Photos: Angry Youths Attack House Of Reps Member & A Senator In Katsina State

Angry youths in Katsina state yesterday used stones, shoes, chairs and other objects to attack Senator Abu Ibrahim representing Katsina south and a member representing Bakori/Danja in the house of representatives, Amiru Tukur, at a political event organised by the state chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC).

The National Assembly members were in the state to receive some defecting PDP and APGA members to APC when the youths began attacking them. It took a combined effort of security officers and some security men from the governor's team to rescue them out of the scene. See more photos after the cut:

Meningitis: Zamfara State Governor Replies Emir Of Kano

On April 5th, Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II took a swipe at the Zamfara state governor, Abdulaziz Yari, over his recent controversial statement that the current meningitis epidemic is as a result of the prevalence of immorality in the country. The Emir of Kano in a post shared on his IG page, said Yari's statement had no basis in Islam. In recent times, the monarch has been canvassing for a change in the thought process of Muslims in Nigeria, particularly towards embracing science and modern day techniques.

EFCC: Comedy Of Discoveries And Bastardisation Of The Anti-Corruption War By Jude Ndukwe

 

Ever since the whistle blowing policy of the federal government was announced in December of 2016, there has been a frenzy of activities in the anti-corruption sector of the economy. While many have been excited by these activities, others have approached the issue with deserving skepticism.

This is because a majority of Nigerian officials would always find ways of “legally” enriching themselves by circumventing government policies meant to improve the society.

We Are Determined To Continue With The Fight Against Terrorism - Buhari Says In Easter Message To Nigerians

President Buhari in his 2017 Easter to Nigerians says it is in our collective interest to live in peace because without peace, no meaningful and sustainable development can take place. Read his piece below...

I congratulate our Christian brothers and sisters on the celebration of this year’s Easter. I rejoice with you on this historic occasion signifying the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, redemption over condemnation, and hope over despair. The commemoration of this special season in Christianity, is always preceded by fasting, piety, humility, penance and prayers of intercession in the build up to the death of Jesus Christ on Good Friday, an event which reunited man with his Creator.

Photos: EFCC Allegedly Invades Company In Bayelsa, Vandalize Containers, Equipment

Facebook user, Azibaola Robert, Managing Director of Kakatar Construction and Engineering Company claims EFCC invaded their company in Bayelsa, vandalizing equipment and containers in the process. Read what he wrote after the cut:

Jubilation In Kogi State As Bello Destroys House Owned By Notorious Criminal (Photos)

There was jubilation all over Kogi state as the state governor Governor Yayaha Bello today ordered the demolition of the fortress in Odu owned by detained notorious criminal Zakari Yau.

The Governor's Chief press secretary Petra Akiniti Onyegbule who was part of the demolition exercise did a count of the exits in the demolished building. There are 11 pedestrian gates excluding the main gate.

Recall that demolition of criminal hideouts began in the Central Senatorial District. Beginning specifically from Okene, the LGA of the Governor.

Buhari Fires PenCom, CPC, BPE Bosses, 20 Others

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday relieved the heads of 23 Federal Government agencies of their appointments and approved the appointment of their replacements.

Among those fired are the erstwhile Director-General, National Pension Commission, Mrs. Chinelo Anohu-Amazu; her counterpart in the Consumer Protection Council, Mrs. Dupe Atoki; and the Acting Director-General, Bureau of Public Enterprises, Dr. Vincent Akpotaire.

Gunmen Kill 3 Policemen In Lagos, Kidnap 4 Workers

Lagos State Police Command on Thursday confirmed the killing of three of its men and two community leaders by unidentified gunmen at Oko-Asagun village in Ibeju Lekki Local Government Area of Lagos.

The gunmen also abducted four staff of two Telecommunication companies. Lagos Police Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Olarinde Famous-Cole, who confirmed the incident, said the policemen killed were taken by surprise.

He said the command was after the suspected gunmen, assuring that measures would be taken to ensure the release of those held captive. It was gathered that the gunmen stormed the place from Ode-Omi creek, a border town between Lagos and Ogun States, to commit the crime.

Man Invites Gang To Rob, Abduct In-Law

The Oyo State Police Command on Thursday said its officers arrested a 41-year-old man, Komolafe Rasaq, for allegedly masterminding the robbery and abduction of his in-law on New Ife Road, Ibadan, the state capital.

