Notorious Terrorist’s Wife, allies, trying to set up base in Nigeria arrested by Police in Kano
Notorious Terrorist’s Wife, allies, trying to set up base in Nigeria arrested by Police in Kano
The Nigerian Police, Kano State Command has arrested a wife alongside two associates of a wanted Chadian terrorist named Ahmad Adam Abba, the alleged mastermind behind the killing of 17 people in Chad who also attempted to establish a terror base in the state.
The arrested suspects include Abba’s wife, a 42-year-old Chadian named Jibrin Mohammed, and an unnamed Nigerian accomplice who are currently in police custody.
Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, CP Salman Dogo Garba disclosed this during a press briefing at the Bompai Police Headquarters on Friday in Kano.
CP Garba noted that although the prime suspect had fled Nigeria, investigations are ongoing to dismantle his terrorist network.
“They were arrested following a thorough investigation and intelligence-led policing, and are currently in custody with investigation ongoing,” CP Garba stated.
The CP said the arrests followed the January 24 security alert issued by the command where it urged the public to report suspicious activities after intelligence reports indicated the presence of suspected terrorists in the state.
Acting on these reports, the police said it successfully recovered Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) while also intensified intelligence-gathering operations.
CP Garba emphasised the importance of collaboration between the police, intelligence agencies, and the public, assuring residents of the command’s commitment to maintaining peace and security in Kano.
“Patrols have been intensified, and surveillance measures enhanced in key areas. We will continue conducting awareness programmes to educate the public on the importance of reporting suspicious activities,” he said.
The commissioner further expressed appreciation for the support of the Kano State Government and residents, urging them to remain vigilant and proactive in providing valuable information to the police.
The Police Prosecutor, ASP Olusegun Elisha, told the court that the defendant committed the offense sometime between the months of February and March within Osogbo metropolis.
Elisha said the defendant who allegedly claimed to be a naval officer had assaulted a teenager for reasons unknown .
He said the offense contravened sections 484 and 351 of the criminal code cap 34 Vol.1, laws of Osun,2002 .
The defendant pleaded not guilty to a two-count charge of impersonation and assault against him.
The defense counsel, Mr Olatunbosun Oladipupo, had requested the court to grant his client bail in the most liberal terms.
The Magistrate, Mrs O. Daramola, granted the defendant bail in the sum of N200,000 and two sureties in the likesum.
Daramola said the sureties must reside within the court jurisdiction with evidence of tax payment and passport size photographs, attached with an affidavit of means.
The case was adjourned to May 6 for hearing. (NAN)
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BREAKING; President Tinubu approves appointment of new Accountant General of the Federation
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Shamsedeen Ogunjimi as the new Accountant General of the Federation after a rigorous selection processes.
His appointment, approved on Tuesday, takes effect from March 7, 2025, the same day the incumbent Oluwatoyin Madehin will retire, Mr Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Spokesman, said in a statement.
Ogunjimi, 57, was first named as Madehin’s successor last December.
“A selection committee later picked him through a competitive, rigorous, and merit-based process involving Directors of Accounts in the Federal Civil Service.
“The committee conducted the process through three stages: a written assessment, an ICT proficiency test, and oral interview.
“The selection process underscores President Tinubu’s commitment to promoting transparency, excellence, and competence in key public service positions,” said the statement.
Ogunjimi graduated from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy.
He also obtained a Master’s in Accounting and Finance from the University of Lagos.
He is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria.
Tinubu congratulated Ogunjimi on his appointment and urged him to discharge his duties in the service of Nigeria with integrity, professionalism, and dedication to Nigeria’s service. (NAN)
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S3xual harassment cannot happen in Senate – Senator Ita-Giwa slams Natasha
Sexual harassment cannot happen in Senate – Senator Ita-Giwa slams Natasha
Ex-Senator Florence Ita-Giwa, a former presidential adviser, has rejected Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s allegations of sexual harassment, claiming that women are immune from harassment once they join the Senate.
In a recent live television appearance, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan said that Senate President Godswill Akpabio had blocked her attempts to introduce motions on the Ajaokuta Steel Company in Kogi State and demanded sexual favors in return for her speaking rights.
Responding to the allegations during an appearance on Arise TV on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Ita-Giwa, who represented Cross River South Senatorial District, said it was inappropriate for female senators to claim sexual harassment after attaining such a high political office.
She described such complaints as a sign of weakness, implying that women in the Senate should be empowered and confident enough to avoid such situations.
She said, “By the time you contest elections and get to Senate, you have passed that stage of your life of being sexually harassed. You go there to serve, and you are all equal in that place. And again, it shows weakness; you don’t allow it. It (sexual harassment) can not happen in the Senate.
“I am not saying the lady is lying, but when you get to the Senate, you’re there as a person. You’re not there as a woman.
“At that stage in politics, if you come out and say someone is sexually harassing you, it is a weakness.”
When questioned whether female lawmakers should remain silent if they are sexually harassed by colleagues, Ita-Giwa firmly stated that accusing fellow lawmakers of making advances is a sign of weakness for female senators.
“I do not agree with Senator Akpoti on this issue. It is the worst sign of weakness for a woman to come forward and accuse a man of making advances at that level,” she said.
Ita-Giwa emphasised that female senators should view themselves as equals to their male counterparts, noting that securing a senatorial seat is no easy feat for anyone, regardless of gender.