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Katsina Governor Urges Residents To Arm Against Bandits

September 7, 2024 (updated September 7, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that Katsina State Governor Dikko Umar Radda has called on residents to take up arms and defend themselves against bandits.

This is as the leader, a member of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, acknowledged the government’s failure to protect them.

Radda made the comments during a town hall meeting in Daura, tagged ‘Public Engagement: 2025 Citizens’ Budget Participation Process’.

In a trending video on social media, Radda, who appeared angry could be heard saying, “It is unfortunate that a few bandits/gunmen would raid and abuse a whole community. Even themselves (bandits), are afraid of death,” he said.

He added, “…of all the terrorists operating in Katsina State, they are barely in possession of 700 rifles.

“Regrettably, three famished and emaciated bandits would hunt down 1,000 people while we look helplessly as some hide beneath their beds,” he lamented.

He then asked, “Members of the clergy are here, and it’s mandatory upon them to pass to the general public Prophet Muhammad (SAW)’s message concerning a robber that comes after your life or wealth. What did God command you to do?”l

“What humiliation! A situation where you stand idly watching while your wife or daughter is being raped? What is the essence of you being alive thereafter? Death is more honourable than some kinds of humiliation,” he said implying there’s every gain after death for the people to confront the bandits.

He added, “They spare any community that they are aware resists their incursions. They don’t dare attack such communities.

“We must raise insurrections and wanton killings. We have to be battle-ready,” he added.

He pointed out that, “Anytime, five or even 10 of them raid your community and you mobilise like 500 people, before he eliminates five persons, you would have tamed him – whoever he is.

“It is just a façade…they are runaways and afraid of death even more than us. They only want to instil fear and anxiety in us,” the governor added.

Katsina State has been plagued by banditry and terrorist attacks, with over 13 local government areas under terrorist control.

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Police Officer Accidentally Shoots Colleague During Protest In Katsina

August 2, 2024 (updated August 2, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that a police officer, while trying to disperse peaceful demonstrators, accidentally shot a fellow officer.

The incident took place on Friday, August 2, during the second day of ongoing protests against poor governance, economic hardship, and hunger.

Eyewitnesses reported that chaos ensued when the police began firing at the protesters. In the confusion, one officer was struck by bullets from other officers. The wounded officer was found lying in a pool of blood amid a distressed crowd.

The protests, part of the #EndBadGovernance movement, have attracted considerable attention as citizens nationwide voice their dissatisfaction with the current conditions. Demonstrators have been demanding improved governance, economic reforms, and solutions to widespread hunger.

The incident in Katsina has intensified the strain between law enforcement and the public. Videos of the tragic event have spread widely on social media, leading to outrage and criticism of the police’s conduct.

Many have condemned the officers’ unprofessional behavior and called for accountability and better training for those managing public demonstrations.

Despite the tragic event, protesters have remained steadfast in their calls for change. The #EndBadGovernance protests continue to gain momentum, with participants urging the government to tackle the urgent issues facing the nation.

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SSS Recovers 2,000 Bags Of Rice Diverted By Officials In Katsina

July 25, 2024 (updated July 25, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that the operatives of the State Security Service (SSS) in the Katsina State Command have recovered 2,000 bags of rice from the 20 trucks provided to the state by the Federal Government.

The retrieved rice was reportedly misappropriated by certain government officials.

The Federal Government’s donation aimed to alleviate the impact of the current economic difficulties in the country.

SSS officials in the state, who confirmed the adverse development, chose not to provide further details and preferred to remain anonymous.

An investigation revealed that the 25kg bags of rice were stored in a warehouse at the Central Market in Katsina.

The discovery came after individuals notified the DSS on Wednesday night, prompting an immediate response.

Abdulrahman Abdullahi, Chairman of the Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the state, expressed astonishment at the incident.

Mr. Abdullahi criticized how the Federal Government’s aid, intended for the needy, was reportedly redirected by some unscrupulous individuals.

He pledged to pursue the case until it reaches a proper resolution.

He also urged the government to thoroughly investigate the situation and penalize those responsible for the diversion.

