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Fuel Smuggling: Customs intercepts 23,925 litres of PMS in Ogun

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Fuel Smuggling: Customs intercepts 23,925 litres of PMS in Ogun

National Coordinator, Special Operation of the Nigeria Customs Service, Comptroller Hussein Ejibunu, said the command has intercepted 23,925 litres of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol in Ogun State.
Comptroller Ejibunu, stated this on Thursday while addressing newsmen at the Commands headquarters in Abeokuta, on the two weeks’ activities of ‘Operation Whirlwind team.
He explained that the petrol intended for smuggling out of the country was intercepted alongside the vehicles while the fuel stations from which it was purchased were sealed.
The petrol stations are Seayab Petroleum along Imeko, Quawiyan Resource Petroleum LTD along Owode, and Julanky Oil and Gas along Owode Ilaro Road.
Comptroller Ejibunu disclosed that a truck carrying 77 drums of PMS with registration number 9504244D was seized in the bush along Imeko, Obada road on Friday 7th of June, 2024.
The drivers of the vehicles according to him are under protective custody.
“Seventy-seven drums of PMS (66 kegs of 25 litres each) equivalent to 15.400 litres at SEAYAB PETROLEUM along Imeko /Obada road in Ogun state. The means of conveyance is a truck with the Reg. No 9504244D. Friday 7th of June, 2024.

“ 100 kegs of PMS at 25 litres each, equivalent to 2500 litres at QUAWIYAN RESOURCE PETROLEUM NIG. LTD along Owode / Atan road in Ogun State. Means of conveyance, One Toyota Camry with Ch. No. 4TIBE3KXU672540 on Saturday 8th June .2024

“ 141 kegs of PMS at 25 litres each equivalent to 6025 litres at JULANKY OIL & GAS along Owode /llaro road in Ogun state. Means of conveyance Toyota Avalon cars with Ch. NO. 4TIBE28B72266597 and 4TIBF28B33298190 on Saturday 8 June, 2024” He said.

The Comptroller, however, cautioned large truck owners to be careful of who they lend their vehicles to for businesses, warning that if found will all face the law.
He also warned those perpetrating this dastardly act to desist or have themselves to blame.
Fuel Smuggling: Customs intercepts 23,925 litres of PMS in Ogun

NSCDC beefs up security in FCT, deploys 5,112 personnel

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NSCDC beefs up security in FCT, deploys 5,112 personnel

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has intensified security measures ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations in the Federal Capital Territory.

The FCT Commandant, NSCDC, Dr Olusola Odumosu, announced the deployment of 5,112 NSCDC personnel across the state to safeguard residents and visitors during the festive period.

The deployment spans all six area councils, the city centre, and other crucial locations vulnerable to criminal activities.

‘The Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Capital Territory Command, Dr Olusola Odumosu, has deployed 5,112 personnel to beef up security in the FCT, before and during the Sallah celebration.

‘The Corps is committed to ensuring the safety of lives and property of residents and the protection of Critical National Assets in the FCT,’ the spokesperson of the command, Samuel Idoko stated in a statement on Thursday.

The commandant emphasised the importance of adhering to operational guidelines to maintain professionalism and public trust.

Specialised units including the Armed Squad, Intelligence operatives, Counter Terrorism Unit, Female Strike Force, Special Crack Squad (operation Adaka-su), and Agro Rangers have been mobilised to bolster security operations across the FCT.

Collaborating closely with other security agencies, NSCDC will provide comprehensive security coverage at prayer grounds, motor parks, recreational centres, and other public venues throughout the Eid festivities.

‘You are to ensure 24-hour protection of all these infrastructures and the holidaymakers in the city. We must show commitment in the discharge of our duties as law enforcers.

‘However, there is no room for carelessness or overzealousness while carrying out your duties and the operational order must be followed to ensure professionalism on your part,’ Odumosu admonished.

He urged residents to cooperate with security personnel and report any suspicious activities promptly to ensure a secure and enjoyable Sallah celebration in the FCT.

