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A man has revealed his surprise after he saw hundreds of smugglers on motorcycles while on a working visit to Daura, the hometown of president Muhammadu Buhari in Katsina state.

According to Macham Emjayz Joshua, the smugglers were coming from Niger Republic into Daura with bags of foreign rice as Customs officials who have a checkpoint close to the border did nothing to prevent them. 

Read what he shared on Facebook; 

I work in Katsina. So work took me to Daura today, 31st July, 2018. On my way to Mai Adua Local Govt Area, I came across this fleet of motorcycle riders more than 200 in number exiting Niger Republic into Daura with 4 or 5 bags of foreign rice.

What baffles me is that we left a Nigerian Custom checking point less than 8km behind. They knew about them but dont do shit.

The FG blocked the borders in the Southern part of the country but allowed the North very porous. This not fair. The FG is partial.

While I was taking the video one of the smugglers shouted at me in Hausa "that I had better stopped the video".

Source;  https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/08/hundreds-of-smugglers-seen-entering-buharis-town-from-niger-rep-photos.html

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In compliance with the directives of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed additional troops and air assets along with necessary ground support equipment and logistics facilities to Katsina and Gusau in support of anti-armed banditry operations in the North West..

The deployment began on 29 July 2018 with the NAF C-130H aircraft airlifting required logistics in preparation for the commencement of OPERATION DIRAN MIKIYA, which commenced earlier on Tuesday, 31 July 2018.

The intensive air operation is aimed at seeking out, pursuing and destroying elements engaged in banditry in Zamfara State and environs.

Speaking after launching the Operation, the new Air Officer Commanding (AOC) Special Operations Command (SOC), Air Vice Marshal Samson Akpasa, stated that fighter aircraft, helicopter gunships as well as Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) platforms alongside necessary equipment and personnel had been deployed for the conduct of OPERATION DIRAN MIKIYA.

He noted that the Operation, which was being conducted in close coordination with other security agencies, would be executed with precision and high intensity to quickly degrade the armed bandits and pave way for the return of normalcy in the affected areas.

He emphasized that “there would be no hiding place for the armed bandits” as the NAF would be employing all the means at its disposal to detect the movement and locations of the armed bandits.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/08/more-helicopter-gunships-fighter-aircraft-deployed-to-zamfara-state-photos.html

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An African man has become a subject of criticisms and mockery online after he was seen taking his bath publicly in Italy. In a trending video footage posted online, the unidentified man who appears like a migrant, was spotted washing himself in public not minding the presence of motorists and passersby who were moving past him.

His clothes and bag were seen on a bench close to where he was having his bath as reports suggest that he might have slept there by the roadside. 

A shocked Italian filmed the man while bathing and posted it online asking whether this is normal. 

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/08/african-man-spotted-bathing-on-the-roadside-in-italy-photos-video.html

Watch video HERE.

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Two days ago, former president Olusegun Obasanjo was welcomed warmly at the JFK airport, New York by members of the Cherubim And Seraphim church on arrival. Obasanjo who rocked the full regalia of the church as he mounted the pulpit, led a host of choristers in a parade during a programme yesterday.

The ex-president thrilled the congregation as the young choristers marched to the song 'I remember when I was a soldier'.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/obasanjo-leads-parade-at-cherubim-and-seraphim-church-in-the-us-photos.html

Watch Video HERE.

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A gallant soldier identified as Francis Ifeanyi Franklin, has been declared missing by his family after a Boko Haram ambush at his base in Borno state. According to an alarm raised by his family, they have not been able reach him since the Boko ambush since last week as his phone has been switched off. 

His sister who wants confirmation from the military about his whereabouts, wrote; 

"Please my brother is missing........ He was among the soldiers that is in Borno state, where Boko Haram was reported, we have not heard from him for the past two weeks now .. His name is Francis Ifeanyi ......... Please help us confirm if his still alive on not"..

