Fulani Herdsmen Kill 35 In Midnight Raid

Unknown gunmen suspected to be Fulani herdsmen on Tuesday killed 35 people including the village head and a police Inspector in a midnight raid on Allawa village in Shiroro local government area of Niger State.

Sources said that the gunmen invaded the village unexpectedly at midnight and started shooting indiscriminately at the villagers.

By the time the invaders left after two hours of sustained shooting, 35 persons had lost their lives, several villagers were left with several degrees of injuries while many houses were burnt down.

Niger State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Bala Elkana who confirmed the attack said that the Police were yet to confirm the casualty figures.

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Movement Restricted In Borno Over Sallah Celebrations

To ensure safety during the Eid-el-fitri celebrations, the 7 Division, Nigerian Army, Maiduguri has imposed a restriction on movement across Borno State.

A statement released by the Army spokesman in the state, Col Tukur Gusau directed that
“the general public in Borno State be informed  that a restriction on vehicular movements will be observed during the Eid-el-Kabir  celebrations throughout the state.

“All movements involving the use of vehicles, bicycles and animals like horses, camels and donkeys in Maiduguri will be restricted as from Wednesday 5:00pm (1700hrs) September 23, 2015.

“Similarly, all vehicular movements into and out of Maiduguri town will also be restricted within the period till further notice.”

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Buhari’s Eid-el-Kabir Message To Muslims

As part of his Eid-el-Kabir message to Muslims, President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians that the days of Boko Haram terrorists are numbered.

His words ;
“Boko Haram’s reign of terror in parts of the country will be finally over very soon as the ongoing military onslaught against the terrorist sect will continue relentlessly until total victory is achieved.

Also, a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adeshina said that President Buhari has congratulated Nigerian Muslims ”... as they join the global Islamic community in celebrating Eid-El-Kabir, President Buhari urges Muslims and other Nigerians to rededicate themselves to a greater acceptance and internalisation of its lessons of piety, faithfulness, dedication, fortitude, obedience, sacrifice and selfless service which are for the benefit of all mankind.

" The President calls for more patience, fortitude, tolerance, endurance, patriotism and a greater willingness to make personal sacrifices for the good of all as his administration strives to lead the nation towards rapidly overcoming its current security,economic and developmental challenges.

” President Buhari assures all Nigerians that their safety, well-being and progress remain uppermost in his thoughts and actions, and that he will continue to work with all his might to deliver the positive changes in national life which they expect after his election and inauguration as Head of the Government of the Federation.

” The President seizes this opportunity to extend heartfelt commiserations to families in Maiduguri and North-Eastern Nigeria who have sadly lost beloved relatives in recent terrorist attacks.

"President Buhari’s thoughts and prayers for Divine solace are with all those who have been callously plunged into mourning by mindless terrorists, when others are celebrating this year’s Eid-El-Kabir.”

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Buhari’s Eid-el-Kabir Message To Muslims

As part of his Eid-el-Kabir message to Muslims, President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians that the days of Boko Haram terrorists are numbered.

His words ;
“Boko Haram’s reign of terror in parts of the country will be finally over very soon as the ongoing military onslaught against the terrorist sect will continue relentlessly until total victory is achieved.

Also, a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adeshina said that President Buhari has congratulated Nigerian Muslims ”... as they join the global Islamic community in celebrating Eid-El-Kabir, President Buhari urges Muslims and other Nigerians to rededicate themselves to a greater acceptance and internalisation of its lessons of piety, faithfulness, dedication, fortitude, obedience, sacrifice and selfless service which are for the benefit of all mankind.

" The President calls for more patience, fortitude, tolerance, endurance, patriotism and a greater willingness to make personal sacrifices for the good of all as his administration strives to lead the nation towards rapidly overcoming its current security,economic and developmental challenges.

” President Buhari assures all Nigerians that their safety, well-being and progress remain uppermost in his thoughts and actions, and that he will continue to work with all his might to deliver the positive changes in national life which they expect after his election and inauguration as Head of the Government of the Federation.

” The President seizes this opportunity to extend heartfelt commiserations to families in Maiduguri and North-Eastern Nigeria who have sadly lost beloved relatives in recent terrorist attacks.

