Office of the Special Adviser on Security Matters, Yobe State Government

The screening exercise for Nigeria Police Constables has commenced in Yobe State.
The exercise is currently taking place at the Conference Hall of the Yobe State Arts and Cultural Centre in Damaturu.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has recently approved the recruitment of fifty thousand Police Constables as part of its efforts to enhance security across the country.
March 9, 2026, marks the commencement of the exercise nationwide.
The Yobe State Government has joined its counterparts across the country in commencing the screening exercise. (S.A.Security,Director Recruitment).
To ensure that indigenes of the state occupy the slots allocated to Yobe State, the Commissioner of the Federal Character Commission in charge of Yobe State, Alhaji Jibrin Maigari, had this to say.
On their part, the representatives of the Police Service Commission and the Yobe State Police Command said the exercise has four stages, and every candidate must pass through them before qualifying for the recruitment.

The Emir of Damaturu, Alhaji Dr. Shehu Hashimi II Ibn Umar Alamin El-Kanemi, has conferred the traditional title of Zannah Ziriyoma of Damaturu Emirate on General Dahiru Abdussalam (rtd), the Special Adviser on Security Matters to Yobe State Governor.
The appointment was formally presented on Wednesday at the Damaturu Emir’s Palace by the Galadima of the Emirate, Yusuf Hassan Yusuf, on behalf of the Emir.
The honour recognises General Abdussalam’s “commendable policies and the sincerity and God-fearing manner” with which he has carried out as a security adviser.
During the ceremony, the Emirate also appointed Idris Buba, Commander of the Vigilante Group, as the Zannah Girdima of Damaturu Emirate.
The Galadima emphasised that the title reflects the Emirate’s appreciation to General Abdussalam’s dedication to protecting lives and property in Yobe State, as well as his coordination of security operations across the region.
“The Damaturu Emirate bestowed this title on him because of his resilience and hard work in serving the people, which will undoubtedly motivate him to continue his humanitarian and community service,” Yusuf stated.
The newly Zannah Ziriyoma expressed gratitude to God and the Emir, describing the title as both a personal milestone and a recognition of his efforts toward peace and stability.
“This title recognises our modest efforts in ensuring peace and stability in Yobe State. Many have observed these efforts, but the Emir of Damaturu has taken the courage to publicly recognise them,” General said.
He pledged to intensify efforts to address insecurity, underscoring the importance of collective cooperation.
“With the cooperation of our people, I will redouble my efforts to overcome the present challenges of insecurity and ensure sustainable peace and stability for all,” he affirmed.
General Abdussalam also praised the vital contributions of local vigilante groups, known as hunters, who work alongside the Nigerian military.
“Under the guidance of the Nigerian military, they have performed tremendously well,”
“They have developed high capacity and can now undertake independent deep-penetration operations, tasks typically reserved for well-trained military units,” he noted.

The Yobe State Government has commended officers and soldiers of 241 Recce Model Battalion for professionalism and effective operations in sustaining security across the state.

The commendation was given by Brig.-Gen. Dahiru Abdussala (rtd.), Special Adviser to Gov. Mai Mala Buni on Security Matters, at the 2025 West African Social Activities (WASA) held at the Nguru Military Barracks.

Abdussala, who was the Senior General Officer Hosting (SGOH) at the event, praised the battalion’s commitment to constitutional duties and collaboration with other security agencies under Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI.

He said the synergy had ensured that all local government areas under the battalion’s responsibility remained free from Boko Haram terrorist activities.

The special adviser also commended strangulation operations along the Kano–Nguru–Gashua Road, describing them as strategic in curbing criminal movements and enhancing public safety.

He further lauded sustained efforts to address farmer–herder clashes, cattle rustling, armed banditry and other social vices within the battalion’s area of responsibility.

According to him, the gallantry and courage displayed by the troops have contributed significantly to improved security in Yobe State and its environs.

Earlier in his opening remarks, the Commanding Officer, 241 Recce Model Battalion, Col. A.T. Adeuti, welcomed officers, soldiers, families and guests to the Year 2025 WASA.

Adeuti described WASA as a historic Nigerian Army tradition that provides an opportunity for personnel and their families to unwind, foster unity and showcase cultural heritage.

He traced the origin of WASA to the era of the West African Frontier Force, when colonial authorities set aside a day for West African troops to celebrate their diverse cultures.

Adeuti said the tradition was retained after independence and adopted as a regimental activity of the Nigerian Army to strengthen cohesion with host communities.

He said the Nigerian Army, under the leadership of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, continued to support WASA across formations despite ongoing operational commitments.

The commanding officer said he assumed command of the battalion on June 5, 2025, and had since made deliberate efforts to enhance operational effectiveness.

According to him, the battalion operates in support of 1 Division, Kaduna, is administered by 3 Brigade, Kano, and is operationally responsible to 27 Task Force Brigade, Buni Gari, for Operation HADIN KAI.

Adeuti said the unit’s area of responsibility covered Karasuwa, Machina, Nguru and Yusufari Local Government Areas of Yobe State.

He said forward operating bases were maintained at Jajimaji, Machina and Nguru, with frequent patrols conducted in Yusufari.

The commanding officer said the battalion had sustained dominance in its area of responsibility, ensuring all four local government areas remained free of Boko Haram terrorist activities.

He added that surveillance along the Kano–Nguru–Gashua Road had led to arrests of suspects, logistics suppliers and collaborators, who were processed through Sector 2 headquarters in Damaturu.

