Vigilante office attacked, vehicles set ablaze by suspected IPOB/ESN militants in Aguata, Anambra

By Zagazola Makama

Armed hoodlums suspected to be members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its militia arm, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), attacked a vigilante office in Amesi, Aguata LGA, Anambra State, in the early hours of April 25, 2025.

The attack, which occurred at about 0220hrs, targeted the office of the sector commander of the Agunechenba Vigilantes.

According to the commander, the hoodlums set fire to four patrol vehicles and two motorcycles belonging to the vigilantes before fleeing the scene.

Upon receiving the report, a Joint Task Force (JTF) mobilized to the area, but by the time they arrived, the assailants had already escaped.

A comprehensive search of the surrounding bushes is underway, with police-led JTF units working to apprehend the suspects.

Vigilante office attacked, vehicles set ablaze by suspected IPOB/ESN militants in Aguata, Anambra

FCT Police investigate assault case involving Seyi Tinubu’s sister

By: Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Police Force(NPF) FCT Police Command is investigating an alleged assault involving Oscar Ilochi, a male resident of Apo Legislative Quarters, accused of molesting Ebunoluwa, the sister of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, at the Evolve 360 Gym Complex in Apo, Abuja.

A Police Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect approached the victim while she was exercising alone in the gym’s basement, touching her inappropriately, attempting to force himself on her, and causing further distress.

The sources said that the gym’s CCTV footage has been requested as part of the investigation.

The sources said that the suspect has been banned from the gym due to two prior similar incidents.

The victim, who is reportedly traumatized, has sought medical attention.

The police sources said that investigation is ongoing, and further developments will be communicated as they unfold.

FCT Police investigate assault case involving Seyi Tinubu’s sister

Troops Foil Fresh Violence as Armed Youths Attack Fulani Settlement in Plateau

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) on Saturday averted what could have been another violent episode in Plateau State after suspected armed Berom youths attacked a Fulani settlement in Tanjol Village, Riyom Local Government Area.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack, which occurred at about 1:00 p.m., targeted cattle belonging to Fulani herders. Three cows were shot one killed and two severely injured in an apparent act of provocation in the tense community.

In response, Fulani youths from Mahanga mobilised for a reprisal but were intercepted by troops before further violence could erupt.

During the confrontation, two Fulani youths sustained gunshot injuries, but no deaths were recorded. Troops from Sector 6 OPSH, backed by reinforcements from Sector 4 and Forward Operating Base (FOB) Gashish, swiftly intervened and dispersed the militias, who fled into nearby bushes.

Security forces, alongside police personnel, have since dominated the area with patrols to forestall escalation. Military sources also confirmed that clearance operations are ongoing in Mahanga, where the Fulani youths had mobilised.

The incident is the latest in a worrying pattern of targeted attacks in Plateau State, following recent unrest in parts of the state. Observers warn that such reprisals are taking on a more systematic and dangerous dimension.

There is growing concern that political leaders in the country, particularly from the Plateau State Government, have failed to adequately respond to the ongoing violence. Instead, their rhetoric is being blamed for inflaming tensions rather than promoting peace.

Zagazola Makama is calling for urgent action to de-escalate the crisis, including impartial enforcement of security measures and justice for all affected communities.

The security situation in Plateau remains fragile, with fears of renewed clashes if proactive steps are not taken to address the underlying issues of ethnic mistrust, and political incitement.

Troops Foil Fresh Violence as Armed Youths Attack Fulani Settlement in Plateau