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Court Remands Woman For Stabbing House Help To Death

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A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Kano, on Wednesday, ordered the remand of a 24-year-old housewife, Hafsat Surajo, in a correctional centre for allegedly stabbing her house help, Nafiu Hafizu, to death.

The defendant, who lives at Unguwa Uku Quarters Kano, is standing trial on a two-count charge of attempt to commit suicide and culpable homicide.

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Chief Magistrate Hadiza Abdulrahman ordered the remand of the defendant in a correctional centre.

She adjourned the matter till February 1, 2024 for further mention.

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Earlier, the prosecution counsel, Lamido Sorondinki, informed the court that on December 20, 2023, the defendant used a sharp knife and attempted to commit suicide and in the process, cut herself on her left hand.

“In the process the defendant used the said sharp knife and stabbed Nafiu on his chest and other parts of his body which led to his death,” Sorondinki.

The defendant pleaded guilty to the first charge and pleaded not guilty to the second charge.

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The offence contravened the provisions of Sections 281 and 221 of the Penal Code.

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Meanwhile, Hafsat’s husband, Dayyabu Abdullahi, was arraigned before the Chief Magistrates’ Court for concealment of fact on the alleged murder of Nafiu.

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He was charged on three-count charge bordering on criminal conspiracy, concealment of fact and false information.

The prosecution counsel, Sorondinki alleged that on December 20, 2023, the defendants conspired with one Haruna Adamu now at large and concealed the cause of Nafiu’s death.

The defendants misled and gave false information to the deceased family by saying he died as a result of pile surgery,” he said.

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The defendant denied committing the offence.

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According to the prosecutor, the offence contravened the provisions of Sections 97, 277 and 178 of the Penal Code.

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The defence counsel, Rabiu Sidi and Rabiu Abdullahi, urged the court to grant the defendant bail pursuant to Section 36(5) of the 1999 Nigeria Constitution as amended and Sections 168 and 172 of ACJL 2019 Kano State.

The judge ordered that the defendants be remanded in a correctional centre and adjourned the matter till January 8, 2024 for mention.

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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has disclosed the arrest of one Mr. Eze Ezenwa Benard, who was recently apprehended for circulating fake DSS recruitment past questions and answers on Facebook.

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The agency, while warning the public in a statement on Saturday, said the suspect operated through a page known as “Jobs and Education”, where he advertised the fraudulent materials and charged unsuspecting members of the public one thousand naira (N1,000) for access.

The public is hereby cautioned to disregard any materials, as the DSS does not sell or distribute recruitment questions, answers, or examination guides through private individuals or social media pages. Recruitment into the Service, when necessary, follows specialised procedure in accordance with extant laws and due process,” the statement reads.

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Continuing, DSS said Ezenwa’s arrest underscores the Service’s determination to safeguard Nigerians from the fraudulent schemes of unpatriotic elements. “Citizens are therefore encouraged to remain vigilant, verify information from official sources and report suspicious recruitment adverts or individuals attempting to extort money under false pretense.”

The agency assured that it will continue to protect the integrity of its recruitment process while ensuring that perpetrators of fraud face the full weight of the law.

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‘Na Only People You Gave Work Love You,’ Singer Speed Darlington Tells Tinubu

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Singer Speed Darlington has told President Bola Tinubu that public admiration cannot be bought, warning that only those who received appointments or jobs from the government truly support him.

In a video posted on Saturday, August 23, the singer said, “Everything isn’t about the economy! There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you.”

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Darlington, an Igbo man, urged Tinubu to focus on police reform and respect for human rights. “The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.

“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate. Please, before you leave office, please speak to your Yoruba brother IGP man,” he added.

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Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu

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Popular controversial singer Speed Darlington has called on President Bola Tinubu to reform the Nigerian Police Force, urging the government to prioritise citizens’ rights alongside economic growth.

In a video posted on Saturday, the entertainer criticised what he described as the police’s systemic human rights violations and oppressive practices.

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Mr President, before you leave office, whether you secure a second term or not, try your best to improve Nigeria. Everything isn’t about the economy!

“There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you,” he said.

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The singer, who identifies as Igbo, urged Tinubu to engage with the Inspector-General of Police and implement reforms.

As an Igbo man, the advice I can give you so people will know your name and remember you for something good is to reform the police. Reform the police.

“The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.

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“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate,” he added.

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Darlington also recounted his personal ordeal with law enforcement, highlighting the system’s abuse of power.

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I was held for two months after the judge had ordered my release. FID held me for two months. According to my lawyer, the Nigerian law gives only 28 days for investigation.

“They held me for two months. What is the extra month for? Because they can. If you give them money, they oppress your enemy. I have experienced it,” he said.

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