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Police arrest  bandit, recover 4 AK47 rifles in Kaduna

Suspected bandit arrested by operatives of Kaduna state Police Command .

 

Police arrest  bandit, recover 4 AK47 rifles in Kaduna
Bandit
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec 25, 2022 (NAN)The Police Command in Kaduna State, said its operatives have arrested a bandit/gun runner and  recovered four AK47 rifles with 344 rounds of ammunition and his operational motorcycle in Kaduna.
The Command Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Muhammad Jalige, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Sunday in Kaduna.
Jalige said the renewed vigour and commitment of officers and men of the command in ensuring  total compliance with the directive for domination of public space during the festive period and beyond, had started yielding positive results.
He explained that on Dec 23, at about 17:30 hrs, operatives attached to Tudun Wada Zaria, while on surveillance patrol at Kwarkwaron Manu, Basawa area of Zaria metropolitan, intercepted two men on an unregistered motorcycle with bags concealed in a suspicious manner on the motorcycle.
“On being flagged down for search, the motorcycle passenger jumped down and fled, thereby heightening the suspicion of the eagle eyed operatives.
“The motorcycle and the rider, who gave his identity as one Bilyaminu Saidu aged 33 years  of Shuwaki village, Bakori LGA of Katsina State, were immediately subjected to a thorough search which led to his arrest.
 “The items recovered included  four  AK47 rifles, 344 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition,  telephones and charms, ” he said.
Jalige said the arrested suspect had been taken into custody and preliminary investigation has revealed he and his fleeing accomplice were on a nefarious mission to supply his gang with the offensive weapons.
“The Commissioner of Police, Kaduna State Command , Mr  Yekini Ayoku,  has ordered for a thorough and comprehensive investigation to unearth the source and destination of the illicit arms and the arrest of the suspect’s criminal cohorts.
He said the CP further assured members of the public that the command would be unwavering in its commitment to ensure public safety and security in line with the operational guidelines handed down by the Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba.
The PPRO  further enlisted the support and cooperation of all and sundry to the Police and other security agencies as security remained a shared responsibility.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/IA
Edited by Idris Abdulrahman
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General news

Christmas: CAN calls for deeper reflection on the message of season

Christmas
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec 24, 2022 (NAN)The Chairman, Christian
Association of Nigeria (CAN) Kaduna State Chapter, Rev. John Hayab, says  a  time like this  calls us to a deeper reflection on the message of the season.
Hayab  stated this in a Christmas message on Saturday in Kaduna.
“My  heart is filled with joy overwhelming in appreciation to God for making it possible for us all to witness yet another season of the commemoration of the nativity of the Lord Jesus Christ for the salvation of mankind.
“The birth of Christ is the ultimate gift ever given in the existence of the world, it is a symbolic gift that aims at exemplifying to us believers,  the importance of giving and the fact that there is  absolutely no limit or boundaries to giving.”
The CAN chairman who is also the Country Drector, Global Peace Foundation Nigeria, said  that “until you give to those in need,  Christ’s  love can not be said to dwell in you.”
According to him,  the major theme of Christmas is “Giving” not just giving but selfless giving which is why we will see, Christ was effortlessly  gifted to the womb that conceived him.
“When he came, he was birthed in an inn that was  not paid for, freely did the wise men from the east took the journey to the place of blessed birth, for nothing but to give him gifts, royal, priestly and prophetic gifts.
“Even during his ministry, he fed people from bread and fish gotten freely, and he ended his life as a free gift for the salvation of mankind.
“Indeed it will not be far fetched to say, giving is the reason for the season,” he said.
Hayab said as a leader, during this season,  we must continually teach our people the importance of giving not only within this season but as long as we lived on earth.
 He explained that the act of giving was  not only for the old or young, rich or poor, mighty or lowly, no, as long as we remained alive, we have what someone might  need to gain hope again.
“Brethren, we are not blessed by the amount that we give, we are blessed by the quality of our gift, a gift should be given in love with the sole purpose of meeting the needs of
others.
“This is an attitude parents should teach their  children from their childhood as the
scripture says, when we train a child, he will grow and not depart from the right path.
“This is a call to action not words, parents should provide for their children and guide them to picking what have been provided for them to give other people around them that are in need.
“There is absolutely no one that should be left out in this call for kindness, just a
little kindness will heal our land.”
Hayab said:  “My heart was delighted with  a Muslim Woman Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani  who kick-started the distribution of food stuffs to christian widows in our dear state.
“This shows us that there are non christians who understands the true meaning of the season.
“I  will call on our brothers and sisters who the lord has blessed to learn from this kind gesture of Tijjani  and be challenged.”
He said by  this kind gesture,  she had contributed her quota to building a peaceful and loving nation that we both so desired.
“Let me reiterate that  this is the time in this nation that we so desperately need,  this act of giving, this show of love and kindness.
“We should dedicate our lives to giving out to  all for the salvation of human kind,  especially as our nation takes final steps into the election year proper.
“We should fill the environment with mutual love, care and concern for each
other, we should give respect, understanding, love, and tolerance.
“As we celebrate this season, may heavens be kind to us, may God protect us all and may he grant us the grace to be able to live up to our expectations in this season that at the  end,  his name alone will be glorified.
“Merry Christmas  and a prosperous New Year ahead, ” Hayab said (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/CHOM
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Chioma Ugboma
Defence/Security

