Quote:EFCC Arrests 42 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Awka, Enugu

Operatives of the Enugu Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested 42 suspected internet fraudsters in separate operations in Awka and Enugu.

Twenty-nine (29) of the suspects were arrested in Awka while thirteen (13) were arrested in Enugu following intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet fraud.

The suspects are: Chimezie Anyamutaku, Chinonso Dominic, Onyekachi Nwankwo,Ikenna Austin, Chinonso Anthony Caesar,Felix Okechukwu Chikagu, Dera Okoye, Victor Onyebuchi, Emmanuel Ifeanyi,Emeka Izu John, Raphael Gbughemobi,Okorie Charles,Onyeoji Chukwuemeka,Enem Bontis Obinna Udoka,Chibueze Udechukwu Ofor, Lawrence Oyegu, Soburu Kingsley, and Ikechukwu Umeakunne.

Others include Pascal Benjamin,Emeka Valentine,Nzube Kenneth Paul, Kelechi Elvis,Emmanuel Nwugo, Henry Onyebuchi Okoli,Uchechukwu Kachi ,Onyekachi Promise,Innocent Victor Ikenna ,Ekene Emmanuel, Chisom Nwora, Emmanuel Dimgba, Martin Chukwudalu, Nweze Desmond, Franklin Archibong, Austin Ikpeoha, Arinze Osakwe, Chukwuemeka Franklin, Emmanuel Murewa, Echefulam Uche, Ugochukwu Eze, Goodman Samuel, Emmanuel Nwoye and Ekene Udeh.

Some of the items recovered from them include laptops, several phones and nine luxury vehicles including two Lexus ES350, one Acura ZDX , one Lexus GS300, a Toyota Camry sedan, a Mercedes Benz ML320, one Lexus RX330, a Lexus ES330 and one Mercedes Benz GLK350.

The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

Quote:AFTER THE FIRES: now flash floods ravage Turkey - stranding villagers on rooftops, sweeping away cars and triggering mudslides

Turkish rescuers evacuated a regional hospital on Wednesday and plucked stranded villagers off rooftops as flash floods and mudslides swept across the Black Sea coast.

From a meteorological point of view, we are perhaps facing a disaster that we had not seen in 50 or 100 years,' Agriculture and Forestry Minister Bekir Pakdemirli said of the flooding and heavy rains.

The downpours along Turkey's northern coast came as firefighters had just about got under control wildfires in the south that have killed eight people since late July.

Turkey has been grappling with drought and a rapid succession of natural disasters that world scientists believe are becoming more frequent and violent because of climate change.

Health Minsister Fahrettin Koca tweeted that a hospital holding 45 patients - four of them in intensive care - had been evacuated in the northern Sinop region because of flooding.

The local authority tweeted images of rescuers pulling dinghies carrying patients away from the hospital along flooded streets.

Images aired by the DHA news agency showed water covering the hospital's ground floor.

Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said water levels had reached three to four metres (10 to 13 feet) in some regions along the Black Sea coast.

Images on television and social media showed water level rising to the level of street signs in some towns.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xks2bLgjLCs

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9884511/Flash-floods-wreak-havoc-Turkey.html

Kidnapped wife and 8-month-old son of former Zamfara councillor regain freedom (photos)







Hassana Saudaki, the wife of a former Zamfara councillor, and her eight-month-old baby, have regained freedom. 
 
The 26-year-old mother and her son were abducted by suspected bandits who stormed their residence at the Government Residential Quarter in Damba, Gusau, on Wednesday.  

 
Haruna Babangida Damba, the former councillor of Tudun-Wada Gusau ward, confirmed the release of his wife and son on Friday, August 13. 
 


 
 

Bandits reportedly kill engineer after collecting N11m ransom in Kaduna


Bandits have killed an engineer after collecting N11m ransom in Kaduna State.
 
A source, who has been part of the negotiations for the Baptist College students, disclosed this in an interview with Punch. 
 
The source, who did not want to be mentioned because of the sensitive nature of the matter, disclosed this while responding to enquiries about fresh updates on the students held captive by bandits.

 
"There is a company in Kaduna which has a Chinese staff, one local and one other Yoruba engineer. Bandits kidnapped three of them. Negotiation has been going on since last week Thursday. Finally, they now resolved that N11m should be given," the source said.
 
"The person that went to deliver the money; the bandits collected the N11m, shot the Yoruba engineer, killed him and asked the person to carry the corpse to the owner of the company and tell him he’s not serious.

 
“The bandits told him to carry the corpse back to the man because the N11m is too small, while they kept the Chinese and one other man. This happened just about two hours ago. The person who took the money (to the bandits) is struggling with the corpse.” 

Mum shot dead by her toddler as colleagues watched on Zoom call







A mum was on a Zoom call when she was shot dead by her child who had picked up a loaded gun.
 
Shamaya Lynn, 21, from Florida, was taking part in the conference call on Wednesday, August 11, when the other participants heard a huge bang and the mum fell backwards.
 
Those on the Zoom call then saw a toddler in the background who had picked a gun that had been left "unsecured" in the home, said Altamonte Springs Police.
 
When Lynn failed to get back onto the call, one of her colleagues taking part in the call called emergency services and the mum’s body was found with a shot to the head.
 

 
"Investigators determined that the injury was caused by a toddler who found a loaded handgun, which was left unsecured by an adult in the apartment," a police statement reportedly said.
 
Florida TV channel WESH reported that Lynn was the mother of the child and the gun belonged to the dad.
 
Officer Roberto Ruiz, Jr warned in a TV clip: "To anyone and everyone tuning into this story if you own a firearm please keep it locked and secured.
 
"Incidents like this can be avoided."
 
The couple also have another child and both are in the care of relatives, said WESH.
 
Police are continuing to investigate the case and are consulting with the Seminole County State Attorney’s Office over whether the father, the gun owner, should face charges.

NNPC records N43.57b trading surplus
August 13, 2021

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Buhari’s visit to Tinubu: No president makes social visit when country is facing unrest – Reno


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Reno Omokri, former media aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan has lambasted President Muhammadu Buhari for visiting the national leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Bola Tinubu in London.


President Buhari who embarked on a medical trip to the United Kingdom two weeks ago, visited Tinubu in London on Thursday.


The president’s media aide, Bashir Ahmad made this known via a post on his verified Facebook page on Thursday night.


He wrote, “this evening in London, the United Kingdom, visited Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu”.


Reacting, Reno, the socio-political activist said Buhari “is irresponsible”.
He argued that no president of any country would embark on such visit when his nation is facing several challenges.

on his verified Facebook page, Reno wrote “Is this what this agbaya should be doing? Visiting Tinubu in London when hunger is visiting Nigerians.


“When 250 children are still with bandits and kidnappers, including 89 Baptist Academy students? When resident doctored are on strike? When his party is in disarray over Buni?

“Buhari is irresponsible! I know of no other President in the world who will be busy paying social visits when his country is experiencing social unrest.


“What do we need this fellow for? Buhari is as useless to Nigeria as the p in psychology!”

Quote:THE Federal Government has commenced the implementation of new rates for vehicle number plates and driving licence across the country.

According to the Joint Tax Board, Nigerians will now pay N18,750 for standard private and commercial number plates against the old rate of N12,500.

Fancy number plate which was N80,000 is now N200,000; motorcycle number plate is N5,000 from N3,000 while articulated number plates (three plates) attract N30,000 from N20,000. For these rates, the minimum increase is 50 per cent.

Out of series number plate has also been revised to N50,000 from N40,000 while government fancy number plate is N20,000 against the former N15,000 rate.

Driving licence (three years) was raised to N10,000 from N6,000, excluding bank charges; licence for five years is N15,000 from N10,000 while motorcycle/tricycle driving licence (three years) goes for N5,000 from N3,000 while the one for five years attracts N8,000 from N5,000.

The decision was taken at the 147th meeting of the JTB, which held in Kaduna on March 25.

A letter by the JTB titled ‘Implementation of the revised rates for vehicles number plates and driver’s licence in Nigeria’, dated July 30, 2021 and signed by the board secretary, Obomeghfe Nana-Aisha, directed various federal and state agencies to commence the implementation of the rates.

Members of the JTB established by section 86 (1) of the Personal Income Tax Act cap. P8 LFN 2004, include the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service as the chairman of the board; one member from each state and representatives of the Federal Road Safety Commission; Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission; Federal Capital Territory Administration; Federal Ministry of Finance; and Federal Inland Revenue Service.

The letter read, “You may wish to recall that at the 147th meeting of the Joint Tax Board held in Kaduna, Kaduna State on March 25, 2021, the board approved revised rates for the sale of vehicle number plates and driving licence in line with the recommendations of Appraisal and Technical Committee of the JTB.

“In the light of the foregoing, we wish to inform you that the Chairman, JTB, has approved Thursday, August 1, 2021, as the commencement date for the implementation of the new rates.”

Meanwhile, the FRSC Corps Public Education Officer, Bisi Kazeem, has dismissed a report circulating on social media that the agency was behind the hike, noting that the FRSC was not a revenue generating agency.

He also described as incorrect the report that the standard number plate was N55, 000.

Quote:A suspected hacker, Femi Salau, has been arrested by the police Special Fraud Unit in Lagos State for allegedly hacking into the system of a first generation bank to defraud it of about N1.868bn.

Two Bureau De Change operators, who allegedly acted as Salau’s accomplices to perpetrate the fraud, were also nabbed.

