In a tragic attack early Tuesday, suspected bandits killed 10 people in Wayam, a community within Sabon-Gari District in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State.

The gunmen reportedly arrived on motorcycles and began firing indiscriminately, causing widespread panic and chaos among residents.

According to local sources, the assailants fatally shot three individuals and slaughtered two women who resisted their advances. Five others succumbed to gunshot wounds later in the day. The bandits also set fire to homes and food supplies before fleeing the scene, leaving the community in ruins.

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A resident, speaking on condition of anonymity, described the situation as dire, adding that most villagers had fled Wayam out of fear of further violence. “The community is practically deserted now,” the source revealed.

This latest incident follows a similar attack six months ago, where bandits targeted Madaka, a nearby community, resulting in the death of 60 people. The continuous violence has heightened concerns about security in Niger State’s rural areas.

Efforts to reach the Niger State Police Command for comments were unsuccessful as the Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, was unavailable at the time of this report.

Donald Trump’s recent election victory isn’t just putting him back in the White House; it’s also delivering a massive boost to his personal wealth.

On Wednesday, Trump Media’s stock, traded under the ticker “DJT,” soared by 35% in premarket trading, pushing the company’s valuation to around $9 billion.

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Trump holds a significant majority stake in the right-wing social media company, which, despite its limited earnings and operational losses, has experienced a meteoric rise in stock value.

This surge brings the value of Trump’s 114.75 million shares to approximately $5.3 billion—up from $3.9 billion at the close of trading on Election Day.

However, analysts caution that Trump’s new wealth figure is largely theoretical, as liquidating a large portion of his shares could send prices tumbling.

Trump Media’s stock has often been viewed as a bellwether for investor sentiment on Trump’s political prospects.

After a sharp decline in September, the stock began rebounding in late October as Trump’s odds of winning the election improved.

This trend culminated in a steep rally after his victory, with speculation among investors driving the rapid increase in value.

However, despite this financial gain, Trump Media faces significant challenges.

The company operates at a loss and will need to address financial hurdles to maintain its momentum.

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has taken swift action to address growing complaints from civil servants, ordering an immediate suspension of all non-statutory salary deductions.

The move comes in response to widespread concerns over unauthorized deductions, particularly those linked to cooperative societies and commodity loan repayments.

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In a statement released on Wednesday, Governor Lawal’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, confirmed the directive, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to reforming the state’s payroll system.

“In an effort to ensure the proper management of civil servants’ salaries, Governor Dauda Lawal has ordered the cessation of all illegal and non-statutory deductions,” Idris stated.

The suspension targets deductions used for unauthorized surcharge schemes disguised as cooperative contributions and commodity loan repayments.

Governor Lawal has instructed the Commissioner for Finance to enforce the suspension and notify all relevant cooperative societies and commodity vendors immediately.

The Governor clarified that only statutory deductions, including PAYE (Pay As You Earn), union dues, NHF (National Housing Fund), ZAMCHEMA, water rates, and housing-related schemes such as FMB’s Rent-to-Own and Home Renovation programs, will remain in effect.

“The present administration is committed to supporting the welfare and development of civil servants by ensuring a fair and transparent payroll system,” the statement added, highlighting ongoing efforts to improve working conditions and foster a more productive workforce.