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Married man arraigned in court for killing sidechick over refusal to answer phone call from unknown number
AFOLABI
A married man from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, Moses Remayi, has been sentenced to 18 years in prison after violently assaulting his girlfriend, leading to her death. The attack, triggered by Remayi’s suspicion of infidelity over a missed phone call, left the victim suffering for days before she succumbed to her injuries.
The tragic incident unfolded when Remayi became enraged after his girlfriend refused to answer a call from an unknown number. He believed the call was from another man, sparking an argument that quickly turned violent. Testifying in court, Remayi admitted his anger intensified when he dialed the number and a man answered.
"I dialled the number using my phone, and a man answered. This made me angry, as I suspected she was cheating on me,” Remayi told the court.
Remayi's brutal assault on his girlfriend included beating her with a steel chair, fists, and feet. According to witnesses, he locked the door and continued the attack for nearly an hour. A co-tenant, Evidence Denhere, testified that despite hearing the victim’s screams and attempting to intervene, Remayi refused to stop.
"No one could stop him as he had locked the door," Denhere said.
After the attack, a neighbor, Cynthia Chaleka, found the woman severely injured and half-naked. Despite being rushed to the hospital, the victim succumbed to her injuries days later.
Remayi was arrested by the police, who recovered the iron bar used in the attack. In his defense, Remayi claimed that the violence began after his girlfriend bit him during their argument. However, the court rejected his explanation, finding him guilty of murder.
Appearing before Bulawayo High Court judge Justice Evangelista Kabasa, Remayi was sentenced to 18 years in prison for the crime, despite pleading not guilty.
The senseless killing has shocked the local community, with many expressing outrage over the brutality of the attack. Remayi now faces nearly two decades in prison for his actions.
Between Friday, October 18, and Sunday, October 20, no fewer than four vessels carrying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, arrived at seaports in Nigeria.
These vessels delivered approximately 123.4 million litres of PMS, according to a document obtained from the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) on Sunday.
The vessels docked at the Apapa port in Lagos and the Calabar port in Cross River State. This marks a significant boost to the nation’s fuel supply, especially given ongoing concerns about meeting domestic demand.
This latest delivery corroborates an earlier report by The PUNCH, which revealed that oil marketers planned to import PMS to supplement supplies from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery.
Marketers had expressed concerns that the refinery, located in Lekki, was producing around 10 million litres of petrol daily, far short of the 25 million litres it had originally promised. This shortfall prompted the decision to import fuel, despite the opening of the $20bn refinery.
In September, the platform reported that approximately 141 million litres of PMS were imported, following price increases in petrol from the Dangote Refinery.
These imports were made possible due to the fair market conditions created by the full deregulation of the downstream oil sector by the government, allowing oil marketers to bring in fuel when local production is insufficient.
The vessels that arrived between October 18 and 20 were distributed as follows: the first vessel, with 35,000 metric tonnes of PMS, berthed at the ASPM jetty at 10:13 a.m. on October 18, followed by another carrying 37,000 metric tonnes at 3:37 p.m. The third vessel, carrying 10,000 metric tonnes, arrived later that afternoon at 3:59 p.m. A fourth vessel carrying another 10,000 metric tonnes docked at the Eco Marine terminal in Calabar on Sunday morning.
When combined, the four vessels delivered a total of 92,000 metric tonnes, which, when converted using a standard rate of 1,341 litres per metric tonne, amounts to about 123.4 million litres of petrol.
In a previous interview, George Ene-Ita, spokesperson for the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, confirmed that licensed marketers are permitted to import PMS, provided that the products undergo stringent quality testing.
“The products must be subjected to our testing protocols at the ports. The products must conform to stipulated standards before we authorise them to offload to their terminals.
“Also, before the smaller vessels bring it further inland to Nigeria, our people will fly to the place to see the product and carry out some tests to ensure the right specification is upheld.
“Tests are also done at the products’ origins. And when the products come in before they are released to the market, further tests would be conducted to ensure that they meet the specifications,” he stated.
Naija News reports that despite the importation of PMS, marketers are still engaging in talks with Dangote Refinery on plans to purchase its locally refined fuel.
Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has called upon the youth to remain steadfast and not lose hope in Nigeria despite the current challenges.
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party spoke on Sunday during the Social Media Fest (SMFest) held in Owerri, Imo State.
