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PDP Crisis We Never Suspended Campaigns - Tambuwal

PDP Crisis: We Never Suspended Campaigns – Tambuwal

October 14, 2022 6:51 am

The Director General of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Campaign Organisation (PCO), AND Sokoto state Governor, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has denied speculations that the organisation had to suspend its campaign to placate Wike. 

In a statement signed by his Media aide, Mohammed Bello, Tambuwal was quoted as saying on Thursday that to the contrary, the campaign train “is continuing, by the grace of God on Monday in Kaduna.’

Tambuwual further said he ‘was amazed and taken aback last night when I saw on social media and on very many platforms that we’ve called off our campaign.

‘That is far …

Buhari Reacts To Release Of 23 Train Hostages

Buhari Reacts To Release Of 23 Train Hostages

October 6, 2022 5:04 am

The President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his joy and satisfaction, and that of the entire country with the military as well as other security agencies on the safe release of the remaining 23 kidnapped train passengers held in captivity by terrorists for 6 months.

While reacting to the news of the safe release of the hostages in line with his earlier directives, President Buhari pointed out that the nation owed the military and all other security and intelligence agencies a debt of gratitude for the successful conduct of the operation leading to the release of the hostages, …

Ex-Soldier Arrested For Supplying Terrorists With Arms

Ex-Soldier Arrested For Supplying Terrorists With Arms

September 1, 2022 5:54 am

Reports reaching Africa Daily News, New York has it that an ex-soldier have been arrested for allegedly providing terrorists who lurk in the northwestern state with ammunitions; a couple of other notorious bandits were also arrested.

Sa’idu Lawal, the prime suspect, is alleged to have terrorized localities in the states of Niger, Kaduna, Katsina, Kebbi, and Kaduna – making life unbearable for residents of these states.

Despite his voluntary retirement from the Nigerian Army in 2021, Sa’idu Lawal, a native of Zamfara State, has been providing armed support to bandits in the North West.

On his way to deliver ammunition …

Abducted Train Passenger’s Brother Seeks Buhari’s Help

Abducted Train Passenger’s Brother Seeks Buhari’s Help

August 30, 2022 7:58 am

Following the Abuja–Kaduna train attack the Federal Government has been urged by Azurfa Lois’ family to intervene quickly and stop the terrorists from being killed off by her kidnappers.

Christian Lois, age 21, was taken hostage on March 28 while on the Abuja-Kaduna train when it was assaulted by ISWAP militiamen. Lois has been held captive ever then.

On August 20, Tukur Mamu, a past mediator between the families of the hijacked passengers and the terrorists, alerted authorities to the fact that the kidnappers had indicated a desire to marry Lois; the recent development has thrown the girl’s family into …

At Least 36 Kidnapped As Bandits Attack Kaduna Again

‘Bandits Will Soon Take Over State’ – Kaduna Residents Lament

August 6, 2022 9:26 am

Some of the Kaduna residents have on Saturday raised a massive alarm over the increasing wave of armed bandits attacks in the state and it’s environs while bemoaning the fact that the state would soon be overridden by them.

According to the residents, with the speed at which the bandits are gaining ground, they will soon announce one of their leaders as State governor.

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Musa Abilewa, who is the former Chief Security Officer to Kauru LGA, said bandits have more sophisticated weapons than security operatives.

He said by the …

Bandits Are Now More Powerful Than Zamfara State Govt – Modi

Another Bandit Attack On Church Confirmed By Kaduna Govt

June 19, 2022 9:01 pm

In a sad occurence, the Kaduna State Government (KDSG) has finally confirmed the news making rounds that some bandits had laid siege to a church where they attacked worshippers, killing three people in the process and injuring two others in Kajuru Local Government Area.

Mr Samuel Aruwan who id the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs had confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Sunday in Kaduna.

