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Akwa Ibom: Masquerade leader, one other arrested for alleged criminal activities, public disturbance

Akwa Ibom State Police command has arrested a leader of a masquerade cultural group, Uwem Umana and one other person for alleged involvement in series of criminal activities including illegal assembly, armed blockage of a public highway, and extortion. The command Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this in a statement in Uyo
Akwa Ibom: Masquerade leader, one other arrested for alleged criminal activities, public disturbance

Akwa Ibom State Police command has arrested a leader of a masquerade cultural group, Uwem Umana and one other person for alleged involvement in series of criminal activities including illegal assembly, armed blockage of a public highway, and extortion.

The command Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this in a statement in Uyo on Saturday, said the arrest followed a distress call received from a concerned citizen (name withheld).

John said the masquerade group was accused of attacking citizens, blocking a public highway and extorting money from members of the public passing through the route.

She said, “According to the information from the distress call, the perpetrators, armed with sphere arrows, machetes, sticks, and other weapons, were also physically assaulting members of the public, including NYSC members.

“Investigation revealed that the leader of the “Ekpo” masquerade in the village, one Uwem Umanah ‘M’ aged 45 years, had authorized members of the group to wear masks and disguise themselves in masquerade costumes in public, despite an existing ban on such displays.

“Upon receipt of the information, Operatives of the Command immediately dispatched to the scene and arrested the alleged mastermind, Uwem Umanah.”

In a related development, one David Michael ‘M’ aged 34 years of Ikot Obong Edong Village, was arrested at Ukana Onuk Village while in possession of complete masquerade costumes, preparing to invade the area.

She said the two suspects have been charged to court following a thorough investigation into the matter. She added that police will not tolerate acts of lawlessness, intimidation, or violence under any guise, including the unauthorized use of cultural paraphernalia to perpetrate crime.

“The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammad Azare fsi, reassures the general public of the Command’s unwavering commitment to maintaining public safety and order,” she said.

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Police confirm abduction of Kebbi deputy speaker, launch rescue operation

The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Alhaji Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo, by suspected bandits in Bagudo Local Government Area. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Birnin Kebbi. According to him, the attack occurred
Police confirm abduction of Kebbi deputy speaker, launch rescue operation

The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Alhaji Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo, by suspected bandits in Bagudo Local Government Area.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Birnin Kebbi.

According to him, the attack occurred on Friday night around 8:20 p.m. when armed men invaded Bagudo town and whisked away the lawmaker shortly after he observed the Isha’i prayer and was returning home.

Abubakar said a joint security team comprising police tactical units, military personnel, and local vigilantes had been deployed to track down the assailants and rescue the victim.

“The joint team is currently combing the bandits’ routes and nearby forests with a view to rescuing the lawmaker unhurt and arresting the perpetrators of the dastardly act,” the PPRO said.

He added that the Commissioner of Police, Bello Sani, had reaffirmed the command’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the state.

Sani also urged residents to remain vigilant and support security agencies with credible information that could aid the rescue operation and sustain peace in the state.

As of the time of filing this report, the abductors had yet to make contact or state their demands.

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EFCC begins investigation on Oladip’s extortion allegation against operatives

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, says it has begun investigation into the N10m extortion allegation against some of its operatives by a Nigerian rapper, Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips. It added that the accused officers have been suspended of their operational duties pending the conclusion of investigation. EFCC Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale
EFCC begins investigation on Oladip’s extortion allegation against operatives

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, says it has begun investigation into the N10m extortion allegation against some of its operatives by a Nigerian rapper, Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips.

It added that the accused officers have been suspended of their operational duties pending the conclusion of investigation.

EFCC Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale who disclosed this in a statement on Saturday said the commission was alarmed by such allegation and would ensure that truth was unravelled.

Recall that Oladips had accused some operatives of the Commission of extorting the sum of Ten Million Naira from him before securing his release when he was arrested alongside other suspected internet fraudsters.

