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Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari On Sunday, President Muhammadu Buhari condemned the killing of 70 people in Zaroumdareye, a border town between Niger Republic and Mali by militants. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, disclosed this in a statement titled, “President Buhari sympathises with Niger Republic over the terrorist attack that killed 70 people, calls for united action against terrorism.” Shehu quoted the President as describing the incident as another clarion call for African leaders’ united action against terrorism. The President said, “I am profoundly shocked by the large scale death of innocent people at the hands of these callous militants who have no regard for the sanctity of human life. “We are facing grave security challenges on account of the evil campaign of indiscriminate violence by terrorists in the Sahel, and only united action can help us defeat these vicious enemies of humanity. “Terrorism has now b...

An operative of the Oyo State Security Network Agency, otherwise known as Amotekun, has shot a police officer, Fatai Yekini, in Oyo town. The Amotekun officer, identified as Ibrahim Ogundele, was said to have opened fire on one of the policemen immediately they arrived at a carnival. The incident was said to have happened around 3 pm on Saturday around Sanga area of Oyo town. It was gathered that the operative was promptly arrested and has been put in police custody while the injured cop is said to be receiving treatment in hospital. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Mr Olugbenga Fadeyi, confirmed the incident when contacted by Punch. He said, “This happened when police personnel at Ojongbodu Division, Oyo were responding to calls to dislodge recalcitrant youths staging carnival after several warnings that such should not be staged. “The Amotekun personnel has since been arrested and currently being investigated at Ojongbodu Police station.” Police News ...

Ogun State Government says it has suspended the Commissioner for Environment, Abiodun Abudu-Balogun, from office for alleged sexual harassment of an underaged girl. The government said the suspension would last pending the conclusion of an independent investigation into the allegation. The commissioner was alleged of sexual harassment by a 16-year-old Barakat Melojuekun. See Also Sahara Reporters He Fondled My Breasts, Recited Incantations – 16-Year-Old Recounts Alleged Sexual Harassment By Ogun Commissioner 0 Comments 1 Day Ago A statement issued in Abeokuta on Sunday by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tokunbo Talabi, said the commissioner’s suspension would enable him to cooperate fully with the independent investigation being carried out by the police. The statement read “whilst taking cognizance of the principle of a suspect being presumed innocent until proven guilty and the public statement issued by Hon. Abudu-Balogun denying the allegation, as a gov...

The family of the late George Nkencho, the 27-year-old Nigerian who was shot dead by Irish local police, also known as Gardai, has expressed concerns over alleged lies that have been circulating to smear his image and change the narrative.  Following the fatal shooting of Nkencho in West Dublin, serious concerns have been raised about a seemingly ‘racist’ agenda to paint the 27-year-old as a criminal who had countless convictions. irishtimes See Also CRIME Outrage As Irish Police Shoot 27-Year-Old Nigerian, George Nkencho Dead In Dublin 0 Comments 3 Days Ago Reacting to the alleged disinformation, a resident, Brid Smith said, “What saddens me is the number of decent people that believe the lies. “George Nkencho, shot dead by Gardaí in Blanchardstown last week, was a man with mental health issues, but no criminal record.” She also went on to slam those who generated and circulated the alleged lies as ‘racists and fascists’. Issuing a statement through their soli...

A real estate officer in Magodo area, Lagos State has narrated the last moments he shared with Tunde Thomas, the late husband of Moyo Thomas, who was allegedly involved in office romance with the Managing Director of the First City Monument Bank, Adam Nuru. The anonymous person, who wrote on Twitter using @Fada_Flo, stated that Thomas was indeed depressed and alone in his last days.  No fewer than 2,311 persons have already signed a petition calling for the sacking of the FCMB Managing Director over his alleged affair with a former worker of the bank, Moyo Thomas. The petition is also asking the Central Bank of Nigeria and the FCMB board to dismiss Nuru on ethical grounds.  A cross-section of Nigerians have also condemned the FCMB Managing Director over the alleged affair, which reportedly made Thomas depressed and eventually led to his death.   The estate company officer narrated that he had gone to inspect the house in which Thomas lived in Magodo and w...

Illustration A woman, Iklima Musa, who was brutalised with hot water by her runaway co-wife, is currently bedridden and seeking justice.  He co-wife had doused her with boiling water in Plateau State.  Illustration The rival wife, identified as Justina Peter, has been on the run since the incident happened at Gindiri town in the Mangu Local Government Area of the state. It was gathered that the women had never got along since Iklima joined the family as a second wife three years ago.  According to Daily Trust, the co-wives had a serious argument and their husband, Ate Peter Manomi, intervened.  When Iklima came out of her room a few minutes later to gather her clothes from the washing lines, she was allegedly attacked by Justina who doused her with boiling water. The attack has left Iklima with severe burns on her upper body. Their husband, Manomi rushed Iklima to the hospital, where she is on admission. Narrating her ordeal to Daily Trust on Saturday,...

