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  • Why we arrested boy who stood in front of Obi’s convoy – Police

    Why we arrested boy who stood in front of Obi’s convoy – Police

    The Lagos State Police Command on Saturday has revealed why Alabi Quadri, who became known during the 2023 presidential election for standing in front of Labour Party candidate Peter Obi’s convoy, was remanded was arrested and remanded in prison.

    The command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin in a statement on its X handle explained that Quadri was arrested and charged to court after being linked to a violent street fight.

    “The Lagos State Police Command is aware of public concerns surrounding the case of Alabi Quadri, an 18-year-old who was remanded to correctional service following his involvement in violent attacks, public disturbance, causing extensive damage to public and private properties, and injuries to persons standing by in the Amukoko area of Lagos State earlier this year.

    “On January 22, 2025 to be precise, a serious breach of public peace and extensive damage to public and private properties occurred in Amukoko when groups of youths engaged in violent confrontations that escalated into street fights for all, causing widespread violence, panic, and chaos. During the chaos, a number of innocent passersby were reported to have been robbed and injured,” Hundeyin said.

    According to the police spokesman, officers quickly began investigating the case, adding that community members who witnessed the event helped by giving useful information.

    He added that victims of the robbery also gave statements and identified some of those involved.

    He explained further that based on the investigation, Alabi Quadri and four others were arrested and taken to court.

    He noted that the court then ordered that they be kept in custody while the legal process continues.

    Hundeyin stated, “In response, police officers of the command immediately launched an investigation into the incident.

    “More crucial information was provided by members of the community, some of whom witnessed the incident and recognised several individuals involved.

    “Victims of the robbery also came forward to give statements and positively identified the perpetrators. Following a thorough and transparent investigation, Alabi Quadri and four others were arrested and charged to court in connection with the crime.

    “The suspects were remanded by the court to a correctional facility pending the conclusion of legal proceedings in the matter.

    “The Lagos State Police Command undoubtedly reiterates its commitment to upholding the rule of law to ensure justice in all matters and also ensuring the safety and security of all residents.”

    The command said it remains committed to justice and safety for all residents, urging the public to remain calm and allow the courts to decide the case.

    “All police actions taken in this case have been in the laid-down processes and in accordance with due process, procedures, and based on credible evidence gathered during the investigation.

    “We urge the public to remain calm and allow the judicial process to take its course and be fully exhausted in the case.

    “The command remains open to engaging with the general public, opinion groups, and community stakeholders to transparently clarify every concern and ensure justice is served fairly and transparently.

    “It’s statutory procedure in the Criminal Justice System and codes that police actions terminate where matters are taken to court.

    “Members of the general public in Lagos State are enjoined to stay calm and peaceful, and allow peace to reign to ensure justice for all,” it added.

     

  • Investigate alleged attack on Yahaya Bello’s convoy, it’s a ploy to rope Ajaka – Natasha

    Investigate alleged attack on Yahaya Bello’s convoy, it’s a ploy to rope Ajaka – Natasha

    Kogi Central Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Senatorial Candidate in Kogi Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has alleged that the recent attack on Gov. Yahaya Bello’s convoy is politically motivated.

    “It is a smear campaign against the Social Democratic Party (SDP) Governorship Murtala Yakubu-Ajaka”, she alleged in a statement issued in Lokoja on Sunday.

    She urged the appropriate authorities to investigate the crisis.

    She noted that both Bello and Ajaka are already accusing each other of assassination attempt, calling for investigation before it would go out of control.

    She recalled further that the attack occurred on June 3 on Lokoja-Abuja highway.

    “The attack was a ploy in to implicate Ajaka to be disqualified by INEC in the forthcoming Nov. 11 governorship election,” she alleged.

    But Mr. Kingsley Fanwo, the state  Commissioner for Information, said that Natasha should better give her testimony to the law enforcement agents than going to the media.

    “If she was there when the incident happened, she should better go to the law enforcement agents and give vivid account of what exactly happened.

    “But if she wasn’t there, she isn’t fair to either Bello nor Ajaka by this accusation,” Fanwo said.

  • Yahaya Bello escapes death as gunmen attack convoy

    Yahaya Bello escapes death as gunmen attack convoy

    The Convoy of the Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello was on Saturday attacked by suspected gunmen, on his way from Abuja to Lokoja.

    He was blocked and attacked by people believed to be supporters of Alh. Muritala Yakubu Ajaka

    The incident which occurred at about 12.30 hours left many people injured.

    According to a statement issued by Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the state Commissioner for Information and Communications, the attack took place near the Naval Base, few kilometres from Lokoja.

    Fanwo noted that the convoy of Muritala Yakubu Ajaka, having sighted that of the Governor, blocked the road and Ajaka’s armed thugs started shooting sporadically at the convoy of the Governor.

