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Sokoto Government Commends Soldiers for Foiling Bandit Ambush in Sabon Birni
Sokoto State government hails soldiers for foiling an attempted ambush that was planned by suspected bandits in Sabon Birni Local Government Area.
A statement was released by the Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Security Matters, Col. Ahmed Usman (rtd), who revealed that an attempted ambush was planned to target traders traveling from Tarah village to Sabon Birni. However, their plans were thwarted after the Nigerian Armed Forces intervened.
“The swift response, professionalism, and courage displayed by our military personnel once again reaffirm their commitment to protecting the lives and property of our people.”
He then warned “Anyone aiding or abetting criminal activity will face the full weight of the law.”
It has been reported that Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge, which took place on April 8, 2026.
However, Senate President Godswill Akpabio represented the President and carried out the ceremony.
As he commissioned the project, he stated “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I commission these projects.”
Residents of Lagos should prepare for traffic disruptions as several roads will be closed due to the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is set to commission infrastructural projects.
The commissioning will take place on April 8 and 9, 2026.
Affected areas on Wednesday (April 8):
Opebi, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Ojota, and Victoria Island.
Affected areas on Thursday (April 9):
Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ajegunle.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and expect heavy traffic during these periods.
President Donald Trump makes headline as he threatens Iran on social media.
The president shared “Open the F***ing Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH!”
It can be noted that he even did a countdown on Saturday “48 hours before all Hell will rain down on them,” he warned Saturday. “Time is running out.”
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