The Kano State Police Command on Friday, said it arrested 78 suspects and recovered a substantial quantity of weapons, illicit drugs and stolen properties across the state.

The Commissioner of Police (CP), Dr Ibrahim Bakori made the disclosure at a news conference at Bompai Kano Police Headquarters.

Bakori stated that the development was part of the command’s ongoing efforts to combat crime in the state.

According to the CP, notable among the arrests was the re-arrest of one Sulaiman Danwawu, a 32-year-old notorious drug dealer from Tudun Yola Quarters.

He explained that Danwawu had previously been charged to court in 2022 for alleged possession of 500 cartons of suspected Tramadol tablets and now found with other illicit substances on his re-arrest.

The CP also announced that his men apprehended a suspected armed robber with two Beretta pistols and ten rounds of live ammunition.

“Between April 23 and May 9, 2025, we arrested five-armed robbery suspects, seven suspected drug dealers.

”We also arrested one suspected cattle rustler, four suspected fraudsters, 13 suspected thieves and 48 suspected thugs (Yan Daba),” he said.

Bakori listed items recovered from the suspects to include two Beretta pistols with 10 live rounds of ammunitions, various quantities of hard drugs such as Pregabalin, Diazepam, Tramadol, Codeine, Pentazocine and Cannabis.

Also recovered were eight vehicles, three tricycles and two motorcycles.

The Police chief added that they recovered 12 cutlasses, 15 knives, counterfeit currency totaling 198 US dollar notes and ₦311,000. five sheep, two rams, 12 mobile phones, an alternator generator and several other household items.

Bakori emphasised that these achievements demonstrate the effectiveness of the command’s strategies in curbing drug abuse and related crimes, which drive thuggery, armed robbery and other violent crimes.

He also noted a significant reduction in phone snatching, thuggery and car theft in the area.

The commissioner assured residents of the command’s resolve to maintain peace and order just as he urged the public to support the police with credible information.

He appreciated the support of the media and other law-abiding citizens of the state, saying, “we count on your cooperation to keep Kano safe”.(NAN)

The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has called on its customers to pay their energy bill or risk disconnection from the network.

Emeka Ezeh, Head of Corporate Communications, EEDC, who made the call in a statement on Friday, said postpaid customers were expected to pay their bills before the 15th day of the subsequent month

Ezeh urged them to take advantage of the ongoing discount scheme known as Accelerated Settlement of Arrears Project (ASAP), and clear their bill arrears.

He said EEDC would soon embark on disconnection of indebted customers warning that reconnection attracts a penalty.

According to him, the current electricity bill, which is for energy consumed in the previous month, is expected to be paid by the 15th day of the succeeding month.

“Payments can be made at EEDC Cash Offices or any collection agent location. Customers must not wait for Marketers to visit before they pay their bills.

“Promptly pay your bills and save yourself the inconveniences of being disconnected or surcharged,” he said

Ezeh said the company was committed to delivering optimum services to customers, but added that timely and regular payment of bills was crucial for the company to sustain its operations. (NAN)

  Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos on Friday inaugurated the state’s newly-constructed Custodian Accident and Emergency Centre at Epe,  describing it as a vital step toward expanding access to quality emergency healthcare.

Sanwo-Olu  inaugurated  the centre at the Federal Medical Centre, Epe.

The governor applauded Custodian Investments Ltd.

He also praised Lagos State Ministry of Health and the project team for delivering what he called a ‘world-class facility’.

“This centre stands as a symbol of what is possible when vision, planning and execution align; this is a world class facility

“We are not just handing over a project, we are empowering the Epe community with a vital facility that can make the difference between life and death,” he said.

The facility is equipped with triage units, emergency wards, diagnostic centers, staff lounges and waiting areas.

It is designed to offer swift and efficient care in critical situations.

The governor emphasised that the facility would not only improve patients healthcare outcomes, but will also boost staff efficiency and strengthen public trust in the state’s healthcare system.

“This project is a clear manifestation of our vision for a progressive Lagos, where health is treated as a priority,” Sanwo-Olu said.

The governor said that the emergency centre would serve not only Epe but also nearby communities.

He added that it would ensure quicker interventions during medical emergencies and reduce preventable deaths.

Sanwo-Olu pledged continued investment in health infrastructure across the state, especially in emergency response, maternal care and disease prevention.

Sanwo-Olu acknowledged the essential role of healthcare professionals assigned to the new facility, and said that the state government would support their welfare, training and professional growth.

He urged Epe residents to take ownership of the centre, support its staff and safeguard the facility as a community asset.

“As we hand over this facility today, I urge all stakeholders to work together in ensuring that this centre fulfils its purpose and enhances the well-being of our people,” Sanwo-Olu said.

The state Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, and the Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Health,  Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, lauded Custodian Investments Ltd. for its partnership with the state. (NAN)