Court postpones arraignment of Yahaya Bello on fraud charges

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Court postpones arraignment of Yahaya Bello on fraud charges

A Federal High Court, sitting in Lagos, on Thursday, posponed the scheduled arraignment of former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello on charges of N80.2 billion fraud.
The arraignment has now been shifted to June 27th, 2024.
The adjournment followed the absence of the lead counsel for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Kemi Pinhero, SAN, in court.
Pinhero, SAN, was said to had earlier notified the defence lawyers that he would not be able to make it to court and accordingly requested a new date to be set for the defendant to enter his plea to the 19-count charge the anti-graft agency preferred against him.
In view of the situation, the parties agreed to send junior lawyers to the court to set a new date for the proposed arraignment.
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However, when the matter was called up before trial Justice Emeka Nwite, another senior prosecutor, Mr. Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, announced his appearance for the EFCC and expressed the readiness of his team to proceed with the case.
Miffed by the development, Mr. Adeola Adedipe, SAN, informed the court of the agreement that was earlier reached by the parties, which he said explained the absence of the former governor at the proceeding.
Adedipe, SAN, insisted that the request for the matter to be adjourned, was at the instance of the prosecution.
He argued that under Section 266 of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, ACJA, 2015, it was not a requirement for the defendant to be present in court when the essence of the proceeding was for parties to take a fresh date.
After he had listened to both sides, Justice Nwite agreed to shift the arraignment to a later date.
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World Bank casts doubt on CBN’s ability to curb inflation through rate hikes

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World Bank casts doubt on CBN’s ability to curb inflation through rate hikes

The World Bank has expressed concerns that the Central Bank of Nigeria’s monetary policy tightening may not effectively control inflation.

In its Global Economic Prospects report released on Wednesday, the institution noted that one of the significant risks to Nigeria’s economic growth is the failure of these tightening policies to rein in inflation.

“Risks to Nigeria’s growth outlook are substantial, including the possibility that the tightening of monetary policy stops short of reining in inflation,” the World Bank stated.

Despite the CBN’s aggressive interest rate hikes, inflation remains a significant challenge for the country.

The monetary policy rate has increased by 750 basis points since February, reaching 26.25 per cent in May.

However, the World Bank warns that this may not be enough to address the issue.

The report predicts that Nigeria’s economic growth will remain modest, at 3.3 per cent this year and 3.5 per cent in 2025.

The non-oil economy is expected to experience sustained growth, while the oil sector is expected to stabilize as production recovers.

The World Bank also highlights the issue of public debt in sub-Saharan Africa, which is expected to remain elevated over the forecast period.

It noted that “If global interest rates remain high, debt-service costs for countries in the region may rise, increasing the risk of government debt distress.”

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Kano: Court assumes jurisdiction to hear Bayero’s rights violation suit

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Kano: Court assumes jurisdiction to hear Bayero’s rights violation suit

