Category: Crime

Two Police Officers Arrested in Rivers State for Assaulting Man in a Viral Video

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Two police officers from the Rivers State Police Command have been arrested after a video capturing them mistreating an unidentified man went viral. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Nwonyi Polycarp Emeka, ordered their arrest in response to the disturbing footage that circulated on social media. The arrested officers are currently undergoing interrogation for their unprofessional behavior. According to Grace Iringe-Koko, the Public Relations Officer of the Command, the police operatives will be thoroughly investigated in accordance with the established guidelines governing the conduct of law enforcement personnel. Appropriate…

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Airfield Lighting Systems Stolen at Murtala Muhammad Airport, Investigations Underway

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Recently, there was an incident at the domestic runway 18/36L of Murtala Muhammad Airport where the newly installed airfield lighting systems were allegedly stolen. The theft took place during the closure of the runway, and it is believed that a syndicate, including some workers of the airport agencies and external accomplices, was responsible for the crime. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Aviation, Dr Emmanuel Meribole, directed the suspension of heads of relevant departments at the airport, as well as security personnel responsible for guarding critical airport facilities. The…

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Arrest Warrant Issued as Arrogant Luxury Car Buyer Insults Emirati Society in Viral Video

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Arabian Business reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued an arrest warrant for a man who was filmed displaying arrogance while attempting to purchase expensive cars from a luxury showroom. The state-run news agency, WAM, states that the video insults and mocks Emirati society, stirring up harmful public opinions. In the viral video, an Asian man dressed in Emirati attire is seen accompanied by individuals carrying large amounts of money, expressing his desire to buy a Mercedes, Rolls Royce, and a Red Bull sports car, among others. The…

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24-hour curfew placed in Mangu, Plateau, as terrorists kill 231 individuals

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Yesterday, terrorists launched an attack on the Farin Kasa and Sabon Gari communities in Mangu Local Council, Plateau State, Nigeria, resulting in the death of 12 individuals, injuries to others, and the destruction of houses. This incident adds to the growing fatality count in the area, which has reached 231 within a span of two months. In response, the state government has imposed a 24-hour curfew in Mangu, and the military has relocated its base to the area. According to a reliable source who spoke anonymously, the attackers carried out…

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Attack at Chinese Kindergarten: Six dead

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On Monday, a tragic incident occurred at a kindergarten in the city of Lianjiang, located in South China’s Guangdong province. According to a spokeswoman for the city government, six individuals lost their lives, and one person was injured in an attack. The victims included a teacher, two parents, and three students. The spokeswoman did not provide specific details regarding the identities and ages of the victims, as well as the weapon used in the attack. However, she confirmed that one suspect has been apprehended, and a police investigation is currently…

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Suspected Benz thief fleeing Abuja caught in Edo

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Meshach Sinuphro, the individual who allegedly stole a Mercedes Benz valued at N55m from a car dealer in the Federal Capital Territory, has been apprehended by the Decoy Squad of the Edo State Police Command. The arrest took place in Benin City, Edo State. DSP Bright Edafe, the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the arrest through a Twitter post on Thursday. Sinuphro, who posed as a prospective buyer, is accused of stealing the vehicle in Abuja. Share on: WhatsApp

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Abba Kyari granted bail after 18-months in detention

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Suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, has been granted bail by the Federal High Court in Abuja. The bail was granted by Justice James Omotosho in a case where Kyari and his two siblings were accused of failing to declare assets to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency. The bail conditions include a sum of N50 million, two sureties with property worth N25 million each within the court’s jurisdiction, the deposit of international passports and bank statements, and the endorsement of the release warrant depending on developments in another…

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Pastor Arrested for Alleged Rape and Impregnation of Minor Girl in Rivers State

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Rumuji Police Division, located in Emohua Local Government Area, Rivers State, has arrested a Pastor known as Pillar on charges of defiling a minor, which has resulted in her pregnancy. The arrest of Pastor Pillar, who serves as a clergyman at a new generation church in Ndele community, followed a complaint filed by Mr. Amesi ThankGod, the brother of the victim’s elder sister. According to ThankGod, it was a routine for the girl to go to the church to relax if her mother went to the farm, returning home in…

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Visually Impaired Man Remanded for Allegedly Defiling 13-Year-Old Girl in Lagos

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A visually impaired man identified as Francis Ugachukwu has been remanded in the Kirikiri Correctional Centre by the Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court in Lagos State. Ugachukwu is accused of defiling a 13-year-old girl. During the court proceedings, Justice Abiola Soladoye ordered the remand of Ugachukwu pending the hearing and filing of his bail application. The defendant was arraigned on a single count charge of defilement. The state prosecution counsel, Abimbola Abolade, informed the court that the offence was committed in November 2022 at No. 16 Kareem Giwa…

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Police officer fired for allegedly killing generator repairer in Lagos

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In Lagos, a police officer named Kabiru Odeyemi has been dismissed by the Lagos State Police Command for his involvement in the shooting of a 24-year-old generator repairer, Idris Bakare. The dismissal was confirmed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, via a Twitter post. Odeyemi’s arraignment is scheduled to take place on Friday, July 7, 2023. The Commissioner of Police, Idowu Owohunwa, has assured the people of Lagos of his commitment to uphold the rule of law, civility, and respect for human life. The incident occurred…

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