BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints Olayemi Cardoso New CBN Governor, Four Others(Details)
Eaglessightnews reports that President Bola Tinubu has endorsed the nomination of Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso to serve as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
According to a report sighted from the thewillnews, a statement issued on Friday by Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, said the directive is in conformity with Section 8 (1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, which vests in the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the authority to appoint the Governor and Four (4) Deputy Governors for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), subject to confirmation by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Furthermore, President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of four new Deputy Governors of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), for a term of five (5) years at the first instance, pending their confirmation by the Nigerian Senate, as listed below:
(1) Mrs. Emem Nnana Usoro
(2) Mr. Muhammad Sani Abdullahi Dattijo
(3) Mr. Philip Ikeazor
(4) Dr. Bala M. Bello
“In line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, the President expects the above listed nominees to successfully implement critical reforms at the Central Bank of Nigeria, which will enhance the confidence of Nigerians and international partners in the restructuring of the Nigerian economy toward sustainable growth and prosperity for all”, the statement added.
VIDEO:How My Husband Advises To Get A Man To Satisfy Me Because…-Explainer
An explainer identified as Susan, a mother of two from Muranga has narrated how her husband asked her to look for a man to satisfy her needs Eaglessightnews.com.ng has gathered.
Susan said that her husband was addicted to masturbation.
According to Susan, mother of two, she met her husband in a church during youth service from different churches and they became friends and later lovers and they did a wedding.They were later blessed with a kid.
She says that she got married with one kid and the in laws didn’t want their son to marry a women who was not his tribe.She says that she started noticing her husband was behaving differently when he started watching pornographic videos in her presence.
She says that it reach a point where her husband was not interested in her and when she used to ask him what was wrong he would do it infront of her and ask her to go get a man who can satisfy her needs since she was still beautiful.
Susan says that her marriage ended after her husband told her he wanted to leave her and marry another woman from their tribe, After she called the in law to inform them they already knew and they supported their son.
She says that her husband packed his clothes and left a note for her while she was at work, She says that it’s has been almost two years now and she has never or heard from him.She has been doing manual work to feed and educate her kids.
Osun: Two Gunned Down As Suspected Rival Cult Groups Clash In Ilesa
Two suspected cultists have been gunned down in a clash by members of a suspected rival gang in Osun State.
According to Daily Post , the incident occurred in Ilesa town on Sunday evening.
According to information, the rival gang members stormed the beer parlour at Onimo junction, where the victims, identified as Machine and SK, were drinking.
Moroccan media reported it was the most powerful quake to ever hit the country.
A powerful earthquake that shook Morocco killed more than 600 people, officials said Saturday, sending terrified residents fleeing their homes in the middle of the night.
The 6.8-magnitude quake struck a mountainous area 72 kilometres (45 miles) southwest of tourist hotspot Marrakesh at 11:11 pm (2211 GMT) Friday, the US Geological Survey reported.
Strong tremors were also felt in the coastal cities of Rabat, Casablanca and Essaouira.
Moroccan media reported it was the most powerful quake to ever hit the country.
“We felt a very violent tremor, and I realised it was an earthquake,” Abdelhak El Amrani, 33, told AFP by telephone from Marrakesh.
“I could see buildings moving,” said Amrani who went outside, joining many other people, “all in shock and panic. The children were crying and the parents were distraught.”
“The power went out for 10 minutes, and so did the (telephone) network, but then it came back on,” he added. “Everyone decided to stay outside.”
Updated interior ministry figures on Saturday showed the quake killed 632 people, more than half of them in Al-Haouz and Taroudant provinces. The ministry also recorded deaths in Ouarzazate, Chichaoua, Azilal and Youssoufia provinces, as well as in Marrakesh, Agadir, and the Casablanca area.
Another 329 people were injured, including 51 in critical condition, the ministry said.
Unbearable’ screams
Faisal Baddour, an engineer, said he felt the earthquake three times in his building.
“There are families who are still sleeping outside because we were so scared of the force of this earthquake,” he said. “It was as if a train was passing close to our houses.”
Frenchman Michael Bizet, 43, who owns three traditional riad houses in Marrakesh’s old town, told AFP that he was in bed when the quake struck.
“I thought my bed was going to fly away. I went out into the street half-naked and immediately went to see my riads. It was chaos, a real catastrophe, madness,” he said.
Bizet shared a video of piles of rubble from collapsed walls in the streets.
Copacapana Club Reacts As Nursing Graduate Found Dead In Ibadan, Body Parts Missing (Photo)
The residents of some parts in Ibadan Oyo State capital were in shock in son Friday after the body of a young nurse was found without a womb after she allegedly went for a night outing. Eaglessightnews has gathered
The nurse Omoniyi Boluwatife as identified, was discovered dead and her body has been evacuated by the police.
According to several reports, particularly a report sighted by our medium from Punch , Boluwatife, a female graduate of Lead City University, was on Tuesday inducted into the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.
Sources reportedly disclosed that Boluwatife had gone to celebrate her recent induction into the nursing profession at a nightclub on Tuesday night before she was later found dead.
In a viral video, the remains of Boluwatife were seen on the floor.
A source who confided in newsmen hinted that earlier to the night the incident happened, Boluwatife accompanied her mother to the motor park after she travelled from Port Harcourt to join her in the celebration.
The source added, “Boluwatife was a member of my church. In fact, she gave testimony about her graduation last week Sunday after she cleared the carry-over course delaying her graduation. She was a gentle person, and to hear the news of her death broke me.”
Copacapana Denies Dead Incident In Premises
Reacting to the news of her death, the club where she reportedly went, Copacapana, denied that the incident happened within its premises, adding that its management would not take responsibility for incidents that occur outside its premises.
In a press statement on Friday, it said, “It saddens our heart to hear about the tragic event that happened to some customers after leaving our facility. However, as a nightclub, we cannot take responsibility for incidents that occur outside our premises, although our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families.
Meanwhile, efforts to reach the Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Adewale Osifeso, proved abortive as calls and messages to his mobile telephone were neither answered nor replied as of press time.
City Round gathered that the incident caused some apprehension among the people of the state and beyond, as many wondered what could have happened to the deceased. Some others mourned her passing as they lamented that the incident simply brought her efforts to an abrupt end.
Lady killed, womb removed after nightclub outing in Ibadan
JUST IN:Panic As Helicopter Crashes In Lagos-(See Photos)
JUST IN:Panic As Helicopter Crashes In Lagos-(See Photos)
Eaglesightnews has gathered that a yet-to-be-identified helicopter has crashed in the Ikeja area of Lagos State, causing panic among residents of the area.
The crash according to fij.ng took place close to an AP fuel station. Other landmarks close to the scene of the crash are branches of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Zenith Bank in Oba Akran, Ikeja.
Emergency rescuers have been drafted to the area. Four persons, including the pilot, were aboard the crashed helicopter.
According to Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu, Lagos Emergency Management Agency spokesperson, all the four persons were rescued alive and conveyed to a hospital for immediate care.
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Kanu Returns To DSS Custody After Medical Check-Up
Kanu Returns To DSS Custody After Medical Check-Up . The leader of the separatist Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, was on Sunday returned to the custody of the Department of State Services after being released on Saturday to be attended by his personal physician.
The Federal High Court in Abuja had on July 20 ordered the DSS to grant Kanu access to his personal physicians, dismissing the DSS objection to the prayer.
According to IPOB, Kanu is suspected to be suffering from an ear infection and needs surgery.
Counsel for the IPOB leader, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, told our correspondent in a phone conversation on Sunday that Kanu, who has been in detention since 2021, had access to his personal physicians and had been taken back into custody.
Ejiofor said, “He has been attended to, and after preliminary examinations, he was taken back.”
The lawyer, however, declined further comments on his health conditions, among others.
Ejiofor had tweeted on Saturday that Kanu met with his personal doctors in a hospital in Abuja outside the facility of the DSS.
Ejiofor, who said he witnessed the medical examination, described it as seamless and productive.
He said, “Sequel to our avowed assurance to always keep Ezigbo UmuChineke abreast of pertinent happenings, especially with Onyendu’s health status, welfare, and update on his legal matters, we are pleased to inform you that Onyendu Mazi Nnamdi Kanu met with his choice personal physician yesterday in a hospital in Abuja, outside the facility of the State Security Service.
“As part of the protocol, I witnessed the consultation. The medical examination was seamless and productive, and he will be progressing to the next stage soon.”
Imo: One suspected robber killed, two arrested in gun duel with police
One Suspected Robber killed, Two Other Arrested In Gun Combat With Police
One suspected armed robber has been shot dead during a gun combat with the police in Imo State Eaglessightnews has gathered.
The accused who was said to be a member of a dreaded armed robbery gang on Saturday met his Waterloo during a shoot-out with police operatives in Owerri, the capital of Imo State.
Report gathered revealed that the gunmen attacked a popular jewellery shop, Goldwise Jewellery Shop, at Ikenegbu Layout near Kilimanjaro Ekwema Crescent Owerri, around noon.
According to a report sighted from Daily Post, an eyewitness said the criminal gang of seven, who came in a white Toyota Hilux, encountered the operatives of the police command who had cordoned the area after shooting the driver.
He further said two suspects were arrested and recovered ammunition during the operation.
The Imo State Public Relations Officer (PPRO) Henry Okoye confirmed the death of the suspects while parading the two suspects out of a seven-member gang.
The police spokesman further said, “At the point of arrest, one AK-47 rifle, two magazines, two live ammunition, one military camouflage, and some other military accouterments were recovered from them”.
He said a 27-year-old man, Gaura Peter, from Koji State, and Joshuah Promise, a 25-year-old from Delta State, were arrested and are in the command’s custody.
In his narration, he claimed to have made withdrawals from the account five times to purchase an item to the tune of N35,000.
He said the POS machine he used was compromised which was the reason he easily carried out the fraud without the use of a Personal Identification Number.
His words: “I mistakenly used the customer’s card to buy things from a company. I thought it was my card.
“The manager later found the card with me and I was sacked immediately.
“They asked me how I knew the customer’s PIN, I said I used my PIN. They brought other POS and a policeman also tried his ATM card. The transaction was successful.
How 19-Year-Old-Woman Steals Newborn Baby In Bauchi
A 19-year-old woman of Ishehi Hamlet in Misau Local Government Area of Bauchi State has been arrested by the police for allegedly stealing a newborn baby.
The suspect, Hajara Usman, was said to have stolen the infant after conspiring with an 18-year-old man, Ibrahim Usman, of Dugurgama Hamlet.
The Bauchi State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ahmed Wakil, stated this in a statement made available to journalists in the state on Thursday.
He said that a resident of the Galawa Area of Akuyam District in the Misau LGA reported the incident at Akuyam Police Outstation that his daughter’s newborn baby was stolen at about 4: 30 am.
Wakil said, “On July 25th, 2023 at about 7: 00 am, one Adamu Baka (55) of Galawa area Akuyam district of Misau local government area, reported at Akuyam outstation that at about 4. 30am, unknown persons intruded into his daughter’s apartment who recently gave birth and carted away with the newly born baby.
He is that investigation is still ongoing to unravel the hidden motives behind the nascent adding that the suspects would be profiled and charged to court for the established offences at the end of the investigation.
Meanwhile, Wakil further said that the command’s detectives recovered a sack containing an AK-47 rifle with six rounds of live ammunition with was abandoned by an unknown person after sighting security agencies.
“On July 23rd, 2023 at about 21. 30pm, the Command’s detectives attached to Tulu Divisional Police Headquarters acted on credible intelligence from the village head of Sabon Garin Tulu that a suspected unknown person was sighted around the area.
“A team of detectives moved to the scene but the suspected person, on sighting the Policemen took to his heels to an unknown destination.
“He abandoned his sack containing one AK-47 riffle alongside one magazine with six (6) rounds of live ammunition recovered.
“Investigation has been ignited and collaborative efforts are being intensified to arrest the fleeing suspect,” he stated.
According to him, the commissioner of police tasked all the Command’s operatives to “consolidate maximally on intelligence gathering which is the crux and fulcrum of modern policing.”
He said that the CP equally stressed the important roles of community engagement and traditional intelligence gathering with a charge to all officers to employ such machinery in their daily police duties.
How 19-Year-Old-Lady Steals Newborn Baby in Bauchi
PHOTOS: Cute Abiola To Be Prosecuted For Wearing Police Uniform In Skit — FPRO
The Nigeria Police Force has said it would punish skitmaker Abdulgafar Ahmad aka Cute Abiola for wearing a police uniform in his skits and for desecrating the Nigeria Police Force uniform in the process.
This was made known in a statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, and shared on Thursday.
Adejobi said, “In as much as the law grants Nigerians the right to enjoy their fundamental human rights, the same law prohibits an individual, under whatever guise, from rubbishing the police institution or grossly violating its provisions with regards to the use of uniforms.
“We, therefore, vehemently condemn the contemptuous act displayed by comedian Abdulgafar Abiola, popularly known as “Cute Abiola,” in two recent skits posted on his social media handles on 20th and 24th July 2023. The skits in question show a highly disrespectful and derogatory portrayal of the police uniform, an action that is in direct violation of Section 251 of the Criminal Code and Section 133 of the Penal Code Law. Such acts are not only offensive but also undermine the integrity and dignity of the men and women who wear the uniform in service to the nation.
“Abdulgafar Abiola will be investigated and possibly prosecuted for his deliberate acts as the NPF had already warned skit makers and filmmakers to desist from desecrating their uniform or accoutrements. The Force is committed to upholding the sanctity of the uniform and will pursue due legal process to ensure accountability for any individual or entity that seeks to bring disrepute to the uniform or the institution it represents. We call on all members of the public, including media personalities, to exercise their freedom of expression responsibly and avoid engaging in actions that could erode public trust in our revered law enforcement institutions.”
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Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have allegedly shot dead two persons including one Gafar Yusuf, in the Idioro area of Mushin, Lagos State.
Hulabaloo As NDLEA Reportedly Kill Two Residents During Lagos Raid
It was gathered that the NDLEA operatives stormed the community around 10pm on Wednesday to raid a drug den when they started shooting sporadically in a bid to achieve their aim.
While engaging in the act, it was learnt that stray bullets from the operatives, shooting sporadically to scare hoodlums attempting to scuttle their plan in the community, killed the victims.
A resident, who gave his name simply as Olasunkanmi, while lamenting over the development, questioned the operatives for shooting sporadically in a residential area, adding that the bullets hit Yusuf’s head and the yet-to-be-identified victim’s chest.
He noted that the victims died on the spot, adding that people in the community had been enraged by the development.
Olasunkanmi said, “We are not saying the NDLEA should not do their job, but why will its operatives be shooting anyhow in a residential area? The NDLEA operatives invaded a drug den in the community around 10pm and started seizing illicit drugs which is OK.
“The operatives were about 50 in number and most of them were armed. While some wore the official uniform, others were dressed in casual wear. The people dealing in the drug business were enraged by the raid and started threatening to make trouble.
“But the NDLEA operatives started shooting to have their way and stray bullets hit two young boys in the head and chest. Both of them died on the spot. The name of one of the victims is Gafar Yusuf. After killing them, the NDLEA operatives attempted to take their corpses away but people in the area resisted.”
Another resident, who gave his name simply as Lukmon, said Yusuf’s mother, Olaide, who had been inconsolable since the shocking events that claimed her son’s life, informed him about the incident.
He said, “We are tired of the NDLEA’s issue in our neighbourhood. Why will they be shooting carelessly in a residential neighbourhood? If they want to work, it is expected that they would have a target and they should have a plan for how they will arrest the target instead of shooting carelessly to the point of killing two innocent persons.
“It is uncalled for; they suddenly stormed the area with guns and started shooting. Gafar Yusuf, 22, was killed on Imoru Street. We are already making arrangements to bury his corpse. We heard three people were killed during the raid but what I can confirm to you for now is the death of two persons.