Naija News reports that SMFest serves as a platform designed to educate participants on how to harness the potential of technology, social media, and innovation to enhance their businesses, brands, and initiatives, offering valuable ideas, exposure, and insights that enable individuals and organizations to capitalize on the benefits of digitalization fully.
In his address, Obi acknowledged the challenging circumstances facing Nigeria but urged the youth to exercise patience and resilience, emphasizing that success is achieved by those who persevere, even in difficult times.
“Yes, Nigeria is challenging right now, but those of us who are older are finding strength in the passion of the younger generation.
“And we say don’t give up! Whether it’s in business, skills development, education, or politics, don’t give up!
“Life will throw obstacles your way, but stand firm. If you need to, step back, rethink your strategy, evolve, and come back stronger,” Obi shared via his official X handle on Sunday.
Toke Makinwa, the media personality, has reflected on her tumultuous marriage and divorce during her birthday thanksgiving party.
Toke married Maje Ayida, her longtime partner, in 2014. However, their union was short-lived due to infidelity allegations in 2015, leading to their divorce in 2017.
During the event, the media personality thanked God for giving her the strength to withstand the challenges.
The 39-year-old OAP recounted feeling like she would “die” the day she ended her marriage. Toke also appreciated her friends for standing by her during that difficult period.
“Jesus you have comforted me when friends left me. Jesus you saw me through a divorce. When I thought I was going to die, when I did not know if I was going to wake up the next day, somehow you held me together. Even when I showed a frail faith, you knew I was not frail. Somehow you made me a tiger. You are the one that liveth. You are the one that will never fail,” she said.
“I thank God for all my friends here. I thank God that I am not looking out to look for you guys I am looking up. I have not been the best of fried for you guys but somehow you see something and I am grateful.”
Toke dismisses marriage rumour
There were rumours on social media that the media personality secretly married Farouk Umar. This was after a video of the duo sharing lovey-dovey moments went viral.
Toke, however, clarified that they are just friends. She added that “Farouk held me down when there was nobody”.
“On Obasanjo’s internet, they said I got married to this guy. This guy is my best friend o, listen, on Toke Makinwa’s internet, they said I married Farouk. Farouk my friend, ore mi.. this is my nigga and my friend, my brother, who wan marry you. Farouk held me down when there was nobody,” she said.
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![[POEM] Ode to (Dr) Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN](/media/k2/items/cache/cd8a631af3ea3d90bf2ae0ecfbca218b_M.jpg)
In justice’s halls, your voice resounds bright,
A beacon of hope, casting forth gentle light.
With wisdom profound and courage unchained,
You lead with integrity, your spirit unfeigned.
From the roots of our land, you’ve soared to the sky,
A guardian of truth, ever noble and spry.
With each choice you make, new pathways you weave,
A champion of progress, in whom we believe.
Today, we gather, our hearts filled with grace,
As Afe Babalola University bestows this honorary embrace.
A Doctor of Law, for your battles so grand,
For justice and honor, you steadfastly stand.
Your journey inspires the daring and bold, it mentors me,
From University of Jos our common pedigree, your story unfolds.
To Aare Afe Babalola’s Emmanuel Chambers, a colossus you grew,
In your shadow, I learned also, your vision imbued.
A testament to dreams that are bravely retold,
With each step you take, a new future unfolds.
Guiding us forth with your visionary hand,
You empower the hearts of this beautiful land.
May this honor remind you, as you light the way,
That your legacy flourishes in all that you say.
For in every word spoken, and each life you touch,
You’ve woven a future that matters so much.
So here’s to you, Prince, the Doctor of Law, on this glorious day,
May your passion and purpose forever hold sway.
As you rise ever higher, may your spirit be free,
In the annals of justice, your name shall always be.
Dated the 21st Day of October, 2024
-Dt Olukayode Ajulo OON, SAN
Attorney General of Ondo State
The Managing Director and CEO of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Sule Abdulaziz, has revealed that Nigeria supplies uninterrupted 24-hour electricity to neighboring countries Togo and Benin, despite ongoing concerns over recent power grid collapses within Nigeria.
During an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Tonight on Sunday, Abdulaziz confirmed, “We supply Togo, Benin, and Niger. They receive power from Nigeria on a 24-hour basis, and they are paying for it.”
Addressing why many Nigerians still face inconsistent electricity supply, Abdulaziz explained that not all citizens are affected.
