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Police rearrest one fleeing convict in Borno

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Police rearrest one fleeing convict in Borno

The Borno State Police Command has announced the rearrest of Abubakar Mohammed, one of the convicts who escaped from the Nigerian Correctional Service facility in Maiduguri, which collapsed during the September 10 flood that ravaged the capital city and its environs.

This was disclosed in a statement released Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer in Borno, SP Ahmed Wakil.

Wakil said the police were alerted by a resident who had sighted Abubakar in Gubio town.

He said, “The Borno Police Command is pleased to announce the successful rearrest of an escaped convict, Abubakar Mohammed, 27, who was serving a jail term for culpable homicide and had escaped from the medium-security custodial centre in Maiduguri.”

“On September 15, 2024, at about 1500 hours, a resident of Bulakara Ward, Gubio LGA, alerted the police after sighting Abubakar in Gubio town following his escape from the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Maiduguri, due to the collapse of the fence wall caused by the flood disaster.”

“Following a swift response by a police patrol team, the escaped convict was apprehended. Abubakar will be handed over to the Nigerian Correctional Service, and efforts are ongoing to locate any other convicted felons who may be in the area.”

According to had reported that no fewer than 280 inmates escaped from the Maiduguri Medium Security Custodial Centre following severe flooding in the capital city.

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LASG threatens demolition of 280 illegal structures

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LASG threatens demolition of 280 illegal structures

The Lagos State Government has issued contravention notices to over 280 illegal property owners and occupiers in the Mayegun Waterfront Scheme in a bid to protect the state’s coastal areas and prevent the proliferation of slums.

The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Ekundayo Alebiosu, disclosed this in a statement posted on the Lagos X platform on Tuesday.

Alebiosu was quoted in the statement as saying, that the contravention notices,  served on Saturday, require the occupants to provide necessary documentation and approvals justifying their occupation of the properties within seven days.

He emphasised the importance of maintaining the integrity of the Lagos State Master Plan.

The statement read, “Failure to comply with this directive will result in the issuance of demolition notices.

“The over 280 properties, which include completed structures, ongoing construction projects, and undeveloped lands, were found to violate government regulations after a thorough technical assessment conducted by the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development.

“The survey team, tasked with preserving Lagos State’s waterfront schemes, determined that these properties lacked the necessary government authorization for construction.

“We cannot allow illegal encroachments to jeopardize the safety and sustainability of our coastal areas. The issuance of these contravention notices is a clear signal that we will not tolerate such activities.”

Alebiosu urged the property owners to voluntarily remove their structures before the expiration of the contravention notices or regularise their documents to avoid penalties.

He warned that the government would no longer tolerate illegal activities along the waterfront schemes and corridors, emphasizing that encroachment on government properties, land, and setbacks would not be tolerated.

The Commissioner also revealed that through the Ministry, the State Government is currently addressing similar encroachment issues in the Okun Ajah waterfront scheme.

He underscored the government’s unwavering commitment to protecting Lagos State’s waterfront schemes and infrastructure while ensuring the safety of lives and properties along the coastal area.

“The issuance of contravention notices to the illegal occupants in the Mayegun Waterfront Scheme marks a significant step in the government’s efforts to restore order and prevent further deterioration of the state’s coastal environment. It is anticipated that this action will serve as a deterrent to future illegal activities and contribute to the overall development and sustainability of Lagos State”, Alebiosu added.

FG delegate commiserates with Yobe govt over terror attack

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FG delegate commiserates with Yobe govt over terror attack

A high-powered Federal Government delegation visited Yobe State on Thursday to express sympathy and solidarity, following the recent insurgency attack on the Mafa community.

The delegation, led by the Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun who conveyed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s message of condolence to the government and people of the state.

In a statement signed by the Director General of Media and Press Affairs to the governor, Mamman Mohammed, the Minister emphasised that the security of lives and property remains a top priority for the Tinubu administration.

“The government is committed to revamping the economy and attracting both local and foreign investors to create job opportunities for Nigerians,” Mr. Edun stated.

