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Four Amotekun Corps Members Fired due to Indiscipline

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The Commander of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps, Adetunji Adeleye, emphasized the corps’ strong stance against indiscipline among its members. He mentioned that four officers were dismissed for violating rules and regulations, while others were sent to detention centers to ensure compliance. Adetunji reported that the corps arrested around 7,000 criminals in over two years, with 1,500 of them facing charges in court. He highlighted support from other security agencies and revealed that the conflict between farmers and herdsmen in the state had significantly…

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Man Arrested After Ex-Lover Was Found Dead and Mutilated in Ondo State Residence

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The Ondo State Police Command has apprehended a 45-year-old man, Bankole Oginni, in connection with the death of an unidentified woman believed to be his former lover. The woman’s lifeless body was discovered in the suspect’s residence, with certain body parts missing. The deceased’s daughter alerted the authorities after finding her mother’s body tied with a rope and mutilated in the suspect’s house in Akure. The State Police Public Relations Officer, Mrs. Funmilayo Odunlami, confirmed the incident, noting that the investigation is underway and the deceased’s remains have been taken…

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Kidnappers Abduct King and Queen of Gurku Community in Nasarawa State

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Late on Sunday night, armed individuals suspected to be kidnappers abducted the King of Gurku community in Nasarawa State, HRH Jibril Mamman Waziri, along with his wife. The incident occurred in the palace around 10 pm when most residents were already asleep. The gunmen took the royal couple to an undisclosed location. A community resident stated that the security agencies didn’t manage to prevent the abduction, calling for swift intervention. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ramhan Nansel, confirmed the situation and mentioned ongoing efforts to safely rescue the abducted…

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NDLEA Nabs Fake Couple Smuggling 3.322kg of Cocaine

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NDLEA operatives arrested Mr. Ilonzeh Kingsley Onyebuchi and Mrs. Ilonzeh Roseline Nonyelum at the Lagos airport. They were posing as a couple traveling to India for medical treatment, but a body scan revealed they had ingested 184 wraps of cocaine weighing 3.322 kilograms, and 100 grams were hidden in the woman’s private part. Further investigation revealed they were not actually a couple, but they used the same surname to bypass airport security checks. The woman confessed that she was recruited through her church in Abia state and that she was…

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Suspected Cult Gang Kills Man, Dumps Body in Tricycle near Awka Teaching Hospital

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In Awka, Anambra State, a middle-aged man was found dead inside a partially destroyed tricycle near the back gate of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital. Suspected cult gang members are believed to be responsible for the killing. The discovery of the corpse caused panic in the community, with residents and passers-by avoiding the scene due to fear of retaliation from rival cult groups. Eyewitnesses reported seeing people parking the tricycle at the scene, unaware that there was a body inside until others gathered around later. The police have confirmed…

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Ex-Convict Dies During Testing of Bulletproof Charm in Ondo

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The Ondo State Police Command has initiated the trial of a man named Bode, accused of killing Tunde Akinmoyewa with a dane gun in Laoso Village. According to the police, Bode, who is an ex-convict, accidentally shot Tunde while testing a new locally-made gun. However, a source claims that Tunde asked Bode to shoot him to test the efficacy of a bulletproof charm. Tragically, Tunde died on the spot after being shot, and Bode fled the scene before neighbors arrived. The police are actively investigating the incident and trying to…

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Federal Government Enforces ‘No Work, No Pay’ Policy on Striking Resident Doctors

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The federal government of Nigeria has issued a directive to the management of federal tertiary hospitals to enforce the “no work, no pay” policy against resident doctors who are on strike. This means that participating doctors will not receive their regular salaries during the period of the strike. The directive was communicated through a circular dated August 1, 2023, and was titled “Re: Incessant Strike Action by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors: Implementation of ‘No work, No pay’ policy of the Federal Government.” The circular was signed by Dr.…

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Canada Welcomes Skilled Workers from Nigeria and Others in Critical Trades

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Canada has extended an invitation to skilled workers, including carpenters, plumbers, and welders from Nigeria and other countries. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has established an immigration pathway for individuals with expertise in carpentry, plumbing, and welding. The country aims to meet the increasing demand for talent in these crucial positions to support its economic growth and development. The Canadian Express Entry (EE) system has been tailored to provide a streamlined pathway for skilled workers in critical fields. The selection rounds for these categories will continue alongside general…

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Polaris Bank receives recognition for Supporting Women Empowerment

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                      The International Women Society (IWS) Skills Acquisition Centre, Lekki, Lagos has honoured Polaris Bank with the prestigious ‘Providers & Enablers’ Award in recognition of the Bank’s remarkable commitment and significant contributions to women empowerment, particularly in the area of vocational, skills training and capacity building for women, as undertaken by the IWS . The award ceremony was held at a special graduation ceremony last Thursday, July 27, 2023, at IWS Skills Centre, Lekki, Lagos. Esteemed representatives from various organizations, community leaders, and women who have benefitted from the vocational…

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