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  • GOC Dada decorates 4 newly-promoted Brigadier-Generals, another in 82 Division

    GOC Dada decorates 4 newly-promoted Brigadier-Generals, another in 82 Division

     

    By Flowerbudnews

    Enugu:   Maj.-Gen. Hassan Dada, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, has decorated four newly-promoted Brigadier-Generals and a Lieutenant Colonel with their new ranks in 82 Division.

    Those Brigadier-Generals decorated included: Charles Oghenyerovwo; Haruna Audu; Peter Gbor; and Stephen Dogo as well as Samuel Agada (a Lieutenant Colonel).

    Performing the decoration on Tuesday at 82 Division Headquarters in Enugu, the GOC urged the newly-decorated officers to justify the confidence repose on them by the promotion by being more committed to their routine and special duties.

    Dada also advised them to ensure their families enjoy the monetary uplift that comes with the promotion.

    According to him, the Division appreciates God Almighty, President Bola Tinubu and the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, for making the promotion and decoration to an elevated rank possible.

    “Within my six months as a GOC, I am blessed to have this number of Brigadier-Generals and just recently the Commandeer of 13 Brigade under the Division was elevated to a Major-General.

    “As you know the Division is standing on the pillars and vision of the COAS; which rewards hard work, resourcefulness and diligence.

     

    “Promotion comes from God; but as humans we must put in the hard work. Today, the hard work and resilience of these officers have paid off.

     

     

    “Everything you do is being watched and if you are doing the right and positive things, one day it will surely pay off. So, keep working hard and be diligent in all you do,” he said.

     

     

    Responding, Brig.-Gen. Charles Oghenyerovwo, who spoke on behalf of the newly-decorated officers, thanked God Almighty, the President, the COAS and the GOC for finding them worthy of the promotion and subsequent decoration.

     

    Oghenyerovwo assured the COAS and the GOC of their resolve to redouble their efforts and also guarantee optimal delivery in all tasks assigned to them.

     

     

    “By the grace of God, we have resolved to ensure we keep the flag flying high and the confidence reposed on us through this elevation will never be regretted by the army authorities, the COAS and the GOC.

     

     

    “We also thank our course-mates as well as well-wishers, friends and families that have come to witness this historical moment in our careers,” he said.

    The high point of the event was the GOC presentation of letter of commendation and a plaque to Major Aminu Maikarfi for his exceptional gallantry and bravery in fight against IPOB/ESN terrorists in Okigwe and Orlu axis of Imo State and Ihiala and its general areas in Anambra. (Flowerbudnews)

  • Kidnappers Demand N50m Ransom To Release Akwanga LG Boss,Police Commence Investigation

    Kidnappers Demand N50m Ransom To Release Akwanga LG Boss,Police Commence Investigation

    Abductors of the Chairman, Akwanga Local government Area of Nasarawa state.Alhaji Safiyanu Isah Andaha and his friend, Adamu Umar Tanko, Tuesday night, have placed a demand of N50 million for to release their victims.

    Our correspondent recalls that Andaha and Tanko,were kidnapped at about 8.30 p.m along Andaha -Akwanga road in Akwanga Local government Area of the state.

    A family source, who pleaded anonymity, disclosed this to our correspondent on Tuesday morning, stating, however, that negotiations was ongoing between the family and the gunmen.

    The Special Adviser to the Governor on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Haruna Kassimu,confirmed the abduction of the council boss and one other at Ningo village at about 8:30 p.m on January 1st, 2024.

    Meanwhile, the Police Command in the State said it had commenced investigation into the matter.

    The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the command, DSP Ramhan Nansel, told our correspondent in Lafia on Tuesday that the Commissioner of Police in the state,Umar Nadada, had mobilised personnel on a man hunt for the kidnappers and possible rescue of the chairman and his friend.

    “The police, in collaboration with other security agencies, are currently on the trail of the kidnappers to ensure the release of the council chairman and the other victim,” he said.

