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  • DHQ dismisses allegation of maltreatment of women in Plateau

    DHQ dismisses allegation of maltreatment of women in Plateau

    By Sumaila Ogbaje

    The Defence Headquarters has dismissed as “misleading”  a video footage being circulated on social media depicting soldiers allegedly mistreating women under the caption: “Operation Rainbow in Plateau State”.

    The Acting Director of Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, in a statement on Saturday, described the video as misleading.

    Gusau said the video in question originated from a 2021 incident in Sambisa Forest, involving spouses of Boko Haram members during the capture of their strong holds.

    He said the video never emanated from Plateau, and “not in Plateau as being claimed”.

    “DHQ wishes to clarify that the soldiers involved in the aforementioned incident were then promptly sanctioned and dealt with by the military authority at the time it occurred for their unprofessional conduct.

    “The dissemination of this old video, with a misleading location tag, is causing unnecessary alarm and has the potential to exacerbate the security situation on the Plateau.

    “We urge the individual responsible for recirculating this video to cease and desist from further dissemination, as their actions are only serving to add fuel to the security challenges currently being addressed by Operation Safe Haven,” he said.

    Gusau said the armed forces were actively engaged in aggressive operations and dedicated to bring the perpetrators of recent dastardly acts to justice.

    According to him, the DHQ remains committed to fostering peace and stability in Plateau, and call on stakeholders and members of the public to support the efforts by refraining from spreading misinformation that could undermine the collective goal of ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the residents.

    NAN

  • Kidnapping: Police rescue 52-year-old security guard in Zamfara

    Kidnapping: Police rescue 52-year-old security guard in Zamfara

     

    By Ibrahim G. Ahmad
    Gusau: The Police in Zamfara have rescued a 52-year-old security guard, Malam Hassan Abdullahi, abducted on Dec, 29, in Gusau.

    According to Yazid Abubakar, the spokesperson of the Police in Zamfara, the man was abducted at about 1:30 am on Friday when gunmen raided a house he is working at Sabon Garin Damba.

    Abubakar said in a statement on Friday that the armed men had invaded the house of one Alhaji Kabiru Umar, a staff of Zamfara College of Art and Science Gusau, where they went away with the security guard.

    “On receiving the information, the Divisional Police Officer of Damba Division, mobilised a team of detectives for a search and rescue operation.

    “They intercepted the abductors at the outskirts of Sabon Garin Damba and on sighting the police the hoodlums fired the victim on his right hand and took to their heels with possible gunshot wounds.

    “The victim was rescued and taken to Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital, Gusau and is responding to treatment,” the command spokesman added.

    He said the Commissioner of Police, Mr Muhammad Shehu, has commended residents for alerting the police on time about the incident.

    Shehu also commended the police operatives for their timely intervention which led to the immediate rescue of the abducted victim.

    He pledged that the command would continue to pursue the war against bandits and other criminal elements in the state until normalcy is restored. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng) /Flowerbudnews

  • Police arrest 4 suspected gunrunners, 34 others in Oyo

    Police arrest 4 suspected gunrunners, 34 others in Oyo

    The Police Command in Oyo State has arrested four suspected gunrunners and 34 others for alleged armed robbery, kidnapping, car snatching and land grabbing.

     

    The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Adewale Osifeso, made this known while parading the suspects on behalf of the state Commissioner of Police Adebola Hamzat, at the command’s headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan, on Friday.

     

    Osifeso said that items recovered from the suspects included six vehicles, 60 ammunition, nine firearms, six cell phones, three cutlasses, two motorcycles, a power generator and charms.

     

    Osifeso said that credible information about the suspected gunrunners was received by the Command’s Monitoring Unit on Dec. 19 at 12.30 p.m.

     

    He said that one of the suspected gunrunners was sighted in his hideout at Danzaria, Owode, Oyo Town, and was arrested while in possession of a Pump Action rifle with number 2659.

     

    “Upon interrogation, the suspect was unable to give any satisfactory explanation about the firearm.

     

    “Further investigation led to the arrest of three other members of the criminal gang, who were found in possession of another locally-fabricated Pump Action riffle, one live cartridge and six empty shells of expended cartridges,” Osifeso said.

     

    He said that all the suspects were unable to give satisfactory explanations about the rifles.

     

    On the armed robbery suspects, he said that two of them, who were armed with guns, Jack knives and other criminal charms, were arrested on Christmas Day at 11.00 p.m.