“Yusuf’s mother called me yesterday that a bullet had hit him and that he was running errands when he got struck down by the bullets fired by the NDLEA operatives.”
Video clips in possession of our correspondent showed people running helter-skelter during the raid that created tension in the community.
In one of the video clips, our correspondent observed residents in the area shedding tears as they surrounded the corpses of the victims that lay motionless on the road.
Blood stains gushing out of the corpses were visible on the road as people expressed anger over the tragedy.
When contacted, the spokesperson for the NDLEA, Femi Babafemi, did not take his calls and had yet to reply to a text message sent to his mobile number as of the time this report was filed.
EFCC, Police launch manhunt for Paul Demudia Eigbefoh over N67.5m fraud
EFCC, Police Launch Manhunt For Paul Demudia Eigbefoh Over N67.5m Fraud
A suspected fraudster trading under the business name “Capital Plus Investment Services Ltd”, owned by Paul Demudia Eigbefoh is on the run after allegedly defrauding a leading oil and gas company in the country to the tune of N67.5million last week.
The affected firm has petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for recovery of N67.5 million alleged to have been fraudulently obtained by the fleeing Paul Demudia Eigbefoh, also known as Paul Smith.
The firm in a petition dated July 24 2023 by its counsel, Bala Omar Yakubu and Co, and addressed to the EFCC Lagos Command, alleged that Paul Demudia Eigbefoh and Capital Plus Investment Services Limited, obtained the sum of N67.5 million, under false pretence.
It disclosed that Paul Demudia Eigbefoh who held himself out as the alter-ego of Capital Plus approached the conglomerate to offer it financial services to augment its working capital.
The petition read in part, “Our company which deals in petroleum down section of the economy and has retail outlets in some Southwest States and the Federal Capital Territory.
The firm had applied for a loan facility but was asked to pay N67.5million to enjoy the facility. No sooner had the said money paid to the suspected fraudster, Paul Demudia Eigbefoh that he bolted away from his known office and house addresses and also switched-off his phone since last week.
“As part of the condition for the said disbursement, the said Paul Demudia Eigbefoh insisted that the company make an equity contribution to the sum of N60,000,000 million, notwithstanding that he had asked for an initial collateral of our client’s movable assets.”
It added that the persistence of Paul Demudia Eigbefoh that the equity contribution be paid in order to facilitate the said disbursement led to the payment of the amount, noting that it paid the sum of N7,500,000 on July 14, 2023 as processing fee charges and N60 million as equity contribution into the company’s account.
It stated further that the money were paid into Fidelity Bank Plc account number 5600141150 belonging to Capital Plus Investment Services Limited, alleging that shortly after the last tranche of N60 million was received by Capital Plus Investment Services Limited, it shut down all means of communications with it.
It similarly disclosed that its officials had to visit the company’s address at Block 69, Kusenla Road, Ikate Lekki in Lagos State but found the place deserted, stating that on detecting this it notified its bankers, who in turn got in touch with the recipient beneficiary bank, Fidelity Bank Plc to notify it of the said fraud.
“It was discovered by Fidelity Bank that as soon as the said sum was received, the said company moved it in tranches to other beneficiaries of the said fraud in other Banks.
The company has therefore urged the EFCC commander to help use his good office in treating the case as a matter of urgency.
All efforts by reporters to reach Paul Demudia Eigbefoh through his house and office addresses were futile, just as his widely known phone contact 08060510537 was switched-off, since Friday.
ANAMBRA:How Six Boys Gang-Rape Girl, Victim’s Mother Decries Missing Pants(Photo)
Six suspects identified as Afam Ezenwa, Chijioke Ifeanyi, Collins Obadom, Abuchi Okechukwu, Chima Obiekezie and Sunday Okafor have been arrested for allegedly gang-raping a 19-year-old girl in Anam, Anambra West Local Government Area of Anambra State.
The suspects, aged 16, 17, 18, 20, and 27, respectively, were said to have carried out the act after ambushing and forcing the victim into a room, where they took turns to defile her.
Narrating her ordeal, the teenager (name withheld), said the incident happened when she visited her maternal home in Oramaetiti and got ambushed by the boys.
She explained that despite her plea, they did not stop while one of them filmed the act.
She also stated that after she was rescued by some neighbours who heard her cry for help, she left for her house.
However, she was reportedly accosted on her way home by another set of boys, who harassed and ordered her to pull down her pants while threatening to kill her.
She revealed that a good Samaritan took her to her parents after the boys fled with her pants.
Her mother said she was the third victim of the hoodlums, adding that they were known for raping girls and collecting their pants for ritual purposes.
She, therefore, urged the state government not to take the case lightly as her daughter’s life was at risk, especially as the pants had not been retrieved.
Confirming the incident to journalists in Awka on Saturday, the state Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, Ify Obinabo, said the suspects had been arrested and transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Awka, where they would be charged.
Obinabo noted that the arrest was carried out following a viral video on social media showing the gangrape of the teenager.
She said, “The high rate of crime among delinquents in Anambra is alarming. Parents and guardians should stop sparing the rod, thereby spoiling the child.”
Our intention is to kill Apostle Suleman Suleman During attack
One of the suspects of the attack on Popular Christian cleric , Apostle Johnson Suleman has revealed that their intention is to kill the man of God last year.
Eagle’s Sight News recall that Apostle Suleman was attached last year October 2022 resulting into the lost of one police man and some others people feared dead.
In a recent update sighted from punch, the Police authorities, on Thursday, in Abuja paraded no fewer than 20 suspects arrested for offences including conspiracy, attempted murder, murder, kidnapping, armed robbery and possession of illicit drugs among others.
32-year-old Yusuf Isah one of the suspects who was arrested in connection with the October 2022 attack on the General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries Worldwide, Apostle Johnson Suleman unveiled that there main target is meant to assassinate Apostle Suleman.
According to the suspect, in an interview with journalists, he admitted that the attack on the cleric was meant to assassinate him.
Gunmen attacked the convoy of the cleric along the Benin-Auchi Road in Edo State and killed six persons, including three policemen.
Addressing journalists while parading the suspect and others in Abuja, the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, said operatives of the Intelligence Rapid Team arrested Isah following an intensive investigation.
Isah told journalists that he and his gang members trailed the pastor to the point where he was attacked with five AK 47 riffles.
He said, “The attack on him (Suleman) was to assassinate him. I was not part of the discussion; Ilayasu and Labisca were the ones involved in the discussion.
“We attacked him with five AK 47 rifles. Labisca trailed him from where he was coming from to the point where we attacked him.”
The police spokesman confirmed that five AK 47 riffles, two K2 rifles and 180 live ammunition were recovered from the suspect.
“Following an intensive investigation into the fatal attack on the convoy of Apostle Johnson Suleman along Benin-Auchi Road wherein six people, including three police personnel, were gruesomely murdered, operatives of FIB-IRT on the trail of the assailants apprehended one Yusuf Isah, a native of Okene, Kogi State and a plumber, at Agbaraoluwa Phase 2 Ijoka, Akure, Ondo State and recovered five AK 47 rifles, two K2 assault rifles, 180 live ammunition and four suspected IEDs found in his apartment,” Adejobi said.
The FPRO said some of the rifles found with the suspect were snatched from the three policemen killed during the attack.
He said the suspect confessed that the gang abducted an oil magnate and a businessman for whom N70m and N2m were respectively paid for their freedom.
Adejobi added, “The suspect confessed that he joined the vicious gang in 2021 after he was freed from Olokuta Correctional Centre where he was on remand since 2019 for alleged involvement in armed robbery.
“The group specialises in kidnapping for ransom and has carried out about four kidnapping operations between 2021 and 2023, including the attack on the convoy of the cleric before the gang was eventually busted by the police.
“The suspect confessed that the gang was responsible for the kidnap of a popular oil dealer at Jetu, Auchi in 2022, where they obtained a ransom of about N70m before his release. The gang equally carried out the kidnapping of a businessman along the Benin-Agbor Expressway in 2022 and collected N20m as ransom from the victim’s family.”
He, however, said two members of the seven-man gang were gunned down in separate encounters with the police, adding that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other suspects who are still at large.
Also paraded were Emu Chidiebere, 34, Samuel Balogun, 22, Babatunde Femi, 30, and Nneka Opara, 32, who were arrested for kidnapping.
Chidiebere, the principal suspect, was said to have lured a Swiss national to Nigeria, posing as an agent who facilitated Gold transactions.
“The suspects held the victim hostage in the apartment from May 30, 2023, to June 2, 2023.
“The suspects took pictures of the victim and forwarded the pictures and threatening messages to the girlfriend of the victim in Zurich, who eventually sent them $2000 via Western Union on June 1, 2023. Upon receipt of the report, operatives of FIB-IRT were deployed on the case and they successfully apprehended the suspects,” Adejobi added.
He added that the force, in the last two months, arrested 548 armed robbery suspects, 242 kidnapping suspects, 365 murder/homicide suspects and about 237 suspects for rape/defilement.
How Couple Sells One-Month-Old Baby For 1.7m To Buy Hard Drugs
How Couple Sells One-Month-Old Baby For 1.7m To Buy Hard Drugs
The Edo State Taskforce against Human Trafficking has apprehended a 48-year-old man, Anthony Igbinogun, and his girlfriend, Joy Umukoro, 28, for allegedly selling their two-month-old baby to fund their drug addiction.
The suspects were arrested with their friend, 26-year-old Precious James, who linked them up to the baby’s buyer in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
Briefing journalists in Benin City, the Head of the Investigative Unit of the Edo State Taskforce against Human Trafficking, Abigail Ihonre, said the baby was sold for N1.7m, adding that investigation was ongoing to rescue the child and apprehend the buyer.
Ihonre said, “Our investigations revealed that Joy Umukoro, the mother of the baby, delivered the baby in April 2023, and conspired with her boyfriend to sell their baby for N1.7m. She has confessed to the crime.
“Investigation into the case continues as we intensify efforts to locate the buyer and the baby as the matter will be charged to court latest on Monday, June 26, 2023, so that everyone culpable is made to face the wrath of the law for their criminal activities.
“The suspects said they carried out the dastardly act because they couldn’t take care of the baby. These people are alleged drug addicts and when it was clear that they couldn’t take care of the baby, they decided to sell him.
Thirty-one-year-old Laura Ilg was still conscious when officers with the Norwalk Police Department responded to her 911 call on Friday afternoon (19 June). After law enforcement broke inside the property, Ilg told officers that her two-year-old son had managed to get ahold of a gun in the house and accidentally opened fire on her.
The mother-of-two was in a second-floor bedroom. She was reportedly in shock but remained calm when she recounted the tragedy to police, Cleveland 19 reported.
Ilg, who was 33 weeks pregnant, was rushed to the Fisher-Titus Medical Center, where doctors performed an emergency C-section. However, both Ilg and her newborn baby died as a result of the injuries they sustained during the shooting, Police Chief Dave Smith said during a press conference on Tuesday.
Mr Smith said that a SIG Sauer micro 9 mm handgun was recovered from the scene. Authorities concluded that the home did have several safety features installed to keep the child from gaining access to the gun, including baby gates and a bedroom lock, Mr Smith said.
However, on the day of the shooting, the bedroom door was accidentally left open. The gun was on a nightstand inside, police said.
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The convoy of the former governor was attacked at the Ihube community on the Okigwe- Enugu expressway.
The Ihube axis of the expressway had been under siege by terrorists who had been killing and kidnapping people and travelers for ransom
The houses of several politicians in the community had been raided in the past. These had made many locals abandon their homes and run to the state capital, Owerri, and other places for safety.
Confirming the killing of the police officer and the assassination attempt on him, Okorocha said that he was sad that his convoy could be attacked.
Okorocha who ruled the state between 2011 and 2019 said that the cop killed was one of the policemen deployed from the state Government House to take him to the burial ceremony of the mother of the immediate past governor of Imo state Emeka Ihedioha.
Okorocha said this on Sunday at Amaimo in the Ikeduru Local Government Area of the state. This is during the birthday anniversary celebration of the Peoples Democratic Party candidate for the November 11 governorship election in Imo state, Samuel Anyanwu. Okorocha said that the killing of the cop was on “unfortunate.”
Father of four dies, married lover in coma after sex romp in Imo
A father of four children, Chikwado Obiyor, has been reported dead after a sex romp with his married lover, simply identified as Chidinma.
Obiyor died after the sex romp, while his lover, who is married to another man, fell into a coma.
The incident happened on Tuesday resulted in Chidinma being rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention, where she is yet to regain consciousness.
The two lovers were said to have gone to a guest house in the commercial area of Mbieri community in Owerri where the man slumped and died immediately after they left the guest house.
TRIBUNE, in a report, said the duo were in an amorous relationship, adding that the woman is still living with her husband at Umuchoke Obazu with two children.
A leader of the community, Nokey Ebikam, condemned the development but advised married women to be very careful.
He said: “Be careful, married women. It happened in Mbieri just yesterday.”
The Spokesperson of Imo State Police Command, Owerri, Henry Okoye, when contacted, said that he had not been briefed on the incident.
Father of four dies, married lover in coma after sex romp
JUST-IN: Four Dead, Many Injured In Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Accident
A white 18-seater Hummer Toyota bus with the license plate JJJ 941 XA (Lagos) on Saturday overturned along the Ibadan/Oyo expressway, resulting in the loss of at least four lives and leaving several others injured.
According to reports, a combination of excessive speed and overloading caused the accident.
While a total of twenty individuals were involved in the mishap, medical professionals at the State Hospital in Oyo were only able to confirm the fatalities of four victims.
The deceased individuals have been transferred to the mortuary.
According to DCC Bayode Olugbesan, the Atiba Unit Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), “All the victims are male and their destination is North, the cause of the crash was overspeeding and overloading, the bus was supposed to carry 14 passengers but was loaded with 20 passengers.”
In light of this incident, DCC Bayode Olugbesan appealed to all motorists to exercise caution while driving, urging them to avoid overspeeding, overloading their vehicles, and travelling at night.
A source within the hospital, who preferred to remain anonymous, disclosed that a total of fifteen victims were brought in for medical attention.
TREASURE SALAKO: Probe Begins As Another OAU Student Found Dead In An Uncompleted Building (See Photo)
The Osun State Police Command, on Thursday, said an investigation had commenced to unravel the circumstances surrounding the death of an undergraduate of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Treasure Salako.
According to recent update gathered from Punch, Salako’s family, friends and colleagues had been grieving after her remains were found in an uncompleted building around the Akarabata community, in the Ile-Ife area of the state.
It was learnt that beside Salako’s corpse, her bag and a bottle of insecticide were found beside her, arousing suspicion that she died by suicide.
Speaking on the incident, a former executive member of the Students’ Union, who was at the scene on Wednesday but spoke on condition of anonymity for fear of victimisation, said there were indications that Salako was depressed, adding that he was informed that the undergraduate had attempted suicide five times.
A man popularly known and identified as Oluwafemi Damilola, has been dragged before a Chief Magistrate Court in Ondo town, Ondo State, by four women for allegedly defrauding them of a sum of N45,000.
The sex workers alleged that the 25-year-old defendant had sex with them and paid them with a fake alert for their ‘service’.
The defendant was thereafter arrested by the men of the state police command.
The complainants are Glory David, Akere Bright, Valria Isaac and Ngozi Okoro.
Afrimax English covered the story of Agnes Nespondi’s life, which was shared on their YouTube and Instagram pages. It was reported that her first child was born blind, and subsequently, the 10 other children were also born with the same condition.
She revealed that after giving birth to her first two children, she continued hoping to give birth to a child who can see that will eventually help her take care of the other children. Agnes’ children are all grown up except for the last two, who are still kids.
