The governor announced this while constituting a 12-member state delegation for the 2025 pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia.
The command’s spokesperson said that Mr Shehu was posted as commissioner following the elevation of the former CP, Aliyu Abubakar-Musa, to the rank of AIG.
Mr Abdullahi added that in Zamfara, the troops acted on information regarding terrorist activities in the Bagabuzu area of Faru District, Maradun LGA.
Mr Abdullahi said northerners were now more mindful and security conscious, helping security agencies more than before.
Mr Ali said, “Their elimination marks a major breakthrough in the ongoing military campaign to restore peace in the North-West.’’
The former governor emphasised the need for local production to strengthen the nation’s economy.
The Daura emir stressed the importance of security in the state and the country, urging collective efforts to tackle the growing insecurity.
“Now, for the first time in over 50 years, we have electricity. We are happy,” said Baba Audu.
Some of the residents thanked God for bringing relief to them.