    Nansel urged members of the public, especially people from villages around the area where the kidnapping took place, to provide the police with credible information that would lead to the rescue of the abducted and the arrest of the perpetrators.

     

  • NDLEA arrests Qatar-based businessman, others over drug trafficking

    NDLEA arrests Qatar-based businessman, others over drug trafficking

    By Ibironke Ariyo

    NDLEA arrested a Qatar-based businessman, Agu Amobi, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, on Saturday as he was travelling to Doha with 1.3kg of Indian hemp concealed in a bag of foodstuffs.

    Its spokesman, Mr Femi Babafemi stated on Sunday in Abuja that Amobi claimed to have been living and working in Doha for more than 10 years.

    He also claimed to have bought the Indian hemp in Enugu to deliver in Doha to enable him to pay his rents in Qatar and in Nigeria and to offset the school fees of his three children.

    The NDLEA also arrested one Uchegbu Obi at the airport following the seizure of 72,000 pills of tramadol from him.

    He was attempting to ship the drugs packed in a carton, weighing 38.5kg to Kano on a local flight when he was arrested.

    Babafemi stated also that on Christmas Day, NDLEA operatives intercepted the trio of Musa Sani, Mohammed Ibrahim and Adamu Usman on Nguru-Gashua Road in Yobe.

    They were arrested in a truck conveying 39 blocks of Indian hemp weighing 15.7kg and 128,500 pills of psychoactive drugs.

    “A follow-up operation on Boxing Day led to the arrest of the owner of the Indian hemp, Ali Ibrahim in Geidam.

    “Additional 208 blocks of Indian hemp were recovered from Ibrahim’s house, bringing the total to 247 blocks weighing 94.74kg.

    “The owner of the psychoactive drugs, Mustapha Goni was equally arrested,’’ Babafemi stated.

    In Imo, NDLEA operatives intercepted a commercial bus driven by one Peter Orji (42) on Christmas Eve, while on patrol on Owerri-Onitsha Expressway

    Orji was conveying 400 bottles of codeine syrup and 7,590 pills of other psychoactive drugs including tramadol to Port-Harcourt, when he was apprehended.

    In Kano, David Michael (52) was arrested at Unguwa Ukku area on Dec. 24 with 49 blocks of Indian hemp weighing 42.6kg.

    Umar Abdullahi (27) was nabbed with 27,350 pills of psychoactive drugs at Gadar Tamburawa area of the city same day.

    A 45-year-old Yusuf Yahaya was arrested also on Christmas Eve as he was taking 31kg of Indian hemp to Kebbi in a commercial bus which took off from Ibadan.

    “Preliminary investigation showed that Yahaya supplies illicit drugs to bandits in Kebbi and Zamfara,’’ Babafemi stated.

    NAN

  • Ex-President Buhari, stakeholders brainstorm over Katsina’s dangerous situation of drug abuse

    Ex-President Buhari, stakeholders brainstorm over Katsina’s dangerous situation of drug abuse

    By Abbas Bamalli

    Dr Muhammad Usman-Bugaje, a prominent political activist, says Katsina State is in a dangerous situation over the rampant cases of drug abuse in the state.

    Usman-Bugaje stated this on Sunday during a dialogue with stakeholders on the theme: “Tackling the menace of drug abuse among youths in Katsina State.”

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the dialogue, attended by ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, was organised by a group of concerned Katsina elders, Katsina Consultative Forum (KCF).

    According to him, a report by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has placed the state as second after Bauchi, in seizure of drugs and arrest of dealers and users.

    The political activist further said that all the horrifying figures and information were in spite of the efforts of the NDLEA.

    “Just to avoid doubts, there are six pages of data from the NDLEA on the seizures, arrests and convictions by states for the Northwest.

    “Looking through these figures we noticed that Katsina keeps coming at the top of some of these seizures and arrests.

