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    43 People, Perished In Goronyo Bandits Attack, Says Tambuwal

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    ASIYA Muhammad Sani

    Fourty three people have been confirmed dead in the wake of the attack by bandits on Goronyo township in Goronyo local government area of Sokoto state.

    Gov. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokoto state gave this clarification after due diligence on figures of those that died in the Goronyo market Sunday attack.

    Earlier in the day Gov. Tambuwal had put the figure at about 30 when the Chief of Army Staff, Gen. Farouk Yahaya paid him a courtesy visit.

    “The number of people that died in Goronyo. I did say it was above 30.

    I wasn’t categorical about the figure.

    “We just finished a meeting with some stakeholders and I have confirmed that we lost 43 people unfortunately to that incident.

    “May God Almighty have mercy on their souls,” Gov. Tambuwal said.

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    FCDA Land Revocation: 3,273 allottees, SGF, Akume, Gbajabiamila , Buhari children to lose Land ownership.

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    Two weeks notice has been issued by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to 3,273 allottees who are mostly top government officials serving in the current administration of president Bola Tinubu with threats to revoke the Certificates of Occupancy of plots of land they owned.

    Also affected are prominent individuals and corporate organizations. Notable individuals affected include are high-ranking government officials,
    Former governors,
    Serving and former lawmakers and
    Prominent business leaders.

    The FCTA’s move according to the notice is aims to address infrastructural development in Maitama II (A10) District. Landowners are advised to settle their bills promptly to avoid losing property rights.

    Notice Details:

    – 3,273 allottees affected
    – Two-week notice period
    – Reason: Infrastructural development in Maitama II (A10) District

    Affected Individuals:

    – Yusuf Buhari and Zahra Buhari (children of former President Muhammadu Buhari).

    – Femi Gbajabiamila (Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu).

    – Abbas Tajudeen (Speaker of the House of Representatives).

    – George Akume (Secretary to the Government of the Federation).

    – Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo (Minister of Interior)
    – Bukola Saraki (Former Senate President).

    – Yakubu Dogara (former Speaker of the House of Representatives).

    – Ovie Omo-Agege (former Deputy Senate President).

    – John Eno (Minister of Sports).

    – Abubakar Kyari (Minister of Agriculture and Food Security).

    – Chris Nigige (former Minister of Labour and Employment)

    Former Governors:

    – Theodore Orji
    – Rochas Okorocha
    – Ibikunle Amosun
    – Tanko Al-Makura
    – Joshua Dariye
    – Gabriel Suswam
    – Ibrahim Shekarau
    – Okezie Ikpeazu
    – Jonah Jang
    – Seriake Dickson
    – Adamu Muazu
    – Bukar Abba Ibrahim

    Serving and Former Lawmakers:

    – Dino Melaye
    – Kabiru Marafa
    – Stella Oduah
    – Danjuma Goje
    – Ben Bruce
    – David Umaru
    – Saliu Mustapha
    – Biodun Olujimi
    – Andy Uba
    – Sunday Karimi
    – Olumide Osoba
    – Nicholas Ossai
    – Emmanuel Bwacha
    – Osita Izunaso
    – Julius Ihonvbere
    – Wole Oke
    – Kabiru Gaya
    – Beni Lar
    – Leo Ogor
    – Darlington Nwokocha
    – Petet Nwaoboshi
    – Oker Jev
    – Lynda Ikpeazu
    – Khadijat Ibrahim
    – Obinna Chidoka
    – Philip Aduda
    – Smart Adeyemi
    – Chukwuka Utazi
    – Timothy Golu
    – Edward Pwajok
    – Ali Ndume
    – Ben Obi
    – Binta Garba
    – Teslim Folarin

    Other notable individuals:

    – Adamu Abdullahi (former National Chairman of the APC)
    – Ameh Ebute (third Republic Senate President)

    Key Points:

    -Two-week deadline to settle outstanding payments.

    – Infrastructural development cited as reason for notice.

    – Failure to pay may lead to withdrawal of Rights of Occupancy and reallocation of lands

    The notice warns that failure to pay outstanding land bills, rents, fees, and charges within the stipulated period will result in the withdrawal of the Rights of Occupancy and reallocation of the lands.

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    OjijiIzhi 2024: PDP media Director Southeast, Felicitate with Izhi Nnodo Ekumenyi worldwide

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    ADVERTORIAL:

    Encourages ndi Ebonyi to live in peace and harmony.

    Today marks another milestone in the life of our people *Izhi Nnodo Ekumenyi*; the most hospitable people, I have ever associated with in my entire existence; Notwithstanding, our brotherly love, shared cultural heritage dated back to our ancestoral background between Ezza Nation and Izhi Nnodo, can never be overemphasized, the duo became inseparable right from the day, the world began.

    As we Celebration today’s epoch making event in grand style, We pray God bless and keep our people both those at home and in diaspora. Yes, we have experienced alot of challenges as a people; am convinced together we can development our full potentials and make Ebonyi state livable and more Prosperous for our future generation.

    I want to appeal to ndi Ebonyi to love one another, live in peace and cherish our diverse culture and endowment. Our great party PDP will continue to uphold rule of law, ensure justice for all and equity at all times.

    Let me reiterated our commitment towards the full reposition of our great Party(PDP); we are poised to ensure ndi Ebonyi enjoys dividends of Democracy and consolidate on the achievements of our Foundingfathers, despite distraction posed by the ruling All Progressive’s Congress (APC) in the state.

    This year’s *”New Yam festival* will usher in a fulfilling hope and rekindle our bond for a successful nation, Amen.

    Once again, Congratulation and have a Fruitful celebration ndi Nkem.
    God bless Izhi Nnodo Ekumenyi worldwide
    God bless Ebonyi state
    God bless Federal Republic of Nigeria 🇳🇬.

    Signed:
    Hon. Nwafor Richard Nwali (Marvelous)
    Media Director Southeast, People’s Democratic party.

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    Kano CP Decorates 181 Newly Promoted Officers, Hosts Vice Chancellor Bayero University

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    Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Dogo Salman, has emphasized the importance of commitment, professionalism, and clean records in achieving promotion as he decorated 181 newly promoted senior police officers.


    CP Dogo Salman charged the officers of the command to redouble their efforts in ensuring the protection of lives and properties in the state. The beneficiaries, who were promoted from Inspectors to Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASP II), were part of the recent promotion released by the Police Service Commission (PSC) on 29th July 2024.

    The newly decorated ASP Jacob Yadume, while speaking on behalf of the promoted officers, assured the command of their commitment to discharge their duties professionally and in compliance with the rule of law.

    The commissioner, during his lecture with supervising police officers, expressed gratitude to the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, the Police Service Commission (PSC), and the Force management team. He commended the officers for their efforts despite recent security challenges.

    In a similar vein, CP Dogo Salman hosted the Vice Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano, Prof. Sagir Adamu Abbas, and his entourage at the Bompai Police Headquarters on Wednesday.

    During the visit, Prof. Abbas commended the Kano Police Command for its “exemplary support” and praised CP Dogo for his effective management of the recent nationwide protests. He assured the command of the university’s continued cooperation and pledged to offer assistance whenever needed.

    CP Dogo expressed his delight for the visit and reaffirmed his commitment to fostering a strong and cordial relationship between the Police Command and the University. He appreciated the university’s support and cooperation.

    The visit was concluded with a mutual pledge to continue working together. The occasion also featured an exchange of souvenirs as a symbol of strengthening friendship and cooperation between the two institutions.

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