Metro

Vigilante, One Other Arrested for Alleged Kidnapping In Edo

Published

4 years ago

August 26, 2021

Two suspected kidnappers including vigilante have been arrested by the men of the Edo State Police Command over alleged conspiracy to abduct one Sunday Onofua and his wife patience at the Okpagha community along the Benin-Auchi Road.

In a press release on Thursday by the state command police spokesperson, SP Kontongs Bello said the arrest was possible through robust community policing.

He said, “The Edo State Police Command on 20/08/2021 through robust community policing partnership arrested two male suspects, Bright Emumwen (29) and Evans Osariemen (30), a vigilantee member for conspiracy to kidnap one Sunday Onofua and his wife Patience of Okpagha Community off Benin-Auchi Road Benin.

“The two suspects approached one john Emma ‘M’ (not real name) to join them in the plans to kidnap the targeted victims. The said John immediately contacted the son of the target victim who immediately alerted the local vigilante and the Anti-Kidnapping and Cyber Crime Unit of the command. The team swiftly swung into action and arrested the suspects in their criminal hideout

“During investigation, one Chukwudi Anyawu (49) a vigilantee member who specialize in supplying the suspects with cartridges for criminal activities was arrested. Investigation further revealed that the suspects are working closely with some kidnappers operating around the Benin Bypass.

“Meanwhile, one single English made barrel gun and 8 rounds of live cartridges were recovered from the suspect. Investigation is still ongoing with the aim of arresting other collaborators,” he added.

Kontongs said the Commissioner of Police, Philip Aliyu Ogbadu has directed that the suspects be charged to court, while reinstating his commitments to ensuring that kidnappers and criminal elements do not operate in the state.

He further advised communities to assist the police in identifying criminal vigilante members who hide under the guise of being a member of the group to carry out their criminal activities.

Metro

VIDEO: Police Rescue Man Who Attempted Suicide On High-tension Pole In Anambra

Published

2 hours ago

September 3, 2025

Editor

Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have rescued a 28-year-old man, identified as Okwudili Onyiba, who attempted to take his own life by climbing a high-tension power transmission pole in Awada, Idemili North Local Government Area.

The command spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, noting that the incident occurred on Tuesday evening behind Grace of God Mission, off NEPA Road, Awada.

The statement read, “Anambra State Police Operatives attached to the Awada Division, in the evening of 2nd September 2025, successfully rescued a man who attempted to commit suicide by climbing a power transmission high-tension pole situated behind Grace of God Mission, off NEPA Road, Awada.

“Upon receiving the distress information, the operatives swiftly mobilised to the scene, cordoned off the area to prevent danger, and controlled the large crowd that had gathered. After several minutes of persuasion by the Police and some concerned members of the public, the man eventually climbed down safely.

“He was immediately taken into protective custody at the station, where he identified himself as Mr. Okwudili David Onyiba, aged 28 years.”

The Commissioner of Police in Anambra, CP Ikioye Orutugu, was said to have since ordered a comprehensive medical and mental health evaluation for the victim.

He further assured that the command would provide necessary support to ensure his well-being.

The command also urged members of the public to seek lawful and peaceful ways of addressing personal challenges.

“Always seek lawful and peaceful solutions to personal challenges, and to reach out to family, friends, or relevant support groups in times of distress,” the statement read.

Watch the video below:

https://x.com/MobilePunch/status/1963175042457469285?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1963175042457469285%7Ctwgr%5E8826849e63371556c40f915aab783b6738a99fc7%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fpunchng.com%2Fvideo-police-rescue-man-who-attempted-suicide-on-high-tension-pole-in-anambra%2F

Metro

Lagos Enforces Ban, Seizes Single-use Plastics From Supermarkets

Published

4 hours ago

September 3, 2025

Editor

The Lagos State Government has seized banned single-use plastics from some supermarkets in different areas of the state.

The state Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a video shared on X.com on Wednesday.

The video revealed the enforcement officers confiscating single-use plastics, cups, and products with attached single use plastic straws.

Wahab’s caption read, “Our enforcement team today visited Blenco Supermarket in Lekki to enforce the ban on single use plastics.

“This action is part of our wider efforts to ensure compliance with the etate’s directive on phasing out SUP, which poses serious environmental risks and worsens flooding across Lagos.

“The team also visited Blend and Temple Hill Supermarkets in Ire-Akari, Jendol Supermarket in Jakande Estate, Ejigbo and Lastprize and Reno supermarkets situated in Liasu Road in Idimu.”

Wahab noted that the team will continue to monitor, enforce, and work with businesses to adopt sustainable alternatives that safeguard our environment.

The enforcement which commenced on July 1 comes after an 18-month moratorium during which businesses were urged to phase out prohibited plastics and adopt eco-friendly alternatives.

The ban prohibits the sale and use of disposable plastic bags, including the widely used black nylon bags.

The state government says the move is part of a wider clampdown across markets and retail outlets to ensure compliance with its environmental protection laws.

Metro

JUST IN: Benue, Plateau Attacks: DSS Arraigns Nine Prime Suspects

Published

6 hours ago

September 3, 2025

Editor

The Department of State Services, DSS, has arraigned nine prime suspects in connection with the recent killings in Benue and Plateau States.

Channels Television reports that the DSS also charged a suspected gunrunner arrested with Seven M16 rifles.

The nine suspects were being accused of complicity in recent deadly attacks in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, as well as in parts of Plateau State.

More to follow…