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Tears As 26 Traders Perish In Boat Mishap In Borno

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***Eight bodies Recovered, Eighteen Still Missing.
By: Ali Musa Biu-Maiduguri
26 people, mostly traders, are feared to have been killed in a boat accident on the River Hawul, along the Gwaskara/Shani axis of the river, in Shani Local Government Area of Borno State, last Saturday.
Eye witness reports have it that, the traders were travelling in an overloaded hand paddled canoe to a local market in Gwaskara, when the accident occured.
The Hawul river, which has been reported to be overflowing it’s banks is responsible for a similar accident on the Riba end in Hawul area, killing at least three other travellers.
According to eye witnesses, the boat picked passengers from communities along the river, with a plan to deliver them to Gwaskara market, but run into troubled waters before it could reach its destination.
The victims were either from Ladjada, Kidamamza, Angwabello, Yimirmwapu, Bodeno, or Zaunagari; all located along the banks of the river Hawul, in Shani Local Government Area.
Locals told our correspondent that, the boat was overloaded with goods and passengers, and the two paddlers handling it had to sit at the tips of both the rear and the frontal part, making it difficult to steer it out of dangers, when the water surged.
The two paddlers reportedly lost control following a sudden water surge, coupled with the seemingly too heavy load the canoe was carrying: causing it to capsize.
As a time of visit to the scene eight bodies had been recovered from the river, as search and rescue operations continued by local divers and other paddlers.
Reports indicate that there are growing fears that the remaining eighteen passengers may have been washed downstream by the ferecious river.
Already signals have been despatched to Benue state, where the river Hawul empties it’s water, to look out for possible victims of the accident, even as the local Sarkin Ruwa is expected to perform some rituals in aid of the search and rescue efforts.
The Emir of Shani, Nasiru Muhammad Mailafiya; in whose domain the accident occured has since visited the scene, to supervise the operations and to sympathize with families of the victims.

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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JUST IN: After Primary Election Victory, Shehu Sani Visits Parents’ Graves to Offer Prayers and Express Gratitude to God

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Following his victory in the party primary election, Senator Shehu Sani visited the graves of his parents to pray and give thanks to Almighty God.

The former senator described the visit as very important to him, noting that his parents played a significant role in his upbringing and in shaping his political life.

Shehu Sani prayed for Allah to forgive his parents and all deceased Muslims, while also reaffirming his commitment to continue serving the people with honesty and integrity after securing victory in the primaries.

The gesture has attracted attention from his supporters and social media users, many of whom praised his act of remembering his parents after a political success.

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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