“Nigerians are getting 24-hour supply, but not everyone. Those in Band A receive 20-22 hours of power,” he clarified.
Nigeria’s electricity distribution is tiered: Band A customers receive 20-24 hours of electricity, Band B customers get 16-20 hours, and Band C customers are provided with 12-16 hours of power daily.
Abdulaziz expressed confidence in the potential for nationwide improvements in electricity supply within the next few years.
“I am optimistic we can achieve a consistent power supply in less than five years. The new minister is focused on resolving the root issues, not merely creating superficial fixes,” he said.
He also highlighted that power grid collapses are not solely TCN’s responsibility, explaining that failures could stem from various sectors within the power system.
“A system collapse doesn’t mean it’s entirely TCN’s fault. It could be due to issues in generation, transmission, or distribution. Some may also result from unforeseen disasters. TCN manages the grid, but it doesn’t mean we are the source of every problem,” Abdulaziz emphasized.
Additionally, he sought to clarify the distinction between the TCN and the defunct National Electric Power Authority (NEPA).
“People still confuse TCN with NEPA. Back when we were NEPA, we handled generation, transmission, distribution, and marketing. Now, TCN is only responsible for transmission, but people often blame us for failures in other sectors,” he said.
Abdulaziz also acknowledged the significant infrastructure challenges facing the country’s power system, noting that much of the equipment in use is outdated.
“Many of the equipment we’re using are over 50 years old,” he pointed out.
Regarding electricity costs, Abdulaziz argued that Nigeria’s electricity remains relatively affordable compared to other African nations.
“People feel electricity is expensive here because they’re used to paying less. In reality, if you compare prices with other African countries like Burkina Faso, Senegal, and Niger, Nigeria’s rates are cheaper,” he concluded.
The Department of State Services (DSS) has replaced Adegboyega Fasasi as Chief Security Officer (CSO) to President Bola Tinubu.
He has been succeeded by Rasheed Atanda Lawal, a Deputy Director of the DSS.
While details remained limited, Presidential sources suggested Fasasi was reassigned to undergo professional training. “Yes, I heard he has been replaced with another officer because he is being sent on a professional training course.
“At least there’s a reason for his removal, and you can’t really premise that on any particular scandal,” a source said.
The DSS Director-General, Tosin Ajayi, reportedly requested President Tinubu to release Fasasi to attend the strategic course.
According to insiders, it is a common practice for new leadership at the DSS to reorganise security postings, especially within the Presidency.
“The angle I want us to actually look at it from is the fact that such exercise as this ‘change of guards’ usually happens when the DSS gets a new DG… the new DG will always prefer to have his own trusted men on critical beats,” the source added.
As of Sunday evening, there has been no official statement confirming the personnel changes in the CSO’s office.
Hardship: “At all at all is bad. At least I can wash my teeth" - High costs of toothpaste push Nigerians back to chewing sticks
AFOLABI
We are now going back to the old ways of living in Africa. No thanks to the excruciating economic conditions Nigerians are facing.
Gone are the days when we compete with brands and qualities of toothpaste.
Even the least of the toothpastes cost an arm these days, and only the super-rich can afford them.
But for an average family, who depends on God’s mercies for a moderate one or two meals, out of the three required in a day, spending N5,000 on toothpaste that may not last two weeks for an average family of seven, is a misplaced priority.
So, it is no wonder that chewing sticks are back to the stable of family needs, Economy&Lifestyle have discovered.
Originally, chewing stick was a valued hygiene therapy mostly for the teeth, due to their high medicinal contents.
Chewing sticks are ordinarily from plants with rich medicinal values, and families of old insisted members compulsorily use them every morning.
However, with the spread of civilisation, toothpaste pushed the habit far into oblivion.
But now, the harsh economy has resuscitated the practice. According to Mr Vincent Osamese, a photographer, he reintroduced the use of chewing sticks in his house when he spent N4,000 on toothpaste in three weeks.
“Few months ago, I introduced the use of a chewing stick in my house when I spent N4,000 for toothpaste in three weeks.
“My children use toothpaste like water.
“My wife was reluctant at first saying she would do the buying.
“On trying it for a month, she was shouting and lamenting on the amount she has spent on toothpaste in a month.
“One morning she presented a chewing stick to me. I laughed and was glad I left her to experience what it takes to buy toothpaste at an expensive price in a month.
“Now we are using the chewing stick happily with no fuss.”
