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Police Arrest Kidnappers, Uncover Shallow Graves Of Victims In Ogun

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6 months ago

July 14, 2024

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Operatives of Ogun State Police command have arrested two kidnappers, who killed their victims, after collecting ransom from their families in Ijebu Igbo, Ijebu North local government area of the State.

Spokesperson for the command, Omolola Odutola, who disclosed this in Abeokuta, the State capital, said the arrest of the kidnappers led to the discovery of the shallow graves of 71-year-old farmer, Adekunle Ifelaja, and Ogunyemi Femi, who were allegedly killed by the suspects in Ijebu-Igbo forest.

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She stated that the two suspects; Chukwuma Bartholomew and Igwe Monday, were arrested through technical investigations on June 28, 2024, at about 6:20pm.

Odutola stated that the suspects, after confessing to the crime during interrogation, led the State Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alamutu, and the anti-kidnapping squad to the forest, where the corpses of the victims were exhumed.

She said, “They are responsible for kidnappings and abductions that have been recorded in the Ijebu-Igbo area. They kidnapped their victims, demanded ransom from their family members, and then killed them.

“They then took them to a forest in Ijebu-Igbo, where they dug a shallow grave and buried them. They were arrested by our anti-kidnapping squad after a thorough investigation, which led the team to the hideouts of the criminals on June 28, 2024, in Ijebu-Igbo.

“After their confession, the suspects took the CP and members of the anti-kidnapping units to the forest where they buried the victims to exhume the corpses.”

The arrest came six months after the last operation in which their victim, 71-year-old Sunday Adekunle Ifelaja, popularly known as Adeife, did not return home after his kidnappers collected ransom.

It was gathered that on November 23, 2023, the suspects, part of a 7-man criminal syndicate, stormed the home of 34-year-old Femi on November 23, 2023, abducted him and took him to an unknown location.

They allegedly made a video of Femi and sent it to his family to demand ransom.

According to the police, the suspects killed the victim despite receiving ransom from his family.

Similarly, after abducting the elderly 71-year-old farmer at Oke-Sopen in Ijebu-Igbo on December 31, 2023, the suspects reportedly recorded a video of the septuagenarian man and sent it to his family via WhatsApp, demanding a ransom for his release.

According to the police, the farmer was killed and buried in one of the shallow graves despite the payment.

“On June 28, 2024, the Anti-Kidnapping Squad made a massive breakthrough in the hunt for the kidnappers when through technical-based investigation, they discovered the hideout of the criminals in Ijebu-Igbo.

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SAD! Former Speaker Dimeji Bankole, loses mother

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39 minutes ago

January 10, 2025

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Alhaja Monsurat Atinuke Amoke Bankole, mother of former House of Representatives Speaker, Rt. Hon. Dimeji Bankole, has passed.

Alhaja Monsurat was a devout Muslim, philanthropist, and committed community leade during her life and times.

She founded Al Mönsur Islamic Society.

She also held prominent Islamic titles, including Iya Adinni of Egbaland and Iya Sunnah of Alasalatu Society of Nigeria and West Africa.

Burial, according to the family, would take place today, Friday, January 10, 2025, in Abeokuta by 4pm.

She is survived by her husband, Chief Suarau Olayiwola Alani Bankole, a Nigerian Egba businessman and chieftain from Ogun State, who holds the Yoruba chieftaincy titles of the Oluwo of Iporo Ake and the Apena of Egbaland,, children, grandchildren, and several blood relations.

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Photos: Senator Manu lights up Kurmi LGA in Taraba Central, installs 50 solar powered streetlights

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50 minutes ago

January 10, 2025

Austin Ojomah

Still disturbed over power outage in his district, Senator Manu Haruna of Taraba Central Senatorial District again lights up Kurmi LGA in Taraba Central.

This laudable development is coming barely two weeks after the tireless Senator connected Gunduma Ward to the National Grid that attracted dignitaries from the district during its inauguration ceremony.

Senator Manu install 50 solar powered streetlights in Kurmi LGA, Taraba Central

Manu has continued to demonstrate his dedication to improving the lives of his constituents through infrastructure and development projects.

Senator Manu install 50 solar powered streetlights in Kurmi LGA, Taraba Central

On Thursday, 50 solar streetlights were installed in Kurmi Local Government Area, received by the Executive Chairman of Kurmi LGA, Hon. Moses Maihankali, alongside Senator Haruna Manu’s campaign organization.

The solar streetlights have significantly enhanced the look of Baissa, the headquarters of Kurmi LGA, eliminating darkness in key areas and improving safety and visibility. the project ensures that critical areas within the community benefit from the enhanced lighting.

Senator Manu install 50 solar powered streetlights in Kurmi LGA, Taraba Central

Hon. Moses Maihankali lauded Senator Manu’s commitment, not only to Kurmi but across Taraba Central Senatorial District. He commended the Senator’s dedication to infrastructure, healthcare, and humanitarian services, noting that his actions have earned him political trust, respect, and goodwill within the state.

Recall that, Senator Manu’s earlier efforts to connect Kurmi LGA to the national grid, further reinforcing his commitment to providing reliable power to the Senatorial District.

By installing the solar streetlights, Senator Manu ensures an immediate solution to power issues while contributing to the economic growth of Kurmi.

Senator Manu install 50 solar powered streetlights in Kurmi LGA, Taraba Central

Senator Haruna Manu’s focus on sustainable projects continues to position him as a transformative leader in Taraba State.

His investments in infrastructure and human capital development underscore his resolve to address key challenges facing his constituents, paving the way for long-term progress and prosperity.