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NGO describes Osinachi’s death as wake-up call to end domestic violence
NGO describes Osinachi’s death as wake-up call to end domestic violence
Women of Inestimable Values (WIVs), an NGO has described the death of a popular Nigerian gospel singer, Mrs Osinachi Nwachukwu as a wake-up call in the fight against domestic violence.
Mrs Blessing Okojie-Eze, the President of the organisation was reacting to the death of Osinachi, the popular gospel artiste in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Lagos.
Okojie-Eze, therefore, called on lawmakers to ensure stiffer punishment against perpetrators of domestic violence in Nigeria, describing the act as a misdemeanour, adding that “most times victims do not get justice until it leads to death”.
“Domestic violence is gradually becoming a norm in our society and we must all intensify efforts to end this menace, the case of Osinachi is just one case among many.
“Our religious beliefs and culture have made women to be enduring and living with domestic violence, so some now see it as a norm or approach it with a defeatist mentality.
“When there is war, people run away from their houses, leave everything including certificates, property and even forget vision, dream to take refuge to avoid `had I known.
“The truth is that in recent times, domestic violence has become more than war as issues among couples lead to life-threatening situations, so the best thing is to stay away or be separated.
“I know it’s not easy to take that step, especially when children are involved but how can you see death and still be holding on to a marriage certificate or church beliefs?’’
Okojie-Eze noted that it required collective efforts for individuals to start reporting perpetrators of domestic violence to civil societies, religious leaders and law enforcement agencies.
“Everyone should intensify efforts in the fight against domestic violence; it is important for victims to speak out and for family members to stand by siblings going through abuse and show them, love.
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“When you observe your neighbour is hitting his or her partner, please report. Don’t say it’s not my business and women covering partners hitting them is not love but foolishness.”
She also advised parents on the need to teach their male children to show respect to women, adding that such upbringing would go a long way in reducing such inhuman treatments in the society.
While tasking religious leaders to lay more emphasis on the teaching about domestic violence, Okojie-Eze urged families to start accepting their daughters back home from failed marriages.
NAN reports that 42 years Osinachi Nwachukwu, a lead singer in Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Abuja, who rose to fame in 2017 for her collaborative hit track ‘Ekwueme’, died on April 8, in Abuja.
Women of Inestimable Values Foundation is a Human Right group that fights for the rights of the abused in the society, including religious violence, gender inequality, rape, domestic violence and child abuse among others.
It also provides free legal services for victims of gender-based violence and shelter for victims of domestic violence, empowers youths and women through free skills empowerment programmes to enable them contribute to the growth and development of the society.
Army troops neutralise 11 terrorists, recover weapons in Sabon Birni ambush in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 8 Division Nigerian Army, conducting Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised 11 terrorists during a precision ambush in Kurawa Village, Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
Sources reliably informed Zagazola Makama that the operation was executed at about 0645 hours, on Sunday following credible human intelligence on the movement of a terrorist group attempting to cross towards Tara village in the same council area.
The coordinated strike was carried out by the 8 Division Garrison Strike Team leading to the successful interception of the terrorists along their crossing route.
According to the sources, the troops recovered eight AK-47 rifles after the encounter, while a follow-up exploitation operation to further clear the area is currently underway.
The ambush, described as “swift, surgical and professionally executed”, is one of the latest gains recorded under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, the ongoing theatre-wide offensive aimed at dismantling terrorist and bandit networks across Sokoto, Zamfara and neighbouring corridors.
Military authorities said more details would be provided after the ongoing exploitation and assessment of the battlefield.
Zagazola reports that 8 Division has in recent months intensified both kinetic and intelligence-driven operations, leading to the degradation of several criminal enclaves and improved security across the region.
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Edo: Seven suspected bandits arrested along Benin-Agbor Road
By: Zagazola Makama
Seven suspected bandits were arrested along the Benin–Agbor Road in Edo State during stop-and-search operations, security sources confirmed.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects, all Fulani youths, were intercepted after being offloaded from a truck at about 1800 hours on 2 December 2025. A search revealed pictures of assault rifles, including AK-47s, on their mobile phones.
Upon interrogation, the suspects claimed to have travelled from Adamawa State. Investigations are ongoing for the possible recovery of actual firearms and to determine their involvement in criminal activities.
Security agencies have urged members of the public to report any suspicious movements to help prevent criminal acts in the area.
Edo: Seven suspected bandits arrested along Benin-Agbor Road
Army troops rescued Kidnapped Reverend in Miango, arms recovered
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian army Troops have successfully rescued a kidnapped clergyman, Reverend Ephraim Yakubu, in Miango axis of Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the victim was abducted in front of his residence at Agingi Village along the Rukuba Road on 3 December 2025.
Troops on a clearance patrol around the high grounds in the Miango axis engaged the kidnappers on 4 December at about 0740 hours, forcing them to flee.
Reverend Yakubu was found tied under a rock in the area and sustained injuries during captivity.
Security personnel also recovered one fabricated rifle with a magazine containing eight rounds of 9mm ammunition from the scene.
The victim was immediately evacuated to the 3 Military Specialist Hospital (3 DMSH) for medical attention.
Efforts are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing kidnappers.
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