Also present was the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, who assured that the end of terrorism and banditry in Nigeria is imminent. He praised the military and other security agencies for their relentless efforts in combating terrorism in the Northeast and other criminal activities across the country.

“The security agencies have been exemplary, making significant sacrifices to safeguard lives and property. What we are witnessing now is the beginning of the end; it is only a matter of time before the entire country is secured,” Malam Ribadu assured.

Governor Mai Buni who expressed his gratitude for the visit, noting that³ llit gave the people of Yobe State a sense of belonging. He commended President Tinubu for his leadership during challenging times.

“The government and people of Yobe State appreciate this visit and the sense of solidarity it brings. We are committed to supporting the federal government in achieving its developmental goals,” Gov Buni affirmed.

Four injured as building collapses in Plateau

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Four injured as building collapses in Plateau

Four persons sustained injuries on Monday after a residential apartment collapsed in Riyom Local Government Council of Plateau State.

Residents said the building collapsed after heavy rainfall which began on Sunday evening and lasted for several hours till in the early hours of Monday.

A resident of the community, Dusu Judith, confirmed the incident to According to Metro in Jos on Monday.

Judith said that the house located around the Government College, Riyom, collapsed in the early hours of Monday while the families were asleep, injuring four persons in the process.

Judith said, “The people were sleeping in their house last night when the building caved in. Luckily, no death was recorded but four persons were injured. Those injured were mostly children and are currently receiving treatment in a hospital.’

Another resident, Bot Rwang, who also confirmed the incident, described the collapsed building as shocking.

“We thank God that several family members living in the house escaped death by a whisker when it caved in on Monday morning. It is God who saved them because it is shocking how they escaped looking at the structure which collapsed completely with the debris on the ground”, Rwang said.

According to Metro reports that there had been several major building collapses in the state in recent months with stakeholders blaming a mix of bad workmanship, poor quality materials and corruption.

In July, 22 schoolchildren died and at least 132 others were injured after a school building collapsed in the Busa Buji community, Jos North Local Government Area.

The state government responded by shutting down the school identified as Saint Academy in the state capital and demolished other buildings within the school premises while warning residents to maintain safety standards always.

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Enugu rights group accuses police of shooting five detainees

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Enugu rights group accuses police of shooting five detainees

The Civil Rights Realisation and Advancement Network has submitted a petition to the Inspector General of Police, seeking redress for five individuals who were allegedly subjected to torture and shot in the legs by police officers in Enugu State.

The petition, signed by CRRAN President, Olu Omotayo, Esq., and dated September 16, requested the IG to take immediate action to address the situation.

The five individuals, who are members of the Neighbourhood Watch in Akpawfu community, Nkanu East Local Government Area, Enugu State, are – Sunday Nwobodo (also known as Divine Spoon), Onyeka Nnaji, Nnamdi Gabriel, Nweze Igweshi and Nwabunkeonye Nnamani.

The petition demanded the IG to also ensure their immediate release or arraignment in a court of law, should they be suspected of committing an offence.

It also demanded a thorough investigation into the alleged torture and shooting of the individuals.

The petition partly read: “The family members of the above-named detainees informed us that they were randomly arrested between August 3, 2024, and August, 12, 2024, from the community.

“We were further informed that one Mr. Nnaji was reported to have been killed some time in July 2024, by unknown persons in the community. The community thereafter arrested one Mr. Ogodo and two others who they suspected had a land dispute with the deceased and handed them over to the police in the area, but the police later released the suspects and invited some members of the community’s Neighbourhood Watch to report to the Octopus Base.

“The aforementioned Neighbourhood Watch members reported to the Police and they have since been in detention.

“We were further informed that the police have refused access to the detainees by their families and lawyers. They further stated that when some members of the community were allowed to see the detainees two weeks ago, they were all limping as they had been tortured and shot on their legs by the police while in detention.”