In a touching video, she showed how she cares for all her children who cannot help themselves without her assistance. The woman further lamented that she feels like the unluckiest mother on Earth due to her ordeal.
Tears,reactions trail video of woman with 11 blind children
Subhanallah said: “May Allah remove any burden that will be heavier than what we can carry. Ameen.” Olaephraim wrote: “This is redemption of karma, she must have done something wrong in her previous earth lives, this experience was given to her to redeem her past guilt that she must have done out of ignorance or intentionally. Galatians 6v7 .
This explains why we must all think good thoughts, good words and actions no matter what because in all these, we are sowing and must reap in multiple folds. We must learn to forgive, be kind to man and lower animals. We must keep the hearth of our thoughts pure al-ways. May we all receive help and guidance in various times of need.” Adusky1 said: “Underlying medical condition that needs to be investigated.” Realhabibaibrahim commented:
“Ya Allah, forgive us when we don’t thank you enough, forgive us when we doubt your love. May Allah have mercy on us all.” Ademigunle said: “Dear God forgive me for my ignorance and inadequacy when I complain about my children attitudes and behaviour which I am sure that they’re getting better on everyday.” Dr._kn added: “Someone must have cursed her. Remember the movie “alani pamileku” was a true life story.” Iam_sabsab added: “Who realise that the children are all males, omg this is so sad plus who will help when she is gone.
Zeextwax remarked: “This is pure demonic afflictions.” Watch the video below:
The Nigerian Labour Congres, on Monday night, confirmed that it will no longer proceed with its nationwide strike planned for Wednesday.
The resolution was announced by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila and confirmed by the President of the Nigerian Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, after a nearly six-hour meeting between the Federal Government and the organised labour at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Ondo State Government has urged the public to disregard the viral rumours over the purported death of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. Eaglessightnews has gathered.
The Commissioner for Information, Bamidele Ademola-Olateju, however clarified the report in a statement. Banidele said that the governor is alive and has been attending to state matters while also delegating state functions.
48 hours ago rumour of the demise of the governor had taken over the social media space.The situation has created apprehension in the state.
The statement reads:
“We have been inundated with calls and messages concerning the state of health of the Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON. We had chosen to ignore this wicked fabrication until it appeared that certain people sought to draw political mileage from the disinformation.
“Though the Governor has been indisposed, he has been attending to state matters and delegating functions to functionaries of the government when necessary.
“We enjoin the members of the public to ignore the rumour. Aketi is very much alive.”
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Akeredolu Has Been Indisposed But Not Dead – Ondo Govt Clarifies[Photo]
“It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of High Chief Raymond Aleogho Anthony Dokpesi (Ezomo of Weppa-Wanno Kingdom) who passed away on May 29th, 2023. High Chief Dokpesi was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
The Dokpesi family is grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. We ask that you keep us in your thoughts and prayers as we mourn the loss of our patriarch. We also ask for privacy during this time as we grieve together as a family.
High Chief Dokpesi was a respected and accomplished businessman, a pioneer in the media industry, and a philanthropist who dedicated his life to the service of his country and his community. His legacy will live on through the impact he made on the lives of many.
The family will release further details on the funeral arrangements in due course.
BREAKING: Queues Resurface As Tinubu Announces Fuel Subsidy Removal
BREAKING: Queues Resurface As Tinubu Announces Fuel Subsidy Removal
Petrol stations in Lagos started witnessing queues few hours after President Bola Tinubu announced that “fuel subsidy is gone”. Daily Trust observed that NNPC stations…
Petrol stations in Lagos has started witnessing queues few hours after President Bola Tinubu announced that “fuel subsidy is gone”. Eagle’s Sight News has gathered
“We commend the decision of the outgoing administration in phasing out the petrol subsidy regime which has increasingly favoured the rich more than the poor. Subsidy can no longer justify its ever-increasing costs in the wake of drying resources. We shall instead re-channel the funds into better investment in public infrastructure, education, health care and jobs that will materially improve the lives of millions,” he said.
He said he would also review complaints on multiple taxation so as to boost the economy and attract investors.
UPDATED:Police Wade In As Yoruba Nation Agitators Hijack Popular FRCN Radio Station in Ibadan[Read Full News]UPDATED:Police Wade In As Yoruba Nation Agitators Hijack Popular FRCN Radio Station in Ibadan[Read Full News]
Nothing less than five suspected Oodua Nation agitators have been arrested for their alleged involvement in an attack on Radio Nigeria, Amuludun FM, Moniya, Ibadan, Oyo State, on Sunday. Eaglessightnews has gathered
According to an updated update, a group of alleged Oodua Nation agitators in the early hours of Sunday hijacked the FM radio station.
The alleged agitators took over the live studio and entire premises of the station and started broadcasting.
Among their claims included, “Oodua Nation has come to stay”, “Yoruba No More Under Federal Republic of Nigeria”, “United Nation Will Soon Declare Oodua Nation”, among other
seditious statements.
They broadcasted for about an hour before the arrival of combined teams of the Police and Nigerian Army.
Meanwhile, the security team was able to recover the radio station after five persons were arrested and taken to the Eleyele headquarters of the Nigeria Police Force, Oyo State Command, for interrogation.
Some staff of the radio station, who confirmed the development, said the incident happened at about 6am on Sunday.
Amuludun FM is a community radio station owned by the FRCN.
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A staff of the station disclosed that the suspects invaded the station with various forms of charms.
According to him, “They woke our staff, who were sleeping. Some of our staff have fled. We are yet to see some of our staff. But the security personnel are on ground now,” he said.
Another source said the station had gone off the air after the attack.
The General Manager of the station, Mr. Stephen Agbaje, also confirmed the incident. He stressed that the situation had been brought under control by the security agencies.
“Some group of agitators came around in the night, and took over the station, but the situation has been brought under control by the security agents. They were able to recover the station, and some arrests have been made,” he stated.
“I’m coming back home intact” – 20-year-old female corps member celebrates as she completes program a virgin
Justina Dauda, a 20-year-old participant in the National Youth Service Corps recently commemorated the culmination of her one-year mandatory service.
In her celebratory post on Facebook, she proudly praised her ability to remain a virgin . This is throughout her service period and return home in the same virtuous state.
Justina Dauda expressed her self-laudation by sharing a series of photographs showcasing herself wearing a specially designed shirt .These dresses boldly declared her status as a “virgin corper.” Alongside these images, she accompanied her post with a message of self-commendation.
In her words:
“Diary of the virgin corper 2023. I came, I saw and I’m coming back home intact. Those who mocked me gave me the strength to come back home intact. The 20-year- old corper is here to say thank you Lord,” she wrote in a Facebook post on Thursday, May 25, 2023.
“Dedicating this special day to Taraba state University department of political science and international relations class of 2021. I pray for more virgin corpers from Taraba state University.”
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“I’m coming back home intact” – 20-year-old female corps member celebrates as she completes program a virgin
Breaking:Detained Afrobeat Musician,Seun Kuti Finally Released On Bail[Watch Video]
Breaking: Seun Kuti Finally Release On Bail[Watch Video]Detained Afrobeat Musician,Seun Kuti has been released from police custody after meeting bail conditions on Tuesday.
Kuti has been detained by the police for allegedly assaulting a police officer. This occurred some days ago on Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos.
According to the nation newspaper, The Home Secretary, Suella Braverman announced the ban as part of the push to reduce net migration.
She said all foreign students – apart from those on postgraduate research programmes – will be banned from bringing their dependents from January 2024.
The UK permits dependants to accompany their spouses or parent(s) who have a valid student visa.
Braverman had said there had been an “unexpected” spike in the number of dependents – saying the economic benfits brough by students could “not be at the expense” of the Tory promise to cut immigration.
The ban will affect all master’s students and some other post-graduates, but it will not apply to PhD students who are highly skilled and whose courses last between 3 to 5 years.
If implemented, the crackdown will affect many Nigerian students hoping to pursue their postgraduate studies in the UK, as they accounted for the highest increase in the number of dependants accompanying persons with study visas in 2022.
BREAKING: Makinde Dissolves Exco, Terminates Appointments Of Political Office Holders
BREAKING: Makinde Dissolves Exco, Terminates Appointments Of Political Office Holders
Eaglessightnews reports that Oyo State Governor Engr. Seyi Makinde has dissolved the state executive council,
Eaglessightnews understands that , Makinde in the same vein terminated the appointments of political office holders. He also instructed them to handover government properties in their custody.
This development is contained in a letter dated 23rd of May, 2023 and signed by the Chief of Staff .Segun Ogunwuyi is The chieftain of staff to the Governor and Chairman, Transition & Inauguration Committee.
The letter reads:It reads: “I have the directive of the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency,
“Governor Seyi Makinde to inform you of the dissolution of the Oyo State Executive Council. And the termination of the appointment of all political officeholders with effect from today. Tuesday, May 23, 2023.
“All political officeholders are required to officially hand over and submit all government properties in their possession to the most senior civil servant in their respective Ministries, Departments and Agencies.”
The Governor however, excluded political office holders in statutory commissions.
It further reads: “Please note that political officeholders in statutory commissions are excluded from this directive.
“His Excellency appreciates your tremendous contributions to the development of our dear State and wishes you success in your future endeavours. I thank you.”
OYSHIA Reacts to Misleading Post On Healthcare Plan
OYSHIA Reacts to Misleading Post On Healthcare Plan
…reiterates commitment to accessible health services
The Oyo State Health Insurance Agency, OYSHIA, on Monday, reiterated its commitment to the healthiness of its enrollees, adding that its yearly standard plus plan is N13,500.
Appealing to the public to disregard a now deleted post on social media, by a radio station, promoting its former standard healthcare plan of N8, 000, the Agency stated that it will not relent in its efforts at ensuring affordable and accessible health services to the public.
The Executive Secretary, Dr. Sola Akande, speaking in Ibadan, said the Agency appreciates the cordiality it has enjoyed with the media, urging them to uphold the tenets of journalism, in the execution of their duties.
He noted that the radio station, without confirming from OYSHIA, promoted one of its old adverts in collaboration with the United Nations International Emergency Fund (UNICEF) about 5 years ago at the inception of the scheme.
He said, “While the Agency appreciates the media for its collaborations on giving our activities wider coverage, we implore journalists and media houses to uphold the ethics and tenets of the profession by confirming information from the right source, before publishing. This will avert pushing misleading content to the General Public”.
“We hereby state unequivocally, that the former plan ceased to be in existence as the N8,000 Standard Plan has been replaced with N13,500 Standard plus plan”,
Akande said.
The OYSHIA boss added, “The Agency is still committed to provide accessible and affordable health care services which will engender Universal Health Coverage for all Residents of Oyo State”.
The trial, which was slated for today, May 23, 2023, was said to have been adjourned as a result of the judge’s absence from the court, a source who pleaded anonymity told PUNCH.
“The trial has been adjourned till tomorrow, May 24, 2023, because the judge is not around, the source said.
As of the time of this report, efforts to reach Seun Kuti’s manager proved abortive because his phone was switched off.
However, when PUNCH reached out to Seun’s elder sister, Yeni Kuti, who is currently out of the country, she revealed that, as of the time of this report, she had no knowledge of the adjournment.
“I have no knowledge of the adjournment, his wife has not reached out to me today; she has not sent me an SMS to that effect; none of them has sent me a text yet. But I will call the wife now, you can call me back in 10 minutes,” Yeni told our correspondent on a WhatsApp call.
Recall that PUNCH reported that Seun Kuti was arrested for assaulting a police officer on the Third Mainland bridge, prompting the Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba, to order his arrest.
The afrobeat musician later turned himself in at the Lagos State Police Command, Ikeja, in the company of his lawyer and family representative, and was later transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti, where he was eventually detained.
A Sabo-Yaba Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos has granted an application for an extension of remand of popular afrobeat singer Seun Kuti for additional four days.
The Chief Magistrate, Mrs Adeola Olatubosun, extended Kuti’s remand until May 23.
In an update gathered from techcabal.com, the network has alongside provided updates for other commands. The old legendary MTN USSD – *556#, is no longer responding as usual. We’ll now show you the new code to check your account balance.
When you dial the *556# command, you get a prompt that says your dial was wrong and that you should choose from a list of 7 items what command you intended. The image below shows the details of the prompt:
Currently, the commands listed 1-7 on the pop-up are the new direct USSD for those services listed beside them. However, their initial access codes are still working.
She wrote, “My baby sister Krystle got married to the love of her life, Dr. Elizabeth Ekpo, this past weekend in NOLA. I gained an additional sister Liz. I wish both of you happiness and joy forever. Congratulations. I Love you all Always.
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EFCC operative, Abel Isah Dickson, died after a scuffle with two colleagues over items collected from a suspect.
How Efcc Operatives Dies After Fight with Colleague Over Items Recover From Suspect
Tragedy has hit the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), after an Inspector with the Agency, Abel Isah Dickson, died after a scuffle with two colleagues over items collected from a suspect. The items include medications and some cash. He was said to have disagreed with his colleagues over procedures for the custody of items belonging to a suspect in detention, leading to a fight.
The officer reportedly passed away on May 7, 2023, at the Usmanu DanFodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto where he was receiving treatment for injuries he sustained, two days earlier, in a scuffle with two other staff.
The two colleagues, Assistant Superintendent of EFCC, Apata Oluwaseun Odunayo and Inspector of EFCC, Ogbuji Titus Tochukwu, have also been arraigned in a court in Sokoto for culpable homicide.
But the Chairman of the commission, Abdulrasheed Bawa, said he will leave no stone unturned in ensuring that the erring officers are brought to justice.
The Head of Media and Publicity of EFCC, Mr. Wilson Uwujaren, who confirmed the incident in a briefing in Abuja, said the affected officers have been suspended.
He said: “We have invited you this morning to brief you about an unfortunate incident that happened at our Sokoto Zonal Command, which is suspected to have led to the death of one of our young officers, Inspector of the EFCC, Abel Isah Dickson.
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“The officer passed away on May 7, 2023, at the Usmanu DanFodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto where he was receiving treatment for injuries he sustained, two days earlier, in a scuffle with two other staff: Assistant Superintendent of EFCC, Apata Oluwaseun Odunayo and Inspector of EFCC, Ogbuji Titu Tochukwu.
“They had disagreed over procedures for the custody of items belonging to a suspect in detention, leading to a fight, a conduct which the commission frowns at.
JUST-IN: Another Nollywood Star Dies In US After Surgery
Following the disturbing news on the death of popular Nollywood actors, Saint Obi and Murphy Afolabi, another actor, Chikezie Uwazie is dead.
The actor, reportedly died in the United States of America few days ago after a second brain surgery.
One of the leading stars of the early 2000s, Chikezie Uwazie left Nigeria for the United States over seven years ago.
Before he relocated, he featured in several Nollywood flicks including the movie, “Musical Whispers”, a film on Autism, produced by Ebele Okaro and directed by Bond Emeruwa. He was also in, “Village Destroyer” alongside Osita Iheme, Ugo Ugbor, and “Last Kiss”, where he acted alongside Emeka Ike, Ini Edo, Ejike Asiegbu and Mercy Johnson Okojie, among several other movies.
His colleague, Obey Etok Chima posted the news of his passage on her Facebook on Sunday. She wrote, “I can’t imagine am posting this. Chikezie Uwazie goneeeee. After a 2nd brain surgery. Gini na emezi. Am so shocked to get this news this evening. Just got this from our IMSU alumni platform. I thought you told me you were going to the states for greener pastures. You promised to come back some years back but I didn’t see you. Can’t believe you are gone but God knows best. Rest on Chyko”.
Uwazie’s death is the fifth in Nollywood within the last three days after St. Obi and Murphy Afolabi.
