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BREAKING: Police Rescue Two Kidnapped US Mission Staff In Anambra

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Security operatives have rescued two members of staff of the United States Consulate in Nigeria, who were kidnapped during the attack on their convoy at Ogbaru Local Government Area in Anambra States on Tuesday.

The state police spokesman, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a press release to journalists in Awka, on Friday.

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The identities of the rescued victims were yet to be diclosed.

But, Ikenga said they were rescued unhurt by the joint security forces in the early hours of Friday.

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He stated, “In the early hours of Friday, May 19, 2023, the joint security forces rescued unhurt the two remaining victims abducted during the attack on a US convoy attack along Atani/Osamela road in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State.

“Operations are still ongoing and further details shall be communicated, please,” Ikenga added.

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Two Killed During Domestic Violence

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Three suspects have been arrested by the Adamawa State Police Command, in connection with two domestic violence that led to killings in Madagali and Gombi Local government areas.

Police spokesperson, SP Yahaya Nguroje, explained that the first incident, in Pallam District, Madagali, involved two co-wives, Rhoda Anthony, 55, and Victoria Anthony, 36.

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“During the fight, Victoria’s son Ijai Anthony, 16 years, allegedly hit Rhoda with a piece of wood on the head and she fell on the ground. She was rushed to Cottage Hospital, Madagali, but died while receiving treatment. Victoria and her son have been arrested.” Nguroje revealed.

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In the second case, police in Gombi arrested one Idi Buba for allegedly stabbing his father, Buba Jelli, on the neck and the back during a domestic dispute.

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The father was confirmed dead by medical personnel at a nearby health centre.

The spokesperson confirmed the Police were able to recover a Knife, suspected to be the murder weapon from the scene.

Commissioner of Police, CP Dankombo Morris, condemned the killings, particularly the fact that they involved family members, and urged residents to seek peaceful resolutions to conflicts. He assured that investigations are ongoing and the suspects will be charged to court once completed.

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Security Operatives, Youths Arrest Notorious Drug Dealer In Delta Community

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Operatives of the Delta Sweep and youths of Abraka community in Ethiope-East Local Government Area of Delta State have arrested a notorious drug dealer, Benson Izah, with a stash of illicit substances concealed in his motorcycle.

The suspect was arrested at the secretariat of the Abraka Community Youth Wing.

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Izah is suspected of spearheading the drug trade in the university town.

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His arrest triggered immediate investigations, leading security operatives to four warehouses reportedly linked to him.

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Each site yielded significant quantities of assorted hard drugs, validating long-standing suspicions of Izah’s role in a wider drug distribution network.

Authorities have confirmed that Izah and the confiscated substances will be handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and prosecution.

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The arrest has been met with widespread relief and jubilation across the town, according to a local youth leader.

The operation has reignited calls for deeper collaboration between community stakeholders and security agencies in the ongoing war against drug abuse and crime.

Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe is yet to comment on the incident.

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Six Injured In Edo Multiple Car Crash

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No fewer than six persons were reportedly injured and 20 others escaped unhurt in an accident that happened on Tuesday evening in Benin City, Edo State capital.

It was gathered that the accident happened along the Murtala Muhammed way by Ikpoba slope.

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It was also gathered that a truck heading towards Agbor road on speed lost control and rammed into five other vehicles, injuring six persons.

It was further learnt that one of the vehicles plunged into Ikpoba river as a result of the impact of the accident.

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The Edo State Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Cyril Mathew, confirmed the accident.

Mathew attributed the accident to speed and loss of concentration by the truck driver.

The accident happened at Ikpoba slope before the tipper garage, it was serious but no one died in the accident.

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“It involved six vehicles including the truck. 26 persons were involved, 11 male adults and 15 female adults. Six people were injured including four male and two females. No one was killed,” he said.

He said the injured were rushed to the hospital for treatment while the vehicles were taken away by men of the Esigie police station.

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