TRAGEDY AVERTED AS 120-YEAR-OLD ANCESTRAL TREE FALLS AT OBOSI MARKET. (PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE.

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 Tragedy Averted as 120-Year-Old Ancestral Tree Falls at Obosi Market By Chiedu Okoye A major tragedy was averted at Eke Obosi Market in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State after a 120-year-old ancestral tree collapsed, destroying shops and goods but leaving traders and visitors unharmed. The massive tree, estimated to be about 150 feet tall, fell within the market premises, damaging at least 12 shops and valuable merchandise. Residents and traders described the incident as miraculous, noting that no lives were lost despite the extent of the destruction. The fallen tree held significant cultural importance as a sacred symbol of Eke Obosi Market, which is regarded as a stronghold of the traditions and cultural heritage of the Obosi people. Beyond serving as a centre for commercial activities, the market is also known as a venue for communal traditional rites and ceremonies. Eke Obosi Market was recently rebuilt and modernised by renowned businessman, politician and ...

KADUNA POLICE CRACK CHILD-TRAFFICKING RING, RESCUE 17 CHILDREN, ARREST THREE SUSPECTS. (PHOTO).


 Kaduna Police Crack Child-Trafficking Ring, Rescue 17 Children, Arrest Three Suspects


Kaduna State Police Command has dismantled an alleged child-trafficking operation, rescuing 17 minors and arresting three individuals suspected to be behind the scheme.


DSP Mansir Hassan, the command’s spokesperson, confirmed the development in a statement on Thursday.


According to Hassan, police acted swiftly on November 12 after receiving credible intelligence about suspicious activities near the Danmagaji Flyover in Zaria. Responding to the tip-off, officers from the Danmagaji Division intercepted the suspects and discovered 17 children of various ages.


Hassan explained that the children were “allegedly being prepared for trafficking to Abuja and other parts of the country and beyond.”


The three arrested suspects whose identities were withheld are reportedly from Funtua, Ingawa, and Unguwa Uku in Katsina and Kano States. Early investigations indicate that the children were taken from different communities and were being transported to Abuja.


“All the rescued children are in good health and are now under the care of the police command,” Hassan stated, adding that authorities are working to identify and reunite them with their families.


Hassan also quoted Commissioner of Police Rabiu Muhammad, who commended the officers for their quick response and reaffirmed the command’s zero-tolerance policy against child trafficking and exploitation. The suspects will face charges once investigations are completed.


The police urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and avoid falling for promises of opportunities for their children in distant cities. Communities were encouraged to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station for immediate action.


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