Miss Adunni Hungbo, a trader, said: “My toothpaste finished few weeks ago.
“Upon getting to a shop, I was told the brand of toothpaste I use is now N2,000.
“I felt like fainting. Something I got last month for N1,500.
“I was so very angry and couldn’t substitute for other brands because I have a tooth problem.I left the shop.
“As I was heading home, I saw a woman selling herbs and it dawned on me that with just N100 I can get a chewing stick that can replace the toothpaste.
“That was how I ended up using a chewing stick till date.
“I know you would say how can a big girl like me use a chewing stick.
“I earn N40,000 monthly and live alone.
“I have rent and bills to pay yearly.
“In such a situation,I needed to cut costs.
“At all at all is bad. At least I can wash my teeth.
“If I don’t tell you it is a chewing stick I used you won’t know.”
Mr. Fehintola Ademide, a plumber said: “How much does one make that he will spend all his earnings on toothpaste.
“The government is not concerned about whether the policies they are making are affecting us negatively.
“They are just concerned with raising revenues wherever they can.
“See the recent increase in fuel price, when you get to the market the price of everything has increased.
“There is nothing that the price has not risen.
“Toothpaste in question has also reduced in quantity and quality.
“It doesn’t last up to a week before it gets finished in my house.
“My wife had to introduce me to a chewing stick recently which I embraced happily because that will cut the cost of buying toothpaste almost every week.
“She went further to buy this powder cup paste for the children because they are still kids and their gums can’t handle chewing sticks.
“Also, you know kids like licking toothpaste so this particular one they can’t lick.
“At least these alternatives have helped cut costs.
“No big man anywhere now. We are all managing seriously.”
Maureen Agu, a trader, said she has been using a chewing stick for the past three months and introduced her two adolescents to using it.
“Myself and my two grown children now use a chewing stick.
“The remaining two I bought powder paste for them because they are young.
“The powder paste is N500 and I make sure I or their elder sister puts it on their toothbrush.
“How much do I make? I am the only family they have and I have to cut costs in everything I do.
“It hasn’t been easy though but I thank God.
“Convincing my grown children to use chewing sticks wasn’t easy at all because this generation of children are just looking for an easy life.
“When they saw most of our neighbours using chewing sticks, they saw that they were not the only ones in such a predicament.
“Everyone is going for what they can afford.”
Wooden chewing sticks widely used in Nigeria for teeth cleaning namely are Garcinia kola, Anogeissus leiocarpus, Terminalia glaucescens, Sorindeia warneckei and Vitex doniana which according to a study by the National Library of Medicine and National Center for Biotechnology Information titled:”Antibacterial activities of extracts from Nigerian chewing sticks”, exhibited strong activities against a wide spectrum of bacteria including medically and dentally relevant bacteria.
The research also said that these five chewing stick extracts showed potent activities against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus, and multidrug-resistant Burkholderia cepacia and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Extracts from Vernonia amygdalina, Fagara zanthoxyloides and Massularia acuminata also showed activities against bacteria significant to periodontal disease.
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A yet to be identified middle-aged man has committed su!cide in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT.
He was found hanging on a tree a few days ago.
A resident of Bwari, Barnabas James, who confirmed the incident to Daily Trust said the deceased’ body was found hanging on a tree at the back of Deeper Life Road in the area.
“Upon receiving the information, I rushed to the scene where the man’s lifeless body was found hanging on a tree on top of a rock," he said.
He said a resident who was passing discovered the corpse tied with rope and hung to the tree.
James said security agents were yet to visit the scene as at the time he left Wednesday’s morning as the corpse was still hanging.
Ahead of the Ondo State November 16 off-cycle governorship election, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has declared that the ruling party is working hard to ensure it spread its tentacles in Southwest states.
Ganduje made this known on Sunday during a stakeholders’ meeting in Akure, alongside members of the APC National Working Committee (NWC).
Ganduje was joined by Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Abiodun Oyebanji (Ekiti), and Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, who was represented by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Talabi Olatokunbo.
Others at the meeting include Isaac Kekemeke (APC, Deputy National Chairman (South), Senator Ajibola Bashiru (APC National Secretary), Senate leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, among prominent members of the party in the Southwest region.
Speaking at the meeting, Ganduje said Oyo and Osun states must be under the capture of the APC to boost President Bola Tinubu’s support in the 2027 election.
