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Kaduna: Adara community cries out as militia kill two, abduct 17 others
Under the banner of the Adara Youth Congress (AYC), Adara youths in Kaduna State have raised alarms about the daily, brutal attacks by Fulani terrorists.
They claim that no Adara community has been spared from the violence and terror inflicted by these attackers.
In a statement released by Alhaji Ishaya Onnusim, the Public Relations Officer of AYC, it was expressed: “With profound sorrow, I speak on behalf of the Adara Youth Congress (AYC), highlighting the relentless and brutal slaughtering of our Adara people by Fulani terrorists daily.”
He reported that the violence continued on Friday in the Gefe community, within the Kallah District of Kajuru LGA, Kaduna State. The Village Chief, Mr. Emmanuel Dangaladima (Agom Ana-Gefe), was brutally murdered.
Onnusim lamented that the leadership and guidance of Dangaladima had been cruelly taken away, creating an irreplaceable loss for the community.
“The violence didn’t stop there. Mr. Eze Paska, a young Igbo man who had moved to our community seeking peace, was also ruthlessly killed. His wife was abducted by these cruel attackers,” he said.
Additionally, sixteen other Adara individuals were kidnapped and taken to an unknown location. The names of the abducted include Happy Bitrus, Fenedic Bitrus, Regina Arewa, Mary Joshua, Joy Joshua, Miller Ezra, Mattis Stephen, Olever Stephen, Monday Iliya, Florence Oliver, Blessing Maidoki, Mrs. Ezeh Paska, Beatrice Saleh, Bihari Mallam, and Mr. Ado Onomai.
Their families are left in deep distress and uncertainty about the fate of their loved ones.
The statement also noted that the Barga community in Awon Ward, Kachia LGA, was attacked on Thursday night. Many residents, including the village chief (Agom Barga), were kidnapped, numerous homes were destroyed, and valuable property was looted.
“It is clear that the Adara nation is under siege. Our communities are being devastated, our people are being killed, and our hearts are broken,” the statement said.
The Adara Youth Congress is calling on the government, security forces, and concerned citizens to support them during this time of crisis. They are demanding immediate, decisive action to safeguard their communities and bring the attackers to justice.
The Federal Government has announced the closure of the Eko Bridge and Ramps for eight weeks to carry out essential asphalt resurfacing work.
Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, shared this information in a statement on Saturday. She noted that the resurfacing project is set to begin on Friday, September 20, at 7:00 a.m., and will continue until November 20.
Due to the closure, drivers will need to follow detours and alternative routes. Kesha advised that motorists traveling to the Island from Funsho Williams Avenue should utilize the service lane at Alaka to connect to Costain and access the Eko Bridge.
She explained that some sections of the bridge will be fully closed while others will have partial access.
“This important project aims to enhance road safety and improve the driving experience for motorists,” she stated. The work will involve milling the existing asphalt and laying down new asphalt on both the bridge and ramps to address wear and tear and create a smoother, safer roadway.
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has appointed Akinwale Sarafadeen Adeyemi as the new Chairman of the Governing Council for Osun State College of Education in Ila-Orangun.
The announcement was made in a statement on Friday by Governor Adeleke’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed. The statement described Adeyemi as an experienced educationist and noted that he will succeed Peter Babalola, the former chairman, who was dismissed by the state government earlier this month.
Babalola, who was also a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, faced suspension from his local ward in Irewole due to public criticism over alleged financial misconduct before his removal.
The statement highlighted, “Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved the appointment of Mr. Akinwale Sarafa Adeyemi, a seasoned educationist, as the new Chairman of the Governing Council of Osun State College of Education, Ila-Orangun. Mr. Adeyemi replaces Dr. Peter Babalola, who resigned following a controversial term at the college.”
Adeyemi holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Education from the University of Ibadan and is a retired principal of the Federal Girls College in Ipetumodu. His swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Monday at the EXCO lounge.
The police have reported that their operatives apprehended political thugs and seized firearms during overnight operations in Edo State, where the governorship election is taking place today, Saturday.
They also vowed to address illegal weapons possession and prevent any disruptions to the electoral process in the state.
Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, shared this information in a statement on Friday night, along with images of the recovered firearms.
He identified the arrested individuals as Edwin Obanor, 43, and Audu Tajudeen, a 41-year-old PDP member from Ugbogbo quarters in Igara Akoko, Edo.
“The Nigeria Police Force has made a significant breakthrough in combating electoral violence in Edo State with the arrests of Edwin Obanor, 43, and Audu Tajudeen, a 41-year-old PDP member,” the statement noted.
According to DAILY POST, residents of Edo State will be voting for a new governor today, September 21, 2024, who will succeed Governor Godwin Obaseki after his eight-year term ends.
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