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Amid Spare of Death That Hits Nollywood,Another Ace MovieStar Dies In US After Surgery
How End-Time Teacher Allegedly Impregnated JSS2 Student in Delta
How End-Time Teacher Allegedly Impregnated
A secondary school teacher, identified as Christian Oruanayeri, has allegedly impregnated a JSS2 pupil (name withheld) of Otovwodo Grammar School, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta.
Parents of the girl were said to have raised the alarm by reporting the case to the principal of the school, one Mr Felix Onovughe.
The alarm so raised only reportedly earned the impregnated girl an instant.expulsion from the school by the principal, Tribune reports.
It was gathered that following the outrage, the Ministry of Education, Ughelli North Local Government Area, directed the arrest and detention of the suspect by operatives of the Delta Police Command at ‘B’ Division, Agbarha-Otor.
The school principal, who was said to be uncomfortable with the development, was said to have allegedly frustrated the parents by ensuring that the case was swept under the carpet.
The Director, Post Primary Education Board (PPEB), in Ughelli North LGA, Mrs. Basil Iwhiwhu, was said to have, however, directed the principal of the school to reinstate the expelled pregnant pupil.
In all this, parents of the girl put in the family way are said to have explored other ways to get justice for their daughter and punishment for the erring teacher.
The Chief Inspector of Education (CIE), Ughelli North, Mrs. Eduvie, who confirmed the incident, was quoted by The Story as saying: “On the issue of the pregnancy, I have reported to the ministry already.
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“But the police are handling the case; they have been going to the police station.
“However, the police did not bother to call me, but I reported to the ministry that this is what has happened.”
Meanwhile, the incident, as gathered, was said to have occurred some three months ago and the family, which could not be reached as of the time of filing the report, had reportedly sought an alternative means of resolving the issue.
It was gathered that the families of the erring teacher and the pupil had met and settled the matter by allowing the duo to eventually get married.
Contacted, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Delta State Police Command, DSP Bright Edafe, who confirmed the incident, however, said the two families concerned chose to withdraw the case from the police with a sworn affidavit.
It could however not be ascertained if the teacher is still retaining his job or has been laid off by the Ministry of Education in the State.
Just In :Ace Yoruba Moviestar, Murphy Afolabi Dead Days After Birthday
Just In :Ace Yoruba Moviestar, Murphy Afolabi Dead Days After Birthday
An heartbreaking update reaching Eaglessightnews can confirm that Nigeria’s movie industry is in a mourning mood again with the reported death of Murphy Afolabi.
The 49-year-old Ace Yoruba actor died in the early hours of today in his residence.
Veteran film director and producer, Tunde Ola-Yusuf confirmed the passing via his Facebook page on Sunday afternoon.
“Rest in peace. May God give the family and close associates the fortitude to bear the loss,” he wrote.
The deceased celebrated his birthday just over a week ago, precisely Friday, May 5.
Murphy, who started his career with a movie titled ‘Ifa Olokun’ under Dagunro’s guidance, featured in and produced scores of others.
Cause of death
According to a reports quoted from Business Post the popular Yoruba actor, Murphy Afolabi is died. He died from an injury he sustained from a domestic accident.
Murphy, has produced and directed several movies. He was said to have fallen from a bathroom and sustained an injury.
However, he died from the incident, according to reports we gathered on Sunday.
Murphy’s death has come as a rude shock to many, including his friends, associates, fans and colleagues in Nollywood.
The police in Ogun State have arrested four officials of Zefa Microfinance Bank , Ifo, Ogun State, for allegedly pushing one Vivian Omo to death.
The police named the suspects as Badmus Olalekan, Ajibade Oludare, Eniola Aduragbemi and Femi Oloko.
According to a statement by the police spokesperson in the state, Abimbola Oyeyemi, on Sunday, the incident that led to their arrest happened at Abule Ijoko Lemode in the Ifo Local Government area of the state on 10 May.
Mr Oyeyemi according to Premium Times, said the bank officials had gone to recover a loan but were told by his wife that the debtor was not home.
Not satisfied with the woman’s claim, the officials made to seize some electronic equipment in the house but were resisted by the woman.
“While the deceased was struggling with the bank’s staff, one of them pushed her, and she fell and was unconscious.
“She was there and then rushed to hospital for medical attention but was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty,” Mr Oyeyemi said.
He said the incident was reported at the Agbado divisional headquarters by the deceased’s daughter, after which the DPO, Awoniyi Adekunle, arrested the officials.
The police spokesperson said the corpse was deposited at the Ifo General Hospital morgue for autopsy.
He said the Commissioner of Police in the state, Olanrewaju Oladimeji, had ordered the transfer of the suspects to the homicide section of the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligent Department, CIID.
The police boss warned, “Loan agencies to stop taking laws into their hands in the process of recovering loans from their debtors, as anyone caught in such act will be arrested and prosecuted.”
IDAN Doesn’t Break’, Tinubu Backs Chef Hilda Baci’s World Record-breaking Attempt
IDAN Doesn’t Break’, Tinubu Backs Chef Hilda Baci’s World Record-breaking Attempt
Nigeria President-elect, Ahmed Bola Tinubu, declared his total support for chef Hilda Baci as she attempts to break the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking time.
In an attempt to clinch this record, the 27-year-old graduate on Thursday set up a four-day ‘cook-a-thon’ at Amore Gardens, Lekki, Lagos State.
Joining her Instagram live video on Sunday, Tinubu commented, “IDAN doesn’t break, she breaks records. We’re rooting for you, Hilda.”
The screenshot of the Instagram Live was shared on Tinubu’s Instagram story on Sunday.
‘Idan’ is a trending slang on social media, used to hail someone with exceptional capabilities and prowess.
Hilda is on a mission to cook multiple dishes for an expected period of time in order to get recognition from the Guinness World Records.
The current record for the world’s longest cooking marathon is held by Lata Tondon who completed the task in 87 hours, 45 minutes, and 00 secs in Rewa, India in 2019.
As at the time of the report, the chef has exceeded 66 hours in her attempt.
Eaglessightnews has gathered that a section of the popular Agbeni market in Ibadan Oyo State was in the early hours of sunday gutted by fire. The Vanguard has confirmed.
According to an update gathered , an eyewitness ,Mr. Kola Aderemi said the fire started at about 04:30am.
General Manager of Fire Services Yemi Akinyemi who confirmed the incident to Sunday Vanguard said: “The agency received the distress call at exactly 04:37hrs through Sunday Ogundele, Access Bank security that Agbeni market is on fire.”
” As I speak with you, our men are still battling with the job, we are grateful to the Central Bank of Nigeria that allows us to use their water supply.”
“Everything is under control. They are still going to CBN to replenish,” he said.
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BREAKING: Fire Guts Popular Market, Agbeni in Ibadan:Eaglessightnews
JUST IN:Ace Moviestar Saint Obi Is Dead-Eaglessightnews
JUST IN:Ace Moviestar Saint Obi Is Dead-Eaglessightnews
A recent update reaching Eaglessightnews has confirmed the dead of a Popular Nollywood actor and film director Obinna Nwafor better known as Saint Obi .
The report of his death was confirmed by top Nigerian news channel on Saturday.
According to People Gazzatte, Obi died after a battle with an unspecified illness.
The news of the actor’s demise, who reportedly died almost a week ago at his sister’s home in Plateau state’s capital city of Jos, was confirmed to Peoples Gazette by Saint Obi’s colleagues in the film industry.
Sources said Nwafor, famously known for his role in blockbuster movies including ‘Candle Light’, ‘Goodbye Tomorrow’, passed away last week Sunday and the actor’s body was subsequently deposited in a morgue at the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH).
He was aged 57.
Mr Nwafor was reported to have been treating an unspecified illness and had visited hospital for treatment for months before he passed away on Sunday.
The actor, Saint Obi, came onto the acting scene in 1996 after doing a commercial for Peugeot on NTA and went on to feature in more than 100 movies including ‘Sakobi’, ‘Festival of Fire’, ‘State of Emergency’ and other popular films.
IDAN GANGAN😳: How Lagos Man Lands In Hospital After Wife Beats Him To Coma(Edon Happen👀)
IDAN GANGAN😳: How Lagos Man Lands In Hospital After Wife Beats Him To Coma(Edon Happen👀)
A 56-year-old man, Edwin Ugwu, has recounted to an Ogba magistrate court in Lagos how his wife, Ebere, used to beat him up at the slightest provocation.
According to Daily Trust, the embattled husband said the constant battery got to its peak recently when his wife beat him to a coma and he was rushed to the hospital.
The prosecutor, DSP Kehinde Ajayi, who said the couple resided on Lambe Iluyomade Street, Ago Okota area of Lagos, told the court that the couple had a disagreement which degenerated into a heated argument before the wife beat her husband which led to his hospitalisation.
The wife pleaded not guilty to the two-count charge of assault and battery and the prosecutor asked the court to give a date for hearing.
The Magistrate, Mrs E. Kubenije, granted the defendant bail in the sum of N100,000 with two sureties in like sum and adjourned the case to June 6.
INSIDE LIFE-How Nigerian Lady Gets Pregnant For Her Bestie’s Husband after Being Told a Review of His ‘Tool’-(How it Began, Full Gist Here)-Eaglessightnews
INSIDE LIFE-How Nigerian Lady Gets Pregnant For Her Bestie’s Husband after Being Told a Review of His ‘Tool’-(How it Began, Full Gist Here)-Eaglessightnews
According to the update shared by instablof9ja, this incident occured after her friend, a married woman and her watched the “cucmber prank” video, two female friends—one of whom is married and the other a single mother—talked to each other. However, the single mother didn’t think such a p£n¥s existed, and her friend tried to convince her otherwise by citing her husband as an example.
In the long run, the single mother became pregnant for her married friend’s husband six months later. She continued by saying that she wasn’t prepared to terminate the pregnancy or let go of her friend’s husband, and that her only intention had been to sample her friend’s husband’s p£n¥s because her wife had characterized it as being huge.
Eagle’s Sight News has just gathered that there was palpable panic as explosion rocked the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) fuel storage facility located at its Abuja Base. The Leadership reports
The NAF Base is located close to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
LEADERSHIP earlier reported a fire outbreak at the NAF Base.
According to source, while there was no casualty recorded, the level of damage at the facility could not be ascertained as at the time of this report.
The source could not immediately ascertain the cause of the explosion either.
Also, LEADERSHIP could not ascertain the level of damage or quantity of products lost in the explosion.
However, the NAF Director of Public Relations and Information (DOPRI), Air Cdre Ayodele Famuyiwa, while confirming the incident, said he would provide details in a press release shortly.
UPDATED: Panic As Explosion Rocks Air Force Base In AbujaUPDATED: Panic As Explosion Rocks Air Force Base In Abuja
Woman and her partner arrested for allegedly battering her two children aged 5 and 2….see horrific photos of their battered bodies
Woman and her partner arrested for allegedly battering her two children aged 5 and 2….see horrific photos of their battered bodies
The police in Lagos state have arrested a mother and her partner for allegedly battering her two children aged 5 and 2
The woman identified as Busola Oyediran and her partner, Akebiara Emmanuel, were arrested on Friday, January 13, by the police following reports by neighbours.
The concerned neighbours had alerted the police of the consant physical abuse of the minors by their biological mother and her partner. Following the report, the police stormed the Egbeda/Idimu home of the couple and arrested them. The police later visited the hospital where the neighbours had taken the battered children for treatment.
When confronted, their mother claimed the children fell from a motorcycle and suffered serious injuries. Follow link to read more
BREAKING:One Dies As Police Raid Kidnappers Den, Rescue 58 Hostages
BREAKING:One Dead As Police Raid Kidnappers Den, Rescue 58 Hostages
CP commends synergy with local security outfits
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has rescued 58 kidnapped victims held hostage at Udulu Forest, Gegu LGA of Kogi State, bordering Sardauna Forest, Nasarawa State, and other identified kidnappers den in communities contiguous to the FCT.
Spokesperson of the Command,SP Josephine Adeh said that, “The bandits/Kidnappers on sighting the security team coordinated by the Police fired at the security team which resulted in a shootout.
“The bandits were overpowered and escaped with various degrees of bullet injuries leaving behind their victims.
“The rescue is part of efforts by the Command leadership, in a sustained joint operation with other security agencies with vigilantes and hunters from the various local communities, to combat violent crimes in the FCT, rescue victims and bring perpetrators to book.
“The Commissioner of Police, FCT Police Command, CP Haruna Garba has vowed that effort will be sustained to prevent any further threats to safety and security of residents.
“The Command would also not relent in ensuring the rescue of any resident held hostage by criminals, and as well bring the perpetrators to book.
“The CP called for the cooperation of residents, especially in being security conscious and giving credible information to the Police.
One Dead
Meanwhile, one Tama Jonathan unfortunately sustained injury during the rescue operation and died on the spot.
“His remains have subsequently been released to his family for burial.
“The other 58 rescued victims are being stabilised in the hospital and would be reunited with their families.
“The CP urged residents to be vigilant, and make prompt rendition of complaints through the following emergency lines: 08032003913, 08061581938, 07057337653, and 08028940883, while the Public Complaint Bureau (PCB) desk, could be reached on: 0902 222 2352”
No fewer than three persons were confirmed dead while two others sustained varying degrees of injuries in an accident involving a Sino truck and a Toyota car at Saapade on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Saturday.
The Public Education Officer, Federal Road Safety Corps in Ogun, Mrs Florence Okpe, confirmed the incident to newsmen in Abeokuta on Sunday.
Okpe said the accident, which occurred at 6.25 p.m. on May 6, involved a Toyota car with registration number KSF122 FB and a Sino truck marked FZE 840 G.
The FRSC spokesperson explained that the accident was caused by speeding, which led to the loss of control on the part of the Toyota car driver who rammed into the moving truck from the rear.
“A total of five people were involved which comprised four men and one woman; two people were injured while three deaths were recorded,” she said.
Okpe stated that the injured victims were taken to Victory Hospital, Ogere, for medical attention while the deceased were deposited at FOS Morgue, Ipara in Remo North local government area of Ogun.
Meanwhile, the State Sector Commander of FRSC, Ahmed Umar, sympathised with the families of the victims.
Umar reiterated the dangers of speeding, especially during the rainy season when visibility is poor, advising motorists to drive defensively and obey traffic rules and regulations.
10-year-old kills friend with father’s gun in Bayelsa
SHOCKING:How 10-Year-Old Kills Friend With Father’s Gun in Bayelsa
THE riverside town of Otuan in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State was yesterday thrown into confusion when a 10-year-old boy accidentally killed his friend, aged 12 with his grandfather’s gun.
According to Vanguard,It was learned that the father of the deceased said to be a pastor and his grandfather who owns the gun were not in town when the incident occurred.
Tragedy, it was learned, struck at the fishing and farming settlement shortly after the deceased, his sister and friend returned from the bush where they had gone to pick bush mango otherwise known as ‘Ogbono’.
A community source who spoke anonymously told our correspondent that the girl sent the brother to fetch a cutlass from their father’s room for her to split open the bush mango.
The friend who was said to have joined in going to get the cutlass stumbled on the gun where it was hidden.
He picked up the weapon and trained it on the deceased when the unexpected happened.
“As the deceased shouted at the friend to drop the gun, it fired, hitting him.
“The fatally injured boy was rushed to a nearby chemist in the community, accompanied by his heartbroken friend who was wailing when somebody whispered to him to run for his life,” the source explained.
Contacted the Spokesman of the state police command, Asinim Butswat said, “It has not been reported to the police yet, but we will find out if such an incident happened.”
Abuja teenager pounds father to death for fighting mum.
Men of the Federal Capital Territory Police Command have arrested a 16-year-old boy, Emmanuel John, over the killing of his father, Monday John.
Our correspondent gathered that Emmanuel, around 10pm on Tuesday, May 2, used a pestle to kill his father.
