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PETITIONER’S ALLEGATIONS HOLDS NO WATER SAYS POLICE.
PETITIONER’S ALLEGATIONS HOLDS NO WATER SAYS POLICE.
By: Michael Mike
The Police on Wednesday told the Independent Investigative Panel on human rights violations by the disbanded Special Anti- Robbery Squad (SARS) and other police units in Abuja, that the allegations brought before the panel by Mrs Remigus Clementina,on behalf of her late father,holds no water and therefore urges the panel to dismiss the prayers for payment of compensation.
Presenting it’s oral address the police stated that the claims of 50m compensation as damages by the petitioner is immaterial because the petitioner failed woefully to prove that the police allegedly meted out cruel inhuman degrading treatment to her father which she claimed led to the death of Pius Ajaegbu (her father).
Fidelis Ogwobe,counsel to police, informed the panel that the burden of proof of facts lies on who asserts and that the petitioner has not been able to prove beyond reasonable doubt, that the police tortured her father to death.
Speaking before Dr Garba Tetengi SAN who presided over the panel, Ogwobe argued that the 80 year old, Pius Ajaegbu died in the care of his family. ” This was evident in the petitioner’s testimony who said her father died in a hospital” he added.
Ogwobe further emphasized that it was never established before the panel that the deceased died in the custody of the police and most importantly cause of death is unknown because there is no medical report or autopsy before the panel to show the cause of death.
Continuing, Ogwobe stated that from the foregoing, the petitioner has been unable to prove the allegations in the petition against the police, therefore the 50m compensation should be dismissed.
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Earlier,counsel to panel, Halilu Adamu,who is assisting the petitioner, while presenting the written address is pleading with the panel to grant compensation for general expenses incurred by Mrs Remigus while treating her father in the hospital and burial expenses after his death.
The matter has been adjourned for panel’s report .
In another development, in a matter of alleged unlawful arrest and detention,and unlawful seizure of property belonging to Michael Uzoagba against the police,the panel had ordered the appearance of one Shunku Terhermber of Bwari Police station.
The order was made through the DPO of Bwari Police Station to produce Shunku Terhermber at the next adjourned date to explain what he knows about the allegations labelled against him in the petition brought before the panel by Micheal Uzoagba.
Earlier, counsel to the petitioner, Maria Ohiobor presented certified true copies of discontinuance of hearing of the same subject matter at the Federal High Court before the panel.
The matter has been adjourned to 20th April,2022 for appearance of Shunku Terhermber.
PETITIONER’S ALLEGATIONS HOLDS NO WATER SAYS POLICE.
Troops Clear Terrorist Enclaves, Recover Items in Katsina Operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have cleared suspected terrorist enclaves and recovered items during a coordinated offensive in Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 8:00 a.m. on April 22 by troops of 17 Brigade in collaboration with members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC), with support from the Air Component of the operation.
The troops reportedly cleared identified enclaves at Radawa, Farin Tafki and Kuka Damisa during the operation.
Items recovered include one empty AK-47 magazine, two motorcycles, a horse and a vehicle.
The recovered items are currently in the custody of the troops for further action.
The sources added that the operation is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist hideouts and restore security across Katsina State.
Troops Clear Terrorist Enclaves, Recover Items in Katsina Operation
Troops Respond to Attack in Zamfara, IED Incident Recorded Without Casualties
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have responded to a terrorist attack around Zamfarawa outpost in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, while an improvised explosive device (IED) incident was also recorded along a nearby route.
Security sources said the troops of 1 Brigade, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Danjibga, responded at about 10:10 p.m. on April 21 after receiving reports of gunfire around the outpost.
Following the engagement, a vehicle conveying grains to Danjibga reportedly triggered an IED along the Danjibga–Kunchin Kalgo axis.
The sources said no casualties were recorded from the explosion.
They added that troops have intensified patrols and monitoring along the axis to forestall further incidents and ensure the safety of residents and road users.
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Troops Arrest Three Suspected Collaborators in Niger Offensive Operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have arrested three suspected terrorist collaborators during a joint offensive operation in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 6:17 a.m. on April 22 by troops deployed at Forward Operating Bases (FOB) Audu Fari and Babana.
The troops carried out coordinated operations across multiple locations including Kuble–Lumma–Swahi, Saminaka–Kanu, Sokomba–Kabe–Kerengi–Mirami, and the Babana general area.
According to the sources, the operation was aimed at dominating the area and denying criminal elements freedom of action within the Area of Responsibility.
During the exercise, three suspected collaborators were apprehended and are currently in military custody for further action.
The sources added that troops will sustain offensive operations to dismantle criminal networks and enhance security across the area.
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