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Angry mob sets two revenue collectors ablaze in Anambra
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
An angry mob has reportedly set ablaze two yet-to-be-identified revenue collectors of the Anambra State Government for causing a tipper driver to ram and kill a bystander at the Old Market Road along Venn Road by Egerton Bus Stop in Onitsha, Anambra State.
The incident, which occurred on Friday, caused confusion, thereby leading to gridlock in the area.
Eyewitnesses near the scene said the tipper driver lost control of the vehicle and rammed into the bystander as the revenue touts were dragging the steering of the vehicle with him.
According to sources, the revenue collectors were chasing the tipper driver over a payment they wanted him to make before he rammed into the man.
One of the sources said, “There was chaos in Onitsha as an angry mob set ablaze about two revenue touts, while four others were lucky as they managed to escape. The revenue collectors, numbering about six were chasing the tipper driver over a certain amount they asked him to pay.
“As they were chasing him, some of them were dragging the steering with him, but unfortunately, in the process, the tipper driver lost control and rammed into a passerby, killing him instantly.
“Immediately, the revenue collectors saw the damage they had caused; they tried to flee the scene, but the Onitsha mob got angry and descended on them, setting ablaze two of them instantly while four of them managed to escape.
“This is one death too many that has been going on in Anambra in the last two years. The person who the tipper driver rammed into was a known person. We cannot continue like this anymore. These revenue touts of the state government have killed more Ndi Anambra than non-state actors.”
Another source and a trader in the area also said, “Onitsha was hot this morning at Egerton by Old Market Road. Revenuemen were dragging steering with a tipper driver because he refused to bribe them, and in the process, the vehicle ran over an innocent man.
“Then, seeing the result of their stupid action, they tried to run away. But the angry people chased and caught two of them and set them on fire.”
The videos of the incident showing the burnt corpses of the revenue collectors have been making the rounds on social media to corroborate the story.
The Chairman of the association, Ebuka Unekwe, who also confirmed the development, lamented that the revenue collectors have been a pain on the neck of tipper drivers in the last two years.
When contacted on the development, on Saturday, the Anambra State Police Command’s spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the development, saying the police have responded swiftly to bring the situation under control.
He said, “Anambra Police responded swiftly on the receipt of the fatal accident that happened within that area.
“We are already working with the relevant authorities to ascertain what happened and find an amicable solution to such, especially on future occurrences.
A family of three has been killed by suspected terrorists at Lighitlubang village, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The husband, wife, and their child were attacked by the terrorists while they were asleep on Friday night.
Sunday PUNCH also gathered that another husband and wife were killed by the assailants.
One of the villagers, Moses Bankat, confirmed the incident to our correspondent.
He said, “It happened at about midnight on 31/01/2025. Some suspected Fulani terrorists entered Lighitlubang village in Bungha District of Mangu Local Government and killed a family of five—a man, his wife, and child—along with another man and his wife, all slaughtered.”
It was learnt that the attack has sent shockwaves through the community, with many residents expressing fear and anxiety.
The incident is the latest in a series of attacks blamed on terrorists in the region.
The spokesman for the Plateau State Police Command, Alabo Alfred said security agents had been deployed to the affected community to maintain peace and order while an investigation had begun.
“I will get details from the DPO when they return from the bush because they have gone there,” the PPRO said.
The black market (parallel market) exchange rate for the US Dollar (USD) to Nigerian Naira (NGN) on Saturday, February 1, 2025 is as follows:
Buying Rate: ₦1630
Selling Rate: ₦1640
This rate is based on transactions at the Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market), according to sources from Bureau De Change (BDC) operators.
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Official Rate
While the black market rate is widely used, it is important to note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not recognize the parallel market and encourages individuals to obtain foreign exchange through their respective banks. The official rates for the CBN are:
Highest Rate: ₦1517
Lowest Rate: ₦1490
Important Note
Please note that actual buying or selling rates may vary slightly depending on the location and the Bureau De Change you are dealing with. The rates shared here are an average estimate based on recent observations.
Popular Nollywood actor, Chiwetalu Agu, has strongly advised singles to prioritize their safety over the pressure of staying in a toxic or abusive marriage.
His comments come in the wake of the ongoing public attention surrounding singer 2Baba’s divorce from his wife, Annie Idibia.
In a video shared on his Instagram page on Saturday, Agu warned the public against succumbing to peer pressure or desperation to marry, emphasizing that marriage is not a do-or-die affair. He urged people, especially those in unhealthy relationships, to either seek help or leave before it’s too late.
“Marriage is not a do-or-die affair. If you have an abusive partner or are in a toxic relationship, run for your life,” Agu said.
“If you are not happy in your marriage, seek help or leave for your own safety. Divorce is better than resting in peace.”
Agu also shared a cautionary tale, stressing that remaining in dangerous relationships can lead to devastating outcomes. He referenced a tragic case where a woman was burned to death by her husband, leaving her children without a mother.
“Who will take care of the kids? Is it the husband who killed you, or the relatives who love their own families?” Agu pointed out.
The actor also emphasized the importance of background checks before committing to a marriage, warning against choosing a partner based solely on superficial traits like beauty or handsomeness.
“Don’t let the pressure of seeing your peers married push you into a dangerous relationship. I pray we don’t make life-altering mistakes in the name of marriage,” he concluded, offering his prayers for wisdom in choosing relationships.
Agu’s advice serves as a reminder to singles and those in unhealthy marriages to prioritize their well-being and personal safety over societal expectations and pressure.
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