A Federal High Court sitting in Kano, has ruled that it has the jurisdiction to preside over the case of human rights violation brought by deposed Kano Emir, Aminu Ado Bayero, and a senior councillor, Aminu Babba DanAgundi, following the reinstatement of Emir Mohammadu Sanusi II.
The court had granted an ex-parte order stopping Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano from reinstating Sanusi pending the determination of a substantive suit filed against his reinstatement.
The order also kicked against the abolishment of four emirates – Bichi, Gaya, Karaye, and Rano – in a bill earlier passed by the State House of Assembly.
It directed all parties involved to maintain status quo ante pending the determination of the suit filed by Sarkin Dawaki Babba and Aminu Babba-Dan’Agundi.
Justice Liman granted leave to the Plaintiff/Applicant to issue and serve their concurrent originating motion as well as all other court processes on the 6th defendant (IGP) in the FCT, Abuja, and outside the jurisdiction of the court.
The defendants in the suit include the Kano State Government, the Kano State House of Assembly, the Speaker of the State Assembly, the Kano State Commissioner of Police, the Inspector General of Police, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, and the Department of State Security.
Justice Liman said all parties are ordered to maintain status quo ante in the passage and assent of the bill.
“That parties are hereby ordered to maintain status quo ante pending hearing of the fundamental rights application.
“In view of the constitutional and jurisdictional issues apparent on the
face of the application, parties shall address the court on same at the hearing of the fundamental rights application which is fixed for the 3rd of June, 2024.
“That in order to maintain the peace and security of the state, an Interim Injunction of this Honourable Court is granted restraining the respondents from enforcing, executing, implementing and operationalizing the Kano State Emirate Law Council (Repeal) Law.
“That parties are hereby ordered to maintain status quo ante the passage and assent of the bill into pending the hearing of the fundamental rights application.”
However, when case resumed on Thursday, Justice Liman, relying on Section 42 Sub-section 1 of the Constitution, said the court has powers of jurisdiction to hear the case.
The judge noted, “What I find intriguing is the respondents total reliance on this case of Gongola, where as Section 42 Sub-section 1 of the Constitution has clearly spelt out the hurisdictional powers of the Federal High Court to preside over such case.
“My respectful view is that the case of Tukur against the Gongola is indistinguishable with the present case. Section 42 Sub-section 1 and Section 32 of the Constitution has vested a power on our court to decide on this matter.”
In continuation of the case the plaintiff counsel, Barrister Chukwuson Ojukwu, argued that the matter is ripe for hearing as to the main issues of the invalidity of the reappointment of a new Emir and the deposition of 15th Emir Aminu Ado Bayero.
But Barrister A. G Wakil insisted that the new motion seeking to continue hearing on the Chieftaincy Affairs issues was not part of the original summons and is a different application outside the matter of Human Rights Violation and the jurisdictional powers of the court, which the court had decided.
The judge explained that the matter was adjourned to Thursday, 13th June 2024, for only ruling and nothing else.
Justice Liman adjourned the case to 14th June, 2024, noting that the matter was too sensitive to linger.
Kano: Court assumes jurisdiction to hear Bayero’s rights violation suit

Police arrest gang selling registered SIM to criminals

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Police arrest gang selling registered SIM to criminals

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command on Thursday paraded six suspects who specialise in registering Subscriber Identity Module cards with other innocent citizens’ identities and selling them to criminals.

The suspects are Ndubuisi Okeh; John Jock; Nafiu Tijani (a dispatcher); Nasiru Sulaiman; John Njoku and Suleiman Musa.

Addressing journalists while parading the suspects, the FCT Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igwe, said the suspects sold the SIM cards to criminals between N3,000 and N5000.

He noted that a total of 1,100 registered SIM cards; three registration machines; two fingerprint machines and a mobile phone were recovered from the suspects.

Igwe said, “On May 29, 2024, at about 3:00 pm, a team of detectives from the State Intelligence Department led by ACP Mohammed S. Baba, acting on credible intelligence, lured and arrested six suspects namely: Ndubuisi Okeh, John Jock; Nafiu Tijani (a dispatcher); Nasiru Sulaiman; John Njoku and Suleiman Musa Who specialises in the sales of already registered sim cards to criminals who operate with other people’s identity to avoid being traced or tracked through their own details at the price rate of three to five thousand naira.”

Igwe also said four different numbers could be registered using a National Identity Number.

According to him, as a result, these criminals use street SIM card vendors to obtain the details of unsuspecting residents who buy and register SIM cards simultaneously.

Igwe explained that the suspects use street SIM card vendors to obtain the details of innocent residents, including their National Identity Numbers, from those who patronize them.

He said, “It may interest you to know that four different numbers could be registered under a single NIN, hence, these criminals employ street sim card vendors to get the details of unsuspecting residents who buy sim cards and register at the same time.

“Over one thousand, one hundred already registered sim cards, three registration machines, and other gadgets were recovered from the suspects. The suspects have all confessed to the crime and will be charged to court at the conclusion of the investigation.”

