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Man Whose Wife Died Of Breast Cancer Demands Release Of His Abducted Four Children By Late Wife’s Family

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5 years ago

January 20, 2021

A 43-year-old Mr. Emmanuel Obenetie whose wife died of breast cancer in 2018, yesterday appealed to the Edo State Judicial Panel of Inquiry for victims of SARS and related abuses to compel his late wife’s family to release his four children forcefully taken away by them to him.

Mr. Emmanuel who was at the panel to clear himself of the allegation of negligence levelled against him by his in-laws, said he did all in his power to ensure that she lives but all was to no avail.

Emmanuel, was dragged before the panel by Mrs. Christy Oshogue, elder sister to the late Mrs. Aboshogue Isimeme Obenetie on the allegation that the husband to the deceased did not take care of his wife who died of breast cancer in 2018.

Christy accused him of being responsible for the death of his wife alleging that instead of taking his wife to the hospital for early diagnosis and treatment, he allowed her to be massaging and applying Olive Oil on the breast until it got out of hands.

She also accused him of using the police to assault her and thereby demanding the sum of N15 million as compensation.

Narrating his own side of the story before the panel, husband to the deceased, Mr. Emmanuel said he stood with his late wife through thick and thin.

He said he never abandoned his wife as alleged by his sister-in-law and that the threat from his late wife’s family scared him of visiting the mortuary where she was kept by her family.

He also said that the late wife’s family called to inform him two days to her burial that she would be buried and that without his impute as to how she is to be buried just as he accused them of attacking him and his family members who attended the burial ceremony.

He said he could not state where exactly his wife was buried.

The heart broken man told the panel that he has not set his eyes on his four children for three years now as they were forcefully taken away from him and attempt made by him through the police and other agencies to resolve the issue so that he could have his children back has proven abortive.

He noted that he was so happy to have been dragged before the panel by his sister-in-law believing that it could do justice and the children released back to him.

“By the special grace of God, I am expecting them to make sure that my four children are released to me. They were illegally abducted by my in-laws for about three years now.

“I have written to State Criminal Investigation Department, I have written to NAPTIP, I have written to the Ministry of Women Affairs and I have also written to many agencies concerning this matter and presently, the matter is still in court.

“So, I am expecting this panel to make sure that justice is done and my four children are released to me”, he said

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Otuaro Felicitates Tompolo On Honorary Doctorate Award

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3 hours ago

December 2, 2025

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Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro has congratulated High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate of Laws (LLD) by the E.K. Clark University.

Otuaro described the recognition as well-deserved and befitting, noting that Tompolo has, over the years, demonstrated uncommon commitment to the peace, progress, and stability of the Niger Delta and Nigeria at large.

According to him, Tompolo’s role in sustaining peace in the region, particularly through his steadfast support for dialogue, community engagement, and nonviolent approaches to conflict resolution, has made a significant contribution to national security and economic stability.

He further noted that, beyond his contributions to peacebuilding, Tompolo has demonstrated extraordinary compassion, philanthropy, and devotion to humanitarian causes.

He added that his investments in youth empowerment stand as clear evidence of a man whose heart is truly with his people.

“Tompolo’s good heart, generosity, and love for humanity distinguish him as a leader of rare character,” Otuaro said.

The PAP Administrator commended E.K. Clark University for identifying and honouring a personality whose impact continues to resonate across the Niger Delta and beyond.

He urged other institutions to emulate such gestures that celebrate individuals advancing society through selfless service.

Dr Otuaro prayed for God’s continued guidance, long life, and strength for High Chief Ekpemupolo as he continues to serve the Niger Delta and Nigeria with dignity, wisdom, and compassion.

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JUST IN: Defence Minister, Badaru Mohammed Resigns

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3 hours ago

December 1, 2025

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The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has resigned his appointment with immediate effect.

His resignation was contained in a letter addressed to President Tinubu and dated December 1.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed this on Monday.

The presidential spokesman said Abubakar resigned on health grounds.

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Police Deny Opening Recruitment Portal, Warn Nigerians Against Fake Adverts

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4 hours ago

December 1, 2025

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The Police Service Commission has debunked reports circulating on social media and several unofficial websites claiming that it has opened a portal for recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.

The Commission described the publications as fake, warning that they were created by fraudsters seeking to deceive and exploit unsuspecting Nigerians.

In a statement published on its official website on Monday, the PSC said it had not commenced any recruitment exercise.

“The general public is hereby informed that these publications are fake and entirely misleading.

“They are the handiwork of fraudsters attempting to exploit innocent citizens,” the Commission said.

It added that no recruitment portal had been opened by the Commission.

“There is currently no ongoing recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.

“The Police Service Commission has not opened any portal for such an exercise,” the statement added.

The PSC stressed that whenever recruitment begins, the announcement will be made strictly through authorised platforms.

According to the statement, official channels include advertisements in reputable national newspapers, announcements posted on the Commission’s verified website (www.psc.gov.ng), and formal press releases.

“We urge Nigerians to rely only on information published through these official channels.

“Any recruitment portal not listed on our website is fraudulent and should be reported to the police,” the commission said.

The PSC advised the public to ignore the fake recruitment claims to avoid falling victim to scams.

The PUNCH had reported that the Police Service Commission has cautioned Nigerians seeking a career in the Nigeria Police Force to beware of fake recruitment adverts circulating online, insisting that it has not yet commenced the 2025 recruitment exercise.