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We Were Paid N2,500 To Bomb Yola Barracks – Arrested Kids

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There was a bomb attack on Thursday in Yola, the capital of Adamawa State, the Adamawa Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Mr. Luka Ikpi, told journalists.

The magnitude of the explosion which extended to the state headquarters of

the FRSC, according to him, made the sector to draft its intelligence officers to the scene of the incident which was opposite the command.

He said, “When I heard the loud bang, I had to run out of my office to inquire what really happened.”

It was gathered from a resident of the state, Abraham Tunoh, that the bomb, which occurred on Thursday at the Kofare area of Yola, close to a mechanic workshop along Numan Road, was in possession of four children. The children told the police that an unknown man gave them N2, 500 to carry out the attack.

It was gathered that the Boko Haram insurgent instructed them to drop the explosive at a specific place in Bachure suburb, near the Army Barracks mainly inhabited by retired military personnel.

A police officer, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said two of the kid messengers who were arrested by the police told interrogators that “an unknown person gave us N2,500 to drop the explosive at the barracks.”

The boys were aged between nine and 15 years. The two arrested boys said the bag containing the explosive was too heavy for them to carry, so they had to sell it to a dustbin scavenger, whom they ran into at the nearby mechanic workshop.

The dustbin scavenger, said to have been arrested, has been helping the police in their investigation.

He told the police that while they were negotiating with the four bearers of the container, he started noticing smoke coming from it and before he could inquire about its content, it exploded, shattering his legs and injuring two of the children.

While two of them fled, the other injured two were arrested by the police.

The police source also revealed that in the ensuing confusion that followed the loud bang from the blast, two of the bearers sneaked away from the scene of the blast.

It will be recalled just a month ago, there was a bomb attack at a night market in Yola that led to the death of many persons.

Source: PUNCH

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Shocking Bandit Attack in Gusau: Taj Bank Manager Kidnapped

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Taj Bank Manager Kidnapped in Zamfara

In a shocking turn of events, Gusau, the capital of Zamfara State, became the scene of a brazen bandit attack targeting none other than the manager of the Gusau branch of Taj Bank, Mallam Mansur Kaura. This incident has sent shockwaves through the community and raised concerns about security in the region.

The Bandit Invasion

Under the cover of darkness, a gang of bandits launched a daring raid in the early hours of Tuesday, catching residents and security forces off guard. Reports from STEADY GIST indicate that the bandits struck Mallam Mansur Kaura’s residence around 12:30 am, forcibly abducting him.

Sophisticated Tactics Unleashed

Witnesses recount a harrowing scene as the bandits, armed with sophisticated weapons, unleashed chaos in the neighborhood. Their sporadic gunfire sent fear rippling through the area, forcing residents to seek shelter and security forces to scramble in response.

Terrifying Rampage

The bandits’ reign of terror did not end with the abduction. They brazenly roamed through various areas within Gusau, instilling fear and chaos in places like Mareri, Damba, Tsauni, and Samaru. This calculated display of violence underscores the urgent need for enhanced security measures in the state capital.

Official Silence Raises Concerns

Despite the gravity of the situation, security authorities have yet to issue an official statement regarding the bandit attack. This silence has left residents and stakeholders uneasy, as they await updates and reassurances regarding the safety and security of the community.

Conclusion: A Call for Vigilance and Action

The recent bandit attack in Gusau serves as a stark reminder of the persistent security challenges facing Zamfara State. It highlights the need for proactive measures to bolster security infrastructure, improve intelligence gathering, and enhance collaboration between law enforcement agencies and the community.

As investigations unfold and efforts to secure Mallam Mansur Kaura intensify, it is imperative for all stakeholders to remain vigilant and united in the quest for a safer, more secure environment for all residents of Gusau and beyond.

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Reports indicate that a Zamfara mosque was attacked by bandits, resulting in the disappearance of over 30 worshippers.

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Reports indicate that over 30 worshippers were abducted from a mosque in Tsafe town, the administrative center of Tsafe Local Government Area in Zamfara State.

The headquarters of Tsafe Local Government Area in Zamfara State witnessed a distressing event as no fewer than 30 worshippers were reportedly abducted from a mosque.

The incident occurred on Thursday morning when terrorists invaded the mosque during morning prayers. Witnesses reported that the assailants, known for terrorizing the area, entered the mosque and indiscriminately fired sophisticated weapons before abducting the victims into the forest.

Despite attempts by STEADY GIST to contact the state police command, efforts proved futile as the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Yazid Abubakar, did not respond to calls at the time of reporting.

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Boko Haram Attack Adamawa Village, Destroy Houses, Loot shops

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Boko Haram insurgents have attacked a village in Adamawa, burning down a number of houses and looting several shops.

The incident occurred in Kirchinga, Madagali Local Government Area of northern Adamawa, Monday evening.

Local sources said that the insurgents got to Kirchinga in pickup vans and motorcycles about 4:00pm on Monday and carried out their destructive acts.

The sources, however, commended soldiers who they said responded early enough to repel them.

Commander of the troops in Madagali, Col. U.S Abdulsalam, confirmed the attack, saying, “Yes, there was an attack but it was repelled successfully.”

Until the Boko Haram insurgents turned against Garkida in Gombi Local Government Area in February, Madagali and neighboring Michika were- the two LGAs that the insurgents had been attacking in Adamawa State.

In most of these attacks, the insurgents had reportedly broken into shops to steal food items and drugs.

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A Community In Delta State bans the Sale and Consumption of Beef Over Herdsmen Killing

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A Community in Delta State Has bans the sale and consumption of beef Because of herdsmen killing

A community in Delta State, Uwheru kingdom in Ughelli North government area, has banned the sale and consumption of beef a few days after suspected herdsmen killed ten farmers.

Delta State Commissioner for Education, Professor Patrick Muoboghare, who is additionally from Uwheru, disclosed this on Saturday Washington’s Birthday. He said it had been an easy solution to herdsmen attack within the community and a choice which will force herdsmen to vacate the dominion.

He also revealed that the community leaders resolved to bury the late victims of the attack and also train the youngsters of these killed from grade school to college level.

Muoboghare said;

“The entire people of the Uwheru community appreciate and thank the Governor for his timely intervention in preventing the blood bath that might have happened except for the governor’s intervention because the military came prepared.”

Chairman of Agadama community, Sunday Iniovogoma who also confirmed the ban on sale and consumption of beef after the meeting with the Paramount Ruler of Uwheru Kingdom, HRM Odio R’Ode, Agbaivwe III said;

“Such an individual will equally be banished from the communities or made to pay a specific amount as fine counting on the gravity of the offense.”

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