The group claimed it made efforts to see the detainees and know their wellbeing but a member of its office, Desmond Kakaan, was refused access to them when he visited the Octopus Police Base, Enugu, on Friday.

It said it was “unlawful, illegal, unconstitutional and a grave rights violation” for the police to incapacitate detainees in their custody by shooting them on their legs to make them confess to a crime.

“No matter the gravity of the offence they committed, the proper thing for the police to do is to charge the detainees before a court of competent jurisdiction.

“We condemn in an unequivocal term this act of torture in custody and we demand that the officers involved be made to face the full wrath of the law as penalised under Section 8, Anti-Torture Act 2017 which provides punishment of 25 years imprisonment for a person who commits torture.

“Section 6, of the Anti Torture Act 2017” provides that a person arrested, detained or under custodial investigation has the right to demand a physical and psychological Examination by an independent and competent doctor of his choice after interrogation. Pursuant to this section, we hereby, on behalf of the detainees, demand that they be allowed access to a competent doctor of their choice to examine them in respect of the alleged severe torture of shooting them on their legs during investigation in police custody.”

The petition highlights concerns regarding police brutality and the need for accountability and justice.

Ogun landlord defiles tenant’s 14-year-old daughter

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Ogun landlord defiles tenant’s 14-year-old daughter

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a landlord identified as Bola Tobiloba for allegedly defiling his tenant’s 14-year-old daughter.

According to Metro reported that the incident took place last Friday in the Arinlese area of Abeokuta.

The spokesperson for the state police command, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident to our correspondent on Tuesday.

She stated that the incident left other tenants and the entire community in shock when the survivor was found drenched in blood from her private parts, noting that the suspect would face the full force of the law.

She said, “The survivor’s father reported the incident to the Adatan Police Division at approximately 2:15 p.m. on September 13, 2024. The landlord is accused of assaulting his 14-year-old daughter.

“The girl suffered a tear in her private area, resulting in the bleeding. When our officers arrived at the scene, they found blood on the floor, believed to be from the survivor.

“Blood was also found on the clothing she was wearing. She was promptly taken to the hospital for medical treatment. The suspect has been arrested and is currently in custody.”

A report by According to Metro on September 3, 2024, detailed an incident in which a 55-year-old man, Hassan Wasiu, allegedly defiled his neighbour’s 13-year-old daughter at his apartment on Falowo Street, Makun, in the Sagamu area of the state.

The survivor’s grandfather, Bimbo Ojo, who reported the incident to the Sagamu Police Division, had found that his granddaughter was bleeding through her vagina shortly after the perpetrator had committed the crime.

The suspect had allegedly lured the survivor into going into his room to defile her.

Kaduna auto crash death toll rises to 40

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Kaduna auto crash death toll rises to 40

The death toll from the Kaduna Eid-El-Maulud auto crash has risen to 40, with most victims being children.

The incident occurred on Sunday when a J5 bus carrying children to celebrate Eid-el-Maulud lost control due to overspeeding and overloading, colliding with an articulated vehicle along Saminaka Road in Lere Local Government Area.

Initially, the Federal Road Safety Corps reported 25 fatalities, with 48 others injured. However, more victims succumbed to their injuries in hospital, bringing the total death toll to 40.

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, expressed shock and deep sorrow, offering condolences to the victims’ families.

“This is a tragic loss of young lives, and we will do everything possible to support the affected families,” he said.

He directed the state Commissioner for Health to ensure that the surviving children receive urgent and comprehensive medical care.

Our correspondent reports that Governor Sani also plans to reach out to the families of the deceased, demonstrating his commitment to supporting those affected by this devastating incident.

The Punch reports that the accident occurred around 1:00 pm on Sunday when the J5 bus, carrying 63 children, collided with an oncoming articulated vehicle.

The Kaduna Sector Commander of the FRSC, Corps Commander Kabiru Nadabo, confirmed the incident, stating,

“The driver of the J5 bus lost control due to overspeeding, leading to the fatal crash. Fifteen children died instantly, while 48 others sustained varying degrees of injuries.”
Nadabo further explained that 10 more victims later died due to the severity of their injuries, and subsequently, more victims passed away in hospital, bringing the death toll to 40.

