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  • Ezenwa emerges 9th chairman of ICAN Awka district society

    Ezenwa emerges 9th chairman of ICAN Awka district society

    Investiture
    By Chimezie Anaso
    Awka, June 16, 2024 (NAN) The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, Awka District Society, on Sunday, inaugurated Mr Francis Ezenwa as the body’s ninth Chairman.

    Ezenwa was inaugurated alongside 13 other executive members at the investiture and N20 million fundraiser for the purchase of a bus for the district.

    In an inaugural speech at the ceremony held in Awka, Ezenwa, an alumnus of the University of Benin (Accounting), promised to prioritise the welfare and capacity enhancement for members.

    He said that the body, under his leadership, would entrench the culture of accounting by sponsoring prizes for students who did well in basic financial accounting in select schools in the state.

    He expressed the hope that, with the support of members, he would take the association to greater heights.

    Ezenwa, who succeeded Mr Emmanuel Modozie, promised that his executive would purchase an operational vehicle for the district.

    The Chairman, Anambra State Internal Revenue Service, Dr Greg Ezeilo, delivered the investiture lecture, entitled “Accountants in the new world order: Using professional skills to save the world”.

    Earlier in an address of welcome, the Chairman of the occasion, Mr Okechukwu Obi, expressed happiness that the association had continued to thrive over the years.

    Obi hoped that the new chairman would lead and leave the district better than he met it.

    Dignitaries from different walks of life, including the Traditional Ruler of Uga in Aguata Local Government Area, Igwe Stephen Ezenwugo, attended the colourful event. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

    APC/USO
    Edited by Sam Oditah

  • Men share coping with hormonal changes in pregnant wives

    Men share coping with hormonal changes in pregnant wives

    Changes

    By Vivian Eze/Veronica Dariya

    Abuja, June 16, 2024 (NAN) A cross section of men in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have shared their experiences on how they coped with the hormonal changes in their wives during pregnancy.

    The men spoke in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja.

    NAN reports that women experience significant hormonal changes during pregnancy to support the growth and development of the fetus and also to prepare the body for childbirth and motherhood.

    NAN further reports that these changes can lead to various physical and emotional symptoms, such as mood swings, fatigue, morning sickness, weight gain, skin changes and unusual cravings.

    The men, however, told NAN that these changes did not only affect the mother and child but also affected the people around them.

    Mr Eunan Ubor, a father and resident of Karu, said the experience was an uneasy one for his family but they were able to cope with the behavioural changes in his pregnant wife.

    He said that he had no option than to tolerate his wife’s anger as well as cope with her new likes and dislikes and always listened to her fears and anxiety during the period.

    According to him, my wife’s life changed and so did mine; we both had to adjust to the situation that came with the pregnancy at the different stages.

    “I had to hide my perfumes and deodorants because it irritated her and started using a particular soap that she liked, so she would not vomit.”

    Ubor said that due to the high blood pressure his wife had during the pregnancy, which took them in and out of the hospital, he had to reschedule his closing time at work, to return to his pregnant wife.

    This, he explained, was the routine for both of them until she delivered her baby.

    He also said that his wife had series of weird nightmares and the fear of giving birth, which kept him awake and praying most nights.

    “I had to bear with her and gave her all the support needed during the period, as we waited for the joy that comes after the pains.

    “I salute women for all they have to go through to give birth; God has given them grace and all that men need to do, is to support them during this period,” Ubor said.

    Similarly, Mr Leonard Ogbiabor, another father, said he has two children and the pregnancy journeys with his wife were worthwhile experience.

    Ogbiabor said that during his wife’s first pregnancy, she had weird likeness for smells that were naturally offensive.

    He said that she liked the smell of gutter and turned away from food because her taste bud changed, which made her craved for foods, different from what she normally liked.

    “She began to develop mood swings; most times, she got angry with no provocation, the harmless jokes I make with her became offensive and this drained me too.

    “She also became very weak and could barely take her bath without help; I had to do the house chores myself and still go to work.

    ”In fact, I had to adjust to a lot of things at that period,” he said.

