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10/08/2024

HEADLINE:
LASTMA Rescues Two Pedestrians Hit by Drunk Driver in Lagos

Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have rescued two pedestrians who were injured after being struck by a drunk driver while crossing the expressway with their luggage.

Mr. Sola Giwa, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, confirmed the incident in a statement on Saturday in Lagos. The statement, signed by Mr. Taofiq Adebayo, Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment at LASTMA, detailed the events surrounding the accident.

Giwa explained that the accident occurred near Mayfair Garden, on the way to the Epe area of Lagos, at around 6:30 a.m. The vehicles involved were a Toyota Camry (YAB 133 JY) and a commercial LT Bus (SMK 84 YB).

The two pedestrians, who were hit on the main Lekki-Epe Expressway, sustained severe fractures to their legs and arms.

“Preliminary investigations revealed that the driver of the Toyota Camry lost control of the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, hitting the pedestrians as they crossed the expressway with their luggage,” Giwa said. He added that the driver, still speeding after the initial collision, subsequently crashed into a commercial LT bus that was dropping passengers at a nearby bus stop.

Following the accident, LASTMA's monitoring team ensured that the injured pedestrians were transported to Akodo General Hospital and promptly arrested the Toyota Camry driver. The driver, along with two other occupants, was handed over to officers from the Elemoro Police Station.

Both vehicles were quickly removed from the expressway by LASTMA personnel to allow for the free flow of traffic towards Epe.

Giwa extended his sympathies to the victims and emphasized the importance of road safety, urging all motorists, including commercial bus drivers, to avoid driving under the influence of alcohol.

10/08/2024

HEADLINE:
20-year Old girl faces jail for stealing bottles of Red Wine in Ondo State

A 20-year-old labourer, Blessing Adekanye, was arraigned on Friday before an Okitipupa Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ondo State for allegedly stealing 39 bottles of red wine, valued at N220,000.

The defendant, whose address was not provided, is facing two charges: burglary and theft.

Police Prosecutor ASP Zedekiah Orogbemi informed the court that on April 22, around 4:30 a.m., the defendant, along with an accomplice who is currently at large, conspired to commit the crime at No. 35 Broad Lane, Igodan Lisa, within the Okitipupa magisterial district. They allegedly broke into the shop of Opeyemi Ayeniteju and stole 39 bottles of red wine.

Orogbemi stated that the defendant's actions were in violation of Sections 411 and 390 (9) of the Criminal Code, Cap. 37, Vol. 1, Laws of Ondo State, 2006.

The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Chief Magistrate Philip Akinlosetu granted the defendant bail in the sum of N400,000 with one surety in the same amount. The surety must reside within the court's jurisdiction and present evidence of two years of tax payment to the state government.

The case was adjourned until Aug. 13 for further hearing.

10/08/2024

HEADLINE:
NDLEA Arrests 157 Suspected Drug Dealers in Ogun State

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Ogun State has announced the arrest of 157 suspected drug dealers in the state.

The Narcotics Commander of the Ogun Command, Mr. Tijjani Rabe, revealed that the arrests, made between January and May 2024, included 127 males and 30 females.

Rabe emphasized the agency's efforts to combat drug trafficking by educating over 3,000 students on the dangers of illicit drug trafficking and consumption. He highlighted that youths are particularly vulnerable to drug traffickers due to inadequate knowledge.

The NDLEA commander stated that the sensitization program, conducted between January and June 2024, targeted students from various primary and secondary schools across the state. The program aimed to raise awareness of the dangers associated with various illicit drugs, including Cannabis sativa, Co***ne, Skuchies, Codeine, and Methamphetamine.

“To achieve a safer, more secure environment, it is essential to continuously educate the youth to prevent illicit drug consumption,” Rabe said.

He also urged families, traditional institutions, schools, health professionals, and policymakers to support the NDLEA by prioritizing prevention and early detection to reduce illicit drug use.

Rabe expressed concern about the high rate of illicit drug consumption in the state, calling it a significant issue for the NDLEA to address.

10/08/2024

HEADLINE:
Botswana Declares Half-Day Holiday to Celebrate First Olympic Gold

Botswana has declared a half-day public holiday to celebrate its first-ever Olympic gold medal, following athlete Letsile Tebogo’s historic victory in the men’s 200m sprint at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

President Mokgweetsi Masisi announced the decision, describing it as a fitting tribute to Tebogo, who he called “Botswana’s Sensation.” The holiday grants Batswana and residents an afternoon off to mark the occasion.

In a statement released on Friday, Permanent Secretary to the President Emmah Peloetletse explained that the decision was made to honor Tebogo, who has become the first African to win a gold medal in the 200m event in Olympic history.

The statement highlighted Tebogo’s performance as "markedly outstanding" and deserving of a national celebration that will be etched in Botswana’s history.

The 21-year-old athlete secured Botswana’s first gold medal at the Paris Olympics by completing the 200m sprint in 19.46 seconds on Thursday.

This achievement adds to Botswana’s Olympic legacy, following its first-ever medal in 2012 when Nigel Amos won silver in the 800m, and the men’s 4×400 relay team earned bronze at the Tokyo 2020 Games.

