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Ekiti Police Apprehend Two Suspects for N720,000 Theft

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In a recent development, the Ekiti State Police Command brought charges against Emmanuel Chukwuebuka (23) and Bayode Olufemi (28) before an Ado Ekiti Magistrate Court for their alleged involvement in theft.

The duo is accused of stealing building materials and a generator with an estimated value of N720,000. According to Inspector Akinwale Oriyomi, the police prosecutor, the defendants conspired on November 12, around 11 am in Ado Ekiti, to commit the felony of stealing.

Oriyomi specified that the stolen items included white cement, cement, 70kg of filler, and a Tiger generator, all valued at N720,000, belonging to Durojaye Emmanuel. The charges brought against them fall under Sections 421 and 302 (1)(a) of the Criminal Law of Ekiti State 2021.

During the court proceedings, the defense counsel, Adunni Olanipekun, requested bail for her clients in the interest of a fair hearing, assuring the court that they would not evade bail. She further pledged to provide credible sureties.

Magistrate Mr. Bankole Oluwasanmi granted bail to the defendants, fixing the amount at N80,000 each, along with one surety. The case has been adjourned until January 17, 2024.

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TCN Acknowledges 7th Grid Collapse in 2024

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The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported its seventh partial grid collapse in 2024. Despite the recurring issue, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, reassured the public that efforts to restore power are well underway, with about 90% of substations receiving bulk power.

Mbah noted that the Azura Power Station initiated the grid recovery, although a minor setback occurred. However, power supply has been restored to the Abuja region and other key distribution centers. The Ibom Gas Generating Station remained unaffected, continuing to supply power to the South-South region.

An investigation into the cause of the collapse will commence once full grid restoration is achieved.

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Jigawa Tanker Tragedy: Shettima, First Lady Mourn Victims, Pledge Federal Support

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Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic tanker explosion in Jigawa State, which claimed over 100 lives. In a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, extended condolences to the affected families, praying for strength and comfort in their time of grief.

Shettima assured the public that the federal government is mobilizing resources to support the injured and assist those affected. He has directed the immediate deployment of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide aid. The Vice President also stressed the need for a review of fuel transportation safety protocols to prevent future incidents.

In a separate statement, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu offered her condolences to Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi and the people of Jigawa, praying for peace and comfort for the families affected. She called the incident “unfortunate” and extended prayers for the recovery of the injured and the repose of the souls lost in the tragedy.

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Nigeria Customs Intercepts Arms, Ammunition Worth N9.5bn Over Six Years

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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has revealed that it intercepted a total of 10,598 pieces of arms and 114,929 rounds of ammunition valued at N9.58 billion over the past six years. Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, made this disclosure during a press conference on enforcement activities in Zone A.

Adeniyi highlighted that 60% of these seizures occurred in 2023, reflecting the Customs’ increased efforts to curb arms smuggling. He also mentioned that recent operations such as Operation Whirlwind and Operation Swift Sting are part of a strategic response to tackle evolving smuggling tactics.

In addition to arms seizures, the Customs CG announced the largest pangolin scale seizure since 2020, with 9,493 kg of scales confiscated in collaboration with the Wildlife Justice Commission. The joint operation led to four arrests across Kano, Kaduna, and Lagos. The NCS continues to intensify efforts against wildlife trafficking, targeting supply routes in northern Nigeria and border areas.

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