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CSOs: Bandits’ Kidnapping Of Kebbi Schoolgirls To Disrupt Education In North
CSOs: Bandits’ Kidnapping Of Kebbi Schoolgirls To Disrupt Education In North
CSOs: Bandits’ kidnapping of Kebbi schoolgirls to disrupt education in North. Bandits had, on November 17, launched an attack on Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga and kidnapped 25 schoolgirls.
Acoalition of civil society organisations in Kebbi has described the mass kidnapping of schoolgirls in the state as a deliberate attempt to undermine educational development in the North.
The coalition’s chairman, Ibrahim Ngaski, said this during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi on Monday.
Bandits had, on November 17, launched an attack on Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga and kidnapped 25 schoolgirls.
“This heinous act is a direct attack on the safety, education and future of our children. We condemn in the strongest terms the abduction and the violence against these innocent girls and their families. Education is a fundamental right. Therefore, no child should live in fear of violence in whatsoever manner when pursuing their dreams,” the chairman said.
Mr Ngaski, therefore, called on the government to intensify search and rescue operations to ensure the safe return of all the abducted girls and other people in captivity, while appealing for enhanced security measures around schools and communities.
“Relocate all boarding schools situated in remote areas or prone to attack across the state to safer locations to prevent recurrence of such incidents. Engage with community leaders and other critical stakeholders to foster dialogue, prevention, peace and resilience-building initiatives in all the wards and villages across the state,” he said.
Another suggestion from the chairman was to provide immediate, comprehensive support to the victims’ families. He also recommended the full implementation of the Safe Schools Initiative, as the Kebbi Government was a beneficiary of grants from the World Bank under the AGILE Project.
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Mr Ngaski also called for strengthening partnerships with the sister states of Sokoto, Zamfara and Niger in intelligence gathering and protection against possible attacks by terrorist groups.
He added, “Continue providing support to security agencies and our local security outlets to help in overcoming the security challenges bedevilling our state.”
The chairman called on the international community, the media and all Nigerians to stand in solidarity with the affected families, while amplifying calls for swift justice and protection for the children.
“To this end, we call on parents, teachers and communities to remain vigilant and work closely with authorities. Let’s unite in condemning violence and defending the rights of every child to live and learn without fear,” he stated.
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
EFCC releases ex-AGF Malami after hours of interrogation. He said he would return for further questioning.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the former attorney general of the federation and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, after hours of interrogation by the anti-graft team.
Mr Malami confirmed his release in his X account on Saturday. The former minister said that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators.
He said that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” levelled against him would become clearer with time.
“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention. “The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
The EFCC had summoned Mr Malami through a letter dated November 24, and signed by Sunday Ofen-Imu on behalf of its chairman, Ola Olukoyede.
The EFCC did not disclose the specific allegations for which Mr Malami was invited.
Kano NSCDC Nabs 11 Suspected Hoodlums With Dangerous Weapons
Kano NSCDC nabs 11 suspected hoodlums with dangerous weapons. According to Mr Idris-Abdullahi, the suspects were arrested on Wednesday at about 1:00 a.m.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State command, says it has arrested a gang of 11 suspected hoodlums found in possession of dangerous weapons in Mariri, Kumbotso Local Government Area.
This is contained in a statement issued on Friday in Kano by the command’s public relations officer, SC Ibrahim Idris-Abdullahi.
He listed the suspects as Idris Muhammad,20, Abubakar Shuaibu,24, Sagiru Hassan Yusuf, 25, Idris Muhammad Morata, 25, and Anas Rabiu, 23.
Others were Yahaya Muhammad, 29, Khalid Idris, 28, Muhammad Adamu, 19, Muktar Auwal Muktar ,22, Salim Muktar, 18, and Saifullahi Nuhu,18.
According to Mr Idris-Abdullahi, operatives of the command apprehended the suspects on Wednesday at about 1:00 a.m, armed with dangerous local weapons.
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“The gang was on a rampage after attending a local traditional festival in Mariri area and were attacking residents and dispossessing them of their belongings.
“The gang also stormed a nearby NSCDC outpost in Mariri, attacked and left a staff fractured in the office” he said
Idris-Abdullahi listed the items recovered to include six cutlasses, swords and a pair of scissors.
He added that the command’s intelligence and investigation department had concluded investigations and the suspects would be charged to court.
Idris-Abdullahi quoted the state commandant, Mohammed Hassan-Agalama, as reaffirming the command’s commitment to tackling criminal activities, protecting critical national assets and safeguarding public peace in Kano State.
Lagos Police Nab 26 Over Counterfeit Currency, Adulterated Diesel
Lagos Police nab 26 over counterfeit currency, adulterated diesel. The police said N951,300 in counterfeit notes was recovered from the suspects’ premises during the raid.
The police command in Lagos has apprehended 26 suspects over counterfeit currency and adulterated diesel in the Eti-Osa and Lekki areas. The command spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, confirmed this in a statement on Friday.
She said the suspects were apprehended on Thursday afternoon during a joint operation conducted by police officers and officials of the Kick Against Indiscipline.
According to her, a total of N951,300 in counterfeit notes was recovered from the suspects’ premises during the raid.
The spokesperson said investigations revealed that four of the suspects were directly involved in the production and distribution of adulterated diesel and engine oil, locally known as ‘rice and beans’.
“The illicit product was sold to unsuspecting motorists across the area. Two other suspects were identified as suppliers of the adulterated petroleum products,” she said.
Police Arrests
Ms Adebisi said that police commissioner Olohundare Jimoh warned all criminally minded individuals to desist from their nefarious activities.
“CP Jimoh cautioned that anyone involved in acts that threaten public peace or economic stability will face the full weight of the law,” she said.
She assured residents that Lagos remains safe, reiterating that the command is in control of the security situation and has prioritised the safety and well-being of all residents.
She urged the public to provide credible and timely information that could assist the police in apprehending criminals and preventing crime.
“Public cooperation remains essential to sustaining the peace and security for which Lagos state is known,” she said.
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