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 An 11-year-old Georgia girl passed away in house fire after going back in for her dog. Katelyn Simond sadly passed away in a house fire on April 6th. When the family's home caught fire, the family was able to escape unharmed.  However, once outside the home, Katelynn realized that her puppy was still upstairs. Katelynn then ran back into the home and up the stairs never to return. The house was fully engulfed in flames when Spalding County Firefighters arrived and they were not able to save Katelynn.  One firefighter was injured in an attempt and was taken to the hospital for treatment. Katelynn's family is absolutely devastated and struggling with the tragic loss of a girl they described as, "a joy of life".

 Armed and dangerous man being sought in connection to a murder.  The press release includes that he is a former police officer because officers believe it should be known he is well-trained with the weapons he is reportedly carrying right now.  Police in Mississippi are searching for 33-year-old Marcus Johnson. He is being sought in connection to the murder of 25-year-old Carlos Collins. Carlos Collins was found deceased at the Tapestry North Ridge Apartments early this (Tuesday) morning as a result of multiple gunshot wounds. Carlos was a local nurse and his family says he had filed multiple restraining orders against Johnson. Johnson is wanted for murder and shooting into an occupied dwelling. He served as a Jackson Police officer in 2013 before resigning to avoid disciplinary actions. He was an officer for 8 months. This information is added as simply background information. Police say he is considered, "armed and very dangerous at this point." He is well trained with fir

 Gombe Court Jails Three Fraudsters for Employment Fraud   Justice J.A Kereng of the Gombe State High Court sitting in Gombe,  on Monday,  April 8,2024 convicted and sentenced the duo of Ibrahim Abdullahi and Umar Usman to various jail terms for obtaining the sum of N682,847.00 ( Six Hundred and Eighty- Two Thousand Eight Hundred and Forty-Seven Naira only) under false pretences . He also sentenced Mohammed Sala Soja to six years imprisonment.  All the three convicts were jailed for employment fraud.    Abdullahi and Usman were separately arraigned on three count charges  of cheating and employment scam by the Gombe Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. The charge against Ibrahim Abdullahi reads: "That you,  Ibrahim Abdullahi sometimes in October 2020 and January 2021 in Gombe,  Gombe State within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, obtained the Polaris ATM Card properties of Aminu Adamu Idris  and Muhammed Saidu Jibril, which you claimed was

 Two Internet Fraudsters Bag Jail Terms in Kaduna   The Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured the conviction and sentencing of two internet fraudsters before Justice Balarabe Buhari of the Kaduna State High Court sitting in Kaduna. They were jailed on Wednesday April 3,  2024 on  one- count separate charges bordering on cybercrimes.  The convicts are Aaron Barnabas (a.k.a Helena Antonio) and Bosan Godwin Yacham(a.k.a Will Parfitt).   The one -count charge for Barnabas reads:" Aaron Barnabas (a.k.a Helena Antonio) Sometimes in October, 2023 in Kaduna, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, impersonated one Helena Antonio on Facebook, obtained the sum of $200 (Two Hundred United States of America Dollars) from Mauro Nunes and unsuspecting persons, and you thereby committed cheating by impersonation, an offence contrary to Section 308 of the Penal Code Law, 2017 of Kaduna State and punishable under Section 309 of the same L

 A New York teacher that told his students to "save the date for the 2024 eclipse" way back in 1978, was surprised to see 100 of his former students show up at his home to watch the eclipse!  Back in 1978 Patrick Moriarty was a science teacher in Rochester, New York. During a lesson he told his students about an eclipse that was still almost 50 years in the future. Patrick told the students to "circle April 8th 2024 on their calendar so they could all meet up and watch it together".  Moriarty says they looked at him like he was crazy back then, so he was completely blind sided by what happened on Monday!  On the day of the eclipse, Patrick was overjoyed when some of his former Spry Junior High School students showed up at his home. It had been 46 years since he was their science teacher!  The crowd began to trickle in carrying lawn chairs and refreshments. By the time of the eclipse, 100 former students had shown up to enjoy the eclipse with their teacher. Patrick s

