MaidawaArewa Media

09/09/2026

Federal Commissioner Hajiya Amina Gamawa has paid a courtesy visit to Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni in Abuja.

The RMAFC commissioner, who represents Bauchi State, thanked the governor for his support and opportunities throughout her political career.

She said Buni nominated her to represent the North-East at the APC Policy Dialogue and backed her appointments, including roles at the APC National Secretariat and as Presidential Liaison Officer.

Gamawa described the governor as a leader committed to empowering capable people from the region.

08/09/2026

NorthEast States’ FAAC allocations, January to May 2026.

08/09/2026

Military foils ambush along Buni Gari-Buratai road

Nigerian troops have foiled an ambush by suspected terrorists on a key road in Borno state, according to security sources.

The incident took place at about 10:45 local time on Sunday along the Buni Gari-Buratai road in Biu local government area. Troops from the 27 Task Force Brigade were operating on the route when they came under attack.

One of their Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles struck an improvised explosive device (IED), damaging two of its tyres.

Soldiers then searched the area and recovered an AK-47 magazine, 30 rounds of 7.62x39mm am******on, two rocket-propelled gr***de (RPG) bombs, one motorcycle and two bicycles.

No casualties were reported. The troops continued operations to maintain control of the area and restrict the movement of armed groups.

07/09/2026

Man charged with ₦600,000 fraud over tricycle deal in Maiduguri

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a man before a Borno State High Court in Maiduguri on charges of obtaining money by false pretences and criminal misappropriation totalling ₦600,000.

Bilal Muhammad, described as the chief executive of GDF Homes Sale Enterprises Limited, appeared before Justice B.T. Zanna on Monday, 7 September 2026.

He faces a two-count charge under the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Fraud Related Offences Act 2006.

According to the first count, Muhammad allegedly obtained ₦600,000 from a complainant in Maiduguri in 2025 while purporting to sell a tricycle, commonly known as a Keke Napep. He is accused of failing to deliver either the vehicle or a refund.

Muhammad pleaded not guilty. Prosecution counsel A.D. Abdulmalik requested a trial date and asked that the defendant be remanded in EFCC custody.

Justice Zanna adjourned the case until 22 September 2026 for the start of the hearing and ordered that Muhammad be held in EFCC facilities pending trial.

The EFCC said Muhammad was arrested after a petition alleged he took the sum under the pretence of supplying a tricycle and neither provided the vehicle nor returned the money.

07/09/2026

Saul Yaro: APC Will Not Win Adamawa Governorship Election in Adamawa State — May 20th, 2026

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06/09/2026

Six killed in Adamawa road crash involving truck and tricycle

https://maidawaarewa.com/2026/09/05/six-killed-in-adamawa-road-crash-involving-truck-and-tricycle/

06/09/2026

Adamawa ADC crisis deepens as Suleiman rejects reported Atiku preference for Modibbo

https://maidawaarewa.com/2026/09/05/adamawa-adc-crisis-deepens-as-suleiman-rejects-reported-atiku-preference-for-modibbo/

06/09/2026

Yobe government deepens media training, targets 800 practitioners

https://maidawaarewa.com/2026/09/05/yobe-government-deepens-media-training-targets-800-practitioners/

05/09/2026

Yobe government deepens media training, targets 800 practitioners

Yobe government deepens media training, targets 800 practitioners

05/09/2026

Troops arrest three suspected kidnappers and recover N3.5m in Plateau State

Troops from Sector 6 of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested three suspected kidnappers and recovered N3.5 million during an operation in a forest area of Riyom Local Government Area, Plateau State.

Security sources said the suspects — Sahabi Isah, 20; Umar Mohammed Sani, 26; and Usman Suleiman, 21 — were detained at about 09:00 on 4 September 2026 after reports that suspected kidnappers had moved following the collection of a ransom.

The men were intercepted while travelling in a vehicle through the forest. One of the suspects tried to escape but was re-arrested. He allegedly offered a soldier N500,000 to release him, but the offer was refused.
Troops recovered N3.5 million from the vehicle.

Preliminary findings indicated that Umar Mohammed Sani claimed he was only a passenger, while the other two said the money came from the sale of stolen cattle.

The three men remain in custody as investigations continue into their individual roles and the origin of the recovered funds.