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OWERRI MAGISTRATE COURT ORDERS REMAND OF 38-YEAR OLD IMO WOMAN OVER ALLEGED PEELING OFF MAID’S HAND, BURNING OF PRIVATE PARTS.

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By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
18- DEC- 2025

A Magistrate’s Court sitting in Owerri, Imo State, has ordered the remand of a 38-year-old businesswoman, Juliet Igwe, at the Owerri Correctional Centre following allegations of severe abuse against a five-year-old girl under her care.

The defendant was arraigned by the Imo State Police Command on a one-count charge bordering on attempted murder, arising from accusations that the minor suffered serious injuries while in her custody at Oha, Ideato North Local Government Area.

A journalist and human rights advocate, Chidiebube Okeoma, who was present in court, disclosed that the matter was brought before the court by the Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma. Okeoma, whose organisation, Stand For Humanity Foundation, rescued the child, stated that the prosecution alleged the offence is punishable under Section 320 of the Criminal Code applicable in Imo State.

During the proceedings, the police prosecutor, S.O. Obodo, informed the court that the offence carries a possible life sentence upon conviction and urged the court to remand the accused, noting that the Magistrate Court lacks jurisdiction to hear the substantive matter.

When questioned by the court, the accused reportedly admitted to the act but claimed she did not anticipate the extent of harm caused.

In her ruling, the Chief Magistrate, B.U. Adikibe, agreed with the prosecution that the offence is a serious felony beyond the court’s jurisdiction. She consequently ordered that the accused be remanded at the Owerri Correctional Facility and directed that the case file be forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for legal advice.

The court adjourned the matter to February 5, 2026, for an update on the DPP’s response.

The accused was not represented by counsel, while Miriam Ogbu appeared on behalf of the Imo State Ministry of Justice.

Also present in court was the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Vulnerable Groups, Lady Nkechi Ugwu, who assured that the matter would be escalated to the Wife of the Governor, Barrister Chioma Uzodimma, noting her interest in the protection of children and vulnerable persons.

The Stand For Humanity Foundation disclosed that it rescued the child on December 2 from Osina, Ideato North LGA, facilitated the arrest of the suspect, and ensured the minor was admitted to the Imo State University Teaching Hospital, Owerri, where she is currently receiving medical care.

Medical reports, according to the foundation, indicate that the child will require corrective medical procedures due to the injuries sustained. The organization reaffirmed its commitment to pursuing justice and ensuring the child’s full recovery and protection.

 

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Tinubu presents N58.46trn 2026 budget, Defence gets N5.41trn

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President Bola Tinubu on Thursday presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly, proposing a total budget of N58.46 trillion, with non-debt recurrent expenditure estimated at N15.25 trillion.

In his address, the President fixed capital expenditure at N26.08 trillion and set the crude oil price benchmark for the fiscal year at US$64.85 per barrel.

The budget projections are based on crude oil production of 1.84 million barrels per day and an exchange rate of N1,400 to the US Dollar for the 2026 fiscal year.

A sector-by-sector breakdown shows that defence and security received the largest allocation at N5.41 trillion, followed by infrastructure with N3.56 trillion.

Education was allotted N3.52 trillion, while the health sector was earmarked N2.48 trillion under the proposal titled, “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity”.

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Woman Seeks Help To Find Her Husband Who Blocked Her And Disappeared After She Asked To Meet His Family Members

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Abiba Ibrahim, has taken to Facebook to seek help in locating her husband, Luqman Jajah, who she claimed blocked her and disappeared for weeks after a little misunderstanding.

According to Abiba, the misunderstanding stemmed from her desire to meet his family.

This Ghanaian woman, Abiba claimed she has never met his family because they got married in absentia while she was working outside the country.

Upon his request, she returned to Ghana after the marriage and he rented an apartment for her in the Ablekuma Canada area of Accra.

“Guys, please help me. My husband has been missing for weeks now and he blocked me. This happened because I asked him to take me to meet his family members and we had a little misunderstanding. So, he blocked me. We got married when I was working outside the country, and after the marriage, he asked me to come back to Ghana and stay with him. I agreed,” she wrote in a Facebook post on Thursday, December 18.

“He rented an apartment for me at Ablekuma Canada. Later, he told me to inform my family so that his family could come and celebrate with me. This coming Ramadan will be our one-year anniversary, but I have never met his family members. Guys, please help me find him. His name is Luqman Jajah. If he doesn’t want the marriage, he should come and divorce me and get out.”

Meanwhile, one Nana Sei, who commented on the post claimed that Luqman is married to a Nigerian woman and lives in another part of Accra.

“He is the brother of the dep minister of tourism. And MP for ayawaso. Yes his family house is in maamobi. He is married with kids with a Nigerian lady. If ur story is true just go and see the dept. Minister of tourism,” he wrote.

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TikToker Peller apologizes over reckless driving, car crash

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TikTok Content Creator, Hamzat Habeeb, popularly known as Peller…Photo Credit: Ripples Nigeria

Popular TikToker Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, on Friday issued a public apologised over a viral video showing him driving recklessly and crashing his vehicle during a live-stream.

In a video shared on Instagram, Peller posted with the caption, “I’m sorry, Nigeria, please I’m sorry. I will never do that again. I am very sorry. For now, I am on medication. Once I’m done with my medication, I will be online.”

In the video, he said, “I let emotion get to me. That’s why I do that. I’m very sorry. Please, please. You can comment anything against me, but please, I’m sorry. I’m very sorry. I don’t do it intentionally. Please. Please, guys. Please forgive me. I’m very sorry. Please, don’t bully Jarvis. Leave her. She is not concerned. It’s me.”

The apology follows a widely shared incident on Sunday, December 14, 2025, when Peller livestreamed himself driving recklessly along the Lekki‑Epe Expressway in Lagos.

During the livestream, he threatened to crash his vehicle in what many described as an attempted suicide, before losing control and smashing his newly purchased Mercedes‑Benz into a stone barrier.

Bystanders at the scene helped convey him to a hospital, and the extent of his injuries was unclear at the time.

The crash sparked public outrage due to the danger it posed to both the influencer and other road users.

Reacting, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said the incident exposed the dangers of distracted and reckless driving, particularly involving live streaming or content creation.

The FRSC’s Corps Marshal warned that such behaviour not only violates traffic laws but also undermines national road safety efforts, directing that prosecution should begin for offences including reckless driving, use of a phone while driving, and distracted driving.

Also, on Tuesday, the Lagos State Police Command announced Peller’s arrest and detention for further investigation, describing his conduct as extremely dangerous and capable of causing fatal consequences for himself and other road users.

Police described the incident as a “deliberate attempt to commit suicide” and warned against using social media platforms to engage in reckless or unlawful acts.

The case has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a comprehensive probe, and Peller is expected to face prosecution by the Federal Road Safety Corps.

The episode has reignited public discourse on the growing trend of risky stunts by influencers and content creators chasing online engagement, with many Nigerians urging stricter enforcement of road safety laws and greater awareness of mental health issues among young public figures.

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