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MURIC Kwara Chapter Calls For Probe to Unearth K!llers of Hafsoh Yetunde Lawal
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The Kwara State Chapter of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on the Kwara State Government and the Nigeria Police Force to ensure that the full weight of the law is brought upon the perpetrator(s) of the murder of Hafsoh Yetunde Lawal.
Barrister Taofeeq Jaji,Chairman,
MURIC Kwara State Chapter, made the call in a statement he signed in Ilorin and made a copy to The Reporters on Thursday in Lokoja.
He said the faith-based is deeply saddened and outraged by the gruesome and barbaric murder of Lawal Yetunde Hafsah, an innocent young girl whose life was brutally cut short in an act of sheer evil.
He said:” Justice must not only be served but must be seen to be served, as this will serve as a deterrent to other criminal elements in our society.
“This despicable crime is not only a tragedy for her family but also a grave assault on our collective humanity, national morality, and our culture of justice.
“We call on the Kwara State Government and the Nigeria Police Force to ensure that the full weight of the law is brought upon the perpetrator(s) of this heinous crime.
” Justice must not only be served but must be seen to be served, as this will serve as a deterrent to other criminal elements in our society.
“Furthermore, we strongly urge the authorities to broaden the scope of the investigation to uncover and bring to justice all those involved in this heinous trade of human body parts.
” It is imperative that the searchlight be beamed on any accomplices, collaborators, or criminal networks that may be aiding and abetting such barbaric activities.
“We cannot allow our society to become breeding ground for such gruesome acts. All those connected to this crime must be held accountable.
“While we commend the efforts of the Nigeria Police Force in swiftly apprehending the suspect, we strongly advise that law enforcement agencies handle this case with the utmost professionalism.
“Nonetheless, we wish to advise that the circulation of video clips and evidence gathered from the investigation to the public may not be quite professional. It may even be counterproductive. It may alert other accomplices involved in this dastardly act, giving them the opportunity to evade justice. Investigations of this nature require a high level of discretion.
“We therefore urge the police to maintain confidentiality in handling crucial evidence. The ultimate goal should be to ensure the successful prosecution of all culprits without jeopardizing the integrity of the investigation.”
The chairman reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of. MURIC to justice, peace, and the protection of human dignity.
Barrister Jaji also urged the government to take decisive action to curb the rising wave of ritual killings and the trafficking of human body parts.
MURIC also called on religious leaders, traditional rulers, IEDPU and other community stakeholders to rise against this evil and work towards a society where human life is sacred and inviolable.
The religious organization extended its heartfelt condolences to the family of Lawal Yetunde Hafsah, adding that it stands in solidarity with them in their quest for justice.
“We pray to Almighty Allah to forgive her sins, have mercy on her and grant her Al-Jannah Firdaus. May Allah also give her loved ones the strength to bear this irreparable loss,” MURIC prayed.
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says there will be a seven-hour power outage in some parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
In a statement, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, said the affected areas will experience blackout on Saturday, February 22, and Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day.
She attributed the action to scheduled annual preventive maintenance on two transformers.
“The Transmission Company of Nigeria informs the public that its maintenance crew will conduct annual preventive maintenance on the 2x100MVA, TR3 & TR4 transformers at the Apo 132/33kV Transmission Substation in Abuja,” the statement read.
“The planned power interruptions are unavoidable, as Abuja DisCo will be unable to receive bulk power supply from the transformers during the maintenance period. Power supply will be restored to the affected areas upon completion of the maintenance exercise.”
Transmission Line Tower – TCN
Mbah explained that on Saturday, February 22, the power disruptions will affect the National Hospital, G2 Injection Station, Garki, Area 1, and Asokoro for seven hours.
According to the statement, areas including Apo Legislative Quarters, Apo Resettlement, Gudu, Apo Mechanic, and surrounding areas will also experience a seven-hour power outage.
Mbah explained that the interruption is necessary as Abuja Electricity Distribution Company will be unable to receive bulk power supply from the affected transformers during the maintenance period.
TCN apologised for any inconvenience caused to the affected customers during this time.
“Power supply will be restored once the maintenance exercise is completed. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause the affected electricity customers,” the company said.
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of over 100 senior officers to higher ranks within the force.
The decision includes the elevation of 38 Assistant Commissioners of Police to Deputy Commissioners, alongside 100 Chief Superintendents of Police.
The approval was confirmed in a statement by the PSC Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, following an extraordinary plenary session held on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
The meeting was chaired by the PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), and attended by key officials, including retired Supreme Court Justice Adamu Paul Galmuje, DIG Taiwo Lakanu, and Chief Onyemuchi Nnamani.
Notable officers promoted to the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police include Emmanuel Deenom, Olufemi Takeet, and Yusuf Doki Sani, while others like Ibrahim Mohammed Agava and Akinloye Joseph Oyegade were promoted to Assistant Commissioners.
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The Federal University Lokoja has been shut down following students’ lingering protest.
The students began the protest on Monday following the killings of their colleagues by a trailer who rammed into the school shuttle bus, killing seven people instantly.
The closure of the school was disclosed in a circular with Ref. Number FUL/R/GEN/REGC/03 issued on Thursday by Dr. Rebecca Aimiohu Okojie, Registrar and Secretary to Council, and copied Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command Director, DSS Kogi State.
The circular reads “Following the unfortunate loss of the lives of five students to a tragic trailer accident at Felele city centre on Monday, 17 February, 2025, students have barricaded the gates of the university despite magnanimous interventions from the the State Government as well as frantic efforts and appeal by the University Management for calm.
“Accordingly, arising from the advice of the State Security Agencies and to forestall further loss of lives, the Vice-Chancellor after due consultation with Management, has decided on behalf of Senate, that the University (both campuses) be closed down Indefinitely within one hour of release of this circular.
“Students are therefore to vacate the campuses on/or before 12 noon today, Thursday, 20th February, 2025. Please note for strict compliance.”
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