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1,627 Terrorists Surrender In Three Weeks As Soldiers Kill 98
The Defence Headquarters, on Thursday, said no fewer than 1,627 terrorists surrendered to troops in the last three weeks, adding that a total of 53,262 have surrendered so far.
It also said troops rescued 63 civilians held captive by the terrorists and killed 98 terrorists, bandits and other economic saboteurs during operations across the country.
The director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Bernard Onyeuko, disclosed this during a biweekly update on the Armed Forces of Nigeria between April 28 – May 19, 2022.
He also said 17 illegal refining sites were discovered and deactivated.
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He said, “Between 1 – 14 May 2022 a total of 1,627 Boko Haram terrorists and their families surrendered to our troops at different locations. They comprised 331 men, 441 women and 855 children.
“As at 16 May 2022, a total of 53,262 have so far surrendered.
“Also, troops of Operation Hadin Kai, on 13 May 2022, acting on intelligent report, arrested Mallam Modu Goni, a terrorist and logistics supplier at Bunin Yadi Market.
“Also on 17 May 2022, troops arrested Mallam Modu Pantami at the outskirt of Benishied village in the Kaga local government area while attempting to transport large quantity of logistics items he purchased for onward supply to terrorists at Gomari village in the Fere local government area of Borno State.
“Items recovered from him included: two mobile phones, cartons of assorted drugs and injections of different types, five gallons of PMS, 20 turban scarfs, 50kg bags of sugar, three bags of 50kg flour, five cartons of Maltina drinks, 290 sets of female hijabs, 20 female rubber shoes, 325 litres of red oil, 15 sets of Kaftan cloth.
“Troops, during the ambush at a terrorists’ crossing point at Kaidieri village, killed five terrorists and captured assorted weapons and different calibres of ammunitions. Consequently, during these operations, troops rescued 63 civilians, neutralised 42 terrorists, arrest 20 terrorists. Items recovered included: two LMGS, 21 AK47 rifles, 11 AK 56 rifles, 22 MGs, 419 rounds of 7.62mm and 54mm ammunitions, one gun turret, 31 AK 47 magazines, three motorcycles, six bicycles, one pumping machine, two bandolier belts containing 377 rounds of 7.62mm and 54mm ammunitions, and one Isuzu vehicle.”
Relatedly, troops of Operation Delta Safe in the period under review, discovered and destroyed 17 illegal refineries, five wooden boats, 89 storage tanks, 59 ovens and 12 dugout pits.
The troops also recovered six pumping machines, five trucks, two outboard engines, two weapons, 778,500 litres of crude oil, 840,300 litres of AGO, 625 litres of DPK, and arrested 18 criminals.
Furthermore, troops deployed for operation Dakatar da Barawo in the period under review discovered and destroyed 150 illegal refineries, 59 ovens, 67 metal storage tanks, four wooden Cotonou boats.
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“Cumulatively, the operations led to the recovery of one Yamaha engine, one generator, three pumping machines, 20,000 litres of kerosene, 1,625,000 litres of AGO, 2,050,000 litres of crude oil.”
In a similar vein, troops in Operation Whirl Stroke neutralised 13 bandits and recovered 27 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, one motorcycle and 8 phones.
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We’ve Earmarked N1bn Naira Monthly To Feed Edo People – Obaseki
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, says his administration has earmarked nothing less than N1bn Naira monthly to feed vulnerable Christians in the state in the next three months.
This is as he said a similar programme has been mapped out for people in the Muslim faith in the state.
Obaseki disclosed this during the official flag-off of phase one of Edo State Food Support Programme also known as Christian Feeding Programme in Benin City.
The Governor, who said he was worried by the rising number of people who cannot afford a square meal in a day in the state, said he had to call Christian leaders in the state on how best to address the alarming situation.
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Obaseki said in order not to make it look political, he decided not to involve political office holders, but Christian leaders in reaching out to vulnerable Christians in the state.
The Governor who added that the state government already had data of the vulnerable in the state database, said the means of reaching out to them maximally was the issue, hence using churches to reach out to them.
He said: “I was worried by the rising number of people who cannot afford a square meal in a day. So, I thought to myself how do we solve this problem. This is not politics I told myself.
“I then called the chairman of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and some of the blockheads to a meeting and explained to them what I intended to do. So, that’s how we put our heads together to come up with this programme.”
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Obaseki added: “I told them this is the amount of money I will be giving you every month. I’ll give you a billionaire monthly for three months first. At least, Let us try this for the first three months.”
The governor said the programme was not just to feed the vulnerable, but also together more data about people in the state on how the government can create employment for them and how the government can render help where necessary.
Earlier, in his remarks, Chairman of the Organising Committee who also doubles as the Chairman, CAN,
Apostle Irekpono Omoike, while thanking the governor for the initiative, said 10kg of 60,000 bags of rice have been purchased for onward distribution to the three senatorial districts in the state.
According to him, 27,000 bags of the 10kg would be distributed to the seven local government areas in Edo South, 15 bags to Edo Central and 18 bags to Edo North.
Further giving the breakdown, Omoike said 3, 000 bags would be distributed to each local government across the 18 local government areas, summing upto 54,000 bags, while the remaining 6,000 bags would be distributed to churches not captured under CAN.
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Ex-Delta Gov, Ibori Mourns Passing Of Former Minister, Gbagi
Former governor of Delta State, Chief James Ibori has mourned the passing of former Minister of State for Education Chief Kenneth Gbagi.
Ibori, in his Facebook timeline wrote: “Olorogun Kenneth Gbagi. Abovwolovwolo. Atighoyowa. So long, May your soul rest in peace.”
Gbagi was the governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), in the last election in Delta State.
The renowned criminologist, industrialist and senior lawyer died Saturday, May 4th, 2024 at the age of 62.
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BREAKING: Former Minister Gbagi Is Dead
The governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), in the last election in Delta State, Olorogun Barr Kenneth Omemavwa Gbagi, is dead.
Gbagi, a former minister of Education and an industrialist died at the age of 62.
The Renowned Criminologist and senior lawyer died on Saturday, May 4th 2024.
A statement signed by his eldest son, Chief Emuoboh Gbagi on behalf of the Gbagi family, said: “It is with profound sadness but gratitude to God, that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, husband, and brother, Olorogun (Barr.) Kenneth Omemavwa Gbagi, FNIM, OON; Former Minister of Education, who departed this life on the 4th of May 2024 at the age of 62.
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“We take comfort in the fond memories of his life, his achievements, and the impact he made on the lives of countless individuals and communities.
“We kindly request your thoughts and prayers for our family during this challenging time of loss.
“May his soul rest in perfect peace”, the statement added.
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