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NHRC to Investigate Alleged Killing of Four Boys in Edo
NHRC to Investigate Alleged Killing of Four Boys in Edo
By: Michael Mike, Abuja
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has assured that a thorough investigation would be made on the alleged killing of four Fulani boys in Edo state.
The Commission said this is key to ensuring that any culprits are brought to book and to forestall further clashes.
The Executive Secretary of NHRC, Tony Ojukwu made this known in Abuja when members of the Matasan Fulani Association submitted a petition on the killing to him.
The association apart from visiting the NHRC office to petition on the Edo killing, but to register their grievances over the attacks of the members of the group in Anambra state.
The Chief Human Rights Officer in Nigeria, promised the group that the Commission will reach out to the Office of the Inspector General of Police and the Commissioners of Police of the affected states to ascertain what really happened and the action they might have taken in the circumstances.
He said that the Commission will engage the affected communities via town hall meetings to hear their own side of the story with a view to arriving at an amicable settlement of the issues around Fulani herdsmen and their host communities.
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According to the Executive Secretary, every Nigerian irrespective of their ethnic, origin or religion are entitled to live freely and carry out their businesses without harassment or intimidation of any nature and even when there is reason to complain, it has to follow the due process of the law.
He said the alleged murder of the boys is most unfortunate and highly reprehensible as no one has the right to take another person’s life no matter how highly placed in the society, noting that It is only a court of competent jurisdiction that can sentence an offender to death.
Ojukwu saw that everyone is protected by the law irrespective of his religion or ethnic background and that it is unlawful for any one to take the law into their own hands, either for self-help or for any other reason whatsoever.
Earlier, the Chairman of Matasan Fulani Association of Nigeria, Alhaji Shuaibu Haruna Sogiji, who led other members of his group said they were in the Commission, to file a petition against some communities in the southern part of Nigeria particularly in Edo and Anambra states where some Fulani herders have recently been attacked and their cows killed and stolen.
Sogiji lamented to the Executive Secretary the alleged killing and setting ablaze of the four Fulani boys in a community in Edo state, while they went to purchase some foodstuffs.
He told the Executive Secretary that the dastardly act was carried out despite protests by some other Fulani persons who identified the unfortunate victims as law abiding citizens.
He narrated that while the plea to let the boys go fell on deaf ears, their assailants, namely vigilante group, became deadlier and chased those begging them to their residences and burnt down their houses.
Besides, the Chairman informed the Executive Secretary that even though his association wrote a petition to the DPO of the police station in the community where the incident took place in Edo state and “nothing was done so far” to address the issue.
NHRC to Investigate Alleged Killing of Four Boys in Edo
FG Declares Public Holiday on June 12 to Mark Democracy Day
By: Michael Mike
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 12th June, 2025 as Public Holiday to commemorate this year’s democracy day celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, congratulated Nigerians on this occasion of 26 years of an uninterrupted civil rule.
He said: “June 12 represents our historic journey to building a nation where truth and justice reign and peace is sustained and our future assured.
“The last 26 years tells the story of our resilience, strength and courage and a hope Renewed than ever.”
The Minister while noting that Democracy is sustained with open doors for further improvement, reiterated the commitment of the Renewed Hope government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) to the universal value of democracy that is based on freely-expressed will of the people in determining Nigeria’s political, economic, social and cultural systems.
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Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A renewed chieftaincy tussle in Muye village, Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, has sparked violent confrontations between rival supporters, prompting swift intervention by security operatives.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the crisis began around 6:20 p.m. on Thursday when the deposed village head, Alhaji Mohammed Abdulkadir Maigari II, forcefully returned to Muye and broke into the palace.
The incident provoked tension among residents, especially after supporters of the current Dakachi confronted the deposed monarch. The situation was immediately brought under control by a team of security personnel from Lapai.
However, Zagazola learnt that the situation escalated on Friday morning when supporters of both camps clashed again, leading to a free-for-all fight that disrupted public peace in the community.
Security sources were swiftly deployed to Muye to restore normalcy.
“The combined security teams have brought the situation under control. Monitoring and surveillance operations are ongoing to prevent further breakdown of law and order,” the source said.
No casualties or arrests have been officially confirmed as of the time of filing this report.
Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
Eid-el-Kabir: IPCR Calls on Nigerians to Peace, Harmony
By: Michael Mike
Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called on Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress.
The advice was given by the Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, in his message on Eid-el-Kabir.
The Institute, while extending warm greetings to Nigerians, wished them a joyous and peaceful celebration, marked by love, compassion, and unity.
The Institute while noting that Sallah is a significant occasion in the Islamic calendar, symbolizing the values of sacrifice, gratitude, and community, emphasized that the spirit of Sallah should guide Nigerians in their interactions with one another, fostering a culture of peace, tolerance, and understanding.
The IPCR urged Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress, while
encouraging individuals to embrace the values of Sallah, including forgiveness, empathy, and kindness, in their daily lives.
According to IPCR, peace is critical to promoting national stability and cohesion.
The Institute also urged Nigerians to use this period of Sallah celebration to address conflicts and promote dialogue, which could help to build trust and understanding among Nigerians and also contribute to a more peaceful society.
It recognized that the country’s many ethnic and religious groups can work together to build a more harmonious society, celebrating their differences and promoting a culture of tolerance.
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