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Flood: Lawmaker Donates N50 Million To 1000 Victims In Bauchi

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4 years ago

September 21, 2022

The member representing Zaki Federal Constituency of Bauchi State in the House of Representatives, Honourable Mohammed Jatau has donated 50 million naira to 1,000 flood victims in his constituency as part of his relief assistance.

Speaking during the disbursement ceremony at Sakwa District of Zaki local government area of the state, Jatau said apart from his personal donation of the money, he was seeking for additional assistance from the National Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Ministry of Environment to the people affected by flood.

The federal lawmaker said the donation of the money was to complement the efforts of Gov. Bala Mohammed in addressing the plight of the victims through the provision of relief materials so as to cushion the effects of the natural disaster in their economic activities.

“This 50 million naira relief assistance is to support the victims of flood in each ward in my constituency in order to alleviate their sufferings.

“You know my Local Government is among the areas affected by flood which destroyed many houses and farmlands and this kind gesture is to come to the aid of the affected communities in my constituency.

“This is a period where our people are in need of our support and I will continue to do more for my people in appreciation of their support to me.

“I must appreciate His Excellency, Governor Bala Mohammed for showing concern to us by coming to this local government by himself to assess the level of damage caused by the flood for his Government’s assistance,” he said.

Jatau, who is the deputy gubernatorial candidate for Governor Bala Mohammed in the forthcoming 2023 general elections, also launched the training and empowerment of youth, women on tomato production and processing.

According to him, the training was to empower them to advance their businesses, especially agricultural activities for self-reliance, adding that empowering constituents is key to the success of any lawmaker.

He further expressed his profound gratitude to his constituents for their belief and support to the administration of governor Mohammed and urged them to join hands in the 2023 Kaura/Jatau gubernatorial ticket for the victory of PDP in the state aimed at providing citizens with more dividends of democracy.

On his part, the Bauchi State Chairman of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Hamza Akuyam applauded him for his foresight to come up with the financial relief assistance to the flood victims and described it as a timely intervention and a welcome development.

Akuyam, represented by the North-East PDP Treasurer, Shitu Zaki, also sympathized with the flood victims in the area and called for more support to them to improve their living conditions.

“Today, Honourable Mohammed Jatau has made us proud for deeming it necessary to provide this support to his people, we in the party, we are happy with this relief assistance by our federal lawmaker and should be emulated by all.”

In the 2023 general elections, he said with the achievements of Governor Bala Mohammed coupled with the qualities of the party’s candidates and good synergy and understanding among the members, PDP will once again emerge victorious in the outcome of the polls by the grace of Almighty God.

It could be recalled that Dr Ibrahim Kabir, Director-General, Bauchi State Environmental Protection Agency (BASEPA) recently confirmed the death of 3 persons by flood which damaged 1,453 houses and several farmlands in Zaki and Gamawa local government areas.

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Ex-convict Arrested In Edo For Armed Robbery, Possession Of Firearm

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11 hours ago

May 5, 2026

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The Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) has arrested a 45-year-old ex-convict, Owen Osas, for alleged unlawful possession of firearms and suspected involvement in a robbery incident.

Osas was reportedly arrested with a cut-to-size single-barrel gun during a covert operation along Fishpond Road in Eyean, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area.

The arrest reportedly comes barely a year after he was released from prison, where he had served time for illegal possession of firearms and other criminal offences.

Osas, who confessed to the latest crime, also admitted to being a member of the Eiye Confraternity.

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Consequently, a victim of an alleged robbery incident, Reginia Izy, identified Osas as the person who robbed her a day before his arrest.
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The victim narrated that the suspect had approached her residence around 8 p.m., pretending to be familiar before carrying out the attack.
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‎The Deputy Commander Operations of ESSC, Richard Balogun, said the arrest was part of intensified efforts to rid Edo State of criminal elements.

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‎Balogun explained that operatives conduct both overt patrols and covert operations to track and apprehend suspects.
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He said, ‎“Our men are always on patrol. Some operate in plain clothes as part of covert strategies, while others are stationed at strategic locations.

“Osas, who is a former convict, was arrested with firearms and he also confessed to be a member of the Eiye Confraternity.”
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Gunmen Kidnap Businessman In Ibadan

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2 days ago

May 4, 2026

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Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a 60-year-old man in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

The victim was kidnapped on Saturday while on his way to his residence.

The incident occurred at Jinarere, Alakia in Ibadan.

Public Relations Officer of the State Police command, Olayinka Ayanlade, when contacted, confirmed the incident.

Ayanlade in a statement made available to DAILY POST on Sunday, explained that efforts are ongoing to rescue the victim.

Ayanlade said, “Preliminary information reveals that the victim, a 60-year-old male and building materials trader, was accosted while returning home along the Jinarere axis of Alakia Road by four masked armed men, who forcefully whisked him away in an unregistered ash-coloured Toyota Corolla vehicle”.

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Tragedy As Suspected Kidnappers Kill Young Entrepreneur In Edo

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2 days ago

May 3, 2026

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A 30-year-old entrepreneur and CEO of Principle Takeout, Justice Abu Oshioke, has been killed by suspected kidnappers in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State.

He was reportedly attacked by the suspected kidnappers on Saturday while on his way to pick up an order made for his child’s dedication on Sunday morning.

Eyewitnesses said the attackers attempted to force him into a nearby bush in a kidnapping attempt. However, he reportedly resisted and tried to escape.

In the course of the struggle, the assailants opened fire, shooting him multiple times.

Concerned residents quickly rushed him to a nearby medical facility, but he was confirmed dead on arrival.

The deceased was said to have recently gotten married and welcomed a baby boy.

The tragic event has turned a joyous occasion into a moment of grief for the family.

The shocking development has left the Ekpoma community in deep sorrow, with many residents expressing outrage over the growing insecurity in the area.

Edo State Police Command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem confirmed the incident and said the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika has ordered a “full-scale investigation and intensified manhunt for those responsible.”

According to her, the Police, in collaboration with the military, local vigilantes, and hunters, are actively pursuing the perpetrators through coordinated operations.