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Greedy Kings, Community Leaders Abet Kidnappers In Southwest — Hunters

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As kidnapping reaches the crescendo in the South West zone and other parts of the country, hunters have blamed the menace on the alleged greed and insensitivity of some kings and community leaders noting they are the architect of the problem.

The Soludero hunters through their National President, Oba Nureni Akintola Lasisi who spoke with Vanguard in Ibadan said from their findings after combing several forests within the zone, have revealed that some greedy kings and community leaders are the ones accommodating unknown foreigners in their domains because of pecuniary gains from the visitors without considering the safety of their subjects.

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Akintola, without mincing words, stressed that people should plead with the traditional rulers who are fond of collecting money and meat in exchange for lands to desist from doing so.

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“We have to plead with our kings, community leaders to consider the safety of their subjects more than any other thing. Some kings are the architects of the problem of kidnapping. Unknown visitors will come to their domains and instead of them to find out who they are, they will collect money and sell lands to the strangers.”

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“These strangers are the ones troubling our people including the kings. It is impossible for any stranger to settle in a community without the approval of the community leader. They should be very careful so that they don’t invite blood sucking bandits to their communities.”

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He added that the reluctance of the local, state and federal governments to empower the hunters is hindering them in securing the zone.

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Calling on the three tiers of government to come to the aid of the hunters, he made a passionate plea with Governor Seyi Makinde to mobilize the hunters just as he did to other associations in the state.

Oba Akintola emphasized that he and his men arrested three suspected kidnappers at Komu in Oke Ogun area of Oyo State and handed them over to the police for further investigation

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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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