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Suspected Kidnapper arrested with 5 abducted Children, says this is his fist time

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended one Promise Boniface for allegedly abducting five children from a family in Obio Ibiono Local Government Area of the State.

Boniface, along with other suspects arrested for various crimes, was paraded yesterday at the State Police Command headquarters in Uyo.

The Commissioner of Police, Joseph Eribo, confirmed that the children were safely rescued and reunited with their parents. Boniface was captured after a dramatic pursuit involving local villagers and police officers.

The motorcycle used during the crime was also recovered.

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When questioned, Boniface explained that he had found the children stranded in the rain and took them out of a sense of compassion. He admitted, “It is my first time doing something like this, and it was the circumstances that led me to it.”

In another incident on November 27, 2024, police operatives engaged a group of armed men attempting to kidnap a man along the Ikot Ekpene-Uyo Highway.

A gunfight ensued, resulting in the death of one suspect, while others managed to escape on a motorcycle. Authorities recovered a cut-to-size AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and suspected charms from the scene.

Following a tip-off, police also raided an illegal gun-making factory, where firearms were being produced and sold to criminals.

One suspect, identified as David Nse Emmanuel, was arrested, but other family members involved in the operation fled. Authorities recovered several weapons, including seven single-barrel guns, five double-barrel guns, a steel double-trigger pistol, and materials used in firearm fabrication.

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The police are continuing their efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects and trace the buyers of the illegal firearms.

Additionally, several suspects were paraded for various crimes, including armed robbery and vehicle theft. They include:

Joshua Linus, Isaac Archibong, and Christian Archibong were arrested for robbing a POS operator and stealing business money and valuables.

A five-man gang in Aba, Abia State, was arrested for hijacking a black Toyota Camry. Police recovered three locally made pistols and charms.

Kingsley Ernest Nelson, a repeat offender, was caught with stolen vehicles and fake car documents. The recovered vehicles included a black Toyota Corolla (registration ETN 674AA), a Toyota Sienna (registration DUU 692NZ), and a Toyota Rav4 (registration ETN 676AA).

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Commissioner of Police Joseph Eribo reiterated the Command’s dedication to fighting crime, ensuring Akwa Ibom remains one of Nigeria’s safest states.

“We will continue to safeguard lives and property, and ensure the safety of all citizens and residents,” he assured.

Investigations are ongoing into all cases, and the suspects will face charges in court.

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Fake Medical Doctor sent to jail for allegedly removing womb causing woman’s death

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Fake Medical Doctor sent to jail for allegedly removing womb causing Woman’s death

An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, on Wednesday ordered the remand of a 55-year-old fake doctor, Moyosore Johnson, in a correctional centre for allegedly causing the death of a woman.

Johnson, whose address was not provided, was arraigned on a four-count charge bothering on conspiracy and accelerating cause of death.

Magistrate Kausarat Ayofe did not take the plea of the defendant for lack of jurisdiction.

She directed the police to return the case file to the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) for advice.

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Ayofe adjourned the case until March 27, for mention.

Earlier, the Prosecutor, Insp. Segun Adegboye, told the court that the defendant committed the offences on July 5, 2024, at about 10.00 a.m, at Apata Igbala Hospital Iseyin, Oyo State.

Adegboye alleged that the defendant unlawfully accelerated the cause of the death of one Badirat Adebayo, 26, by carrying out surgery on her.

He alleged that the defendant removed Adebayo’s womb, which led to her death.

According to the prosecutor, the offences contravene Sections 516 and 319 of the Criminal Laws of Oyo State, 2000.(NAN)

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Group seeks support for military to capture Bello Turji, other Terrorists

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Group seeks support for military to capture Bello Turji, other Terrorists

The North-West Youths for Peace and Development (NWYPD), a non-governmental organisation, has called for the suppprt of the people in the region for the military in its renewed onslaught against Bello Turji and other terrorists in the region.

The Coordinator of the group, Salihu Bello, made the call while addressing newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja.

Bello also urged the people to show appreciation to the Armed Forces of Nigeria for its relentless efforts to tackle the activities of Bello and other bandits.

‘The military needs our to restore peace and order in the North West.

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“While our region is seeking ways to advance economically, here we are dealing with forces of retrogression, people who don’t want our region to make progress.

“Unfortunately they are our people. How did we get here? Who are the people directly or indirectly supporting them?

“The North-West Youths for Peace and Development commend the Gen. Christopher Musa led Armed Forces of Nigeria for what is been done to restore peace in our region.

“We once more appeal to our people to support the military,” he said. (NAN)

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Police operatives arrest 5 suspects for alleged murder of 7-year-old boy, Vigilante Commander

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Police operatives arrest 5 suspects for alleged murder of 7-year-old boy, Vigilante Commander

The Police Command in Edo says it has arrested five suspects in connection with two different killings in the state.

This is contained in a statement on Wednesday in Benin, by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in charge of the command, CSP Moses Yamu.

Yamu said that the killings include an alleged gruesome murder of a 7-year-old boy, and the assassination of a local vigilante commander.

He said that one Mr John Okojabhole, a resident of Jehovah Witness Road, off Elebesunu Street in Irrua, reported the murder of his son, Evans Okojabhole, on Feb. 22.

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According to him, the boy, who had been declared missing 24 hours earlier, was later found dead with his stomach ripped open, his ankles severed, and some fingers cut off.

”His mutilated body was dumped in a bush near their home.

”Following preliminary investigations, two suspects were arrested in connection with the crime.

“The police transferred the suspects to the State Criminal Investigations Department (SCID) in Benin for further investigation.”

The PPRO said that in another incident, the command was investigating the killing of one Victor Ogedengbe, 50, the Vigilante Commander of Erah Camp in Owan East Local Government Area of the state.

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”Ogedengbe was reportedly attacked and killed in his farm on Feb. 25 by suspected herdsmen.

”The Chairman of Owan East LGA reported the incident at Afuze Police Division, prompting a swift investigation that led to the arrest of three suspects.

”The suspects are all residents of Erah community, and they have also been transferred to the SCID for further interrogation,” he said.

Yamu, disclosed that the police had also increased security in Uzanu and Okpekpe communities following the recent killing of two farmers by suspected herdsmen.

He said the Commissioner of Police, Betty Otimenyin, has reaffirmed the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety of residents in the state.

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He quoted the commissioner as urging the public to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement agents by reporting suspicious activities.

“We appreciate the support from the general public and appeal for continued cooperation. If you see something, say something,” the police boss was quoted as saying. (NAN)

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