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13 Nigerians killed from 2016 till date without resolution in Northern Cyprus- NIDCOM Decries
13 Nigerians killed from 2016 till date without resolution in Northern Cyprus- NIDCOM Decries
By: Michael Mike
The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) Hon.Abike Dabiri-Erewa has lamented that 13 Nigerians have been killed since in Northern Cyprus from 2016 till date without “any resolution.”
Abike-Erewa, in a press statement by the spokesman of the Commission, Abdur-Rahman Balogun on Thursday, said: “Some of the deaths recorded in Northern Cyprus without any resolution from 2016 till date include:
i. Mr. Ibrahim Khaleel Bello (25) , son of Justice Amina Ahmad Bello of Kaduna State High Court, 2020.
ii. Kennedy Taomwabwa Dede, 28, student of Eastern Mediterranean University and was killed on Feb. 1, 2018,
iii. Walshak Augustine Ngok, a student of Marine Engineering at Near East University, murdered on April 19, 2019.
iv. Gabriel Soriwei, a first year student of Electrical Electronics of Cyprus International University, Nicosia,
v. Osabanjo Adeola Owoyale, 33, went missing and found dead on July 1, 2019.
vi. Augustine Wallies killed on April 19, 2019,
vii. Stanley Eteimo, ( 28)
viii. Hassan Babatunde, (28)
ix. Temitayo Adigun,
x. Kubiat Abasi
xi. Abraham Okon,
xii. Oziegbe Godspower Airekugose
xiii. Olasubomi Ope.”
NIDCOM while appealing to the Turkish Embassy to do all they can to protect Nigerians in Northern Cyprus , particularly, students, said: “We are optimistic that the reaction to our recent statement would elicit a positive and pro active reaction from the Embassy.”
The statement further read that: “While we pray for the repose of the souls of many students who have died in mysterious circumstances in Northern Cyprus, we also pray and hope that only good stories would henceforth emanate from Northern Cyprus.
The statement added that: “The attention of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has been drawn to a letter purportedly written to our Chairman/CEO, Hon. (Dr) Abike Dabiri-Erewa by His Excellency, Hidayet Bayraktar, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye, on the welfare of Nigerians living in Northern Cyprus.
“Firstly, no official letter was received till date in our office except the unsigned one being circulated in the media. However, we thank the Ambassador and glad that our recent media briefing has elicited his response pertaining to the unfortunate incidents in Northern Cyprus.
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“It will be recalled that Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa and a team from NIDCOM had been to the Turkish Embassy twice to discuss issues related to Nigerians welfare in Turkey and Northern Cyprus, but got no response from the Ambassador.
“It is on record that we received petitions on regular basis from Nigerians, especially parents whose children had been victims in one way or the other in Northern Cyprus.”
NIDCOM however said: “Above all, what we have given is advisory in line with our citizens diplomacy. One has option to either key into it or ignore . It should not be misconstrued as exaggeration or an attempt to scare away potential travelers to Northern Cyprus
“Whether it is Nigerians killing Nigerians or drug related crimes, there is some form of danger emanating from Northern Cyprus as alluded to in the Ambassador’s letter thus:
“I do not dispute that some unfortunate criminal incidents took place in the TRNC, as it happens in any part of the world. However, the occurrence of such incidents is certainly not a daily routine and all these cases are taken seriously and investigated thoroughly by the TRNC authorities”
“Moreover, since in many cases, Nigerian citizens are not only victims, but also perpetrators of crimes committed in the TRNC, necessary measure will be taken by the relevant agencies in order to prevent young Nigerians and every other student from falling victims. ”
NIDCOM said: “This is our concern as a responsible Commission whose mandate is to oversee the welfare and well being of Nigerians, and we are glad that the Ambassador has promised to take “ necessary measures”.
The Commission warned that: “In as much as we do advise our citizens to always be law abiding wherever they find themselves and be good ambassadors of the country, Nigeria will not fold its arms and allow her citizens to be molested or killed in any unjustifiable manner while seeking for knowledge in a foreign land.”
13 Nigerians killed from 2016 till date without resolution in Northern Cyprus- NIDCOM Decries
Troops Raid Criminal Hideouts, Arrest 10 Suspects in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1 of Operation Safe Haven have conducted coordinated raid operations on suspected criminal hideouts in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, leading to the arrest of 10 suspects.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 9:00 p.m. on May 19 at Gurum and Mista-Ali communities as part of ongoing efforts to deny criminal elements freedom of action within the area.
The troops reportedly stormed identified hideouts and arrested the suspects during the operation without incident.
A total of 10 suspects were taken into custody and are currently undergoing profiling and preliminary investigation.
Security sources said the raid forms part of sustained clearance operations aimed at curbing criminal activities, including banditry, kidnapping, and other related offences across Plateau State.
They added that security patrols and intelligence-driven operations would continue in vulnerable communities to restore lasting peace.
Troops Raid Criminal Hideouts, Arrest 10 Suspects in Plateau
Troops Disrupt Illegal Mining Activities in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 4, Sub-Sector 41 of Operation Enduring Peace have disrupted suspected illegal mining activities in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the troops responded at about 7:00 p.m. on May 19 following reports of illegal mining operations between NTV and Hirpiya villages.
On arrival at the location, the suspected illegal miners reportedly fled the scene upon sighting the troops.
The troops subsequently secured the area and recovered items believed to have been used for the illegal activities, including one long pipe, one generator, and one pumping machine.
The recovered items have been taken into custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Security sources said the operation formed part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal mining and other criminal activities contributing to insecurity and environmental degradation in Plateau State.
Troops Disrupt Illegal Mining Activities in Plateau
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By: Zagazola Makama
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Security sources said the suspect, identified as Abubakar Ahamadu, 35, was apprehended at about 4:00 p.m. on May 20 during an intelligence-led operation.
He was reportedly linked to the kidnapping of retired Col. Ajanaku (rtd), which occurred on Jan. 4 along Rukuba Road in Bassa LGA.
Sources said the arrest followed sustained efforts by troops to track and dismantle kidnapping networks operating within the area.
The suspect is currently in custody and undergoing further investigation and profiling.
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