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Herdsmen attacks: Benue lawmakers storm COAS office, demand urgent military action

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Senate Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, on Tuesday led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, at the Nigerian Army Headquarters, Abuja.

The delegation included the House of Representatives member representing Oju/Obi Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. David Ogewu, and the Founder of G12 Foundation, Hon. Joseph Oche.

The visit was aimed at appreciating the Chief of Army Staff for his efforts and concern in addressing the growing insecurity in Benue State, particularly in the Benue South Senatorial District, where attacks and killings have become persistent and devastating.

During the meeting, Senator Moro and his team formally requested the deployment of more troops to vulnerable communities and the establishment of a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in one of the high-risk areas within the senatorial district.

In his response, the Chief of Army Staff thanked the delegation for the thoughtful visit and described it as a morale boost that would further strengthen the Army’s resolve to bring lasting peace to the region.

He assured the delegation that their requests would be given due consideration, though he acknowledged the current operational limitations faced by the military.

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“777 anniversary”: Police vows to crack down any planned cult related activity in Ogun

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The Ogun State Police Command has vowed to crack down on any illegal gatherings or processions that are organised in connection with the “777” cult anniversary celebration across the state.

The command stated that it has strengthened security operations throughout all divisions and area commands, warning that anyone found in possession of firearms will be prosecuted.

Ekwutosblog reports that the “777” date, which falls on the seventh day of the seventh month, has historically been linked to violent conflicts in the state.

The command’s spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, in a statement issued on Sunday, advised parents and guardians to caution their wards to avoid loitering or forming clusters in public places.

Odutola, while reaffirming the command’s commitment to maintaining peace and public safety, noted that security operatives will not hesitate to disperse gatherings that raise suspicion or threaten public peace.

She said, “The Ogun State Command wishes to alert the general public, especially young persons, on intelligence reports regarding planned cult-related celebrations popularly called ‘777’ across the state.

“Any attempt to stage unlawful gatherings, processions, or anniversary events linked to cultism will be met with swift and decisive police action.

“Parents and guardians are advised to caution their wards. Young people are strongly urged to avoid loitering or forming clusters in public places.

“The command further warns that anyone found in possession of firearms will be prosecuted,” she added.

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Man drags new wife to court in Kano over alleged theft of phones worth ₦65,000

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A man identified as Usman Ali has taken his newlywed wife Maryam, before a Sharia Court sitting in Jaba, Kano State, accusing her of stealing three mobile phones valued at approximately ₦65,000.

During the court session, Maryam denied the allegations, stating that she had travelled from Abuja to Kano after enduring repeated beatings from her husband.

She told the court that she was forced to return to her parents’ home to seek refuge from the alleged abuse.

Usman also filed a complaint against three other women whom he identified as Maryam’s friends, accusing them of influencing his wife negatively and encouraging her to engage in inappropriate outings.

The presiding judge, Ustaz Rabiu Yahaya, granted Maryam bail and adjourned the case to July 15 for further hearing.

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Seven dead, 41 injured in Bauchi highway crash

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At least seven people have lost their lives in a fatal crash along the Alkaleri–Gombe Federal Highway, while 41 others sustained serious injuries.

The tragic incident was disclosed in an updated First Information Report, FIR, from the RS12.13 Alkaleri Unit Command of the Bauchi State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, made available to Ekwutosblog.

According to the report, the crash occurred around 3:00 p.m. at Kirfi Junction and involved a commercial DAF trailer. All seven deceased were adult males.

The lone crash was attributed to a mechanical fault, specifically, a structural failure in which the head of the trailer detached from its body while in motion.

A total of 48 people were involved in the incident, including 38 adult males and 10 male children. Of these, 41 sustained varying degrees of injuries, 25 adult males and 16 male children, while seven adult males died at the scene.

FRSC personnel were said to have responded to the distress call at 3:02 p.m. and arrived at the scene by 3:50 p.m., marking a 48-minute response time.

The injured were transported to the General Hospital in Alkaleri, with some later referred to the Specialist Hospital in Bauchi for advanced care. The remains of the deceased were deposited in the morgue before being handed over to their families for burial.

The rescue operation was led by DRC H.Y. Danjuma on behalf of the Unit Commander.

In the wake of the tragedy, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, paid a condolence visit to Kirfi Local Government Area on Friday. During the visit, he announced a N50 million relief package for the victims and their families.

According to the governor, each bereaved family will receive N2 million, while those still receiving treatment in hospital will be given N1 million each. Victims who have been discharged will receive N500,000 each.

He added that additional support would be provided through the State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA.

Governor Mohammed described the accident as deeply painful, especially given the loss of many young lives.

The governor condemned the practice of transporting over 200 people in a single truck, calling it highly irresponsible and unacceptable.

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