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Anambra Man Battered, Robbed, After Okada Man Diverted Him To Kidnapper’s Den 

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A man has escaped death by the whiskers after the okada man he paid to take him to his destination diverted to kidnapper’s den.

According to 247Ureports, the incident happened in in Obosi, Idemili South Local Government Area of the State.

It was gathered that the victim who had just completed a menial job he went for in Obosi, boarded a commercial motorcycle (Ọkada) to a junction where he would find bus to return to his home in Nnewi.

However, unbeknownst to the victim, the commercial motorcyclist he had chosen was a member of a dangerous kidnapping syndicate, as he eventually diverted him to their hideout.

While recounting his ordeal, the man, whose name is yet to be be known, said his nightmare began when they got to the kidnappers’ den.

According to him, he was subjected to brutal beatings and severe torture, while he was also dispossessed of all his belongings, including his phone, from which the kidnappers also moved the sum of N200,000 from his account. The victim’s harrowing experience was corroborated by a viral video circulating on social media, showing him with battered cheeks, swollen eyes and swollen face that looks like an over-pumped football.

The compassion-worthy man who was seen where he was receiving treatments, further revealed that after kidnappers had tortured and milked him dry till he was left with nothing; they led him to a tiny pathway in that thick forest, where they showed him how he could locate the main road. He said he trekked a very long distance in the forest before he finally began to see human and vehicular movements.

To his dismay and regret, the victim recounted recounted how all all his attempts to explain and engage some security agents he saw on the road to go after the suspects proved abortive, as each team of security personnel he met on the road told him that they were aware of the presence and activities of the kidnappers in the vicinity, insinuating that it has been a long-standing issue in the area.

He said the security personnel told him that he was even lucky to have come out alive and the same day, as the kidnappers, most times, usually kill their victims or detain them in the hideout and demand ransom from his relative. According to him, the security personnel’s response left him more incredulous, as he concentrated back on his trekking, in bewilderment and disappointment.

When asked how is he eventually transported himself back home, the victim said the suspect after dispossessing him of a cash of N10,000 naira, gave him some money for his transportation, while they kept the rest for themselves, including the one they moved from his account, his phone and other belongings they collected from him.

When contacted by this reporter, Izunna Okafor; the Police Public Relations Officer of the Anambra State Police Command, DSP Ikenga Tochukwu, who expressed sympathy for the victim, also wished him quick recovery, while also urging him to go to any nearest police station in his area and provide more details to enable the police carry out an investigation on the matter.

He said: “I sympathize with the victim and wish him a quick recovery. I also urge him to reach out to the closest police station within his area or call the Police Command Awka on 07039194332 to provide us with facts that will help us embark on a proper investigation.

“Meanwhile, the Command remains committed to providing safety. He can also come to headquarters and ask for PRO,” he said.

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Niger Police Provide Financial Succor to Killed, Injured Officers

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From Dan Amasingha, Minna

The Commissioner of Police, Niger State Command, Shawulu Ebenezer Danmamman has on behalf of the Niger State Government visited and presented a cheque of a million naira for support to an injured Police officer, Alkali Yohanna attached to 12 mobile Police force Minna, who among others had an encounter with suspected bandits around Shadadi village, Mariga LGA on October 24, 2024.

The gallant officer was shot on the leg and he has been receiving treatment at IBB Specialist Hospital, Minna.

In a statement by Wasiu Abiodun said the relief package was provided by Niger State Government.

“Similarly, the same kind gesture is extended to the family of late ASP Nuhu Ibrahim attached to 61pmf Kontagora who unfortunately lost his life on 23rd October, 2024 while on routine patrol with others along Kotonkoro-Bangi road.

“He and his team came under attack by bandits. A cheque of one million, five hundred thousand naira was provided for the family.

The police Command Spokesman said the gesture was not limited to the Police personnel alone, but also to three other vigilante members who were injured or paid the supreme price during service to humanity.

It has been the practice of the Niger State Government, that during any clearance or rescue operations to restore peace in our society, and if any of the personnel is injured or lost his life, such financial gestures and appreciation are provided to support the victims.

