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 GOMEP To FG Address The Underlying Challenges Facing Nigeria Armed Forces The Guild Of Online Media Editors And Publishers (GOMEP) Nigeria has charged the Federal  Government of Nigeria to prioritise the welfare of  the Nigeria Armed Forces with absolute transparency and accountability, so as to meet the yearnings and aspirations of the personnel and secure the country from the challenges of insecurity. This comes as Nigeria marks this year's Armed Forces Remembrance Day, a day set aside to honor the nation's fallen heroes and veterans who have sacrificed for the peace and security of the country.  According to GOMEP, the call was timely, considering the numerous challenges facing the Nigerian armed forces, including inadequate funding, poor equipment, and lack of transparency and accountability in the management of resources of the agencies within the armed forces. The group stated that improved personnel welfare is very crucial, given the sacrifices made by the pe...

 BENUE MAN COMMITS SUICIDE AFTER HE SOLD A PLOT OF LAND TO 3 BUYERS   A young man by name Mr Tartor Ayihe from Ayihe Village committed suîcide by taking snîpper earlier this evening after selling a plot of land to three different persons. Upon the Community Chief’s request, they all assembled for enquiry at his (Zaki’s Residence). He left the gathering with an excuse to get something in the house, he rather went to three different shops in search for snipper. He succeeded and went home, switched off his phone and drank the whole bottle of snîpper. Having waited for him for a longer time, the chief sent people to his house where it was discovered he drank snipper. He die.d on arriving at the hospital.

 2025 UTME registration Is Yet To Start--JAMB The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has clarified that registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry is yet to commence. The board calmed the tension that has been boiling up by assuring prospective candidates that details of the registration process will be announced in due course. In a statement shared on its official X account on Wednesday, JAMB also advised the forthcoming candidates to begin preparations by securing their National Identification Number and a unique phone number. Candidates are also encouraged to familiarize themselves with the recommended texts to enhance their preparation. Additionally, JAMB has directed its staff to update their profiles or register afresh in preparation for the upcoming examination.

 The newly elected leadership of Ohanaeze Ndi’Igbo Worldwide, led by President General Senator John Azuta-Mbata, paid a courtesy visit as part of its efforts to engage stakeholders in advancing the Igbo cause. During the visit, our discussions centered on strategic ideas to move the Igbo nation forward, emphasizing unity and progress. I expressed deep appreciation to the immediate past President General, Nze Fidelis Ozichukwu Chukwu, for his exemplary leadership, which culminated in a credible election process and the seamless inauguration of the new Ohanaeze administration.  Therefore, I call on all sons and daughters of Igboland to rally behind the new leadership, stressing that their support is pivotal in achieving a prosperous and united Igbo nation.  - Hope Uzodimma.  More photos below. 

 66-year-old Georgia man beaten with a sledge hammer after opening his door to a fake Amazon delivery.  George Hardison was at his Savanah home on the morning of January 11th when he heard a knock on his door. He looked out to see what he thought was 2 Amazon employees and assumed he was receiving a package. Once Hardison opened the door for the delivery, the 2 men forced their way into the home and began to violently attack the 66-year-old man. The assailants proceeded to beat Hardison with a sledge hammer for approximately 8 minutes while demanding money. Security footage captured audio of the harrowing ordeal. In the footage, Hardison can be heard screaming for help throughout.   Eventually neighbors heard his cries and came running to help. Sadly, they arrived to late and discovered Hardison badly beaten. The theives had made off with a meagerly $80 from the injured elderly man. George Hardison ultimately needed 14 staples in his head as a result of the attack....

 Nagpur police have arrested a 47-year-old psychologist for allegedly raping and blackmailing at least 50 girls over the past 15 years.  The accused, a father of two, would lure young girls under the guise of offering counselling sessions at residential camps. Three cases have been registered against him under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. According to police, the accused conducted personal development camps in rural areas like Bhandara and Gondia, where he raped and sexually abused girls. He reportedly took explicit photographs of his victims and used them for blackmail to silence them. Even after some victims were married, the accused continued to threaten and abuse them. His crimes came to light when one of his former students lodged a complaint with the Hudkeshwar police, unable to endure the threats any longer. The accused has also been linked to several instances o...