The CP also said a gun runner, identified as Ikechukwu Didi, was arrested with seven automatic pump action shotguns and 1000 rounds of live cartridges.

He said, “On June 7, 2024, at about 2:00 pm, acting on credible intelligence, police operatives from the anti-car theft section, trailed and arrested one Ikechukwu Didi 54 yrs, at Dutse Junction, who specialises in gun-running. Seven automatic pump action shotguns and 1000 rounds of live cartridges were recovered from him. Suspect will be arraigned in court soon.”

Bill on proposed Orlu State provocative – Ohanaeze youths urge NASS to stay action

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Bill on proposed Orlu State provocative – Ohanaeze youths urge NASS to stay action

Apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide has described as unacceptable the proposal to create Orlu State out of the present Imo State.
It could be recalled that the bill, sponsored by Hon. Ugochinyere Ikeagwuonu, member representing Ideato Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has already passed first reading.
But addressing journalists in Enugu on Thursday, the National President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike urged the National Assembly to jettison any plan to create Orlu State.
Okwu, who described it as an invitation to chaos in the South-East, said it negates the spirit of equity and justice.
He said whereas the South-East was desirous of an additional state to be at par with other regions, the proponents of Orlu State were championing a selfish and divisive agenda, which would only worsen the cries of marginalisation in the zone.
According to him, “the National Confab report, which was endorsed by Nigerians from across the country remains a guide towards the total reform of Nigeria, including state creation.
“In that report, there was a clear mention of Etiti State, which has a representation of every part of the South-East. There is nothing like Orlu State in the Confab report.
“The proposed Etiti State encompasses parts of all the 5 existing states of the South East.
“They include: Orumba South, Orumba North (Anambra); Awgu, Aninri, Oji River (Enugu); Afikpo North, Afikpo South, Ivo (Ebonyi), Ehime Mbano, Okigwe, Onuimo (Imo), as well as Umunneochi and Isuikwuato (Abia).
“It is, therefore, unthinkable for anyone to wake up one day and plot to thwart the general interest of the South-East in pursuit of a selfish agenda.”
Okwu cautioned that the rejection the said Orlu State had already received was a clear indication that “it is self-serving, lacks inclusivity, and proper consultation.
“We urge the National Assembly not drag itself into such a legislation that is capable of setting the South-East on fire.
“It should rather channel its energy towards the creation of Etiti State, which is long overdue, and in doing so, posterity will judge them fairly.
“The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide equally calls on the sponsor of the bill to withdraw it from further legislative action as it is not only provocative but incendiary.”
Bill on proposed Orlu State provocative – Ohanaeze youths urge NASS to stay action

Terzic leaves Borussia Dortmund

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Terzic leaves Borussia Dortmund

Former Borussia Dortmund’s coach, Edin Terzic has left Borussia Dortmund.

According to a statement obtained from Sky Sports’ website, Terzic offered his resignation on Wednesday night despite a season which saw the club reach the Champions League final.

Terzic met with Borussia’s upper management on Thursday morning and left the meeting less than an hour through the club offices back entrance.

A statement from the club said Terzic asked Dortmund to terminate his contract, and the club have agreed to his request.

In a video post on X Terzic said, ‘It is incredibly painful for me to say this to all Black & Yellow fans, but today I am parting company with Borussia Dortmund.

‘It was a huge honour to win the DFB Cup with BVB and to lead this fantastic club to the Champions League final.

‘After the game at Wembley, I asked for a meeting with the club’s senior management team, because after ten years at BVB – including five on the coaching staff and two and a half as head coach – I feel that the club’s new era should begin with a new man on the touchline.

‘Everyone close to me knows that this has been a very difficult decision for me to take over the last few weeks, but after intensive discussions, my fundamental feeling has not changed. I wish Borussia Dortmund all the best, and this isn’t goodbye – we’ll see you soon!’

Terzic had two spells in charge of Dortmund, an interim one at the end of the 2020-21 season, before returning as permanent boss ahead of the 2022-23 season.

