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Confusion As Mysterious Death Hits 13 Persons In Imo

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4 years ago

June 6, 2022

Owerri- No fewer than thirteen persons on Monday were rushed to the Specialists hospital Umuguma in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo state after they were found lying helplessly in a room and were taken to hospital where about five were allegedly confirmed dead from the hospital at the time of filing this report.

Vanguard got different versions of the account of eyewitnesses on what may have led to the unfortunate incident which happened in a room in Obokwu/Umuekpu village in Obinze, Owerri West LGA in the State.

However, the health professionals were still making serious efforts to resuscitate those who were still breathing at press time.

Just like a youth leader of the community from the area, Ejike Oparanozie, who confirmed the ugly development to newsmen described it as a mystery.

To this extent, eyewitnesses who spoke to Vanguard were seen struggling to link the cause of the death to food poisoning, generator fumes, anger from the gods, and inhaling of dangerous substances among others.

One of the villagers, who introduced himself as Mr Eddy, who said they were about 13 in the room, linked the incident to ”It is food poisoning but I hear some people are still saying it is generator fumes but the generator is far from the room where the thing happened.”

Another person, who pleaded not to mention his name, urged the “villagers to consult the chief priest of the area for an explanation of the mysterious death that befell the people of the community. I am sure they will get answers to the questions people have been asking.”

However, one of the victims happened to be the Chief Driver of the Imo East Senatorial Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Uche Onyegucha, whose name was identified as Kingsley Oguzie, alongside some of the members of his family who were involved in the unfortunate incident.

The Imo state Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Micheal Abattam, said that investigation would be carried out.

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Ex-convict Arrested In Edo For Armed Robbery, Possession Of Firearm

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1 hour ago

May 5, 2026

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The Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) has arrested a 45-year-old ex-convict, Owen Osas, for alleged unlawful possession of firearms and suspected involvement in a robbery incident.

Osas was reportedly arrested with a cut-to-size single-barrel gun during a covert operation along Fishpond Road in Eyean, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area.

The arrest reportedly comes barely a year after he was released from prison, where he had served time for illegal possession of firearms and other criminal offences.

Osas, who confessed to the latest crime, also admitted to being a member of the Eiye Confraternity.

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Consequently, a victim of an alleged robbery incident, Reginia Izy, identified Osas as the person who robbed her a day before his arrest.
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The victim narrated that the suspect had approached her residence around 8 p.m., pretending to be familiar before carrying out the attack.
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‎The Deputy Commander Operations of ESSC, Richard Balogun, said the arrest was part of intensified efforts to rid Edo State of criminal elements.

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‎Balogun explained that operatives conduct both overt patrols and covert operations to track and apprehend suspects.
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He said, ‎“Our men are always on patrol. Some operate in plain clothes as part of covert strategies, while others are stationed at strategic locations.

“Osas, who is a former convict, was arrested with firearms and he also confessed to be a member of the Eiye Confraternity.”
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Gunmen Kidnap Businessman In Ibadan

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2 days ago

May 4, 2026

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Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a 60-year-old man in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

The victim was kidnapped on Saturday while on his way to his residence.

The incident occurred at Jinarere, Alakia in Ibadan.

Public Relations Officer of the State Police command, Olayinka Ayanlade, when contacted, confirmed the incident.

Ayanlade in a statement made available to DAILY POST on Sunday, explained that efforts are ongoing to rescue the victim.

Ayanlade said, “Preliminary information reveals that the victim, a 60-year-old male and building materials trader, was accosted while returning home along the Jinarere axis of Alakia Road by four masked armed men, who forcefully whisked him away in an unregistered ash-coloured Toyota Corolla vehicle”.

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Tragedy As Suspected Kidnappers Kill Young Entrepreneur In Edo

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2 days ago

May 3, 2026

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A 30-year-old entrepreneur and CEO of Principle Takeout, Justice Abu Oshioke, has been killed by suspected kidnappers in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State.

He was reportedly attacked by the suspected kidnappers on Saturday while on his way to pick up an order made for his child’s dedication on Sunday morning.

Eyewitnesses said the attackers attempted to force him into a nearby bush in a kidnapping attempt. However, he reportedly resisted and tried to escape.

In the course of the struggle, the assailants opened fire, shooting him multiple times.

Concerned residents quickly rushed him to a nearby medical facility, but he was confirmed dead on arrival.

The deceased was said to have recently gotten married and welcomed a baby boy.

The tragic event has turned a joyous occasion into a moment of grief for the family.

The shocking development has left the Ekpoma community in deep sorrow, with many residents expressing outrage over the growing insecurity in the area.

Edo State Police Command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem confirmed the incident and said the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika has ordered a “full-scale investigation and intensified manhunt for those responsible.”

According to her, the Police, in collaboration with the military, local vigilantes, and hunters, are actively pursuing the perpetrators through coordinated operations.