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EFCC Apprehends Two Individuals for Alleged Illegal Forex Trading

17May

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EFCC Apprehends Two Individuals for Alleged Illegal Forex Trading

Two individuals, Surajo Umar and Muhammed Sadiq Lawal, have been detained by operatives of the Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on suspicion of engaging in illegal forex trading. According to EFCC's official X handle, the arrests took place on Udi Street in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, where the suspects were reportedly involved in the unauthorized sale of dollars. Citing credible intelligence, the statement mentioned that Umar and Lawal were apprehended for their alleged participation in unlawful foreign exchange dealings. The statement also indicated that upon the completion of investigations, the suspects will be prosecuted in court.

Confirmation of Seven Fatalities in Ibadan-Iseyin Road Accident by FRSC

17May

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Confirmation of Seven Fatalities in Ibadan-Iseyin Road Accident by FRSC

Following a road incident on the Ibadan-Iseyin road on Thursday evening, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has verified the unfortunate demise of seven individuals. Mr Mayowa Odewo, the Public Relations Officer at the Oyo Sector Command of FRSC, identified the victims as five male adults, one female adult, and one female child. Of the 22 individuals involved in the accident, Odewo mentioned that 15 sustained injuries of varying severity levels. The collision, which involved a Nissan Urvan commercial bus marked with registration number SEY 254 ZY and a Mazda commercial bus with registration number LGB 343 XA, was attributed to overspeeding and driver fatigue. Odewo highlighted that the 13 injured victims, comprising three male adults, nine female adults, and one female child, were p...

Former Ibadan Transport Union Leader, Auxillary, Sent to Prison

16May

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Former Ibadan Transport Union Leader, Auxillary, Sent to Prison

The former chairman of the Park Management System in Oyo State, Mukaila Lamidi, known as Auxillary, has been ordered to be remanded in Agodi Correctional Centre by an Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan due to alleged murder charges. Chief Magistrate Olabisi Ogunkanmi gave the order on grounds of lacking jurisdiction during the hearing on Thursday. Earlier, Oyo State Police Command paraded the suspect who had been declared wanted and later apprehended by the Department of State Service (DSS). Ogunkanmi stated that Lamidi’s remand is pending legal advice from the state Director of Public Prosecution and set the next hearing for July 11. Represented by Tope Olayinka, Lamidi is facing a four-count charge related to conspiracy, causing death, and theft. ...

Benue community faces dusk-to-dawn curfew amidst escalating cult war

16May

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Benue community faces dusk-to-dawn curfew amidst escalating cult war

Following a violent clash between rival cult groups that led to the deaths of two members, Naka town in Gwer-West Headquarters has been placed under a dusk-to-dawn curfew. The decision to impose the curfew was justified by the chairman of the LGA, Henry Agba, who cited the necessity to prevent further escalation of the ongoing conflict. According to Agba, "There was a clash between rival cultists in the local government during which two persons from both sides were killed. As a result of that, the LGA became tense, so we had to place a night curfew to contain the situation. As of yesterday (Wednesday), movement ceased from 8 pm to 6 am, so at the moment there is a restoration of peace and normalcy." An eyewitness, who preferred to remain anonymous, confirmed the cult clash and described ...

Arrest of Cameroonian and Two Nigerians Linked to Kidnappings

16May

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Arrest of Cameroonian and Two Nigerians Linked to Kidnappings

An operation involving detectives from Force Headquarters, Abuja, and operatives of Delta State Police Command resulted in the apprehension of a Cameroonian and two Nigerians for their involvement in kidnapping activities. Operating in Orerokpe, Sapele, and Warri areas of Delta State, the three-man gang targeted unsuspecting residents. The suspects hail from Kaduna, Kogi, and Cameroon, respectively. Following intelligence gathered on kidnappings in the Warri region, suspicion fell on Yakubu Ya’u, a 20-year-old resident of Kaduna known for frequenting Oha and Ughwagba communities in Okpe Local Government Area to abduct victims for ransom. Under the leadership of DPO of Orerokpe Division, DSP Paul Oboware, the detectives traced the suspect to his hideout in Warri, leading to his arrest....