The incident happened during a fisticuff between the deceased and Emmanuel’s mother, Mrs Mercy John.
A police source revealed that a case of culpable homicide was reported to the Karshi Police Station by one Yusuf Ayuba, on Wednesday, May 3.
According to him, Emmanuel is in police custody and will be arraigned in a juvenile court at the conclusion of police investigation.
Commenting on the incident during a press briefing on Friday, the FCT Commissioner of Police, Haruna Garba, said the suspect hit hard on his father’s head.
Garba said, “It all happened when the suspect’s mother and father engaged each other in a physical fight.
“The suspect took sides with his mother and used a pestle to hit hard on the father’s head which eventually led to his death.
“The suspect will be arraigned in a juvenile court at the conclusion of investigation.”
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SAD!How Abuja Teenager Pounds Father To Death For Fighting Mum
Internet Fraud: EFCC Arrests Self-Acclaimed Cop, 42 Others in Ogun
Internet Fraud: EFCC Arrests Self-Acclaimed Cop, 42 Others in Ogun
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibadan Zonal Command, has arrested a self-acclaimed police officer and 42 others for alleged Internet fraud activities.
This is contained in a statement signed by the commission’s spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the arrest was another massive one for the commission in spite of the constant warnings against corrupt practices.
Uwujaren said the suspects were arrested on Friday at Ijebu-Ode and Awa-Ijebu towns of Ogun State following actionable intelligence on their alleged fraudulent activities.
He said among the 43 suspects was a self-acclaimed police officer who claimed to be serving in Ede, Osun State.
Uwujaren listed items recovered from the suspects as 11 exotic cars, several laptops, numerous iPhones and Apple wrist watches.
Other items are expensive video games and golden teeth worth millions of naira worn by one of the suspects.
He said the suspects would be charged to court as soon as investigations were concluded.
INSIDE LIFE:SAD! In Oyo, Man Recounts How His Nephew, a Teenager Killed His Father Hidden By Mother-Eagle’s Sight News
INSIDE LIFE:SAD! In Oyo, Man Recounts How His Nephew, a Teenager Killed His Father Hidden By Mother-Eagle’s Sight News
A teenager, Ismail Adeagbo, is currently in police custody for allegedly killing his father, Jimoh Adeagbo.
The incident happened on April 21, 2023, in Tede, Atisbo Local Government Area, Oyo State, and was reported to the police by Ismail’s uncle, Taofeek Adeagbo.
Taofeek had no hand in the incident as earlier reported.
Narrating the incident to City Round, the 43-year-old said, “I am the younger brother of the deceased, Jimoh Adeagbo. On the morning of the incident, April 21, 2023, his son, Ismail Adeagbo, came to my house to report it, but he didn’t meet me at home. So, he told my wife that his father had died.
“I was called over the phone and I rushed down there. I looked at the body and saw that something hit his head. I then said that this was not an ordinary death and that we must report the case to the police. I then went to the station to report and the police came to investigate and began to ask questions from his wife, Rasheedat Adeagbo, and one of his daughters, Aishat.”
Taofeek stated that he kept asking where Ismail was as he was not at the house.
Taofeek Gives Reason For Insisting On Ismail’s Whereabout
On the reason for insisting on Ismail’s whereabouts, Taofeek said the suspect had stabbed his father before.
“He stabbed his father with a knife about six months before; that was why I suspected him and requested the police to interrogate him.
“When he was interrogated by the police at the station, he said his father did not like him and his mother and kept cursing them. He is the fourth born but first son among the father’s children,” Taofeek stated.
He noted that Ismail was not seen throughout that day, meanwhile, he was inside the room and hid under the bed.
Taofeek Gives More Details
Taofeek added, “His phone was with his mother and she told us that she didn’t know where her son was and that this was his phone.
“The police took his mother into custody and the house was closed and kept under the watch of vigilantes and local hunters.
“On April 22, which was the second day of the incident, we decided to go into the house to get Ismail’s photos that would be used as evidence at the police station. That was when we saw him in the house.
“We then asked if he was the one that committed the crime and he admitted. He explained everything to his mum after he committed the act.
“The police said they (suspect and mother) would be charged but we were told that there was a delay and they would be charged next week.”
He stated that Ismail and his mother remained in custody at Iyaganku Police Station, Ibadan.
Parading the suspects in Ibadan last Friday, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, had said the suspect’s mother was arrested for concealing the crime after the son confessed to her.
However, Rashedat said she woke up to see the lifeless body of her husband on the floor.
“I have seven children for my late husband; even though we normally quarrel, I would never wish him dead,” she added.
FLASH:Sad!Millions Of Goods Destroyed As Fire Guts Lagos Alaba Market
Fire Guts Alaba International Market
Eagle’s Sight News reports that millions of goods including properties ,shops have been purportedly destroyed in a fire outbreak that gut Alaba International Marketer in Lagos.
Eagle’s Sight News has gathered that some shops at the popular Alaba International Market in the Ojo area of Lagos have been gutted by fire.
According to an update published by Premiums Times, what caused the fire and the number of casualties could not be verified at the time of this report.
The http://LagosFire and Rescue Service in an update by its director, Margaret Adeseye, said that fire crew from Ojo, Sari-Iganmu and Ajegunle are “being turned back by angry mobs from performing their statutory duty but presently on standby.”
“The agency is consequently collaborating with security agents to address it,” she said.
Alaba International Market is considered the largest electronics market in West Africa. Thousands of electronic products including TVs, radios and computers are imported into the market daily from where they are sold or distributed to other Nigerian markets.
The Old Bailey Court in London, on Friday afternoon, sentenced a former Deputy Senate President of Nigeria, Ike Ekweremadu, his wife Beatrice and a middleman, Dr. Obinna Obeta, to 26 years imprisonment over organ harvesting charge.
Ekweremadu is to serve about ten years in prison, his wife is to serve six years and Dr. Obeta will serve 10 years in prison.
Eagle’s Sight News recalls the trio of Ekweremadu, Beatrice and Obeta were convicted of conspiracy to arrange the travel of a young Nigerian man who was identified as David Nwamini to Britain in order to exploit him for his kidney.
The organ was needed for Ekweremadu’s sick daughter, Sonia.
Their trial lasted for six weeks and conviction at the Old Bailey, London’s Central Criminal Court, is expected today.
The Prosecutor, Hugh Davies told the jury that the behaviour of Ekweremadu showed “entitlement, dishonesty and hypocrisy”.
17-Year-Old American Commits Suicide After Extortion By 3 Nigerians
17-Year-Old American Commits Suicide After Extortion By 3 Nigerians17-Year-Old American Commits Suicide After Extortion By 3 Nigerians
Eagle’s Sight News has gathered that three Nigerian men await extradition to the United States for sexual extortion after 17-year-old Jordan DeMay, committed suicide in Marquette, Michigan.
According to an update quoted from Oasis Magazine, the alleged Yahoo Boys are identified as Samuel Ogoshi, 22, Samson Ogochi, 20, and Ezekiel Ejehem Robert, 19.
The United States Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, Mark Totten on Wednesday, 3 May 2023, announced the unsealing of a federal indictment charging the three Nigerians with sexually extorting numerous young men and teenage boys in the Western District of Michigan and across the United States.
One of the men has been charged with causing the death of DeMay.
“On March 25, 2022, 17-year-old DeMay was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. His death prompted an investigation by the Marquette County Sheriff’s Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, which culminated in the indictment unsealed today,” the statement read.
“Sextortion is a horrible crime that can leave especially younger victims feeling ashamed with nowhere to turn,” Mark Totten said.
“My heart goes out to the family of Jordan DeMay. Nothing can bring Jordan back, but my office is committed to securing justice and, alongside Jordan’s family, sending an urgent warning so others can protect themselves and their families. We will travel the world to hold the perpetrators of these crimes accountable.”
“Financial sextortion is a global crisis that impacts teens in our country and around the globe. That’s why the FBI is working hand in hand with our domestic and international law enforcement partners to prevent youth from becoming victims of this tragic crime and to hold those who target our teens in this manner accountable – no matter where in the world they may be,” said James A. Tarasca, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI in Michigan.
The three defendants, all of Lagos, Nigeria, are charged in a four-count indictment.
Count 1 charges Samuel Ogoshi with Sexual Exploitation and Attempted Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Resulting in Death in association with the death of Jordan DeMay. The charge carries a maximum penalty of life in prison and a statutory mandatory minimum of 30 years in prison.
Count 2 charges all three men with Conspiracy to Sexually Exploit Minors by causing the minors to produce child pornographic images that the defendants then used to blackmail the minors.
The charge carries a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison and a mandatory minimum of 15 years in prison.
Count 3 charges all three men with Conspiracy to Distribute Child Pornography for sending child pornography images to minors, as well as their families and friends. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a mandatory minimum penalty of 5 years in prison.
Count 4 charges Conspiracy to Commit Stalking Through the Internet for engaging in this sextortion scheme as it relates to both minors and young adults. The charge has a maximum penalty of 5 years in prison.
All charges have provisions for fines, restitution, and supervised release after their release from prison.
Speaking with VON, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa, said: “International cooperation is critical. In the last two years, this coordination has strengthened efforts connected with the extradition, deportation, and mutual legal or other assistance between Nigeria and the United States involving Economic and Financial Crimes.”
A masquerade made in the likeness of Nigeria’s controversial president-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has gone viral.
This is contained in an update published by the reliant News.
In the update ,controversial Biafra Nation Activist, Simon Ekpa through his Twitter handle, shared a video of a masquerade with striking semblance to Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
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The masquerade is also nicknamed Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Asiwaju and Jagaban– names associated with the former governor of Lagos State.
Also in the video is another masquerade said to be Nigeria’s current minister of Labour and Productivity, Chris Ngige. According to the voice over the video, the two masquerades contend with each other.
A 100-level student of the Kwara State College of Education, identified as Aminat Tajudeen, slumped and died while receiving a lecture in class 100-Level Ilorin Student Slumps, Dies In Class A Day To Matriculation
According to Punch, the incident occurred around 1:30 pm on Wednesday, April 12, 2023.
A source said the student had collected her matriculation gown for the ceremony scheduled for Thursday, April 13, and returned to class when the incident happened.
A senior staff of the school revealed that the late Aminat was rushed to the school clinic after she suddenly slumped during a lecture.
She was later taken to the Muslim cemetery, Osere, for her Janazah and burial.
While speaking at her burial, the deceased father was quoted to have said that “she showed no sign or symptom of any sickness. We had quite a lengthy discussion on several issues before I escorted her to get a cab to the school.”
The college Public Relations Officer, Mrs Abibat Zubair, who confirmed the incident, said the deceased was a student of Music/Yoruba, adding that she was mourned by the college and students during the matriculation ceremony.
“The Provost visited the parents yesterday to sympathise with them and also mourned her today during the matriculation ceremony together with the students,” the PRO said.
The District Head of Kasuwar Daji in the Kaura-Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Ibrahim Sarkin Fada, was kidnapped by bandits in his residence in the early hours of Thursday.
An indigene of the area, Malam Audu Mohammed, confirmed that the bandits who were in large numbers stormed Kasuwar Daji village and went straight to the village head’s house where they abducted him and took him to their camp.
Bello said the bandits fired many gunshots in order to frighten the residents of the village who wanted to rescue their village head.
He said, “I was in my house when I heard gunshots around 2:30 to 3:00 am last Thursday.”
“I was called later around 4 am by a friend who told me that our district head was abducted.”
The security agents were yet to comment on the issue as of the time of filing this report.
BREAKING: Five Nigerian Soldiers Died In Bomb Explosions
An unconfirmed report reaching the desk of Eagle’s Sight News has disclosed that nothing less than Five Nigerian soldiers died in Borno State after their vehicle hit a mine suspected to have been planted by Islamic State group aligned jihadists near the border with Niger, security sources said Wednesday.
The unit was on a routine patrol in Laayi village near the northeastern town of Damasak on Monday when they drove over a mine, two militia leaders told AFP. The soldiers set off an improvised explosive device suspected to have been planted by the Islamic State West Africa (ISWAP) group, militia leader Babakura Kolo said.
The explosion “killed all five troops on board”, he said, read more at gistmate . Follow the link
A Lagos-based cleric accused of raping his members, Bishop Oluwafeyiropo Daniel, of I Reign Christian Ministry, Lekki, has yet to meet his bail conditions.
By Sunday (today), he would have spent one week in detention after he was remanded by Justice Ramon Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences Court, Ikeja.
The pastor was supposed to appear before the court on Monday, April 3, when the case came up for arraignment, but he was absent.
The police prosecutor, Mrs Inumidun Solarin, said the Investigating Police Officer, ASP Yemi Temenu, informed her that Daniel was not found at the address he left at the Force Criminal Investigation Department, Yaba, before he was granted administrative bail.
The court adjourned the arraignment till April 17, as Solarin promised to ensure Daniel’s presence in court.
Upon the resumption of the court last Monday, Daniel was formally arraigned on two counts of rape. Follow this link to read more.
The head of Awaiting The Second Coming of Christ Ministry, Pastor Adewale Giwa has described Prof. Mahmood Yakubu as the worst Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
Giwa claimed that the 2023 presidential election was not the first time Yakubu would be rigging elections.
According to him, Yakubu allegedly rigged the 2019 election in favour of Buhari against Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and recently rigged out Atiku and Peter Obi in favour of Bola Tinubu of the ruling party.
In a statement to DAILY POST on Friday, Giwa said “The recent rigging was embarrassing and disgraceful.
“People like Mahmood are the reason Western countries insult Africans who flee their countries in search of fair and equal economic opportunities.
“Yakubu tactically and transparently rigged the past and present elections due to greed and corruption.
Even in Adamawa, the world could clearly see what the nation’s electoral body represents. It is very evident that Mahmood, like other politicians, is ruled by greed and selfishness. What do you expect from a man nominated by president Buhari?
“It’s time for Nigeria to practice true federalism where the people select the national electoral body to avoid presidents selecting ‘Mahmood-like’ individuals to rule in their favour,” he claimed.
The Federal Government, through the National Directorate of Employment, NDE, yesterday, began the registration of unemployed persons in the 20 local government areas of Lagos State.
NDE state office in Lagos, which announced the development, said the exercise will hold between April 17 and April 28, 2023, at the directorate’s office at 7, Barikisu Iyede Street, Onike, Yaba, and the 20 local government areas in the state.
The Lagos State NDE office, Coordinator Mrs. Serena Edward in a statement said “The Lagos State office of NDE has embarked on the registration of unemployed persons in the 20 local government areas in the state.
“The NDE is an organization set up by the Federal Republic of Nigeria in 1986 to curb mass unemployment and reduce the craving for white-collar jobs that are not adequate for the teeming number of graduates churned out every year.
“The state registration started on Monday April 17 and end on April 28, 2023. The registration exercise will hold at the NDE state office at 7 Barikisu Iyede Street Onike Yaba and the 20 local government areas in the state.
“I urge all unemployed persons in Lagos State to take advantage of this opportunity to register at their designated local governments to benefit from the programme as the federal government wants to have the complete data of the unemployed persons in the country to make adequate plans for them.”
Operatives of the Ibadan Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday, arrested forty-four (44) suspected internet fraudsters in Ibadan, Oyo State.
They were arrested at Apete and Bodija areas of Ibadan following actionable intelligence on their fraudulent cyber activities.