PUNCH Metro gathered that Salau was arrested for allegedly using a software to create fictitious credits totalling N1,868,900,000, which he deposited into the accounts of some of the affected bank’s customers.

The spokesman for the SFU, Eyitayo Johnson, said in a statement on Thursday that Salau successfully made debits amounting to N417,542,000 through Internet banking transfers to other banks.

He stated that the affected bank petitioned the unit and its operatives contacted the Central Bank of Nigeria and Deposit Money Banks, whose customers were beneficiaries of the fraudulent funds, and they were able to recover a substantial amount.

He said, “Operatives of the Special Fraud Unit, Ikoyi, Lagos, have arrested one Femi Salau, the kingpin of a syndicate that specialises in hacking into the servers of banks and corporate agencies.

“The hacker, who displayed exemplary mastery of the cyber environment, was arrested after he hacked into the Flex-Cube Universal Banking System of a first generation bank.

“Using application software, he created fictitious credits totalling N1,868,900,000 on the accounts of three of the bank’s customers and successfully consummated debits amounting to N417,542,000 through Internet banking transfers to other banks

“The unit, while acting swiftly on a petition from the bank, contacted the Central Bank of Nigeria and Deposit Money Banks, whose customers were beneficiaries of the fraudulent funds, and was able to salvage a substantial amount.”

Johnson stated that items recovered from Salau included Apple laptop and iPhone, adding that he and the BDC operators, who laundered the money, would be charged as soon as investigation was concluded.

Explaining how the suspects were arrested, Johnson said, “We had been on the trail of the hacker (Salau) for a while; he travelled out of the country; so, we placed him under watch and picked him up from the airport.

“The Commissioner of Police in charge of the unit, Anderson Bankole, arrested one of the BDCs operators in a bank in Abuja when he went for the IGP’s conference. The other BDC operator was arrested in Lagos.

“The hacker (Salau) was the last person we arrested, because the way we conduct our investigation is from the bottom up.”

“Consequently, the Commissioner of Police in charge of the unit scheduled a meeting with the Chief Compliance Officers and Heads of Technology/Information Security Department of banks with a view to brainstorming on the loopholes exploited by this suspect and how to counter similar hacks for the benefit of both the police and the banking sector of our economy,” Johnson added.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES, 


FRIDAY 13TH AUGUST 2021. 

Pastor Chris



TOPIC: ✨ BOLD AND PASSIONATE FOR THE KINGDOM ✨


And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen (Mark 16:20).


Preach the Gospel with passion, and as you do, the Lord will confirm His Word with signs following. We have something to give to the world; it’s the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ. Recall what the Lord charged us to do: “Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely you have received, freely give” (Matthew 10:8). He has given us both the power and authority to do mighty works in His Name and demonstrate the character of the Holy Spirit to our world.


Therefore, take your place in the ministry of the Gospel. Never lose focus of the Master’s calling on your life. Serve Him selflessly, with an undying passion. If you’re passionate for Him, He’ll be passionate for you; He’ll stand up for you if you’d stand up for Him: “Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 10:32).


The Bible says, “For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead” (2 Corinthians 5:14). Here, the Apostle Paul says our love and passion for the Lord compels us with the truth of the Gospel.


The Lord is with you, strong and mighty; and with the faith of God in your spirit, take your partnership in the Gospel to a higher level. Get “wild” for God! Invest your time and resources in world evangelism. Keep winning souls and let nothing quench your love for the Lord.
The Bible says those that turn many to righteousness shall shine as stars forever (Daniel 12:3). Shine evermore by making an impact with the Gospel. Be so passionate for the Gospel that its impact in men’s lives, and spread around the world, is all that matters to you.


CONFESSION

I’m passionate about God’s Kingdom and its expansion in the earth, for the Gospel of Jesus Christ is the only saving power for the world, and I’m its herald! I’m aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord. Amen.


FURTHER STUDY:


Philippians 4:15-17 CEV
My friends at Philippi, you remember what it was like when I started preaching the good news in Macedonia. After I left there, you were the only church that became my partner by giving blessings and by receiving them in return. 16 Even when I was in Thessalonica, you helped me more than once. 17 I am not trying to get something from you, but I want you to receive the blessings that come from giving.


Matthew 6:33
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.


Acts 20:18-24
And when they were come to him, he said unto them, Ye know, from the first day that I came into Asia, after what manner I have been with you at all seasons, 19 Serving the Lord with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations, which befell me by the lying in wait of the Jews: 20 [And] how I kept back nothing that was profitable [unto you], but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house, 21 Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ. 22 And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: 23 Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. 24 But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.


DAILY SCRIPTURE READING


1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 15:5-13 & Psalms 94-98

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 15:20-32 & Judges 21







#TALKINGSESSION 






Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You for the guidance and wisdom received in Your Word. As I open my spirit to Your Word today, grace and peace are multiplied in my life; my heart is garrisoned with divine wisdom, and fortified to prevail over circumstances. I transcend every pressure, and anxiety, because I have peace with prosperity. 





Thank You for the life of splendour, grace, prosperity, and greatness You’ve brought me into. I am established in Your righteousness, planted in the house of the Lord; therefore, I flourish like the palm tree, with grace and glory!


I bring forth fruit in season, and out of season, because I am like a tree planted by the waters, ever in blossom. I walk day after day by the light of God’s Word. I am not moved by the natural circumstances that exist in the world. God’s Word is the light by which I operate in my job, finances, family and everything that concerns me. I am aware of God’s bountiful provisions for me, and I am enjoying them, because I see by the greater light of His Word.



I am excelling and making progress on every side, and my faith is prevailing over circumstances, as I walk in the fullness of Your blessings. I am an offspring of the Word; a joint heir with Christ! Daily, the lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yes, I have a goodly heritage.





 I am conscious of my glorious heritage in Christ, and through meditation on the Word, and fellowship with the Spirit, I get to know more and enjoy my inheritance in Christ, in Jesus’ Name. Amen!





God bless you

Quote:Royal Dutch Shell has agreed to pay around €95m (£80.4m/$111.6m) to communities in southern Nigeria over crude oil spills in 1970, lawyers involved in the case have said.

The decision is the latest involving Opec-member Nigeria’s oil-producing south where communities have long fought legal battles over oil spills and environmental damage.

“The order for the payment of [$111m] to the claimants is for full and final satisfaction of the judgement,” a local spokesman for Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria said on Wednesday.

Lucius Nwosa, a lawyer representing the Ejama-Ebubu community in Rivers state, confirmed the decision.

“They ran out of tricks and decided to come to terms,” the lawyer said. “The decision is a vindication of the resoluteness of the community for justice.”

The company said it maintained the spills were caused by third parties during Nigeria’s 1967-70 civil war when much damage was done to oil pipelines and infrastructure.

“It is a confirmation of the issues we have raised about Shell’s environmental devastation of Ogoni and the need for a proper remediation of the land,” the MOSOP organisation for the local Ogoni people said in response.

A case Donald Pols, director of Milieudefensie, an environmental group, reacts after the verdict at the Hague.

After a 13-year legal battle, a Dutch court in January this year ordered Shell to compensate Nigerian farmers for spills that polluted much of their land in the Niger Delta.

The court ordered Shell to compensate three out of four farmers who lodged the case in 2008. The case has dragged on so long that two of the Nigerian farmers have died since it was first filed.

Quote:Residents of Saki and other towns in Oke Ogun geo-political zone in Oyo State are currently experiencing a scarcity of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as petrol due to the unavailability of products.

Our correspondent gathered that the fuel scarcity started earlier in the week due to the inadequate supply of PMS to the area.

Many commuters in the area are now stranded in most of the bus stops following the development.

Our correspondent gathered that a majority of filling stations in the town were closed.on Thursday leaving motorists and motorcyclists stranded

Some of the affected areas include Barracks Road, Ajegunle and Ago-Are Road.

The few petroleum stations that opened were filled with queues, DAILY POST observed.

Some of the residents who could not wait at the petroleum stations resorted to patronising the black market.

The price of a litre of petrol ranged between N250 and N350 in some parts of Saki as at Thursday.

Some of the residents lamented the effects of the fuel scarcity.

They claimed that it has affected their businesses.

But, all efforts made by DAILY POST to get a reaction from the state Chairman of Independent Independent Petrol Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Mr. Bukola Mutiu proved abortive.

Several calls put through his mobile phone were not answered.

A message sent to him, asking for his reaction has not been replied to as of the time of filing this report on Thursday.

Quote:EFCC declares four wanted for forgery, computer-related fraud

This was shared by Bello Bala Shagari, grandson to the late former President, Shehu Shagari.

Quote:“We regret to announce the demise of our beloved mother, Hajiya Hadiza Shehu Shagari, the wife of H.E late President Shehu Usman Aliyu Shagari, GCFR (Turakin Sokoto).

“We lost her in the early hours of today, 12th August 2021, at about 3:00 am, after battling Covid-19 at the Gwagwalada Isolation Center in Abuja.

“Hajiya Hadiza Shehu Shagari was 80 years old. Her Jana’iza (Funeral Prayer) will take place today, at 4:00pm, immediately after Asr prayer, at the National Mosque, Abuja.

Quote:Gunmen have kidnapped the wife of a former councillor Hassana Saudaki and her eight-month-old baby in Zamfara State.

Her husband – Babangida Damba – the former councillor of Tudun-Wada Gusau ward – explained that the incident occurred on Wednesday when gunmen invaded their residence at the Government Residential Quarter in Damba, shooting him and his 26-year-old wife.

He told Channels Television that the gunmen who were about four started their operation from 12: 00 am shooting sporadically for over one hour, before leaving with his wife and son to an undisclosed location.

The victim’s husband said he put a distress call to the police immediately to come to his rescue but they did not show up until 3:00 am after the criminals had long gone with his wife and son.

Damba said he recovered 17 used ammunition and one live ammunition which the gunmen fired at the main door of the house to force it open to access the sitting room.

Kidnapping and banditry have become common occurrences in Zamfara State. Hundreds of students have been abducted from their schools in the northwestern state, sparking fears among residents. Some of them were later rescued.

High-profile personalities have also been abducted in the state.

While the state government had admitted that insecurity has worsened in the state, it blamed past governments for failing to resolve the security challenges – especially clashes between herders and farmers.

Quote:Justice M. M. Abubakar of Bauchi State High Court has convicted and sentenced Sarita Aliyu Bello, Managing Director of Workman Microfinance Bank, Bauchi.

She faced a two-count charge bordering on misappropriation and forgery brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)

Bello’s offences were contrary to Section 308 and 363 and punishable under Section 309 and 364 of the Penal Code Law.

Sometime in 2020, according to the EFCC charge, she misappropriated the sum of N4,786,700.

Bello used the password of the bank’s Head of Credit Unit, created fictitious names, generated fraudulent loan requests, approved and paid the same to herself.

The MD pleaded guilty to the charges when the EFCC presented evidence of the crime to her.

Justice Abubakar sentenced Bello to five years imprisonment and ordered the repayment of N3,786,700 to the bank through the EFCC.

Thousands match in Awka and environs in solidarity with APGA gubernatorial candidate, Professor Charles Soludo.

This follows the Kano Appeal court ruling yesterday in favour of Ozonkpu Victor Oye as the authentic National Chairman of APGA.

President Mohammadu Buhari meets Asiwaju Bola Tinubu in London today.

Quote:The slaughter of the people of Nigeria by Boko Haram, ISWAP, foreign militias, herdsmen, bandits, unknown gunmen and other terrorists shall not go unavenged and unpunished.

Every single one of them and those who covertly support and encourage them shall be brought to justice.

The rehabilitation of Boko Haram fighters who have stained their hands with the blood of our people is the greatest evil under the sun.

It gladdens my heart to hear that the Chief of Army Staff has ruled out such a dangerously stupid and indefensible policy.

Evil must NEVER be encouraged or rewarded.

How Disgraced Abba Kyari’s Police Team Extorted N1Million Each From Suspected IPOB Members

Quote:The Inspector-General of Police’s Intelligence Response Team under the then leadership of Abba Kyari, a Deputy Commissioner of Police, extorted at least N1 million each from seven suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), SaharaReporters has learnt.

The seven suspects were among over 50 persons arrested from the South-East during various raids.

SaharaReporters learnt that the IPOB suspects were raided by the Kyari-led team between March and June 2021, whisked away to Abuja, and were detained at the former Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad headquarters, Abuja, notoriously known as “Abattoir.”

SaharaReporters gathered from one of the lawyers handling the cases of the detainees that the police team under Kyari extorted between N1 million and N1.5 million each from the suspects later freed.

It was learnt that those who could not afford the bribes remained in cells – including four married women.

The women’s names are given as Mrs Maria Ezedialu, arrested in Owerri (Imo State) in March 2021, and transferred to IRT, Abuja; Mrs Ngozi Umeadi, a nursing mother arrested at a hospital in Onitsha (Anambra State) where she was receiving postpartum care; Mrs Ngozi Dave, arrested in Lagos State; and Mrs. Ifeyinwa Ebole, who was arrested with her husband, Cletus Ebole.

SaharaReporters learnt that the IRT under Kyari, who is now suspended over a probe linking him to serial internet fraudster, Ramon Abbas, alias Hushpuppi, coordinated the mass arrests of South-East residents under the guise of IPOB members with three other top police officers.

The officers are identified as CP Abutu Yaro, in charge of the Imo State command; DCP Kolo Yusuf of the Special Tactical Squad and Tactical Intelligence Unit, and one DIG Tijani Baba of the Directorate of Force Intelligence Bureau.

“The South-East residents were all raided and arrested by the Kyari’s team as IPOB suspects and detained without access to families or lawyers until some of them were taken to an Area Court in Abuja and granted bail,” Emeka Umeagbalasi, leader of the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law, a civil rights organisation based in Anambra State, told SaharaReporters.

“Nine remanded survivors are Citizens Anthony Mba, Vincent Kalu, Iloejebechukwu Ikeji, Ezike Chukwuebuka Victor, Bede Obizue, Uchenna Ugwu, Okeke Boniface, Enemuo Vitus, and Okechukwu Oguguo.

“At abduction, their mobile phones were seized leading to electronic disappearance of the victims’ bank deposits and tracking down of their friends, business associates, in-laws, and relatives, numbering dozens who were abducted,” he added.

“Intersociety was also reliably informed that seven of the 24 survivors in that section of the IRT later left after each of them was forced to part with N1 million or N1.1 million, remaining 17 of them who could not afford the sum.”

The Intersociety in a report released on Tuesday and obtained by SaharaReporters added that there are at least 80 uninvestigated and untried South-East Residents that have been taken away by the police since March 2021.

“The recent custodial killing of detained Igbo citizens was disclosed to Intersociety by an activist and legal practitioner who is very conversant with the matter and has been following same. There are hundreds of others arrested mainly in Imo State under the direct supervision of CP Abutu Yaro and handed over to DCP Abba Kyari’s team for 'further interrogation and investigation in Abuja'. Some may have been killed.

“Information about the women and others was received a few days ago after 15 of the remaining survivors in that section were arraigned at an Abuja Area Court on August 2 and remanded at Keffi in Nasarawa State,” the report partly reads.

Quote:A Ghanaian woman assaults husband’s side chick for “sleeping with him till day break”.

The incident reportedly happened in Ghana. The woman who spoke in Twi dialect, asked why the girl will have the guts to sleep with her husband.

She also claimed that the girl sleeps with her husband till daybreak.

Tricyclist arrested for robbing and raping female passenger in Edo







The Edo State Police Command has arrested a 24 year old commercial tricyclist, Akpan Confidence, for allegedly using his vehicle to trap, rob and rape a female passenger.
 
The victim, an undergraduate of one of the tertiary institutions in the state had hired the suspect at about 8:pm on 23 July 2021 to Ugbor area towards Airport road. 

 

Halfway into the journey, Confidence diverted to a lonely road, claiming the other one was not motorable. He then brought out a cutlass and threatened to slaughter his frightened passenger and have her buried on the spot unless she agreed to sleep with him. 
 
In the ensuing struggle, the helpless young girl who initially resisted the rapist was robbed of her cash and iPhone after which he overpowered and dragged her to an uncompleted building where he raped her before fleeing into the night.

 
Narrating her ordeal, the victim who refused to disclose her identity, said “I called the Keke NAPEP man to carry me to where I could get a taxi to Sapele Road. We agreed and I got in only for him to suddenly brandish a shining cutlass, threatening to kill me if I refused to sleep with him. I have no choice but to surrender quickly,"
 
"He forcefully slept with me in an uncompleted building right in the middle of a bush. I begged him but he refused to let go of me. He later left me in the bush after sleeping with me and collected the little money I had.” she added. 
 
The suspect, who was arrested around Sapele road in Benin city on Monday, August 9, said he regrets his action. 
 
"I regret my action. I am ashamed. I don’t really know what came over me. I can’t explain why I raped and robbed her." he said.
 
Spokesman of the State Police Command, SP Bello Kontongs, who confirmed the incident, said the suspect was arrested through high technical intelligence.
 
Kontongs assured that the police will carry out a thorough investigation to ascertain whether the suspect has in the past been involved in the attack, robbery and raping of innocent persons in the state.
 

PDP files lawsuit seeking removal of Mai Mala Buni as Yobe Governor







The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has filed a lawsuit seeking the removal of Mai Mala Buni from office as Governor of Yobe state. 
 
In the lawsuit filed on August 12 by PDP's lawyer Emeka Etiaba, with Umar Damagum, PDP’s Yobe governorship candidate in the 2019 election, and his running mate, Baba Aji as plaintiffs, the opposition party stated that Buni ceased to be a governor from the moment he accepted to act as the caretaker committee chairman of the APC.

 
Maintaining that Buni violated Section 183 of the Constitution when he accepted to serve as chairman of the caretaker committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) despite holding the position of an executive governor, PDP is now seeking for an order directing Yobe chief judge or any other senior person next to the chief judge to immediately swear in Damagum and Aji as governor and deputy governor of the state, respectively, having emerged second in the 2019 governorship election in the state.

 
This is coming days after a Supreme Court judgement which upheld election of Rotimi Akeredolu as Ondo governor, raised concern over Buni's eligibility to conduct congresses and nominate candidates.

Court dismisses Evans’ N200m suit against police over seized trucks







A Lagos state division of the Court of Appeal on Thursday August 12, dismissed an appeal filed by suspected kidnapper Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, also known as Evans, against the judgment of Justice Hadizat Rabiu-Shagari of the Federal High Court, Lagos over his seized 25 trucks by the Nigeria Police.
 
Respondents in the case filed by Evans' lawyer, Mr. Olukoya Ogungbeje, are the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Inspector-General of Police Response Team (IRT), Lagos State Commissioner of Police and Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).

