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Just in: Army kills notorious bandit Buharin, other terrorists on Kaduna-Katsina border

There was jubilation in Kaduna-Katsina border communities as news spread that the infamous terrorist Buharin Yadi, one of the deadliest bandit leaders terrorizing Northern Nigeria in the last decade, has met his bitter end at the hands of security forces.

Samuel Aruwan, Overseeing Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State, said on Thursday that the troops of Sector 6 Operation Whirl Punch rained down fire on the kingpin known as Buhari Alhaji Halidu (alias Buharin Yadi) and his cohorts, abruptly terminating their ignominious spell of terror.

“Halidu was neutralized in a fierce battle with the troops (under the coordination of their Commander, also the General Officer Commanding of One Division Nigerian Army, Major General MLD Saraso) which took place around Idasu forest at the boundaries between Giwa LGA of Kaduna State and Sabuwa LGA of Katsina State.”

“The troops began the covert operation in response to intelligence reports on terrorists’ movement from Samunaka, Saulawa area of Katsina State.”

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“On advancing to Samunaka, the troops found the settlement destroyed and cattle killed, evidence of recent criminal activity by the bandits”

“A ferocious battle quickly followed, as approaching terrorists were pounded with artillery rounds at Hayin Almajiri. The troops then fought bravely through an ambush, to attain their objective. Initial assessments indicate that at least 36 bandits were eliminated in the engagement.”

“It was eventually verified that one of those neutralized was Kachalla Buharin Yadi. Kachalla Buhari Alhaji Halidu (also known as Buharin Yadi or Buhari Janar) and the brigands under his command had been unleashing terror on citizens in Kidandan/Galadimawa general areas of Giwa LGA, Sabon Birni/Kerawa general areas of Igabi LGA, other locations in nearby Sabuwa LGA of Katsina State, and indeed some parts of Niger and Zamfara States.”

“Buharin Yadi was involved in large-scale cattle rustling, arms trading and drug trafficking. He had led his gang in the pillaging of communities and the slaughter and kidnapping of thousands of citizens in Kaduna and neighboring states.”

“The merciless bandit was also known to have links with other deadly terrorist groups in the Northeast and Northwest.”

“The breakthrough brings to an end a manhunt by security forces for this terrorist, which stretched more than five years. The news of his demise spread like wildfire, triggering massive relief and widespread celebrations among locals spanning Kaduna and Katsina States.”

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“Receiving the report, Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani expressed his elation at the development, which he described as a pointer to the bravery, pro-activeness and sheer efficiency of the troops involved.”

“The Governor commended the GOC, Major General Saraso for his sterling leadership, and lauded the troops for the comprehensive victory. Governor Sani reassured security forces in Kaduna State of his unflinching support and the continued collaborative stance of the Government.”

“Members of the public are hereby informed that some of the terrorists sustained gunshot injuries during the encounter. Citizens in the general area and beyond are therefore enjoined not to render assistance (medical or otherwise) to individuals carrying  suspicious injuries, but to immediately report such to security agencies.”

“The Kaduna State Security Operations Room is available 24 hours a day to receive reports of this nature on the phone lines 09034000060 and 08170189999.Special operations against bandits continue in the general area. Citizens are urged to continue to volunteer supportive information to the security forces and the government,” Aruwan said.

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Fire outbreak at Dangote Refinery, firm says it’s contained (Video)

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Fire outbreak at Dangote Refinery, firm says it’s contained (Video)

A fire outbreak has been reported in a section of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery located in the Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos State, Nigeria.

A video clip which went viral on social media on Wednesday shows fire with thick smoke emanating from the refinery billowing the atmosphere.

Fortunately, the fire has been successfully contained.

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Anthony Chiejina, the Dangote Group’s Chief Branding and Communication Officer, stated, “We have swiftly contained a minor fire incident at our effluent treatment plant (ETP) today, Wednesday, June 26th. The refinery remains operational, and there have been no injuries reported among our staff.”

The Dangote Refinery is an oil refinery owned by the Dangote Group that was inaugurated on the 22nd of May 2023 in Lekki.

When in full operation, it is expected to have the capacity to process about 650,000 barrels per day of crude oil, making it the largest single-train refinery in the world.

The investment is over 19 billion US dollars.

Fire outbreak at Dangote Refinery, firm says it’s contained (Video)

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Fake senator who duped foreigner of €47,082 jailed two years

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Fake senator who duped foreigner of €47,082 jailed two years

A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Gwagwalada has sentenced Tom Makwe, a man posing as a senator, to two years imprisonment for defrauding a Spanish citizen of €47,082.

The convict, arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on two counts of internet fraud, pleaded guilty and requested leniency from the court.

Justice Aliyu Shafa delivered the judgment, granting the convict an option of a ₦5 million fine. The judge also ordered that the ₦30 million and $1,300 recovered from Makwe be returned to the victim, Maria Del Rosario San Jose Garces, through the Spanish embassy in Nigeria, with proof of the forfeiture to be filed within two weeks.

In addition, items recovered from the convict, including a black 2017 Camry car, a Samsung S23, an Apple iPhone 13, and an HP EliteBook, are to be forfeited to the government, with proceeds from their sale directed to the victim through the Spanish embassy.

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Makwe, expressing remorse, stated he had reformed and pleaded for mercy, vowing to avoid internet fraud in the future. His defense counsel, Adaji Abel, emphasized that Makwe was a first-time offender who cooperated with the EFCC and provided information leading to the arrest of other fraudsters.

Prosecution counsel Deborah Adamu-Eteh outlined that the convict, under various aliases including Fahad Tonny Makwe, Bryan, and Senator Tompolo, used a phone number and Bitcoin wallet to defraud Garces. The offence violated Section 321 of the Penal Code and was punishable under Section 324 of the same Act.

The EFCC had already recovered and presented the money and items from Makwe, and the court ordered their forfeiture to the government for the benefit of the victim.

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El-Rufai sues Kaduna Assembly over N432bn corruption indictment

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El-Rufai sues Kaduna Assembly over N432bn corruption indictment

The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has instituted a legal action against the State House of Assembly over the investigation of corruption and fund misappropriation in his government when he governed the State.

Recall that the State legislative body had launched a probe into how N432 billion was expended under El-Rufai.

But El-Rufai’s son, Bello, disclosed that his father has now filed a lawsuit against the assembly over investigation findings.

Bello, who made the disclosure on X, said his father filed the suit against the defamation of his character by the state assembly.

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Bello wrote: “Mallam Nasir El-Rufai filed a lawsuit against the Kaduna State House of Assembly today for Defamation of his Character, amongst other spurious, unfounded allegations levelled against his person.

“I advise they start compiling legal fees to defend their lies in court.”

Recall that El-Rufai’s administration was indicted in corrupt practices to the tune of N423 billion.

On March 30th, 2024, Governor Uba Sani revealed during a town hall meeting that the state faced a substantial debt burden of $587 million, N85 billion, and 115 contractual liabilities inherited from the previous administration.

Sani had said the debt burden led to over 70% of the state’s allocation being used to service the inherited debt.

Following this, the Kaduna State House of Assembly formed an ad-hoc committee to investigate the state’s financial transactions from May 29th, 2015 to May 29, 2023.

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