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The alleged cybercriminals are Aparimo Ogunfunminiyi Ojoola, Olalekan Taoreed Miller, Olamide Animashaun Ademola, Rotimi Samson, Waheed Abeeb Olamilekan, Jelili Abeeb Afolabi, Olamide Azeez Ayinla, Mohammed Lawal Segun, Peter Seyi Iyanuoluwa, Akinmoju Kolawole, Ibrahim Akande Abiodun, John Oluwatimilehin Moses, Oshunrinade Samuel, Moradeyo Abeeb Abiodun, Ogunmola Oluwabori Michael, Aderomu Gbenga Michael, Akinrinola Pelumi Sunday, Adeola Tunji, Opaniyi Yakubu Olasunkanmi, Oyedele Israel Sunday, Fiyin Adebayo Omotosho, Oladele Oladimeji John, Gbolahan Qudus and Lawal Muiz Gbolahan.
Others are: Alonge Timilehin Israel, Akinlade Tolulope Seyi, Taiwo Oluwatobiloba Daniel, Adesina Sodiq Ishola, Victor Paul Shedrack, Olawale Oladapo Olaleye, Muili Olamilekan Sodiq, Babalola Afeez Bolaji, Adeagbo Stephen Adegbenro, Ephraim Isaiah Joshua, Olanrewaju Muhammed Opeyemi, Dada Segun David, Okikiola Oluwateniola, Ayodele Victor Ayodeji Oluwadamilare Isaiah Olanrewaju, Akande Afeez Gbolahan, Omotolani Samson Gbenga, Odesanya Michael Adedimeji, Akindele Timothy Olatunde, and Farayola Habeeb.
Items recovered from them include ten exotic cars, two motorcycles, fifty-three (53) mobile phones, four laptops, one JBL speaker and one PS game with two pads, among others.
The EFCC says they will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
JUST-IN: Adamawa REC, Others Reportedly Strip Naked, Beaten After Announcing Binani Gov Elect (See Video)
Following the declaration of Binani as the Elected Governor of Adamawa, unconfirmed news has reached the desk of Eagle’s Sight News over the confession to collect bribes after several beatings and tortures.
In the viral video, the Adamawa State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Barrister Hudu Yunusa Ari, and some others were been harassed by a party agent.
Infopowerng reports that the party agent reportedly attacked the Adamawa REC for announcing a winner of the election without collating results.
The aftermath of the several beatings according to the video led to the confession of the REC.
Recall that Ari had stoked controversy in the state’s governorship election on Sunday after declaring All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Senator Aishatu Binani, as the winner of the supplementary governorship election.
His announcement elicited protests from members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) present at the state collation center in Yola. Also, in a statement by its National Commissioner, Information and Voter Education, Festus Okoye, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said the process had not been concluded.
It added that the action of the REC was a usurpation of the powers of the state Returning Officer (RO) and was therefore null, void, and of no effect.
The truth of this news and details are sketchy as of the pressing time.
A report reaching Eagle’s Sight News has confirmed that Oyo State Police Command has nabbed the suspect who killed the popular Instagram vendor, Adeshina Olayinka, popularly called Khadi.This was disclosed on Monday by a source in the hotel, allnews.ng says.
Recall that this medium reported that “Khardi” was found dead at Wetland Hotel, Akobo in Ibadan few days ago and the management has since then involve the action of the Police.
Khadi was a popular Ibadan based Instagram cloth vendor before her untimely death.
Olayinka reportedly died after the man she was with checked out early on Thursday morning.
Before the man was let to go, a phone call was made to Khadi’s room by the receptionist who confirmed her safety.
The suspect was said to be currently detained at the State Criminal Investigation Department, Iyaganku, Ibadan.
According to allnews.ng , Eagle’s Sight News understands that the suspect, name withheld, voluntarily presented himself to the police at Akobo Police Station having heard that his attention was needed by the police over the death of Olayinka.
“We wouldn’t have known until 12 noon check out time if not for the power bank that one of the receptionists lent her.
“So, when we discovered that she was still breathing, we quickly called police at Akobo Police Station but unfortunately, she died before getting to the hospital.
“So, we called the suspect to inform him about the incident. He was shocked and rushed down to the hotel to present himself to the police.
“The case has been transferred to the state CID. Actually, he is one of our customers here. He always patronises us.
“And when he came around (before he presented himself to the police), he said the lady was complaining that night that she was weak.
“And that was why he just allowed her to rest,” a staff member of the hotel who did not want his name in print revealed.
The Oyo Command Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, said the police had commenced investigation into the matter.
“Investigation is in progress. Updates would be provided accordingly, please,” he stated.
Meanwhile, the hotel management had in a statement expressed its cooperation with the Nigeria Police in the investigation into the cause of the deceased’s death.
“To the general public and our dear valued guests, we regret to inform you that an unfortunate incident occurred at our hotel, Wetland Hotel.
“One of our guests passed away while staying with us.
“We are fully cooperating with the authorities in their investigation into this matter, and we assure you that we are doing everything we can to assist the police in their efforts to determine the cause of death.”
The statement further assured guests of the hotel’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and safety while expressing condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
HUSTLES: Who Killed Popular Ibadan Vendor In The Hotel? Investigation Begins
Eagle’s Sight News reports that investigation has begun over the death of popular Ibadan Vendor Adeshina Olayinka.
‘Khardi’ has fondly called is a popular Instagram cloth vendor whose demise has gone viral few days ago after found dead at a hotel in the Akobo area of Ibadan, Oyo State.
Olayinka was known for her designer clothes and bag business on social media.The Punch emphasized.
According to Oyo Affairs, she informed her friend of a meeting with an individual at Wetland Hotel in Akobo on the night of Wednesday, April 5.
The man she was with, however, checked out early on Thursday morning which was followed by a phone call to Khadi’s room and she confirmed her safety to the receptionist.
Unfortunately, Khadi was found dead hours later when the receptionist reached out to inform her she was already overstaying.
Investigation Begins
The hotel management, in reaction, noted that they were fully in cooperation with the Nigeria Police in their investigation to ensure that the truth about the cause of the deceased’s death was upheld.
“To the general public and our dear valued guests, we regret to inform you that an unfortunate incident occurred at our hotel, Wetland Hotel. One of our guests passed away while staying with us.
” are fully cooperating with the authorities in their investigation into this matter, and we assure you that we are doing everything we can to assist the police in their efforts to determine the cause of death.
“Please be assured that the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are our top priority. We have taken all necessary measures to ensure that our facilities and services continue to meet the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
“As the investigation is ongoing, we kindly ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
“We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased, and we offer our support to all those affected by this tragic event,” the management said in a statement.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, could not be immediately reached for confirmation as calls and text message made to his phone line had yet to be responded to.
Reports reaching this reliable online newspaper’Eagle’s Sight News can confirmed that a fatal accident has occurred in Lagos, involving a train and a BRT Bus.
Eagle’s Sight News understands that the pathetic occurrence happened around Ikeja axis Thursday morning.
Some passengers are feared dead following the impact of the collision daily confirmed
As of the time of filing this report, it was not clear how the BRT Bus found its way to the train tracks.
Three persons have been reported shot in Benin City, capital of Edo State, when youths staged a protest against currency swap.
According to Thisday,one of the victims was killed closed to the Central Bank Nigeria (CBN) Office in Benin, while two were said to have died at the Sokponba road axis during attempt by the protesters to attack banks in the area.
Trouble was said to have started when some of persons came to the CBN to deposit their money in compliance with the bank’s regulation of depositing old bank notes.
It was gathered that while this was going on, an unmarked Toyota vehicle came to the gate of CBN trying to gain entry but was stopped by those who were already at the bank.
Toyin Adeniji, a 47-year-old aide to a former minister, Dapo Sarumi, has been shot dead in Lagos.
Mr Adeniji was shot by suspected cultists in the Agege area of the state on Monday, Nigerian Tribune reports.
According to witnesses, the deceased and some of his friends were discussing in front of the former minister’s residence at Oyewole Road, Agege, when the gunmen invaded the area and shot him at close range.
A witness quoted by the media outlet said he suspected that some political thugs in the community took part in the killing.
“The incident actually started in the evening, when one of the political thugs in the area, who is a notorious cultist and some of his boys invaded Oyewole Road and started shooting,” he said.
“Brother Toyin (the deceased) went to the Computer Village to buy a phone in the morning and later went to the mechanic workshop to repair his vehicle. He had just returned from the mechanic workshop, when the gunmen came again.
“When they came, they started shooting and went down the road. When they were coming back, they stopped at where Brother Toyin and others were sitting.
“Four of the people, who were with brother Toyin, escaped. The hoodlums caught the other four and started harassing them. Three others escaped, leaving only brother Toyin.”
Another witness said that the deceased was hit repeatedly across his face before he was shot.
“I heard one of the gunmen asking others not to waste the bullet, saying that they still have other things to do with the bullet,” she said.
Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos state police spokesperson, said seven suspects had been arrested in connection to Mr Adeniji’s death.
He said the investigation of the murder case had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID).
Dapo Sarumi was a former minister of information who contested the Social Democratic Party (SDP) governorship primary elections in 1991.
A yet-to-be-identified soldier was on Wednesday killed by policemen in Lagos.
SaharaReporters gathered that the incident happened in the Odogunyan area of Ikorodu.
“The soldier was killed at Odogunyan by policemen, he was in mufti. Immediately they realised he was an officer, they ran away to Ogijo police station.
“The soldiers mobilised to the station and burnt a danfo (bus) belonging to the police. There is chaos along Lagos/Sagamu Road. People are rushing home, shops closed,” a source told SaharaReporters.
Suspected cultists gang-rape Rivers pastor’s wife to death.
Family, group seek justice
Suspected members of a dreaded cult group have kidnapped and gang-raped to death a mother of two identified as Mrs. Chigbewejim Steward, in her community Abarikpo in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State.
The suspected cult members allegedly belonging to the Iceland cult were said to have abducted the woman and wife of a pastor in the wee hours of Sunday and a few hours later reportedly gang-raped her to death.
It was gathered that her lifeless body was found at about 10am in the community with multiple injuries and blood stains in her private parts.
Speaking to newsmen, the deceased’s husband, Pastor Lawyer Steward, confirmed the incident, saying he was informed that a known cultist accused his wife of always gossiping with his name.
Steward stated, “I am the husband of Chigbejim, who was murdered yesterday by a group of boys. After raping her, they murdered her.”
Asked if he had problems with anyone prior to the incident, the cleric said he was neither a cultist nor had issues with anyone.
“I am not a cultist; I am an Assistant Pastor in charge of Evangelism in the Seventh Day Adventist Church Abarikpo. Everybody in my community knows I am not a cultist.
“She gave birth to three children, one is late. My daughter is seven, while the little one, a boy, is three years’ old.
“One boy, Sunday, a cultist, claimed he slaughtered my wife because she gossiped and spoke against him. That people told him my wife always spoke against him.
“That is the reason he murdered her. He is a cultist,” said the distraught man. He revealed that the Ahoada Divisional Police Officer visited the scene on Sunday evening.
Steward called on the law enforcement agencies and the government to apprehend the perpetrators and make them to face justice.
“I am calling on the government to help me find those boys that kidnapped my wife, raped and murdered her.
“Let the government and the police help to arrest them and make them pay for what they did to my wife,” the cleric stated.
Speaking, the Public Relations Officer of Igbu Akoh Clan Youth Congress, Ahoada East LGA, Ekeakita Chinem, also confirmed the incident, saying the community had been experiencing a series of killings in recent times.
“So, like we have been having a series of killings in Akoh. When they kill, nobody goes after the bad boys. No security person goes after the bad boys.
“Mrs Steward was kidnapped around 1am; only for us to find out around 10am this morning that she was lifeless after being raped.
“She had bruises in her private parts, especially on her thighs. There was blood all over her body too.
“So, people are living in fear, nervous that no political leader or government agency goes after them. You report or don’t report, what will happen,” he said.
Asked if the matter was cult-related, Chinem answered in the negative, saying she was a married woman.
He recalled, “Late last year, we witnessed 11 killings in that same community. A member of one of the cult groups went to their camp and collected the AK-47 of their master and ran away to their community at Abarikpo. The cult leader sent his boys after him and innocent people; about 11 persons were killed.
“And till today, there is no investigation, no action was taken by the police to fish out the perpetrators from where they are hiding. Nothing at all.”
Meanwhile, a group, the Centre for Basic Rights Protection and Accountability Campaign, has condemned the abduction and rape of Mrs Steward, leading to her death.
The National Coordinator, Prince Wiro, called on the police to carry out proper investigation with a view to apprehending the culprits and making them face justice.
Wiro stated,” It is important that the police get to work. They must carry out a thorough investigation to ensure that the culprits are arrested so that the woman gets justice.”
Efforts to reach the spokesperson for the state police command, Grace Iringe-Koko, proved abortive, as she did not respond to calls put across to her.
Iringe-Koko, a Superintendent of Police, had yet to reply to a text message sent to her mobile telephone as of the time of filing this report.
Hoodlums have attacked and destroyed the tithe box and other property of the Motailatu Church of God, Oke-Idahun Parish, at Imafon Community in Akure North Local Government Area of the state.
The church, which is under the umbrella of the Cherubim and Seraphim denomination, was said to have been attacked on Friday.
After the destruction, the hoodlums were said to have set ablaze some items found in the church.
The church’s Resident Minister, Rev. David Akinadewo-Adekahunsi, who spoke on the matter on Sunday, said the footprints of the hoodlums were detected when he got to the church premises in the evening of the fateful day.
He said, “What first caught my attention was the damaged lectern placed on the altar and some broken bottles that littered the church auditorium.
“Many of the plastic chairs belonging to the church and offering trays were set ablaze inside the church. This is malicious damage and we don’t know who could have done this to the church of God.”
Akinadewo-Adekahunsi added that the church’s hymn books and other items kept in a room in the uncompleted church building were also destroyed while the church’s prayer room was also touched by the attackers.
They damaged the window nets, but they could not gain access to the prayer room due to the burglary proof. But they damaged the tithe box,” the cleric stated.
He said the matter had been reported at the Oda Police Division, Akure, and he was assured that those behind the attack will be apprehended.
When contacted, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Mrs Funmilayo Odunlami, confirmed the incident but said she was yet to get full details.
“I will get back as soon as the DPO sends me the full details,” the PPRO said.
JUST IN: Protest rocks Abeokuta over fuel, naira scarcity
A protest broke out in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital on Tuesday when residents poured into the roads and streets over biting scarcity of cash and the attendant excruciating pains.
Aladesanmi, Fajol and Somorin in Obantoko area of Abeokuta were taken over by the protesters, making bonfires and chanting anti – CBN songs.
The Sapon branch of First Bank was also vandalised as the protesters attempted to set it ablaze.
Ogun Police spokesman, Abimbola Oyeyemi, who confirmed the protest to The Nation, said officers are monitoring the situation to prevent the destruction of property and loss of lives.
Oyeyemi, a Superintendent of Police (SP), said a group of boys is involved, stressing the Command was studying the protesters to know whether they are Okada riders or not.
Although the police stormed the locations and dispersed the protesters, they regrouped as soon as the operatives withdrew from the scene in greater intensity and made bonfires with disused tires.
The situation disrupted vehicular movement as motorists and pedestrians ran off the road in safe directions to avoid the protesters.
Eagle’s Sight News has just gathered that an Ondo- based cleric Pastor Paul Oyewole has been arraigned before a Chief Magistrate’s Court in Ondo town for faking his own death to avoid paying N3m he borrowed from a member of his church. The Nation reports.
Oyewole was said to have falsely published and posted his obituary on a social media platform after he sent a fake bank alert to his creditor, Boyede Emmanuel.
According to the Nationonlinenews, Oyewole was arraigned for fraudulently obtaining the money under the pretence to pay back the money within seven days.
He was further alleged to have falsely published and posted his obituary on WhatsApp after he had sent a fake alert to an account, knowing fully that he did not have such an amount in his bank account.
Oyewole was alleged to have threatened the complainant on phone with the intent to intimidate him and conducted himself in a manner likely to cause a breach of the peace, by stripping himself naked in front of the complainant’s house.
