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Sexual intercourse with minors under 13 attracts life jail -Delta PPRO

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Sexual intercourse with minors under 13 attracts life jail -Delta PPRO

The Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, has warned that engaging in sexual intercourse with either a boy or girl under 13 years old is considered defilement and is punishable by law with a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.

Edafe made this known in a post on X.com on Sunday.

He emphasized that consent is not a valid defence in such cases and that attempts to cover up defilement can lead to additional charges of aiding and abetting.

Edafe stressed that taking the matter to court and swearing an affidavit will also not suffice, encouraging parents to report any instances of defilement to the authorities.

He wrote: “A sexual intercourse with either a boy or a girl under the age of 13 years is defilement and the punishment, if found guilty, is life Imprisonment.

“Section 218 CC. In this case, consent is immaterial and such offences can’t be compounded.

“So going to court and swearing to an affidavit won’t work. In fact, any parent who tries to cover defilement could be charged to court for aiding and abetting.”

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Ondo SWAN, NDLEA team up to tackle drug abuse in sports

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Ondo SWAN, NDLEA team up to tackle drug abuse in sports

The Ondo State Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria has partnered with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency to combat drug abuse among sportsmen and women, as well as other stakeholders.

The partnership was highlighted during a sensitisation program held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure on Sunday.

Speaking at the event, NDLEA Commander in Ondo State, Mr. Kayode Raji, stressed the urgent need to tackle the escalating issue of drug abuse within the sports community.

He emphasised that drug abuse, which has devastated many lives in the country, has infiltrated the sports world, necessitating immediate action by stakeholders.

Raji reaffirmed the NDLEA’s commitment to eradicating drug abuse and supporting those affected.

Raji stated, “We are not here to deliver speeches; we are here to save lives.

“Drug abuse has destroyed many lives, and it is no longer a distant issue but one that is now prevalent among us. The consequences are limitless. Drug abuse is gradually infiltrating the sports community, and now is the time to step in and sensitize athletes about its dangers.”

He also stressed that preventive measures and support systems are in place to ensure athletes have the resources and knowledge to avoid drug abuse.

The sensitisation program, themed “Drug Abuse – Battling a Menace in Nigerian Sports,” was organised by SWAN.

While declaring the program open, the Ondo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Saka Yusuf-Ogunleye, commended the organisers for their timely initiative, especially as the world prepares for the 2024 Olympics.

Represented by his Special Adviser, Mr. Daodu Alex, the Commissioner expressed the state government’s readiness to partner with stakeholders and agencies to create a drug-abuse-free society.

He said, “I admonish the convener of this event and their partner to ensure they take this advocacy beyond this hall,” Yusuf-Ogunleye stated. “Let us take it to schools so that we can educate upcoming athletes on the dangers of taking performance-enhancing tablets.”

In his remarks, the state Chairman of SWAN, Mr. Segun Giwa, highlighted the significant threat drug abuse poses to the sports industry.

He urged sports writers to play an active role in raising awareness and educating athletes.

Giwa called for stronger government support and the creation of a drug-free sports culture that values hard work, dedication, and fair play.

“Let us all work together to create a drug-free sports culture in Nigeria,” Giwa said.

A culture that values hard work, dedication, and fair play. A culture that produces champions who inspire us with their talent, their character, and their integrity.”

Don’t politicise fertilizer, Osun group tells Adeleke

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Don’t politicise fertilizer, Osun group tells Adeleke

Osun-based rights group, The Osun Masterminds on Sunday continued its war of words with the state governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed on the appropriate mode that should be adopted for the distribution of bags of fertilizer received from the Federal Government by the state.

The group’s Executive Director, Prof. Wasiu Oyedokun-Alli, while reading the group’s monthly State of Osun address for June, disclosed that 11 truckloads of fertilizer had been received by the state.

Oyedokun-Alli, subsequently advised the state governor, Ademola Adeleke, to ensure fairness in the distribution of the items.

But Rasheed while responding said the fertilizer was received only last Friday, adding that the Ministry in charge had announced the receipt of the item to the public.