This is as another soldier, lieutenant Gaius Garba, has been reported as one of the soldiers killed by Boko Haram last week in an ambush. He left behind a daughter and a pregnant wife.‬

Meanwhile, fresh report has it that Boko Haram fighters killed 11 troops and seized weapons in a raid on a military post in the latest such attack in northeast Nigeria, residents and a military source said on Sunday.

Gunmen in five trucks and on motorcycles stormed the checkpoint in Bunari village near the garrison town of Monguno in Borno state late Friday, leading to a fierce battle.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/soldier-declared-missing-by-family-after-boko-haram-ambush-in-borno-photos.html

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Suspected kidnappers on Saturday, the 28th of July, 2018, abducted away one Jafar, the son of special assistant to the governor of Katsina State on Restoration project, Alhaji Sabo Musa.

The boy was later released by his abductors with a note in his pocket calling on the government of the state to provide job for the teaming unemployed youths.

In the purported letter note, the abductors also said they wanted to kidnap the boy and request for N10million ransom for his release if not for the fear of God Almighty.

They also indicated in the letter that they drugged the boy with a sedative to make him unconscious before they changed their mind.

They then advised the mother of the boy to take extra care of him because according to they, he is ‘a good boy’.

The boy is currently receiving medical attention as the police has began investigating the case.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/kidnappers-abduct-son-of-governors-aide-return-him-back-with-letter-photos.html

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Families have begun to flee their communities in Zamfara state following the incessant killings by armed bandits who are yet to be stopped by security operatives. The latest killings happened on Friday (yesterday) after armed bandits killed at least 42 people when they launched onslaught on 18 villages under Mashema, Kwashabawa and Birane districts of Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

It was gathered that many villages were razed down by the attackers.

A witness who survived the attack, Lawwali Mashema, said thousands of residents displaced by the attack have fled to Zurmi town, some 50 kilometers away from their communities.

He said many other survivors are seeking refuge in Katsina state, while others in Niger Republic.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/residents-flee-as-armed-bandits-kill-over-40-during-attacks-in-zamfara-photos.html

According to reports, tragedy occurred in Ikom local government area of Cross River state after a family of eight died in their sleep. It was revealed that the dead persons were refugees who fled Cameroon following the trouble in their area and sought solace in Cross River state after crossing the border.

According to information gathered online, the family might have died from generator fumes considering the manner of their untimely times.

The corpses were discovered this morning by their neighbours after noticing their absence for their long. 

Investigation into the deaths have been launched by the authorities. 

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/8-cameroonian-die-in-their-sleep-in-cross-river-state.html

Hon. Taiwo Fatiregun who recently defected from the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC to the Action Democratic Party, ADP, was allegedly attacked by political thugs said to be his subordinates who felt aggrieved by his defection.

The former APC caretaker chairman in Oriade Local Government area of Osun State - was beaten mericlessly by the yet-to-be identified attackers who fled after breaking his head. 

Hon. Taiwo Fatiregun currently receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/former-apc-chairman-hon-taiwo-fatiregun-attacked-in-osun-state.html

Yesterday, a young lady identified as Njoku Uchechi, was killed during a robbery operation near Diamond Bank at Suru-Alaba area in Lagos. The deceased was shot in the head after being attacked by two armed robbers after stepping out of the bank before they stole the money she withdrew which was reported to be about N150,000.

One of the armed robbers was caught by passersby as the other manged to escape. The apprehended suspect was beaten mercilessly before he was set ablaze. 

The body of the deceased lady has been deposited in the morgue.

A bereaved friend wrote on Facebook; Uchechi so is you armed robbers killed in my own very eyes yesterday in front of diamond bank coker branch Lagos. ..God of mercy I can't believe dis...Jesus Christ !!! Chai.. O my God..Njoku uchechi RIP.may God accept ur soul in his kingdom ..what ur mom n siblings going to bear this..God..