Christmas: FRSC deploys 1,769 personnel, 35 patrols vehicles in Kaduna State

Christmas: FRSC deploys 1,769 personnel, 35 patrols vehicles in Kaduna State
Deployment
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec. 24, 2022 (NAN) The Kaduna State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed no fewer than 1,769 personnel and 35 vehicles in ensuring hitch-free Christmas and New year festivities in the state.
The Acting Sector Commander, Mr Garba Lawal, gave this indication in a statement issued on Saturday in Kaduna.
Lawal said the 1,769 personnel deployed are made up of 290 Officers, 979 Marshals and 500 Special Marshals.
According to him, the measure is to ensure sanity on Kaduna highways, especially during this yuletide celebration and electioneering campaign.
“In  addition, five power bikes, one fire Truck, two Tow trucks, 10 ambulances, two from the Kaduna state Government to boost the logistics support of the Corps, equipment such as extricating machines, traffic cones, body cameras, Radar gun, Breathalyzers and patrolites have been deployed.
He explained that these will be distributed along designated routes as part of measures towards ensuring hitch-free yuletide between Dec. 20 to January 15, 2023.
Lawal said this exercise is pursuant to the corps 2022 Corporate Strategic Goals of 15 per cent reduction in Road Traffic Crash Fatality.
“These are designed to address the perennial rise in vehicular movement and the violation of traffic rules and regulations, especially during festive season.
“We will frown against over speeding, overloading, night journeys, Tyre Violation, Impatience, Fatigue, use of seat belts, use of phone, child restraint, conveyance of unlatched containers and mechanical defects.
“Consequent upon this, we will carry out massive deployment of personnel and logistics along critical flash points and road diversions such as Olam Farm, Doka, Kakau and Jere along Kaduna-Abuja highway,” he said.
He stated that the exercise will also witness setting of traffic control and rescue camps, especially at Rigachikun, Kwanan Farakwai and Durbin Rauga by officers and men of the command.
He added that 14 Unit Commands, 7 outposts, 13 station Offices and 10 Ambulance service points are fully activated along six major roads .
“The roads included Kaduna-Abuja, Kaduna-Zaria, Zaria-Kano, Kaduna-Birnin Gwari and Kaduna-Kachia, Kachia-Barde Forest, Akwanga-Gwantu highways as parts of measures to mitigate speed-related crashes during the festive season.
The Acting Commander reminded the motoring and general public that the 2022 end of year patrol theme still remains – “Avoid speeding, overloading and unsafe tyres to arrive alive”.
“There is, therefore, the need for robust public enlightenment campaigns through electronic and print media, motor park rallies, advocacy visits to traditional institutions, mosques, and churches.
“We call for everyone’s support in order to reduce crashes on our roads.”
He urged the motoring public to watch out for diversions and black spots along Abuja-Kaduna-Kano highways especially places like Olam Farm, Kakau, Katari, Jere, Audu Jangwam, Kwanan Tsintsiya, Lamban Zango.
Lawal warned motorists to ensure strict compliance with traffic rules and regulations while maintaining regular vehicle maintenance, sound state of health and mind, because only the living can celebrate.
“The  command wishes motorists and commuters a hitch-free celebration and a prosperous New Year, “Lawal said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
TJ/VAO
Edited by Vincent Obi
Defence/Security