    The statement reads: “A Tundra branded with the logo of the SDP and with SDP flags also blocked the Governor’s vehicle and occupants of the SDP branded Tundra were armed with Rifles and short guns. The Governor left the scene unscathed and there is no cause for panic as the Governor is in high spirit.

    “Some security aides and other aides attached to the Governor sustained some degrees of injuries and have been rushed to medical facilities for medical attention.

    “We urge the people of Kogi State to remain calm as security agents are in full control to ensure the arrest of the hoodlums behind the attack. The State Government will ensure that law and order are maintained as the attackers will be brought to justice.

    “The Governor has warned that no APC member should involve in any reprisal attack as insecurity from any quarter will be met with stiff penalties” the statement concluded.

  • Convoy attack: U.S Embassy confirms safe recovery of 2 staff

    Convoy attack: U.S Embassy confirms safe recovery of 2 staff

    The United States (U.S) Embassy in Abuja says two of its employees involved in the attack on its convoy in Anambra have been rescued alive.

    The Embassy made this known in a statement made available to journalists on Friday in Abuja.

    The U.S Embassy said that the victims were under the protection of the Nigerian authorities in Anambra.

    The statement said that the U.S government was working intensively to bring to book the perpetrators of the crime.

    According to it, two U.S. Mission employees missing since the May 16 attack in Anambra state are alive and safe, and under the protection of Nigerian authorities in Anambra.

    “We have informed their families of their safe recovery.  U.S. Mission personnel are on their way to meet and accompany them home.

    “We continue to work intensively with the Nigerian security and law enforcement on this matter, to identify the victims previously found, and to bring to justice those responsible for this heinous attack.

    “We welcome any information the public may have in this regard.

    “We are deeply grateful for the partnership and solidarity of the Nigerian government and Nigerian security and law enforcement colleagues and mourn with them for those who died in the attack.”

    Recalled that on May 16, a convoy of a U.S vehicle was attacked by gunmen in Atani, Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State while the team was on a mission.

  • US convoy: Police confirm nine persons died during attack

    US convoy: Police confirm nine persons died during attack

    Anambra Police Command has revealed that nine persons lost their lives in an ambush attack on the US convoy in the state on May 16.

    The command’s disclosure is contained in a press statement made available through DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, Anambra Police Command spokesman, in Awka on Thursday.

    Ikegna said the information about the incident was received by Anambra State Police Command, through an official of the US consulate.

    The command disclosed that through its preliminary investigation, it gathered that the officials of the USA consulate were on a mission to assess the impact of erosion in Ogbaru Local Government Area (LGA).

    The statement said the attack took place along Atani/Osamela road in Ogbaru LGA by suspected members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN)/Indigenous people of Biafra (IPOB).

    However, the  command disclosed that upon arrival at the scene of the incident, the joint security team sighted and engaged the assailants in a shoot-out but they escaped through a nearby forest.

    Ikenga said the Command continued their search jointly with security forces comprising police tactical teams from the command and troops of the Nigerian Army as well as the Nigerian Navy.

    The PPRO said they raided a camp in Ugwuaneocha community of Ogbaru LGA, which was suspected to be the hideout of the assailants, but discovered that it had been deserted.

    However, he disclosed that two persons of interest have been arrested and they are currently assisting the police in their investigation.

    The statement also revealed that the criminal camp has been razed down by the joint security team.

    The Command listed the following persons as the fallen heroes of the US consulate, Jefferson Obayuwane (RTD DSS personnel), Sunday Prince Ubong, Ekene Nweke, Hassan Etila, Avwuvie Kaye, Monday, Bukar . A. Kabuiki – (Police), Emmanuel Lukpata – (Police), Friday Morgan -(Police), and Adamu Andrew – (Police).

    The PPRO  said that the remains of the deceased persons have all been recovered and deposited in a morgue.

    He said that the state police command and other security agencies are working round-the-clock, in concert with the Government of Anambra State, to find and rescue the missing officials.

    Ikenga urged members of the public to support its effort to get the identities and locations of the culprits, through provision of quality information.

    The Commissioner condoles with the families and friends of the deceased persons.

    He extended his condolence to the USA Consulate over the tragic incident and assured that efforts would be deployed to track down the perpetrators of the heinous crimes and bring them to justice.

  • White House reacts to attack on US Embassy convoy in Anambra

    White House reacts to attack on US Embassy convoy in Anambra

    The White House has confirmed that no American citizen was killed as gunmen ambushed a US Embassy convoy in Nigeria on Tuesday, killing four people.

    Those who died include two personnel from the US consulate and two police officers.

    The attack took place in the Amiyi/Eke Ochuche communities in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra state.

    “No US citizens were involved and therefore there were no US citizens hurt.

