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ICYMI: Armed Men Invade Okomu, Razes Houses, Shoot Security Guards, Indigenes Alert Edo Govt, IGP, INC [PHOTOS]
…say many of us have been rendered homeless, need relief materials
By Joseph Ebi Kanjo
Indegenes of Okomu community in Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State have cried out to the Edo State Government, the Inspector-General of Police and the Ijaw National Congress (INC) to rescue them from one Lawrence Yanbor and his terrorist group who have been carrying out incessant attacks on the community.
According to the community, the recent one was that of May 14, 2024, where Yanbor and his gang of terrorists invaded the community in the midnight, shot some security guards on night duty, set over thirty houses on fire, as well as a double Eight-five (85) horsepower Yamaha Engine and speed boat belonging to the Edo State Government
In a Save our Souls message signed by the affected persons including Elder IK Denmene; Chief Freeman Cousin; Chief Atele Oyico; Chief Nanaghan Rickson and the youth president, Christopher Young, on behalf of many others, and made available to INFO DAILY, they lamented that Yanbor and his gang have rendered thousands of persons homeless as a result of the incessant attacks.
Chief Freeman Cousin’s house razed by Lawrence Yanbor and his gang
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While expressing fear of what next Yanbor and his gang would do, they said he has been carrying out this “dastardly act for over ten years unabated,” just as they “appealed to the State and Federal Governments to come to our rescue. Many of our people are homeless and taking refuge in neighbouring communities.”
“The Edo State government should please assist us by providing relief materials to the displaced persons and the community needs a permanent security base to avoid further attacks.”
Combo: Before and after Lawrence Yanbor set Chief Freeman Cousin’s sitting room on fire.
They further recounted: “His group of terrorists also destroyed the Edo State Security Network base in Okomu Community. Other property destroyed by Yanbor and his gang include the burning down of thirteen (13) houses and solar power facilities in the neighbouring I.K. Community while many indigenes from both communities sustained various degrees of injuries during the attack.
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“Three (3) of the Edo State Security Network personnel also
sustained injuries and were taken to the hospital. They then burnt two (2) heavy duty tractors and one (1) Steyr diesel truck(Agbegi) and 13 houses at Edonghan village.”
Security Guards shot by Lawrence Yanbor and his gang during the invasion.
According to the youth leader, Yanbor has been invited by the state police command and 4 Brigade of the Nigerian Army for several times but he never showed up, rather he carries out his “evil act from his hide out.”
He added that he has been also declared wanted by security agencies in the state but to no avail.
A double Eight-five (85) horsepower Yamaha Engine and speed boat belonging to the Edo State Government set on fire by Lawrence Yanbor and his gang.
Calls put across to Yanbor by INFO DAILY did not go through, likewise SMS sent to his cell phone were not replied.
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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials
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.
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
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
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.
“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.
“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.
“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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