     

    Osifeso said that the armed robbery suspects rode a Bajaj motorcycle and invaded a restaurant located at Bodija, Ibadan, and attacked the owner and her customers, dispossessing them of money and other valuables.

     

    “During the armed robbery operation, some of the customers, who managed to escape, raised alarm which attracted people in the area.

     

    “In the process, two of the suspects were apprehended.

     

    “The suspects and exhibits were immediately handed over to the police at Bodija.

     

    “From there, they were transferred to the Command’s Monitoring Unit for investigation,” he said.

     

    Osifeso said that the suspects, on interrogation at the unit, confessed to the armed robbery and other armed robbery operations they masterminded at different locations in Ibadan metropolis. (NAN)

  • Civil-Military relations: GOC plays football with youths in Anambra community

    Civil-Military relations: GOC plays football with youths in Anambra community

     

    By Flowerbudnews

    Enugu: Maj.-Gen. Hassan Dada, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, has played football with youths in Azia community within Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra to enhance Civil-Military relations.

     

    Lt.-Col. Jonah Unuakhalu, acting Deputy Director, 82 Division Army Public Relations, on Friday in Enugu, said that the GOC played with the youths within Azia Community Football Field on Thursday evening.

     

    He said that the GOC gesture was in a bid to foster improved civil-military relations and create an enabling environment between the military and its host community.

    “The GOC while on operational visit to Forward Operating Base Orsumoghu in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State had a brief stopover at the Azia Community Football Field where he played a football match with the youths of the community.

     

    “The GOC played for about 15 minutes with the youths. The overjoyed youths, who could not hide their joy, could be seen and heard cheering the GOC during the football match.

     

    “General Dada wishes to express his appreciation to the youths and the host community for the privilege of being part of their memorable moments,” he said.

    He said that the GOC made a token donation to the teams and officials, while assuring them of adequate security during and after the yuletide season.

     

    “The GOC encouraged the youths to be part of the fight to end the mirage of insecurity bedeviling the South-East region by providing adequate, credible and reliable information to end the menace,” he said.

    He, therefore, wishes the entire South-East region a prosperous New Year in advance. (Flowerbudnews)

  • PSM condoles with Plateau over massacre, urges security agencies to arrest culprits

    PSM condoles with Plateau over massacre, urges security agencies to arrest culprits

     

     

    By Flowerbudnews

    Enugu: The Progressive Students Movement (PSM), a Pan-African socialist movement on Friday condoled with 15 communities in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi Local Government Areas of Plateau overran by terrorists on Christmas Eve.

     

    PSM also called on security agencies to fish out the perpetrators of the crime that led to the death of 115 residents of the communities and the razing of 221 houses.

    “The attention of PSM Nigeria chapter has been drawn to the very tragic incident that occurred in Plateau on Christmas Eve.

     

    “The gun-wielding and blood-curling assailants looted farm produce and destroyed properties as they butchered the residents.

     

    “PSM condemns the attack and condoles with Plateau’s Gov. Caleb Mutfwang, and the good people of the state.

    “It prays that God grants the families and loved ones of the departed the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss,’’ the chapter’s president, Amb. Bestman Okereafor stated in Enugu.

     

    He charged security agencies to consider a rapid response mechanism for national security, stating that the movement was optimistic that the Federal Government remained committed maximum security nationwide.

     

    “We do not want a situation where Nigerians would resort to self-help in security matters.

    “PSM also appeals to Nigerian students and youths to remain calm while hoping that all will be well soonest,’’ Okereafor added.

     

    Gunmen attacked 15 communities in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi Local Government Areas of Plateau on Christmas Eve; killed 115 persons and destroyed over 221 houses.

     

    The assailants also destroyed eight vehicles and 27 motorcycles.

    Three communities – NTV, Hurum and Darawat were attacked in Barkin-Ladi where 17 persons were killed.

     

    Communities attacked in Bokkos Local Government Area were Ndun, Ngyong, Murfet, Makundary, Tamiso, Chiang, Tahore, Gawarba, Dares, Meyenga, Darwat and Butura Kampani. (Flowerbudnews)

  • 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…)

  • Unknown Gunmen Kill Five in Kasada Village in Abuja , FCT

    Unknown Gunmen Kill Five in Kasada Village in Abuja , FCT

     

    By Danladi Ahmed

    Kuje.(Abuja-FCT) Flowerbudnews): Inhabitants of Kasada village in Kuje Area Council of Abuja, FCT have been rattled and are now in palpable fear following the invasion of their village and killing of five persons by gunmen in one night.

