OKPEBHOLO WARNS RESIDENTS AGAINST RECRUITING CRIMINALS TO TERRORISE EDO. (PHOTO).

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Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has warned residents against recruiting criminals from outside the state to carry out kidnappings and other violent crimes, describing the trend as a major setback to ongoing efforts to improve security. The governor issued the warning on Wednesday while speaking at the 2026 Ministers’ Conference organised by the Edo State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Benin City. Okpebholo expressed concern over the security situation in the state, alleging that some individuals were deliberately exaggerating incidents of crime and spreading false information on social media to discredit his administration. According to him, investigations by security agencies have uncovered the involvement of local collaborators who allegedly recruit armed gangs from outside Edo State to perpetrate kidnappings and other criminal activities. “Do you know one painful thing? Our people are now going outside Edo to recruit criminals to help them do the job....

FAMILY SEEKS JUSTICE FOR 23-YEAR-OLD USMAN MUHAMMAD KILLED IN KADUNA MOSQUE. (PHOTO).


 Family Seeks Justice For 23-Year-Old Usman Muhammad Killed In Kaduna Mosque 


The family of a 23-year-old security official, Usman Muhammad, who was brutally murdered by thugs while attempting to provide security for his community in Kaduna State, has cried out for justice. 


The tragic incident occurred on the night of March 21, 2025, when Muhammad was brutally murdered by the thugs at a mosque.  


The family in a statement said Usman, a dedicated and vibrant young man, was part of a team that volunteered to secure the area, especially during nighttime prayers, 


"On that fateful night, they encountered a group of thugs armed with cutlasses and knives," a family member, Malam Sir-meen told SaharaReporters.


According to Sir-meen, as Usman and his colleagues tried to interrogate the gang, they were attacked, forcing them to flee for their safety. 


"Usman sought refuge in a nearby mosque, hoping to find help, but the thugs followed him, inflicting severe injuries on his body, including a fatal wound to his chest".


He lamented that despite efforts to save his life, Usman succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. 


Meanwhile, the police have arrested 12 suspects in connection with the murder and transferred them to the Kaduna State Police Headquarters.


The family of Usman Muhammad is now seeking justice, urging the authorities to ensure that the law takes its course. 


They request that the relevant authorities help them secure justice for their slain child.


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