While stating that the party would not reveal its strategy in winning the states in the region, Ganduje urged leaders of the APC to close ranks and ensure unity among members and followers.
He said the governorship election in Ondo is a walkover for the APC, adding that all the leaders at the national level have thrown their support for incumbent Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
He said, “In this geopolitical zone, we must deliver 100 percent in favour of APC. Therefore, Ondo State, you must be the forefront the two other states – Oyo and Osun – we will capture them, but I will not reveal our secret. We are strategising. Everything must be 100 per cent behind President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“In this coming election, we are solidly behind Governor Aiyedatiwa. We have made arrangements at the national level to have a successful election and I announce Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu as the Chairman National Campaign Council.
“This election is a task that must be done. We are encouraged by this large crowd of stakeholders. It shows there is unity, solidarity, and vigour in the party. We are expecting 90 percent votes in the forthcoming governorship election. You have to visit house to house. Neighbour to neighbour and ensure that people come out to vote,.
“Let me remind those who contested the primary election with Aiyedatiwa that are not losers because there is no victor, no vanquish in the exercise.”
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An Ikeja Special Offences Court has convicted and sentenced an oil marketer, Victor Ojomo, and his company, Vijorm Oil Nigeria Limited, to 30 years imprisonment for orchestrating a fraudulent scheme and defrauding a businessman of N47,645,000.
Justice Rahman Oshodi delivered the judgment on Friday, convicting Ojomo on three counts: conspiracy to obtain money by false pretence, obtaining money by false pretence, and stealing.
In his judgment, Justice Oshodi stated, “You orchestrated an elaborate scheme to defraud the victim of N47,645,000 and showed no remorse throughout the proceedings.”
The judge highlighted the severe impact of Ojomo’s actions, noting, “The victim has been deprived of his funds for years, and the impact on his life cannot be overstated.”
The court also ordered a restitution of the sum of N47,645,000 to the victim.
Justice Oshodi further convicted Ojomo’s company and held that it would be wound up if it failed to pay the fines imposed against it, within 90 days.
Although Ojomo was a first-time offender, the judge emphasised that the gravity of his offences far outweighed any mitigating factor.
“Given the severity of the offences and the need for deterrence, I have decided to impose a sentence of 70% of the maximum prescribed sentences,” he said.
The court sentenced Ojomo to 14 years’ imprisonment for both the first and second counts, and two years and one month for the third count.
These sentences are to run concurrently, beginning from July 10, 2023, the date of his remand.
Justice Oshodi acknowledged that N2m had been recovered from MAO Petroleum and returned to the victim, but stressed, “This represents only a fraction of what was taken, leaving a balance of N47,645,000.”
The judge made a restitution order for the full amount under Section 11 of the Advance Fee Fraud Act, instructing that all funds in Exhibit F, in the name of Vijorm Oil Nigeria Limited, be applied towards restitution.
“The prosecution is to ensure full restitution is made, as per Section 11 of the Advance Fee Fraud Act,” he added.
The judge also offered Ojomo the possibility of a reduced sentence if he made full restitution. “If you make full restitution of N47,645,000 to the victim, your sentence will be reduced to seven years, which is 50% of your sentence.
“I urge you to reflect on your actions and use this time to reform yourself.”
Ojomo’s company, Vijorm Oil Nigeria Limited, was also convicted of fraud.
While the company, as a corporate entity, cannot be imprisoned, it was held accountable for its role in the scheme.
Justice Oshodi imposed fines on the company: N2.5m, each for the first and second counts, and N500,000 for the third count.
The judge warned that if the company failed to pay the fines within 90 days, it would be wound up and its assets forfeited to the Federal Government of Nigeria.
“These sentences reflect the severe nature of using a corporate structure to perpetrate fraud,” Justice Oshodi remarked.
“Your actions have harmed the victim and eroded public confidence in legitimate business transactions.
“This sentence is designed as both punishment and deterrence to others contemplating similar fraudulent activities.”
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission had arraigned Ojomo and his company on charges of fraud arising from a purported oil trading deal involving 5,000 metric tonnes of Automotive Gas Oil.
The prosecution accused the convicts of conspiracy, obtaining money by false pretence, and stealing.
Justice Oshodi recounted the case, stating, “In 2018, the complainant, Mr Abdulwaheed Jimoh (Prosecution Witness 1), entrusted the defendants with the sum of N49,645,000 to facilitate the importation of 5,000mt of AGO from Lome to Nigeria.”