 “Nigeria just charged me $215 for a 1-month, single entry visa. Again. I was here 3 weeks ago - paid the same $215. This is actually my 3rd time in Nigeria this year, so they have made $645 from me in 2024 alone. The visa itself costs $25 but Nigeria charges a $20 "processing fee" and $170 for biometrics every time. My fingerprints haven't changed since I was here 3 weeks ago, why am I paying $170 to have them taken and to pose for a picture each time I visit? Isn't that a standard part of admitting someone into a country? How can we achieve about a borderless Africa, or the promise of the AfCFTA, if we charge Africans $215 for a single-entry visa?  In the 3 weeks since I was last in Lagos, I went to Uganda, South Africa and Ghana where I don't need a visa with a Kenyan passport. In fact, I've also been to South Africa 3 times this year. It cost me $0, like the ancestors intended.  Nigeria's visa-on-arrival system is similar to the "visa-free" d

 NIGERIAN ARMY TROOPS DESTROY NOTORIOUS TERRORIST'S KINGPIN's DEN IN ZAMFARA, NEUTRALIZE TERRORIST Nigerian Army troops deployed  for Counter Terrorism Counter Insurgency operations have raided the den of a notorious terrorist kingpin known as Yellow Janbros at Dangunu Village in Maru Local Government Area  of Zamfara State, resulting in the elimination of a terrorist and recovery of fire arm.  During the operation on 8 April 2024, troops successfully attacked the den of the notorious terrorists  responsible for kidnappings and other acts of terrorism in parts of North West Nigeria. The troops overpowered and dislodged the terrorists and neutralized one of them. The gallant troops also recovered one AK- 47 Rifle, One AK-47 Magazine, 30 rounds of 7.62 mm Special and one hundred and fifty bags of stolen grains . The terrorists' enclave have been completely destroyed. The Nigerian Army remains committed mitigating security challenges and will leave no stone unturned to rid the

 A Georgia woman goes on a shooting spree on a Florida interstate, she said God told her to "because of the eclipse". 22-year-old Taylon Celestine told hotel staff at a Florida hotel she was going on a shooting spree, because god had instructed her to do so on account of the eclipse. She then got in her purple Dodge Charger and got on Interstate 10. After traveling roughly 5 miles she opened fire on a vehicle driving next to her. The vehicle was struck multiple times, however the driver was able to evade her and escape any serious injury. Celestine then opened fire on another vehicle traveling on I-10 unfortunately this driver wasn't able to escape injury and was struck in the neck. After this, Celestine exited the interstate at a rest area.  Once in the rest area Celestine attempted to re-enter the interstate. At this point multiple law enforcement agencies had been made aware of the dangerous situation.  A Flordia State Trooper noticed the vehicle described in the shoot

 Sokoto Cleric Leads Eid Prayers, Dares Scholars With Contrary View Sheikh Musa Lukwa, a Sokoto-based cleric, on Tuesday, led his followers to observe eid prayer. The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) under the leadership of Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, had declared Wednesday as the first of Shawwal and Eid day, commemorating the completion of the 2024 Ramadan fast. The council said the crescent moon was not sighted on Monday, the same view earlier espoused by Saudi Arabia authorities. But Lukwa, who has over the years disobeyed the Sultan’s directive on moon sighting, led prayers at his Juma’at mosque around 8:30am. Justifying the action, Lukwa said the moon of Shawwal was sighted in neighbouring Niger Republic on Monday “There were reports of sightings on the new crescent in many places, including here in Nigeria, but the one that we were sure of is that of Niger Republic.” “We have a verified video clip of their council of Ulamah authentic

 Fed Govt deploys apps to monitor ministers’ performance ....Lawmakers’ constituency projects for monitoring The stage is set for ministers to present their scorecards on the delivery of ministries on the eight priority areas of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination/Head of Central Coordination Delivery Unit (CDCU), Ms. Hadiza Bala-Usman, dropped the hint in Abuja yesterday. They (ministers) were told by the President that will undergo compulsory periodic (quarterly) assessment to rate their performances in line with the identified priority areas. The Tinubu’s administration also designed and released a Citizens’ Delivery Tracker App to monitor the performance of ministers and their portfolios. Nigerians can use device to give feedback to the government on policies, programmes and projects. The implementation of constituency projects allocated to senators and House of Representatives members are to be assessed too. Ms. Bala-Usman, who

 Stop chasing people who don’t resonate with you – Funke Akindele Box office queen, Funke Akindele has shared a cryptic post hours after being called out by late actress Adejumoke’s brother for ‘eye-service’. Aderounmu Adejumoke passed away and Funke Akindele, who starred in a film with her, expressed condolences over the loss. However, Adejumoke’s brother claimed that the actress never reached out to his sister during all the times she was sick despite calls to her. His claim sparked a controversy online and many lambasted the actress for this. Funke Akindele took to her Instagram page to share a quote speaking on wanting to start respecting energies and ceasing to chase people who don’t resonate with her. “Start respecting your energy and stop chasing people who don’t resonate with you,” the post reads.