 
Evans in the lawsuit accused the Inspector-General of Police and four others of unlawfully seizing his 25 trucks without court order on June 15, 2017, and converting them to their own. 
 
He asked the court to award N200 million as general and exemplary damages against the police for the alleged violation of his rights under Sections 36, 43, and 44 of the 1999 Constitution.

 
Though Justice Rabiu-Shagari had on April 19, 2019, dismissed Evans’ suit for lacking in merit, he approached the Appeal Court in an appeal numbered CA/L/1105/2018.

 
However the police through its counsel, Emmanuel Eze, attached to the State CID, Panti, Yaba, Lagos, asked the court to dismiss the suit as the suspected kidnapper procured 11 trucks through proceeds of crime, of which 10 were were recovered as exhibits. 
 
The police in a counter-affidavit deposed to, by Inspector Haruna Idowu, also noted that the trucks were listed as exhibits in the criminal charges filed against Evans at the Lagos State High Court.
 
Idowu said; 
 

Quote: “The applicant is the notorious and most dreaded armed robber and kidnapper known as Evans, who defiled police arrest for over 10 years and who had terrorised many states of Nigeria with his various gang members. The applicant has no other source of livelihood except armed robbery and kidnapping as so many arms and ammunition were recovered from the applicant during his arrest.
“The applicant had purchased various properties with proceeds of armed robbery and kidnapping. He purchased 11 trucks with proceeds of crime. The police recovered 10 in Lagos, while they were not able to tow the remaining one from Anambra State to Lagos due to the fact that the applicant’s brother-in-law, Mr. Okwuchukwu Obiechina and his wife had tampered with the brain box of the truck in a bid to pervert the course of justice.”

Quote:A video has gone viral purportedly showing a shoot-out between Niger Delta Avengers and Personnel of the Nigerian Navy.

The footage generated a lot of controversy online with many questioning the federal government’s ability to adequately provide security of lives and property for citizens.

POLITICS NIGERIA, in its drive for accountability, carried out an investigation to ascertain the authenticity of the video and here is what we found;

CLAIM: On Thursday evening, a report appeared on SAHARA REPORTERS with the title “Niger Delta Avengers Attack Nigerian Navy, Kill Security Operatives”.

On perusing the report, a video was also attached showing men adorned with mufti clothes carrying assaullt rifles exchanging ‘bullets’ with masked naval personnel.

The video was also syndicated across several twitter accounts with most carrying emblems of the Indigenous people of Biafra, IPOB.

VERIFICATION: Findings by POLITICS NIGERIA reveal that the video is not a shootout but actually a Military drill. The entire scenario was simulated to show the Navy’s tactical response to hostage situations.

This newspaper learned that the demonstration called ‘OPERATION FALCON FURY’ was carried out on August 4th 2021.

VERDICT: The report that Niger-Delta Avengers attacked Naval personnel in Bayelsa is FALSE

Reality TV star and actress Lynda Clems has launched an attack at her colleague Annie Idibia, wife of singer 2Baba, calling her a ‘snake’, Igbere TV reports.

The Enugu-born actress called Annie names in an Instagram post on Wednesday, adding that ‘women supporting women’ is a façade.

She alleged that Nollywood has become a place for any criminal to invest and retire in.

Quote:“Women supporting women my ass! Annie Idibia you are a snake. A very evil one,” she wrote.

Another notorious Boko Haram commander surrenders







A notorious Boko Haram senior commander, Amir Adamu Rugu Rugu and his family have surrendered to troops of Operation Hadin Kai in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
 
Rugu who is known for deadly activities against troops and commuters around Mandara hill and Sambisa forest in Gwoza area, surrendered alongside his three wives and children in Gwoza town.

 
A resident of Gwoza told Daily Trust that the surrendered terrorist is well known in the town. The resident said; 

 

Quote:“All Praise be to Almighty Allah, the famous Boko Haram, Amir Adamu Rugu Rugu surrendered in today in Gwoza town. Karshen BH yazo insha Allah."

The parade competition at the NYSC orientation camp in Ogun state was disrupted today August 11 after a marauding cow invaded the parade ground.

The cow went out in search of someone or something to attack. The cow was however apprehended by the corp members and the military officers on ground.

Watch a video showing the incident below..


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZq71djacMM

Quote:Minister of Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo has blasted Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, former National chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC ), saying he is not responsible for his political misfortune.

The Minister in a statement by his media aide, Tunde Moshood said Oshiomhole is still suffering from the political disappointment he suffered in the Edo governorship election.

"We have been alerted about a Press Statement making the rounds credited to one Victor Oshioke issued on behalf of Comrade Adams Oshiomhole and titled ‘LEAVE OSHIOMHOLE OUT OF APC LEADERSHIP DEBATE’. We initially had our doubts as to the authenticity of the said statement in which the respected Comrade made several unfair and unfounded allegations against Mr. Keyamo, but when we were bombarded by credible sources for our response and after taking our time to send someone to call the author to authenticate it, we had no choice but to set the records straight. 

The story of the political tussle between Gov. Godwin Obaseki and Comrade Adams Oshiomhole in Edo State is so well documented that we do not need to remind Nigerians about it. Mr. Keyamo had ABSOLUTELY NOTHING to do with it. The cases they filed against each other raged from Benin to Abuja and other parts of the country. Mr. Keyamo NEVER filed a single case in court, nor was his Chambers or juniors in Chambers used in any of the cases. The records are there. 

When the crises finally consumed Oshiomhole, Mr. Keyamo was not in any strategic legal position like the office of the AGF, APC legal adviser or an SA to any high office within the system on legal matters. Mr. Keyamo is not PRIVY to how members of the CECPC were nominated and/or selected, so he did not have the benefit of the opportunity to point out any legal disabilities. Regrettably, the respected Comrade must have have given in to gossips and rumors. 

As to the unfounded allegation that Mr. Keyamo released his recent legal opinion on the Supreme Court decision in Jegede V. Akeredolu to the public on social media, nothing can be farther from the truth. Out of pure patriotism, Mr. Keyamo sent his PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL ADVICE to no other person but the National Chairman of the CECPC himself and just three other highly placed persons with a note not to forward it to anyone. It was an honest, sincere and selfless advice IN THE LIGHT OF THE JUDGEMENT of the Supreme Court ON THAT DAY. However, since it was leaked and seeing how it has been politicized, Mr. Keyamo has since refrained from making any further comments on it. 

For the avoidance of doubt, Mr. Keyamo has no personal interest to serve. He is very content with the assignment given to him by Mr. President and is very much ready and willing to return to his striving legal practice whenever his assignment is over. He is not struggling with anyone for anything other than to enthrone justice and fairness within the system. He has climbed the highest ladder in his chosen profession before being called upon to public office. As such, public office is not a do-or-die affair for him. All insinuations in Oshiomhole’s release that Mr. Keyamo is after some PERSONAL gain is pure balderdash.

"Mr. Keyamo is a big fan of Gov. Buni and they both continue to have healthy conversations till today over the issues at stake. This is not a personal issue. It is just for the survival of the party and Mr. Keyamo will always defend and support the CECPC to the end unless the Supreme Court says otherwise if and when the Court has the opportunity again to decide with the proper parties before it. He will continue to pray for victory on our part. His only offence now is that he sounded a private note of caution because of recent developments at the Supreme Court. How someone can interpret that to be hostility still beats our imagination". 

"Mr. Keyamo holds Comrade Adams Oshiomhole in very high esteem. He regards him as his leader and mentor. That outburst was very unnecessary and we think he succumbed to the emotions of the political disappointments he has suffered lately, especially in Edo State. If he is looking for a fall guy, he should please look elsewhere. He should be rest assured that we all share in the pain of that costly political miscalculation that caused our dear party to lose the State to the Opposition so cheaply. But we shall continue to support all efforts to put things back on track there".

Quote:Former Governor of Lagos state and National leader of the All progressives Congress, APC, Bola Ahmed Tinubu met with a Reps member, James Faleke(Ikeja Federal Constituency) in London on Wednesday, POLITICS NIGERIA has learned.

According to Ovation Publisher, Dele Momodu, Tinubu, who was in high spirits, discussed and bantered with Faleke.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL



THURSDAY, AUGUST 12TH 2021.


PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME


THEME: WE EXECUTE JUDGEMENT ON SATAN AND HIS DEMONS


Let the saints be joyful in glory: let them sing aloud upon their beds. Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, and a twoedged sword in their hand; To execute vengeance upon the heathen, and punishments upon the people; To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron; To execute upon them the judgement written: this honour have all his saints. Praise ye the Lord (Psalm 149:5-9).


The Lord Jesus occupies the most exalted position there is. He’s seated at the right hand of the Father, far above all principality, and power, might, and dominion, and every name that is named. But the most exciting part is that you’re in Him. You’re seated with Him in glory, with dominion over Satan and the princes of darkness (Ephesians 2:6).


That’s the reason in Christianity, we don’t fight the devil or negotiate with him; we cast him out. We exercise dominion and execute judgement over Satan and the principalities of darkness. They’ve been judged, and we’re the ones authorized to execute the judgement; it’s part of our heritage in Christ:


“To execute upon them (Satan and his demons) the judgement written: this honour have all his saints. Praise ye the LORD” (Psalm 149:9).
In John 16:11, Jesus said, “…the prince of this world is judged”; it’s your responsibility to keep him under your feet. That’s why the Bible says to cast him out! You don’t struggle with Satan. The resurrection of Jesus made a champion of you. You operate from a higher realm where your words are backed by Deity.