    Ogbiabor also said that although the period was a challenging one as he never blamed his wife for her actions at that time but did his best to support her patiently.

    He described his experience as a beautiful one that ended with jubilation, which he added, prepared him for fatherly responsibilities and made him more prayerful.

    However, Mr Steven Abah, a father of four, said he was lucky to have his wife’s pregnancies coming with no challenges.

    He said that the change in his wife during her pregnancies was not much and not demanding.

    “She did not request for much but I made sure she ate good foods as well as fruits and plenty of water.”

    Abah said that most times, his wife had issues trying to sleep after turning to several positions but he always assisted her to get comfort.

    He emphasised that hormonal changes in his wife during pregnancy varied for each of their children but none was stressful and mentally exhausting. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Dorcas Jonah and Abiemwense Moru

     

  • Eid-el Kabir: Ondo Speaker urges Muslims to remember needy

    Eid-el Kabir: Ondo Speaker urges Muslims to remember needy

    Eid-el Kabir
    By Alaba Olusola Oke
    Akure, June 16,2024( NAN) The Speaker, Ondo State House of Assembly, Chief Olamide Oladiji, has urged Muslim faithful to remember the less-privileged in the society during the Eid-el Kabir celebration.

    Oladiji, in his Sallah message on Sunday in Akure, said Muslims should equally celebrate the festival with moderation in tune with the current economic reality.

    Oladiji enjoined Muslims to share with the needy, in their celebration, in line with the Islamic doctrine, as dictated by the Eid-el Kabir.

    The speaker who congratulated Muslim faithful on the celebration, urged them to continue to live in harmony with other religious faith.

    He solicited for ceaseless prayers to sustain the relative peace currently enjoy in the state.

    The speaker equally called for prayers for the leaders of the country, requesting God to grant them the wisdom, knowledge and understanding to lead the nation aright.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Chioma Ugboma/Tayo Ikujuni

  • Eid-el Kabir: Uzodimma, Otti advocate religious tolerance between Muslim, Christian faithful 

    Eid-el Kabir: Uzodimma, Otti advocate religious tolerance between Muslim, Christian faithful

    Tolerance
    By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom/ Peter Okolie
    Owerri, June 16, 2023 (NAN) Gov. Hope Uzodimma of Imo and his Abia counterpart, Gov. Alex Otti, have called for religious tolerance between the Muslim and Christian faithful in the country as the Muslim Community worldwide celebrates this year’s Eid-el Kabir.

    Uzodimma said: “love, unity, peace, growth, development and more, will be guaranteed in the country, if members of the Muslim and Christian community decide to cohabit, not just in Imo but elsewhere in Nigeria.”

    He spoke when he played host to the Muslim leaders in Imo at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Owerri on Sunday.

    He congratulated the Muslim faithful for successfully completing their fasting and the privilege of being alive to witness the 2024 Festival of Sacrifice (Eid-el Kabir).

    The governor urged the faithful to “wear tolerance like a cloth.

    “Your faiths are simply means of getting to your destination, which is God.

    “We cannot grow in an atmosphere of rancour, hatred, killing, blood-letting, armed robbery and other vices, which both the Koran and Bible condemn.

    “Tolerance is the name of the business, and with it, inclusive growth and development will be achieved,” he said.

    Addressing some Christian faithful, who joined in the celebration, Uzodimma thanked them for the showing solidarity to their Muslim brothers and sisters at the “common communion”.

    He said: “If you can eat together, it means you can live together, work together and even protect your environment together.

    “It is now time we interrogated our consciences and do those things that please God,” he further said.

    The governor used the occasion to congratulate fathers in the state on the occasion of this year’s International Father’s Day celebration.

    He said that their support to his government in building a virile society could not be discountenanced.

    “We recognise your sacrifices and contributions, which inspire us to strive for a better society and I pray for abundant blessings upon you and your families,” he said.

    Earlier, the leadership of the Muslim Community in the state, Alhaji Bashir Uwakwe, assured the governor that they would remain united in all their endeavours.

    Uwakwe thanked the governor for deeming it necessary, again, to fete them in the Government House, describing the gesture as “unquantifiable show of love to us and our faith.”