 Spanish embassy stops  Future Eagles  from UEFA Tourney Nigeria’s Future Eagles have pulled out of the forthcoming UEFA U-16 development tournament after the Spanish embassy denied them visa to travel for the competition. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced the team’s withdrawal from the competition in a tweet .  “Players and officials of the Nigeria U15 team, Future Eagles, have been denied visas by the Spanish UEFA U-16 development tournament is an annual competition featuring four national teams. The Embassy and will therefore not be travelling to participate in the UEFA U-16 Development Tournament starting on Friday,” the tweet reads. The tournament is focused on the development of young talents. Although the competition is organised by UEFA, non-European nations are also invited to participate. The 2024 edition is billed to be held at the Pinatar Arena Football Centre in San Pedro del Pinatar, Murcia, Spain. According to NFF, the Future Eagles were given a “special in

 LP crisis: NLC ‘sacks’ Abure-led NWC, sets up transition committee The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) says it has sacked the Julius Abure-led national working committee (NWC) of the Labour Party (LP). In a communique issued at the end of its political commission stakeholders meeting in Abuja, the NLC passed a vote of no-confidence on the March 27 national convention that re-elected Abure as chairman. The NLC said it approved the constitution of a transition committee at its stakeholders’ meeting, under the leadership of the NLC political commission, to manage the affairs of the party in the interim. The stakeholders resolved that the transition committee should conduct the affairs of the party pending the conduct of an all-inclusive and expansive national convention. “That the Transition Committee shall immediately set up an assets recovery process of all the properties of the Labour Party,” the communique reads. “The Transition Committee shall also ensure that all the cases of fraud,

 Olubadan throne to remain vacant says second-in-command   The Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin is ill and not physically fit to rule as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, The Nation has learnt.  The Otun-Balogun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Abimbola Ajibola, stated this on Tuesday.  Olubadan stool became vacant after the demise of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, who reigned for two years and died at 81. Olakulehin would rank among the oldest monarchs to ascend to the position. Ajibola, who made this known in a briefing at his Sanyo private residence in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, said the Olubadan-Designate be given time to get well before he is pronounced.  He said: “What is in need for hurry? Someone (Olakulehin) we have not seen. He has not spoken with us. He has not spoken with Ibadan people. “I am his second in command, I’m his lieutenant. He has not called me to say, ‘My Otun, I’m back. So, tell your people. And when are you seeing me?’ They are just fo

 GOVERNOR UZODIMMA GRANTS AUTOMATIC EMPLOYMENT TO FIRST CLASS IMO LAW GRADUATES  In a significant move aimed at recognizing academic excellence, His Excellency Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, has approved the immediate employment of two outstanding Imo indigenes, Barr. Chinonso Oparaji and Barr. (Mrs.) Chipuruime Udeh.  The duo, who achieved First Class honors in Law both at Imo State University and the Nigerian Law School, received the prestigious offer during a recent visit to the Government House in Owerri.  Accompanied by dignitaries including the Vice Chancellor of Imo State University, Prof. U.U. Chukwumaeze (SAN), and the Chief Judge of Imo State, Hon. Theresa Chikeka, the graduates were warmly received by Governor Uzodimma.  Underscoring the value of hard work and dedication, the Governor praised the efforts of the university management and faculty in fostering an environment conducive to academic success. He reaffirmed his commitment to uplifting the educational sector in

