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ECONOMY-FINANCE

To Crush Oil Thieves, You Must Step On Toes, Niger Delta Stakeholders Tell Tinubu

According to VanguardNews, Niger Delta stakeholders addressed words to President Bola Tinubu, last week in Abuja ordering service chiefs, security chiefs, and intelligence agencies to "crush" oil thieves. The stakeholders urge him to calm down, study and see the real issues before giving orders.

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To Crush Oil Thieves, You Must Step On Toes, Niger Delta Stakeholders Tell Tinubu

SOCIETY

"I Obeyed When Officers Said They Will Shoot Us If We Move But Later Landed In Station" - Suspect

One of the male suspects paraded in Ogun state state today named Austin Omos has narrated how he ended up behind bars. The suspect said, "I am a 32 year-old driver based in Lagos state. On that day, I was at pen cinema in agege when I received a call from one of my colleagues who asked me to drive some people to Lekki.

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SOCIETY

Unilag:Elderly woman, who witnessed the incident that lead to Agboola's death narrates what happened

According to a news that was published by the Premium Times Newspaper online this morning, it was reported that fresh facts have emerged about how a 200-level student of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Adekunle Agboola, who was killed by suspected armed robbers last Saturday.

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Unilag:Elderly woman, who witnessed the incident that lead to Agboola's death narrates what happened

SOCIETY

Lagos Police PRO gives details of how four men inside stolen tricycle fled after sighting policemen

The Public Relations Officer of the Lagos State Police Command, Benjamin Hundeyin, on Friday, gave details of how four men inside a brand new tricycle suspected to have been stolen fled upon sighting policemen. Hundeyin disclosed this on his Twitter handle, saying some passersby noticed the awkward movement of the tricycle occupied by the four men and alerted the police.

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Lagos Police PRO gives details of how four men inside stolen tricycle fled after sighting policemen

SOCIETY

Police PRO Shares Photos Of Keke Napep Abandoned By Some Suspects In Lagos State

The Public Relations officer of the Lagos State Police Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin has recently taken to his social media page to share photos of a new Keke Napep that was recovered by security operatives after the occupants abandoned it and fled when they saw security agents. Explaining how the recovery of the Keke Napep happened, Benjamin Hundeyin said that the Lagos Police received a call from some Vigilantes at Ijora Badia area that they observed some suspicious activities from some occupants of a Keke Napep.

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Police PRO Shares Photos Of Keke Napep Abandoned By Some Suspects In Lagos State

SOCIETY

Police arrest eight electric cable theft, vandalization in Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command have reportedly arrested and taken eight people into custody, on suspicion of vandalizing power cables and has reclaimed more than one hundred meters of armored cable from some of the suspects. According to PUNCH, ọn Friday, June 9, 2023, the command issued a statement that included this information and posted it on their Twitter account.

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Police arrest eight electric cable theft, vandalization in Lagos

SOCIETY

Man Steals 21 Cows in Gombe State

The Gombe State Police Command has apprehended a 30-year-old man, Sale Kabo, from Bandila village in the Gulani Local Government Area of Yobe State, for stealing cows worth an estimated N7 million. The arrest was made following a report by 75-year-old Jauro Ahmadu, the owner of the stolen cows.

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Man Steals 21 Cows in Gombe State

SOCIETY

"I Obeyed When Officers Said They Will Shoot Us If We Move But Later Landed In Station" - Suspect

This incident also sheds light on the prevalence of car theft in Nigeria. It is important for drivers to be vigilant and cautious when accepting jobs, as they may unknowingly be participating in criminal activities. The police must also continue to crack down on car theft and other forms of criminal activity to ensure the safety and security of citizens.

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SOCIETY

Reactions as Lagos State Police PRO reveals how a 'brand new tricycle' was abandoned by 4 suspects.

Lagos State Police Command Public Relations Officer PRO, Benjamin Hundeyin has left Lagosians and social media users buzzing after revealing how a brand new tricycle was abandoned by four suspects in Lagos State. Revealing how the brand new tricycle was abandoned by four suspects, Lagos State Police Command Public Relations Officer PRO, Benjamin Hundeyin tweeted: "Vigilant passerby noticed the awkwardness of four men in a brand new tricycle and quickly contacted the police.

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Reactions as Lagos State Police PRO reveals how a 'brand new tricycle' was abandoned by 4 suspects.

SOCIETY

Stolen Phone: UNILAG Student, Aiyeolowo speaks about death of colleague, Adekunle

Miss Aiyeolowo, a 300 level student of the Department of Business Administration, University of Lagos has revealed certain things as regards the death of Late Adekunle Agboola, a fellow student of the institution who was killed after trying to offer an assistance after her phone was stolen by armed robbers.

