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[BREAKING] Naira, Fuel Shortage: Protests Rock Benin, 4 Feared Shot

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3 years ago

February 15, 2023

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Situation Under Control – Police

Transportation into the centre of Benin City, the capital of Edo state, commonly known as the Ring Road, was restricted on Wednesday as protesters blocked major routes leading to the centre.

The protests forced commuters to trek long distances to their various destinations.

Though details of the protest were sketchy at the time of this writing, but a trader at Oba Market at the popular Ring Road, told INFO DAILY that four people were shot in the process.

However, she could not confirm whether the victim was shot and died, nor can she give the victim’s name.

But a civil society member, who did not want to be named, said in a conversation with INFO DAILY that only one person had been shot.

When asked who shot the victim, he replied that the police shot the victim.

“There are protests everywhere particularly at the Ring Ring, The information at my disposal, one person was shot and not four. he was shot near Zenith Bank. I don’t know if the boy is dead, but he was shot. The police shot him,” he added.

Contacted, SP Chidi Nwabuzor, a police spokesperson for the Edo Command, confirmed the protests, but said it was too early for him to say if there were any casualties after the demonstrations. rice field.

SP Nwabuzor said who he would not to get carried away by information on the internet but will wait for men on the field said, “Yes, I know there are protests that are thug-infested. Our men and other security agents are ready to ensure the protection of citizens’ lives and property. Our men are handling the whole incident professionally and will put a stop to it.

“As for the question of whether individuals were shot, it is too early to comment on this until we receive accurate information from our men on the ground. There many information trending on the internet but it would not be appropriate for me to work on it. Therefore, we will not make any claims about the reported deaths until our people gather the right information,” he added.

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Court Jails Football Coach For Sodomising Minor Player

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16 hours ago

October 16, 2025

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A Kano State High Court has sentenced a football coach, Hayatu Muhammad, to eight years in prison for sodomising one of his underage players.

The presiding judge, Justice Musa Dahuru Muhammad, delivered the judgment on Wednesday, sentencing Hayatu without the option of a fine.

According to the prosecution, the coach, who lives in Sanka area of Kano metropolis, committed the offence twice in different locations. He initially pleaded not guilty to the charges.

To prove the case beyond reasonable doubt, the state counsel, Barrister Ibrahim Arif Garba, presented five witnesses who testified against the defendant.

In his defense, Hayatu took the witness stand alone.

The prosecution stated that his action violated Section 284 of the Penal Code Law, which criminalises sodomy.

After reviewing all the evidence and witness statements, Justice Dahuru ruled that the prosecution had successfully proved the case.

He sentenced Hayatu to four years in prison on each of the two counts, to run concurrently — meaning he will serve a total of eight years starting from the day of the judgment.

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Lagos Fire Service Rescues Woman From 60-foot Well In Ikorodu

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17 hours ago

October 16, 2025

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The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has saved a 32-year-old woman who accidentally fell into an uncovered well approximately 60 feet deep at No. 14 Mustapha Bolatiwa Street, off Agric Bus Stop, in the Ikorodu area of the state.

The incident, which drew a large crowd of onlookers, was described by residents as “nothing short of a miracle.”

Eyewitnesses said the woman, whose identity had not been immediately confirmed, reportedly wandered from a nearby compound and was seated on the edge of the well before losing balance and falling in.

Following a distress call, operatives of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service arrived swiftly and launched a well-coordinated rescue operation.

Confirming the incident, the Director of the agency, Mrs Margaret Adeseye, said the woman was pulled out alive after a tense and delicate rescue effort.

“She was immediately stabilised and transported to a nearby hospital for further medical care,” Adeseye said.

She cautioned residents to ensure all open wells and similar structures are securely covered to prevent avoidable accidents.

Adeseye also praised the professionalism and prompt response of her team, reaffirming the agency’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property across Lagos State.

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DSS Arrests Two Dismissed Officers Over Impersonation, Fraud

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17 hours ago

October 16, 2025

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The Department of State Services, DSS, has arrested two dismissed officers, Barry Donald and Victor Onyedikachi Godwin, accused of impersonating the Service to defraud unsuspecting Nigerians.

The DSS, in a statement issued on Wednesday, confirmed that both individuals, earlier declared wanted in separate public warnings, have been arrested and will be prosecuted in accordance with the law.

“The Department of State Services recently issued disclaimers on two dismissed personnel of the Service, Barry Donald and Victor Onyedikachi Godwin. These individuals were alleged to be cloaking under the Service to engage in fraudulent activities.

“The public is hereby notified that these culprits have been apprehended and will face prosecution in accordance with the law,” the Service said.

This comes after a series of alerts by the DSS warning Nigerians against dealing with the former officers dismissed for misconduct but still parading themselves as active operatives.

Recall that the secret police had raised the alarm over the activities of Victor Onyedikachi Godwin, accusing him of using the DSS name to defraud unsuspecting members of the public.

In the same vein, on October 8, a separate statement was issued concerning Barry Donald, another dismissed officer alleged to be impersonating the agency for fraudulent purposes.

The DSS said it remains committed to protecting Nigerians from impostors and maintaining public trust in the Service. It also revealed plans to publish the names of other previously dismissed personnel to prevent citizens from falling victim to similar schemes.

The DSS urged members of the public to verify all official engagements through its verified communication channels and to report any suspicious activities involving persons claiming to represent the Service.