Even now, address Satan with words of power and break his influence over your town, city, country, home or environment. You’re the one in charge. Use your authority in the Name of Jesus to frustrate and overturn his activities. Jesus gave you all authority in heaven and in the earth (Matthew 28:18-19); use it every day against Satan and the demons of darkness. Glory to God!


CONFESSION

I walk in dominion over Satan and the princes of darkness, because I’m seated with Christ in glory, dominion and power. I reign and rule over circumstances and elements of this world, today and always, because I live in, and by the Name of Jesus. Amen.


FURTHER STUDY:

Ephesians 2:4-6 KJV “But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved And hath raised [us] up together, and made [us] sit together in heavenly [places] in Christ Jesus.”


Matthew 28:18-19 KJV “And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.”
John 12:31 AMPC “Now the judgment (crisis) of this world is coming on [sentence is now being passed on this world]. Now the ruler (evil genius, prince) of this world shall be cast out (expelled).”


DAILY SCRIPTURE READING:

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Romans 14-15:1-4 & Psalms 90-93

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 15:11-19 & Judges 20.







#AFFIRMATIONTRAIN 


I affirm that the Word of God is my life! God’s Word is exalted in my heart; it’s exalted above every thought, desire, aspiration or belief. I’ve made the Word of God my contemplation and meditation; therefore, my success in life is guaranteed and unstoppable. I


 function today with the Spirit of might, dominion, and excellence, as the Word of God gains the mastery in my spirit, soul, and body; dominating my thoughts and actions.


My heart is filled with the joy and laughter of the Spirit. I rejoice exceedingly in the Holy Ghost with joy unspeakable and full of glory, irrespective of the circumstances and situations that I may face.


 I praise my way in victory; for God has given me the supernatural wisdom and ability to do the impossible. I am not ordinary; for the Greater One lives in me! I recognize life’s challenges as my opportunities to win and make my world a better place.


I am a champion for my generation and a problem-solver. I am an extension of God to my world. Through me, lives are saved, transformed and preserved today. Hallelujah! 


The power, beauty, and excellence of God are revealed through me to my world, as I walk worthy of the Lord, displaying the wonderful deeds and perfections of Him who has called me out of darkness unto glory and virtue. Glory to God. Hallelujah!






God bless you

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Quote:Mohammed Fawehinmi, Son of late legal Luminary, Gani Fawehinmi is dead.

POLITICS NIGERIA gathered that Mohammed died in an undisclosed hospital after a brief illness on Wednesday. Confirming his death, Nigeria's minister of state for Labour, Festus Keyamo wrote;

"My brother, friend and son of my late boss, Mohammed Fawehinmi, is gone. I am speechless and heartbroken."

"I just spoke with the eldest daughter Basirat and she confirmed it. Mohammed was energetic and very intellectually alert, despite his mishap. He kept the flame of his father burning. We will sorely miss him."

Cholera outbreak death toll rises to 75 in Katsina







The Cholera outbreak death toll in Katsina state has increased to 75. 
 
The State Commissioner of Health, Engineer Yakubu Danja in a press briefing on Tuesday August 10 said one hundred and thirty four additional cases of cholera Outbreak have been confirmed with fifteen deaths across 25 Local Government Areas in Katsina State.
 
This brings the total to 1,534 confirmed cases and 75 deaths. Danja also confirmed that the state received the first report of suspected diarrhea and vomiting from the 5th May 2021 in Funtua Local Government Area, adding that as of August 8th 2021, a total of 1,534 cases including 75 deaths have been reported from 25 LGAs. 
 
67% of the reported cases are aged 15 years and above while 3 cases were reported for under 1. 53% are males, while 47% are females. A  total of 140 samples have been collected so far with 43 RDT positive, 2 culture positive where Funtua LGA had the highest number of cases with 384, followed by Sabuwa with 232, Kafur 215, Charanchi 135, Kankara 71 and Jibia with 69 cases.
 
Funtua LGA leads in terms of mortality with 18, followed by Charanchi LGA 14, Jibia LGA 11, Kankara LGA 5 as well as Sabuwa and Rimi having four each.
 
The Commissioner urged members of the public to take deliberate effort to improve on their personal and environmental hygiene, regular hand washing with soap and water, boiling of water before drinking, proper cooking and storage of food, thorough washing of vegetables and fruits before eating, washing hands after using the toilet and proper disposal of feces and refuse.

24 family members die of suspected food poisoning in Sokoto







Deputy Governor, Hon. Manir Dan-Iya on condolence visit to the village
Twenty four members of a family have died of suspected food poisoning in Danzanke village of Bargaja ward in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. 
 
The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Ali Innameon, who confirmed the deaths in a statement on Tuesday, said the incident occurred on Monday, August 9. 
 

 
According to the Commissioner, the incident was caused by use of a fertiliser type of chemical, popularly called ‘Gishirin Lalle in Hausa’ as seasoning in domestic family cooking which was considered as common salt.
 
"Regrettably, the entire family who ate the meal lost their lives, except two female members, who merely tasted the food and are currently responding to treatment, with very good chances of survival. Attempts to save the lives of all the affected people by providing the needed medical care proved abortive,” Inname said. 

 
"The Ministry wishes the general public would learn from this incidence and always be cautious, in order to prevent its reoccurrence in their families, as now experienced in Sokoto State and Zamfara earlier in the year," the statement read. 

"It is very important for the public to know that this incidence though preventable and not contagious, it is extremely fatal even with best of medical attention and care. While the State Government is monitoring the situation closely and is under control.
 

 

Quote:Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN) has said there are too many injustices in Nigeria under President Muhammadu Buhari’s government.

Falana said this while making reference to the Federal Government’s hasty decision to extradite Sunday Adeyemo, popularly called Sunday Igboho, from Benin Republic to Nigeria just like leader of proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, but now following due process in embattled police officer, Abba Kyari’s case.

Falana speaking with BBC Yoruba stressed that the present administration’s injustice is obvious which was why he was against the quick extradition of Kanu to Nigeria.

Falana said: “The Benin government made its Nigerian counterpart understand that its country is not lawless. They insisted on following the due legal processes and said without going to court, they cannot hand over Igboho to you.

“This is how it should be under the law; the judge will scrutinise Nigeria’s extradition request from Cotonou to Abuja.

“That was why I criticised the hasty transfer of IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu from Kenya to Nigeria. Now, the same Government wants Abba Kyari to go to court before he is transferred to the United States. And this is what the government should have done in the case of Kanu.

“There are too many injustices in Nigeria and this is not good.”

Sunday Igboho is currently undergoing trial in Cotonou, Benin Republic, after he was arrested.

The Yoruba Nation agitator was arrested at an airport while attempting to travel to Germany after he fled Nigeria to Benin Republic after he was declared wanted by the Department of State Services, DSS, following the alleged discovery of weapons in his house in Soka area of Ibadan, Oyo State.

24-year-old man kills 35-year-old girlfriend after seeing sex video of her and another man







A 24-year-old man has reportedly killed his 35-year-old girlfriend in Obuasi community, Ashanti Region of Ghana. 
 
The man carried out the act after finding a sex video of her and another man on her phone. Local news channels reported that the young man who was sleeping with his girlfriend,  went through her phone and found the video when she excused herself to visit the restroom. 

 
When he confronted her, she demanded for her phone and a fight ensued between them which led to her death. 

 
The young man after killing the lady called a taxi driver to help him carry her body to the morgue. Suspecting foul play in her death, the taxi driver reported the case to the police leading to his arrest and confession.
 
Watch the video below.................
 


by Linda Ikeji at 11/08/2021 

South African lady stabs her boyfriend to death with broken bottle after finding him with another woman







A 24-year-old woman allegedly stabbed her boyfriend to death with a broken beer bottle in Majeje village, Lulekani, outside Phalaborwa, South Africa on Saturday. 
 
The suspect, Juscah Mheleni appeared before Lulekani Magistrate court on Tuesday morning, August 10, on a charge of murder.

 
She was remanded in custody until August 13, 2021 for profiling pending further police investigations.

 
It is alleged that the suspect from Majeje village, got information that her boyfriend was with another woman near a liquor outlet in the area, and she reportedly rushed to the outlet where she found him with the unidentified woman.
 

 
An argument ensued and it is reported that the suspect stabbed the boyfriend with a beer bottle.The victim, aged 36, was certified dead by paramedics on the spot. The suspect later handed herself over to the police at Namakgale.
 
The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has strongly condemned this incident and has urged community members to resort to lawful means when dealing with relationship challenges.

 
"Community members are warned against taking the law into their hands following this incident and must give the Police space to handle the case unhindered,” said Lieutenant General Hadebe.
 
Meanwhile, Limpopo MEC for Social Development Nkakareng Rakgoale has condemned the incident in the strongest possible terms. 
 
MEC Rakgoale says it is dissaponting to hear of such an incident at a time South Africa is commemorating women's month.
 
"It is very disturbing to still learn about incidents such as this during the month of August, where we are supposed to be commemorating and celebrating women. Gender based violence is not exclusively perpetrated against women. In fact women of today must emulate the women of 1956 and resolve disputes in a more peaceful manner," she stated. 

 
"The department has dispatched a team of social workers to provide psychosocial support to the family of the victim and also to other affected parties. We once again urge people who are having problems in their relationships not to resort to violence but to rather seek professional help from our social workers. Now that the police have managed to arrest the suspect justice will prevail." she added. 


