Crime
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 foil attack on commuters, kill eight terrorists in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 17 Brigade, Sector 2 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, in collaboration with hybrid forces, have foiled a planned terrorist attack on commuters along the Kakumi–Guga Road in Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State, neutralising eight suspected terrorists.
Security sources disclosed that the operation followed credible intelligence indicating that armed terrorists loyal to a notorious kingpin, identified as Idi Abasu Aiki, were planning to attack motorists and other road users along the route.
According to the sources, the terrorists were sighted advancing towards the target area on five motorcycles, prompting troops and the hybrid forces to swiftly mobilise and establish a carefully coordinated ambush along their likely route.
The troops engaged the terrorists in a fierce gun battle, during which eight of the assailants were neutralised.
Following the operation, the troops conducted exploitation of the area and recovered two AK-47 rifles and five motorcycles used by the terrorists.
The sources said troops have continued to dominate the general area through aggressive patrols and surveillance operations to forestall any retaliatory attacks against nearby communities and commuters.
The successful operation is part of ongoing efforts by Operation FANSAN YAMMA to deny terrorists freedom of movement and improve security across Katsina State and the wider North-West region.
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Troops Arrest Suspected Boko Haram Logistics Supplier with Motorcycle Tyres in Yobe
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 233 Tank Battalion, in collaboration with members of the Yobe State Hunters Group, have arrested a suspected Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) logistics supplier in Damaturu Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect, identified as Zarami Ali, 27, a native of Ngirya Village in Tarmuwa Local Government Area, was arrested at about 1:30 p.m. on July 7 during an intelligence-led operation.
According to the sources, the suspect was found in possession of five motorcycle tyres, which preliminary investigation indicated were intended for delivery to Boko Haram fighters operating in Ngirya Village.
The recovered tyres and the suspect have been taken into the custody of the 233 Tank Battalion for further investigation and necessary action.
Military sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing efforts by Operation HADIN KAI to dismantle terrorist logistics networks by intercepting supplies destined for insurgent enclaves across the North-East.
They added that sustained intelligence-driven operations targeting logistics suppliers and collaborators have continued to disrupt the movement of materials essential to the operations of Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists.
Troops Arrest Suspected Boko Haram Logistics Supplier with Motorcycle Tyres in Yobe
Troops Arrest Wanted Suspect, Recover AK-47 Rifle in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a wanted criminal and recovered an AK-47 rifle with ammunition during an intelligence-led operation in Adamawa State.
Sources said that the suspect, Umar Sani, 27, was apprehended by troops of the 232 Battalion (Tactical) in collaboration with local hunters in Gombi Local Government Area.
According to the sources, preliminary interrogation revealed that the suspect had concealed an AK-47 rifle in his hometown of Kwashan, Toungo Local Government Area.
Acting on the information, troops deployed a patrol team to the community, where they recovered the assault rifle along with 28 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and two AK-47 magazines.
The sources said the suspect and the recovered weapon had been taken into military custody for further investigation and possible prosecution.
They noted that the arrest was part of ongoing intelligence-driven operations by Operation HADIN KAI to disrupt criminal and terrorist networks operating within the North-East and adjoining areas.
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