The Kano High Court will on April 17, 2024, arraign the immediate past governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, on charges bothering on allegations of bribery, diversion, and misappropriation of funds, including the purported acceptance of $413,000 and N1.38bn in bribes. The Kano State Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Haruna Dederi, who confirmed the development, said Ganduje would be arraigned alongside his wife and six others. The accused individuals, as listed in the writ of summon, include Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, Hafsat Umar, Abubakar Bawuro, Umar Abdullahi Umar, Jibrilla Muhammad, Lamash Properties Ltd, Safari Textiles Ltd, and Lesage General Enterprises. The Kano State Government, which initiated the criminal suit against the eight respondents, has declared its readiness to present 15 witnesses to testify before Justice Usman Na’aba of State High Court number four. “It is very true. We have filed the case and it’s going to hold on the 17th of April, 2024. What I ca

 South Africa’s Ex-President Zuma Wins Court Bid To Run For Election A South African court on Tuesday allowed former president Jacob Zuma to run in May’s general elections, overturning an earlier decision by electoral authorities barring him over a previous conviction. The electoral court ruled in favour of Zuma, 81, who is fronting uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK), a new opposition party that has become a dark horse in the election race. “The decision of the Electoral Commission… is set aside,” the electoral court wrote in its ruling seen by AFP. It did not provide an explanation of how the verdict was reached. South Africa is to hold general elections on May 29 in what is expected to be the most competitive vote since the advent of democracy in 1994. Zuma’s ability to run could be a key factor in the elections’ outcome. Banking on Zuma’s popularity, MK is expected to cut well into the vote share of the already embattled ruling African National Congress (ANC) — the ex-president’s former politic

 Report suspicious activities during Eid-El-Fitr, DSS urges Nigerians The Department of State Services has urged Nigerians to report suspicious activities during the Eid-El-Fitr celebration. The service had on March 4, 2024, urged citizens to be vigilant against public dangers, especially Improvised Explosive Devices, urging Nigerians to stay informed about potential threats and avoid crowded or suspicious areas. However, in a statement on Tuesday, the Director of PR and Strategic Communications, DSS, Peter Afunanya, assured Nigerians that the service would work in collaboration with other security agencies to ensure the security of the citizens during the festive period. The statement read, “Similarly, everyone is advised to be security conscious as well as report suspicious activities to security and law enforcement organisations.

 Türkiye restricts trade with Israel until ceasefire in Gaza Turkish trade ministry's restrictions against Israel cover the export of 54 product groups, including rebar, aluminium, flat steel, marble, and ceramics. Türkiye restricts trade with Israel until ceasefire in Gaza Turkish trade ministry's restrictions against Israel cover the export of 54 product groups, including rebar, aluminium, flat steel, marble, and ceramics. The statement emphasised that all decisions are in accordance with international law and aim to hold Israel accountable for its obligations under international humanitarian law. /Photo: AA OTHERS The statement emphasised that all decisions are in accordance with international law and aim to hold Israel accountable for its obligations under international humanitarian law. /Photo: AA Türkiye has announced sweeping trade restrictions on Israel as a punitive measure against Tel Aviv's brutal war on Palestine that has killed more than 33,000 people in just o

 STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE  PRESIDENT TINUBU GREETS THE MUSLIM UMMAH AT EID-EL-FITR, CALLS FOR A UNION OF WILLS AND ACTION TO BUILD THE NATION President Bola Ahmed Tinubu felicitates the Muslim Ummah at Eid-el-Fitr, an auspicious occasion that signifies the end of Ramadan; a hallowed season which reflects total submission to God Almighty and to His command of sacrifice and service to humankind. The President greets the Muslim faithful in Nigeria and all around the world, praying that their supplications and sacrifices this season and even after will receive the fitting rewards from Almighty Allah. As he emphasized during an iftar with Nigeria's leaders of thought and conscience, President Tinubu appeals to all citizens to come together and rededicate themselves to the noble duty of building the nation, stating: "We are the sculptor, and Nigeria is the clay; we build it the way we desire".  The President prays that the lessons, blessings, and the joys of this season abide

