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Kaduna Police Nabs Gun Smuggler With Weapons Hidden In Car Bonnet

The Kaduna State Command of the Nigeria Police has arrested a notorious gun runner identified as Geoffrey Ayuba.

The suspect was arrested by operatives of the Kafanchan Divisional Headquarters on Wednesday, 28th July based on credible intelligence.

Ayuba was intercepted while driving his Opel Vectra vehicle with registration number KAF 733 MK and when a search was conducted, various dangerous weapons were found hidden in the car bonnet near the engine compartment.

According to the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Muhammed Jalige who confirmed the incident in a statement, one AK-47 rifle and two packs of pump-action cartridges were hidden in the bonnet of the suspect’s car.

Jalige, said: “The Operatives of the Kaduna Police Command attached to Kafanchan Divisional Headquarters on July 28, 2021, at about 1600hrs while acting on reliable information from a good samaritan, intercepted an Opel Vectra vehicle with registration number KAF 733 MK driven by one Geoffrey Ayuba ‘m’ of Unguwan Rimi Kafanchan in Jema’a LGA of Kaduna State.”

The statement further said that weapons concealed in the engine compartment of the car were recovered by the operatives after a careful search of the vehicle.

“Investigations are ongoing as the suspect has provided useful information to the Police that will facilitate further breakthroughs,” the statement added.

Meanwhile, the Kaduna State Government has filed fresh charges against the leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), Sheik Ibrahim El-Zakzaky.

Recall that Justice Gideon Kurada of the Kaduna State High Court had discharged and acquitted El-Zakzaky and his wife, Zeenat of all charges levelled against them.

The judge ruled that the charges against El-Zakzaky and his wife were not supposed to be filed, as the state government cannot arraign someone for a crime that was not an offence at the time.

Why I Signed Fireboy DML, Olamide Reveals

Nigerian singer and YBNL boss, Olamide has disclosed why he decided to sign his music act, Fireboy DML.

Olamide was quizzed about the reason he took Fireboy DML in to mentor him aside from signing him. He intimated that he could see that Fireboy was different with his style of music and deep appreciation for his songwriting ability.

Olamide said:

“It’s the sound. Still today, for me, it’s still the same. There are so many young artists out there but they’re nothing compared to the kind of music Fireboy makes. It’s just way beyond his age. I think Fireboy is 57 years old [Fireboy laughs out loud]. He writes like an old man. He’s one of those few people that I learn from sometimes. Like, ‘what does this dude think about when he’s writing?’

In a chat with Speaking to OkayAfrica, Fireboy DML recounted his first encounter with Olamide. He explained that their first meeting was at a hotel and they built their relationship from there.”

He said:

“I remember. Because that was a big moment for me. I met him for the first time in person at a hotel in Lekki. We exchanged a few words — he’s a man of few words. But I think we started recording that same day, working on the album.”

Westbrook Joins Lebron James and Anthony Davies in Lakers

The OKC Thunder and NBA world saw surprising news go down just hours before the NBA Draft. The Thunder saw their former franchise star, the next player in line to have his jersey retired in the Paycom Center, and soon to have a statue outside the arena, shipped to the L.A. Lakers.

For the third straight offseason, Westbrook has been traded to a new team, a new organization, but this time a familiar city. The Oklahoma City fan favorite is heading back to his state, California.

The nine-time All-Star, two-time scoring champ, three-time assist champ, who has made nine All-NBA teams, and the 2016-17 NBA MVP is teaming up with LeBron James and Anthony Davis in LaLa Land.

This will be the best chance of capturing a ring since Westbrook was teammates with Kevin Durant.

Sure, there are some concerns with this fit. Mainly spacing, but LeBron has consistently made teammates better and found ways to maximize the roster around him.

With AD and LBJ more comfortable playing the center and power forward spots, it makes room for Westbrook leading the charge as the point guard. Barring health, the Purple and Gold will be must-watch TV.

For Westbrook, this will be a legacy-defining move. If anyone is up for the challenge, it is Russ. However, the unfair slander will only grow louder if he butts-heads with King James, and things go south with the Lakers.

Though, if the LA trio wins a title, the toxic behavior of NBA stan culture silently fades away. Westbrook gets his respect and gets to rise the Larry O’Brien for his hometown team.

Are you rooting for the Lakers this season now that they have added Russell Westbrook?

Kaduna Govt Files Fresh Charges Against IMN Leader, El-Zakzaky

The Kaduna State Government has filed fresh charges against the leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), Sheik Ibrahim El-Zakzaky.

