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37 inmates get fines paid, get released at Kuje, Suleja Prisons

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37 inmates get fines paid, get released at Kuje, Suleja Prisons

By: Michael Mike

No fewer than 37 inmates have regained freedom from both Kuje Medium Custodial Centre and Suleja Centre following payments of their fines.

The fines which ranged from N15,000 and N130,000 which have seen the convicts kept in custody at both prisons were paid by public spirited persons in conjuction with Prisoners Rehabilitation and Welfare Action (PRAWA), a non governmental organisation (NGO).

The Comptroller of Correctional Service for the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Command, Ibrahim Idris who handed over five of the released inmates to officials of PRAWA on Friday at the Kuje Correctional Centre said all the conditions for their freedom had been met. 

The Comptroller told journalists that the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola should be commended for initiating the process leading to the release, he noted that the Minister at the recent National Conference on Prisons Decongestion which was attended by Judges across the country, including the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Olukayode Ariwoola had urged that Nigerians to pay the fines of some prisoners to decongestion prisons across the country.

Idris said a total of 37 inmates had their fines paid for them, noting that some of them were jailed for minor offences, with options of fine but were unable to raise money to pay the fines. 

He said: “We are releasing five from here today (Kuje), four others are having their documents being processed. And they would be released immediately as that is concluded. So far 37 are regaining their freedom from Kuje and Suleja centres. 

“The Chief Judges of the FCT and Niger states have been here, and they are instrumental to the gesture which is aimed at decongestion of our facilities.”

Speaking on behalf of PRAWA,  its Deputy Director,  Ogechi Ogu said the inmates should be assisted in the areas of rehabilitation by public spirited persons to enable them integrate into the community and work for a decent living for themselves. 

She explained that PRAWA is championing decongestion of prisons in Nigeria because of the huge sums of tax payers money the governments commit to their feeding every year, while appealing against stigmatisation of inmates by the society.

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Addressing Security Concerns at UMTH: Clarifying Misunderstandings

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Addressing Security Concerns at UMTH: Clarifying Misunderstandings

By: Lazarus Balami

The University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) has recently faced concerns regarding the allegedly restricted access of patients’ relatives to hospital wards due to security issues.

Earlier reports, including one by Zagazola Makama, have suggested that the gates at the hospital have been closed to limit entry. 

NEWSng, however, reports that this summary of the situation does not fully represent the complexities involved that informed the measures taken. 

The primary reason for these measures relates to rising security incidents within the hospital. It has been reported that thieves, posing as patients’ relatives, have managed to gain unauthorized access to the wards and steal phones and other valuables of patients and their relatives. 

These individuals have exploited the vulnerabilities in the hospital’s entry protocols to commit theft and other illegal activities. 

Such incidents have understandably raised alarm among hospital management and staff, prompting them to take action to ensure the safety of all patients and visitors.

Another source from the hospital confirmed that it was in response to these security breaches that the hospital security team took a proactive measure.

They have implemented stricter security measures, including monitoring the entrances more closely and conducting regular patrols within the hospital premises. 

The situation has improved after security personnel apprehended several suspects involved in these criminal activities. 

These individuals were handed over to the Gwange Police Station for further investigation and legal action.” The source said. 

NEWSng reports that the actions taken by the security team demonstrate the hospital’s commitment to not only providing medical care but also ensuring a safe environment for its patients and their families. 

 It is, therefore, crucial to clarify that access to wards has not been entirely closed off. The hospital continues to prioritize patient care and recognizes the importance of having family members present to support their loved ones. 

Security measures are designed not to alienate relatives but to protect them and the hospital community. Procedures may be more stringent, but they aim to safeguard both patients and visitors from potential harm.

Communication is vital in these situations. The media should seek clarity of information before reaching out to the public.

The hospital administration is also doing the necessary to ensure that information reaches the public effectively, alleviating concerns about restricted access.

Transparent communication can help foster understanding among relatives, patients, and hospital staff, thereby reinforcing trust. 

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Boy killed in Customs chase accident in Ogun

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Boy killed in Customs chase accident in Ogun

By: Zagazola Makama

A seven-year-old boy, Duro Salako, has died in an accident that occurred during a Customs pursuit along the Idiroko–Ipokia Road in Ogun.

Sources said that the accident happened on Sept. 11 at about 2 p.m. when a vehicle being chased by Customs operatives knocked down the boy.

“The victim died on the spot, and the vehicle used by the suspected smuggler was later set ablaze by angry youths,” the sources said.

Sources said that the scene was calmed and assured the aggrieved community members that justice would be done.

The body of the deceased was released to his father for burial, while investigation into the incident is ongoing.

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Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandits’ attack in Katsina, one killed

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Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandits’ attack in Katsina, one killed

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police and community watch groups, have repelled an armed bandits’ attack in Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State.

Sources disclosed that the incident happened at about 9:50 p.m. on Thursday when the bandits stormed Yar Makera Quarters.

The troops, supported by Police operatives and vigilantes, swiftly mobilised to the scene and engaged the attackers in a gun duel, forcing them to retreat.

“During the encounter, one resident, Aliyu Hassan, 70, of Yar Makera Quarters, was fatally shot, while another, Mustapha Ado, 35, sustained serious injuries and is receiving treatment,” the source said.

He added that the troops were combing the surrounding areas to track down the fleeing bandits and restore calm.

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