 EFCC Grills Eight Suspected Oil Thieves in Uyo The Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC, has commenced investigation of alleged illegal activities of eight suspected dealers in petroleum products without appropriate licences. The arrested suspects are: Pere Ebiye (Captain), Okon David (DeckMan) , Enuwa Wilson (Cook) , Wesley Okon (DeckMan) , Ade Ojo Idowu (Asst. Engineer) , Oluwadamire Abraham (DeckMan) , Oluwole Azuzu (Asst. Captain)  and Taiwo Adebanwo (Chief Engineer) . They were arrested on Friday February 23, 2024, onboard a wooden boat, MV Jasmine, which was laden with 30, 000 (Thirty Thousand) litres of petroleum products suspected to be crude, bunkered in a cellophane- sealed compartment of the boat and in four Geepee tanks. Both the arrested crew members and the exhibits were handed over to the Commission on Tuesday April 3, 2024 by the Commanding Officer Captain (NN) Uche Aneke of the Nigeria Navy Ship, Forward Operating Base Ibaka, in Akwa

 HUMAN CAPACITY BUILDING: NIGERIA POLICE OFFICERS EXCEL AT U.S TRAINING PROGRAM. The officers of the NPF have excelled at the just concluded US Special Program for Embassy Augmentation Response (SPEAR) team mission at Amman, Jordan. The training, which commenced on the 10th of March 2024 and concluded on the 3rd of April 2024, was designed to enhance the team's skills in responding to various emergencies and tactical situations. The program was conducted by the US Navy Seals and covered a wide range of topics, including several tactical drills and assessments, ensuring a well-rounded and thorough learning experience. The NPF is incredibly proud of these gallant men for their commitment and hard work throughout the training program as they were lauded as the best set to ever be trained. This achievement not only demonstrates their dedication to professional growth but also strengthens the capabilities of the Nigeria Police Force towards improved service delivery and sustainable nati

 Police hunt for 2Baba’s ally, ‘General’ 2man, in Rivers The CP Olatunji Disu-led Rivers State Police Command has taken its war against cultism to the camp of one Ikem Thankgod notoriously called General 2man, known as a close ally to 2Baba, the neutralised killer of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), SP. Bako Angbasim. General 2man was said to be a terror in the Ahoada West Local Government Area and neighboring local government areas with one of his nefarious activities being the shooting to death of Inspector Usang Ude on April 13, 2023.  A team of police officers was reportedly deployed to the Ogbologbo community in Ahoada West on Monday to bring an end to the reign of terror of General 2man. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP. Grace Iringe-Koko, said during the operation, General 2man and his gang opened fire on the police tactical team.  The statement said though the kingpin evaded arrest, his second-in-command, ThankGod Uchechi aka, ‘Pastor SP,’ and his third-in-com

 “Wetin Your Own Papa Do?” – Isaac Fayose Questions Samklef Over Claim That Davido’s Newly Acquired Private Jet Belongs To His Father His words: “Have you noticed that people wey dey run people down, dem no dey get anything. People wey no dey happy for others, dey no dey get anything, dey are always down. Davido said he bought private jet for $75million, that’s over N100billion. That money can buy a bank in Nigeria. Davido said he bought a private jet, yet one producer wey he career don finish for America, wey no get bicycle, said it was his father who owned it. Why didn’t you all ask him what his own father was using his morning and afternoon to do that he couldn’t buy a private jet for Samklef to use? Or what his family used their life to do, that he doesn’t have a bicycle in America. You are a producer in Nigeria but your career is finished here, they snuggled you to go do refugee for America. When someone dey share him happiness, you’re saying no be him get am. No wonder you are on

 A Banker Stabs Wife To Death, Kills Himself After Discovering She's Dating A Politician & DNA Proves Their Baby Belongs to Her Sugar Daddy  An eight-month-old baby has tragically become an orphan after its 44-year-old father, a banker from Lusaka’s Meanwood Phase One area, took his own life following the alleged strangulation and stabbing of his 35-year-old wife. Authorities report that Mike Ilishebo used an electric power cord to strangle Valarie Franco before stabbing her in the stomach and consuming poison. The couple, said to have had a troubled marriage since their wedding last April, leave behind their infant child. The incident occurred April 3 afternoon between 15:00 and 16:00, according to police spokesperson Rae Hamoonga. Ilishebo used a power adapter cable to strangle his wife in their bedroom before fatally stabbing her. He then ingested a poisonous substance in an apparent attempt to evade justice. The matter was reported to Chelston Police Station, and upon arriv