“How do you start sharing fertilizers that are still arriving in the state? What better way to be transparent than the statement from the state government on arrivals including the number of trucks?

“We note that the group is being mischievous and partisan as usual as it still finds it hard to abandon its old roots as an appendage of the opposition during the pre-2022 election,” Rasheed said in his reaction.

Displeased by the statement, Oyedokun-Alli, in a statement on Sunday, while accusing Rasheed of always branding all critics of the governor as opposition element, further said “He unleashed the same pattern on us in his response to our June 2024 State of the State address, wherein we advised the Adeleke government to ensure fairness, transparency, and sincerity in the distribution of fertilizers recently disbursed to the States.

“We are aware that the fertilizers received constitute just the first batch of the total expected.

“We insist, however, that the distribution, whether of this first batch, or the entire batch, must be with fairness, transparency, and sincerity. There must be no political colouration to the distribution and only true farmers, especially in rural communities, must benefit.”

Euro ’24: England fight back against Slovakia to set up Swiss Q’final clash

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Euro ’24: England fight back against Slovakia to set up Swiss Q’final clash

Three Lions of England have advanced to the quarter-finals of the European Championship following a 2-1 last-16 win over Slovakia after extra time.
More to follow…
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England edge Slovakia 2-1, advance to quarterfinals

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England edge Slovakia 2-1, advance to quarterfinals

The Three Lions of England have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Euro 2024 tournament after beating Slovakia 2-1 on Sunday night.

Slovakia got the lead in the 25th minute courtesy of Ivan Schranz’s low shot which was cancelled by English youngster, Jude Bellingham in stoppage time.

Captain Harry Kane got the winning goal with a header immediately after extra time.

Details later…

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‘We’ll seek legal redress’ – NBA responds to DSS’ 3-year detention of its member

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‘We’ll seek legal redress’ – NBA responds to DSS’ 3-year detention of its member

The Abakaliki branch of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has expressed dismay over the detention of one of its members, Pius Awoke, for three years.
The association said before his release, the legal practitioner was detained in three different cells of the Department of State Services, DSS, in Kogi, Abuja, and Niger states in a dehumanising manner.
The lawyer was arrested on July 26, 2021, while returning from Abuja after attending the arraignment and trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB.
He was taken to different DSS custody before finally regaining his freedom last week, June 21, 2024.
NBA condemned the detention and vowed to fight it legally when Pius Awoke recovers from the health challenges he has as a result of the long incarceration.
The chairman of NBA, Abakaliki Branch, Edeh Samuel Edeh, who stated this while speaking, said the law must take its course on the matter.
According to him, the detention of the legal practitioner has brought untold hardship to his family and other dependents.
“This man went for a legitimate duty as a lawyer. He went to court to represent a client, and as he was returning from Abuja, he was arrested by DSS.
“Now, the issue here is, since when has it been unlawful that a lawyer should represent a client? If a member of DSS is alleged to have committed one offence or another, won’t he have the right to brief a lawyer to represent him?
“So, the way Pius Awoke, being our member, was humiliated, and dehumanised is something too gory, too bad, and unacceptable, and on behalf of NBA Abakaliki branch, we condemn such. Even the National NBA, is also feeling very bad. The President and the entire body, we have been on phones, we have been discussing and I know several efforts that were made and through the efforts of the National President, Pius Awoke has been released.
“If you look at his family, you will shed tears. His wife and the entire family have gone through untold hardship during these three years Pius Awoke was in the DSS cells as if Pius had died. But there must be punitive measures; they have to pay, and they will pay for it.
“The association is still studying the situation. Let Pius get himself; we will take it up from there,” Edeh stated.
‘We’ll seek legal redress’ – NBA responds to DSS’ 3-year detention of its member

Police arrest VeryDarkMan over defamation allegations

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Police arrest VeryDarkMan over defamation allegations

Controversial social media critic, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has been arrested by Nigerian police operatives at his Abuja residence on Sunday.

