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IPCR Calls For Violent Free Election in Imo, Bayelsa, Kogi
IPCR Calls For Violent Free Election in Imo, Bayelsa, Kogi
By: Michael Mike
Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called for violent free elections in Imo, Bayelsa and Kogi states.
holding on Saturday, November 11, 2023.
The Director General of the Institute, Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, in a statement asked that all stakeholders should ensure that the governorship election on Saturday in the three states are without violence and bloodletting.
He noted that the off cycle elections present peculiar challenges because of violence in some of the states, adding that during the campaigns, pockets of violence were noticed and that the attitude by some political stakeholders to unleash violence should be stopped, because it has the capacity to distort the credibility of an election.
He stated that the key actors in this election have the responsibility of ensuring that the election is violent free. They also have the responsibility of ensuring that people come out to vote to avoid voters aparthy.
He also advised that the key actors in the elections should ensure that the credibility of the elections is not questioned. They should play by the rules.
He said the Army, Police and other security agencies have promised to ensure that the elections are violent free, but the stakeholders in the election should on their part ensure that their supporters maintain peace during and after election.
He recalled that at least 18 political parties taking part in Saturday’s governorship poll in Imo state have signed a peace accord to eschew violence before, during and after the exercise.
Ochogwu said signing of peace accords alone cannot guarantee peace, insisting that the actors involved in the elections should ensure that the peace accord signed is followed with action.
He said: “The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution calls for violent free, rule based elections, so that the credibility of the elections is not questioned.
“The key actors should play by the rules. Election is not a do or die affair. You have to be alive to be in politics. Politics is not done in isolation. The key actors should have it at the back of their mind that nothing can be achieved with violence.”
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IPCR Calls For Violent Free Election in Imo, Bayelsa, Kogi
Troops Foil Bandit Attack in Dabai Town, Kebbi
By: Zagazola Makama
A swift response by the Nigerian troops in Kebbi has foiled a bandit attack on Dabai Town, forcing the assailants to flee after a gun battle with security operatives.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred around 2 a.m. when suspected bandits attempted to invade the town.
“Security forces were immediately dispatched to intercept the assailants and engaged them in a fierce exchange of gunfire,” the source said. “Overwhelmed by superior firepower, the bandits abandoned their mission and escaped.”
While no casualties were reported, security operatives have intensified patrols in the area to prevent further attacks.
Troops Foil Bandit Attack in Dabai Town, Kebbi
Unidentified Woman Dies After Jumping Off Third Mainland Bridge
By: Zagazola Makama
An unidentified woman has died after allegedly jumping off the Third Mainland Bridge into the University of Lagos (UNILAG) waterfront, an intelligence source has confirmed.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident happened around 3 p.m. on Thursday.
“We received information that a woman suddenly stopped on the bridge and jumped into the water. No identification documents were found on her,” the source said.
According to the source, the Marine Police Division in Akoka was alerted about an hour later, prompting a swift response from a team of marine police officers.
“She was pulled out of the water and rushed to the UNILAG shore, where medical personnel examined her. Unfortunately, she was confirmed dead,” the source added.
The woman’s remains have since been deposited at the Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH) morgue in Yaba for preservation and autopsy.
Meanwhile, another Police sources said that the Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation to establish her identity and uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The investigation is ongoing, and we urge anyone with information about the deceased to come forward,” said Police sources.
Unidentified Woman Dies After Jumping Off Third Mainland Bridge
Kidnapped Catholic Priest Rescued in Edo
By: Zagazola Makama
The Edo State Police Command has rescued Rev. Father Philip Mario Ekweli, who was kidnapped on March 13 in Aghenebode, Etsako East Local Government Area.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the he priest, who serves at St. Peter’s Apostle Catholic Church, Iviukhua Community, was rescued on Thursday at about 4:52 p.m. in Amughe Community.
Security agencies have intensified search and bush-combing operations to track down the kidnappers and ensure the safety of other residents.
Kidnapped Catholic Priest Rescued in Edo
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