Hamas 'to keep new leader's identity secret to avoid another assassination' following Yahya Sinwar's de@th

Hamas will keep its new leader's identity a secret in order to avoid another assassination following the death of October 7 mastermind Yahya Sinwar.

An official of the terror group disclosed to BBC that a new leader will be elected in March 2025 but until then it will be run by a five-member committee.

The committee, which will dictate in place of a sole leader, will be made up of Khalil al-Hayya, Khaled Meshaal, Zaher Jabarin, Muhammad Darwish, head of the Shura Council, and a fifth individual whose identity remains undisclosed.

The unnamed official told the broadcaster that Hamas had been left alarmed by the way Sinwar, 61, was killed last week as they had assumed he was in a more secure location at the time of his assassination.

He also added that the movement has the ability and personnel to ensure their safety.  

The official revealed that the Iranian foreign minister had met Khalil al-Hayya on Friday in Ankara and offered his condolences for the martyrdom of Sinwar.

Sinwar was eliminated on Wednesday after being hunted by intelligence services and the Israeli Defence Forces for over a year. Israeli officials have said the Hamas head - who has long been dubbed the Butcher of Khan Younis - was killed after he emerged from the underground tunnel network where he had been hiding.

A unit from the IDF's 828th Bislamach Brigade was patrolling Tal al-Sultan, an area of Rafah, on Wednesday morning, when it came across a group of three Hamas fighters in the street and engaged them in a firefight.

The terrorists were 'on the run' moving from house to house, the IDF said.

One of them, since identified as Sinwar, 'ran alone into one of the buildings'. He went up to the second floor, and troops responded by firing a tank shell in his direction.

The unit made up of trainee infantry commanders and reservists, then began to sweep the area, according to Israeli media.

Two grenades were thrown at them, one of which exploded while the other failed to go off, Ynet reported.

The troops decided it was too dangerous to proceed and pulled back, sending in a mini drone to trace the fleeing fighter instead.

Dramatic footage released by the IDF shows the bloodied Sinwar, his face concealed by a scarf, throwing a stick in a final attempt to defend himself against the drone just seconds before he was assassinated.

Kogi vigilante arrests two suspected kidnappers

The Kogi State Vigilante Service has arrested two suspected kidnappers in Dekina Local Government Area of the state. Abocho

 

The suspects identified as Umoru Garuba and Salifu Ademu, were apprehended in the Ibobo area of Abocho at 2pm on October 21, 2024.

 

Villagers raised the alarm upon spotting the suspects, prompting a swift response from the Kogi State Vigilante Service, who were on patrol in the vicinity.

 

The vigilante team successfully detained the suspects, who subsequently confessed to their involvement in the crime.

 

Following their arrest, the suspects were handed over to the Quick Response Unit (QRU) in Anyigba for further investigation and prosecution.

 

The spokesperson of the service, S.O Saka, who confirmed the arrest on Tuesday said authorities are continuing to investigate the matter to ensure justice is served and to enhance community safety. 

 

“Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available,” he said. 

Insecurity: Bandits Kill Three, Abduct Two Rice Farmers In Niger State

The attack took place around 9:am on Sunday, October 20, 2024, between Bangi and Kotonkoro.

Three persons have been killed while two rice farmers were kidnapped by bandits in the Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State.

The attack took place around 9:am  on Sunday, October 20, 2024, between Bangi and Kotonkoro.

The gunmen, blocked the road, shooting at vehicles travelling along the route.

Among the victims were the driver of a car, a young girl, and a passenger identified as Alhaji Ibrahim.

It was gathered that the victims were travelling to the market when the attack occurred.

Shehu Kotonkoro, the owner of the vehicle confirmed the incident, expressing his concern about the lack of security in the area. He noted that the attack happened just 5 kilometres from Kotonkoro.

In addition to the killings, two rice farmers harvesting on their farm about two kilometres from the town were abducted by the bandits.

The bandits also attacked another vehicle carrying bread during the assault.

The Chairman of Mariga Local Government, Abbas Musa Kasuwa-Garba, confirmed the attack on Monday and sympathised with the victims’ families.

He highlighted the persistent insecurity in the area due to the proximity to Zamfara, Kebbi, and Kaduna states, where bandits frequently strike before retreating to their camps.

Meanwhile, bandits have also imposed a levy of 11 million on villages in Mariga LGA before allowing them to harvest their crops.

The bandits also demanded ransom, motorcycles, food and mobile phones in exchange for some victims kidnapped earlier in communities in the LGA.

50 Cent Finally Speaks On S3x Trafficking, R3pe Allegations Against Diddy

Recall that Diddy who is currently facing multiple s3xual assault and r3pe charges was arrested in a Manhattan hotel by the federal agents, following a grand jury indictment.

 

American rapper 50 Cent has finally spoken about the s3x trafficking and r3pe allegations against his embattled colleague Sean Diddy.

 

The legendary rapper reacted after a second batch of s3xual assault lawsuits were filed against Diddy including allegation that he r3ped a 13-year-old girl.

