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REPS Member Ajirioghebe wants his constituents to pray for their leaders
REPS Member Ajirioghebe wants his constituents to pray for their leaders
By: Bodunrin Kayode
Member representing Isoko North federal constituency in Delta State Engr Jonathan Ukodhiko, has called on Isoko people to pray for their leaders.
He made the call recently during an interview with newsmen in his home town Erawha-Owhe in lsoko North council Area of Delta State, while, distributing Christmas gifts to Party executives, Leaders, and support groups in his constituency as part of activities marking the yulitide season.
Ukodhiko emphasized the importance of prayers for those in authority adding that it is the key to unlocking doors of opportunities and surmounting impossible situations as well as guiding leaders to the right path.
The member enjoined legislators representing the people to always have the fear of God in them by ensuring that they do the needful which is to protect the interest of the people they are representing.
The reps member also, noted that it was for the above reason he contested for the position and called on all political leaders and the people to embrace love and unity as it is the foundation of growth and development.
Also speaking during the occasion, the PDP chairman Isoko North council Area and the former chairman of Delta State land Allocation committee Elder Godwin Ogoruba commended the gesture by the Honourable member, stating that it is the responsibility of political leaders to reach out to the people they are representing.
Ogoruba who confirmed that this gesture is inbuilt also said the good gesture by the Pastor turned politician is not a favour but the right thing to be done by every leader.
Ogoruba called on the Federal Government to ensure an effective measure for better distribution of palliative to Nigerian citizens instead of unilateral cash transfer as the money does not get to those who are in need of it.
Items distributed by the reps member included 600 bags of rice, 100 bags of salt, some cartons of Indomie noodles and sets of wheel chairs.
Earlier, 200 bags of rice were distributed to both Isoko North/South party members before the gathering of the general public.
Responding on behalf of the Beneficiaries, the leader of market women of Otor-Igho, Uyoyo Akpojene, expressed gratitude to Ukodhiko for extending his hand of fellowship to them and prayed God to continue to guide him as he pilots the affairs of the constituency.
REPS Member Ajirioghebe wants his constituents to pray for their leaders
Armed bandits kill man, abduct nine in macitta village, niger state
By: Zagazola Makama
Nine people were abducted and one man killed when armed bandits attacked Macitta village in Mariga Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State late Wednesday night, sources confirmed.
Sources said that around 11:30 p.m., a large group of armed bandits entered the community via Kotonkoro District, shooting sporadically. One of the residents, Aliyu Dan Tsohon Soja, 35, was shot dead during the attack. The identities of the nine abducted victims are yet to be confirmed.
Security forces , local vigilantes, and hunters were mobilized to the area, and the body of the deceased was evacuated to the General Hospital, Bangi, for autopsy. Efforts are ongoing to track down the attackers and ensure the safe rescue of the kidnapped individuals.
Authorities have urged residents to remain alert and report any information that may assist in the rescue operations and apprehension of the bandits.
Armed bandits kill man, abduct nine in macitta village, niger state
Three children die in bush fire while grazing cattle in Mokwa, Niger state
By: Zagazola Makama
Three children lost their lives after being engulfed by fire while grazing cattle in Tungan-Noma village, Mokwa Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State on Wednesday, sources confirmed.
According to sources, the children Huzairu (12), Aliru (11), and Kabiru Surajo (12) went out for cattle grazing around 12:30 p.m. and entered a deep gully in the bush.
They reportedly set dried grasses on fire in an attempt to trap small bush animals. Unfortunately, the flames spread rapidly, trapping the children and preventing their escape.
The lifeless bodies were recovered and evacuated to the General Hospital, Mokwa, for autopsy. Authorities visited the scene to assess the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The incident draw attention to the dangers children face in rural areas, particularly when engaging in outdoor activities without supervision.
Parents have been urged to exercise caution and ensure children’s safety during such activities.
Three children die in bush fire while grazing cattle in Mokwa, Niger state
Police foil kidnap attempt on Benin-Lagos expressway, rescue 14 victims
By: Zagazola Makama
Fourteen passengers, including four juveniles, were rescued after an attempted kidnap by armed gunmen along the Benin–Lagos Expressway at Isiuwa, Edo State, police sources confirmed on Wednesday.
The incident occurred around 5:00 p.m., when about 20 gunmen, divided into three groups, emerged from the bush and opened sporadic fire on moving vehicles.
The assailants attempted to attack policemen stationed at a checkpoint but were repelled by responding officers, who coordinated with the Operation Rescue Team, CP Intelligence Squad (Buffalo Team), and Nigerian soldiers.
Two Toyota Sienna vehicles were targeted. One, with registration number RSH 210 CH, was carrying seven passengers from Imo State to Ondo State, while the second, AME 211 YL, carried six passengers.
Police stormed the bush where the gunmen had taken the victims, successfully rescuing ten adults and four juveniles. The rescued included Frederick God Bless, Prosper Admijom, Oluyemi Bolu, Amoo Muyiwa, Ifoma Uchije, Daniel Chibuzo, Solomon Audu, Samuel Chibuke, Kemi Olayiwola, Ugochukwu Irozuruike, and juveniles Chidera Ochije, Augustine Ochije, Chukwuka Ochije, and Obiakor Chisom.
During the chaos, one Abba Adam, a conductor of a Howo truck with registration DED 638 XB, jumped out of his vehicle and was struck by an oncoming truck, dying on the spot. His body was recovered and deposited at Emiloju Medical Center, Okada Junction.
Three passengers are still missing, and search efforts are ongoing. Some of the rescued victims have since continued their journey safely.
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