"President Buhari’s thoughts and prayers for Divine solace are with all those who have been callously plunged into mourning by mindless terrorists, when others are celebrating this year’s Eid-El-Kabir.”

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Buhari’s Eid-el-Kabir Message To Muslims

As part of his Eid-el-Kabir message to Muslims, President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians that the days of Boko Haram terrorists are numbered.

His words ;
“Boko Haram’s reign of terror in parts of the country will be finally over very soon as the ongoing military onslaught against the terrorist sect will continue relentlessly until total victory is achieved.

Also, a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adeshina said that President Buhari has congratulated Nigerian Muslims ”... as they join the global Islamic community in celebrating Eid-El-Kabir, President Buhari urges Muslims and other Nigerians to rededicate themselves to a greater acceptance and internalisation of its lessons of piety, faithfulness, dedication, fortitude, obedience, sacrifice and selfless service which are for the benefit of all mankind.

" The President calls for more patience, fortitude, tolerance, endurance, patriotism and a greater willingness to make personal sacrifices for the good of all as his administration strives to lead the nation towards rapidly overcoming its current security,economic and developmental challenges.

” President Buhari assures all Nigerians that their safety, well-being and progress remain uppermost in his thoughts and actions, and that he will continue to work with all his might to deliver the positive changes in national life which they expect after his election and inauguration as Head of the Government of the Federation.

” The President seizes this opportunity to extend heartfelt commiserations to families in Maiduguri and North-Eastern Nigeria who have sadly lost beloved relatives in recent terrorist attacks.

"President Buhari’s thoughts and prayers for Divine solace are with all those who have been callously plunged into mourning by mindless terrorists, when others are celebrating this year’s Eid-El-Kabir.”

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I Want To State That I Am Not Guilty - Saraki Tells Tribunal

“I am the Senate President and I have respect for the rule of law. Mr. Chairman, I observed that they have made reference to the good work the Senate has done in the administration of criminal justice. If there is an allegation of false declaration of assets, the Code of Conduct Bureau shall refer the person involved to the tribunal after giving the person an opportunity to explain if the facts are true. But in this case, I was not given the opportunity.

“I thought the CCB should have called me and given me the right to fair hearing. I am hearing about the charges for the first time. We are all here and the whole world is watching when we said we are in new Nigeria. I want to state here that I am not guilty.”

After the theatrics that preceded his entry into the dock on Tuesday, Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki gave the above lecture to the Code of Conduct Tribunal before taking his plea.

After the defense counsel's argument that the tribunal lacked the powers to entertain the matter had been countered by the prosecution counsel, the Chairman of the tribunal, Justice Danladi Umar ruled that he had jurisdiction over the case. His words.

“It is in the view of the tribunal that the trial before it is criminal in nature and it has jurisdiction over criminal matters. The defendant should therefore proceed to the dock.”

As Saraki grumbled his way to the dock, he wondered why the tribunal had chosen to be ignorant of the conditions under which an accused could be brought to trial.

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I Want To State That I Am Not Guilty - Saraki Tells Tribunal

“I am the Senate President and I have respect for the rule of law. Mr. Chairman, I observed that they have made reference to the good work the Senate has done in the administration of criminal justice. If there is an allegation of false declaration of assets, the Code of Conduct Bureau shall refer the person involved to the tribunal after giving the person an opportunity to explain if the facts are true. But in this case, I was not given the opportunity.

“I thought the CCB should have called me and given me the right to fair hearing. I am hearing about the charges for the first time. We are all here and the whole world is watching when we said we are in new Nigeria. I want to state here that I am not guilty.”

After the theatrics that preceded his entry into the dock on Tuesday, Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki gave the above lecture to the Code of Conduct Tribunal before taking his plea.

After the defense counsel's argument that the tribunal lacked the powers to entertain the matter had been countered by the prosecution counsel, the Chairman of the tribunal, Justice Danladi Umar ruled that he had jurisdiction over the case. His words.

“It is in the view of the tribunal that the trial before it is criminal in nature and it has jurisdiction over criminal matters. The defendant should therefore proceed to the dock.”

As Saraki grumbled his way to the dock, he wondered why the tribunal had chosen to be ignorant of the conditions under which an accused could be brought to trial.

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