 LASG CELEBRATES MILESTONE SUCCESS IN MEASLES, YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION CAMPAIGN ... Records 95 Percent Vaccination Rate ... To Begin Polio Outbreak Response Campaign From January 18 - 22, 2025 The Lagos State Government has recorded unprecedented success in its 2024 Measles and Yellow Fever Integrated Vaccination Campaign, marking a significant milestone in its public health efforts. The campaign, which ran from October 19, 2024, targeted vaccine-preventable diseases, including measles, yellow fever, and Human Papillomavirus (HPV), and achieved remarkable outcomes despite notable challenges. The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Health District IV, and the Supervising Permanent Secretary for the Primary Healthcare Board, Dr. Abimbola Bowale, disclosed this on Tuesday during a press briefing held in Alausa, Ikeja, to inform the public about the success of the exercise. Dr. Bowale revealed that throughout the campaign, 3,595,461 children were vaccinated against measles, achieving 85%...

 ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE DAY: SANWO-OLU CHARGES NIGERIANS TO SUPPORT FAMILIES OF FALLEN HEROES Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has called on privileged Nigerians to provide support for the families of fallen heroes. This is essential in view of the sacrifice they made in the discharge of their responsibilities.   Speaking today at the Y2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Parade and Wreath Laying Ceremony held at the Remembrance Arcade, Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, Sanwo-Olu said the call becomes imperative to ensure that the sacrifices of these heroes are honoured and their loved ones cared for. The Governor, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat emphasised that the annual event goes beyond the parade, serving as a rallying cry for Nigerians to support the families of fallen heroes. The support is crucial in helping them fulfil their responsibilities and sustain them. It is also an appeal to cater to the needs of families...

 LAGOS LAUNCHES EKO LEARNERS' SUPPORT PROGRAMME FOR WASSCE, NECO CANDIDATES … Rolls Out 26 Weeks Tutoring Plan … Lessons To Be Broadcast On LTV, Other Media Platforms The Lagos State Government has launched the Eko Learners' Support Programme for WASSCE and NECO Candidates, a comprehensive programme tailored to assist senior secondary school candidates in achieving academic excellence.  The Honourable Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun unveiled the innovative initiative designed to support and empower young scholars to underscore the Ministry's commitment to advancing the interest and management of the educational system in Lagos State.  In his words, "As we gather here today, we are not only to unveil a programme; we are investing in the future of our children, our State, and our Nation. While we recognize education as the bedrock of development, it becomes our collective responsibility to provide our Students with the necess...

 2024/25 NWFL SEASON: LSSC ASSURES ROBO FC, DANNAZ LADIES OF SUPPORT  The Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), Lekan Fatodu has expressed high hopes for Lagos-based teams, Robo FC and Dannaz Ladies, as they prepare to begin their 2024/25 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premier League campaign. Speaking ahead of the league openers, Fatodu commended both teams for their commitment during pre-season preparations and highlighted the significance of representing Lagos on a national stage. "Robo FC and Dannaz Ladies have shown tremendous dedication, and I am confident they will make Lagos proud this season. We expect them to set the pace with strong performances in their opening games", he stated. Both teams have been in excellent form, with Robo FC aiming to solidify their place as a top contender in the league, while Dannaz Ladies are eager to make an impact in their second season in the top flight. Fatodu praised the coaching teams and players for t...

 SAHCO Dismisses Staff Over Passenger Extortion at Lagos Airport Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) has terminated the employment of a staff member implicated in passenger extortion and harassment at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. The incident, reported in December 2024, involved Oyewale Oyesiji, a first-time traveler and automobile engineer from Osun State, who alleged he was extorted of ₦100,000 by airport staff in collusion with SAHCO personnel. Following the allegations, SAHCO launched an investigation, confirming the misconduct. The company immediately dismissed the staff member in line with Nigerian labor laws. A source revealed that SAHCO plans to engage with the affected passenger to provide updates and emphasized the company's commitment to maintaining professional standards and zero tolerance for misconduct. SAHCO’s Head of Corporate Communications, Mrs. Vanessa Uansohia, reiterated the organization’s stance, condemning any unethical behavior. Sh...

