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PHOTOS: Joy, Eulogies As DSP Danfulani Bows Out Of Service

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3 years ago

September 2, 2023

It was a moment of joy and eulogies at Aduwawa Divisional Police Headquarters, Benin, on Friday as men and women of the division; family members (immediate and extended) gathered to celebrate Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Tonghan Victoria Danfulani as she takes a bow out of active service after 35 years of a meritorious service.

Men and women of the division, family members who spoke at the send off party described DSP Danfulani (retired) as a meticulous police officer worthy of emulation.

In his short speech, the Divisional Police Officer, Superintendent of Police (SP) Martins Ukadike said Danfulani was a committed police officer who handles her duty with the needed dedication.

Describing DSP Danfulani (rtd.) as an officer who was always open to learning and never angry when scolded, SP Ukadike said: “When you see her in uniform, you will want to join the police force. She always looks very neat and gallant, worthy of emulation. So I want to implore every officer here to emulate.”

DSP Danfulani (rtd.) And her son ASP Ayobami in a Salute.

On DSP Danfulani’s commitment to her work, the DPO added: “Danfulani was a committed police officer who never get angry when she is scolded. She will rather take correction and learn from her mistakes. She’s a friend to all; she a police officer you will want to work with.”

Also speaking on the personality of DSP Danfulani (rtd.) Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Abdulazeez Babatunde described her as an officer who wants the growth of her junior ones.

On his part, one her younger brothers, Chief Ben Bowei described his elder sister as a meticulous and hardworking sister, adding “she is a sister and a mother to me and many of us, I am in no way close to her in age.”

He continued: “As a police officer, she has brought growth and development to her village. The hamlet of those days, with her contributions, has become a big village or town.”

Officers, family members celebrating with DSP Danfulani (rtd)

Responding in a very emotional manner, DSP Danfulani (rtd.) thanked God and those who stood by her ɗuring her sojourn in the Nigeria Police Force, saying many she started with fell by the way side.

She said in an emotional manner, “Through the trials; the challenges; the hazards, my unwavering faith guided me. While many I enlisted with took many parts, God’s grace found me and his mercy held me steadfast, allowing me to attain the honourable rank of DSP.

“As the Bible says, “the race is not to swift… (Eccles. 9:11).

“My journey was not by my power neither was it by my strength nor might, but by the Lord’s grace ensuring I was never consumed.” (Sic).

During her service years, DSP Danfulani (rtd.) served as a correspondent clerk; radio set operator; station writer; charge room officer; divisional crime officer to O/C family unit and administrative officer.

She also served under the African Union peace keeping mission in Mogadishu, Somalia, where she became the public information officer in a contingent of 160 personnel.

Though she joined the police force with Secondary school Certificate, DSP Danfulani (rtd), was able to bag a degree in Public Administration from Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State.

She also attended Police Detective College, Enugu where she secured a certificate in antifraud course 17/92.

Hungered for knowledge, DSP Danfulani (rtd.) proceeded to Mogadishu to under go a training in strategic communications master class.

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Migration Agency Warns Migrants Against Irregular Travel Routes

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May 28, 2026

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The International Organisation for Migration (IOM), in collaboration with Giving is Healing Foundation, has sensitised residents of Ayobo in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State on the dangers of irregular migration and the need to embrace legal travel procedures.

Speaking during a sensitisation programme held at Megida Ifelodu Community Development Association in Ayobo, the founder of Giving is Healing Foundation, Mr. Gbolahan Ayediran, warned intending migrants against using illegal travel routes.

Ayediran said many Nigerians desire to migrate abroad in search of better opportunities but often ignore proper procedures, thereby exposing themselves to several dangers.

“Lots of people want to migrate and most of them do it in the wrong direction. The reason for the programme is for us to advise people on how they can migrate in the right way. As much as migration is their right, they should do it correctly,” he said.

He advised intending travellers to obtain the necessary travel documents before embarking on any journey, noting that such documents include international passports, visas, flight tickets and yellow cards, depending on the destination country.

According to him, migrants should also gather adequate information about their destination countries to enable them make informed decisions before travelling.

Ayediran further highlighted some of the dangers associated with irregular migration, including abuse, exploitation, discrimination and forced labour.

Also speaking, the Chairman of Megida Ifelodu Community Development Association, Elder Mathews Amusan, commended the organisers for enlightening members of the community on safe migration practices.

He urged residents planning to travel abroad to always follow legal migration procedures to avoid falling victim to human trafficking and other migration-related challenges.

One of the participants, Mr. Kolawole Adenoko, said the programme enlightened him on the dangers of irregular migration and the importance of travelling through the proper channels.

He added that he would also educate his relatives and friends on the risks associated with illegal migration.

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Shatta Wale Bailed Burna Boy From Ghana Prison After Arrest For Smoking Weed – Captan

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4 hours ago

May 28, 2026

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Ghanian singer, Captan, has claimed that his former record label boss, Shatta Wale, once bailed Nigerian singer Burna Boy out of prison in Ghana after he was allegedly arrested for smoking weed.

Speaking in a recent podcast interview, Captan claimed that Shatta Wale sent him and others to free Burna Boy from police custody.

He also claimed that Shatta Wale and his group once accommodated Burna Boy when he was being hunted by some dangerous men.

Captan said, “I once bailed Burna Boy out of prison in Ghana when he was arrested for smoking weed. Shatta Wale sent me and some guys to go and free him from police custody.

“There was a time we also accommodated him when some people were after his life. We helped him settle the case.”

He added that he and Burna Boy are no longer in good terms after the Nigerian artist’s fallout with his mentor, Shatta Wale.

He, however, said he and Shatta Wale are open to reconciling with Burna Boy if he asks for it.

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Children’s Day: Chaos At Ogbe Stadium As Dozens Faint

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19 hours ago

May 27, 2026

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Chaos erupted on Wednesday during the Children’s Day celebration as dozens of students reportedly collapsed following a stampede triggered by the use of pepper spray.

The event,
organised by the Edo State Ministry of Education at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium was disrupted after some male students of Ihogbe College allegedly made uncompromising advances towards female students at the venue.
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‎ A parent who identified himself as Oboh Emmanuel said, “the behaviour of those uncultured students attracted the attention of bouncers stationed at the stadium as they rebuked the male students.”
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‎Oboh said the affected students later regrouped and attacked the bouncers, leading to a confrontation within the crowded arena.

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It was gathered that in the ensuing confusion, the bouncers were reported to have deployed pepper spray in an area occupied by a large number of students.
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‎Several students, particularly female students, reportedly fainted after inhaling the substance, while others sustained injuries after being stepped on during the ensuing melee.
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‎The panic was said to have spread across the stadium as students, teachers and parents scampered for safety.
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‎Many of the affected students were reportedly rushed to the Edo Specialist Hospital for medical attention.

Reacting to the incident, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Dr Patrick Ebojele, said the security personnel that fired the tear gas had been detained.

He said all the students, except two, that were rushed to the hospital have been discharged.

Ebojele stated that doctors wanted to observe the students till tomorrow before allowing them to go home.

“The two students are not seriously injured. Doctors want to observe them overnight. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education is still at the hospital. The man who used pepper spray has been detained.

“The incident did not happen the way it is being exaggerated. All modalities were put in place to ensure the children enjoyed their day.”
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