 
 

Armed robbers kill POS operator in Delta, cart away N2m







A Point of Sales operator identified as Kelly Onomor, has reportedly been killed by suspected armed robbers in Sapele, Delta state.
 
It was gathered that the robbers stormed the deceased's shop located along Ogodo Road by Cemetery, on Tuesday, August 10, and shot him on the head after he refused to hand over a bag containing N2,000,000 (Two Million Naira) cash for the day’s business. 

 
Details of the incident are still sketchy at the time of this report, however, according to friends of the late Kelly, he was rushed to a Clinic where he passed away. 
 

Gun-wielding herdsman arrested in Ogun (photo)







Men of the Ogun state police command on Tuesday, August 10, apprehended a herdsman who simply identified himself as Mohammed, with one AK 47 riffle. 
 
The suspect was arrested following information received by the DPO Imeko divisional headquarters that two young Fulani boys were sighted at CAC Oha forest Iwoye Ketu in Imeko Afon local government area Ak 47 riffle. 


The spokesperson of the state police command, DSP Abimbola Oyeyemi, who confirmed the arrest said upon the information, the DPO quickly mobilized his men, other stakeholders like the hunters, Vigilante men, so safe corps and stormed the said forest. He said after hours of combing the forest, one Mohammed was seen hiding in the bush with one AK 47 riffle, and he was promptly arrested. 

Opeyemi said the arrested armed boy is strongly suspected to be a member of kidnap syndicates who has been terrorizing the area for quite some time now. 


He added that the commissioner of police, CP Edward Awolowo Ajogun, has ordered the immediate transfer of the suspect to the state criminal investigation and intelligence department for discreet investigation. He also directed that the entire forest be properly combed with the view to apprehending other members of his gang. 
 
 

Professor Babagana Zulum, governor of Borno State, conducted an impromptu test for school teachers at Baga on Monday. According to Isa Gusau, his spokesman,...

Quote:By Olatunji Omirin


Professor Babagana Zulum, governor of Borno State, conducted an impromptu test for school teachers at Baga on Monday.

According to Isa Gusau, his spokesman, the test was meant to determine the level of their qualifications and ability to teach.

Zulum reportedly told the teachers that the essence of the aptitude test was not to sack anyone, but to determine their capacity and know where to place them.

“Those that have no capacity to teach would be given a choice, either to redeploy them to administrative department or send them for further training.”

“Zulum said that at the end of each year, every teacher and his pupils will be evaluated and government will also support them with accommodation and other related services.

“After interacting and revealing their aptitude test results, Zulum announced a package of 20,000 Naira and 10 yards of fabric (Shadda) to each teacher.

“The Senior Secondary School’s Principal and the Primary School Head Teacher each got 50,000 Naira and 10 yards of fabric (Shadda),” the statement read.

The statement quoted the governor to have told the teachers: “As long as you will make meaningful impact to the society, we shall support you. We shall evaluate you, and those of you whose salaries needs to be upgraded will be updated.

“Whenever I come back to this town again, I will call a teacher by name and determine the level of his capacity and that of his pupils.”

Zulum also told the teachers that, more number of pupils’ intake will be encouraged, especially by providing a meal and other support.

Quote:

Quote:So some Ogidi youths of Anambra state Nigeria had protested against a forceful sit at home being enforced by some unknown gunmen.


The protest was led by the president general of the ogidu youths,the youths leader,members of the esco,the youths esco and members of the executive body of ogidi union Nigeria

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0bWPfqHppg

Adamawa: APC chairman suspended for wishing President Buhari dead


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The Adamawa State Chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended the Yola South Local Government Caretaker Chairman of the party, Alhaji Suleiman Adamu, for allegedly attacking President Muhammadu Buhari on social media.


An audio was posted Monday in which a voice widely recognised as that of Suleiman said to have wished that coronavirus had inflicted President Buhari and killed him.


Much heat was immediately piled on him over the social media posting, following which he denied being the offensive voice in the audio, and the state leadership of the party released a statement Tuesday afternoon in which it announced a decision to suspend him and then to investigate the said social media attack.

The APC statement, signed by the state Caretaker Publicity Secretary, Hon Mohammed Abdullahi, said the party had noted the audio clip, following which it called an emergency state working committee (SWC) meeting where the clip was replayed and deliberated upon.

“At the end, it was observed that some of the words in the audio clip were most unfortunate and required further investigation.


“Consequently, a seven-man disciplinary committee has been set up by the state working committee to investigate the issues in the audio clip and to make appropriate recommendations for action,” the statement said.

Those in the committee are Alhaji Saidu Maitalata Naira (chairman) and Barr Shagnah Maboyofe, secretary.

Members of the committee are Hon Mohammed Raji, Hon Abdullahi Wali, Hon Shadrack Obed, Alhaji Babanguda Talase, and Mr Haruna Jonah.


The party said it had to suspend the Yola South APC caretaker chairman to ensure unhindered investigation.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL



WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11TH 2021.


PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME


THEME: THE DAY OF SALVATION


(For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succoured thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation) (2 Corinthians 6:2).


More than ever before, there’s a burning passion in the hearts of God’s people to preach the Gospel, just as there’s a great hunger and yearning for salvation in the hearts of men and women around the world. The Spirit has been poured out upon all flesh. Recall the words of Jesus in Acts 1:8: “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.”


That’s the season we are in now! We’ve been endued with power to be effectual in soul winning. The message is available to everyone, and everyone can give their hearts to Christ, because this is the acceptable time! Jesus called it “...the acceptable year of the Lord” (Luke 4:19). And it’s aptly corroborated in our theme verse: “…now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation).” This is the day of salvation. Glory to God!


However, the acceptable time would wind up and judgement would begin. Jesus brought in the acceptable time; He’ll come back for the day of vengeance. But at the moment, we’re workers together with God in the acceptable time, bringing men and women into salvation (2 Corinthians 6:1).


Help those around you receive salvation through the power of God that works in you in this hour of His grace. Take the Gospel to the lost, hopeless, hurting and downtrodden in your world and in the regions beyond. Remember, the time is short; therefore, glorify God by being fervent and effectual in leading souls to Christ.


PRAYER

The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach the Gospel to the poor; He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised. Thank you dear Lord for counting me worthy to be a co-labourer with you in saving souls, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.


FURTHER STUDY:

Isaiah 49:7-9 TLB “The Lord, the Redeemer and Holy One of Israel, says to the One who is despised, rejected by mankind, and kept beneath the heel of the world’s rulers: “Kings shall stand at attention when you pass by; princes shall bow low because the Lord has chosen you; he, the faithful Lord, the Holy One of Israel, chooses you.” 8-9 The Lord says, “Your request has come at a favorable time. I will keep you from harm and give you as a token and pledge to Israel, proof that I will reestablish the land of Israel and reassign it to its own people again. Through you I am saying to the prisoners of darkness, ‘Come out! I am giving you your freedom!’ They will be my sheep, grazing in green pastures and on the grassy hills.


Hebrews 3:7-8 KJV “Wherefore (as the Holy Ghost saith, To day if ye will hear his voice, Harden not your hearts, as in the provocation, in the day of temptation in the wilderness.


DAILY SCRIPTURE READING:

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Romans 12:17-13:1-14 & Psalms 89


2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 15:1-10 & Judges 19.







#AFFIRMATIONTRAIN 



I affirm that Christ is my life! In Him, I live, move, and have my being! I am a member of His body, of His flesh, and of His bones. No unfruitful in, and around me, for I am connected to the true Vine. 


The Spirit of God has made His abode in me; He has made me bigger, greater, and superior to inflation, insecurity, sickness, disease, and all the wiles of the devil. I win all the time and prosper in all I do because the life and nature of God are at work in me. Hallelujah!


Daily, I produce fruits and works of righteousness. I flourish even in a dry land, growing luxuriantly, and plush like a well-watered garden. I produce results that are consistent with my nature as the righteousness of God. Hallelujah. 


This is my month of praise; the grace for increase and expansion has multiplied in my life. My success is guaranteed and unstoppable because I live in, and by the Word. I am established by God in the path of greatness, and I live and walk in the reality of my inheritance in Christ.


My dreams and ideas are continually expanded through God’s Word and I am moving forward consistently by the power of the Holy Spirit. Hallelujah. I live the supernatural life naturally because Christ is in me. I have no sense of lack or want, for the One who created all things, and in whom all things consist, is in me, and I reign in, with, and through Him. Blessed be God. Hallelujah!

Nollywood actor, Rich Oganiru, dies







Nollywood actor, Rich Oganiru, has passed on.
 
The actor reportedly died on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 after being ill for months.
 
Only two weeks ago, a video of Rich Oganiru lying in his sick bed and begging for financial assistance was shared online.

 
"Please, everyone should reach out before he dies," the caption on the post reads.
 

 
Unfortunately,  Rich didn't survive.
 
A friend announced his death on Facebook.
 

 
Back in 2012, the Nollywood actor, who starred in numerous movies, was arrested for allegedly murdering his wife.
 

 
According to news reports at the time, Oganiru was arrested following a petition by family and relations of his late wife who claimed that she was poisoned by the actor so that he could acquire her wealth.
 

 
Mr Oganiru has maintained his innocence and said on numerous occasions that he never killed his multimillionaire wife.