Recall that Diddy who is currently facing multiple sexual assault and r3pe charges was arrested in a Manhattan hotel by the federal agents, following a grand jury indictment.

 

However, in an exclusive interview with People, 50 Cent said: “Look, it seems like I’m doing some extremely outrageous things, but I have not. It’s really me just saying what I have been saying for 10 years.

“Now it’s becoming more full-facing in the news with Diddy’s stuff, but away from that. I’m like, Yo, it is just my perspective because I stayed away from that stuff the entire time, because it is not my style.”

 

Recall that the duo’s feud started since their first meeting in the 1990s, after 50 Cent failed to consider Diddy as a friend.

 

In 2006, 50 Cent released his diss track, ‘The Bomb’, where he accused Diddy of being involved in the 1997 murder of fellow artist Biggie Smalls.

Nibo: Peter Obi Condemns Killing of 16 Young Men in Anambra

Recall that not less than 16 youths were reportedly killed by gunmen during the Onwa Asaa traditional festival of the town.

 

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 general elections has reacted to the killing of 16 young men at Nibo community of Anambra State.

 

While condemning the killing, he called for the perpetrators to be brought to book.

 

Recall that not less than 16 youths were reportedly killed by gunmen during the Onwa Asaa traditional festival of the town.

 

The perpetrators of the attack were said to have arrived in a black Lexus SUV, stormed an eatery in the community and opened fire indiscriminately, killing the young men.

 

In a statement on his X account, Obi said he was saddened by the senseless killings in the society.

 

Describing the act as a profound loss to the families of the victims, the state and the nation at large, Obi said no one has the right to take a life.

 

He wrote, “Life is sacred, and no one has the right to take it. Such heinous actions reveal a disturbing disregard for human dignity and the rule of law.

“Our nation cannot progress if we allow violence to become the norm, and we must work collectively to address the underlying causes of this growing menace.”

 

The former Anambra State governor also condoled with the families of the victims, the Nibo community and the state.

 

He added, “I call on the authorities to act swiftly in bringing the perpetrators of this horrific crime to justice and ensuring that such incidents are never repeated.

“Nigeria must become a nation where safety and justice prevail over violence and lawlessness.”

Since She Was 12 And Procuring Ab0rtions For her

The spokesperson of the command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the incident in a statement on Monday, October 21, 2024, said Osinusi forced the survivor to swear an oath not to tell anyone or else she would die.

The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 42-year-old teacher, Gbolahan Osinusi, for repeatedly r@ping a 17-year-old girl since she was 12.

The teacher, who is also the girl's guardian, took her to a nurse named Mariam Fatolu for ab0rtion drugs to be administered to her whenever she got pregnant.

The spokesperson of the command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the incident in a statement on Monday, October 21, 2024, said Osinusi forced the survivor to swear an oath not to tell anyone or else she would die.

The PPRO disclosed that Osinusi was charged to court on October 16 while Mariam has been admitted for medical attention at General Hospital Ketu-Epe.

“On the 30/09/24 at about 1500hrs, a case of def!lement/ab0rtion was transferred from Festac Division to Gender unit of Lagos State Police Command, Ikeja,” the statement read.

"The complaint who reported the matter, alleged that one Gbolahan Osinusi 'm' aged 42, a teacher at a school in Ketu-Epe, Lagos State and also the guardian to her 17 year old had been having s3xual intercourse with her since the survivor was 12 years old till December 2023, when she was 17 years.

"She added further that Gbolahan Osinusi forced the survivor to swear on oath not to tell anyone, else she will die and that he took her severally to a nurse by name Mariam Fatolu for ab0rtion drugs to be administered on her whenever she got pregnant. Hence the complaint.

“The said Gbolahan Osinusi has been charged to court, on 16/10/24 while the said Mariam is currently admitted for medical attention at General Hospital Ketu-Epe. She will be charged to court as soon as possible.”

Imo Police Arrest Broadcast Journalist, Uba Over Alleged Inciting Statements

Uba is currently detained at State Headquarters of the command and will be arraigned in court with appropriate charges once a comprehensive investigation is completed.

Chinonso Ubah

A radio presenter, Chinonso Ubah, popularly known as Nonsonkwa, has been arrested by the Imo State Police Command over allegations bordering on cyberstalking, character defamation and inflammatory statements.

Confirming the arrest, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye informed that the presenter was arrested by the Operatives of the Command on October 20, 2024, following a written petition from a concerned citizen regarding viral videos, where the presenter allegedly engaged in Character defamation, spreading misinformation and inflammatory statements against him.

The citizen also alleged that Uba’s statement led to the burning of the National Open University, NOUN, Study Center in Nsu, Ehime Mbano LGA, on September 30, 2024, which the command claimed ignited civil unrest.

Okoye pointed out that the presenter was not abducted as was initially alleged but was arrested, informing that Uba is currently detained at State Headquarters of the command and will be arraigned in court with appropriate charges once a comprehensive investigation is completed.