    “This should be well noted and the KCF should be able to follow up with the NDLEA to find out ways we can stop the rise in the penetration of drugs in Katsina.

    “In another survey done for the whole country, Katsina came second only next to Bauchi in terms of arrests of drug smugglers.

    “All these are worrying and we need to get someone to do something,” he said.

    Usman-Bugaje also suggested that measures to reduce the burden should involve the community, government, and religious bodies.

    He added that preventive measures should target the youth, students, identified sources of the drugs, reasons and risk factors associated with drug abuse in Nigeria.

    Earlier, the KCF Chairman, Alhaji Aminu Abubakar-Danmusa said the event aimed at finding lasting solutions to the menace in the state.

    According to him, the choice of the theme is not arbitrary but a reflection of unwavering commitment to safeguard the future of the state.

    Traditional rulers and other stakeholders also graced the occasion.

    NAN

  • Security operatives rescue 21 kidnap victims in Kogi, 48 hours after abduction

    Security operatives rescue 21 kidnap victims in Kogi, 48 hours after abduction

    By Thompson Yamput

    Security operatives in Kogi have rescued 21 kidnap victims, 48 hours after their abduction on Thursday along Ajaokuta – Itobe road in the state.

    Gov Yahaya Bello, who lauded the efforts of the security operatives, reiterated zero tolerance for criminal activities in the state.

    A statement by the governor’s Media Aide, Onogwu Muhammed, said a joint team of security operatives, comprising the Nigeria Police, Civil Defence and local vigilantes effected the rescue.

    The victims, predominantly travelers, had been whisked away to an unknown destination within the dense forest around the Ajaokuta Local Government Area of Kogi State.

    But Bello, upon receiving report of the distressing incident, promptly issued directives to both security agencies and local vigilantes to embark on immediate action to free the captives and arrest the perpetrators of this reprehensible act.

    “This directive underscored Gov. Bello’s unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of the citizens/residents under his charge.

    “The determined efforts of the combined security forces yielded results within 48 hours, leading to successful release of the 21 captives.

    “Furthermore, the operation led to the apprehension of some of the kidnappers while those still at large are being trailed,” the statement said.

    Bello, who commended the security operatives for their rapid and effective response, emphasised the importance of maintaining peace and security within Kogi.

    “This administration is committed to leaving no stone unturned in its relentless pursuit of keeping Kogi as one of the safest states in the country.

    “He seized the opportunity to issue a stern warning to those with nefarious intentions and warned criminals against migrating to Kogi for illicit activities.

    “This is because Kogi is a no-go area for all forms of criminalities, therefore this administration will spare no effort in safeguarding the peace and security of the state.

    “The successful rescue operation stands as a testament to the coordinated and decisive efforts of the security apparatus in Kogi State under the guidance of Gov Bello, ” it stated.

    It added that the unwavering commitment to the safety of citizens, coupled with a resolute stance against criminal elements, reflected the dedication of the administration to creating an environment where residents could live without fear.

    NAN

  • Man cries out over threats to life in Osun

    Man cries out over threats to life in Osun

    An indigene of Osogbo, Osun State, Abubakar Adebisi, has cried out for help over the incessant harassment and threats to life by some unknown persons. (more…)

  • Police, Others, Rescue 24 Kidnapped Victims in Kogi

    Police, Others, Rescue 24 Kidnapped Victims in Kogi

     

    …as CP assures of continue onslaught against criminal elements in the State

    By Biola Lawal
    Lokoja (Flowerbudnews): Operatives of the Kogi State Police Command in collaboration with Military and Local Vigilantes has rescued twenty four (24) persons who were kidnapped on Friday within ADOGO axis of Kogi.

    A statement by SP William Ovye Aya, the Public Relations Officer of the Kogi Police Command recalled that the Students and Staff of Comprehensive High School Ajaokuta and other travellers were abducted on Friday following an
    upsurge of kidnapping activities along Ajaokuta-Adogo-Okene road.