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/how-girl-was-killed-after-withdrawing-money-from-bank-in-lagos-photos.html

Gunmen have killed at least six people at a mosque at Kawddi village, Zurmi local government area of Zamfara state. The attack, which also injured at least eight people, occurred around 8pm on Tuesday.

Muhammad Shehu, spokesman of the state police command, confirmed the incident. He said the gunmen invaded the village in large numbers and started shooting sporadically.

Situated in a thick forest and surrounded by rocks, Kwaddi village shares boundary with the Niger Republic, a terrain which the police spokesman said made it difficult for security operatives to respond swiftly to any distress call.

He, however, said security operatives had been deployed in the village to forestall further attacks and restore calm to the area.

Last week, three people were killed in a similar attack on five villages in Gidan Goga district of Maradun local government area of the state.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/six-killed-as-gunmen-invade-zamfara-mosque.html

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The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Akwa Ibom State, Dr. Nsima Ekere, was presented with guns and knifes during reception rally for president Muhammadu Buhari and him in Ikot Ekpene last Friday.

At the occasion, Ekere was presented with a symbolic guns and knifes by the people of Ikot Ekpene.

The NDDC boss expressed appreciation to the people for what he called their show of love and confidence and promised to react to their call at the appropriate time.

The NDDC chief executive officer seized the opportunity to move a motion for the endorsement of President Muhammadu Buhari for a second term, stressing that the President had demonstrated uncommon love for Akwa Ibom State, particularly in terms of appointments.

He commended Buhari for the enormous support to the NDDC, especially his approval for the harmonisation of outstanding remittances from the Federal Ministry of Finance and release of outstanding funds due the commission for the development of the Niger Delta region.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/nddc-chairman-nsima-ekere-gets-guns-and-knives-during-apc-rally.html

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A suspected armed robber apprehended yesterday by in Obosi area of Anambra state by some vigilante members. The suspect who hails from Ebonyi state allegedly snatched a mini bus from his victim along Mike Ajegbo road, Obosi and was heading towards Akuora when he met his Waterloo at a inn where he accidentally hit a stationed truck.

In a bid to escape, he tried to hijack another vehicle at gunpoint but unfortunately for him ,two gallant OYV members were nearby and he was apprehended.

He has since been handed over to DSS for prosecution.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/armed-robber-arrested-after-crashing-stolen-bus-in-anambra-photo.html

The residents of Kano are calling on the state government to come to their aid in order to curtail the havoc being wrecked by massive floods. A young man was swept away by a raging flood at an underpass recently built by the state government withing the metropolis - after hours of heavy rainfall. His corpse was recovered after the downpour.

Meanwhile, as part of the measures to rid its metropolis of flooding, the Kano State Government has vowed to remove all building and structures built on its waterways in the state.

This came to the fore following discovery by the state government that some individuals’ properties are clogging the state’s waterways and therefore could lead to flooding.

Commissioner for Environment, represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Alhaji Halilu Dantiye, Makoda, expressed concern about the situation of some houses built on waterways, saying that it posed a lot of risk to lives and property.

He said that Kano had been suffering a lot from flood whenever it rained due to many reasons, including building on waterways, which needed to be addressed.

According to reports, flooding has been one of the challenges confronting the state.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/young-man-swept-away-by-raging-flood-after-heavy-rainfall-in-kano-photos.html

The 300 level student of Computer Science identified as Caleb from Okigwe in Imo – was said to have been shot dead at the school gate after being attacked.

Fear has gripped students of Alvan Ikoku College Of Education in Owerri, Imo state capital, following the gruesome killing of their colleague after he was attacked by some cultists yesterday night. The student identified as Caleb from Okigwe in Imo - was said to have been shot dead at the school gate after being attacked.

The attackers fled after completing their mission.

According to reports, investigations are underway to apprehend the killers.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/07/student-shot-dead-by-cultists-in-front-of-school-gate-in-owerri-graphic-photo.html