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Hoodlums attack Ogun community, eight arrested
On Friday, a group of armed individuals, described as hoodlums, carried out an invasion in Yobo village, situated in the Ewekoro Local Government Area of Ogun State. The individuals were reportedly armed with AK-47 rifles and other weapons, with intentions to attack the village.
According to a statement from Omolola Odutola, the Police Public Relations Officer in Ogun, the armed group targeted the residence of a person named Wakili Olalekan in Yobo village. Odutola mentioned that in response to a distress call from a member of the community, the Divisional Police Officer of Ibogun quickly mobilized police personnel to the scene.
It was revealed that the hoodlums had been invited to the location by another resident named Olusesan Ogaode, who shared the same address. The police officers from Ibogun effectively cordoned off the entire area, thwarting the intended attack.
As a result of their efforts, eight suspected hoodlums were apprehended. The individuals taken into custody were identified as Adebila Adebayo (32), Kola Amosun (35), Abiola Lanre (20), Fakeye Gabriel (30), Lekan Adeleye (15), Adewale Ogaode (26), Oluwasesan Ogaode (25), Vincent Mercy (20), and Ajibade Rachael (19).
It was clarified that their plan was to carry out an attack on the village, but the police’s superior intelligence disrupted their plans, leading to their arrest.
During the operation, the police recovered an unregistered white Highlander vehicle, an unregistered Green Mazda 626 Saloon car, one live AK-47 ammunition, two live cartridges, two knives, and several charms from the suspects.
The Commissioner of Police in Ogun, Abiodun Alamutu, has ordered preliminary investigations to be conducted, and the suspects will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a thorough investigation
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Minimum wage: Soludo tackles Ajaero, denies inciting other governors
The Anambra State governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has described allegations by the president of the Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC, Comrade Joe Ajaero, that he was inciting other governors against accepting N70,000 minimum wage as false.
Comrade Ajaero made the accusation during an interview on national TV.
In a press statement by his Press Secretary, Mr Christian Aburime, Soludo denied that he was running an anti-workers government in Anambra, while also listing his numerous achievements for workers in the state.
According to the statement: “The state government wishes to categorically debunk these allegations.
“In fact, at no time did Governor Soludo incite or influence other state governors against paying the proposed N70,000 minimum wage.
“The government of Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo has enjoyed a smooth and cordial relationship with the labour leaders in Anambra State, even as at the time of issuing this statement, no letter of notice of industrial action has been received by the state government.”
Governor Soludo urged NLC and all workers in the state to disregard such allegations and recognise the substantial progress and numerous initiatives undertaken by his administration to enhance worker welfare and human capital development.
He said the proposed strike was unnecessary and counterproductive at this juncture, as it might seem like the NLC leadership is being politically influenced by desperate external actors to orchestrate an artificial industrial crisis in Anambra State.
CREDIT: DAILY POST
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Lagos court jails medical doctor, Anuoluwapo Adepoju over failed plastic surgery
The Federal High Court in Lagos State has convicted and sentenced Dr. Anuoluwapo Adepoju, founder of MedContour Services, for a botched plastic surgery that led to the death of Nneka Onwuzuligbo in 2020. Justice Mohammed Liman sentenced her to one year in prison but offered an alternative of a ₦100,000 fine.
Babatunde Irukera, former Director-General of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), expressed his satisfaction with the verdict on his X handle. He wrote, “Today is a proud day for me as I personally prosecuted Anu Adepoju and her medical practice. Although I have left, the conviction underscores the importance of accountability for everyone in society, professionals included. This is how society should function and evolve. Anu Adepoju and her practice were convicted on all five counts charged by FCCPC. The wheels of justice may turn slowly, but perseverance is key. A good day for consumers of professional services.”
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NCC warns Nigerians against use of pre-registered SIM cards
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a strong warning to Nigerians about the dangers of purchasing pre-registered SIM cards, emphasizing that this practice is illegal and could result in severe penalties, including imprisonment.
The NCC warned that individuals using pre-registered SIM cards might unintentionally become involved in crimes such as identity theft, financial fraud, kidnapping, and armed robbery.
Furthermore, the NCC noted that pre-registered SIM cards compromise the accuracy of consumer information and hinder efforts to track criminals effectively. Using these SIM cards undermines the reliability of data collected on consumers, making it difficult for authorities to identify and apprehend the true criminals.
The NCC’s message aims to educate the public on the risks associated with pre-registered SIM cards and to encourage adherence to legal guidelines to enhance national security.
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