Adeuti said the battalion also served as the permanent Nigerian Army recruitment centre for Yobe State.

He said the unit had hosted the 89 and 90 Regular Recruit Intake, noting that the 89 intake completed training in November 2025, while the 90 intake was currently undergoing training.

He added that the battalion, being a model unit, conducted post-basic leadership and regimentation training for newly commissioned officers under Exercise Competent Officer.

Adeuti said the unit had recorded improvements in training and infrastructure and had empowered 30 widows and barracks women under the Barracks Women Empowerment Scheme launched on Dec. 4, 2025.

The event was attended by senior military officers, royal fathers, heads of sister security agencies, representatives of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), soldiers’ families and members of the press.

APPOINTMENT AS KAURAN KUKAR-GADU
In recognition of your contribution and selfless service to the community, the Village Head of Kukar-Gadu Alhaji Dahiru Hassan Abubakar has approved your appointment as KAURAN KUKAR-GADU.
In view of the above therefore, you are expected as an ambassador of Kukar-Gadu Village to use of all avenues at your disposal to contribute in moving the Kukar-Gadu Village, Goya District, Fika Emirate, Yobe State and the country at large to greater height.

Abasha Youths Initiative Development Association has paid a courtesy visit to the Special Adviser to Yobe State Governor on Security Matters, Brig. Gen. Dahiru Abdul-Salam (Rtd).

During the visit, the Leadership of the Association Presented an award of excellence to the Special Adviser in recognition of his tireless efforts towards ensuring peace across the State.

The Association congratulates the Special Adviser for the well deserved recognition and urged him to keep on the tempo.

ARMY RECURRENT: CHAIRMAN, YOBE STATE RECRUITMENT COMMITTEE, BRIG. GEN. DAHIRU ABSUL-SALAM (RTD) ADVOCATES FOR MORE SENSITIZATION.

There is need for more awareness and sensitization among the Youths on the Army Recruitment Exercise.

Chairman Yobe State Recruitment Committee who is also the Special Adviser to Yobe State Governor on Security Matters, Brig. Gen. Dahiru Abdul-Salam (Rtd) disclosed this to Newsmen shortly after inspecting the ongoing Nigerian Army 90 RRI exercise at 241 Recce Model Battalion Nguru.

On arrival at the 241 Recce Model Battalion Nguru, the Chairman, Yobe State Recruitment Committee who doubles as the Special Adviser to Governor Mai Mala Buni on Security Matter's, Brig. Gen. Abdul-Salam (Rtd) inspects a Guard of Honour.

Gen. Abdul-Salam (Rtd) proceeds to the Office of the Commanding Officer of the Unit, where he had an interactive session with the CO and subsequently handed over some medical consumables provided to the formation by Yobe State Government as part of its support towards strengthening Security across the State.

Commenting after inspecting the ongoing Recruitment Exercise, Gen. Abdul-Salam laments that out of the 2431 shortlisted candidates for the Nigerian Army 90 Regular Recruit Intake (RRI), only 1605 reported at the time of documentation.

This attitude according to the Chairman of the Committee is a problem which needs to be addressed in order to fill the vacancy of the State in the Army.

In his remarks, the Director Recruitment Department Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Adamu Baba Umar describes the exercise as well coordinated and transparent, urging the Recruitment Officials to maintain the tempo.

The screening exercise is expected to end on the 17th of December 2025.

I, Brig. General Dahiru Abdul-Salam (Rtd) wishes extend my warmest
Congratulations to General Christopher Gwami Musa (Rtd) on his New appointment as the Nigeria's Minister of Defence.

Your dedication and service are truly commendable, and I wish you God's guidance and Protection throughout your tenure.

Once again Congratulations sir.

Signed: Brig. Gen. Dahiru Abdul-Salam (Rtd). Special Adviser on Security Matters to Yobe State Governor.

YUNUSARI AIRSTRIKE: NAF PROVIDES RELIEF TO THE VICTIMS OF THE SEPTEMBER, 2021 ACCIDENTAL AIRSTRIKE.

Recalled that in September 2021 an Accidental Airstrike occurred at Buhari Community of Yunusari Local Government Area, Yobe State killing some Residents and left others with various degrees of injuries.

In a move to bring succour to the victims, the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) has taken giant steps by providing some basic needs to the people of the affected Community.

NAF set aside funds to construct a solar powered borehole in Buhari Village.

In addition to the Borehole, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar, presented One Million Naira (N1,000,000.00) to each of the Eight (8) Families of those killed in the Accident Airstrike and presented Five Hundred Thousand Naira (N5,00,000.00) to each of the Thirty (30) injured Persons.

The Chief of Air Staff was represented by the Air Component Commander Joint Task Force (Northeast) Operation Hadin Ka, Air Commandore U.U Idriss, during a short ceremony organised to mark the Disbursement of the relief which took place in Damaturu.

Those in attendance at the event were the Honourable Commissioner of Justice and Attorney General of Yobe State, Barr. Saleh Samanja, the Special Adviser to Governor Mai Mala Buni on Security Matters, Brig. Gen. Dahiru Abdul-Salam (Rtd), Representative of the Director State Security Service (DSS), Yobe State Command, Vice Chairman Yunusari Local Government Council, Hon. Bashir Abba Kyari and a Community Leader from Buhari Village, Alhaji Ali Lawan among others.