    He promised that they would continue to be of good behaviour and to make positive impact in the state.

    He appealed to the governor to ensure that more Muslim faithful got the opportunity to be part of next year’s Hajj.

    In a related development, the Abia governor called on residents of the state to imbibe the spirit of the Eid-el Kabir by being their brothers’ keepers.

    He made the call in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Kazie Uko, and made available to newsmen in Umuahia on Sunday.

    He was quoted to have said that the celebration “also promotes love and understanding among individuals, regardless of their diverse cultures, backgrounds and beliefs”.

    Otti further said that the celebration upholds the act of sacrifice and selfless service in obedience to Allah’s will.

    “This was exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim’s unwavering readiness to sacrifice his son in accordance with Allah’s command,” he was reported as saying.

    The governor also described the event as significant in the Islamic calendar and urged the Muslim faithful to emulate Prophet Ibrahim, who demonstrated complete loyalty and trust in his relationship with Allah.

    “As the world celebrates this important festival, I enjoin all Muslim faithful across the state to emulate Prophet Ibrahim for his faithful devotion to duty and the will of Allah,” he said.

    According to him, the Prophet was willing to offer his only son as a sacrifice for the good of all without questioning.

    “I acknowledge the values of selflessness, kindness, and devotion that are at the heart of Eid-el Kabir and pray that this special period will bring us peace, happiness and unity.

    “On behalf of the Government and good citizens of our dear state, I extend our warmest greetings to our Muslim brothers and sisters in the state and around the country,” he added.

    He promised that the State Government would continue to create equal opportunities and the necessary conducive environment for citizens to live and conduct their businesses.

    “We, therefore, call for the continued support and cooperation of every resident in Abia,” Otti said.
    (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

    INA/OPC/USO
    Edited by Sam Oditah

  • Participants laud 6th Naija Brand Chick Trade Fair

    6th Naija Brand Chick (NBC) Trade Fair in Lagos

     

    Fair
    By Aderonke Ojediran
    Lagos, June 16, 2024 (NAN)  The sixth edition of Naija Brand Chick (NBC) Trade Fair ended on Sunday in Lagos,  with many participants describing it as remarkable.
    The event which began on Friday at  White Stone, Oregon, Ikeja, was organised in partnership with Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts  and Culture.
    No fewer that 200 vendors participated at the sixth edition of the fair tagged “Buy, Sell, Network”.
    In interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos, some participants said that the fair was a huge success.
    Mrs Bahijja Wasai, a Kano resident and  dealer in incense and cosmetics, told NAN  at the fair venue that its organisation should be a template for organisation of other trade fairs.
    “I came all the way from Kano State for the trade fair. I have participated in many trade fairs but this particular trade fair was different.
    “It is the best fair in terms of organisation, and it is the most intensive in term of sales.
    ” It was back-to-back trading with a large population.
    “I achieved my target on the second day of the trade fair. We will like to thank  Lagos State Government in particular because it has been very supportive,” she said.
    Mrs Blessing Aregbesola, who deals in clothings, told NAN at the venue that the fair was a huge success.
    “The trade fair was an incredible experience. All our collection was almost sold out. It was a great experience,” she said.
    Nelly Agboju, the Founder of the NBC Trade Fair, told NAN that the 2024 edition was impactful, especially on vendors.
    “The aim of this fair is to help business owners to do better.
    “On the first day alone, over N300 million was realised. We are excited that the fair was phenomenal, and we know this has been one of the best fairs,” she said.
    She applauded Lagos State Government for hosting the event.
    “My message to all business owners is that they should  be consistent in what they do,” she said.
    Commenting,  the Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Tou,  Arts and Culture, Mr  Idris Aregbe, said that the fair was a success.
    “It has been a great journey.  We have been able to put up a marriage between Lagos tourism and the trade fair.
    “We have been able to use entertainment to push our brand. We have been able to use the event to educate the people on the streets of Lagos, and we have seen that Lagos will continue to lead when it comes to commerce and industry,” he said.
    He said that the fact that vendors came from various parts of Nigeria and even outside the country showed that the NBC Trade Fair had come to stay,” Aregbe said. (NAN)(www.nanews.ng)
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    Edited by Ijeoma Popoola

  • Cholera: Improve nationwide access to WASH, gastroenterologist appeals to govts

    Cholera
    By Oluwafunke Ishola

    Lagos, June 16, 2024 (NAN) A Consultant Gastroenterologist, Dr Mbang Kooffreh-Ada, says adequate access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) remains the sustainable solution to reducing the transmission of cholera cases and deaths in the country.