Troops ambush bandits, kill 10, destroy camps in Kaduna State

Troops ambush bandits, kill 10, destroy camps in Kaduna State
Bandits
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec 23, 2022 (NAN) Troops of Operation Forest Sanity have neutralized eight bandits and seized six motorcycles during ambush patrols in the Chikun/Birnin Gwari Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Kaduna State.
The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affair, Samuel Aruwan, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Friday in Kaduna.
Aruwan said “According to feedback to the Kaduna state Government, the troops set up ambush positions at bandits’ crossing points in the Buruku/Birnin Gwari areas.
“The troops then made contact with the bandits and neutralized eight, while recovering four motorcycles and three mobile phones in the first successful mission.
“The troops then engaged bandits in a second mission and recovered two motorcycles,” he said.
Aruwan said in a similar operation, troops neutralized two bandits during clearance patrols along the Sabon Birni-Maidaro-Dogon Dawa-Galadimawa-Kidandan-Fatika axis.
He said the troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, two magazines loaded with 52 rounds, six motorcycles and three mobile phones.
Aruwan explained that the troops also dislodged camps around Garke and Galadimawa in Giwa LGA, recovering three Dane guns, two magazines, some military uniforms and nine motorcycles.
The Commissioner said Gov. Nasir El-Rufai noted the reports with gratitude, and commended the troops’ stealth, bravery and resilience in the successful operations. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
TJ/VAO
Edited by Vincent Obi
Defence/Security

Christmas: CP orders 24 – hour patrols in Kaduna

Kaduna State Commissioner of Police,  Mr Yekini Ayoku.

Christmas
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec. 23, 2022 (NAN)The Commissioner of Police (CP) Kaduna State Command, Mr Yekini Ayoku, says  the command has emplaced robust security arrangement for Christmas and New year activities in the state.
The CP stated this in a  statement  by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Mohammed Jalige on Friday in Kaduna.
The  CP  further ordered a  24-hour high visibility patrols around all the nooks and crannies of the state to ensure members of the public celebrated the yuletide in peace and confidence.
According to him, the command will    continue its  commitment in keeping its statutory mandate of securing the public space.
“The command has made adequate and massive deployment of personnel and materials to ensure  peaceful and hitch free Christmas and New Year celebrations in the state.”
The  CP directed all the Area Commanders and their Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) as well as Tactical Commanders to mobilise all operational and intelligence assets at their disposal for protection of all major highways, places of worship and  recreational facilities.
“This is to ensure that criminals are kept at bay and denied the latitude to carry out their nefarious activities.”
He  further notified the public that the sale and use of fireworks, knockouts and fire crackers in the state had been banned and hence,  parents and guardians were advised to warn their wards and keep close watch on them to avoid running foul of the law.
  He advised road users to be careful and vigilant while on the highways, obey all traffic rules and cooperate with law enforcement and safety agents on the road.
“Residents of the state are assured of the readiness of the command to promptly respond to distress situations.”
He said the command would  decisively deal with any person or group of persons who might in any way,  attempt to disrupt the peaceful atmosphere of the state during the festive period and beyond.
“Members of the public are enjoined to report any suspicious movement and objects to the nearest police and security formation or call police emergency numbers on: 070-3-967-5856 or 0807-539-1105.
“The command wish  all  residents of the state merry Christmas and a happy New year, ” he  said.
He urged all to reflect on the reason for the season by being law abiding and co-exist peacefully and harmoniously for the good and progress of the  state.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/CHOM
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Edited by Chioma Ugboma

 

 

 

Defence/Security

Yuletide: NSCDC deploys 3000 personnel to protect critical national assets in Kaduna

Yuletide: NSCDC deploys 3000 personnel to protect critical national asset in Kaduna
Yuletide
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec 23, 2022(NAN)The Kaduna Command, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), said it had deployed no fewer than 3,000 operatives across the state to protect critical national assets.
The NSCDC Commandant,  Idris Adah, said in a statement by the Command Public Relations Officer DSC Habeeb Badamasi on Friday in Kaduna.
Badamasi said the commandant approved the  deployment across the 23 local government areas of the state, to guard against any breakdown of laws and order during the festive period.
He said the officers would protect lives and property, and also guard against theft of  national assets during Christmas and New Year celebrations.
He advised residents to always report suspicious criminals in their environments, for prompt arrest and prosecution.
He also assured residents of the safety of their lives and properties and urged them to always be law abiding.
He appealed to the public to complement NSCDC’s efforts by giving useful information on persons, acts and incidences capable of thwarting peaceful Christmas and New Year celebrations.
He further advised the law abiding residents to take advantage of the increased routine patrols with surveillance in this challenging period, to rid suspected spots of criminal elements.
He warned criminals and terrorists to repent and be law abiding citizens, else they would face the consequences of their action .
He  advised members of the public to go to bed with their eyes closed as NSCDC officers and men were fully on ground.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/IA
Edited by Idris Abdulrahman
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Defence/Security