Nadabo stressed the importance of road safety, urging drivers to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits to prevent such tragedies.

“This accident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of reckless driving. We urge drivers to be cautious and follow speed limits to avoid similar incidents.”

Due to the severity of the injuries, some victims were transferred to ABU Teaching Hospital in Shika, the University of Jos Teaching Hospital, and Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital for proper medical attention.

The FRSC has launched an investigation into the crash.

“This accident is a wake-up call for all drivers to prioritise road safety. We will continue to educate drivers on the importance of safe driving practices.

“We must learn from this tragedy and work towards preventing such incidents in the future,” Nadabo emphasised.

“Our thoughts are with the families of the victims during this difficult time,” he added.

Navy rescues 20 passengers in Rivers’ pirates attack

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Navy rescues 20 passengers in Rivers’ pirates attack

The Nigerian Navy Forward Operation Base in Bonny, Rivers State said they had rescued 20 passengers including women and children on the Port Harcourt-Bonny sea route.

The Commander of the NNFOB in Bonny, Maksum Mohammed, who disclosed this to newsmen, on Monday, said the Navy also uncovered a new strategy adopted by pirates to abduct travellers.

Mohammed said intelligence suggested that some boat operators might be working with the pirates to launch attacks.

According to him, the boat operators would load fully, get to the entrance of a river midway on the high sea, fake engine problem, and while pretending to be fixing the problem, the pirates would swoon on them and whisk the passengers into the creeks and demand ransoms.

He said the latest incident showed a boat loaded with 20 passengers including infants, which he said almost turned fatal.

He said: “This is a clear case of wilful endangerment of passenger safety. Why would any mariner in his right senses sail with passengers on board a boat whose engines were outright faulty and unable to sustain an hour’s journey?

“And then, we’re also dealing with recent cases of attacks on the river; what if these criminals had seen and approached them and taken them captive?

“What leverage would they have had to escape their assailants? It’s quite unfortunate that hapless passengers could be exposed to avoidable risks and for the exorbitant amounts they pay?”

Mohammed further said the case appeared to be a simulation, saying the places they saw the boat twice were exactly dangerous places for attacks.

He said, “This is just in case, maybe, there were some plans because nearly all the kidnap incidents occurred where there was an engine failure or a simulation in front of a river mouth, which now resulted in the kidnap as they come out and then pick their victims and carry on.

“We encountered the same boat again simulating another engine failure in front of another river entrance. Simulating another engine failure – as far as I’m concerned, I’ll use simulation – in a place that is also known for kidnap activities.

“It was at that point that we decided to evacuate the passengers onto our boats and continued with the movement.”

Mohammed advised the coastal state governments and local government areas to urgently consider deploying ferries on the waterways, especially, the Bonny-Port Harcourt sea route as a safer, sustainable, and subsidised means of transport.

Our correspomdent reports that there had been related cases of pirate attacks and abduction of passengers on the waterway.

Last week, 10 passengers who were abducted by pirates on their way to Port Harcourt from Bonny were freed after four days in captivity.

The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria led by the Chairman, Port Harcourt Commercial District, Israel Pepple, led a protest to the Government House, to register their complaints on the frequent attacks of water travellers by pirates and solicited the intervention of the government for more security to protect them and their passengers.

25 killed in Kaduna auto crash

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25 killed in Kaduna auto crash

The death toll from the auto crash that occurred along Saminaka in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Sunday has risen to 25.

The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps in Kaduna State, Kabiru Nadabo, confirmed the increase in fatalities to According to Metro on Monday.

“Ten more victims died due to injuries sustained in the crash, bringing the total number of deceased to 25 out of the 63 people involved,” Nadabo said.

According to Metro reports that the tragic incident occurred around 1:00 pm on Sunday when a J5 bus carrying 63 children, mostly youngsters traveling to celebrate Eld El Maulud, collided with an oncoming articulated vehicle.