“The Command remains committed to upholding the rule of law and maintaining peace and order in the state, emphasizing that no individual involved in the tragic attack and burning of the NOUN study centre will escape full legal consequences, ” he stated.

The arrest of the presenter as it was gathered by Dailypost, is currently generating reactions from members of the public, mostly media practitioners in the state following the manner the presenter was arrested.

Reacting to the development, a media practitioner, Chidi Nkwopara said arresting the presenter for informing the public based on information obtained from a popular TV station without also arresting the originator of the news amounts to selective justice.

An activist, also a Journalist, Chidiebube Okeoma claimed that the manner of the presenter’s arrest was not in line with the rule of law and fair hearing, accusing the command of delay in disclosing the arrest on time which he said led to the speculation that he was abducted.

He urged the police to respect the constitutional rights of the presenter by ensuring that he is not held in custody longer than is required by law.

Top Israeli Army Commander, Ahsan Daksa Killed In Gaza (Photo)

He was leading a critical offensive in Jabalia, a strategic zone for Israeli forces during their campaign in northern Gaza.

 

Israeli military commander, Colonel Ahsan Daksa is dead.

 

Israeli army confirmed the death of Colonel Ahsan Daksa, a senior commander of the 401st Brigade, in northern Gaza during intense operations targeting Hamas militants.

 

The incident occurred on Sunday, in the Jabalia area, where Israeli forces have been engaged in a broad assault aimed at weakening Hamas’s foothold in the region.

 

According to Israeli military spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, Colonel Daksa, aged 41, was killed when an explosive device struck him after he stepped outside his tank to assess the area. Two other officers, including a battalion commander, were also injured but sustained only minor injuries in the blast.

 

Hagari detailed the moment, stating, “They stepped outside to observe the area and were struck by an explosive.”

 

Daksa, a prominent member of the Druze community, was appointed commander of the 401st Brigade just four months ago. He was leading a critical offensive in Jabalia, a strategic zone for Israeli forces during their campaign in northern Gaza.

 

The Israeli Defence Minister, Yoav Gallant, praised Daksa’s bravery, saying he was killed “while fighting Hamas terrorists.” Daksa’s death has been described as one of the most significant losses for the Israeli military since the beginning of the Gaza war.

Bobrisky was arrested while trying to flee to Benin republic-VDM alleges (video)

Social critic, Martins Otse aka Very Dark Man claims Bobrisky was arrested at the Seme Border while trying to flee Nigeria to Benin Republic this morning October 21. In a video he shared on IG, VDM claimed someone sent him a message saying Bobrisky arrived at the Border this morning and asked someone to help him sign his passport while he waited in the car that brought him. VDM said he was then arrested and is currently being held by men of the Nigeria Immigration Service.

 

According to VDM, Bobrisky is trying to escape Nigeria so he will not appear before the House of Representatives panel investigating allegations that he paid EFCC N15 million to have his money laundering charges dropped and also claims that his Godfather was able to secure a private apartment for him to do his six-months jail term.

 

‘’Bobrisky has been Arrzt€d this morning at the seme border while trying to enter BENIN REPUBLIC to escape the current investigation by the house of reps,he is allegedly being held be the Nigeria immigration…MAKE WE WAIT FOR BOB TO DEBUNK💀 Cho Cho Cho'' VDM wrote

Watch the video VDM shared below

 

Culled from Linda Ikeji Blog

Police Trace Relatives Of Man Who Slumped, Died After S*x With Woman In Guest House

The guest house, which belongs to the Paikoro LGA, is situated close the popular Paiko market along the Paiko -Lapai road. It is frequently used by traders from distant locations.

The Nigeria Police Force, Niger State Command has confirmed the death of an unidentified man who collapsed and died after having s*x with a woman at a guest house in the Paiko Local Government Area of the state.

It was gathered that the incident occurred on Tuesday, October 15, at around 8:50 pm.

The guest house, which belongs to the Paikoro LGA, is situated close the popular Paiko market along the Paiko -Lapai road. It is frequently used by traders from distant locations.

The state Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, who confirmed the incident in a statement, said it was reported to the Police at Paiko division on 15th of October, 2024.

He also explained that efforts are ongoing to locate the relatives of the deceased for necessary arrangements.

The statement read, “An incident of a suspected sudden death was reported at Paiko Div, that on 15/10/24 at about 2050hrs, a yet to be identified male adult visited the LGA lodge with a lady, and thereafter, he slumped and he was rushed to a nearby medical facility in Paiko where he was confirmed dead”

“The incident is being investigated as a medical autopsy is being awaited. Effort is also ongoing to locate his relatives for necessary arrangements.”

Also, a trader, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed that the man collapsed while dressing up after the encounter.

According to him, “The lady told us that he was putting on his trousers when he suddenly slumped and died.”

It was further gathered that the woman is currently in the custody of the Police while the body of the deceased is at the IBB Specialist Hospital in Minna.