Recall that Justice Gideon Kurada of the Kaduna State High Court had discharged and acquitted El-Zakzaky and his wife, Zeenat of all charges levelled against them.

The judge ruled that the charges against El-Zakzaky and his wife were not supposed to be filed, as the state government cannot arraign someone for a crime that was not an offence at the time.

Justice Kurada had found that the charges were filed against the duo in 2018 pursuant to the Penal Law enacted by the state government in 2017 over an alleged offence committed in 2015.

Speaking with Daily Trust on Thursday, counsel to the state government, Dari Bayero, said fresh charges have been filed against the IMN leader under the Treason and Treasonable Offences Act before a Federal High Court.

Bayero, however, said it was not in agreement with the reasoning and conclusion of Justice Kurada, noting that the government would appeal the case.

He said, “We are going to appeal, there is no doubt about it, in fact, we have obtained the court judgement because we are not in agreement with my Lord’s reasoning and conclusion, it is not in consonance with the facts on ground.”

2023: Atiku has nothing to offer Nigeria – Adeyanju, warns PDP

Activist, Deji Adeyanju has warned the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP to avoid making Atiku Abubakar its Presidential Candidate in the upcoming 2023 General elections.

The fiery critic pointed out that APC will win because it will be presenting someone ‘fresh’. In a series of tweets on Friday, he pointed out that Atiku would not be a good choice for the party.

“Atiku has nothing to offer Nigeria. Nigeria must move forward from old tired men like Atiku, Tinubu & Buhari. They are not just old but very sick and always with their doctors. Those promoting them are only looking for power at all cost, free dollars and business as usual.”

“We need competent, young & energetic leaders who will not be a liability on the nation.”

“APC will easily win 2023 election if Atiku gets PDP ticket because APC will be presenting someone fresh, a Governor, Minister, etc. What it mean is that PDP has not learnt anything in opposition for 8yrs. Nigerians are tired of these sick old men. Feel the pulse of the nation.”

“The only thing that can bring sense permanent to Nigeria is another APC victory in 2023. For some people to still be discussing Atiku who relocated to Dubai for over 2yrs and abandoned the country, it means we have a big problem in this country.”

48-Year-Old Man in Police Net For Defiling His 3 Daughters In Anambra

A state court has remanded a 48-year-old man, Igbo Thomas, for allegedly defiling his three daughters aged 8 years, 4 years and 18 months in Awka, Anambra State.
The suspect was arraigned at the High Court on Wednesday, July 28, and ordered to be remanded at the Awka Correctional Centre by the judge.

Thomas, who hails from Enugu State, allegedly committed the offence at Enuoji village in Enugwu Ukwu, in the Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Spokesperson of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Anambra Command, Edwin Okadigbo, in a statement on Wednesday, said the suspect was arrested on May 24, 2021 at Okolo Ani village, in the Igbo Etiti LGA of Enugu State for the offence.

The suspect, who reportedly confessed to the crime, said he acted under the influence of alcohol.

“It will be recalled that on May 24, 2021, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State, arrested one Mr Igbo Thomas of Okolo Ani village, Igbo Etiti LGA, Enugu State, for allegedly having carnal knowledge of his three daughters,” Okadigbo stated.

“Upon the conclusion of thorough investigation, the suspect was arraigned at the state High Court, Awka, and remanded at the Awka Custodial Centre by the judge.”

Police Nab Two Men Kidnapping A Baby In Lagos (Video)

Two men suspected to be kidnappers have been nabbed by security operatives after they allegedly abducted a baby from the mother in the Isolo area of Lagos state on Wednesday, July 28.

In a video shared on Facebook, a man identified as Isaac Fayose shared the moment the yet to be identified men were arrested with the baby. The video shows the men and the baby in a vehicle.

However, the state police command is yet to comment on this development.

Sharing the video; Isaac Fayose wrote; “Happened right now in Jakande Estate isolo “two men kidnapped a new born baby” and the police force chased them all the way from Ajao Estate”

See the video below;

Meanwhile, Delta Police Command has confirmed the release of two abducted students of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka It was gathered the students, Divine Omajuwa and Husseina Hamza, were abducted along the Oria-Abraka road on Sunday night on their way to school.

According to the state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Bright Edafe, the students were released on Tuesday at midnight. He added that the kidnappers killed one of their friends, Stephen Odje, who was in their company during the attack.

Edafe notes that no arrests have been made, adding that the state command will do everything possible to arrest the perpetrators.

BREAKING: Full Court Documents indicting Hushpuppi, Abba Kyari released [READ]

Below are documents from a US court indicting top Cop, Abba Kyari and Disgraced Fraudster, Ramon Olorunwa Abbas a.k.a Hushpuppi.