GOC charges newly promoted officers to inspire troops

Promotion
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec. 21, 2022 (NAN) The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja  has charged the newly promoted and decorated senior officers of the Division to redouble efforts in the service of the nation.
Lagbaja gave the charge on Wednesday in Kaduna while decorating three Colonels in the Division promoted to the rank of Brigadier General.
The GOC who is also the Force Commander Operation Whirl Punch, said they should contribute more positively to the system and inspire their subordinates
“You must redouble your efforts and brace up for more tasks as  promotion comes with higher responsibilities,” Lagbaja added.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the newly promoted officers were Brig.-Gen. OO Ejere, Deputy Chief of Staff Training and Operations, Brig.-Gen, AD Aliyu, the Director 1 Division Education Services and Brig.-Gen. AHB Jibril, the Commander 1 Division Provost Group.
Ejere who responded on behalf of the promoted officers, pledged their unalloyed and continuous loyalty to the Nigerian Army and the Commander-in-Chief.
He thanked the Commander-in-Chief, the Army Council and Chief of Army Staff for finding them worthy for promotion.
The event was attended by Formation Commanders, Principal Staff Officers, senior officers, family members and well wishers of the newly promoted officers.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/MZA
Edited by Maharazu Ahmed
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General news

Yuletide: DICON officers’ wives distribute food, provisions to orphanage homes in Kaduna

 

Yuletide: DICON officers’ wives distribute food, provisions to orphanage homes in Kaduna

Palliatives
By Mohammad Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec. 18, 2022 (NAN) The Defence Industries Corporation of  Nigeria (DICON) Officers’ Wives Association (DICONOWA), has shared food items, other essentials to orphanage homes as part of its end-of-the-year humanitarian outreach to host communities in Kaduna.
The Coordinator of DICONOWA, Mrs Nafisa Tafida, led the distribution of palliatives on Saturday in Kaduna.
Tafida stated that the distribution of food stuff and provisions was done as part of the association’s kind gesture of showing love, compassion and generosity to the vulnerable in the society so they could feel the sense of belonging in the forthcoming Christmas and New Year Seasons.
She reiterated the resolve of the officers’ wives to extend hands of generosity to the needy and less-privileged members of the society.
Tafida expressed optimism that the facility which caters for primary health needs of both civilians and military personnel would be upgraded with DICON becoming a military industrial complex in the nearest future.
She expressed satisfaction with the equipment and facilities at the clinic, adding that she had no iota of doubts that patients are in good and capable hands in the hospital.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the orphanage homes visited included Jamiyyar Matan Arewa and Adonai and  DICON medical facilities.
NAN also reports that items given to the orphanage homes included bags of rice, beans, cartons of noodles, spaghetti, yam tubers, palm oil, vegetable oil, diapers, towels and wipes, among others.
The DICONOWA coordinator became emotional and was moved to tears at Adonai orphanage home, while posing for a photo session with children in the care-giving facility, promising to remember them frequently in kind gestures of the association.
In her response, President of Jamiyyar Matan Arewa, Rabi Saulawa, while commending the kind gesture of DICONOWA, promised to utilize the donated items judiciously, adding that the food and other essential items would go a long way in putting smiles on the faces of kids at the centre.
She enjoined other individuals and corporate entities to emulate the generous gesture of the officers’ wives, saying orphans needed to be pampered with gifts and show of love so they won’t be overwhelmed by their status.
Also, the handler of Adonai Orphanage Centre, Pastor Samuel Oyelowo, appreciated DICONOWA for remembering the orphans, particularly in the Season of showing love to the needy as enjoined on followers of Christ in the scripture.
Oyelowo said the facility, since its establishment about 28 years ago, had not recorded a casualty among inmates, some of whom he disclosed are university graduates, thanks to the sponsorship and efforts of the centre.
“We must appreciate people like you who have kept us rolling in our efforts to cater for these kids whose welfare and upbringing have fallen on us.
“At present, we have 37 children in this facility, 12 are in different universities such as the Ahmadu Bello University, Bayero University, Ekiti University and Kaduna State University, all on our expense.
“We will ensure that all children in this Home are taught one form of trade or the other so they would become useful members of the society,” he said.
NAN report that at DICON Clinic, items distributed included mosquito nets, blankets, electrical current stabilizers, rechargeable lamps and dustbins, among others.
The Medical Director of DICON Clinic, Col. Maruf Yaya, lauded the association, saying the donated items would make positive impacts and be maximally utilized. (NAN) (www,nannews.ng)
TJ/VAO
Edited by Vincent Obi
Defence/Security