Speaking on the incident Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke said,
“Edin Terzic has done an outstanding job in his time at BVB, and we all owe him a huge debt of gratitude. Edin and I will always remain friends.”

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Troops raid IPOB/ESN training camp in Abia

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Troops raid IPOB/ESN training camp in Abia

The Nigeria Army said troops on clearance operations, in the early hours of Wednesday, 12 June, 2024, in conjunction with a Task Force Tactical Patrol Squad, conducted a raid on a training camp of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN) located in Ihechiowa community of Arochukwu Local Government Area of Abia State.
In a statement on its X, the Army saud during the operation, troops successfully infiltrate and dismantled the camp, destroying all training apparatus and facilities found on-site.
In addition to the destruction of the training camp, the troops also targeted buildings used as hideouts for key ESN commanders.
The statement said the operation was sequel to heightened terrorists’ activities of IPOB/ESN, targeting law-abiding citizens and government agencies in Abia State and other parts of Southeastern Nigeria.
“In a separate operation, troops of the Nigerian Army in conjunction with other security agencies have successfully cleared bandits and criminals’ hideouts around Irele, Igbobini and Segbemi Kiribo in the general area of Ese-Odo forest in Irele Local Government Area of Ondo state.
“During the clearance operations, the troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 rifle magazine, 5 locally fabricated single barrel guns, and one locally made pistol. Other items recovered from the bandits include 18 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition and 24 live Cartridges.”
Troops raid IPOB/ESN training camp in Abia

Three rescued as probe begins

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Three rescued as probe begins

The three construction workers, who were initially trapped at the five-storey building that collapsed at the premises of Dennis Memorial Grammar School in Onitsha, the commercial hub of Anambra State, have been rescued alive.

The building, under construction, caved in at about 7:15 am on Wednesday, trapping about three of the workers.

As of 5:15 pm on Wednesday, one person was rescued alive during rescue operations carried out by Anambra State government officials and members of the Red Cross Society.

But speaking to our correspondent on enquiry on Thursday, the Chairman, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria, Mr Victor Metu, disclosed that the three trapped workers were finally rescued alive before midnight of Wednesday.

Metu said that an investigation to unravel the true cause of the collapse had commenced immediately, adding that the rescued team left the scene of the building collapse around 12:00am on Thursday.

He stated that it was a full collapse and not a partial collapse noting that the collapse could be traced to a faulty foundation and substandard materials.

He said, “We rescued the first trapped person around 6 pm on Wednesday, the second person around 9:30 pm and the third around 11:45 pm.

“As the chairman, I am going to write a letter to the state governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, to set up a panel of enquiry consisting of professional experts and engineers to carry out the final analysis on the collapsed building.

“Looking at the calibre and qualified engineers that were attached to the project, you will have no fear, but until this report comes to me because I perceived a lot of things yesterday, some were saying that the building was designed for two floors.

“They said the old boys who were the initiators of the building project saw the need to push it further, but that was mere speculation until I saw the drawing.

“I will also write to the chief consultant to provide me with the drawing, I will then know if it was designed for four, three or two storeys.

“From the nature of the collapse, it was a complete collapse, if it were a partial collapse, we would know that the foundation is strong. It is likely that the beams and columns are weak, probably there is a compromise of the standard.”

According to him, the situation called for concern, while assuring that the agency would dig to find out the level of foundation if it was designed for the five-storey building.

He assured that an integrity test would be carried out before he could now come holistically to tell the public if it was a human factor or a natural factor.

“Someone said it was initially a tunnel where some people hide while another person said it was a dumping ground. If all these were correct, it means there was a hole there before it was converted to a dumping ground in other to fill it up, if after my analysis I find out that it is correct, the implication is that the foundation is faulty.

“In other words, they ought to have done not just 1.5 dip, but at least up to six or seven and then, it would also be wrong for that type of building to be positioned there,” Metu added.

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