    Kooffreh-Ada, who works at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos.

    A gastroenterologist is a medical practitioner, who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and related organs, NAN reports.

    According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), cholera is an acute diarrhoeal infection caused by ingestion of food or water contaminated with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae.

    Cholera can cause severe acute watery diarrhea and the severe forms of the disease can kill within hours if left untreated.

    Kooffreh-Ada, however, warned that, “medical interventions alone won’t solve the underlying issues leading to cholera outbreaks”, stressing that cholera is an indicator of inequity and lack of social development.

    She stressed the need for the government at all levels to prioritise access to potable water for citizens through the establishment of water boards to supply clean and hygiene pipe borne water to homes.

    “We’re in the middle of the rainy season and you have a lot of runoff water from the heavy downpour, which can contaminate water sources, especially in communities where they practice is defecation.

    “Many households do not have access to clean pipe borne public water supply from water boards in each of the states where water engineers chlorinate and purify the water.

    “Creating a functioning water board in all states would be an avenue to nip this particular problem in the bud,” she said.

    The gastroenterologist stressed that open defecation and indiscriminate sewage disposal should be discouraged and laws to punish defaulters put in place to serve as a deterrent to would-be offenders.

    She noted that seepage could percolate down and contaminate underground water, thus appealing to borehole engineers to dig deep to prevent contamination of underground water sources.

    Kooffreh-Ada noted that fecal-oral transmission was the main driving force behind cholera in most communities, advising the public to boil water to boiling points to kill the pathogens before drinking or cooking with it.

    “Some people actually use human waste as manure; so, I always tell my patients that if you are going to prepare meals, especially with vegetables or fruits, make sure you wash them very well under running water.

    “If you’re cooking them, you cook to the point where the organism can possibly be killed,” she advised.

    The gastroenterologist emphasised that cholera could be easily treated through prompt administration of oral rehydration solution (ORS) or preparing the salt and sugar solution to help the person.

    She said that the WHO/UNICEF’s ORS standard sachet should be dissolved in one litre of clean water for children, while adult patients might require up to six litres of ORS to treat moderate dehydration on the first day.

    Kooffreh-Ada noted that severely dehydrated patients were required to take the rapid administration of intravenous fluids and appropriate antibiotics under the supervision of healthcare professionals to reduce diarrhea duration and dehydration.

    She advised the public to promptly report all cholera cases at nearby health facilities for proper supervision and management to improve patient’s survival.

    The gastroenterologist stressed that primary healthcare centres should be adequately equipped, especially with IV infusions, antibiotics and medical personnel to cater for patients with cholera.

    She stressed the need for citizens to embrace frequent handwashing, improve hygiene in their homes, and environment to prevent infection with cholera.

    NAN reports that the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), on June 12, hinted of increasing cholera cases nationwide, with recorded 30 deaths and 65 confirmed cases of cholera.

    NCDC said the cases were reported from 96 local government areas(LGAs) in 30 states between January and June 11, 2024.

    The agency disclosed that 10 states contributed 90 per cent to the burden of cholera listing the states to include Bayelsa, Zamfara, Abia, Cross River, Bauchi, Delta, Katsina, Imo, Nasarawa and Lagos.

    The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, on June 11, alerted residents of the state of cholera outbreak resulting in five fatalities and 60 hospitalisation in four LGAs of the state.

    Abayomi disclosed that fatalities recorded were from patients with severe gastroenteritis presented late at health facilities with extreme dehydration.

