Metro

Police Uncover Plans To Disrupt Sallah Festival

Published

5 months ago

April 9, 2024

The Police Command in Kano State has said that the command has uncovered plans by some religious and political pressure groups to disrupt the forthcoming Sallah festivities in the state.

Making this known on Monday in Kano, the state Commissioner of Police, Usaini Gumel, stated this while briefing the press on the command’s readiness to maintain law and order during the festival.

The sponsors of this plan are also under our close watch; they are advised to stop forthwith, as security agencies are following up and trailing the event, and the planners would be arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law, the commissioner said.

“We are aware of all these, and we are fully ready to decisively deal with this ill-fated decision unless the planners change for the better.

According to him,” The command is aware of plans by some already identified religious and political pressure groups who are mounting pressure on the State Government to succumb to disregarding the ongoing judicial processes, such as the matter before the Court on Sheikh Abduljabbar Nasiru Kabara, and to speak on issues related to the status of the Emirates and Emirship in the State.”

He, however, disclosed that ” The plans that have been uncovered show that they are aimed to disrupt the Sallah activities, the existing peace in the state and to cause embarrassment to the State government’s planned activities”,

He hinted that the command had heavily strengthened security with increased surveillance around the locations where the insecurity elements are clustering, in particular, Kofar Nassarawa, Kofar Mata, and Kofar
Wambai and Kofar Kudu.

The CP added that in addition to physical security, the command had deployed plain-cloth security personnel across the five Emirates capitals of Kano, Bichi, Gaya, Rano, and Karaye and other identified areas to work with the communities” in identifying spoilers and the enemies of society with a view to apprehending them for the overall community’s safety.”

Mr Gumel then urged traditional rulers and clerics to do more by sensitising the people to the need to offer information to the police on the movement of dubious characters for prompt action.

He, however, believed that such information would enable the officers and men of the command to adequately implement the fashioned-out security arrangements contained in the detailed Police Operation Order covering the entire period of the festivities.

We are also appealing to members of the public to cooperate and offer useful actionable intelligence reports to our officers deployed in various parts of our areas of supervision for the success of the operation,” the commissioner added.

The police would keep collaborating with all security partners and critical stakeholders for the employment of necessary security measures that would ensure the arrest and prosecution of “all identified society deviants and miscreants.”

The CP then called on members of the public to go about their normal activities and not panic, as their safety would be guaranteed before, during, and after the festivities.

Metro

Police confirm alleged ritual, kidnap incident at Top View hotel Abuja

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2 hours ago

September 20, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

The Police confirmed a young man identified as Alex on Thursday allegedly kidnapped a young lady and kept her in the popular Top View Hotel, Wuse, Abuja.

According to a trending video on social media, Alex was seen with the lady in a room with management of the hotel and an officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence (NSCDC) where he was arrested.

While confirming the incident, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh in a statement on Thursday night accused NSCDC of not handing over the suspect to the police for further investigation.

Adeh said: “The FCT police command is aware of the video footage making the rounds about a lady who was criminally confined in Top view hotel, Wuse, Abuja on 17th September, 2024 by an alleged Internet fraudster allegedly for money ritual.

“Findings revealed that the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have taken the suspect into custody and are yet to hand over to the police for diligent investigation.

“The FCT police command for all intent and purposes awaits the NSCDC to hand over all parties for commencement of diligent and discreet investigation.

“Further development will be communicated in due course”.

Metro

SAD! 25 k!lled during Eid-El-Maulud festivities in Kaduna road accident

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3 days ago

September 17, 2024

Naijablitznews

By Mario Deepromoter

The death toll from the auto crash that occurred along Saminaka in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Sunday has risen to 25.

The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps in Kaduna State, Kabiru Nadabo, confirmed the increase in fatalities to PUNCH Metro on Monday.

“Ten more victims died due to injuries sustained in the crash, bringing the total number of deceased to 25 out of the 63 people involved,” Nadabo said.

