Metro

Again, Suspected Herdsmen Machete Two To Death, Injure One In Edo

Published

8 months ago

February 27, 2025

Editor

Two farmers identified as Lucky Salami and Julius Arewa have been killed in Eware village Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State by suspected herdsmen.

The two farmers were macheted to death by the suspected herders, while the third victim identified as Omokhagbon Abu popularly known as Udugboya is said to be battling to survive in an undisclosed hospital.

The recent killing which occurred on Thursday, is coming less than three days after Governor Okpebholo called for beefing up security in areas like Okpekpe in Etsako East and Ivbiaro in Owan East where suspected criminal Fulani herdsmen hacked three people to death in a similar manner.

Embattled chairman of Etsako West Local Government Wrea, Hon. Marvelous Zibiri, while confirming the incident said the killings took place in Eware Village, Ward 8 Anwain, stressing that the killers are suspected to be Fulani herdsmen.

A statement by his Press Secretary, Iyamah Nurudeen quoted Zibiri as saying “this dastardly and heinous act has not only claimed the innocent lives of two individuals but has also left other injured victims hospitalized, thereby instilling fear and unrest in the peaceful community of Eware and its environs.”

He described the incident as a barbaric and unacceptable act that undermined the peace and security of Etsako West Local Government Area.

Zibiri emphasized that the local government will not tolerate any form of violence or lawlessness that threatens the lives and livelihoods of its people.

The Chairman, while commiserating with the families of the deceased, called on the Edo State Government and relevant security agencies to swiftly investigate the incident and ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice.

He stressed the need for increased security presence in rural communities to prevent further occurrences of such violence and to protect farmers who are the backbone of the local economy.

Zibiri appealed to the people to remain calm and law-abiding.

He urged community leaders and stakeholders to collaborate with security agencies by providing useful information that could lead to the arrest of the culprits.

Contacted, the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) boss, Friday Ibadin said “call the lead agency, the police.”

The Edo State Command Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Moses Yamu said he was yet to get the details of the incident from the police in the area.

He promised to give details once the information is received.

Metro

Police Impound Vehicle With 387 Blocks Of Cannabis In Bauchi

Published

7 hours ago

October 10, 2025

Editor

The Bauchi state Police Command says it has impounded a vehicle with nothing less than 387 blocks of suspected cannabis sativa after involving in an auto crash in the state.

Sani Omolori-Aliyu, the Commissioner of Police in the state, disclosed this on Friday while handing over the exhibits to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Bauchi state Command.

According to him, the car and one other had a head-on collision in Wom village of Toro Local Government Area of the state on October 4, 2025 at about 11:30am.

“Initial reports from eyewitnesses and preliminary investigations indicate that the first vehicle, a white Toyota Corolla with registration number ABC-459LF, was operated by one Ali Muhammad, a 45-year-old resident of Nabardo Village.

“He was transporting the District Head of Nabardo, Suleiman Suleiman, aged 65, along with his family members as they travelled from Bauchi Metropolis to Nabardo Village.

“The second vehicle, another white Toyota Corolla with registration number GWA-155GW, was driven by an individual yet to be identified, who was travelling from Jos, Plateau State, towards Bauchi.

“It was reported that this driver attempted to overtake other vehicles without exercising adequate caution, resulting in a head-on collision with the first vehicle,” he said.

The Commissioner further explained that the occupants of both vehicles sustained varying degrees of injuries and were transported to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) for medical care.

He said that the District Head suffered a fracture in his left leg and is currently receiving treatment with other victims while some have been discharged.

Omolori-Aliyu also revealed that in the aftermath of the incident, during the search at the scene, the detectives recovered several items in the damaged vehicle which included the 387 blocks of suspected cannabis.

The Commissioner, who explained that the command was in pursuit of the unidentified driver to ensure accountability and prompt legal action, encouraged anyone with information regarding the driver’s identity to come forward and assist in the investigation.

“The police are committed to diligently pursuing leads to identify the principal suspect.

“The Bauchi State Police Command is dedicated to maintaining peace and order in our community and urges the public to remain calm and cooperative throughout this process.

“We invite anyone with information that could aid in this investigation to contact us and we assure citizens that we are resolutely focused on ensuring justice is achieved,” he said.

While receiving the exhibits, Hussaini Umar, Deputy Commandant, NDLEA, appreciated the police for the cooperation and synergy and promised to work hand in hand to ensure that the driver and the owner were found.

Metro

Fake Revenue Agents Apprehended In Aba While Defrauding Residents

Published

11 hours ago

October 10, 2025

Editor

Abia State Harmonized Taskforce has apprehended four individuals impersonating as members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) for acts of extortion, intimidation, and illegal enforcement along the Port Harcourt Road axis of Aba and its environs.

They were nabbed on Thursday at Flyover junction around Ugwunagbo area through an operation authorized by the Aba Area Coordinator of ASHTF, Mr. Uche Wogu.

A statement issued by Miracle Chukwunenye, spokesperson of the Harmonized Task Force said that the agency received multiple complaints from market women, tricycle (Keke) operators, and traders about the unlawful activities of a group led by one Mr. Ahuama.

‎”Upon arrival, the Taskforce, in joint effort with the police, arrested Mr. Ahuama and three accomplices who were caught extorting money from unsuspecting traders and tricycle operators under the false pretense of being NURTW officials.

“Investigations revealed that the suspects had already impounded about twenty (20) tricycles earlier that morning and collected money from the owners before being intercepted,” Chukwunenye said.

‎He added that during the operation, the suspects resisted arrest and attacked Taskforce operatives and police officers, but they were eventually subdued and are now in custody.

Chukwunenye sensitized traders and transporters that Abia State operates a strict No-Cash-at-Hand revenue system, and as such, no government-authorized personnel is permitted to collect cash from citizens.