Reacting, the EFCC Spokesperson insisted that the picture painted by Oladips was not a true reflection of the anti-graft agency.

“We have seen his claims and have commenced investigations on them accordingly. It is also needful to state that if the allegation is found to be false and raised to malign the Commission or tarnish its image, appropriate sanctions will also be imposed.” He added.

He, therefore, urged the public to await the outcome of the investigations and continue to keep faith with the commission.

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Christian genocide: Ted Cruz reveals fresh move against blasphemy, sharia laws in Nigeria

United States Senator Ted Cruz has announced new legislative efforts aimed at countering the enforcement of blasphemy and sharia laws in Nigeria. The development comes after President Donald Trump’s designation of the country as one of particular concern over religious freedom violations. Cruz, in a post on X on Friday, said he was gratified by
Christian genocide: Ted Cruz reveals fresh move against blasphemy, sharia laws in Nigeria

United States Senator Ted Cruz has announced new legislative efforts aimed at countering the enforcement of blasphemy and sharia laws in Nigeria.

The development comes after President Donald Trump’s designation of the country as one of particular concern over religious freedom violations.

Cruz, in a post on X on Friday, said he was gratified by Trump’s decision, noting that he had long advocated measures to address the persecution of Christians in Nigeria.

He described the designation as a critical step toward holding accountable Nigerian officials who have enabled or tolerated violence and persecution based on religion.

According to him, his proposed legislation would reinforce the US government’s stance by targeting individuals responsible for implementing blasphemy and sharia laws, adding that he would work with the administration and Congress to advance the bill and ensure its full implementation.

Cruz said, “I am deeply gratified to President Trump for making this determination. I have fought for years to counter the slaughter and persecution of Christians in Nigeria, and this year introduced legislation that will lock in the designation made today.

“Today’s designation is a critical step in holding accountable and changing the behavior of Nigerian officials who have facilitated and created an environment conducive to the outrages in Nigeria. My legislation implements additional steps, including targeting those who implement blasphemy and sharia laws in Nigeria, and I am committed to working with the administration and my colleagues to advance my bill and implement these necessary measures. Today’s decision by President Trump is a great one, and I thank him for his strong leadership.”

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Govt Teargasses protesters, romances terrorists’ – Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer

Aloy Ejimakor, Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has reacted as President Donald Trump of the United States, US, designates Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern, CPC. Ejimakor said designating Nigeria as CPC was inevitable because the government allegedly teargassed peaceful protesters but romanced terrorists publicly. He
Govt Teargasses protesters, romances terrorists’ – Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer

Aloy Ejimakor, Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has reacted as President Donald Trump of the United States, US, designates Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern, CPC.

Ejimakor said designating Nigeria as CPC was inevitable because the government allegedly teargassed peaceful protesters but romanced terrorists publicly.

He disclosed this while posting a video of himself receiving oxygen on his X page.

According to Ejimakor: “The aftermaths of taking 2 direct teargas hits for expressing my legal right to peaceable assembly.

“When a nation tear-gasses peaceful protesters but romances terrorists in full glare of the public, being slammed as a Country of Particular Concern becomes inevitable. #FreeMNK.”

Last month, Ejimakor and some few others were arrested by the police in Abuja over the free Nnamdi Kanu protest.

The protest convened by activist politician, Omoyele Sowore was meant to be staged at the presidential Villa where protesters will demand Kanu’s release from President Bola Tinubu.

Following their arrest, Ejimakor, Kanu’s brother, Prince Emmanuel, Sowore and others were arraigned before a Kuje Magistrate Court who initially demanded them before they were finally granted bail.

In the process of moving them, Ejimakor and the other protesters were said to have been punished with teargas shot at them.

While in remand, Ejimakor collapsed but was promptly attended to by medical team in Kuje prison.

Govt Teargasses protesters, romances terrorists’ – Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer