Crime
More revelation over killing of a female student for alleged blasphemy in Sokoto
More revelation over killing of a female student for alleged blasphemy in Sokoto
….As students revealed why Deborah Samuel was killed
By: Our Reporter
The atmosphere in Sokoto state, northwest Nigeria is charged mass protest by Muslim fanatics over the arrest of two students who led the attack and killing of a female student at the College of Education, a high institution in the state for alledgedly insulting the Prophet of Islam.
NEWSng learnt that a doctored audio has been in circulation since the incident earlier this week contrary to what actually informed the provocation by Deborah Samuel to utter what the students tag as ‘blasphemy’.
According to report, the students dragged Deborah Samuel from the security office in the school where she was invited for questioning regarding the alleged claims by the attackers and forcefully beaten before she was being stoned to death and her remains burnt.
When Nigerians condemned the incident, Police in Sokoto state said they have arrested two of the students who led the attack, but that did not go well with some fanatics who went on to protest against the arrest by the police.
“Some Muslims in Sokoto State have today (Saturday) to embark on a“mass” protest against the arrest of two people suspected to be involved in the killing of a female student of Shehu Shagari College of Education, identified as Deborah Samuel/
“She was alleged to have said some words of blasphemy against the Prophet of Islam.” Umar Ibrahim told NEWSng “It was earlier reported how Deborah was violently stoned to death and later set ablaze by an angry mob, who are mostly students of the college. “
The Sokoto police spokesman, Sanusi Abubakar, said the mob overpowered campus security before killing the female student and setting her remains on fire.
The following day, some muslims dropped leaflets asking other muslims to mobilise and come out for a protest.
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The leaflets written in Hausa language reads: “We’re inviting Muslims in Sokoto to come and help us rescue our brothers that were arrested because they were defending Islam and uplifting Prophet Muhammad.”
However, some of the students in the College told Newsmen in Sokoto that there is more to the story than the alleged blasphemy.
According to them, although the incident started when one of the attackers made some provocative statement against the Christians in the class on a WhatsApp group chat meant for exchange of knowledge, others took it lightly but Deborah could not avoid a situation which resulted in furthering her utterances.
“We also understand that one of the attackers was actually making passes on Deborah Samuel and she turned him down severally.” A student who Identify himself as Sani Musa alleged
Another student, did not identify himself said “The student was said to have threatened her, he also called her “Arniya’ (meaning idol worshiper) and also talk about a call for jihad. This was actually what made Deborah say “HolyGhost fire’ nothing will happen to us. And she added with that concluding statement that led the students to begin to shout, “Allahu Akbar” and kill her.”
According to him there is some truth in the WhatsApp group chat and comments by the student which could be of use to the authorities.
“It was sad, she was not that violent of a lady for those who know her, but things can happen and it is unfortunate that this happened to her.” He added
More revelation over killing of a female student for alleged blasphemy in Sokoto
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Terrorism: DSS Secures Another Death Sentence, As Katsina Court Convicts Female Courier Arrested With Large Arms Cache
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Terrorism: DSS Secures Another Death Sentence, As Katsina Court Convicts Female Courier Arrested With Large Arms Cache
By: Michael Mike
A Federal High Court in Katsina State has sentenced a female arms courier to death by hanging after the Department of State Services (DSS) successfully prosecuted her for conspiracy to commit, aid and abet terrorism. This is the second death sentence secured by the DSS in the month of June.
The convict, Hauwa’u Mukhtar, was arrested by the DSS on September 16, 2023, at Jibia Motor Park, Katsina State, while attempting to transport 438 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition to one Ado, a notorious bandit kingpin operating in Dunburum Forest, Zamfara State.
On 3rd June, a Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced four men arrested by the DSS to death by hanging for their roles in the June 5, 2022, terror attack on St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, which claimed over 40 lives.
Security sources revealed that, in Katsina, the DSS filed a two-count charge against Hauwa’u Mukhtar
before High Court No. 3, Katsina, presided over by Justice A. B. Bawale.
After evaluating the totality of evidence, witness testimonies, tendered exhibits, and final addresses of both prosecution and defence counsel, the court held that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, finding Mukhtar guilty on both counts.
The judge subsequently sentenced the convict to death by hanging in accordance with the provisions of the Penal Code Law of Katsina State, 2021.
“The successful prosecution is a significant milestone for the DSS, demonstrating its capacity to not only intercept criminal actors but to follow through with decisive legal action that results in landmark convictions.’, stated the source.
It could be recalled that, about a month ago, a Federal High Court in Abuja convicted and sentenced one Halima Haliru Umar to 20 years imprisonment for unlawful possession of 302 rounds of AK-47 live ammunition and attempting to provide support for acts of terrorism marking the second conviction of a female arms courier secured by the DSS this year.
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Troops Repel Terrorists in Yobe, Recover Communication Equipment and Bicycles
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops and local vigilante members have repelled an attack by suspected terrorists in Kanama, Geidam Local Government Area of Yobe State, following intelligence reports on insurgent movements in the area.
Security sources said the operation was conducted in the early hours of June 15 after troops of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kanama, supported by vigilante personnel, acted on credible intelligence indicating the presence of suspected ISWAP/JAS terrorists within the community.
The joint patrol team reportedly made contact with the insurgents at about 3:15 a.m., leading to an exchange of gunfire.
According to the sources, the terrorists were forced to retreat towards the Sambisa axis after coming under pressure from the security forces.
Items recovered from the scene included nine bicycles, one Baofeng radio set, a mobile phone, three pairs of slippers and three locally made water bottles believed to have been abandoned by the fleeing insurgents.
One member of the vigilante group sustained a gunshot wound during the encounter and was evacuated to a medical facility for treatment.
The recovered items have been taken into custody for further exploitation and investigation.
Military authorities said troops remain on heightened alert and are continuing operations aimed at denying terrorist groups freedom of movement across the North-East region.
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By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested two suspected drug peddlers during a stop-and-search operation at Sabon Gari checkpoint in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the suspects, identified as Mr. Jerry Joshua, 45, and Mr. Williams Nwaso, 54, were intercepted at about 6:00 a.m. on June 15 at the checkpoint.
The troops, who were conducting routine security checks, reportedly discovered a large quantity of substances suspected to be cannabis sativa in their possession.
The suspects and the recovered exhibits have been taken into custody for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security authorities said the arrest is part of ongoing efforts by Operation Enduring Peace to curb drug trafficking and other criminal activities within Plateau State.
Investigations are ongoing.
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