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Delta State Police Crack Team Unit Accused Of Unlawful Arrests In Land Disputes
Delta State Police Crack Team Unit Accused Of Unlawful Arrests In Land Disputes
Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State – Concerns have been raised over the involvement of the Delta State Police Crack Team in land disputes, with allegations of indiscriminate arrests of innocent individuals in civil matters. A recent incident involving the wrongful detention of day labourers working on a Presbyterian Church development site in Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom has sparked public outcry and renewed criticism of police interference in land issues.
Despite the new Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Ogwashi-Uku having ruled that the dispute was a civil matter, the Local Government Chairman reportedly contacted the Delta State Commissioner of Police to intervene, leading to the transfer of the arrested innocent day labourers to Asaba. These individuals have now been detained beyond the legally permitted period, raising concerns over the violation of their fundamental human rights.
Legal experts and community leaders argue that the police have no authority to interfere in civil land disputes, which should be adjudicated by the courts. The wrongful arrests have been attributed to political interference, as local politicians allegedly pressure law enforcement to advance personal land interests. The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd.), has repeatedly warned police officers nationwide against involvement in land disputes, emphasizing that such matters fall under the jurisdiction of the judiciary.
The controversy in Ogwashi-Uku has also drawn attention to Pastor Jude Chukwunweike and his sister, Ada Anioma, who are alleged to be leveraging police power to assert land claims in the community. Allegations suggest that they are using law enforcement as a tool to obtain land titles.
Outraged by these developments, members of the Presbyterian Church and concerned citizens have vowed to petition the Officer in Charge (OC) of the Crack Squad, SP Mohammed Ibrahim Balarade, to the Police Service Commission. The petition will highlight repeated cases of police intimidation, wrongful detentions, and the apparent misuse of power in land disputes.
Further exacerbating tensions, the Delta State Police recently became involved in another land dispute in Asaba, where an eighty year old woman died from tear gas fired by trigger happy police over a dispute regarding a wheelbarrow. Instead of addressing the situation amicably and without undue force, police headquarters dispatched several tactical teams to the disputed land, where tear gas was fired at innocent community members. This excessive use of force resulted in the tragic death of an eighty-year-old woman, further fueling public anger and condemnation of police brutality.
Community members and advocacy groups are demanding an urgent review of the role of the Delta State Police and the commissioner of police in land matters and calling for accountability for officers who violate constitutional rights. The repeated interference of law enforcement in civil disputes has not only led to wrongful arrests but has now escalated into tragic consequences.
As the detained labourers remain in police custody without due process, there is mounting pressure on the Delta State Police Command to release them immediately and take corrective action against officers involved in these unlawful actions. The outcome of the petition to the Police Service Commission will be closely watched as residents continue to push for justice and an end to police interference in civil land disputes. Community residents are also concerned about the use of pllice for civil matters when the community is facing serious criminal activities. According to an spokesman if the town union, police should be focused on serious crimes rather than detaining laborers because of a land dispute.
Delta State Police Crack Team Unit Accused Of Unlawful Arrests In Land Disputes
NGX boss restates commitment to gender equality
The Group Chairman Nigerian Exchange Group, Dr. Umaru Kwairanga has restated the NGX’s commitment to gender equality and diversity at all levels of the organisation.
Kwairanga stated this in Lagos on Tuesday while delivering his welcome address on the occasion of the closing ceremony in honour of the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, who visited the floor of the Nigerian Exchange.
He stated that the Nigerian Exchange Group as an organisation remained committed to inclusiveness that drive growth and development at all levels of the NGX’s dealings.
He stated that through such inclusive representation, the NGX has achieved near parity at the board levels of the organisation and was working to improve the representation of female employees down the line.
“As an institution committed to sustainable growth and practices, we recognise the important qualities and values that women bring to the workplace and know that they perform just as well, if not better than men.
“It is a tradition in finance and investment that can be traced to the origins of the banking, finance and investment professions when most of the trade guilds that evolved into those professions were largely composed of men.
“The tradition has persisted for hundreds of years but despite that nomenclature, let me assure you that the investment and securities sector is very welcoming to and open to city gentlemen who are female.
“Women are very well represented at all levels of our industry and I can confide in you that the next President of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers is going to be a woman,” he said.
Kwairanga stated that the NGX would partner with the Ministry to accelerate progress for women’s rights and improve the lot of female gender across the country.
He commended Sulaiman-Ibrahim for her several bold and innovative initiatives that would have positive impact on women and the country as a whole.
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Benue troops neutralize one terrorist, arrest four suspects in Gwer West LGA
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1 Operation Wirld Stroke deployed at FOB Bilawa-Jor conducted a fighting patrol within Mbapa and Mbabuande general areas on March 23, 2026.
During the operation, troops made contact with terrorists, neutralizing one suspect while others fled.
Following a pursuit, four additional suspects were apprehended and are currently in the custody of security forces for further investigation and prosecution.
In a similar development the troops
recovered a vehicle carrying two cows abandoned by suspected cattle rustlers in Uhemba.
The incident occurred at about 0348hrs on March 24, 2026, when the troops responded to intelligence reports of rustling activities in the area.
Upon the arrival of troops, the suspects fled, leaving behind the vehicle and livestock.
The recovered vehicle and cows are now in the custody of the troops for further investigation and legal action.
Military continue to urge the public to provide timely information on criminal activities to support ongoing security efforts.
Benue troops neutralize one terrorist, arrest four suspects in Gwer West LGA
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By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 12 Brigade have neutralized a suspected terrorist during a fighting patrol at Odoape–Adankolo Forest in Kabba/Bunu LGA.
The encounter occurred at about 1400hrs on March 23, 2026, when the patrol team made contact with the fleeing suspect.
Preliminary investigation identified the neutralized individual as a notorious terrorist involved in providing intelligence and targets for kidnappings, as well as participating in cattle rustling and supplying logs to terrorist groups.
The military has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining aggressive patrols and intelligence-led operations to curb criminal activities and protect residents in the area.
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