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Stolen Phone: UNILAG Student, Aiyeolowo speaks about death of colleague, Adekunle

SOCIETY

Police arraign 106 individuals for breaking and entering shops and other offences in Kano demolition

The Kano state police force has indicted 106 persons for looting and other criminal activities which took place in various locations across the Kano metropolis. The majority of the suspects were detained for their participation in looting at the sites of recently demolished buildings by the Kano state government.

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Police arraign 106 individuals for breaking and entering shops and other offences in Kano demolition

POLITICS

Today's Headlines: Gov. Makinde flags off N9.6bn road project, Man steals N7m cattle in Gombe

Gov. Makinde flags off N9.6bn road project Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde on Friday flagged off the N9.6 billion Akobo – Olounda/Abaa 8.3 kilometres road project in Ibadan. The dualisation of the road project in Lagelu Local Government area, was contracted to Samchase Nigeria Ltd.

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Today's Headlines: Gov. Makinde flags off N9.6bn road project, Man steals N7m cattle in Gombe

JUSTICE

Man Faces Charges for Stealing Planks and Roofing Sheets Worth ₦450,000 in Ondo State

A 45-year-old man, Segun Tawonisere, has been brought before the Okitipupa Chief Magistrates' Court in Ondo State on allegations of stealing planks and roofing sheets valued at N450,000. The defendant, whose address and occupation were not disclosed, is facing charges related to felony and stealing.

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Man Faces Charges for Stealing Planks and Roofing Sheets Worth ₦450,000 in Ondo State

POLITICS

Vehicles Seized From Matawalle’s House Amid Showdown With New Govt

Some vehicles have been seized from the residence of the immediate past governor of Zamfara State, Bello Matawalle, in Gusau, the state capital. Sources who plead anonymity told Daily Trust that Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) were impounded during a raid on Matawalle’s GRA residence in Gusau, on Friday.

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Vehicles Seized From Matawalle’s House Amid Showdown With New Govt

SOCIETY

Today's Headlines: Gov. Makinde Flags Off N9.6Bn Road Project, Man Steals N7M Cattle In Gombe

Gov. Makinde flags off N9.6bn road project Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde on Friday flagged off the N9.6 billion Akobo – Olounda/Abaa 8.3 kilometres road project in Ibadan. The dualisation of the road project in Lagelu Local Government area, was contracted to Samchase Nigeria Ltd.

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Today's Headlines: Gov. Makinde Flags Off N9.6Bn Road Project, Man Steals N7M Cattle In Gombe

POLITICS

Oil Theft: NSCDC Boss Warns Against Disobeying Presidential Decree

According to Punch, The Commander of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has read the Insurrection Act to commanders in Niger Delta states to fully comply with the presidential decree to rid the country's oil sector of economic saboteurs, vandals and other criminals.

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Oil Theft: NSCDC Boss Warns Against Disobeying Presidential Decree

SOCIETY

Suspected Cattle Rustler Arrested in Gombe State, Stolen Cows Valued at N7 Million Recovered

The Gombe State Police Command has apprehended a 30-year-old resident of Bandila village, Sale Kabo, for his alleged involvement in cattle rustling. The arrest came after a report was filed by Jauro Ahmadu, a 75-year-old resident of Shuwari village in Bajoga, Funakaye Local Government Area (LGA) of Gombe State.

  20 hours ago ago
Suspected Cattle Rustler Arrested in Gombe State, Stolen Cows Valued at N7 Million Recovered

POLITICS

Today's Headlines:Tinubu can’t afford power-drunk politician–group;Court remands 3 for armed robbery

Tinubu can’t afford power-drunk politician–group Photo Credit: Punch Newspaper A pro-democracy group, the Better Nigeria Movement, has urged the lawmakers in the House of Representatives to choose competent leaders for the 10th National Assembly. In a statement issued in Abuja on Friday and signed by the convener, Saliu Bako, the group also stressed the need for the lawmakers in the All Progressives Congress to elect a “loyal and competent” party man because the President cannot afford to have a power-drunk politician as Speaker of the House.

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Today's Headlines:Tinubu can’t afford power-drunk politician–group;Court remands 3 for armed robbery

POLITICS

Today's Headlines: Tinubu meets traditional rulers in Aso Rock Villa; Man steals N7m cattle in Gombe

Tinubu meets traditional rulers in Aso Rock Villa Photo Credit: Punch Newspapers President Bola Tinubu is currently meeting traditional rulers and their representatives from across the country at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. Friday’s meeting is part of a series of engagements the President is having with key stakeholders across the executive, legislative, business and traditional institutions since he assumed office on May 29.

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Today's Headlines: Tinubu meets traditional rulers in Aso Rock Villa; Man steals N7m cattle in Gombe

SOCIETY

Police Arrest 57 More Suspects for Looting in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has arrested 57 more suspects in connection with the looting of properties during the demolition of illegal buildings and structures in the state. The arrests bring the total number of suspects in custody to 106. All suspects have been charged with criminal trespass, mischief, and larceny.

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Police Arrest 57 More Suspects for Looting in Kano