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Final year student at FUTO fatally stabbed in Imo, say police

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The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the tragic death of Chinagorom Marvellous Kingsley, a 22-year-old final year student of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO). According to reports, Chinagorom was stabbed to death by Francis Marvellous, a 21-year-old 300-level student of Imo State University (IMSU), during a heated argument last Thursday night.

State Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, disclosed this to journalists in Owerri, clarifying that the fatal altercation between Chinagorom and Francis led to the latter using a knife against the former. Contrary to initial rumors suggesting involvement of an individual of Hausa Fulani descent, the police dismissed such claims.

The Commissioner of Police has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department to spearhead the case, ensuring that all suspects and purveyors of false information face legal repercussions.

The police operation swiftly led to the arrest of Francis Marvellous, who hails from Ehime Mbano LGA of Imo State. He was apprehended in response to a distress call from the Chief Security Officer of FUTO, retired DSP Patrick Egwu. The suspect was nearly subjected to mob justice before police intervention.

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Chinagorom, a final year student of FUTO and a member of the university’s Man O’ War Unit, tragically lost his life in the incident. His body was promptly taken to the Federal Medical Center, Owerri, where medical professionals confirmed his demise. The deceased has been deposited at the mortuary pending further investigation.

This unfortunate incident underscores the need for peaceful resolution of disputes and underscores the importance of law enforcement in maintaining public safety within educational institutions.

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Police arrest 24-yr-old man circulating girl’s nude video online

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A 24-year-old man from Ogbolomabiri in the Nembe Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, Godgift Bai, has been apprehended for circulating nude video of a young girl online.

The Bayelsa State Police Command confirmed the arrest of the suspect.

In a statement yesterday by the spokesman, ASP Musa Mohammed, the police said Bai was arrested in connection with the viral nude video of a young girl circulating on various social media platforms. Mohammed said: “Acting on the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Bayelsa State Command, Alonyenu Francis Idu, operatives of the Cybercrime Unit carried out a thorough investigation, which led to the arrest of the suspect, Mr. Godgift Bai, a 24-year-old male from Ogbolomabiri in Nembe LGA.

“He was apprehended in Yenagoa on September 3, 2024.

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“The Command condemns the act of cyberstalking, especially targeting vulnerable individuals, and reiterates its commitment to curbing such crimes and related offences within the state.

“Furthermore, the Command urges the public to refrain from online exploitation of individuals.”

The spokesman said investigations are ongoing and that the suspect would be charged to court accordingly.

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Internet Fraud: EFCC arrests 44 Suspects in Kwara

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission said it has arrested 44 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations in Ilorin, Kwara State.

This was disclosed in a post via the commission’s official X handle on Friday.

According to the commission, the suspects were arrested on Friday, following credible intelligence over their alleged involvement in internet-related offences.

The statement reads, “Operatives of the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested Forty-four (44) suspected internet fraudsters at different locations in Ilorin, Kwara State.

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“They were arrested on Friday, September 6, 2024, at Sango, Kulende, Taxaco and Harmony Estate, all in Ilorin, following credible intelligence over their alleged involvement in internet-related offences.

“Items recovered from them include 6 different brands of exotic cars, laptops, smartphones and charms.

“The suspects would be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.”

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Just in: Hoodlums abduct Babcock varsity staff

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By Mario Deepromoter

Hoodlums have abducted 66-year-old Mrs. Elizabeth Uruakpa, an Assistant Chief Nursing Officer at Babcock University Teaching Hospital in Ilisan Remo, Ogun State, on Thursday evening.

Uruakpa was reportedly returning from an evening church service when the attackers ambushed her at the entrance of her home, located near the new Ilisan market.

The incident, which occurred around 7 pm, caused panic in the neighborhood, prompting residents and business owners to quickly shut their doors in fear.

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According to a local resident who spoke to The Punch on the condition of anonymity, the gunmen forcibly removed Uruakpa from her vehicle and whisked her away in a red Toyota car.

“The woman was coming back from the church in the evening around 7 pm when the gunmen abducted her. I know her very well, she’s a senior nursing staff with Babcock University Teaching Hospital and a member of the Winners’ Chapel.

They dragged her down from her vehicle, put her in their red Toyota car and sped away. It was really like thunder lightning, and such a thing had never happened before in our neighbourhood. It is so strange and scary,” the resident said.

Babcock University’s Director of Communication and Marketing, Dr. Joshua Suleiman, confirmed the abduction, noting that the university is actively seeking more information.

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“I heard about it last night. It is on one of the university’s platforms but I don’t have a comprehensive report about it. Someone is already working on getting more information about this and as soon as it is ready, I will get across to you,” Suleiman said.

Details later..

Credit: Punch

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