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Flood: Lawmaker Donates N50 Million To 1000 Victims In Bauchi

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4 years ago

September 21, 2022

The member representing Zaki Federal Constituency of Bauchi State in the House of Representatives, Honourable Mohammed Jatau has donated 50 million naira to 1,000 flood victims in his constituency as part of his relief assistance.

Speaking during the disbursement ceremony at Sakwa District of Zaki local government area of the state, Jatau said apart from his personal donation of the money, he was seeking for additional assistance from the National Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Ministry of Environment to the people affected by flood.

The federal lawmaker said the donation of the money was to complement the efforts of Gov. Bala Mohammed in addressing the plight of the victims through the provision of relief materials so as to cushion the effects of the natural disaster in their economic activities.

“This 50 million naira relief assistance is to support the victims of flood in each ward in my constituency in order to alleviate their sufferings.

“You know my Local Government is among the areas affected by flood which destroyed many houses and farmlands and this kind gesture is to come to the aid of the affected communities in my constituency.

“This is a period where our people are in need of our support and I will continue to do more for my people in appreciation of their support to me.

“I must appreciate His Excellency, Governor Bala Mohammed for showing concern to us by coming to this local government by himself to assess the level of damage caused by the flood for his Government’s assistance,” he said.

Jatau, who is the deputy gubernatorial candidate for Governor Bala Mohammed in the forthcoming 2023 general elections, also launched the training and empowerment of youth, women on tomato production and processing.

According to him, the training was to empower them to advance their businesses, especially agricultural activities for self-reliance, adding that empowering constituents is key to the success of any lawmaker.

He further expressed his profound gratitude to his constituents for their belief and support to the administration of governor Mohammed and urged them to join hands in the 2023 Kaura/Jatau gubernatorial ticket for the victory of PDP in the state aimed at providing citizens with more dividends of democracy.

On his part, the Bauchi State Chairman of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Hamza Akuyam applauded him for his foresight to come up with the financial relief assistance to the flood victims and described it as a timely intervention and a welcome development.

Akuyam, represented by the North-East PDP Treasurer, Shitu Zaki, also sympathized with the flood victims in the area and called for more support to them to improve their living conditions.

“Today, Honourable Mohammed Jatau has made us proud for deeming it necessary to provide this support to his people, we in the party, we are happy with this relief assistance by our federal lawmaker and should be emulated by all.”

In the 2023 general elections, he said with the achievements of Governor Bala Mohammed coupled with the qualities of the party’s candidates and good synergy and understanding among the members, PDP will once again emerge victorious in the outcome of the polls by the grace of Almighty God.

It could be recalled that Dr Ibrahim Kabir, Director-General, Bauchi State Environmental Protection Agency (BASEPA) recently confirmed the death of 3 persons by flood which damaged 1,453 houses and several farmlands in Zaki and Gamawa local government areas.

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Police Arrest Mother, Daughter Over Alleged N18m Romance Scam

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4 hours ago

May 28, 2026

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Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre, NPF-NCCC, have arrested a woman and her daughter over their alleged involvement in a romance scam that reportedly defrauded a Malta-based victim of more than N18 million.

The police disclosed that the arrests followed investigations into allegations bordering on computer-related fraud, identity theft, and money laundering after receiving intelligence from the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit, NFIU.

In a statement issued by the Acting Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Uwana Imah, the suspects were identified as 39-year-old Urowhe Diana and her 22-year-old daughter, Rokibat Oluwasheyi Imoru.

According to the statement, preliminary investigations revealed that a Lagos resident identified as Emmanuel Amanfo, who is currently at large, allegedly collaborated with Rokibat Oluwasheyi Imoru to open and operate multiple bank accounts used in carrying out fraudulent transactions.

“One of the victims was identified as a resident of Malta whose identity has been withheld,” the statement said.

The police further disclosed that proceeds from the alleged romance scam were transferred through money transfer operators and direct deposits into several Nigerian bank accounts belonging to Rokibat Oluwasheyi Imoru.

Investigators also alleged that the funds were later moved into an Ecobank account owned by Urowhe Diana, where the money was allegedly spent.

According to the statement, forensic analysis of the suspects’ digital activities allegedly linked both mother and daughter to the cybercrime operation, leading to their eventual arrest.

The police added that efforts were ongoing to apprehend Emmanuel Amanfo, who was described as the husband of Urowhe Diana and stepfather of Rokibat Oluwasheyi Imoru.

“Investigation into the matter is still ongoing, and the suspects will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations,” the statement added.

The Nigeria Police Force reiterated the commitment of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to safeguarding Nigeria’s cyberspace and tackling cybercrime across the country.

The NPF-NCCC also urged members of the public to report suspicious cyber-related activities through its official online reporting portal and designated communication channels.

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Edo Police Arrest Two Suspected Cultists

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22 hours ago

May 27, 2026

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The Edo State Police Command on Wednesday said two suspected cultists were arrested in Ohonre community, off Adolor College Road, Benin.

This was disclosed in a statement by the command Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, and made available to newsmen electrically.

Ikoedem said the arrest was possible due to operatives response to a distress report concerning the movement and gathering of some suspected cult members within the community.

The statement reads: “The Edo State Police Command has recorded another operational breakthrough following the swift disruption of a suspected cultists’ gathering in Ohonre Community, off Adolor College Road, Benin City.

“On 21st May, 2026, at about 19:00hrs, operatives attached to Ugbowo Division who were on surveillance patrol responded to a distress report concerning the movement and gathering of some suspected cult members within the community.

“Acting promptly on the information, the police team mobilized to the location. On sighting the operatives, the suspects fled in an attempt to evade arrest. The operatives immediately gave them a hot chase, leading to the arrest of two suspects identified as Victor Peter ‘M’, 21 years and Iyemoma Ogbewe ‘M’, 35 years.

“A search conducted on the suspects led to the recovery of one cut-to-size gun believed to have been in their possession for unlawful purposes.

“Upon investigation, the suspects confessed to being members of the notorious Maphite cult group. Efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend other fleeing gang members.”

She said the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, commended the swift response of the operatives and reiterated the Command’s resolve to deny criminal elements any opportunity within Edo State.

He further urged residents to continue providing timely and credible information to the Police, assuring that all reports would receive prompt attention.

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Troops Eliminate Two Terrorists, Foil Pipeline Attack

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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The Nigerian Army says troops have, in the last 24 hours, eliminated two terrorists, rescued four kidnapped victims and foiled pipeline attacks in a series of coordinated military operations across Taraba, Kogi and Rivers.

This is contained in operational updates issued to reporters on Tuesday in Abuja.

According to the reports, troops of 93 Battalion deployed at Akate in the Donga Local Government Area of Taraba engaged suspected terrorists in a forested area, killing two of them.

According to the report, items recovered from the scene include an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, magazines, mobile phones and other personal effects.

In Kogi, it said the troops of 21 Battalion, in collaboration with vigilantes, rescued four kidnapped passengers along the Anyigba–Itobe road in Ofu Local Government Area.

It added that the victims were reportedly abandoned by their captors while attempting to cross a seasonal stream due to sustained pressure from advancing troops.

According to the military, efforts are ongoing to rescue other victims still in captivity.

The report said that troops of 12 Brigade successfully repelled an ambush along Kabba–Okene road while withdrawing from an earlier operation, forcing the assailants to flee with gunshot wounds.

“Meanwhile, in Rivers, troops of 5 Battalion acting on credible intelligence, foiled an attempt by suspected vandals to detonate a crude oil pipeline in Ahoada West Local Government Area.

“The swift response of the troops disrupted the operation before it could be executed, with the suspects fleeing the scene,” it said.