Sunday Igboho: Benin Republic stopped plane Buhari govt sent to pick agitator – Falana alleges

Quote:Femi Falana, an activist lawyer, has disclosed that the Benin Republic government refused to put freedom fighter, Sunday Igboho, on a waiting plane after his arrest in the French-speaking country in July.

Falana said the Nigerian government told their Benin Republic counterpart to repatriate Igboho, after his arrest.

The Senior Advocate spoke during an interview on BBC Yoruba on Tuesday.

He noted that the Benin Republic, however, informed the Muhammadu Buhari-led government to understand that obeying the law is sacrosanct to them.

According to Falana: “The Nigerian government asked the Benin Republic government to repatriate Sunday Igboho. In fact, we heard they had even sent an aircraft to be used to bring him down to Abuja.

“The Benin government made its Nigerian counterpart to understand that this is not a lawless society.”

BBNaija star Kiddwaya replies IG user who asked him to delete his photos with his ex-housemate Lilo







Kiddwaya today replied an Instagram user who asked him to delete his photos with his former fellow housemate, Lilo, from his Twitter handle.
 
Last week, Kiddwaya had shared photos of himself carrying Lilo on his Twitter handle.

 
During a question and answer session on his Instastories, an IG user mentioned that he should delete the photos as they are ''disgusting and unnecessary''. Kiddwaya immediately responded saying no one can control his life. See their exchange below
 

Quote:One person has died while three others sustained severe injuries in an motor accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

The fatal accident which occurred at Semi’nbio area on Sunday afternoon, August 8, involved a Toyota Corolla car with the registration number, FKJ-02-DV, a driver and three pedestrians.

According to reports, the said vehicle was coming from Olorunsogo when it suffered break failure.

It was further gathered that one person in the vehicle fled, abandoning the terribly injured driver at the scene.

Meanwhile, out of the three women involved, one died on the spot, the other had her leg cut off while the third person sustained a serious injury on her shoulder.

Policemen later arrived the accident scene and took the three survivors to an undisclosed hospital, while arrangement was made for a vehicle to convey the corpse to the morgue.

Spiritual leader who allegedly offers fortification to IPOB/ESN members arrested in Imo







The Imo state police command has arrested one Ikechukwu Imaefulem, the Chief Priest and Spiritual leader of Life Sabbath Synagogue Amii, Akabo in Ikeduru LGA, Imo State, on allegations he prepares spiritual fortification for IPOB/ESN members in the state.
 
According to a statement released by the spokesperson of the state police command, CSP Michael Abattam, Imaefulem was arrested after one of the suspected members of the secessionist group confessed that he and other members of the group get their spiritual powers from the spiritual leader.
 
Abattam said when Imaefulem's spiritual home and premises were searched, the following items were recovered:-
1. One pump action gun with five rounds of live cartridges 
2. One Improvised Explosives Device
3. Knockouts
4. Gun Powder
5. Biafran Flag and other spiritual items.
 
The police spokesperson added that the arrested Spiritualist is in custody, undergoing interrogation, and is assisting the police "tremendously with information that will lead to the discovery of the remnants of their Camps and arrest of other members of the group in hiding."
 

Reno Omokri reacts to photos of surrendered Boko Haram members seeking forgiveness from Nigerians







Reno Omokri has reacted to photos of surrendered Boko Haram members seeking for forgiveness from Nigerians.
 
The Nigerian Army on Monday, August 9, released photos of the surrendered sect members carrying placards with inscriptions ''Nigerians Please Forgive Us''

 
Reacting to the photos via his Instagram page, Reno wrote;

Quote:''The Buhari administration shared photos of so called repentant Boko Haram terrorists and asked Nigerians to forgive them. Does it make sense to ask Nigerians to forgive people who have killed innocent Nigerians when the Buhari government wants to prosecute Sunday Igboho for protecting the same innocent Nigerians?


Why should we forgive killers and prosecute defenders? Is it because these killers are Northern Muslims like Buhari and Igboho is not? I am not understanding! How many people has Buhari himself forgiven? Has he forgiven Dasuki? Buhari that killed innocent peaceful #EndSARS protesters at #LekkiMassacre?


They even bought provisions and drinks for them. Imagine! In fact, I doubt that that sign was written by these mostly illiterate Boko Haramists. Forgive who? Tufiakwa!''

 

Lovely photo of actress Liz Benson and her husband







Veteran Nollywood actress, Liz Benson-Emeya and her husband, Bishop Great Emeya, were pictured at a church programme in Warri, Delta state on Monday, August 10.

Son of pastor accused of marrying his member's wife speaks







There has been drama on Facebook for hours now after a pastor announced his wedding to his new bride and it turns out she is the wife of a member of his church.
 
Pastor Moses Adeeyo, the General Overseer of World Bank Assembly, took to Facebook to share pictures of him and his new wife, Tina Adeeyo, clad in their traditional and their white wedding attires.
 

 
He then thanked God "for making all things beautiful in your time."
 

 
Shortly after the photos were shared, a member of the church, Bright Ben, wrote on Facebook: "My church pastor married my wife!!!"
 

 
He accompanied the claim with photo evidence of him and Tina at their traditional and white wedding years ago.
 



Tina with first husband, Bright Ben, at their traditional and white wedding
 
In another post, he explained how his wife ended up as his pastor's wife.

 
He wrote: "ADULTERY... As shameful as it sounds, it is a true life story. MY PASTOR MARRIED MY WIFE.

 
"I've been married to Mrs Tina Bright for over 12years with 2kids,a girl and a boy.
 

 
"I married her traditionally and white wedding and took her to introduce to my Pastor Moses Adeeyo. The General Overseer of World Bank Assembly in Eneka , obio/akpor LGA Rivers State. We started attending the church and became full financial members.
 

 
"My wife was given an immediate appointment 7months ago, she moved out of the house with our 2kids before I got back from work. I searched everywhere and called everyone even the G.O. unknown to me that he was the architect of my problems.
 

 
"After sometime he stopped picking my calls and blocked my phone line. I've been looking for her until I saw this pictures yesterday online. He claimed that the Holy Spirit told him that she is his wife. Is the Holy Spirit an author of confusion.? My wife of 12yrs is now his.
 
"Pls Couples be careful in world Bank Assembly be careful of Pst MOSES ADEEYO."
 

 
The story began going viral, with people defending the pastor that he has divorced his first wife.
 
But the son of the pastor has now weighed in.  Peter Adesoji Adeeyo,  who is also a pastor, revealed in a Facebook post that his father did not divorce his mother before wedding a member's wife so his mother is still legally the first wife.

 
He wrote: "My mother Mercy Adeeyo has not yet been divorced to her husband my father pastor Moses Adeeyo, no settlement made yet, the matter is still in court. Tina Adeeyo is now the second wife while my mother is the first wife."
 


 
Below are photos of the pastor and his member's wife at their wedding.
 

Protesters at Lekki were fed with live bullets while terrorists were given food and clothes in Borno - Eedris Abdulkareem reacts to report of Boko Haram insurgents surrendering







Veteran singer, Eedris Abdulkareem has reacted to report of Boko Haram insurgents surrendering and seeking for forgiveness from Nigerians. 
 
Army Spokesperson, Onyema Nwachukwu had said Chief Bomb Expert of the terrorists group known as Musa Adamu a.k.a Mala Musa Abuja and his second in command Usman Adamu a.k.a Abu Darda were among those that surrendered.

 
In photos shared by the army spokesperson, the insurgents who surrendered were seen holding up placards which read, “Nigerians, please forgive us”.

 
Comparing the treatment the terrorists got to that #EndSARS protesters were subjected to, Eedris wrote; 
 

Quote:Two Pictures of the Nigerians State.

(1)Protesters at Lekki fed with live bullets

(2)Terrorists given food and clothes somewhere in Bornu.

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College admin staff arrested for allegedly raping student (photo)







An administrative staff of the College of Health Technology in Ijebu, Olawale Jamiu, has been arrested by men of Ogun state police command for allegedly raping a student of the college (name withheld).
 
Confirming the arrest to newsmen, the spokesperson of the state police command, DSP Abimbola Oyeyemi, said the 39 year old staff was arrested following a report lodged at Ilese Ijebu divisional headquarters by the management of the college.

 
They reported that the victim was raped when she went to collect her school file from the office of the suspect. On getting there, the suspect dragged the victim into the file room and forcefully had sex with her. The victim reported the incident to her guardian who in turn reported to the authority of the school. 

Quote:''Upon the report, the Dpo Ilese division csp Amuda Ajibola quickly detailed his detectives to the college where the suspect was promptly arrested.
On interrogation, the suspect who initially denied the allegation was dumbfounded when confronted with the apologetic message he sent to the victim after his devilish act.
The victim has been taken to state hospital ijebu ode for medical treatment.''Oyeyemi said

Final year student dies in motor accident days after her final exams







A final year student of the Delta State College of Health Technology (DELSCOTECH), Ofuoma, Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state, Victory Idjai, has died in a motor accident few days after her final exams. 
 
It was gathered that the Dental Nursing student was killed in the auto crash which occurred on Sunday, August 8. 

 
The deceased had reportedly written her final paper last week and was awaiting her License Examination before her untimely death. 

 
Acting spokesperson of the Delta State State Police Command, DSP Bright Edafe, confirmed the incident to Tribune Online on Monday.
 



 
 

Pastor of the Household of God Church International Ministries, Rev Chris Okotie, has described the late founder of The Synagogue, Church of all Nations, Prophet Temitope Balogun Joshua, better known as TB Joshua, as a magician who carried Bible around, Newspremises reports.