You can read it HERE

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‘Nobody Demanded Kobo From Hushpuppi’ – Abba Kyari reacts to Bribe Allegations

Top Cop, DCP Abba Kyari has reacted to reports of his alleged affiliations with notorious Fraudster, Ramon Olorunwa Abbas popularly known as ‘Hushpuppi’.

It was earlier reported that US court documents reveal that Abbas reportedly paid off Kyari to arrest a colleague of his whom he had a dispute with. However, Kyari has issued a statement on the allegations;

“Abbas who we later came to know as Hushpuppi called our office about 2years ago that somebody in Nigeria Seriously threatened to kill his Family here in Nigeria and he sent the person’s Phone number and pleaded we take action before the Person attacks his family.”

“We traced and arrested the Suspect and after investigations we discovered there wasn’t an actual threat to anyone’s life And they are long time friends who have money issues between them hence we released the Suspect on bail to go and he was not taken to any jail.”

“Nobody demanded for a kobo from Abbas Hushpuppi. Our focus was to Save people’s lives that were purported to have been threatened.”

“Later, he saw some of my Native Clothes and Caps on my social media page and he said he likes them and he was connected to the person selling the clothes and he sent about N300k directly to the person’s account. The Native Clothes and Caps (5 sets) were brought to our office and He sent somebody to Collect them in our office.
Nobody demanded any money from Abbas Hushpuppi and nobody collected any money from him.”

“We responded to a distress call he made on threat to his family and released the Suspect when we discovered there was no life threat from the Suspect.”

“This is the true story. Vincent is alive, he can be contacted.”

“For those who are celebrating that this is an indictment on us and mentioning some fictitious Big Money, They will be disappointed once again as our hands are clean and our record of Service for 2 decades is open for everybody to See. They will continue seeing us serving our father land and we will Continue responding to ALL distress Calls from ALL Nigerians provided they are life threatening.”

“For Good Nigerians who appreciate our Service please don’t worry as our hands are clean and they should please not respond to those celebrating and creating many false Narratives without any Evidence. We are used to such types of people and false newsmakers and distributors.”

A Must Read For All Christians: What You Don’t Know About Missionary Dating

Thoughtful Thursday! With Ogundeji Susan.

A Must Read For All Christians: What You Don’t Know About Missionary Dating

BY: Ogundeji Susan

I know the phrase ‘missionary dating’ might sound strange to some and some will definitely have come across it at one time or the other, some could be very familiar with it. It’s something very common these days among people who are believers. For the sakes of those not very familiar or hearing it for the first time, we will be defining the term: missionary dating.

Missionary dating is when a Christian dates a non-believer for the purpose of converting them over to Christianity. Of course, we all know this is bad but at one time or the other we’ve found ourselves in such relationships. This is a very bad idea. You aren’t the Holy Spirit who convicts people of their sins, if a man/woman promises to become a believer just to have you, he’s probably not sincere.

Thinking or deciding to spend the rest of your life with someone you do not share the same depth of faith with is as risky and deadly as jumping down from a skyscraper! Do not because of a relationship or marriage compromise on your long built faith.

We’ve heard of many stories where the man promises to allow the lady continue her faith after marriage, then he eventually forces her to convert over to his own religion, don’t you think it’s best to be on the safer side by choosing wisely and rightly while you still have that right before it’s being forcefully taken from you?

Lets look at some of the reasons why missionary dating isn’t a good idea.
Your moral values do not align(Proverbs 12:26):

Imagine being in a relationship with someone who doesn’t see anything wrong in premarital sex, holiness, righteousness and all those views Christianity holds dear, don’t you think he/she will eventually con you to his/her side?

2.nothing good ever started with dishonesty:
imagine if you later discovered one of the parties was pretending or deceiving you just to get you, how will you feel, I’m sure you will feel bad, then put yourself in the person’s shoes!

3. It is against God’s plan for marriage (2 Corinthians 6:14-16):

When we are dating, we hope it ends in marriage right? And God says in His words not to be unequally yoked together with unbelievers!

That guy/lady can never change except God changes him. It’s not your responsibility to convert anyone. Stay in God’s plan for your life, enjoy life, move far away from red flags.
Someone, who: cheats, beats you, drinks, smokes, think of any vices against your Christian values, can never change all in the name of He/she loves me, a leopard can never hides it’s spot, for how long can you hide a smoke? It will manifest no matter what!

Beloved, I love you and I do not want you to end up in a toxic relationship.

Consider people who your faith and values align, leave the bad boys for the bad girls and the church girls for the church boys!