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Eight Nigerian men arrested for allegedly att+cking police officers in South Africa

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Eight Nigerian men arrested for allegedly att+cking police officers in South Africa, made their second appearance in court and are set to formally apply for bail at the end of this month.

The accused; Onogu Nwaemeka, Kelecho Oken, Ebot Kennedy, Chijioke Steven, Charles Aknaji, Umemba Sophuru, Amajoyi Tochukwu, and Charles Okerie Onyedikash, appeared in the Kimberley District Court on Friday, April 26, 2024, where the matter was postponed to April 30.

According to South African Police Service (SAPS), the incident occurred on Thursday night, April 18, 2024, when police officers were following up on information and whereabouts of a Nigerian national alleged to be in possession of dr¥gs. “While conducting this search, a large group of Nigerians att+cked police. Police fired rubber b¥llets to disperse the crowd,” said SAPS Northern Cape provincial spokesperson, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers.

She said one suspect was arrested for illegal possession of dr¥gs, and three others were arrested for public v+olence and detained at the Kimberley police station. “During processing (inside the SAPS building), the suspects broke windows at the station. Additional charges of malicious d+mage to property were added,” said Ehlers. She said moments later, another group of Nigerians later approached the police station and thr£at£ned to retaliate. The operational commander warned the group to disperse. However, upon dispersing, the group d+maged police vehicles. [Swipe]

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CP Bakori declares war on thuggery in Kano, orders raids on hideouts

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The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has issued a firm directive to his officers to launch aggressive operations against the menace of thuggery, known locally as Daba, in a renewed effort to restore lasting peace across the state.

The move came after a high-level security summit held on Friday, June 14, 2025, which brought together Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, as well as Tactical and Operational Commanders from across the state.

This is contained in a statement signed by DSP Abdullahi Hussaini, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police on Sunday.

Speaking during the meeting, CP Bakori declared an all-out offensive on criminal gangs and warned that thuggery would no longer be tolerated in any part of Kano.

“Thuggery will no longer be tolerated,” the police boss stated, urging his commanders to intensify operations and ensure such threats are “nipped in the bud.”

He further assured the people of Kano that, “they will continue to enjoy uninterrupted peace and security, enabling them to sleep with their two eyes closed.” To back his words with action, the Police Command announced a three-pronged strategy to stamp out criminal elements.

These include intelligence-led raids targeting known hideouts, stronger collaboration with community leaders to co-develop security solutions, and coordination with other security agencies to ensure a united response.

While the police ramp up enforcement, CP Bakori also made a passionate appeal to citizens to support security agencies by remaining vigilant and sharing timely information.

“Members of the public are urged to cooperate with the Police and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station,” the statement read.

Residents can reach the police through the following emergency numbers: 08032419754, 08123821575, or 09029292926.

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PROJECT UPDATE: CONSTRUCTION OF ORLU REGIONAL GOVERNMENT HOUSE NEARS COMPLETION

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The ongoing construction of the new Regional Government House in Eziachi, Orlu Local Government Area, is making steady progress, with major structural works now completed and final finishing touches currently underway.

This development marks a significant milestone in the execution of the strategic project, bringing it closer to commissioning and full operational readiness.

When completed, the Regional Government House is expected to enhance administrative efficiency, improve public service delivery, and support infrastructure development across the region. The project aligns with Governor Hope Uzodimma’s “Renewed Hope” agenda, which prioritizes inclusive governance and sustainable development across all zones of Imo State.

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Tragedy as groom, friends die in car crash moments before wedding

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A day meant for celebration turned tragic in Toro Local Government Area of Bauchi State as a groom and two of his friends lost their lives in a fatal accident just moments before his wedding ceremony.

The incident occurred on Saturday.

The deceased, SP Mustapha Garba Gumau, a senior police officer, was reportedly enroute from Gumau to Magaman-Gumau for his wedding fatiha scheduled for 10:00 am when the accident occurred around 9:00 am at Bargan Tsamiya village.

Eyewitnesses said the vehicle carrying the groom and his friends veered off the road and crashed, killing him and two others — Shuaibu Umar and Sulaiman Musa — on the spot.

Several other occupants of the vehicle were said to have sustained varying degrees of injuries.

Ekwutosblog reports that the sudden loss has thrown the communities of Gumau and Magaman-Gumau into mourning, as what should have been a joyful union turned into a sorrowful occasion.

 

When contacted, the spokesman of the Bauchi Police Command , Mohammed Wakil, could not be reached as his line was unreachable.

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