Pastor Adeboye three days ago The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has said he will continue to lay hands on the sick for them heal despite calls that everyone should maintain social distancing.  The cleric spoke on Sunday at the church’s National Headquarters in the Ebute-Meta area of Lagos State. Pastor Adeboye three days ago instagram/PastorEAAdeboye According to Punch, Adeboye, who preached on the topic, Divine Lifting, however, urged members of his church and Nigerians to obey all COVID-19 protocols outlined by the government to prevent the spread of the virus. The 78-year-old cleric, who donned a face shield, advised members of his church not to be afraid of the virus but implored them to obey all health guidelines. He said, “I want you to relax but don’t be careless. When I say relax, I do not say be careless. I hope you know the difference between the two. When they say wear your mask, wear your mask. When they say...

A man, Bolanle Cole, believed to be close to Tunde Thomas, the late husband of Moyo Thomas, who allegedly engaged in an affair with the Managing Director of the First City Monument Bank, Adam Nuru, has narrated the last moments of the deceased.  Cole said that Thomas, alias Tunde Gentle, 45, shed tears several times due to the depression and heartbreak he suffered because of his wife’s alleged affair with the FCMB MD. Ladunliadinews See Also Scandal Marriage Scandal: 2,311 Petitioners Demand Sacking Of FCMB Managing Director, Nuru 0 Comments 5 Hours Ago Sharing the story on Twitter, Cole explained that Nigerians should demand action from FCMB, and if there was none, people should close their bank accounts in protest. He said, “The two kids from his marriage were indeed fathered by a man without scruples or conscience, the current MD of FCMB, Adam Nuru, who was his wife’s boss (MD) in FCMB. “FCMB, an organisation without proper rules or governance looked the othe...

The Zamfara State Police Command has arrested 18 suspects over it termed as “unlawful demonstration” which allegedly led to the destruction of property, including the Emir of Shinkafi’s palace.  The police spokesman in the state, SP Muhammad Shehu, stated this in a release made available to newsmen in Gusau on Sunday.  “Youths carrying dane guns, cutlasses and sticks destroyed the Emir of Shinkafi’s palace and two other houses in Shinkafi town. “A joint police and military team quickly responded and dispersed the protesters to avoid a breakdown of law and order and possible loss of lives and property. “The 18 suspects arrested are currently in police custody undergoing interrogation. “The state Commissioner of Police, Mr Abutu Yaro, has directed the state Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department to commence a discreet investigation into the unlawful protest with a view to unravelling the circumstances behind the dastardly act,” Shehu said. Yaro urged par...

Adam Nuru No fewer than 2,311 persons have now called for the sacking of the First City Monument Bank Managing Director, Adam Nuru, over alleged infidelity with a former worker with the bank, Moyo Thomas. The petition is requesting the Central Bank of Nigeria and the FCMB board to dismiss Nuru on ethical grounds.  Adam Nuru A number of Nigerians had condemned the FCMB Managing Director over an alleged marriage scandal involving him and Moyo. See Also Sahara Reporters Marriage Scandal: How FCMB Managing Director Allegedly Had Two Children With Female Staff Member 0 Comments 1 Day Ago A cross-section of Nigerians had stated that a sexual relationship between Nuru and his subordinate was unprofessional and called for the sacking of the MD.  As of Saturday, the number of people who had signed the petition was about 1,400 petitioners.  Tunde Thomas, the husband of Moyo, a staff member of FCMB who Nuru was alleged to have had a romantic affair with, was sa...

File photo used to illustrate story. Unknown Gunmen have on invaded Peremabiri community in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, setting over 20 houses ablaze. SaharaReporters learnt the bandits invaded the community in about 50 speedboats with the aim of taking control of the community from an ex-militant leader, Paul Eris, also known as Ogunbos, whose house was attacked and burnt on Christmas Day.  File photo used to illustrate story. According to sources, the gunmen have chased out community members suspected to be loyal to Paul Eris and taken control of the town. A community source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said, “As I speak with you, many people are still hiding in the bush and many houses have been burnt down. “The gunmen came in over 50 speedboats, shooting sporadically. When they gained entrance into the community, people had no other option but to run into the bush for safety. “Our intelligence report says that the gunmen have ...