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Socialite and controversial figure Sam Larry was involved in a serious car crash on Saturday morning along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road.

According to reports circulating online, the accident happened in the early hours, and one person among the occupants of the vehicle sadly lost their life. Details are still sketchy, but videos from the scene show the badly damaged vehicle, with emergency responders already on ground.

Watch the video below;

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Sam Larry, who has been in the news for different reasons over the years, appears to have survived the crash, though the full extent of injuries to him and other survivors is not yet clear. The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road has seen its fair share of accidents since it opened, with many blaming speeding, poor visibility at night, and reckless driving.

This latest incident has left many people shocked, with some rushing to his social media pages to check for updates. As expected, reactions are pouring in, some sending prayers for quick recovery, while others are already dragging his past into the conversation.

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The victims abducted during the attack on a Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) crusade in Eda Oniyo-Ekiti, Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti, have regained their freedom.

It was reported on April 28 that the attack on the church during an open crusade, where the gunmen killed a pastor and kidnapped the worshippers.

It was gathered that the victims were released in the early hours of Saturday and are currently receiving medical attention at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital.

It was learnt that one of the 15 kidnapped victims died while in captivity; the remaining 14 survivors were released by the abductors, who were gathered and paid a ransom to secure the freedom of the worshippers.

Confirming the development, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) SP Sunday Abutu denied knowledge of ransom payment, adding that the rescue of the victims was made possible through the combined efforts of police and other security agencies.

The PPRO, who did not disclose the location and how the victims were rescued, said, “The successful rescue followed sustained intelligence-led operations and coordinated efforts by the Nigeria Police Force, the Military, other security agencies, the Amotekun Corps, local hunters, and the Ekiti State Government.”

Abutu added that “the rescued victims have since been taken to the hospital for medical examination and treatment to ascertain their health condition and ensure they receive adequate medical care.

“While efforts are currently being intensified to arrest the perpetrators, the Commissioner of Police, CP Michael Falade reassures residents of the Command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property a.cross the State.

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A 46-year-old man posing as a medical doctor, who identified himself as Osazee Okungbowa, has been arrested by the Edo State Police Command.

Okungbowa was arrested after a woman he allegedly assisted during childbirth reported to the police that her baby was missing.

He was paraded alongside 44 other suspects, including alleged kidnappers, cultists, armed robbers, and murder suspects, by the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, on Friday.

Parading the suspects, Agbonika said they were arrested through intelligence-driven operations and coordinated tactical responses carried out across the state during the period under review.

Providing a breakdown of the arrests, the police commissioner said 15 suspected cultists, three suspected armed robbers, 11 murder suspects, and 14 suspects linked to rape and defilement cases were apprehended.

He said the command had intensified operations against kidnappers, cultists, armed robbers, and other violent criminals through enhanced intelligence-led policing.

According to him, the command’s determination to ensure that criminal elements have no hiding place in Edo State has been strengthened by sustained efforts that continue to yield significant operational successes.

He said: “The accomplishments we showcase today are the outcome of the commitment, professionalism, and selflessness of officers of the Edo State Police Command, working in close collaboration with other security agencies and with the patriotic support of the public.

“Within the period under review, a total of 45 suspects involved in violent crimes were arrested.

“These achievements underscore our unwavering resolve to rid Edo State of criminal elements and demonstrate that the command remains proactive, responsive, and relentless in confronting every form of violent crime.

“As we continue the fight against criminality, I sincerely thank the law-abiding citizens of Edo State for their continued cooperation and confidence in the police. The timely information, intelligence, and assistance we receive from members of the public remain crucial to our operational successes.”

Speaking on his arrest, Okungbowa said: “I am a clinic doctor and the manager of Grace Health Nursery and Maternity. The owner of the hospital is licensed and employs both qualified and unqualified staff.

“On that day, a man identified as Mr. Godwin brought a pregnant woman to the hospital and informed me that she was due for delivery. I was unwell at the time and told them I could not handle the delivery.

“I then called a colleague to assist at the facility. According to her, the woman agreed, and she delivered the baby the following day. After the delivery, the nurse said the baby was premature and should be taken to an incubator, but the baby later died.

“I was trained as an auxiliary nurse in 2003 and have worked in different hospitals as a health assistant.”