Defence minister tasks service chiefs to sustain joint training of short service courses

Defence minister urges service chiefs to sustain joint training of short service courses
POP
By Mohammad Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec.17, 2022 (NAN)The Minister of Defence, Gen. Bashir Magashi, has tasked the service chiefs to sustain the joint training of all Short Service Courses across the three services to address the issue of inter-service rivalry.
Magashi made the charge at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) combined Passing Out Parade ( POP) and  commissioning of 337 specialist officers into the Nigerian Armed Forces.
The commissioned  officers trained at the NDA, were of the Army Direct Short Service Course 26 and Direct Regular Course 30 of the Nigerian Airforce.
The specialist officers who included engineers, nurses, lawyers, among others, comprised 200 of the Nigerian Army and 137 of the Nigerian Airforce.
Magashi, who was the reviewing Officer of the POP, noted that the successes against adversaries being recorded by the Armed Forces could be attributed to the part of  enhanced synergy among the  services.
He said that through the leadership of President Muhammadu Buhari, the Armed Forces had been repositioned to better face contemporary security challenges.
The minister said it was achieved through thoughtful acquisition of requisite equipment and platforms which had improved the capabilities of the Armed Forces and greatly enhanced the morale and fighting spirit of troops.
To the officers, Magashi said the responsibility of leading and inspiring the soldiers and airmen/women of their services would be bestowed on  them and which would require tough decision making in the face of the adversaries.
 “In all circumstances, you must not do anything that is illegal, immoral or unethical, you must always believe in your abilities as you discharge your constitutional duty to our dear country Nigeria,” he said.
The minister tasked the officers on the need to apply their knowledge and skills in various fields of specialisations, to support the combat forces in achieving their assigned missions.
“You will need to learn fast and adapt quickly to the ever-changing operational environment,” he said.
 He thanked President Muhammadu Buhari for his commitment towards improving national security and ensuring sustainable development in Nigeria.
The Minister therefore urged Nigerians to continue to support the Armed Forces in their  collective efforts to rid the nation of all forms of insecurity from home and abroad.
He commended the Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs for intensifying the tempo of operations in the various theatres of operations which, according to him, resulted in significant operational gains  witnessed in the country in recent times.
Magashi also commended the Commandant, staff and instructors of the NDA for working selflessly in training and preparing the cadets for commissioning into the Army and  Air Force.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/EBI/IA
Edited by Benson Iziama/Idris Abdulrahman
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Defence/Security

Police present N84m to families of deceased officers in Kaduna, Kebbi

Police present N84m to families of deceased officers in Kaduna, Kebbi

Cheques

By Mohammed Tijjani/Mohammed Lawal

Kaduna, Dec. 13, 2022 (NAN) The Police on Tuesday presented N84 million cheques to families of personnel who died in active service in Kaduna and Kebbi States.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the money was the Group Life Insurance benefits of the deceased police personnel.

The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba approved the release of N65.8 million to families of deceased personnel in Kaduna State and N18.1 million in Kebbi.

In Kaduna, the cheques were handed over to the beneficiaries by the Commissioner of Police (CP), Mr Yekini Ayoku.

Ayoku said it was one of the cardinal welfare packages instituted by the IGP to appreciate deceased officers who paid the supreme price in the course of their service to the nation.

He said that though the loss of a loved one and bread winner cannot be recompensed, the gesture was to lessen the hardship the families would face.

“The payment is the IGP’s way of showing concern and sharing in the pains being experienced by the dependants as well as ameliorate their hardships,” Ayoku said.

In Kebbi where N18.1 million was shared, the CP, Ahmed Magaji-Kontagora, said the geature was not limited at supporting the families of the deceased officers, but also to boost the morale of serving officers.

Magaji-Kontagora advised the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the money to support their families.

Responding on behalf of all the beneficiaries, Isma’il Ahmadu and Salim Ayuba-Dansarai appreciated the IGP for the gesture.

They pledged to utilise the money to cater to the needs of their respective families, and appealed to the IGP to sustain the good gesture. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

TJ/KLM/MZA

Edited by Maharazu Ahmed

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