Tragic Outcome: Victim Killed by Kidnappers Despite Ransom Payment of N9m

16May

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Tragic Outcome: Victim Killed by Kidnappers Despite Ransom Payment of N9m

Reports indicate that Johnbull Osagiede was tragically killed by gunmen suspected to be kidnappers in Edo State, even after his family had paid a ransom of N9 million. The incident unfolded at Evbohen quarters in Idumebo community, within the Orhionmwon Local Government Area of the State. On a fateful day, the armed individuals stormed the community, abducted Osagiede, and whisked him away to an undisclosed location. A source close to the family disclosed that the kidnappers initially demanded N15 million from Osagiede's wife as ransom. Speaking on condition of anonymity, the source revealed that the family complied by paying N3 million first, followed by an additional N6 million, totaling the sum of N9 million. The payments were made at specified locations as instructed by the k...

Police in Imo State Apprehend Suspects Connected to the Killing of General Duru and Others

16May

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Police in Imo State Apprehend Suspects Connected to the Killing of General Duru and Others

In Imo State, the Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in apprehending the suspected killers of retired Major General Richard Duru. During the operation, law enforcement officers were able to seize 552 live rounds of ammunition. Addressing the media at the Police Headquarters in Owerri, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Henry Okoye, speaking on behalf of Commissioner of Police CP Aboki Danjuma, credited the success of the arrests to the proactive operational strategies employed by the police force in combating violent crimes and related offenses in the state. He disclosed that among the recent accomplishments of the command was the arrest of the individuals responsible for the abduction and subsequent killing of retired Major General Richard Duru, who was taken cap...

Driver arrested by Abia State Police Command following a fatal accident where a truck crushed passengers to death

16May

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Driver arrested by Abia State Police Command following a fatal accident where a truck crushed passengers to death

Following a tragic incident in Umunneochi LGA of Abia State, a 35-year-old driver identified as Mr. Amaechi Chucks Nwankwo, lost control of his Mack truck, leading to a collision with a bus carrying passengers. The Abia State Police Command has since apprehended him for further investigation. Confirming the arrest, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka, revealed that the accident resulted in the immediate death of two passengers, with another passenger succumbing to injuries later, bringing the total death toll to three. The PPRO provided details of the incident, stating, “On 15/05/2024 at approximately 22:30hrs, a report was received by the Isuochi Police Divisional Headquarters regarding a fatal motor accident along the Port Harcourt-Enugu Expressway, close to Lekw...

Rev Fr Basil Gbuzuo, Anambra Catholic Priest, Taken Hostage by Gunmen as Police Launch Search

16May

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Rev Fr Basil Gbuzuo, Anambra Catholic Priest, Taken Hostage by Gunmen as Police Launch Search

Anambra State, particularly the Onitsha Diocese, is reeling from the news of the abduction of Reverend Father Basil Gbuzuo by unknown gunmen. The Catholic Archdiocese of Onitsha released a statement on May 16, 2024, disclosing the distressing incident. The abduction took place on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at approximately 8 am along the Eke Nkpor-Obosi bypass. Most Rev Valerian Okeke, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Onitsha, has urged the faithful and all people of goodwill to pray for Fr Gbuzuo's swift and safe release. The Archdiocese is leaving no stone unturned in its efforts to ensure Fr Gbuzuo's freedom, invoking the powerful intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary for his prompt release from captivity. Fr Prudentius E. Aroh, the Chancellor of the Diocese, expressed sorrow in the s...

16May

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Warning to Ogun Residents: Blocking Roads for Social Events is Illegal, Says TRACE

Residents of Ogun State have been cautioned by the Commander and Chief Executive Officer of the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), Cdr ‘Seni Ogunyemi, against the act of blocking roads for social events. During a radio programme in Abeokuta, Ogunyemi issued this warning, emphasizing the legal implications of such actions. He clarified that permits from the government are specifically for organizing social events, not for obstructing public roads that impede others' movement. Quoting sections six and seven of the law that established TRACE, Ogunyemi highlighted the legality issues surrounding road blockages for social gatherings. According to him, the core issue lies in the disregard for the law by the public, despite claiming to have rece...