While the reason for his arrest is yet to be disclosed, his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed that it is related to his recent exposé on his X.com.

According to Adeyanju, Otse was arrested on the orders of CP Igwe for allegedly defaming someone who had been accused of scamming a Nigerian abroad.

He wrote, “Our client, #thatverydarkman has just been arrested by the police on the instruction of CP Igwe for exposing someone who allegedly duped a Nigerian abroad.

“Instead of the police to arrest the person alleged to have duped someone, they arrested VDM on allegation of defamation.”

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Tinubu mourns ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Ibrahim Ogohi

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Tinubu mourns ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Ibrahim Ogohi

President Bola Tinubu has consoled the family of the late ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Admiral Ibrahim Ogohi (retd.), who died at the age of 75.

The former naval officer, who was the Chief of Defence Staff between 1999 and 2003, passed on after a brief illness in the early hours of Sunday at his Abuja residence.

Late Ogohi was also the first chief of defence staff from the Nigerian Navy.

According to a statement on Sunday by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the President extended his condolences to the family of the late retired Admiral.

The president described the late Admiral Ogohi as a well-decorated officer, stating that his services to the nation will always be remembered.

The statement added, “President Tinubu mourns the late Admiral, stating that his services to the nation will always be remembered.

“The President prays for the repose of the soul of the deceased and comfort to his family.”

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NNPC Retail denies ‘lubricants-for-petrol’ claims, begins probe

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NNPC Retail denies ‘lubricants-for-petrol’ claims, begins probe

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Retail Limited has denied allegations circulating on social media about a fuel pump attendant coercing customers to purchase lubricants or engine oil as a prerequisite for buying petrol.

In a statement signed on Sunday, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd. Olufemi Soneye, clarified the situation, stating, “The attention of NNPC Retail Limited has been drawn to a recent video clip making rounds on social media (X to be precise) concerning a fuel pump attendant at one of our filling stations.

“In the said video, customers were coerced to purchase lubricants or engine oil as a prerequisite for purchasing or dispensing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol. The attendant alleged that this was a directive from NNPC Retail Management.”

NNPC Retail unequivocally refuted the allegation, stating that it does not represent the company’s Customer Service Charter.

“At all NNPC Retail filling stations, customers are not obligated to purchase lubricants or engine oil or other products as a precursor to buying PMS (petrol),” the statement added.

Speaking further on the incident, Managing Director of NNPC Retail Ltd., Mr. Huub Stokman, said, “We are dedicated to providing clear, transparent, and quality service to all our customers, guaranteeing that their needs are met without any recourse to unnecessary and unscrupulous conditionalities.”

The public is advised to disregard the misinformation and report any such occurrences to the appropriate authorities.

NNPC Retail Limited has launched an investigation into the incident and assures that appropriate disciplinary action will be taken against those involved.

Kate Henshaw blasts Nigerians sharing Olu Jacobs death rumour

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Kate Henshaw blasts Nigerians sharing Olu Jacobs death rumour

Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw, has faulted the actions of Nigerians who shared false information, claiming veteran actor Olu Jacobs was dead.

The rumours of Jacobs’ death had earlier spread online on Sunday without official confirmation.

Reacting to the news spreading on social media, Henshaw, who is also the Director of Communications for the Actors Guild of Nigeria, wrote on X.com, “How you people put up RIP posts about someone who is still alive, year in and year out, is very sickening.

“You do this to this great man and his family all the time! It is all shades of wrong! Stop, for goodness sake! Uncle Olu Jacobs is alive!”

Replying to an X.com user who had asked where the false information originated from, Henshaw stated that some individuals had started calling Olu Jacobs’ wife, Joke, over the incident.

“Who knows? And no one will bother to confirm? Imagine people calling Aunty Joke up and down! Haba!” she exclaimed.

According Online earlier reported that a Nigerian columnist, Betty Irabor, similarly debunked the news of his death.

“Olu Jacob is well and alive. Please ignore all rumours of his passing. He is alive, please,” she said.

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