     

    Reliable sources informed Flowerbudnews that the incident occurred in the early hours of Friday, December 22 when the unknown gunmen invaded Kasada, a village after Gaube, between 2am and 3 am.

    The sources told Flowerbudnews that the gunmen raided houses and grabbed six people from their homes, including an elderly man  and his son.

    Flowerbudnews learnt that the victims were moved out of the village and headed towards Kuje.

    Five of the victims were shot and killed in cold blood by the gunmen who spared only the elderly man whose son was not so lucky as he was killed along with the four others.

    The gunmen then buried the dead bodies in a shallow grave and fled back towards Kuje.

    Flowerbudnews learnt that in the morning, the villagers began searching and found the elderly man toward kuje,. The Baba then took his kinsmen to the spot where his son and the four others were buried.

    Sources told Flowerbudnews that the villagers reported the sad incident to nearby security  authorities before exhuming the bodies and gave them proper burial on Friday last week.

    The video recording of part of the re-burial of the victims in Kasada was made available to Flowerbudnews and has been posted as the featured image..

    The reliable sources also told Flowerbudnews that the re-burial was accidentally witnessed by some security personnel who were on normal security patrol to the area unaware of the incident.

     

    However, Flowerbudnews learnt that the security personnel interacted with the elderly man who survived the incident and also spoke to the chief of the village. (Flowerbudnews)

  • NANS condemns barbaric killing of 96 persons, razing of 221 houses in Plateau

    NANS condemns barbaric killing of 96 persons, razing of 221 houses in Plateau

     

    By Flowerbudnews

    Enugu: The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned in totality the barbaric killing of 96 persons and razing of 221 houses in Plateau on Dec. 24, being Christmas eve.

    The President of NANS, Comrade Pedro Obi, in a statement in Enugu on Wednesday, said that the colossal killings and destruction had left a trail of sorrow, devastation and anguish in its wake.

    According to Obi, NANS expresses its deepest condolences to the families and communities affected by the gruesome and heart-wrenching incidents that occurred on the Black Christmas Eve in Plateau State.

    “The heinous attacks, characterized by wanton destruction and loss of innocent lives, are an affront to humanity and a stark reminder of the urgent need for stronger security measures to safeguard Nigerians.

    “NANS calls on the relevant authorities to take swift and decisive action to bring the perpetrators of these heinous crimes to justice.

     

    “It is disheartening that such acts of violence continue to occur, despite the efforts of the government and security agencies to maintain peace and security in the country.

     

    “NANS implores the Federal Government to intensify its efforts in ensuring the safety and protection of all Nigerians, irrespective of their ethnicity, religion or geographical location,” he said.

    Obi explained that the lives lost in these attacks are not mere statistics; they represented sons and daughters, mothers and fathers, brothers and sisters who had dreams, aspirations and hopes for a better future.

     

    He noted that NANS stands in solidarity with the affected communities, offering our unreserved support and prayers during this difficult time.

     

    “NANS also calls on the Federal Government to consider the long-term consequences of such attacks on the affected communities.

     

    “It is imperative that appropriate measures are taken to provide necessary relief and support to the victims, including the provision of humanitarian aid and rebuilding of destroyed homes as well as access to medical care and counseling services.

    “NANS appeals to the Federal Government to enhance collaboration with regional and international partners in intelligence sharing, capacity building, and the implementation of effective strategies to combat terrorism, banditry and other forms of criminal activities.

     

    “It is vital that we unite as a nation to tackle these security challenges and protect the lives and properties of all Nigerians,” he said.

     

    The NANS boss urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to appropriate authorities, adding: “We must work together to create a society where peace and harmony prevail, and where every Nigerian can live without fear”.

     

    He said that NANS was reiterating its call for justice for the victims and a comprehensive review of security strategies across the country.

     

    “We stand united in our resolve to ensure that such acts of violence become a thing of the past and that Nigerians can once again feel safe and secure in their homeland,” he added. (Flowerbudnews)

  • Foundation donates well-furnished station to Nigeria Police in Enugu State

    Foundation donates well-furnished station to Nigeria Police in Enugu State

     

    By Flowerbudnews
    Enugu: The Owelle Ejikeme Odumegwu Foundation (OEO) has donated well-furnished station to Nigeria Police in Enugu State to support Federal and state governments efforts in fighting crime and criminality.

