National News
COMPLAINANT CHARGED ME FOR ARMED ROBBERY, KIDNAPPING – DSP SOKOTO TELLS IIP SARS.
COMPLAINANT CHARGED ME FOR ARMED ROBBERY, KIDNAPPING – DSP SOKOTO TELLS IIP SARS.
By: Michael Mike, Abuja
DSP Aminu Sokoto a Police witness before the Independent Investigative panel on Human Rights Violations by the defunct SARS and other Units of the Nigerian police Force on Thursday told the panel how a complainant, Samson Abouderin has labeled him an armed robber before the National Human Rights Commission on two occasions.
Sokoto, a criminal investigator with the IGP Monitoring unit testified before the panel how it all started sometime in 2019 when a petition was written to the Inspector General of police by one Pastor Maxwell Okaura and it was minuted to him for investigation.
According to Aminu the complainant has labeled him so many names including arm robbery and that necessitated the NHRC accompany Samson to the Force headquarters to lay complaint and the complaint response team of the police investigated the matter and he was allegedly exonerated of the charge against him.
Narrating further he told the panel how Samson during investigation told him he is a staff of presidential Initiative on North East which is under the office of the vice president.
According to the police witness, in the course of his investigation, DSP Aminu wrote a letter to the office of the Vice President seeking for clarification on the complainant.
Following this, a letter was written from the office signed by the vice chairman of the presidential committee that Samson was not a staff of the office.
Also Read: REVIEW OF NIGERIA FIRE SAFETY POLICY WILL ADVANCE ECONOMIC…
Aminu said investigations were concluded and the following was established against him: impersonation perjury and the report of the investigation was sent to the police legal department for advice.
CSP Ijeoma according to Sokoto advised that the complainant be charged to court.
Furthermore, the criminal investigator said the complainant also told the panel that in his petition that he and Barr. Ijeoma pointed a gun at him, he told the panel that he has never met or worked with Ijeoma and that they only met at the court during the process of hearing the Complainant’s case.
On the other hand, counsel to the complainant Austin Okpe told the panel that his client was charged for impersonation, conspiracy and perjury which he is seeking to clear and his pleading with the panel to investigate into the allegations and establish the truth.
Also testifying as witness Maxwell Okaura told the panel that the complainant came to him for an advanced quick cash loan which he gave him and he later came for more but he couldn’t pay and an agreement was reached for his car to be sold.
Samson abouderin is before the panel in the case of alleged abuse of police powers, harassment ,incessant arbitrary arrest and disobedience of court orders by personnel of IGP.
COMPLAINANT CHARGED ME FOR ARMED ROBBERY, KIDNAPPING – DSP SOKOTO TELLS IIP SARS.
FG Declares Public Holiday on June 12 to Mark Democracy Day
By: Michael Mike
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 12th June, 2025 as Public Holiday to commemorate this year’s democracy day celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, congratulated Nigerians on this occasion of 26 years of an uninterrupted civil rule.
He said: “June 12 represents our historic journey to building a nation where truth and justice reign and peace is sustained and our future assured.
“The last 26 years tells the story of our resilience, strength and courage and a hope Renewed than ever.”
The Minister while noting that Democracy is sustained with open doors for further improvement, reiterated the commitment of the Renewed Hope government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) to the universal value of democracy that is based on freely-expressed will of the people in determining Nigeria’s political, economic, social and cultural systems.
FG Declares Public Holiday on June 12 to Mark Democracy Day
Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A renewed chieftaincy tussle in Muye village, Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, has sparked violent confrontations between rival supporters, prompting swift intervention by security operatives.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the crisis began around 6:20 p.m. on Thursday when the deposed village head, Alhaji Mohammed Abdulkadir Maigari II, forcefully returned to Muye and broke into the palace.
The incident provoked tension among residents, especially after supporters of the current Dakachi confronted the deposed monarch. The situation was immediately brought under control by a team of security personnel from Lapai.
However, Zagazola learnt that the situation escalated on Friday morning when supporters of both camps clashed again, leading to a free-for-all fight that disrupted public peace in the community.
Security sources were swiftly deployed to Muye to restore normalcy.
“The combined security teams have brought the situation under control. Monitoring and surveillance operations are ongoing to prevent further breakdown of law and order,” the source said.
No casualties or arrests have been officially confirmed as of the time of filing this report.
Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
Eid-el-Kabir: IPCR Calls on Nigerians to Peace, Harmony
By: Michael Mike
Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called on Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress.
The advice was given by the Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, in his message on Eid-el-Kabir.
The Institute, while extending warm greetings to Nigerians, wished them a joyous and peaceful celebration, marked by love, compassion, and unity.
The Institute while noting that Sallah is a significant occasion in the Islamic calendar, symbolizing the values of sacrifice, gratitude, and community, emphasized that the spirit of Sallah should guide Nigerians in their interactions with one another, fostering a culture of peace, tolerance, and understanding.
The IPCR urged Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress, while
encouraging individuals to embrace the values of Sallah, including forgiveness, empathy, and kindness, in their daily lives.
According to IPCR, peace is critical to promoting national stability and cohesion.
The Institute also urged Nigerians to use this period of Sallah celebration to address conflicts and promote dialogue, which could help to build trust and understanding among Nigerians and also contribute to a more peaceful society.
It recognized that the country’s many ethnic and religious groups can work together to build a more harmonious society, celebrating their differences and promoting a culture of tolerance.
End
FG Declares Public Holiday on June 12 to Mark Democracy Day
Illicit drug consignment packaged as green tea intercepted at Lagos airport
One year after Allawa’s fall, displaced residents cry for help as humanitarian crisis deepens in Niger
Roger Federer’s Shock as DNA Results Reveal Myla and Charlene Are Not His Biological Children
THE PLIGHT OF FARIDA
POLICE CHARGE ROOMS, A MINTING PRESS
-
News1 year agoRoger Federer’s Shock as DNA Results Reveal Myla and Charlene Are Not His Biological Children
-
Opinions3 years ago
THE PLIGHT OF FARIDA
-
Opinions3 years ago
POLICE CHARGE ROOMS, A MINTING PRESS
-
News1 year agoEYN: Rev. Billi, Distortion of History, and The Living Tamarind Tree
-
Columns1 year agoArmy University Biu: There is certain interest, but certainly not from Borno.
-
ACADEMICS1 year agoA History of Biu” (2015) and The Lingering Bura-Pabir Question (1)
-
Opinions1 year agoTinubu,Shettima: The epidemic of economic, insecurity in Nigeria
-
Politics10 months agoKashim Shettima: Of Sentiments, Their Opinions, and the 21 billion Naira VP’s Official Resident