Additionally, Katsina resident Suleiman Kofar-Durbi commented that the situation is regrettable.

“It is unfortunate that I received the information yesterday night that the President provided relief to the vulnerable and some people diverted it.

“People are experiencing hardship due to the current economic situation in the country, the government should investigate the matter thoroughly and bring culprits to book,” he said.

The Chairman, Market Traders Association, Shehu Usman, said that the rice was brought into the market by someone who was not a trader.

“Someone asked his brother to keep the rice for him in his stores in the market.

“We are calling on our members to be careful in receiving such items from people outside for keeping in the market,” he said.

Responding to the matter, the Principal Private Secretary to Governor Dikko Radda, Aliyu Abdullahi, said the rice was allocated to the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, by the Federal Government.

He said, “The minister directed the Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure Development, Alhaji Nasiru Lawal to keep it and he decided to take the rice to the market for safe keeping.

“The rice allocated to the minister were 1, 200 bags.”

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Katsina Hisbah Seizes N60m Worth Of Alcohol And Drugs

July 22, 2024 (updated July 22, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that the Katsina State Hisbah Board announced on Sunday that it had confiscated and destroyed alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs valued at N60 million in the Funtua Local Government Area.

Hisbah Commander Dr. Aminu Usman revealed this to the News Agency of Nigeria in Katsina on Sunday.

Usman reported that over 1,750 crates of alcohol and approximately 33 jerry cans of homemade beer were recently seized and destroyed in Funtua.

He stated that this action is part of their mandate to uphold moral standards within the state.

While praising the board’s officials for their efforts, he urged them to strengthen their dedication to their duties.

Usman also requested the support of religious leaders in the state, emphasizing that Hisbah is not affiliated with any particular group or sect.

He thanked Governor Dikko Radda for his unwavering support of the board’s operations.

Usman appealed to the public to provide genuine information about locations of immoral activities.

He called on parents, educators, and community leaders to enhance efforts in instilling discipline and good morals in the youth.

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Four Arrested For Aiding Terrorists, Including 13-Year-Old Boy

July 21, 2024 (updated July 21, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that a 13-year-old boy, Umar Hassan, along with three other suspects—Lawai Umar, 70, Ibrahim Lawai, 22, and Abdulganiyu Isah, 22—were apprehended by the Katsina State Police Command for supplying information to terrorists.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Sadiq, stated at a briefing at the command headquarters on Friday that the informants’ actions resulted in multiple assaults on villages and unsuspecting residents, including cattle theft and abductions, throughout the state.

Sadiq said, “On July 3, 2024, at about 08:00 hours, the command, in collaboration with members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps attached to Dansoda village, Dandume LGA, Katsina State, succeeded in arresting one Umar Hassan, m., age 13, residing at Sheikh Abdullahi quarters of Dandume town, Dandume LGA, in connection with a suspected case of aiding and abetting armed banditry.

“The suspect was arrested following the receipt of intelligence on his nefarious activities, where he specialises in providing information on villages and potential targets to suspected armed bandits.

“In the course of the investigation, the suspect confessed to the commission of the offence and further mentioned one Abba, now at large, as his accomplice. He further confessed to being part of the gang that attacked Unguwar Bawa village several times, where they kidnapped and rustled animals. The investigation is still ongoing.”

Meanwhile, our correspondent gathered that based on credible intelligence on their activities, the trio who hailed from Babbar Ruga village, Batagarawa Local Government Area of the state, were arrested for providing sensitive information to a suspected notorious terrorist leader, Mustafa Gambo, now at large.

During the course of interrogation, the suspects confessed to the crime and an investigation is ongoing according to Sadiq.

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Katsina Governor Urges Residents To Arm Against Bandits

Police Officer Accidentally Shoots Colleague During Protest In Katsina

SSS Recovers 2,000 Bags Of Rice Diverted By Officials In Katsina

Katsina Hisbah Seizes N60m Worth Of Alcohol And Drugs

Four Arrested For Aiding Terrorists, Including 13-Year-Old Boy

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