The Commissioner of Police expressed appreciation to the Farmer Governor of Niger State, Rt. Hon. Mohammad Umar Bago and the State Executive Council for extending such hands of fellowship to the personnel of the Command, most especially in this period of Yuletide to put a smile on their faces and ameliorate their sufferings.

He asserted that such a gesture will continue to encourage the men to do more for the State, and assured of the continued commitment and dedication of the Police Command to the maintenance of law and Order, and protection of lives and property in Niger State.

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FG Declares Public Holidays for Christmas, New Year

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The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, Thursday and Jan.1, 2025 as public holidays.

This is contained in a statement signed by the Ministry of Interior’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on Monday in Abuja.

According to Ajani, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo said that the public holidays were to enable citizens to celebrate Christmas, Boxing Day and the New Year respectively.

“The Christmas season is a good moment for both spiritual reflection and national renewal.

“As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, let us demonstrate kindness and extend goodwill to one another, irrespective of our differences,” the Minister.

Tunji-Ojo emphasised the importance of the season as a time to foster harmony and to strengthen bonds across families and communities.
He assured citizens of the federal government’s continued commitment to ensuring peace, security, and prosperity across the nation.

He further expressed confidence in the renewed hope agenda of President Tinubu’s administration for a better and prosperous economy in 2025.

The Minister, on behalf of the federal government sent warm greetings to all Nigerians, urging them to use the festive period to reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity that the season signifies.(NAN)

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Hoodlums Attack Etsu Lokoja’s Palace, Raze Properties

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Some suspected hoodlums on Saturday attacked the palace of Etsu Lokoja, Chief Emmanuel Dauda-Shelika, Nyamkpa IV, burning properties within the premises, including a vehicle.

The palace, located on plot 306, New Layout, Lokoja, was allegedly attacked by hoodlums at about 1:00 am on Saturday.

The Nupe Natives of Lokoja Development Union were planning to host the 2nd edition of the Nupe Natives end-of-the-year event, tagged “Lokoja ’24 Nupe Cultural Fiesta,” on Dec.

21, 2024, before the incident occurred.

The event was, however, aborted due to the unfortunate attack.

Dauda-Shelika said this on Monday in Lokoja that he heard a big bang on my door at around 1 am.

“I woke up to check through the window, wondering what could have happened.

“Then, I suddenly saw wildfire coming out of my car that was set ablaze by attackers.

“I knew it was an attack on the palace, and therefore I could not come out because of fear of being attacked. So, I managed to come out through the back door and scaled the fence to escape for my life.

“Thereafter, I came out to the road and realised that all my neighbours in the community were on the ground trying hard to quench the fire, but unfortunately the car was burnt as well as other properties inside it.”

The traditional ruler appealed to the government and security agencies to investigate the cause of the attack and bring perpetrators and their sponsors to justice.

He admonished Nupe natives in Lokoja to avoid any reprisal attack but continue to remain peaceful and law abiding and allow the government and security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation of the attack.

“We are appealing to Gov. Ahmed Ododo and security agencies to please use their good offices to investigate this unfortunate incident and bring to justice whoever is concerned, whether directly or indirectly.

“We also want the government to kindly visit our issues by recognising and grading the stool of Etsu Lokoja, which had been in existence before colonisation,” he said.

He stated that the Lokoja Local Government Area chairman and his security team came for an on-the-spot assessment that Saturday morning, as well as the police and other security outfits.

The National President, Nupe Natives Union Lokoja, Alh. Abubakar Ndashite, said the event scheduled for Saturday was a celebration of Nupe cultural heritage and not any form of coronation as being insinuated from some quarters.

Ndashite, who doubles as the chairman of the planning committee, said the aborted event was to project the Nupe spirit and culture as well as the rich history of the diversely composed Lokoja community and the peaceful and harmonious coexistence among her.

He expressed his displeasure over the aborted cultural event, noting that the union had expended so much on it, and urged the government to bring perpetrators to book. (NAN)

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