 Taraba Community Demands Removal of Area Court Judge Over Alleged Misconduct Residents of Doorshima community in Ibi Local Government Area, Taraba State, have urged the State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) and Chief Judge of Taraba State, Justice Joel Filibus Agya, to urgently remove Grade I Area Court Judge, Justice Saidu Muhammad, over allegations of harassment and intimidation. Speaking in Jalingo, the community spokesperson, Istifanus Moses, accused the judge of colluding with others to unlawfully seize fish ponds legally owned by the Doorshima community under the Sarkin Kudu Chiefdom. The community claims the judge ignored directives from the National and Taraba State Boundary Commissions, as well as the Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, which affirmed the original River Benue demarcation. On January 11, 2025, the judge allegedly ordered the detention of the Ward Head of Doorshima, Mallam Ibrahim, who was only released after the intervention of Ibi Local...

 Kogi Governor Abolishes Tax Clearance Requirement for Student Registration Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has ordered the immediate removal of the Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC) as a requirement for students' registration in state-owned tertiary institutions. This directive, announced by the Executive Chairman of the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service, Salihu Enehe, during a media briefing in Lokoja, aims to reduce the financial burden on parents and guardians while promoting education in the state. Enehe clarified, “Parents and guardians are no longer required to present a TCC for registering their children and wards in Kogi’s tertiary institutions.” However, he stressed the importance of tax compliance, warning that tax evasion remains a serious offence. “Despite removing this requirement to encourage education, all taxable citizens must fulfil their civic duty by paying taxes. Non-compliance may lead to penalties, including fines or imprisonment of up to six months,” he ad...

 PDP, APC trade words as gunshots disrupt Edo Tribunal hearing Gunshots disrupted the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal which began hearing on Wednesday in Benin City, the state capital. Hoodlums were also reportedly seen outside the turbo-charged venue of the tribunal where gunshots rent the air, leaving people to scamper for safety. The tribunal had commenced hearing on the petitions challenging the September 21, 2024, Edo governorship election where Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) was declared as the winner. The main challenger at the tribunal is Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The electoral umpire INEC had declared Okpebholo winner of the poll with 291,667 votes, Ighodalo was said to have polled 247,274 votes while Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party (LP) came a distant third in the race with 22,763 votes. Meanwhile, the PDP and the APC in the South-South state have traded words over the shooting incident at the tribun...

 DRC jails Chinese men over 'illegally obtained' gold Three Chinese nationals have been sentenced to seven years in prison in the Democratic Republic of Congo's east after being arrested in possession of gold bars and large sums of cash, AFP reported. The court sentenced the men late on Tuesday for the illegal purchase and illegal possession of minerals in Bukavu, the capital of the gold-rich South Kivu province. The three men, who presented themselves during the trial as simple traders, were arrested in early January in a car. They were carrying 10 gold bars and $400,000 in cash, all of which was seized. The Bukavu court condemned the men to prison and handed them a fine of $600,000 for "illegal purchase and possession of mineral substances, lack of transparency, traceability in the exercise of mining activities and money laundering." The charge of "illicit exploitation of minerals" was not retained, but they were found guilty of "illegal stay...

 THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE, RIVERS STATE POLICE COMMAND VISITS SCENE AT ALETO ELEME, VOWS TO FISH OUT PERPETRATORS OF HEINOUS ACT. The Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Police Command, CP Olugbenga A Adepoju, has visited the scene of a gruesome attack on the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Rivers State Cassava Project Limited, Mr. Gibson Reuben, an expatriate from the Netherlands. The incident occurred on Monday, 13th. January, 2025, at about 2030hrs. at Aleto Eleme Bridge, where unknown gunmen ambushed Reuben's vehicle, causing him  to lose control and crash into the river. Fortunately, the Mobile Police personnel accompanying Reuben managed to escape, but  he and the Hilux Van are still submerged in the water. A search party led by the Command's Marine Unit has since been constituted to rescue the expatriate who is also the driver in charge of the Hilux van. The search party's efforts resulted in the recovery of the lifeless body of the expatriate M...

