Emir gifts NSCDC 5 motorcycles, 25 torchlights to fight bandits
The Emir of Kazaure in Jigawa, Najib Hussaini-Adamu, has donated five motorcycles and 25 torchlights to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in its fight against bandits.
Adamu Shehu, NSCDC spokesman, announced the donation in a statement on Wednesday in Dutse, Jigawa.
He said the items were presented Tuesday to the Corps Area Commander in charge of the Area C, Kazaure Command, Bishir Magaji.
Mr Shehu said the motorcycles and rechargeable torchlights were donated to the Area Command and four divisional offices of the Corps in the area.
“In an effort to support the NSCDC Command towards ensuring effective security, the Emir of Kazaure, Alhaji Najib Hussaini-Adamu, has denoted five new motorcycles and 25 rechargeable torchlights to the Kazaure Area Command and four Divisional Offices of the Corps in the emirate.
“The items were received by the Area Commander in charge of Area C, Mr Bishir Magaji, on behalf of the State Commandant, Mustapha Talba on Tuesday,” Mr Shehu said.
The statement commended the Emir’s gesture, saying it would enhance the capacity of the personnel and boost their morale towards effective service delivery.
The NSCDC asked more people to emulate the gesture, and promised to ensure effective utilisation of the items to combat crimes, protect lives and property in the state.
More from Peoples Gazette
Health
AU decries slow COVID-19 vaccine delivery as it begins J&J distribution
The pace of inoculations in poor countries, including all of Africa, has exposed vast global inequalities.
Health
145 Nigerian women die of pregnancy complications daily: Health ministry
A health ministry official said the ministry had partnered a number of stakeholders, including governors from selected states, to develop the guideline to contain the issue.
Rights
N8 Million Bribe: Court will decide Abba Kyari’s extradition, says Malami
Mr Malami said after the U.S. writes to the foreign affairs ministry, and the foreign affairs to his office, then the court will decide on Mr Kyari’s extradition.
Health
FG directs house officers not to join doctors’ strike
Minister Mamora said, “house officers are undergoing training; they are not full fledged doctors. They are not and should not go on strike.”
Jos
Man docked for biting off wife’s hair during domestic squabble
The judge admitted the accused to N100,000 bail with one surety in like sum.
Rights
Nigeria’s broadcasting organisations kick against Buhari regime’s directive
BON has kicked against President Muhammadu Buhari regime’s directive on licensing fees, noting it could be seen as an attempt to gag free media.
