce the passing of the wife of the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Her Excellency, Pastor Mrs Patience Umo Eno, following an illness. She passed away peacefully at the hospital, on 26th September, 2024, in the presence of her family,” the statement read.

The family has requested privacy as they mourn their loss, while also asking for prayers and support from the public. The commissioner added that further details would be provided in due time.

Governor Umo Eno, despite the personal tragedy, assured citizens that his dedication to the service of Akwa Ibom remain steadfast. “His Excellency, the Governor, Pastor Umo Eno appreciates all who have stood by the first family in this period and assures all the citizens that despite this huge personal loss, his commitment to the service of the state is unwavering,” Ememobong’s statement concluded.

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Kano Assembly Confirms Complaint of Border Encroachment by Bauchi Lawmaker

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September 27, 2024

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By Salisu Baso

The Kano State House of Assembly Committee on Land has received a complaint from the residents of Dariya village in Tudun Wada Local Government Area and Gomo village in Sumaila Local Government Area, both in Kano State.

The two Kano communities, bordering Bauchi State’s Burra Local Government Area, lodged the complaint with the Kano State House of Assembly, accusing a Bauchi lawmaker representing Burra of encroaching on their lands.

Hafizu Gambo, chairman of the House Committee on Land Matters, who represents Bunkure, along with other committee members, visited the affected communities as part of their oversight function.

Following the visit, the committee, led by Gambo, confirmed the residents’ claims of land encroachment by the Bauchi Assembly member. Gambo assured the communities that efforts would be made to reclaim the encroached lands for Kano State.

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He expressed dismay that a Bauchi lawmaker, who should be well aware of legal boundaries, had removed the demarcation markers (drums) that outline the state borders.

The Kano Assembly members explained that their visit was to conduct oversight at the border communities of Dariya in Tudun Wada and Gomo in Sumaila, which lie between Tudun Wada and Burra.

Kano State Surveyor General Usman Dambatta also confirmed the encroachment and vowed to follow up on the issue.

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