PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES OTEGA OGRA ON ELECTION TO WORLD FEDERATION OF ADVERTISERS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. (PHOTO).

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 PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES OTEGA OGRA ON ELECTION TO WORLD FEDERATION OF ADVERTISERS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Bola Tinubu has congratulated his Senior Special Assistant on Digital Engagement, Strategy and New Media, Mr Otega Ogra, on his election to the Executive Committee of the World Federation of Advertisers (WFA). A statement by Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President, Information & Strategy, indicates that the election took place at the organisation’s Annual General Meeting during the Global Marketing Week Conference in Stockholm, Sweden. President Tinubu described the development as a significant step for Nigeria’s growing influence in global communications. He noted that Mr Ogra’s emergence as the only representative from West Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa on the Executive Committee reflects the depth of Nigerian expertise and the contribution of a new generation of young Nigerian professionals to global industry standards. Mr Ogra was elected to the Exec...

BANDIT LEADER ARRESTED FOR BURNING PRIEST'S HOUSE, KILLING SEMINARIAN IN KADUNA. (PHOTO).


 Bandit leader arrested for burning priest’s house, killing seminarian in Kaduna


Operatives of the Kaduna Police Command, have arrested one Yakubu Saidu, a suspected bandit leader, who allegedly masterminded the September 2023 attack on St. Raphael Catholic Church in Kamantan, Zangon Kataf Local Government Area.

Bandits razed the Priest’s house, burning a seminarian, Stephen Naaman during the attack. 

Kaduna police spolesman ASP Mansir Hassan said the suspect was arrested at Zangon Urban on Friday due to diligent pursuit of the case.

According to him: “In a commendable display of swift action and dedication to public safety, the Kaduna State Police Command, under the leadership of Commissioner CP ALI AUDU DABIGI psc, has successfully apprehended a notorious kidnapper, Yakubu Saidu, also known as Ismail ‘M’ who was involved in Banditry, Culpable homicide and mischief by fire.

“On 07 of September 2023, at approximately 2030hrs, the Officer in Charge of Fadan Kamanta, Zonkwa, alerted authorities of a distressing situation at St. Raphael Catholic Church, Kamantan, where suspected kidnappers had launched an attack.

“Despite the urgency of the situation, police operatives, in collaboration with military personnel, swiftly mobilized to the scene. Regrettably, the suspects had already set ablaze the priest’s residence before the arrival of the security personnel.

“Despite the valiant efforts, one seminarian, Stephen Naaman, tragically lost his life in the inferno and property worth millions of naira, including a Honda vehicle and a motorcycle, were consumed by the fire.

“Due to diligence and the tireless pursuit of the issue by the police, on the 22nd of March 2024, one Yakubu Saidu, the alleged mastermind and leader of the notorious kidnapping gang, was apprehended and he confessed to his involvement in the heinous crime.

“The Commissioner of Police CP ALI AUDU DABIGI psc, commends the police operatives for the swift and effective response to the distress call. Their dedication and bravery are a testament to their commitment to protecting the lives and property of the citizens of Kaduna State.

“The Kaduna State Police Command reassures the public of its unwavering resolve to combat crime and ensure the safety and security of all residents.”

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