STOP CHARACTER ASSASINATION: MR. OLONADE EYITAYO (OYRTMA OFFICER) WAS ACCUSED OF SEXUAL HARRASEMENT BY MRS AKANDE’S HUSBAND NOT MOGAJI AKIN FAGBEMI- OYRTMA RESPONDS
27th January, 2023.
Attention of the Oyo State Road Transport Management Authority (OYRTMA) has been drawn to a misleading publication making the rounds on social media emanating from one faceless blog, Premiumdailys.com. The blog, in an unsubstantiated article titled “OYRTMA Ad-hoc Staff Alleged Boss, Fagbemi of Sexual Harassment, Physical Torture Leads to Lost of Pregnancy” had alleged the presumed involvement of our Executive Chairman, Mogaji Akin Fagbemi Ph.D in the loss of a pregnancy of one Mrs. Akande Victoria who according to the blog was an OYRTMA ad-hoc staff.
Ordinarily, it is not in the nature of this Authority to issue a rejoinder on issues emanating from faceless political oppositions through gutter journalism devoid of reasonable contents and apparently targeted at tarnishing the image of the Oyo State Government led by His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde and particularly the fast-rising public image of the Executive Chairman of OYRTMA, Mogaji Akin Fagbemi especially at this crucial period of politics and elections.
However, in the best interest of the general public, it is important we issue this rejoinder to put the records straight and avoid continuous spread of misinformation.
The Authority received a letter dated 23rd December 2022 from one Mr. Ogunlade Oladele Akande, husband to Mrs. Akande Victoria titled “Complain on Olonade Eyitayo, Who Absconded with Akande Victoria, My Wife” (see attached). This letter was fortified with pictorial evidences of alleged illicit sexual affairs between Mrs. Akande Victoria and Mr. Olonade Eyitayo (see attached) who is an Officer of the Authority. Mr. Ogunlade (Akande) had through the letter disclosed that his wife, Mrs. Akande Victoria had left home since August, 2022 claiming to have travelled to Ife town only to be told by different people that she was at different times sighted with Officer Olonade Eyitayo in Oyo town.
Upon receipt of these grievous allegations against the person of Officer Olonade Eyitayo, the Executive Chairman of the OYRTMA, Mogaji Akin Fagbemi had constituted a five-man panel of enquiry led by the General Manager of the Authority, Mr. Adeoye Kola Ayoade to unravel the nitty-gritty of the matter. The panel of enquiry swung into action and visited the operational base of Officer Olonade Eyitayo in Oyo town to meet with all concerned. It was at this point that the panel met one Mrs. Akande Victoria claiming to be a secretary to Officer Olonade Eyitayo.
Investigations during the visit revealed some unexplainable financial dealings linked to Mrs. Akande Victoria and as at the time of writing this rejoinder, the investigations are still ongoing internally to ascertain the true picture of events. Contrary to claims of assault and physical harassment in the article, it is imperative to state that at no point during the investigation process was Mrs. Akande Victoria or any other person for that matter physically assaulted or brutalized. This could be affirmed to by eyewitnesses including OYRTMA Officials present and family relatives of both Officer Olonade and Mrs. Victoria who were present at the scene.
In its official response to Mr. Ogunlade’s letter of complaint, the Authority had through a letter dated 4th January, 2023 explained the immediate actions the Authority had taken to get the facts of the matter and restore normalcy in accordance to the rules of engagement of the Authority (see attached).
While expressing his personal appreciation to the Executive Chairman of the Authority, Mogaji Akin Fagbemi for his quick intervention on the matter, Mr. Ogunlade, husbad to Mrs. Victoria Akande had through a text message sent to the Authority disclosed that only the wife could explain anything about the alleged pregnancy as she was not diagnosed pregnant before absconding from home in August, 2022. He also said that the Authority would receive official communication from his personal lawyer on or before next week to appreciate the Executive Chairman for his roles in resolving the impasse with his estranged wife.
Since investigations into the entire matter is yet to be concluded hitherto, it is highly preemptive of anyone especially some paid bloggers to go about misinforming the public on official civil service issues that are still undergoing administrative investigations and procedures in line with civil service rules and regulations.
To this end, publishers of premiumdailys.com and their cohorts are strongly advised to within three (3) working days tender unreserved public apology published in at least three prominent National Dailies including The Nigerian Tribune and two others, to the person of the Executive Chairman of OYRTMA, Mogaji Akin Fagbemi Ph.D for publicizing fake news and distorted information in an attempt to smear his hard-earned name and that of the Authority. Failure to comply with this advice might lead to serious litigations.
Again, the Authority appreciates the good people of Oyo State for standing by her towards ensuring safety on the roads at all times even in the face of serious provocations and oppositions by serial road traffic offenders and those hell-bent on transgressing the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority Law, 2009.
Eagle’s Sight News has just gathered that a woman identified as Mrs Charity Upev has been arrested by the Benue State Police Command for allegedly beating her husband’s 10-year-old relative to death.
As contained in viral reports , this medium understands that the suspect, who hails from Edo State, allegedly beat the minor to death at her home in Makurdi, the state’s capital, on Tuesday morning, January 24, 2023.
It was gathered that she allegedly attacked the minor for eating her chin chin without her permission. She also allegedly brutalized and broke the leg of the deceased’s sibling.
According to reports, her husband brought the two children, who are his relatives, to live with her because his children are grown and are in the university.
Eagle’s Sight News reports that fire has gutted the raw materials warehouse of Sumal Foods Limited, situated at Oluyole Industrial Estate, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
According to viral reports , this medium understands that the sad incident happened Wednesday morning.
As at the time of filling this report,the cause of the inferno is yet to be ascertained .
The Federal Road Safety Corps has confirmed the death of four persons in a fatal motor accident which occurred at Opa Community in Akure South Local Government Area of the state along the Akure- Ondo highway.
According to Punch,the Ondo Sector Commander of the corps, Mr Ezekiel Sonallah, said the crash occurred at about 5 pm on Sunday.
According to him, the accident involved a Silver Color Toyota Corolla with number plate RSH 196AX and a Green Nissan Almera with number plate JTA279EJ heading to Ondo city from Akure.
He said, “The number of people involved is 11, four male adults, five female adults and two male children.
“Three female adults and one male adult died in the crash.”
He said those injured had been taken to the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital, Ondo, while the remains of the deceased had been deposited at the morgue.
The FRSC boss further said that the victims’ luggage had been handed over to the police.
Bolanle Raheem: Suspected Killer Cop Pleads Not Guilty
Eagle’s Sight News has gathered that the suspected killer cop and an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Mr. Drambi Vandi, Monday, pleaded not guilty to the alleged killing of a Lagos-based lawyer, Mrs. Omobolanle Raheem, on Christmas Day.
ASP Vandi came up with his not-guilty plea position after being arraigned by the Lagos State Government on one count of murder, contrary to Section 223 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015.
The court proceeding, which was slated for 9 am, had suffered setbacks until about 11am when Vandi’s counsel, Mr. Adetokunbo Odutola arrived.
It would be recalled that when the matter was earlier called, the Lagos State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Moyo Onigbanjo (SAN) who is leading the prosecution had informed the High Court of Lagos State, TBS, presided over by Justice I.O. Harrison, that he was informed the defence counsel was still on his way.
Recall Eagle’s Sight News had reported that Raheem was shot dead on Christmas Day while she was in a car with her family at Ajah Under-bridge.
Ajah is a popular area in Lagos, along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
As gathered from, Sahara reported in a recent update,the State Attorney General, Moyosore Onigbanjo, SAN, informed the court on Monday that there was a witness in court and the state was ready to commence trial.
The defence counsel, Adetokunbo Odutola, who did not oppose the application pleaded with the court for an accelerated hearing.
A police inspector, Mathew Ahmen who gave his testimony as the first prosecution witness, said Vandi was the leader of their team.
The officer said he was sandwiched by Vandi and another officer identified as Inspector Dimini.
He said Dimini flagged down Raheem’s car but its driver did not stop. He said he also flagged down the car but the driver did not stop.
He said, “The next thing I heard was a gunshot and I looked back to see what was happening and I saw that a windscreen was falling.
“The next thing I saw again was a dark woman who jumped down from the vehicle and I heard her saying ‘oga, you have killed my sister.’ The woman held him and before I and Dimini could get to them, they had entered the car, locked it and left.”
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The spate of violence in Imo State continued unabated on Saturday morning when gunmen struck at a Permanent Voter Cards (PVC) collection centre at Afor Oru, headquarters of Ahiazu Mbaise local government area.
An eyewitness who narrated what happened to Pointblanknews.com said the gunmen who did not meet any of the officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ended up killing the security man without laying their hands on the cards.
According to the eyewitness, who pleaded anonymity, “The gunmen came this morning. They drove straight to the PVC collection centre which is in the Chairman’s guest house inside the Council secretariat.
“If you recall, hoodlums vandalised the INEC office in the local government which is behind the Chioma Ajunwa Stadium and the sole administrator, Chief Tony Anakani, gave INEC his guest house inside the expansive council secretariat for use.
“That was where the gunmen came. Fortunately, none of the INEC staff was around. Some people said they had information of an imminent attack and stayed away.
“So, they took the security man at the PVC collection centre, one young man from Umuezuo village, Umuokirika, in their vehicle and drove just outside the Council Secretariat gate, brought him out and shot him dead.
“Nobody knows while they killed him and they left his body there and drove away.”
Another source said on their way out, the gunmen also stopped a car driven by one Mr. John Onuoha, younger brother to late Chief P.C. Onuoha, a prominent politician who hailed from Ihitte-Afoukwu community also in Ahiazu-Mbaise LGA.
Chief Onuoha, a member of the Imo State House of Assembly in the Second Republic and a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) died last year.
According to our source: “Jovak (John Onuoha) was driving home when he ran into the hoodlums. They stopped him and asked him what he was doing on that road at that time. The road from Ahiara Junction through Afor Oru, Ihitte-Afoukwu to Aba Branch passed in front of the Ahiazu-Mbaise Council Secretariat.
“Jovak told them he was going home. They thought he was coming to the PVC collection centre. They ordered him out of his car, ransacked it and didn’t see anything other than money and perfume. They didn’t touch the money but took the bottle of perfume in his car.
“They told him that he was lucky, that they were looking for politicians and Jovak told them that he has nothing to do with politics. That was why they left him and asked him to go.”
The whole area is tensed up and people are wondering who is behind the violence that has engulfed the entire state, said our source.Sourced from Pointblank news
Eagle’s Sight News has just gathered that a midnight fire incident has destroyed goods worth millions of naira in at least 25 shops at the popular Araromi Spare Parts Market in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
According to an updated report gathered from PUNCH Metro, this medium understands that the inferno occurred around 2am on Saturday as a result of the indiscriminate burning of refuse.
One of the spare parts sellers, Olajide Ige, told our correspondent on the phone that about 10 shops were affected and goods worth millions of naira were razed.
However, the General Manager, Oyo State Fire Service, Rev. Canon Akinyinka, who confirmed the incident in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Saturday in Ibadan, said 25 shops were razed.
Oyo Police Confirm One Dead As Commuters Clash At Ring Road In Ibadan
Eagle’s Sight News earlier reported about the incident that occured between a angry Driver that resulted to the death of a depatxh rider along the ring road axis of Ibadan.
According to an updated report gathered from source, the Oyo state Police Command has confirmed that one Agbo Godwin has been knocked down to death by an angry road user along Ring Road, Ibadan.
Adeoye Adekunle became very angry after being overtaken by the deceased while driving in his LEXUS SUV with REG.NO EKY 337 EL along High Court/Ring road.
According to a press statement on Friday January 13 by the Oyo state Police Command made available to Westernmirror.com.ng indicates that the deceased was knocked down by Adekunle following an initial argument that ensued between them.
Police preliminary investigation revealed that the deceased, who at the time was riding an unregistered BAJAJ BOXER MOTORCYCLE dangerously overtook the Suspect’s vehicle at a point of negotiation, leading to the initial provocation on the part of the suspect leading to a verbal exchange of insults from both parties.
The case which was earlier transfered to Iyaganku Divisionl Police Headquarters on grounds of jurisdictional competence has since been ordered by the Commissioner of Police, CP Adebowale Williams to be transferred to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department.
The suspect according to the Police statement will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
“The Oyo State Police Command under the amiable leadership of CP Adebowale Williams psc (+), fdc maintains an highly responsive and proactive stance towards Professionalism, discipline, respect for the right of citizens and the rule of law.
“On Friday, 06/01/2023 at about 2030hrs, One Agbo Emmanuel (Brother to the Deceased) reported a case of fatal motor accident involving his younger brother, one Agbo Godwin ‘m’ aged 32yrs (Now Deceased) and Adeoye Adekunle ‘m’ age 37yrs who ran over his Brother with his LEXUS SUV with REG.NO EKY 337 EL along High Court/Ring road after an argument had earlier ensued between them.
“Preliminary investigation revealed the deceased, who at the time was riding an unregistered BAJAJ BOXER MOTORCYCLE dangerously overtook the Suspect’s vehicle at a point of negotiation, leading to the initial provocation on the part of the suspect and this immediately transited into a verbal exchange of insults from both parties.
“Overwhelmed with rage, the Suspect, Adeoye Adekunle charged, chased and eventually knocked the deceased to death along Ring-Road axis, Ibadan.
“Worthy of note is that though the case was first reported at OLUYOLE Divisional Police Headquarters, it had to be transferred to Iyaganku Divisional Police Headquarters on grounds of Jurisdictional competence, a major factor in any investigative procedure.
“Consequential to Scientific findings and other forensic evidence gathered, the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Police Command, CP Adebowale Williams has since ordered that the case be transferred to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department.
“The Suspect would be charged to court upon completion of diligent investigations.
“Further developments will be communicated accordingly, please.” The Oyo Police statement concluded.
‘Angry’ Driver kills Dispatch Rider on Ibadan Highway. Police Say It’s a ‘Bailable Offence
Godwin Agbo, a dispatch rider with the online shopping mall Jumia, was knocked down by Adeoye Adekunle, who drove a Lexus RX with registration number EKY 337 EL, around Forte Oil, Ring Road, in the Oluyole area of Ibadan on Friday because of what Emmanuel Agbo, the deceased ‘s brother, described as a minor argument.
In the night, Agbo was rushed to two clinical hospitals, where he was pronounced dead before “his corpse was brought back to the incident scene”.
On Monday, FIJ learnt, Emmanuel put a phone call through to SP Adewale Osifeso, the Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, complaining bitterly about how irresponsibly the police officers stationed at the Iyaganku Police Division were handling the matter.
Godwin Agbo
A Forte Oil attendant, Ambrose, said “the driver was driving at a very high speed and Godwin’s bike was in the front. He drove away after hitting Godwin, and passed through the one way in a bid to escape. But then, a trailer was making a U-turn and he was caught by the two riders that ran after him.”
Another eyewitness, Sunday, who is a shoe trader, stated that Godwin was still alive at “the point he was crushed”.
“I begged the people to help take him to the hospital, and we did but he was rejected. When we got back to the scene from the hospital, the driver attempted to run away but he was intercepted by some angry mob,” he said.
“I was sat with the driver on the same bike when he was being taken to Oluyole Police Station. We were given two police officers to follow us down to Iyagunku Police Station, where the case was later transferred to.”
Asked whether the murder was intentional or accidental, Adekunle’s brother, Kola, told FIJ on Thursday that “this time around we can’t even say whether it was accidental or intentional. A life has been lost, and we have to sympathise with the family. I can’t really talk about the issue for now because of the family. I hope you understand”.
“Let me burst your bubble: his phone was stolen. So many things were stolen from his car at the scene of the incident. But who do we explain those ones to? This is Nigeria, and people can go on social media and say what they like.”