02/08/2024

Headline:
"Hunger made me do it", says 40-year-old Kaduna Man Arrested For Stealing Yam Tubers

Cletus Gandu, a 40-year-old unemployed man, confessed in a Kafanchan Magistrates' Court on Wednesday that he stole two tubers of yam because he was hungry.

Gandu was charged by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) with criminal trespass and theft. In his court statement, Gandu said, “Hunger pushed me to steal yam on two occasions. I beg for leniency.”

The presiding judge, Michael Bawa, reserved sentencing until August 6 after Gandu pleaded guilty. Bawa ordered Gandu to be remanded in custody.

Earlier, NSCDC Prosecutor Mr. Marcus Audu informed the court that Alice Daniel, the complainant, reported the theft at the NSCDC office in Kafanchan on July 15. Audu alleged that Gandu stole the yams from Daniel’s farm in Zonkwa on two separate occasions. He noted that the offence contravenes Sections 327 and 270 of the Kaduna State Penal Code Law.

02/08/2024

Headline:
52-year-old Ekiti Man Arrested For R*ping 13-year-old girl

An Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrates' Court remanded 52-year-old Emmanuel Manyan in a correctional facility on Tuesday over allegations of defiling a 13-year-old girl.

Manyan, whose address was not provided, is facing charges of defilement. Prosecutor Insp. Olasunkanmi Bamikole informed the court that the incident occurred on July 21 in Osan-Ekiti. According to Bamikole, Manyan allegedly gave the victim money, lured her into a bush, and then sexually assaulted her.

The prosecutor stated that the offence contravenes Section 265 of the Criminal Law of Ekiti State, 2021, and requested that Manyan be remanded in a correctional centre pending legal advice from the Director of Public Prosecution.

The defendant's plea was not taken during the hearing. Chief Magistrate Mr. Saka Afunso ordered Manyan to be remanded in a correctional centre in Ado-Ekiti until legal advice is issued. The case was adjourned until September 2 for further mention.

02/08/2024

Headline:
POS Operator arrested for defrauding Customer in Abuja

Isaac Ihemekwele, a 39-year-old Point of Sale (PoS) operator, appeared before the Karu Senior Magistrates Court in Abuja on Tuesday, facing charges of criminal breach of trust and theft.

Ihemekwele, whose address was not provided, pleaded not guilty to the charges. The prosecution, represented by Helen Ochai, informed the court that Mrs. Deborah Bawa, the complainant, reported the incident at the Karu Police Station on July 3.

According to Ochai, the alleged theft occurred on May 25 when Ihemekwele made unauthorized withdrawals from Bawa’s account. Bawa had visited Ihemekwele’s PoS stand to withdraw N10,000 but later discovered that N39,000 had been withdrawn without her consent.

During the police investigation, Ihemekwele was unable to refute the allegations against him. Ochai noted that the charges violated Sections 312 and 287 of the Penal Code.

Senior Magistrate Imam Shettima granted Ihemekwele bail in the amount of N100,000 with one surety of equal value. The case was adjourned until September 25 for further hearing.

02/08/2024

Headline:
Kaduna Pharmacist Faces Jail time for Seducing Married Women

Pharmacist Sanusi Salisu, commonly known as SMS, was arraigned before Shari'a Court 1 in Tudun Wada, Zaria, Kaduna State, on charges of enticing a married woman and criminal conspiracy. The charges are in violation of Sections 118 and 389 of the Penal Code Law of Kaduna State, 2017.

Salisu is standing trial alongside Khadijatul-Kubra Maman-Husna, who is also named as a defendant in the case. The complaint was brought forward by Alhaji Ibrahim Yakubu, the former husband of Maman-Husna, who initiated the criminal case on May 16.

During the court session on Wednesday, Mrs. Aisha Isma’el, representing the plaintiff, noted that the case was scheduled for hearing. However, the hearing was delayed because Dr. Hassan Bala, counsel for the defendants, informed the court that Salisu was attending a promotion examination with his employers. Bala requested an adjournment based on Sections 151(2)(a) of the Sharia Procedure Code 2002.

Bala also stated that Salisu’s surety was present in court and provided reasons for Salisu's absence. Isma’el did not object to the adjournment but requested a definite hearing date, citing repeated delays caused by the defendants.

Presiding Judge Malam Mustapha Mohammed adjourned the case until August 20 for a definite hearing.

Earlier, Isma’el explained that the plaintiff is employed at Federal University Dutsen Ma, Katsina State, and the second defendant is his wife. The couple resides at Lawal Aliyu Close, Tukur-Tukur Area, Zaria. Salisu operates a pharmaceutical store adjacent to the second defendant’s hairdressing salon at Layin Mora, Tudun Wada Area, Zaria.

According to the plaintiff’s counsel, while the plaintiff was away in Dutsin Ma, Katsina State, Salisu allegedly visited and stayed overnight with the plaintiff’s wife. The plaintiff confronted his wife, who claimed that Salisu was a business partner who had invested N1 million in her business. After unsuccessful interventions from her parents, the plaintiff filed a case against the defendants. Additionally, while the criminal case was pending, the second defendant filed for and obtained a voluntary divorce (Khul’i) from the plaintiff.