Seven accomplices of Rasaq, comprising three robbers and four others, were arrested in connection with the incident.

The state Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Odude, said the arrest of the suspects led to the recovery of three vehicles, including a Toyota Camry belonging to Rasaq’s in-law.

Photos: Police Rescue Stolen 6-Year-Old Boy Sold For N200,000 In Abia State

The Abia State Police Command have arrested one Chibueze Nwaozuzu of Amaigbo in Nwangele Local Government Area of the state for allegedly stealing a 6-year-old boy. The suspect sold the child to one Comfort Umunnake, who was also arrested and the victim recovered from her.
Nwaozuzu was nabbed following a report received of the missing 6 years old child identified as Chinecherem Anoruo. The suspect made useful statements to the police confessing to the crime stating that he stole the child and sold the child to Umunnakwe for the sum of two hundred thousand (N200, 000.00) Naira.

Court Hands-Over Cash EFCC Discovered In Lagos To Federal Government

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered that the $38million, N23million and £27,000, recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in a residential building located at Osborne Towers, Ikoyi be temporarily forfeited to the Nigerian government. 

Presidency Cannot Stop The Feb. 6th Protest - VP Osinbajo Says

VP Yemi Osinbajo says that the presidency can't stop the February 6th nationwide protest. Speaking through his senior special assistant-media and publicity, Laolu Akande, who was a guest on Channels TV, Osinbajo said Nigerians have the right to protest as it is their fundamental human rights.

Nigerian Army Arrests 3 Chadians Suspected To Be Boko Haram Members

The Nigerian Army says it has arrested three Chadians suspected to be members of Boko Haram sect. Addressing newsmen in Maiduguri, the Borno state capital today, Maj.-Gen. Lucky Irabor, the Theater Commander, Operation Lafiya Dole, said the arrests were made on January 26th.

Kaduna State Gov, Nasir El-Rufai Visits IGP Over Lingering Southern Kaduna Crisis

In a bid to find a lasting solution to Southern Kaduna religious crisis, Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai today paid a visit to Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, at the police headquarters in Abuja.

Photo: Soldier Beats Rider To Death After Car Hits Motorcycle

A power-drunk soldier, identified simply as Sergeant Taiwo, has brought sorrow into the family of a 25-year-old commercial motorcyclist, Abu Alhaji, whom he allegedly beat to death.

Taiwo, aka Sir T, lives  in Myyong Army Barracks, Yaba, and is reportedly in detention in the barracks.

The motorcyclist, father of a six-month-old child, was said to have taken a woman, who wanted to buy snacks, to an eatery in the Morroco, Shomolu area, while the soldier parked his Toyota Camry on the premises.

Dasuki: Obanikoro Returns N30m More To EFCC

A former Minister of State for Defence, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, has returned a fresh sum of N30m to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, with a promise to pay a balance of N417m, The Punch can confirm.

Calculations by their correspondent showed that the former minister has now returned N167m to the Federal Government.

Police Arrest Fake Lawyer Who Practise At Supreme Court

The police in Kwara State have arrested a man, Mr. Peter Adogun, for alleged impersonation and use of forged documents.

The First Information Report obtained by a Punch correspondent said on November 28, 2016, at about 5.20pm, one Oyetunji reported that the Nigeria Bar Association received complaints from some individuals alleging that one Mr. I. T. David, who practised as a legal practitioner in the state was not an authentic lawyer.

Lagos Police Vows To Stop Tuface’s Planned Protest

The Lagos State Police Commissioner Fatai Owoseni on Wednesday said he will not allow the planned protest against the Federal Government slated for February 5 to hold in the state.

Popular musician, TuFace Idibia who joined the call for protest by some concerned Nigerians over the state of the nation, had used his social media platforms to appeal to his supporters to join the movement.

FG Sets Up Taskforce To Check High Cost Of Food Items

Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, said the Federal government has set up a task force that will check high cost of all food items in all markets nationwide. Mohammed disclosed this to state house correspondents in Abuja yesterday.

Younger Brother Of UNIMAID Professor Killed In Boko Haram Suicide Bomb Attack Writes Open Letter To Abubakar Shekau

The Younger brother to late Prof. Aliyu Usman Mani, who was killed in a suicide bomb attack at the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) on January 16th, Usman Abbas, has written a letter to the leader of the sect, Abubakar Shekau, stating that he is a “dead man waiting to go to hell.”