PUNCH Metro reports that the tragic incident occurred around 1:00 pm on Sunday when a J5 bus carrying 63 children, mostly youngsters traveling to celebrate Eld El Maulud, collided with an oncoming articulated vehicle.

The Sector Commander, FRSC, in Kaduna State, Nadabo, had said, “The driver of the J5 bus lost control due to over speeding, resulting in the fatal crash. Fifteen children died instantly, while 48 others sustained varying degrees of injuries.”

However, Nadabo added that due to the nature of the injuries sustained during the crash, 10 more victims died bringing the toll number of fatalities to 25.

“Sadly, at about 18:45 hrs today(16/9/2024), the command received an update that 10 more victims had died due to injuries sustained. This is truly sad and tragic. The total amount of the deceased has risen to 25 people out of the 63 people involved.

“I want to express the Corps’ profound condolences to the families of all those who have lost their dear ones in this fatal accident. I also want to reiterate the FRSC stance and position on overloading of humans or goods and excess speeding. In this case, both contributed to the fatal calamities witnessed.

“These are avoidable, hence our resolve to continuously engage motorists on safety ethics and general Road behaviour. The FRSC Kaduna is poised to ensure the overall safety of motorists in Kaduna and beyond,” the Sector Commander added.

Nadabo emphasised the importance of road safety measures, urging drivers to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits to prevent such tragedies.

“This accident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of reckless driving. We urge drivers to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits to prevent such tragedies.”

An eyewitness described the scene as chaotic, saying, “I saw the bus swerve out of control and collide with the articulated vehicle.”

“It was a horrific sight, and my heart goes out to the families of the victims,” he added.

Nadabo said due to the nature of the accident and the injuries sustained, some of the victims were moved to the ABU Teaching Hospital at Shika, University of Jos Teaching Hospital and Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital respectively for proper and comprehensive medical attention.

He also said the FRSC had launched an investigation into the incident.

“This accident is a wake-up call for all drivers to prioritise road safety,” Nadabo said.

“We will continue to educate drivers on the importance of safe driving practices.”

As the families of the victims mourn their loved ones, the nation is reminded of the need for vigilance on the roads.

“We must learn from this tragedy and work towards preventing such incidents in the future,” Nadabo emphasised.

“Our thoughts are with the families of the victims during this difficult time,” Nadabo said.

Metro

One Dead, Eight Injured In Crash On Third Mainland Bridge

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3 days ago

September 17, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

No fewer than eight persons have been injured and one was reported dead in a head-on collision between two buses on the Third Mainland Bridge, near the Ilaje area of Lagos State on Monday.

The crash occurred as the two Mazda commercial buses, with number plates — LND 624 YE and EKY 804 YH, “recklessly engaged in a high-speed chase from Adeniji Adele,” according to a statement by the Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Adebayo Taofiq.

The statement noted that the intervention of the LASTMA officials “facilitated the rapid rescue of eight passengers, all of whom suffered severe fractures,” adding that this serves as a reminder of the “catastrophic consequences of irresponsible driving practices.”

“The injured were immediately transported to Gbagada General Hospital for urgent medical care, courtesy of the Lagos State Ambulance Services (LASAMBUS).

“Police units from Bariga and Alonge Police Stations were instrumental in providing critical security support during the rescue operation, ensuring order and expediting the efforts to restore normalcy.

“The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) reiterates its unwavering commitment to ensuring road safety and implores all motorists to strictly observe speed regulations and exercise caution while driving,” the statement read.

The agency also sympathised with the family of the bereaved and “wishes the injured a swift and full recovery.”

In another related development, an accident was recorded on Monday, involving a Honda CRV (AKD 743 HV), which overturned on the bridge near the University of Lagos’ waterfront, also inbound Iyana-Oworonsoki.

“The crash, attributed to excessive speeding, resulted in no casualties. LASTMA personnel acted swiftly to clear the wreckage, preventing any further obstruction to the free flow of traffic on the bridge,” it added.

PUNCH