 Dubai Police Arrests 494 Individuals Involved in Phone Fraud Targeting Bank Customers As Dubai Police, represented by the General Department of Criminal Investigation, arrested 494 individuals involved in 406 phone fraud cases targeting bank customers under the guise of "updating banking information" over the past year.  The fraudsters utilised various deceptive methods, including phone calls, emails, SMS, and social media links, to trick victims and access their savings and bank accounts. Dubai Police seized significant amounts of money, mobile phones, laptops, and SIM cards used to execute these scams. The Dubai Police reiterated that fraud is a criminal offence, punishable under the Federal Law by Decree No. (31) of 2021 Promulgating the Crimes and Penalties Law and the Federal Decree-Law No. 34 of 2021 On Countering Rumours and Cybercrimes, ensuring strict offender penalties. Advisory on Protecting Personal Banking Information Brigadier Harib Al Shamsi, Acting Director o

 Funke Akindele mourns Aderounmu Adejumoke Nollywood actress and movie producer Funke Ankidele took to Instagram to mourn the loss of Aderounmu Adejumoke, who reportedly passed on the 6th of April, 2024. She made a brief repost from someone’s page, where the details of Adejumoke’s burial was posted. In addition, Funke Akindele wrote, “Sad!!! Rest well Jumoke”. Funke Akindele’s post clearly didn’t sit well with Aderounmu Adejumoke’s brother, as he called her out for being pretentious and showing fake love, as earlier reported by Kemi Filani. There has been no response so far from Funke Akindele regarding the allegations leveraged against her Aderounmu Adejumoke and Funke Akindele worked together on the series Jennifer’s Diary, and she appeared in a lot of episodes. The cause of Aderounmu Adejumoke’s death remains largely unknown, and the family hasn’t come out to explain her cause of death. It seems the family intends to keep everything private, as there was no official announcement on

 Hotel Owner Arrested For Killing Suspected Handset Thief In Imo One Ibe Obasi, 38, has been arrested by the Imo State Police Command for allegedly causing the death of Ebuka Udemba, 25, an indigene of Umuokpa in Obowo LGA of Imo State. Obasi, the owner of Our Guest House, Umulogho, Obowo, was arrested by operatives of Obowo Divisional Headquarters over the role he played in the death of the deceased, which occurred in his hotel premises. According to the Police Public Relations Officer of Imo State Command, DSP Henry Okoye, “Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim was tortured and locked up inside the generator room of the guest house by the suspect and two others, at large, where he suffocated to death, on the accusation of stealing a customer’s handset.” Okoye said the suspect had been moved to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Owerri, for consolidation of the ongoing investigation. He added that the suspect provided useful information to assist the ope

 The two brothers Melusi and Siyabonga Ndimande are back in Manzini Magistrate Court for their extradition case. The two are suspected to be involved in the killing of South African musician, Kiernan Forbes known as 'AKA'. EARLIER REPORTS: AKA murder suspects yet to be deported from Eswatini The two suspects arrested in Mbabane for the alleged involvement in the murder of Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes and his friend Tebello ‘Tibz’ Motsoane are yet to be deported from Eswatini. The two were arrested in late February for other cases in Eswatini. They were also in the country illegally. AKA MURDER SUSPECTS IN ESWATINI YET TO BE DEPORTED TO SA The lawyer representing the two brothers, Sivesonke Ngwenya, told the SABC that they have yet to receive a comprehensive application for an extradition process. Royal Eswatini Police Service spokesperson Nosipho Mnguni confirmed that the two brothers, Siyabonga and Malusi Ndimande, were in the country illegally. Mnguni said they are still in the proce

 REPORTS OF ILLEGAL SEIZURE OF PHONES WITHIN LAGOS METROPOLIS: CP FAYOADE GIVES MARCHING ORDERS TO DPOS  ⁃ Orders immediate prosecution of 303 suspects arrested during weekend raids of criminal hideouts  The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Adegoke Fayoade, mni has received with concern reports that young men in certain parts of Lagos State seize passersby’s phones to extort them despite the sustained raids being carried out by officers and men of the Command.  CP Fayoade has, therefore, directed all Area Commanders and Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) especially in identified areas to redouble security architecture and enhance their neighborhood and foot patrol within their areas of responsibility (AORs) to tackle this emerging menace. He gave this charge during an early morning meeting with all Area/Squadron/Tactical Commanders and DPOs on Monday, April 8, 2024.  The CP has further warned that any officer in whose AOR such an incident occurs again would be severely sa