01/08/2024

Tragedy: 23-year-old Woman Arrested for Killing and Burning Husband in Abuja

A 23-year-old woman, Rahimat Salaum, has been arrested by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police for allegedly murdering her paralysed husband, Shehu Salaum.

According to reports, Rahimat was apprehended on Monday, July 29, while attempting to flee with her husband's belongings from their residence in the Pegi area of Abuja. Following her arrest, she confessed to killing Shehu during a domestic altercation.

Rahimat led police to an uncompleted building where she had abandoned her husband's burnt body. The FCT police spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, confirmed that the investigation is ongoing. The Commissioner of Police, CP Benneth C. Igweh, has assured the public that justice will be served in this case.

31/07/2024

HEADLINE: Three Domestic Staff Arrested in Connection with Killing of Justice Ofili-Ajumogobia’s Daughter in Lagos

Aribemchukwu, the daughter of Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia, was found dead at her residence in the upscale Parkview Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos.
The incident occurred on Wednesday morning when her body was discovered outside the gate of her home. It is believed that she was killed the previous night.

A family source, who requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the situation, provided disturbing details about the discovery. “It appears that new household staff might be responsible for the crime and attempted to make it look as if she was outside when it happened. There were signs of an attempt to clean up blood inside the house and in the compound. The suspects were newly hired, having been employed less than a month ago, and she was alone with them at the time. We need to exercise extreme caution, especially with new hires,” the source said.

Confirming the murder, Lagos State Police Command spokesperson SP Benjamin Hundeyin announced that three domestic staff members have been arrested in connection with the crime. “We have apprehended three individuals related to the murder of Justice Ajumogobia’s daughter at her residence in Parkview Estate. Among the suspects are a driver and two maids. Our investigation is ongoing, and we will provide further updates as they become available,” SP Hundeyin stated.

Until her death, Aribemchukwu was a practicing medical doctor and had recently been married.

31/07/2024

Heartbreaking Loss: Iconic Nigerian Singer Onyeka Onwenu Dies at 72..

Veteran Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress Onyeka Onwenu has died.
Ms. Onwenu reportedly passed away on Tuesday evening at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after collapsing while performing at the birthday party of Mrs. Stella Okoli.

An eyewitness at the party confirmed the sad news to TheNiche. "It is very sad. Onyeka Onwenu just performed at the birthday of Mrs. Stella Okoli today (Tuesday, July 30, 2024), and after performing, she collapsed. She was taken to Reddington Hospital and she couldn't make it," the unnamed eyewitness told the newspaper.

News Central TV reports that the celebrated music icon fell ill during a private function and collapsed at Reddington Hospital in Lagos. According to sources close to the family, Onwenu was attending a friend's birthday party when she took to the stage to perform. Shortly after returning to her seat, she suddenly collapsed. Emergency responders swiftly arrived and rushed her to the hospital in Victoria Island, where she was later pronounced dead. The cause of death is yet to be confirmed.

Born on January 31, 1952, Onwenu was a multifaceted artist whose career spanned over four decades. She was not only a renowned singer and songwriter but also an actress, journalist, and politician. Onwenu's music, which blended genres such as highlife, reggae, and pop, often addressed social and political issues. Some of her most popular songs include "One Love," "Iyogogo," and "Ekwe."

Dubbed "The Elegant Stallion" by the Nigerian press, Onwenu was at one time the chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture. In 2013, she was appointed the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer of the National Centre for Women Development.

31/07/2024

Heartbreaking Loss: Iconic Nigerian Singer Onyeka Onwenu Dies at 72

Veteran Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress Onyeka Onwenu has died.
Ms. Onwenu reportedly passed away on Tuesday evening at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after collapsing while performing at the birthday party of Mrs. Stella Okoli.

An eyewitness at the party confirmed the sad news to TheNiche. "It is very sad. Onyeka Onwenu just performed at the birthday of Mrs. Stella Okoli today (Tuesday, July 30, 2024), and after performing, she collapsed. She was taken to Reddington Hospital and she couldn't make it," the unnamed eyewitness told the newspaper.

News Central TV reports that the celebrated music icon fell ill during a private function and collapsed at Reddington Hospital in Lagos. According to sources close to the family, Onwenu was attending a friend's birthday party when she took to the stage to perform. Shortly after returning to her seat, she suddenly collapsed. Emergency responders swiftly arrived and rushed her to the hospital in Victoria Island, where she was later pronounced dead. The cause of death is yet to be confirmed.

Born on January 31, 1952, Onwenu was a multifaceted artist whose career spanned over four decades. She was not only a renowned singer and songwriter but also an actress, journalist, and politician. Onwenu's music, which blended genres such as highlife, reggae, and pop, often addressed social and political issues. Some of her most popular songs include "One Love," "Iyogogo," and "Ekwe."

Dubbed "The Elegant Stallion" by the Nigerian press, Onwenu was at one time the chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture. In 2013, she was appointed the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer of the National Centre for Women Development.

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