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Bauchi Communities Decry Inadequate Pipe Born Water Supply

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6 years ago

January 2, 2020

The people of Bakin Kura and Kankarofi communities in Bauchi metropolis have decried shortage of pipe borne water supply in their areas, saying the situation has rendered them prone to water borne diseases.

Khadija Mohammed, woman leader of the two communities, while speaking with newsmen in Bauchi on Thursday, said the residents have been living without clean source of water supply for the past five years.

She said they only get water supply once in a week and that has led their children scooping for broken water pipes as a source of water supply, an action she said was making them exposed to waterborne diseases.

“We people of Bakin Kura and Kankanrofi communities only get water supply once in every week; and that is on Tuesdays.

Residents of Bakin Kura scooping water from a leaking pipe.

“This is why our children look for broken water pipes to fetch water to be used in our various homes; this is how we do struggle from December till April during rainy season arrive.

“This problem is denying our children from going to school, because they need to fetch water and married women who are in purdah are also forced to come out as well.

“I’m using this opportunity to appeal to all relevant authorities to come to our aid, in order to avoid outbreak of pipe borne diseases, especially cholera,” she said.

Another scene of water scooping at one of the communities

Bashir Umar, another resident, expressed displeasure over the situation, stressing that it must be taken care of in order to avoid cholera outbreak in the areas.

Aminu Aliyu, the Managing Director, Bauchi State Urban Water, Sewerage Corporation (BSUWSC), however, said that government was aware of the situation and was doing everything possible to tackle it.

He said previous administrations have done their best to solve water problems in the state, but still persist due to one or two reasons.

Aliyu, assured that the present administration was already taking steps which would completely solve the problem.

Residents trying to scoop water

“Work is in progress to uplift water situation in the state, particularly in Bauchi metropolis.

“I assure you that when it is completed in July 2020, all residents of Bauchi, including those living in the high level areas, will get regular and pipe borne water supply,” he said.

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Kwara Traditional Ruler Kidnapped On His Farm

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6 hours ago

November 30, 2025

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Gunmen have reportedly abducted a traditional ruler in Bayagan community in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Ojibara of Bayagan Oba Kamilu Salami, on Saturday.

It was gathered that the traditional ruler was kidnapped Saturday morning on his farm, while details of the incident were still sketchy.

Eyewitness disclosed that the attack happened suddenly and left the community in apprehension and confusion. Meanwhile, the incident had triggered fresh concerns over cases of insecurity across the country.

The Kwara State Police command was yet to confirm the incident as at when filing this report.

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Sokoto Police Arrest Suspected Cultists, Uncover WhatsApp Recruitment Channel

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21 hours ago

November 29, 2025

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The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested three suspected members of the notorious “Sai Malam” cult group, believed to be behind rising criminal activities in parts of the state.

The suspects, including the alleged gang leader Usman Shu’aibu, were apprehended on Friday during an intelligence-led operation executed by the command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, the suspects confessed to being initiated into the group through a private WhatsApp platform called Red Chamber.

The police noted that further investigation discovered the social media channel was created to recruit unsuspecting youths into criminal activities.

These, according to the statement, include ritual practices, the pursuit of supposed demonic powers, acts of homosexuality, and violent thuggery.

The police warned parents to closely monitor their children’s online activities closely, noting that criminal groups are increasingly exploiting digital platforms to lure vulnerable youths.

Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Musa, said the arrests respond directly to public concerns about the group’s operations, adding that efforts are ongoing to track other fleeing members.

He assured residents of the command’s commitment to sustaining intelligence-driven policing and safeguarding lives and property across the state.

In other news, two persons suspected to be hoodlums have been arrested by the operatives of the Ondo State Police Command for allegedly stabbing a police officer to death in Akure, the state capital.

The suspects, identified as Shina Jacob, 25, and Felix Olalekan, 32, allegedly attacked the police inspector during an altercation at Oke-Arata within Arakale axis.

The killing of the police officer came a few days after a personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) was stabbed to death by a mentally unstable man in Oba-Ile area of Akure.

According to sources, after the inspector, who was recently transferred from the Anti-Cultism Unit to B-Division, was stabbed, the area was thrown into a state of panic as residents and traders hurriedly fled.

While confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed that the officer was rushed to the hospital after he was stabbed but gave up the ghost while receiving treatment.

“An altercation ensued between the officer and some recalcitrant individuals, during which the officer was tragically stabbed. This unfortunate event triggered an immediate and coordinated police response.

“Acting swiftly, the Commissioner of Police deployed a team of operatives to the scene, resulting in the arrest of two suspects directly connected to the incident. They include Shina Jacob ‘m’ aged 25 years and Felix Olalekan ‘m’ aged 32 years.

“The injured officer was also rescued and rushed to the hospital; however, despite all efforts, the police inspector sadly passed away while receiving treatment. The follow-up operation conducted last night formed part of the Command’s sustained and strategic efforts to rid the state of violent criminal elements and prevent further breaches of public safety,” Ayanlade stated.”

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Army, Air Force Crush ISWAP Fighters After Failed Chibok Attack

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1 day ago

November 29, 2025

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Troops of the 28 Task Force Brigade, Sector 4 Operation Hadin Kai, on Saturday stopped a major attack by ISWAP/Boko Haram fighters in Chibok, Borno State, before the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) moved in with airstrikes that killed many of the fleeing terrorists.

The report was contained in a post shared on X by security analyst Zagazola Makama.

According to the update, more than 300 terrorists launched a coordinated assault on Chibok around 3:00 a.m., attempting to break through military defensive positions.

Soldiers responded immediately, engaging the attackers in a fierce gunfight that lasted about two hours.

A security source quoted in the post said the troops acted swiftly and professionally.

“There was no casualty on our side, and no equipment was affected,” the source said.

As the terrorists began to retreat toward the Timbuktu Triangle, ground troops called for air support.

NAF combat aircraft were deployed to the route used by the fleeing fighters.

The airstrikes, guided by intelligence from the troops on the ground, hit several clusters of terrorists trying to escape.

Multiple waves of strikes were carried out, with both manned aircraft and an unmanned aerial platform targeting groups of fighters dispersing into the forest.

According to Makama, the combined efforts of the Army and the Air Force dealt heavy blows to the attackers, preventing them from regrouping after the failed offensive.