    The OEO Foundation newly-built police station is furnished with solar lights, adequate offices furnishing with public conveniences with tiles, standard perimeter fencing and outer barb wire fencing of the entire land space of the station to forestall land encroachment.

    inaugurating the Police Station located at Petsan Layout, Ogurugu Etteh in Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area on Sunday, the state Commissioner of Police, Mr Kanayo Uzuegbu, noted that the station would help in clamping down on kidnappers, night marauders, cultists and heinous crimes.

    Uzuegbu, represented by the Police Area Commander of Udenu Area Command, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Ukwa Amanga, said that the police station came at the right time, noting: “There will be no hiding place for criminals within this axis of the state”.

     

    “I am highly elated to be here. I have known the Founder of OEO Foundation, Owelle Ejikeme Odumegwu, for a long time and it was for the same reason that we are here for today that brought us together then.

     

    “Owelle has been standing behind the Nigeria Police and giving us support in so many areas and I do not think the history of Nigeria Police will be complete without mentioning his name.

    “He has done so much for Enugu State Police Command. I was aware when he renovate the Commissioner’s office at police headquarter in Enugu; he renovated so many police division in the state and we are here to commission a police station built single handedly by him.

     

    “It is only God that will bless you and your Foundation. God will replenish your source,” he said.

     

    The commissioner assure that police personnel would make judicious use of the station and its facilities.

    “We give God the glory that the crime rate has started reducing drastically; while this police station and the present of officers that will man the station will bring the crime rate the barest minimum on this road and the adjoining communities in this council area.

    “We want everybody to give us support, it is not one man’s support. Owelle Odumegwu has done his part and its now the turn of the community to give us their support by giving us information. If you see something say something and say it to the right person,” he said.

    Earlier, Odumegwu said that he built the police station to compliment the only police station at the local government headquarter, stressing that it would help Nigeria Police respond to distress calls when the need arises.

     

    He said that the station is situated on a large expanse of land, measuring 6,608.52 square meter, fenced all round with solar lights and I have also promised to build a shelter for the officers working here.

     

    He said: “Like Nostradamus, I peeped into the future over some decades and rather than build industries and factories, it interested me most to build a facility for the police.

    “I will proudly state also that my value for security and for the protection of life and property has prompted my renovating over 30 dilapidated police stations in Enugu State single handedly.

     

    “I also renovated the CP’s building at the Command Headquarters and over one kilometre perimeter fencing of the Divisional Police Headquarters Enugu- ezike in 2018. This prevented the intrusion of unknown gunmen in the recent attack of the division.”

     

    According to him, recently, resource persons in a security summit organized by Enugu State government (Gov. Mbah) and state Police Command, theorises that security actually is a catalyst to community development.

    Odumegwu, who is also the Director of OEO Foundation, noted that it was important to mention that the new station, which would be a divisional headquarters, is so strategically placed at the border between and connecting Northern Nigeria, South-East abd South-South states of Nigeria.

     

    He said there is no other police presence within a radius of over 40km from Enugu-Ezike Police Station which is said to be the most populous community in the whole of West Africa, housing over 42 villages.

     

    Odumegwu, who made a vow to continue supporting the Nigera Police in combating crimes, urged
    the Nigerian Police to embrace a proactive and informed approach of crime-fighting through intelligence- led policing.

    “Since, policing involves everyone, community policing should not only be encouraged but should be seen as a powerful tool for effective and pragmatic crime prevention in our rural communities,” he added.

     

    In a message, the Igbo-Eze North Local Government Chairman, Prince Ejike Itodo, expressed delighted on the rare donation, saying: “What happened today shows there is still hope in Igbo-Eze North council area”.

     

    Itodo, represented by the Leader of legislators in the council, Mr Fabian Eze, noted that Owelle and his foundation had contributed immensely to the peace being enjoyed today by the people of the council area.

    Speaking, Dr Sally Adukwu, former Member Economic Advisory Committee to the President, commended Owelle and his Foundation for his bold step to built the police station, stressing that he remained “a leader per excellence and problem solvers”.

     

    “Owelle Odumegwu has done what the government officials could not do, and I advise that our people should queue behind him in all he does to ensure peace and development in the area,” Adukwu, who is also National President, National Association of Proprietors of Private School (NAPPS), said.

     

    The President-General of the community, Mr Obunwa Mamah, lauded Owelle and his Foundation; adding that all the council of elders, cabinet member and leaders extend their appreciation. (Flowerbudnews)