 14th January, 2025 PRESS RELEASE REJOINDER ALLEGED EXTORTION OF TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY THOUSAND NAIRA (#250,000) BY THE DPO ‘B’ DIVISION WARRI IS FALSE AND MISLEADING; THE SUSPECT WAS ARRESTED FOR THE OFFENSE OF CONSPIRACY AND STEALING, CHARGED TO COURT  AND REMANDED IN OKERE PRISON WARRI The command is aware of a false publication on the internet and other social media platforms orchestrated by one Comrade Peter Edariese alleging that the DPO and men of ‘B’ Division Warri arrested one Godstime Edesiri over undisclosed crime and was forced to pay two hundred and forty thousand naira (#240,000) bail. For the avoidance of doubt and to put the record straight, the command wishes to state as follows; On the 28th of October 2024 at about 1540hours, one Mrs Helen Ogodogun reported that on the same date, her phone Samsung Galaxy AO5s worth one hundred and sixty-five thousand naira was stolen which was on transit and two hundred and fifteen thousand naira (#240,000) was transferred fr...

 Kebbi Police Officer Rejects ₦1.6m Bribe from Banditry Suspects A police officer with the Kebbi State Command's State Criminal Investigation Department (SCIB) has turned down a ₦1.6 million bribe intended to compromise an ongoing banditry investigation. Kebbi Police Commissioner, Bello Sani, disclosed that Umar Garba from Dangandu village, Abubakar Alhaji from Maimaichi village, and Usman Muhammed from Bakaramba village conspired to offer the bribe in an attempt to influence the investigation. The bribery attempt occurred at the police command and led to the arrest of the suspects. They are set to face charges for trying to obstruct justice in connection with alleged crimes committed by the Lakurawa group in the northern part of the state. Commissioner Sani praised the officers for their integrity and reiterated the command’s commitment to cracking down on bandits and their accomplices.

 A school principal in Tamil Nadu’s Palakkodu village has been suspended after images of female students cleaning school toilets went viral on social media. The incident occurred at a government school in the Dharmapuri district that caters to around 150 tribal students from Classes 1 to 8. The images showed young girls dressed in school uniforms holding brooms and cleaning the toilets, sparking outrage among parents and locals. The parents of the students filed a formal complaint with the education department, alleging that the headmistress had been assigning tasks like cleaning toilets, sweeping the school premises, and fetching water to the children. This led to widespread protests in the village, where residents demanded immediate action against the principal. Protesters, holding placards and raising slogans, emphasized that such duties should not be forced upon students, especially in a school setting. In response to the growing outcry, the Chief Education Officer of Dharmapur...

 Heavy Rainfall, Flooding Prompt South Africa to Shut Border with Botswana The South African Border Management Authority has temporarily closed the Grobler’s Bridge border crossing with Botswana due to severe rainfall and flooding. The crossing, located in northern South Africa, is a vital trade route for miners in the Copperbelt region spanning Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo, facilitating the transport of goods to Durban’s port. In a statement, the authority explained, “After consultations with our Botswana counterparts and thorough deliberation by the Port Management Committee, the temporary suspension of operations was deemed necessary to ensure safety.” Travelers and truck operators have been advised to seek alternative routes. The border links Botswana with South Africa’s Limpopo Province, which recently experienced heavy rains over the weekend.

 German Defence Ministry Halts Activity on X Platform Germany’s defence ministry announced on Wednesday its decision to suspend activities on the social media platform X, citing concerns over the platform’s role in spreading disinformation under its owner, Elon Musk. The ministry stated that it would “no longer post proactively on the channel for the foreseeable future,” adding that “the fact-based exchange of arguments is becoming increasingly difficult” on the platform. This move follows similar decisions by several public institutions in Germany to either limit or cease their activities on X. Last week, over 60 German universities collectively announced their departure from the platform, arguing that its “current direction is incompatible with the basic values of openness, scientific integrity, transparency, and democratic discourse.” Despite halting regular posts, the defence ministry clarified that it “reserves the right to respond on X in exceptional cases, such as addressing...

 Ondo Governor Aiyedatiwa Dissolves Cabinet, Retains Finance Commissioner, Attorney General Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has dissolved the State Executive Council, which includes commissioners, special advisers, and the Secretary to the State Government (SSG). However, two key members of the cabinet were exempted from the dissolution due to the essential nature of their roles. These are the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, SAN, and the Commissioner for Finance, Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac. This development was announced in a statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, in Akure, the state capital. The statement directed all affected cabinet members to hand over government properties in their possession to the accounting officers of their respective ministries. Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed his gratitude to the outgoing cabinet members for their service and contributions to the development of Ondo State and extended his bes...