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Recall that Okotie, who never hid his dislike for Joshua even while he was alive, had described T.B Joshua as the “Wizard at Endor”, shortly after his death in June.

In a video shared on social media on Sunday, August 8 titled ''The Truth about T.B Joshua'', Okotie described Joshua as a man who projected himself as another ''Jesus''. He said Joshua was a fake prophet who went about carrying a bible with him.

“Greetings in the name of the Lord Jesus. What is the truth about TB Joshua? Who was he? Was he a product of Christianity? Or a practitioner of shamanism? Was he a servant of the Lord Jesus? Or some itinerant religious quack? Was he a true prophet, who was misunderstood? Or a hypocrite masquerading under the habiliment of the Faith?” Okotie began

Anchoring his message on the Bible book of John 8 v 32: “…Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free”, Okotie began to examine the life of T.B Joshua whose name is Joshua.

“Joshua took that name because he believes he is another Jesus. He believes that God sent him to our world to bring reconciliation between God and mankind, exactly the same way the Lord Jesus was sent, and that is why he took that name Joshua,”he said.

Speaking on the identity of T.B Joshua, Okotie said the clergyman fulfilled the pattern of Bar-Jesus, a false prophet, and a sorcerer according to the Book of Acts, Chapter 13 v 6:

“He is a magician, a sorcerer and calls himself a prophet. Notice he doesn’t call himself an apostle, he doesn’t call himself a teacher, he doesn’t call himself a pastor because if he calls himself by any other name outside of prophet, he does not fulfill the pattern. So, he must stick with that appellation. He must call himself prophet so, so and so… So, he is a magician who claims to be a prophet but he is a false prophet…,” Okotie said

Okotie went further to say that T.B Joshua went about doing philanthropic work just so he can be like Jesus.

T.B Joshua was buried on July 10.

source: https://newspremises.com.ng/he-is-a-magician-a-sorcerer-and-calls-himself-a-prophet-rev-chris-okotie-criticises-late-t-b-joshua/

Quote:Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has again berated the Federal Government for lack of commitment in tackling the security challenges in Nigeria.

According to the governor, security forces in the regime of the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) have demonstrated capacity with the arrest of the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu; and Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo aka Sunday Igboho.

Ortom, who spoke on Channels Television’s ‘NewsNight’ programme on Monday, therefore, challenged the Buhari regime to go after bandits and Fulani militiamen killing, raping and kidnapping people all over the country with the same gusto it has used to pursue separatists.

The PUNCH reports that in the last few months, secessionist agitation has been loud in the Southern part of the country, championed mainly by Kanu and Igboho. The agitators cited perceived injustice in the allocation of resources and appointment into critical offices, insecurity, under-development, amongst reasons for wanting to leave the country.

Kanu, who was based in the United Kingdom, was recently hastily extradited from a foreign country. He has been detained in the custody of the Department of State Services and is facing terrorism-related charges before Justice Binta Nyako at a Federal High Court in Abuja.

On the other hand, the secret police raided Igboho’s Ibadan residence in July, killed two of his associates and arrested 12 of them. The DSS declared Igboho wanted after he narrowly escaped the raid. He was, however, intercepted at an airport in Benin Republic while he tried to catch a flight to Germany. The agitator has spent about three weeks in a Beninese custodial facility while the Nigerian Government has been pushing for his extradition.

Many Nigerians have constantly lampooned the Buhari regime for allegedly sparing bandits and terrorists on the rampage in the northern part of the country while security forces clamp down on Igboho, Kanu and other separatists.



Speaking on Monday night as a guest on the television programme monitored by The PUNCH, Ortom alleged that Fulani militiamen have consistently targeted his state because he banned open grazing.


The governor said, “I see a lot of lack of commitment on the part of the Federal Government in ensuring that we have security in this country. I will give an example: recently, the Federal Government has demonstrated the capacity by going after Nnamdi Kanu, who was leading IPOB. I am told he was even arrested in a foreign land with the cooperation of Interpol and so on.

“I heard that Sunday Igboho has been arrested. With that kind of commitment, it shows that the Federal Government has the capacity.

“Today, bandits, Fulani militia are terrorising the entire country, the country is in disarray and these Fulani militias have come out with video clips…and they have identified where they are. It was amazing that a top government official comes out to say that the Fulani militias are invisible. How? Are they spirits? Why is the government not going after these Fulani militias and bandits that are terrorising the entire country and terrorising my state?

“Just two days ago, two humanitarian workers were gunned down in my own village by these Fulani militias and their phones taken away. And the Fulani militias took the phones and when one of their (victims’) brothers called, they confirmed that they had killed them and they are in possession of their phones and that they should tell me to repeal the prohibition of open grazing otherwise they have the right to continue to kill since I said there would be no open grazing in Benue State.

“These people who are here, who are calling themselves bandits and are kidnapping our children from school, who are calling themselves Fulani militia and are killing people, driving them from their lands and taking over, why is the Federal Government not going after them like they went after Sunday Igboho and went after Nnamdi Kanu?”

Ortom said over 1.5 million persons have been displaced in Benue State due to the attacks by marauders, adding that the All Progressives Congress administration has failed in all aspects of governance.

“APC has failed this country. Is it security, is it economically, politically and socially? Where are we today? We can’t go to our villages. How many Nigerians can move from Lagos to Kano, Abuja to their villages? It is a problem. APC has completely failed, so, why should I go there to join them? To do what?” he queried.

The PUNCH had earlier reported that presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina, said separatists were not the only ones feeling the maddening heat of the government but bandits and terrorists were also being treated in the language they understand.

''I should forgive them for making me a young widow'' Nigerian lady kicks as Nigerian Army shares photos of repentant Boko Haram members seeking forgiveness from Nigerians







A Nigerian lady, Oluwaseun Sakaba, whose husband, Lt. Col I. Sakaba, was killed by Boko Haram members in 2018, has slammed the Nigerian Army after the military shared photos of repentant sect members with placards seeking forgiveness from Nigerians.
 
Sakaba was one of the 44 soldiers killed by the insurgents during an attack on 157 Task Force Battalion in Metele, Guzamala Local Government Area of Borno State in November 2018. Read here. 

 
His widow, Oluwaseun Sakaba, saw the post by the Nigerian Army with the sect members asking for forgiveness and took to her Instagram page to react. Oluwaseun asked the Nigerian Army if she should forgive the same people who made her a widow at a young age.
 
She wrote;

Quote:''@hqnigerianarmy it we nev be well with all of u...I shld forgive dem for making me a young widow, I shld forgive dem for kill my husband, his brother and his mom!!


I shld forgive dem for making Me seek shelter in anod country!! I shld forgive dem for making many women widows and kids fatherless..I shld forgive dem for u not paying what is my late husband dues!!


I shld forgive dem for all der atrocities done to my family. U shot my husband dead in his office dat u pretended to be a friendly force just bcos he refuse to be part of ur plots ..time 4 dragging now''

 

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the assault of a Nigerian diplomat by immigration officials in Indonesia.

The victim, whose name was not mentioned, was manhandled and arrested by immigration officials on Saturday in front of his official quarters in the Asian country.

A viral video of the event shows at least three men in a vehicle assaulting the official, ignoring his screams of pain.

While two of the men held his hands and pinned him down in the backseat, another freely assaulted his unprotected head as he cried out in pain.

“The unfortunate incident is against international law and the Vienna Conventions governing Diplomatic and Consular Relations between states,” the Nigerian Foreign Affairs Ministry said in a statement on Monday.


A screenshot taken on August 9, 2021, shows the Nigerian diplomat being assaulted by immigration officials in Indonesia in a moving vehicle.


“The Nigerian Government has complained strongly to the Government of Indonesia, and the Ambassador of Indonesia to Nigeria was summoned by the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs.

“The Ambassador explained what he understood happened and apologised unreservedly on behalf of the Government of Indonesia. The Nigerian Government has sent an official protest to the Government of Indonesia.”

In addition to the Indonesian Ambassador’s apology, the immigration officials responsible for the assault have also apologised to the victim.

“The Ambassador of Nigeria to Indonesia has confirmed that the immigration official involved had since come to the Nigerian Embassy to apologise to the Ambassador and the diplomat concerned,” the Foreign Ministry added.


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WHO confirms first-ever case of ‘highly infectious’ Marburg virus disease in West Africa







 
A first case of Marburg virus disease have been confirmed by Health authorities in Guinea, in the southern Gueckedou prefecture.
 
This is the first time Marburg, a highly infectious disease that causes haemorrhagic fever and in the same family as the virus that causes Ebola has been identified in the country and in West Africa.

 
This is coming less than two months after Guinea declared an end to an Ebola outbreak that erupted earlier this year. 

 
It was gathered that the patient had sought treatment at a local clinic in Koundou area of Gueckedou, where a medical investigation team had been dispatched to probe his worsening symptoms. 
 
Samples taken from a now-deceased patient and tested by a field laboratory in Gueckedou as well as Guinea’s national haemorrhagic fever laboratory, turned out positive for the Marburg virus. Further analysis by the Institut Pasteur in Senegal confirmed the result.
 
Dr Matshidiso Moeti, World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Africa said; 
 

Quote:“We applaud the alertness and the quick investigative action by Guinea’s health workers. The potential for the Marburg virus to spread far and wide means we need to stop it in its tracks.
“We are working with the health authorities to implement a swift response that builds on Guinea’s past experience and expertise in managing Ebola, which is transmitted in a similar way.”

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