Attempted Tricycle Theft: Man Apprehended by Police
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Attempted Tricycle Theft: Man Apprehended by Police

A man by the name of Samson Cletus has been apprehended by the Lagos State Police Command for trying to steal a tricycle from an unconscious rider. SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the State Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the arrest via a post on his Twitter account, @ben Hundeyin, last Sunday. The arrest of the suspect took place in the Igando area of Lagos on the same day. Upon receiving reports of suspicious activities involving a tricycle, a patrol team from Igando Division swiftly responded to the scene on Celestial Road, Igando. At the location, the police found the tricycle rider unconscious, while the suspect was caught in the act of trying to flee with the tricycle. The police representative mentioned that efforts are underway to apprehend other accomplices who managed to esc...
Former APC governorship aspirant in Edo State decides to leave party
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Former APC governorship aspirant in Edo State decides to leave party

A previous contender for the governorship position under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Mrs. Victoria Amu, has officially resigned from the party. In a letter directed to the chairman of Ward 4 in Owan West local government area of Edo State, Amu notified of her resignation. She mentioned family and personal reasons as the basis for her choice to step down from the APC. Amu expressed gratitude to the APC for considering her "deserving of the opportunity to serve as SSA on Social Mobilization for 7 years during Comrade Adams Oshiomhole's tenure, and as SSA to Governor Godwin Obaseki for one year." She stated, "It is worth noting that I contested for the House of Assembly in 2022 and also participated in the recent Governorship race in 2024, all while being a member of...
Exciting Transfer News: Russian Club Shows Interest in Okejepha from Rivers United
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Exciting Transfer News: Russian Club Shows Interest in Okejepha from Rivers United

Reports suggest that Augustine Okejepha may soon be leaving his current club, Rivers United, in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, to pursue opportunities abroad. The talented midfielder has caught the eye of Russian club, FC Ural, who have reportedly reached out to Rivers United regarding a potential transfer for the defensive midfielder. Okejepha's impressive performances during Rivers United's CAF Confederation Cup run this season have put him on the radar of several clubs. He has been a standout player for Rivers United in the NPFL, showcasing his skills consistently. Okejepha joined Rivers United from Kano Pillars at the start of the season and has made a significant impact on the team. In addition to FC Ural, other clubs such as Simba SC from Tanzania and Club Africain fr...
The Zamfara APC’s Stand on the Protest against Minister of State for Defense, Matawalle
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The Zamfara APC’s Stand on the Protest against Minister of State for Defense, Matawalle

The All Progressives Congress (APC) chapter in Zamfara State has expressed its disapproval of the protests targeting Minister of State for Defense, Bello Mohammed Matawalle. A group of demonstrators marched to the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja, urging an investigation into corruption allegations against the minister. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Zamfara State APC Publicity Secretary, Malam Yusuf Idris Gusau, the party labeled the protesters as a hired crowd. The statement refuted the accusations against Matawalle, asserting that if there was any truth to the claims, the EFCC would have already disclosed the details. The rented crowd, unaware of national laws and judicial processes as they pertain to anti-...
Osun State Amotekun Apprehends Alleged Fraudster
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Osun State Amotekun Apprehends Alleged Fraudster

An individual suspected of fraud, aged 51 and identified as Adegboroye Adetola Akinola, has been captured by the operatives of Osun State Amotekun. The Osun State Amotekun Corps Commander, retired Brigadier General Bashir Adewinmbi, disclosed this development on Sunday. General Adewinmbi also revealed that Akinola, a native of Igbara Odo in Ekiti State, was apprehended for allegedly deceiving nine individuals of the amount of N1,597,000 in the Oluyole area of Ibadan, Oyo State. He purported to be facilitating the registration of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and international passports. The Amotekun Intelligence Operatives swiftly took action to apprehend Akinola after one of the victims reported the incident to the Amotekun Ayedaade Command in Gbongan. During the investigati...
IPOB: EEDC Must Provide Reliable Electricity or Leave Southeast
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IPOB: EEDC Must Provide Reliable Electricity or Leave Southeast

In a statement issued by spokesperson Emma Powerful, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have demanded that the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) ensures consistent power supply in the Southeast or step aside for capable entities to take charge. The group has accused EEDC of deceitfully overcharging residents in the Southeast through unjustifiably high bills and an unreliable billing system. IPOB has threatened to take action against EEDC by shutting down its operations in the Southeast if the electricity situation in the region is not rectified promptly. Part of the statement reads: “In light of the persistent power shortages caused by Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) in the Southeast region, the global IPOB community under the leadership of Mazi Nnamdi...
Government Urged to Prioritize Local Drug Production on World Health Day
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Government Urged to Prioritize Local Drug Production on World Health Day

In a statement marking World Health Day, Prof. Martins Emeje, the Director-General of Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA), emphasized the importance of the federal government prioritizing local drug production. He urged President Bola Tinubu to address the reduction of foreign drug importation, highlighting the country's existing infrastructure and skilled workforce capable of manufacturing drugs domestically. Emeje criticized the longstanding strategy employed by Nigeria since colonial times, suggesting that a strategic shift is necessary to move the country forward. He emphasized that maintaining the status quo of pharmaceutical import dependence will not yield different results, stressing the need for increased investment in local drug development, research, an...
Importance of Corp Members’ Service Emphasized by Police Affairs Minister
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Importance of Corp Members’ Service Emphasized by Police Affairs Minister

Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, the Minister of Police Affairs, stressed the crucial role of youth corps members in ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of citizens. At a recent event in Abuja, where a report on the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) contribution to enhancing policing in Nigeria was presented, Gaidam acknowledged the dedication of corp members in serving and protecting the country with honor and integrity. Gaidam, in a statement by Bolaji Kazeem, the Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations in the ministry, highlighted that the NYSC book launch was a significant demonstration of Nigeria's unity, diversity, and strength. Encouraging the corp members, he reminded them that their actions, no matter how small, can bring about positive change and impact tho...
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Arrest of a Middle-aged Man for Extortion and Assassination Plot

An individual in his middle age was apprehended over the weekend by the Ondo State Police Command for falsely claiming to have carried out 500 assassinations. The man in question, known as Adesina Adetokunbo, was taken into custody following reports of threats issued against owners of pure water factories within the state. Ondo State's Commissioner of Police, Abayomi Oladipupo, disclosed that Adetokunbo had contacted a certain woman, alleging that three of her employees had hired him to take her life, and demanded payment to spare her. "On April 18, 2024, around 7:00 AM, a report was lodged with the police concerning threats to an individual's life and attempts at extortion. The victim narrated how she received a disturbing call from an unknown number, where the caller claimed t...
FRSC arrests driver for allegedly trying to hit operative
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FRSC arrests driver for allegedly trying to hit operative

FRSC apprehends a driver for allegedly attempting to harm an officer For reportedly trying to hit a Federal Road Safety Corps officer after being apprehended for flouting traffic regulations, the Edo State Command of the FRSC arrested a driver known as Lucky Omomeyen. According to reports by NewsNow, Paul Okpe, the State Sector Commander of the FRSC, revealed this information to journalists in Benin City. The incident occurred on April 19, 2024, and the driver was apprehended six days later for his actions. When signalled to stop by the patrol team, the driver, behind the wheels of a Toyota Camry, instead made a dangerous maneuver towards the officer. To avoid being hit by the vehicle, the officer had to leap and cling onto the Toyota Camry. Detailing the situation, Okpe men...