‘THEY TOOK US TO THE MORTUARY’
“He was chasing him with his car till he hit him down and ran over him,” Emmanuel said of the killer of his brother. “He tried to escape but was later apprehended.”
“I doubt my brother had cast him stones as the driver and Iyagunku Police Station claim. It was just a misunderstanding that happened between them, which is a common thing on highways among drivers and riders.
“My brother was taken to two clinical hospitals. He was rejected and later his corpse was brought back to the scene. The eyewitnesses took the suspect to Oluyole Police Station, where he was later transferred to the Iyaganku Police Station. That was how Iyaganku patrol vehicle came to the scene, took my elder brother, the deceased, and me to the mortuary in Oke-Ado, Ibadan. We deposited the corpse on Friday night,” he added.
Emmanuel explained that when he got to the police station on Saturday, “the way the Divisional Police Officer of Iyaganku, CSP Akintunde Oyeniran, was handling the case was just abnormal”.
“I suspect the DPO had a relationship with the killer, because the murder case was not registered with them,” he said.
“That was why they (the police) transferred the case from Oluyole because they knew Iyaganku DPO would act in the favour of the killer family, a clear cooperation between the two police stations and the suspect’s family.”
‘IT IS A BAILABLE OFFENCE’
Oyeniran called on the phone on Tuesday, telling FIJ that he was not permitted by the law to discuss such matters with the press and that we should speak with the PPRO instead.
Before then, on Saturday, the DPO had told the Agbo family that “it was a bailable offence”.
“How would you say it’s a bailable offence when our brother is lying in the mortuary dead? An intentional murder that is not accidental,” Emmanuel retorted.
“He killed him on purpose. He was chasing him. It was not an accident. The DPO was like ‘Shebi we too dey drive nah; shey we no dey do mistake?’ It was your brother who stone the suspect. If he no look for trouble, shey dey go kill am?’
“Two policemen were on the ground when he was saying the jargon he was saying, that it’s a bailable offence, that he could be bailed anytime.”
Emmanuel had received a call from the inspector of police at the Iyaganku division, inviting him for a consensus that it was “an accident”.
“They were taking the case as a minor case, a case that should have been transferred to the state CID. They did not even go to the scene to carry out any investigation but were just concluding that it was an accident,” he said.
“After some eyewitnesses narrated how intentionally, and not accidentally, my brother was murdered to the DPO, he ordered the police officers not to release him on bail.
“Then, in the evening, after an interval of 30 minutes, I got a call from the IP, who told me that they would be taking the matter to the court on Tuesday as an accident case. I told him emphatically that it was a pure murder case. A policeman who was within earshot snapped in, ‘Why would you be treating these people like that? Is it because they don’t have money or they don’t have anybody to support them?”
‘THEY CAME FOR BARGAINING’
FIJ spoke with the state PPRO Adewale Osifeso on the phone on Tuesday, who did confirm the incident and stated categorically that he had told the complainant (Emmanuel) to issue a formal complaint to the Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Williams, about their grievances on how the Iyaganku police division was handling the case.
“I have told them (the victims) they have every right to walk to the commissioner of police, stating their fears and how they want immediate intervention in the matter. I even volunteered that as soon as they got there they should call me and I would take them to his office,” Osifeso said.
However, Emmanuel told FIJ plans had been made to go to the commissioner’s office on Tuesday but then the family of the suspect had already taken the matter to the court in the early hours of the day and that the same family had come to negotiate with them in the family home (the Agbos), promising that they were going to bear the responsibilities of Agbo’s burial, his wife and his three children.
“We just concluded that what has happened has happened. They came in a crowd, including two pastors, pleading that the case should not proceed. They asked what they should do. And we concluded that they would cater for the burial, cater for his (Agbo’s) three children,” he said.
“That same time the case was taken to court, their family members had come begging and negotiating. I don’t even know the tactic or game plan hidden there.”
Ige is a reporter with FIJ, in partnership with Report for the World, which matches local newsrooms with talented emerging journalists to report on under-covered issues around the globe. SOURCE FROM FIG.NG
In a move being hailed as a major achievement, the Rivers State Police Command has busted a child trafficking syndicate operating in Port Harcourt, the state capital.
Acting on intelligence, the C4i Intelligence Unit Operatives of the Command over the weekend raided two buildings at Igwuruta and Omagwa communities respectively, both in the Ikwerre Local Government Area of the state where victims of child trafficking were being kept.
Some of the victim are as young as 15 years old and are heavily pregnant while others nurse infants.
They were lured with the promise of financial reward depending on the sex of the baby they delivered.
One of the victims said she was promised the sum of N800,000 if she births a male child, and N700,000 for a female.
This position is corroborated by Peace, who is one of the four arrested suspects believed to be running the syndicate. The suspect claimed she merely provided shelter and care for the pregnant girls in her home.
Providing an update on the incident however, the police spokesperson in Rivers, Grace Iringe-Koko explained that at the moment, both the victims and suspects are in the custody of the CP Monitoring Unit but will soon be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation.
A child trafficking ring run by an alleged fake reverend sister was also busted in the state in 2022 and the children recovered have since been reunited with their families.Sourced from channels
A former military governor of Osun State, Col. Anthony Uzoma Obi (retd), is dead.
The announcement of his death was made in a statement by the family on Monday, January 02, 2023.
When he died: Colonel Obi who served as the military governor of Osun State between August 1996 and August 1998, died on Saturday, January 1, 2023, as announced by his family.
Statement by Family: “We, the Family of His Excellency, Rtd Colonel Anthony Uzoma Obi, humbly announce the gentle passing of our Patriarch and head of the family on Saturday, 1st of January, 2023
“Our father was a Lion, a warrior, a brave soldier who served the Nation Nigeria as a Two Time Military Administrator and Governor of Osun State and Abia State Nigeria
“Anthony Uzoma Obi was a loving husband first and a devoted father who instilled love, discipline, and humility in all he did on his time on earth.
“He shared with us a love deeply portrayed all through his life, and he, most importantly, was the bravest man we ever knew.
“We ask that in this time of our grief, that prayers and goodwill are directed towards our family in this trying moment.
“Adieu Colonel A. U. Obi, your whole family will forever keep your memory alive, through the mercy of God,” the statement reads.
Osun state mourns: Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of Osun State has mourned the demise of the former military administrator of the State, Colonel Anthony Uzoma Obi (rtd), describing his death as painful.
In a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Ismail Omipidan, Governor Oyetola condoled the family of the deceased and hailed his contributions to governance in Osun State.
He noted he was one of the leaders who laid the foundation of the state and served Nigeria and Osun State in particular selflessly and passionately.
Governor Oyetola prayed to God to grant the soul of the deceased eternal rest and give his bereaved family, friends and associates the fortitude to bear the huge loss.
The gunmen set the vehicle conveying the policemen on fire and four officers died in the inferno.
Reports affirmed that some police officers attached to the former governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, were killed on Monday, January 2, 2023, when gunmen attacked the former governor’s convoy.Eagle’s Sight News has just gathered.
It was gathered that the incident happened while the former governor was returning from Orieagu in Ehime Mbano area of the state.
Eyewitness accounts according to Daily Trust stated that when the gunmen were unable to get Ohakim, they attacked the backup vehicle conveying the police and set it on fire.
Four police officers reportedly died in the inferno.
The ex-governor, who was said to be with two of his children when the gunmen struck reportedly called for a reinforcement, which was shortly sent to Owerri after the gunmen had escaped.
A source who spoke to The Punch said the gunmen were disappointed that they didn’t get the ex-governor who is believed to be their primary target.
The source said, “his excellency was the main target but his driver was smart enough to beat them because they were driving to block him.
“Disappointed that their main target had escaped, they blocked his backup vehicle and burnt it. The four policemen with him burnt.”
Ohakim served as Governor of Imo state between 2007 and 2011.
Notorious terrorist, Dankarami, who is also known as Gwaska, has escaped a bombing raid by the Nigerian Air Force with serious injuries after his hideout in Zurmi was bombarded on Saturday morning.
PRNigeria, an online news medium, reported that 16 militants of Mr Dankarami’s gang were killed by the air strike.
“A reliable and impeccable source privy to the modus operandi of the terrorist kingpin has confirmed overhearing the terrorist lamenting on the determination of the military to eliminate him and his family.
“He was also heard to have complained bitterly on the New Year’s Eve air strikes, which lasted for several hours, killing over 16 of his cohorts and destroying his newly built house as well as his enclave,” the military intelligence operative disclosed to PRNigeria.
The Air Force spokesperson, Edward Gabkwet, confirmed the air raid to PRNigeria.
“The directive of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, is that there is no hiding place for all terrorists and their supporters wherever they may remain active even as we cross into the New Year,” he told the newspaper.
A resident of Zurmi, Nura Kabiru, said he didn’t know the number of those killed but confirmed he saw the Air Force jets hovering around in the morning.
“We’ll not know how many of them (bandits) killed but I, like many others, saw the jets. Our only concern is that the bandits will now attack more rural communities in retaliation for this (air strikes),” he told PREMIUM TIMES over the phone.
Mr Dankarami, who is from the Zurmi Local Government Area in Zamfara, is notorious for terrorising residents of areas in Northern Zamfara and Western Katsina States.
He has carried out a series of attacks on residents of the two states and he is averse to dialogue. He is one of the few terrorist leaders that didn’t accept the peace accord extended to the bandits by the Zamfara State government in 2019.
FUEL SCARCITY: Tears😭 As A Man Queueing At Petrol Station Dies In His Car In Ibadan- Eagle’s Sight News[Read Here In Full]
A yet-to-be-identified man has reportedly died in Oluyole Estate, in the Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State, while queuing to buy fuel at a petrol station in the community.
The incident happened on Thursday.
As contain in Punch, it was gathered that nobody was aware that the man, who rested his head on his steering, had given up the ghost on the queue until when other customers were pressing their car horns to alert him to move forward that they realized that he was dead.
The victim’s car, with number plate AKD 878 GP, had been moved to the nearest police station, while his corpse was deposited in an undisclosed morgue.
A source said, “The man’s identity is still unknown. He looked like an Alhaji and was sitting in his car with one leg on the pedal while the other on the ground with his door opened.”
The manager of the station, who asked to be identified only as Mr Joseph, said the case had been reported to the police, and the body taken away. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, could not be reached for a reaction as of the time of filing this report.
N10m relief fund: We have been shortchanged – Victims of Ibadan tanker fire raise alarm
. Eagle’s Sight News has just gathered that scores of victims of a tanker fire incident that occurred in the Apata area of Ibadan, Oyo State capital, have alleged that they have been shortchanged.Daily post reports.
The victims made this disclosure during a protest in Ibadan on Thursday.
Recall that a petrol tanker recently lost control and caught fire in Apata.
It was gathered that some houses and shops were burnt during the incident that occurred on 15th December 2022
It was learned that Governor Seyi Makinde who visited the area some hours after the incident announced a sum of N10m as a palliative for the affected traders.
The affected people during a protest on Thursday alleged that the wrong people collected the money, calling on Gov Makinde to come to their aid.
The victims stormed the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, secretariat at Iyaganku in Ibadan on Thursday bearing placards with various inscriptions. They asserted that they were sidelined while others claimed they were given insignificant shares of the money.
According to them, 45 beneficiaries were listed but after the money was released, the list grew to more than 70.
They also claimed that the beneficiaries list was later doctored to accommodate those who were not affected, while the four representatives apportioned to themselves the lion’s shares of the money.
One of the victims, Adunni Olasunkanmi, said that the house she lived in and stored her goods was burnt but she was only given a sum of one hundred thousand naira.
She alleged that many people who were not affected were given huge sums of money.
She said: “My name is Olasunkanmi Adunni, a bread and essential goods seller affected by the fire. The first day that the governor visited the scene of the accident, he promised to give us N10m as a relief fund, and later, his representatives brought the cash to us.
“There were 45 names on the list but unfortunately, that list increased with those who were not affected included. We don’t know the new beneficiaries. The house I lived in and stored my goods was burnt and I was only lucky to escape with my four children.
“Initially, the sum of N500,000 was penciled as the amount I was to collect but I was only given N100,000. Aminat Bamidele, who did not lose anything to the fire because she was not among the traders affected got N300,000. Someone who claimed to be a shoemaker got N200,000. I lost over N12m worth of property to the fire”.
Another protester, Temilade Makinde, whose store was burnt in the fire, said she was promised N500,000 but got N60,000.
She urged Gov Makinde to investigate the disbursement of the money.
“A day before the fire incident, I stocked the store with N1.3m worth of foodstuff but everything is gone including the building housing the store. In the list, N500,000 was estimated as compensation for me but after the list was doctored, I was given N60,000. We appeal to the governor to investigate the disbursement of the money and retrieve victims’ money from imposters, ” she said Source: Daily Post
Outrage As Policeman Kills Lagos Lawyer On Christmas Day
A policeman has allegedly shot and killed a lawyer, Mrs. Omobolanle Raheem, at the Ajiwe area of Ajah, Lagos State, on Christmas Day. Mrs. Omobolanle Raheem is a member of the Lagos Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).
She was shot at close range by the yet to be identified Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP).
The Nation gathered that the family was on its way back from church when the incident happened under the Ajah bridge and near the police station.
The alleged killer cop and two other members of his team have been arrested.
It was learnt that the policemen were allegedly extorting motorists on the highway and had asked Raheem’s husband, who was driving to park their vehicle.
According to the deceased’s junior colleague, her husband slowed down and was waiting for the car Infront of them to move so he could park properly.
“My boss Barr Omobolanle Raheem was shot dead by a police officer on her way back from Christmas service at Ajah under bridge.
“Her family just called me now, that they need a lawyer to stand in for them before the police changes the narrative.
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“They have taken the matter to Ajiwe Police Station. The police officer is from Ajiwe station.
“Her husband was the one driving, Barr. Omobolanle was seated in the front with her husband.
“The officer asked them to park and they needed the vehicle in front to move so they can park well, and immediately the police officer shot at a close range right into her chest.
“On seeing what happened, the remaining police officers on duty there absconded.
“After a while, some policemen came and moved her body to the mortuary in Yaba, without obtaining any consent from her family members.
“Currently her family has located where they moved her body to.
“I am currently not in Lagos. I thought of bringing this to you for your assistance and guidance,” she wrote.
Confirming the incident, spokesman for the command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, described the incident as unfortunate and avoidable.
He confirmed that the alleged shooter and two other of his team members were in detention and would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Yaba, for further action.
“Unfortunate and avoidable incident that was. The ASP that shot and two others with him have since been taken into custody.
“They are to be moved to the SCID for further investigation,” he said.
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Eagle’s Sight News gathered that two men have been reportedly caught yesterday by vigilante at Okpachala, Idah LG area of Kogi state for stealing of aluminium cable meant for community electricity.
According to reports, during an interrogation with one of the criminals, he said it was because of a lady he promised to buy Christmas clothes that pushed him to the act, while his second blamed devil.
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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, approved the contract for the execution of the junction improvement works at some strategic locations in Ibadan metropolis.
The approval was granted at the State Executive Council meeting held at Governor’s Office, Agodi on Monday.
While briefing State House correspondent on Tuesday, the Commissioner for Works and Transport, Professor Kehinde Sangodoyin, said the projects would serve as a major catalyst for traffic solutions at the highlited locations.
Sangodoyin added that the projects, which wad awarded to messrs Planet Project ltd, would cost the sum of N10.3b.
Similarly, the governor sympathised with traders whose properties were lost in the tanker fire disaster on Thursday, at Apata area of Ibadan.
The governor announced the immediate release of N10m Naira palliative for the victims to minimise the painful effect of the incident.
“I have just asked that an immediate relief of N10m should be given to them at least to have something for this holiday while we look at the list and extent of the losses here,” He said.
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