The Sector Commander, FRSC, in Kaduna State, Nadabo, had said, “The driver of the J5 bus lost control due to over speeding, resulting in the fatal crash. Fifteen children died instantly, while 48 others sustained varying degrees of injuries.”

However, Nadabo added that due to the nature of the injuries sustained during the crash, 10 more victims died bringing the toll number of fatalities to 25.

“Sadly, at about 18:45 hrs today(16/9/2024), the command received an update that 10 more victims had died due to injuries sustained. This is truly sad and tragic. The total amount of the deceased has risen to 25 people out of the 63 people involved.

“I want to express the Corps’ profound condolences to the families of all those who have lost their dear ones in this fatal accident. I also want to reiterate the FRSC stance and position on overloading of humans or goods and excess speeding. In this case, both contributed to the fatal calamities witnessed.

“These are avoidable, hence our resolve to continuously engage motorists on safety ethics and general Road behaviour. The FRSC Kaduna is poised to ensure the overall safety of motorists in Kaduna and beyond,” the Sector Commander added.

Nadabo emphasised the importance of road safety measures, urging drivers to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits to prevent such tragedies.

“This accident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of reckless driving. We urge drivers to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits to prevent such tragedies.”

An eyewitness described the scene as chaotic, saying, “I saw the bus swerve out of control and collide with the articulated vehicle.”

“It was a horrific sight, and my heart goes out to the families of the victims,” he added.

Nadabo said due to the nature of the accident and the injuries sustained, some of the victims were moved to the ABU Teaching Hospital at Shika, University of Jos Teaching Hospital and Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital respectively for proper and comprehensive medical attention.

He also said the FRSC had launched an investigation into the incident.

“This accident is a wake-up call for all drivers to prioritise road safety,” Nadabo said.

 “We will continue to educate drivers on the importance of safe driving practices.”

As the families of the victims mourn their loved ones, the nation is reminded of the need for vigilance on the roads.

“We must learn from this tragedy and work towards preventing such incidents in the future,” Nadabo emphasised.

“Our thoughts are with the families of the victims during this difficult time,” Nadabo said.

54-year-old man dies by suicide in Lagos

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54-year-old man dies by suicide in Lagos

A 54-year-old man identified simply as Olatunji has died by suicide in the Agege area of Lagos State.

The incident was said to have occurred on Sunday, at about 8 pm.

The deceased’s elder sister who reported the incident at the Elere police station located in the community, said that he committed the act in a store attached to the apartment where they live.

The scene of the incident was visited by a team of policemen who took the deceased to the hospital where he was confirmed dead.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident to According to Metro on Monday.

He said, “A complainant reported at the Elere Division stating that at about 8 pm of the same date, her younger brother, one Olatunji, a male, aged 54 years, committed suicide by hanging himself to death in the store of their house.

“Officers of the division immediately visited the scene and the deceased was lowered and taken to the Orile Agege General Hospital, where he was certified dead.”

Hundeyin said preliminary investigations revealed no signs of violence on the deceased’s body.

He added that the corpse had been transferred to the Mainland Hospital Mortuary in Yaba for an autopsy to determine the cause of death.

According to Metro on July 12 reported that a yet-to-be-identified tricyclist died by suicide after efforts to retrieve his seized tricycle from some government agents proved abortive in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State.

The tricyclist was heading to a destination in the state when the officials intercepted him for an offence.

Following the interception, the officers reportedly seized the tricycle and took it to their office located close to the Jubilee Estate, along the Ikorodu-Sagamu Expressway.

Efforts by the tricycle operator to retrieve his tricycle from the officials were said to have been futile.

Our correspondent learnt that perplexed by the development, the tricyclist, in an apparent effort to protest the seizure of his tricycle, went to a tree at the front of the fence of the compound where the offices of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, and Vehicle Inspection Officers are situated, close to the Jubilee Estate, along the Ikorodu-Sagamu Expressway, and hanged himself.

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