 Nasarawa United Bolsters Squad with Eight New Signings for NPFL Second Stanza Nasarawa United has strengthened its team with the addition of eight new players ahead of the second half of the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The new arrivals include Benson Abbey, Abubakar Aliyu from Shooting Stars, Peace Dewan from Sunshine Stars, and Solomon Chigozie from Kwara United. Onyema Emmanuel and Ugochukwu Leonard have joined from Heartland and Ikorodu City, respectively, while Peter Eneji and Benjamin Jack arrive from Busaiteen FC in Bahrain and Golden Boot FC in Benin Republic. Solomon Babanjah, chairman of Nasarawa United, expressed optimism about the impact of the new signings. “This is a significant step for the club, and we are confident these players will help us achieve our goals for the second stanza of the season,” Babanjah said. “These players are established names in Nigerian football and bring experience and quality to the squad. While our current league...

  US House Approves Bill Barring Transgender Athletes from Competing in Gendered Sports The United States House of Representatives has passed a bill prohibiting transgender men from competing in men’s sports and transgender women from participating in women’s sports. House Speaker Mike Johnson announced the development on Tuesday via X, stating, “Today is a great day in America because House Republicans just passed @RepGregSteube’s Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act ensuring men cannot compete in women’s sports. Men are men, women are women, and men cannot become women. It’s just that simple.” This decision comes ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration next week. Trump, who previously banned transgender individuals from serving in the military, is speculated to revisit such policies during his administration. Watch video below. 

 A Connecticut woman had her friend fatally run over her very recent ex-boyfriend after sending the now deceased ex a chilling final message.  The fatal incident happened in July but officials finally made the arrests yesterday.  The pair were arrested in connection with the vehicle VS pedestrian death that occurred in July, after investigators found a message to the victim stating, "I warned you" just  minutes before the deadly crash. 20-year-old Abbigale Whipple and 21-year-old Logan Diaz-Lopardo (second and third picture below)  were involved in an accident on July 27th. On that date, both Whipple and Diaz-Lopardo were in a vehicle that veered off of the roadway onto the shoulder and struck 24-year-old Kevin Gangell (pictured first). The impact launched Gangell 70 feet and ultimately took his life.  After stricking Gangell, Diaz-Lopardo (the driver) struck a rock embankment sending Whipple (Gangell's ex-girlfriend) to the hospital for treatment of her in...

 Michelle Obama Won’t Attend Trump’s Inauguration Former First Lady Michelle Obama has decided to skip the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, making it the second high-profile event she has missed in two weeks. Her absence follows her non-attendance at the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter, where many noticed her absence. While former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush, along with former First Ladies Laura Bush and Hillary Clinton, will be present at the inauguration, Michelle Obama will not attend. The Obama office confirmed the arrangement but did not provide a specific reason for her decision.

 President Ibrahim Traoré Officially Bans The Wearing Of British And French Colonial Wigs By Judges And Lawyers In The Courtroom Burkina Faso’s President, Ibrahim Traoré, has officially banned the use of British and French colonial wigs by judges in the nation’s courts, signalling a bold step towards cultural authenticity in the country’s judicial system. Announcing the decision at a press conference, President Traoré emphasised the need to move away from remnants of colonial history and embrace a judicial system that reflects Burkina Faso’s rich cultural heritage. The move aligns with his broader efforts to decolonise national institutions and foster a sense of sovereignty and identity across the country. Colonial-era wigs and formal court attire have long symbolised the lingering influence of colonial powers in the governance and legal systems of former French and British colonies. By outlawing them, Burkina Faso joins a growing movement across Africa, where nations are shedding ...