    He called for heightened vigilance and adoption of precautionary measures, disclosing that the state had activated a statewide heightened surveillance and response to check the transmission of the disease. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Kevin Okunzuwa/Vivian Ihechu

  • Oyebanji mourns ex-Commissioners, Adesua, Ojo

    Oyebanji mourns ex-Commissioners, Adesua, Ojo

    Condolences
    By Bolanle Lawal
    Ado-Ekiti, June 16, 2024 (NAN) Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has expressed sadness over the death of the immediate past Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development in the state, Chief Diran Adesua.

    Adesua, who died on Friday, was Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development from 2018 to 2022.

    Oyebanji, n a condolence message signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Olayinka Oyebode, described Adesua’s death as shocking.

    The governor noted that Adesua’s demise was an irreparable loss to the progressives fold of the All Progressives Congress(APC) and the state at large.

    He said the deceased served the state meritoriously, and was reputed for contributing meaningfully to the development of the state.

    “On behalf of my wife, the government and good people of Ekiti State, I commiserate with the children and immediate family members of Chief Diran Adesua on the death of this illustrious son of Ekiti.

    “Though his death is shocking and sad, we are consoled by the impactful life he lived as a community leader, distinguished professional and politician.

    “It is our prayer that the good Lord will grant him eternal rest and comfort the family he left behind”, Oyebanji said.

    Similarly, Oyebanji commiserated with the family of a former Commissioner for Education in the state, Mrs Titilayo Ojo.

    Ojo, who served as Commissioner for Education during the administration of Otunba Niyi Adebayo, was a renowned progressive leader in Ikole Local Government and Ekiti State, and a rallying point for the women fold of the APC.

    The governor who paid a condolence visit to the Ojo’s family home at Odo Ayedun Ekiti, commiserated with the deceased husband, Mr Ayo Ojo, the children and the entire APC family in Ikole Local Government.

    He said the late Ojo lived a life of service to the state, the party and humanity, urging her husband and the children to be consoled with the fact that the former commissioner left behind legacies of service, honour and excellence.

    “We shall miss Mama Titilayo Ojo, no doubt, but she will be remembered for her diligence, discipline and dedication to good causes.

    “May God grant her eternal rest and comfort the family”, the Governor added. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

    FFB/IKU
    Edited by Tayo Ikujuni

  • Sen. Katung mourns late  Chief of Moro’a

    Condolence

    By Amen Gajira

    Manchok, June 16, 2024 (NAN) Sen. Sunday Katung (PDP Kaduna South), on Sunday, sympathised with the family of late Malam Tagwai Sambo, Chief of Moro’a, in Kaura  Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

    Sambo, a first-class traditional ruler died peacefully in his sleep on Friday at 88, and had spent 58 years on the throne.

    Katung, during a condolence visit to the family in Manchok, described Sambo’s demise as a huge loss to the nation.

    The senator, who was accompanied by Rep. Daniel Amos (PDP- Jema’a/Sanga), disclosed that the late traditional leader was a great pillar of support to him.

    He said: “Baba was a great pillar to me and for that, I am here to pay my last respect and appreciate him for being a great support to me.

    “May his soul rest in peace.”

    He added that Sambo had contributed immensely to the growth and development of not only Moro’a Chiefdom, but the entire Southern Kaduna.

    “He had lived a very productive life and represented the virtues of truth, service and honesty in his 58 years on the throne.

    “Baba’s leadership and goodwill attracted enormous development to the chiefdom and positivity impacted the lives of his people.

    “The country has lost one of its longest-reigning traditional monarchs whose contributions to the promotion of unity and peaceful coexistence among Nigerians cannot be forgotten for years to come.

    “Baba was a true leader; he was an upright person and God fearing. The only thing we can do to keep his name alive is to emulate his peaceful legacy,” the senator said.

    While consoling the wife of the late monarch, Mrs Alisabatu Sambo, the senator urged the family to be comforted in the fact that late Sambo lived for God and humanity.

    Responding, the Secretary of the Moro’a Traditional Council, Mr Emmanuel Musa, thanked the senator and his entourage for the condolence visit.

    Musa also thanked the Senator for sponsoring a bill for the establishment of the Federal University of Applied Sciences, to be sited in the Chiefdom.