The central issue, the judge noted, was not whether the money changed hands, but the intentions behind the transaction and the subsequent actions of the parties involved.
The defence, led by Mr. Ayo Olumofin, argued that Ojomo’s failure to supply the AGO was due to a frustrated transaction, not deceit.
They blamed a third party, Mr Philip, for failing to issue a bank guarantee or standby letters of credit, and pointed to the absence of a valid lien instrument.
“They alleged that the document submitted by PW1 (Exhibit B) was false, thus rendering the entire deal untenable,” Justice Oshodi summarised.
However, the prosecution, led by Mr. T. J. Banjo, argued that the defendants had never intended to fulfil their promises, presenting evidence that a purported N100m, block fund from GTB, offered by the defendants to PW1, was fabricated.
The prosecution also alleged that payments for naval clearance, storage at MAO Petroleum Company Limited, and other associated costs were a ruse to deceive PW1.
After reviewing the evidence and testimony, Justice Oshodi concluded, “The prosecution has successfully proven all three charges beyond reasonable doubt.
“The totality of the evidence paints a coherent picture of a fraudulent scheme orchestrated by the defendants.”
Ojomo and his company were found guilty on all counts of conspiracy to obtain money by false pretence, obtaining money by false pretence, and stealing.
A five-year-old girl was allegedly r@ped by three minors aged 6, 13, and 16 years old in Uttar Pradesh's Ballia district, India, the police said on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
The police registered a case against the accused under relevant provisions of the Bharantiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Protection of Children from S@xual Offences (POCSO) Act based on a complaint lodged by the girl's mother.
The incident occurred on Wednesday evening, October 16, in the Kotwali police station area.
Superintendent of police Vikrant Veer stated that the three accused have been detained and are being questioned.
According to Veer, the accused r@ped the minor while they were playing on the roof of their house.
"On the complaint of the mother of the five-year-old girl, the police have filed a case against the three children,” he said.
“The crime scene has been inspected with the help of a forensic team and legal action is being taken by identifying the three children."
Bandits have k!lled a Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, councillorship aspirant, Hon. Kamilu Sa'idu Wuya, in Zamfara State.
It was gathered that bandits blocked Gusau-Mayanchi road on Saturday, October 19, 2024, and intercepted a vehicle carrying Hon. Wuya, and his entourage.
The group was returning to Wuya village in Anka Local Government Area of the state, after purchasing a PDP nomination form.
The bandits shot the aspirant in the leg, left him behind and abducted all members of his entourage.
Wuya succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment in a hospital.
Edo police arrest suspected armed robber over death of Lagos Uber driver, recover stolen vehicle and AK-47 rifle
AFOLABI
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a suspect over the death of an Uber driver, Usman Umaru, in Lagos.
The spokesperson of the command, SP Moses Joel Yamu, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, October 20, 2024, said the suspect, John Ochekwu Abraham and his gang member identified as "Ahua" or “Soldier” snatched the deceased's Toyota Camry at gunpoint, resulting in his death.
He said Abraham was arrested by the operatives of Safer Highway and Okpella Division during a stop and search operation.
The PPRO said one AK-47 rifle, a magazine loaded with 18RDs of ammunition and the stolen vehicle were recovered from the suspect.
“The Edo state command is pleased to inform the public of a successful joint operation by the operatives of Safer Highway and Okpella Division which resulted in the recovery of a stolen vehicle and a firearm, as well as the arrest of a suspect,” the statement read.
"During a routine stop and search operation, a silver colored Toyota Camry with registration number BDG 17 JK, was intercepted with two occupants.
"Upon searching the vehicle, one magazine loaded with 18 AK47 ammunition and one AK 47 rifle were found concealed inside the vehicle's engine compartment.
"Unfortunately, the driver later identified as "Ahua" or "Soldier" real name unknown escaped from arrest while the search was going on, leaving one of his gang member, John Ochekwu Abraham in the vehicle.
"Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects snatched the said vehicle at gunpoint in Lagos on October 11, 2024, resulting in the d@ath of the Uber driver, Usman Umaru.
"Investigation is ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspect. Meanwhile, the command commends the swift action of our operatives and appreciate the public's continued support in combating crime.
"The command remains reachable on the following telephone lines: In Distress: 08077773721, 08037646272. Complaints:08150999335."