 Ex-Ghanaian President Akufo-Addo's Statue Destroyed A statue of Ghana’s former president, Nana Akufo-Addo, unveiled in November 2024, has been destroyed, sparking debate among citizens. The statue, located in the Western Region, had been erected to honour the president’s development initiatives during his tenure. However, it became a target of criticism, with many accusing the former leader of self-glorification amidst the country’s ongoing economic challenges. Images shared by local media on Monday showed the statue in ruins, with its severed head lying on the ground and its torso completely destroyed. Only a damaged pedestal remained. The motive and individuals behind the act remained unknown, as the police were yet to comment. The sculptor, Justice Gaisie, revealed that the statue was constructed from a mix of metal, wire mesh, clay, fiberglass, and resin. However, the statue had already been partially vandalized last month, with one leg damaged. Calls from some local residents...

  Cardi B Seemingly Accuses Offset & His Mother of ‘Robbing’ Her The calendar may have turned to 2025, but the Cardi B and Offset drama has spilled into the new year. Cardi took to X Spaces on Tuesday (Jan. 14) where she accused her estranged husband along with his mother, Latabia Woodward, of robbing her. “I ain’t listen after you and your momma robbed me,” she claimed. “Yeah, you and your mom robbed me cold, wiped my nose. Told you stop f—ing playing with me.” The Grammy-winning rapper didn’t allude to exactly what she meant when it came to the alleged robbery. Cardi went on to allege that Offset didn’t want any part in playing the role of Santa Claus this year. She claimed that Set didn’t buy their three children a single gift for Christmas this holiday season even after an NYC shopping spree for his kids with other women. “You just called your daughter for the first time this year, yesterday. Your newborn. You love your kids so much and you didn’t bought them s–t for Christ...

 Otedola vs Obaigbena battle intensifies as navy arrests General Hydrocarbons’ crude oil cargo The legal battle between Femi Otedola’s First Bank of Nigeria and Nduka Obaigbena’s General Hydrocarbons Limited has intensified with the arrest of a crude oil cargo belonging to the latter. This follows the order of the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt the arrest and detention of crude oil cargo aboard the Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) Vessel Tamara Tokoni. Justice E.A. Obile issued the ruling on January 9, directing personnel of the Nigerian Navy, along with other regulatory and maritime bodies, to ensure the cargo is detained until General Hydrocarbons provides a “satisfactory guarantee” from a first-class Nigerian bank of $19.7 million, plus interest and costs. Following the court’s directive, the Nigerian Navy has detained the cargo, PREMIUM TIMES reported early Wednesday. The order also mandates regular surveillance around the vessel to prevent any unauthorise...

 Multiple Levies : Drivers' President Warns Illegal Revenue Collectors After Appointment As PNAI Co-ordinator  By Juliana Nwachukwu The National President, Heavy Duty Truck Drivers' Association, comrade Uche Rogers Nebuwa, has warned that the association will not tolerate imposition of multiple levies by illegal revenue collectors on the highways nationwide this year. Sounding the note of warning shortly after his appointment as Mobile Volunteered Membership Emblems co-ordinator and taskforce member of Policing Nigeria Awareness Initiative, (PNAI), he reiterated the resolve of the drivers and PNAI to work in partnership to sack all illegal revenue collectors on the highways. Commending PNAI Executive Chairman, Chief Egbe Akparakwu,  who doubles as the President, Governing Council, for finding him worthy to be so honoured, Nebuwa attributed it to his relentless efforts in sanitizing the highways nationwide, saying that the honour will spur him to do more. "This effort now ...

 ANAMBRA POLICE RESCUES A PREGNANT WOMAN ALLEGEDLY DETAINED IN A SECURITY OFFICE AT OKIJA _As CP Itam frowns at the act of detaining and inhuman treatment of suspects by some AVG members in the State_ The Anambra State Police Command has rescued a pregnant woman allegedly detained over a case of stealing by her husband in a Security Office at Okija. The report of the incident was intercepted in a trending video by the State Commissioner of Police *CP Nnaghe Obono Itam* as he ordered rescue operations and an investigation into the report. Meanwhile, the *CP* frowns at such acts of indiscriminate detention and inhuman treatment of suspects by some members of the Anambra Vigilante Group (AVG). He assured that the root cause of the incidents would be addressed to avert future occurrence. He also initiated necessary moves with relevant authorities to checkmate the excesses of the few unprofessional AVG members in the State.  *SP Tochukwu Ikenga* Police Public Relations Officer, Ana...