    He pointed out that the move, if successful, would bring growth and development not only to Moro’a Chiefdom, but the entire Kaduna State. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Philip Yatai

  • NDLEA destroys 28,959kg cannabis in Edo, Ekiti forests

    NDLEA destroys 28,959kg cannabis in Edo, Ekiti forests

    Forests

    By Ibironke Ariyo

    Abuja, June 16, 2024 (NAN) The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has destroyed not less than 10, 534.78 kilograms of cannabis (also called Marijuana), cultivated on 4.213912 hectares of farmland in Edo.

    NDLEA’s Spokesman, Mr Femi Babafemi, on Sunday in Abuja, said that the farm was located at Uhen forest in Ovia North East Local Government Area of the state.

    Babafemi said that the operatives of the agency, who raided the forests on Wednesday, June 12 arrested four suspects.

    He gave the names of the the suspects as Frank Ishoku, 38; Clifford Ossai, 49; Vanger Timothy, 30; and John Oluwaseyi, 30, adding that 16kg processed cannabis was recovered for the purpose of prosecution.

    Babafemi added that operatives of the agency also destroyed a 18,425kg of the same psychoactive substance on 7.37 hectares of farmland.

    Similarly, he said personnel of sister security agencies supported the agency’s operations in the thick forest of Ise Ekiti, on Friday.

    “In Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, two suspects – Muhammad Abba, 33, and Samson Ehizogie, 42, were arrested with 3,550 bottles of Akuskura.

    “This is a new mixture of psychotropic substances, seized by operatives during a raid on Friday June 14 at Garki Area 10 and Dutse Suokale, both within the FCT.”

    In another development, Babafemi said that Mr Emmanuel Ogechi, 24, was nabbed with 11,200 pills of tramadol on Wednesday, June 12 along Otukpo-Enugu road, by NDLEA operatives in Benue.

    He said another suspect, Anayo Onwe, 40, was arrested with 62.4kg cannabis sativa at Nteje,, saying the agency’s operatives seized 1kg of methamphetamine belonging to a fleeing suspect, in Oraifite, in Anambra.

    “In Kwara, Muhammed Musa, 24, was arrested with 33kg cannabis at Bode-Saadu, Jebba, while Shokuro Adeola, 59, was nabbed with 11.5kg of same substance along Lagos-Ibadan expressway, Oyo state,” he said.  (NAN) (http://www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Kevin Okunzuwa and Abiemwense Moru

  • Troops eliminate marauding terrorist in Kaduna

    Troops eliminate marauding terrorist in Kaduna

    Terrorist

    By Sumaila Ogbaje

    Abuja, June 16, 2024 (NAN) The Nigerian Army on Sunday said its troops eliminated a terrorist identified as a cohort of a notorious terrorist commander known as Buharin Yadi, who was eliminated by troops in a recent encounter.

    The army, in a post on its official X Handle, said the terrorist was in transit to commit mayhem during the ongoing Eid-el Kabir celebration in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

    It said the terrorist met his Waterloo when troops projecting fighting patrol to Kidandan, a village in Giwa LGA, spotted him speeding off on a motorbike, in an attempt to evade the approaching patrol team.

    According to the post, the vigilant troops swiftly pursued the terrorist, causing him to abandon his motorbike and fled into a nearby settlement.

    “Undeterred, the troops continued to trail the fleeing terrorist until they successfully caught up and neutralised him while frantically trying to escape into the bush, at the outskirts of the community.

    “Upon searching the area, the troops recovered the abandoned motorbike, two bags containing corn flour, and a mobile phone from the neutralised terrorist.

    “Further verification by operatives from the intelligence community confirmed the identity of the terrorist as one Daushe, a known cohort of Buharin Yadi, who had been recently neutralised by troops in the same area.

    “The swift and coordinated efforts of the security forces have once again prevented a potential threat to the community,” it said.

    The post added that the troops were currently maintaining a strong presence in the area to ensure a smooth and trouble-free Sallah celebration in Giwa Local Government Area. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

    OYS/EBI/AMM

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    Edited by Benson Iziama and Abiemwense Moru