Crime
Borno: Suicide Bombers Were Imported — Reps Allege
The House of Representatives recently addressed the tragic suicide bombings that occurred in Borno State, condemning the attacks and attributing them to imported female suicide bombers. The bombings, which claimed over 30 lives and left more than 180 injured, took place in Gwoza, Borno State.
Ahmed Jaha, the lawmaker who brought the motion to the House, highlighted that the bombers were recruited and brought from outside the state, underscoring the ongoing threat of terrorism in Nigeria. The House responded by urging security agencies to intensify efforts to prevent such incidents from happening again.
In response to the bombings, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) characterized the attacks as Nigeria descending into a state of war. Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, described the incidents involving multiple Person Bourne Improvised Explosive Devices (PBIED), commonly known as suicide bombings. He detailed the sequence of events, including attacks on a wedding reception and subsequent bombings targeting security forces enforcing a curfew.
General Buba emphasized that these attacks were aimed at projecting strength by the terrorists amidst recent military successes against them. He acknowledged the tragic loss of lives, including civilians and security personnel, as well as those injured in the bombings.
The DHQ reaffirmed the military’s commitment to eliminating the terrorist threat and urged citizens to remain vigilant and support the armed forces in securing the nation. They assured that those responsible for the attacks would face swift and decisive action.
Overall, the statements from the House of Representatives and the Defence Headquarters underscore the severity of the situation and the determination to address terrorism in Nigeria decisively.
Bandits have killed the Vice Principal, Hassan Makuku, and abducted 25 students from the Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS) in Maga, Kebbi State.
The attack occurred on Sunday night in the Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of the state. Sources said the gunmen shot Makuku while he tried to protect the students before abducting several schoolgirls.
The Kebbi State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, confirmed the incident on Monday, stating that 25 students were taken by the attackers.
Ahmed Idris, Chief Press Secretary to the governor, said Deputy Governor Umar Tafida had been sent to the school to assess the situation on behalf of Governor Nasir Idris, who is currently out of the state.
The Kebbi State Government has confirmed that terrorists attacked the Maga Comprehensive Girls Secondary School in Sakaba Local Government Area, abducting an unspecified number of female students.
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ahmed Idris, said on Sunday that the assault occurred in the early hours of the day, adding that details remain sketchy as security agencies continue their operations.
Idris noted that Deputy Governor Umar Tafida has led a delegation of senior government officials and security personnel to the scene to assess the situation and coordinate response efforts.
According to local sources, the attackers stormed the school premises, shooting sporadically. A staff member was reportedly killed, while others sustained varying degrees of injuries during the invasion.
Security operatives have since intensified search and rescue operations as the government assured parents and residents that all efforts are being made to ensure the safe return of the abducted students.
The Department of State Services has recorded another breakthrough, arresting a man believed to be a major supplier of weapons to armed groups.
This comes Three months after arraigning suspects in the Yelwata and Plateau massacres.
In a significant breakthrough, operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) arrested Musa Abubakar, a suspected arms manufacturer, in a targeted raid on November 12th.
The operation took place at his workshop in Mista Ali, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The arrest followed weeks of meticulous surveillance and the gathering of credible intelligence.
According to investigators, Abubakar confessed to manufacturing and distributing high-caliber weapons and ammunition.
These weapons were allegedly supplied to groups responsible for the recent violent attacks in Plateau State and other northern states.
Authorities seized a cache of evidence during the raid, including components of improvised explosive devices, various chemicals, and equipment used in the manufacturing process.
The DSS is continuing its investigation, aiming to identify and apprehend other individuals involved in the arms supply chain and bring them to justice.
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