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NBA Urges Members To Avoid Nine LGAs In Kebbi After Lawyer’s Abduction
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The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Kebbi Branch, has directed its members to refrain from travelling to nine local government areas it identified as kidnapping hotspots in the state.
The Chairman of the Branch, Aminu Hassan, who gave the directive in a statement issued in Birnin Kebbi, said the affected areas include Bagudo, Suru, Kamba in Dandi, Bunza, Kangiwa in Arewa, Dirin Daji in Sakaba, Ribah, Kanya, and Augie local government areas of the state.
He explained that the decision followed an emergency meeting of the association held last Saturday to deliberate on the abduction of one of its members, Mr Isyaku Muhammad-Danjuma, on October 1, along the Ibeto-Birnin Kebbi route in the Magama Local Government Area of Niger State.
According to him, the association condemned the abduction and expressed deep concern over the rising wave of insecurity across the country.
He said the branch resolved that all members should boycott court proceedings from October 7 to October 10 in protest against the kidnapping of their colleague and to draw attention to the worsening security situation.
“Upon the expiration of the boycott period, members are also urged to suspend handling of terrorism-related cases, including those involving kidnapping, abduction, armed robbery or unlawful possession of firearms, until further notice,” he said on Sunday.
The chairman said the association would engage relevant authorities to ensure the safe release of the abducted lawyer.
He called on government and security agencies to take urgent steps to restore peace and public confidence.
He added that the branch would work with the judiciary to provide alternative venues for court cases to minimise travel to unsafe locations.
Hassan, however, commended members of the Bar, the judiciary, the media, and other Nigerians for their solidarity and urged them to remain united in the pursuit of justice and peace.
Meanwhile, the Kebbi State Police Command has dismissed the claim by the NBA that nine local government areas in the state are ungovernable.
The police described the allegation as “false, misleading, and grossly irresponsible”.
“At no time or circumstance has any part of Kebbi State become ungovernable or inaccessible to law enforcement or judicial authorities,” a statement by the Police Relations Officer, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, partly read.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Command wishes to clarify that the abduction of Isiaku Danjuma, a legal practitioner based in Kebbi but an indigene of Ibeto, Niger State, occurred in Ibeto, Niger State — outside the jurisdiction of Kebbi State.
“The victim had travelled from Niger to Abuja and merely joined the bus provided by the Kebbi State Government for those attending the investiture ceremony of Hudu Lawan, SAN. On the return journey, he alighted at Kontagora and proceeded to Ibeto, where he was unfortunately abducted,” it added.
The police stated that they remain deeply concerned about the regrettable incident, it is misguided and counterproductive for any professional association to “issue blanket and far-reaching statements without first engaging or verifying facts from the Police or relevant security agencies”.
“Such statements can only serve to create unnecessary fear, embolden criminal elements, and undermine ongoing security operations.
“The Commissioner of Police, Kebbi State Command, CP Bello M. Sani, has assured residents of the State that Kebbi remains safe and secure, and that law-abiding citizens should go about their lawful duties without fear,” the statement added.
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has described the victory of Jide Oyekunle, a journalist with Independent Newspaper, at the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice as a major victory for journalism and press freedom in Nigeria.
The union, in its reaction to the judgment awarding N10 million in damages against the Nigerian government over the violation of Oyekunle’s rights, said the ruling represents an important step towards protecting journalists and defending media freedom.
The NUJ in a statement signed by the National Secretary, Achike Chude on Wednesday commended the efforts of Avocats Sans Frontières France (ASF France) for providing legal support and standing with the journalist throughout the legal process.
It said the judgment serves as a reminder of the need for the protection of journalists who perform their constitutional duty of informing the public, adding that attacks and harassment against media practitioners must not go unchecked.
The union urged the Nigerian government to comply with the ECOWAS Court judgment by paying the N10 million damages awarded to Oyekunle without delay.
According to the NUJ, prompt compliance with the ruling would demonstrate respect for the rule of law and reinforce Nigeria’s commitment to upholding human rights and press freedom.
The union further called for stronger measures to guarantee the safety and independence of journalists across the country.
Signed
Comrade Achike Chude
National Secretary
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BEWARE: FG warns 26 States of flood, places, Bayelsa, Delta, Lagos, Adamawa, Benue, others as critical risk areas
The Federal Government has alerted residents of 26 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to the possibility of flooding between June 22 and July 5, 2026, following forecasts of heavy rainfall in different parts of the country.
The warning was issued by the Federal Ministry of Environment through the National Flood Early Warning Centre under its Erosion, Flood and Coastal Zone Management Department.
The ministry said several communities across the country have been identified as areas that could face serious flood threats during the period.
According to the forecast released on June 22, heavy rainfall is expected in many locations, raising concerns about possible flooding in vulnerable communities.
States placed under the critical-risk category include Abia, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Benue, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Imo, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo and Rivers.
In Abia State, the affected communities include Aba, Arochukwu and Umuahia. In Adamawa, the ministry listed Jimeta and Numan, while Eket, Oron and Uyo were named in Akwa Ibom. In Anambra, Onitsha Inland Town and Awka Urban Drainage Corridors were identified as vulnerable locations.
Bayelsa communities such as Yenagoa, Brass and Nembe Town were also listed among areas that could be affected by flooding.
Other locations mentioned include Makurdi, Gboko and Katsina-Ala in Benue State; Calabar Metropolis and Creek Town in Cross River State; Asaba, Warri and Sapele in Delta State; and Abakaliki, Afikpo and Onueke in Ebonyi State.
The ministry also identified Benin City Urban Core and Auchi in Edo State, Ado-Ekiti and Ikere-Ekiti in Ekiti State, as well as Enugu, Nsukka and Oji River Town in Enugu State.
In Imo State, Owerri, Orlu and Okigwe were listed, while Lokoja and Ajaokuta were named in Kogi State. Communities such as Ilorin, Jebba and Pategi in Kwara State were also included in the warning.
Several parts of Lagos State were equally listed among the areas at risk.
These include Agege, Alimosho, Apapa, Badagry, Ikeja, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, Lekki and Surulere.
In Niger State, Bida, Minna, Mokwa, Suleja and Kontagora were identified, while Abeokuta, Ota and Sagamu were listed in Ogun State.
The flood alert further covered Akure, Owo and Okitipupa in Ondo State; Oshogbo, Ile-Ife and Ilesa in Osun State; Ibadan, Ogbomoso and Oyo in Oyo State; as well as Port Harcourt Urban Core, Bonny, Ahoada and Omoku in Rivers State.
Apart from the states under the critical-risk category, the ministry also placed parts of Adamawa, the FCT, Kebbi, Kogi, Nasarawa, Plateau and Taraba states under a high-risk category.
Communities listed in this group include Yola North, Yola South, Mubi and Gurin in Adamawa State; Abuja Municipal, Gwagwalada, Kubwa, Nyanya and Wuse in the FCT; Birnin Kebbi and Argungu in Kebbi State; Bako in Kogi State; and Keffi, Lafia, Karu and Toto in Nasarawa State.
The warning also covered Jos and Jos North in Plateau State, as well as Jalingo, Wukari, Takum, Serti and Karim Lamido in Taraba State.
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