    “We are aware of some casualties, perhaps even some killed,” John Kirby of the US National Security Council said.

    The spokesperson for the Anambra Police Command, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, also revealed that the assailants “made away with two police operatives and a driver of the second vehicle in the convoy.”

    Ikenga confirmed that joint security forces “have embarked on a rescue and recovery operation in the area.”

  • [Video] Governor Okezie Ikpeazu’s son arrives event in convoy

    [Video] Governor Okezie Ikpeazu’s son arrives event in convoy

    Chinedu Ikpeazu, the son of Abia state governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, has kept social media talking as a video of him arriving at an event in a convoy and security escorts has emerged.

    The boy reported to be 21 years old, was praised by the MC as he emerged from his convoy.

    In the video, the MC said “Son of His Excellency is also His Excellency,” while singing his praise.

    Women are seen hailing the young son of the state governor and gunshots are heard ringing out to welcome him to the event.

    The grand arrival sparked outrage and Nigerians took to various platforms to point out that many workers in the state are still being owed arrears in salaries, yet the governor’s son is living an extravagant life and receiving praise from the people.

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  • Ohakim narrates experience after gunmen attack convoy, killing four policemen

    Ohakim narrates experience after gunmen attack convoy, killing four policemen

    Former Imo State Governor, Ikedi Ohakim has said a bulletproof vehicle saved him after an attack by heavily armed gunmen who killed four of his police escorts.

    Ohakim’s convoy was ambushed on Monday night at Oriagu in Ehime Mbano Local Government Area in Imo.

    Speaking with the TheNiche the ex-governor narrates how it all happened and how he survived the attack

    He said: “We were driving between Isiala Mbano and Ehime Mbano. These people blocked us at a place called Umualumaku.

    “They attacked us from behind and were firing at our vehicles consistently. I thought I was a dead man and I was with two of my children – my son and daughter.

    “What saved me was the bulletproof vehicle. That I am alive today is by the special grace of God and the bulletproof vehicle.

    “But unfortunately for me they killed four of our boys, including the driver. Yes, we lost four of the boys and I am devastated. How can that be? What crime did they commit?”

    Ohakim said even when his own driver managed to escape from the scene, the assailants pursued his vehicle.

    “They pursued us and continued firing at our tyres. Luckily, the vehicle has what is called run-flat tyres on which you can continue driving even after a puncture. So, even when they shot at the tyres hoping to immobilise us, the vehicle continued moving. If they were ordinary tyres and the vehicle had stopped, they would cornered and finished us.

    “But the tyres held on until we got back home. We drove for about 20 minutes before we got home. That was the saving grace.”

    “The driver who manifested tremendous level of driving skill kept manoeuvring until he lost them at a junction when he went right and not knowing where we had gone, they headed the other direction on the road to Umuahia.

    “We then turned and went back to my house. We were there when Imo Government House sent reinforcement from Owerri who brought the corpses of my security people.”

    Ohakim, who said he saw the assailants said they were not amateurs.

    “This goes beyond the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), I must say. These are professionals, well-trained. They are not ordinary people. They were driving a blue colour BMW 5-series car, brand new. They came to kill me.”

    Ohakim lamented the worsening security situation in Imo State.

    “I don’t know what this is all about. It is becoming terrible. Won’t people come home again? Are we going to stay in Owerri and Abuja permanently without coming back to our communities?” the former governor mourned.

     

  • What Apostle Suleman told me after attack – Shehu Sani

    What Apostle Suleman told me after attack – Shehu Sani

    Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani has disclosed that the founder of Omega Fire Ministry Apostle Suleman said the attack on his convoy was an assassination attempt.

    Recall that some unidentified gunmen ambushed the cleric’s convoy on Warake road in Auchi, Edo State on Friday evening.

    Reacting, Shehu Sani in a tweet on his Twitter handle while condoling with families of the victims, said he has spoken with the Apostle, who confirmed the incident to him.

    The former lawmaker wrote, “We thank God for the life of Apostle Suleiman. My condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. The attack is condemnable.

    “I have just spoken with Apostle Suleiman. He confirmed to me that it was an assassination attempt on his life and that some of his aides lost their lives. He also confirmed there was an arrest”.

  • [TRENDING VIDEO] Reps Minority Leader, Elumelu’s convoy blocked by constituents over delayed projects

    [TRENDING VIDEO] Reps Minority Leader, Elumelu’s convoy blocked by constituents over delayed projects

    A video clip has emerged online showing irate youths of Aniocha in Delta State blocking the convoy of Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Ndudi Elumelu.

    TheNewsGuru.com, (TNG) reports the youths claimed in the viral video that the road project in their constituency is being delayed.

    A background speaking local Ika and English is heard saying his PA is about to be dealt with.

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