Read Also: Kaduna Lecturer’s Daughter Freed After 38 Days In Captivity

Aruwan said, “On a sad note, security agencies have reported to the Kaduna state government that bandits attacked worshippers and

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Bandits Are Now More Powerful Than Zamfara State Govt – Modi

Kaduna Lecturer’s Daughter Freed After 38 Days In Captivity

June 2, 2022 5:05 am

It was all jubilation galore as the daughter of the Kaduna State polytechnic lecturer, Dr Ramatu Abarsh, who was held back after her mother was released has been set free by bandits.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that Dr Ramatu Dr Abarshi, her daughter and their driver, Ibrahim, were abducted on April 24, 2022, along Kachia-Kaduna Highway while returning from a Charity mission.

Her mother was released a few weeks after payment of an undisclosed amount as ransom, living her daughter, and driver in the hands of the kidnapper.

Read Also: Bandits Give Update On Kidnapped Abuja Train Passengers

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Terrorists Attack Kaduna School, Abduct Female Students

Terrorists Attack Kaduna School, Abduct Female Students

May 20, 2022 4:48 am

No fewer than four students of Kaduna State College of Education (KSCOE), Gidan Waya in Jema’a Local Government Area of the state have been confirmed to have been abducted after terrorists invaded the school.

Africa Daily News, New York gathered that the victims were kidnapped at Mile 1 area of Gidan Waya axis yesterday evening..

While sharing his comments on the incident, spokesman, Kaduna State Student Union (KADSSU), KSCOE Chapter, Comrade Benjamin Fie, said their abductors have demanded a huge ransom.

Read Also: Bandits Attack Abuja-Kaduna Road, Abduct Many Travellers

Fie said, ‘It’s with a bitter heart that the Kaduna …

Abducted Train Victims Pay Ransom To Terrorists, Gumi To FG

Abducted Train Victims: Pay Ransom To Terrorists, Gumi To FG

May 13, 2022 4:05 am

Controversial Kaduna-based Islamic Scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has called on the federal government to pay ransom to the terrorists who are currently holding the 62 abducted passengers of the Abuja-Kaduna train.

The renowned cleric made the call when he spoke during the special prayers organised for the victims by the Jama’iyyar Matan Arewa (JMA), yesterday in Kaduna.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that terrorists had on March 28 attacked the train, killing no fewer than passengers and abducting 62 others.

Gumi stated that, ‘Just imagine now, people are paying up to N25 billion to buy forms instead …

Insecurity 57 Abducted As Terrorists Attack Kaduna Community

Insecurity: 57 Abducted As Terrorists Attack Kaduna Community

March 18, 2022 5:42 am

A resident of the area, Philip John, who spoke to newsmen revealed that the terrorists stormed the community on foot in the early hours of Thursday, at about 1 am before carrying out the abductions.

He went on to explained that the terrorists came to the community in their large numbers and started shooting sporadically to put fear in the hearts of the natives.

According to …

Gunmen Abduct Catholic Priest, Kill Many In Kaduna Community

Gunmen Abduct Catholic Priest, Kill Many In Kaduna Community

March 8, 2022 5:11 am

Suspected bandits on Tuesday morning invaded Kudendan community, in Kaduna State and abducted a Catholic Church priest whose name was given as Reverend Fr. Joseph Akeke while also shooting a yet-to-be-identified number of people.

The incident sent many residents into serious panic, as they heard sounds of gunshots, thinking it was from the security operatives who were meant to be protecting the community.

A resident, Sunday Moses who spoke to newsmen said, ‘the kidnappers killed two security guards before gaining access to the Reverend Father’s house.’

Read Also: Insecurity: Nine Abducted As Bandits Attack Sokoto

He went on to explain …

Buhari Expresses Shock, Condemns Gruesome Killings In Kaduna

Buhari Expresses Shock, Condemns Gruesome Killings In Kaduna

December 20, 2021 12:06 am

President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday condemned the renewed killings by suspected bandits in Kaduna State, Northern Nigeria.

In a statement signed by Garba Shehu, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity which was obtained by Africa Daily News, New York on Sunday, President Buhari, particularly condemned in strong terms the gruesome incidents which reportedly in Kauran Fawa, Marke and Ruhiya of Idasu Ward of Giwa Local Government Area, pointing out that he was really saddened by them.

The President’s reaction came shortly after he returned from Istanbul on Sunday.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that …

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