    The statement said further:

    Immediately, the Area Commander Ajaokuta promptly swung into action led a combined Team of Police, Military and Local Vigilantes to the scene while combining the bush, as a result three victims were rescued including one of the Students.

    On Saturday, the Commissioner of Police Kogi State,CP Bethrand C. Onuoha, deployed additional Tactical Squad of the Quick Response Unit to the area to join the Team led by SP Sule Musa, Divisional Police Officer, Ajaokuta Division.

    They conducted bush combing to ensure the remaining victims were rescued, while hoodlums apprehended and brought to deserved justice.

    While the Team were combing the bush, the hoodlums sighted from their hideout , opened fire at the team. During a gun duel that ensued, owing to the superior firepower of the Team, the hoodlums were forced to flee and abandoned their victims.

    While twenty one (21) victims including eleven (11) Students and three (3) Teachers were rescued unhurt, efforts are ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspects.

    The CP commended the efforts of the Team, assuring of a continued onslaught against criminal elements in the State and to ensure the safety of lives and property.

    He enjoyed the law abiding citizens of the State to continue to collaborate with the Police and other Security Agencies by volunteering timely and credible information on the activities of Criminal elements in the State. (Flowerbudnews)

     

  • Kidnapping: Police rescue couple in Kaduna

    Kidnapping: Police rescue couple in Kaduna

    By Mohammed Tijjani

    The Police Command in Kaduna, says it has foiled a kidnap attempt of a man and his wife in Rigasa area of Igabi Local Government Area of the state.
    The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan confirmed the development to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Saturday in Kaduna.
    He said that operatives of the command rescued the couple at about 2:05 a.m. on Saturday.
    Hassan said the operatives on patrol foiled the kidnap attempt between Train Station to Mando Junction and Mahuta village of Igabi.
    “At about 02:05 hours, our operatives intercepted a call that bandits invaded a house.
    “The operatives immediately mobilised to the area and engaged the whole area, as a result of that the bandits abandoned their captives.
    “The rescued husband sustained injuries on his shoulder and head but rushed to Yusuf Danstsho Memorial Hospital for medical attention.
    “The wife has since been reunited with her family,” he said, adding that police had intensified patrol to arrest the culprits.
    “Generally, Rigasa area remains relatively calm”.
    While reiterating the Command commitment to rid the state of crimes, Hassan urged the residents to provide credible information to the police and other security agencies.
    NAN
  • Police adopt community-based approaches to fight crimes in Kano

    Police adopt community-based approaches to fight crimes in Kano

    By Aminu Garko

    Dec 30, 2023

    The Police Command in Kano said it had adopted a community based approach to end all forms of criminality, especially violent and associated crimes in the state.
    Commissioner of Police Hussaini Gumel, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)  in a telephone interview on Saturday in Kano that the step was part of the efforts of the command to get rid of criminal activities.
    He said that the approach was  to remove the bottlenecks and provide the window for all residents to keep offering timely information and intelligence on suspected characters in their midst.
    He explained that effective operational order had since been issued to  Area Commanders and Divisional Police Officers across the 44 LGAs on the security measure to be taken in their areas of supervision.
    The commissioner of police expressed optimism that the security measures in place would continue to reign across the state, especially in this period of the Yuletide, ushering the new year 2024.
    CP Gumel said that the  command had also  reached out to traditional, religion leaders and development associations to mobilize residents to support the step.
    He explained that prompt intelligence  information on movement of dubious character could facilitate quick reaction to apprehend men of underworld before, during and after perpetrating evils amongst communities across the state.
    ” There is no more space for any form of criminality in our area of supervision as competent intelligence officers have been deployed in and outside the metropolis  to build confidence of the people and beef up the desired security relentlessly.
    “All we want from members of the general public is to keep volunteering information needed to nearest security outfits for prompt necessary action,” he said.
    NAN