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EFCC arrests advert executive over offensive billboard message in Enugu

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EFCC arrests advert executive over offensive billboard message in Enugu

EFCC arrests advert executive over offensive billboard message in Enugu

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have arrested an outdoor advertisement executive over political advertisements that appeared on two billboards in Enugu State capital bearing the name and logo of the commission.

It was gathered the arrest was carried out on Saturday by operatives in the Enugu zonal office of the commission.

The two billboards located at Otigba and Zik Avenue junctions in Enugu, contained offensive messages using the name of the EFCC to threaten the aspiration of some politicians in the state in the build-up to the 2023 general elections.

According to newsmen who visited the scenes on Sunday reported that the billboards had been dismantled by the anti-graft agency.

The message on the billboard read “Warning 2022: Enugu PDP learn from 2007 election. EFCC is coming with Koboko on corrupt candidate.

It was, however, further gathered that the message on the billboards which were mounted in the heart of the state capital and well situated may have angered some front-runner aspirants for the office of the governor in 2023.

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Troops recover suspected rustled cattle in Plateau

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Troops recover suspected rustled cattle in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have recovered suspected rustled cattle during a night patrol in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the recovery was made on April 3 at about 10:05 p.m. following intelligence on the movement of suspected cattle rustlers along Suma Ruga Rakwok village axis.

It was gathered that troops deployed at Kanse laid an ambush along a bush path in the area.

On sighting the troops, the rustlers reportedly abandoned the cattle and fled into the surrounding bush.

The recovered livestock have been secured, while efforts are ongoing to ascertain the exact number and identify the rightful owners.

Sources added that Fulani community leaders would be contacted to facilitate proper identification and handover of the cattle.

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Troops neutralise kidnapper, rescue victim in Enugu

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Troops neutralise kidnapper, rescue victim in Enugu

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation UDO KA have neutralised a suspected kidnapper and rescued a victim during a search-and-rescue operation in Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State.

Security sources said the operation was conducted on April 3 at about 6:05 a.m. following a distress call from the Nigeria Police, Obolo Division, based on a report by the Ezimo Community Neighbourhood Watch.

It was gathered that the troops, drawn from 82 Division Garrison and Sector 1 of Operation UDO KA, made contact with the suspected kidnappers during the operation, leading to a gun battle.

One of the suspects was neutralised, while others fled into the surrounding bush.

During exploitation of the area, the troops successfully rescued the kidnapped victim.

Items recovered at the scene included six mobile phones, a power bank, a torchlight, energy drinks, clothing and food items.

The corpse of the neutralised suspect and the rescued victim were handed over to the police for further action.

Authorities said efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects and ensure the area remains secure.

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Man O’ War personnel reports abduction of female colleague in Bayelsa

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Man O’ War personnel reports abduction of female colleague in Bayelsa

By: Zagazola Makama

A female member of the Man O’ War has been reportedly abducted by unknown persons in Bayelsa State, with efforts underway to trace and rescue her.

Security sources said the case was reported on April 3 at about 7:00 p.m. by Daniel Lucky Deinyefa, a Man O’ War personnel and indigene of Otuan community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area.

It was gathered that the victim, identified as Peremene Bright, contacted her colleague on April 2, stating that she had been abducted by unknown persons since March 26.

The sources disclosed that her mobile phone signal was tracked to a location along the Abua/Ogbia road axis.

Authorities said efforts are ongoing to locate and rescue the victim, as well as identify and apprehend those responsible for the abduction.

Further updates are expected as investigations progress.

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