Woman stabs her husband to d3ath in Ibadan

A 33-year-old woman, Comfort Olajumoke Olalere Tinubu, has st@bbed her husband, Olusegun Tinubu, 39, to d3ath in Ibadan, Oyo State. 

It was gathered that the incident occurred at Gbeyi, in the Adegbayi area of Ibadan around 10pm on Wednesday night, October 30, 2024. 

The couple who got married about three years ago, had two children from the marriage.

According to The Nation, Comfort locked her husband out of their bedroom after a heated argument.  This resulted in a fight during which she st@bbed Olusegun in the back.

A source who pleaded anonymity said: “I got the call around 10:03pm and I learned that they fought and she stabbed him but that he was rushed to the hospital. About 30mins later, I was called again that my younger brother is d3ad. 

"When we reported the matter at the police station, she was asked what happened; she said her late husband accused her of locking the matrimonial bedroom door since around 7am when she left the house and returning about 7pm.

"She said the matter led to an argument between them but that fight started when the late husband came to slap her where she laid down breastfeeding their baby.”

According to the source, another relative of the husband who is living with the couple was said to have interfered in the fight and separated them.

The relative was said to be staying with the couple because he was receiving medical treatment

“After settling the fight, he went back to his room asking the husband to sleep in the living room. But, not done it was gathered that Comfort went to attack the husband where he was lying down in the sitting room and st@bbed him in the back with the knife. The husband was said to have screamed for help and slumped and later confirmed dead by the time he got to the hospital," the source narrated. 

“The matter was initially reported at Gbagi Police station but the case was later transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Iyaganku, Ibadan.” 

 

16-year-old boy arrested for k!lling his stepmother in Katsina

The Katsina State Police Command has arrested a 16-year-old boy, Nuhu Haruna, for allegedly k!lling his stepmother, Rabi Haruna, 40, in Dutsinma Local Government Area of the state. 

The spokesperson of the command,  ASP Abubakar Sadiq, paraded Haruna along with other suspects at the police headquarters on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. 

According to the PPRO, Haruna struck his stepmother to d£ath with a stick during a misunderstanding. 

“On October 21, 2024, at about 1:00 p.m., the command arrested one Nuhu Haruna, male, aged 16, of Fenza village, Dutsinma LGA, over a case of culpable homicide,” he stated. 

“The suspect reportedly struck his stepmother with a stick on her stomach during a misunderstanding, leading to her untimely d@ath." 

Kate Henshaw trends over statement to girl who said she prefers Yahoo boys to working class guys

Kate Henshaw is trending on X over the statement she made to a girl who said she prefers a man who is into fraud over a man who works legitimately for his money.

A vlogger interviewed the young lady, asking her to choose between a "Yahoo boy or a working class guy". The girl chose Yahoo boy because they take girls clubbing and provide while a working class man would expect her to stay home and cook.

Reacting to the video, Kate Henshaw wrote: "Na so dem go take pieces you for ritual. Yeye mindset."

Many X users called Kate Henshaw out for the statement and accused her of justifying femicide. Others defended her and said she was just warning such girls of the dangers of their lifestyle.

 

How 25-year-old Katsina man conspired with three others to kidnap and k!ll his uncle after collecting N8m ransom

 

The Katsina State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Nasiru Sanusi, for the kidnap and m8rder of his uncle, a ward head in Kankara Local Government Area of the state. 

The spokesman of the command, Abubakar Sadiq, paraded the suspect alongside other criminals at the police headquarters on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

According to the PPRO, the suspect conspired with three others, kidnapped his uncle and subsequently k!lled him after receiving N8m and six bags of fertilizer as ransoms. 

“On the 23rd of October 2024, the command, in collaboration with the Gombe state police command, successfully arrested Nasiru Sanusi, m., age 25, of Gidan Daudu village, Kankara LGA, in connection with a suspected case of criminal conspiracy, kidnapping, and culpable homicide," the PPRO stated. 

“The suspect criminally conspired with three (3) others now at large and kidnapped his uncle, a ward head, and subsequently k!lled him after receiving eight million naira and six (6) bags of fertilizer as ransoms.

“The suspect confessed to having fled to Lagos, Taraba, and Gombe states, where he engaged in several criminal activities until his arrest in Gombe state

“In the course of the investigation, the suspect confessed to the commission of the offence. 

“Efforts are being intensified to ensure the arrest of the fleeing suspects as the investigation proceeds.” 

10 de@d, seven rescued as building collapses in Ibadan (video)

 

No fewer than 10 persons have d!£d while seven other victims were rescued alive after a building collapsed at Jegede Olorunsogo in Ona Ara local government area of Ibadan, Oyo State capital.

The incident occurred at 2am on Thursday, October 31.

Confirming the incident, the General Manager of Oyo State Fire Services, Rev. Akinyemi Akinyinka said they received distress calls from the people in the neighbourhood at 2am.

According to him, “May I inform you that Oyo State Fire Services Agency received a distressed call at around 2 am this morning at Jegede Olunloyo area, Ibadan, of which 10 persons has been recovered from the debris of the collapsed building, while 7 persons rescued alive.

“Rescue operation is still going on.”

Watch a video from the scene below. 

 

 

Culled from Linda Ikeji blog.

We saw it coming – Rivers state govt reacts to LG allocation freeze

The Rivers State government has reacted to the new Federal High Court ruling in Abuja, which ordered the cessation of local government allocations, stating that the ruling was anticipated due to various developments during the court process.

Rivers state Commissioner for Information, Joe Johnson, on Wednesday , October 30 said;, “When the trial Judge refused to add the 23 Council Chairmen as parties, declined the State’s request to change its lawyer, and overruled our jurisdiction objection, it was evident, we saw it coming ” he stated.

Johnson revealed that the state government had appealed the decision, expressing confidence that the Court of Appeal would overturn the ruling.

Wednesday’s judgment by a Federal High Court in Abuja, ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to halt all payments to the state local government councils.

This comes as the power play between former Rivers governor Nyesom Wike and his former protege and current Rivers governor, Siminialayi Fubara, continues to exacerbate.

Arsenal supporter k!lls Manchester United fan for celebrating Mohamed Salah’s late equaliser against his club

Police in Uganda are hunting for an Arsenal football fan after he allegedly assaulted a Manchester United fan, leading to his death.

The sad incident occurred on Sunday, October 27, at Kyobugombe  Trading Centre in Kaharo Sub County of Kabale district after Arsenal was held to 2 - 2 by Liverpool.

According to TV47.digital, when Liverpool's Mo Salah scored a late goal against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, Manchester United supporter Benjamin Okello burst into celebration. He threw popcorn at the Arsenal as he celebrated.

This escalated into an argument, and after the match ended, the two got into a scuffle and the Arsenal fan hit  Benjamin Okello with a stick. leading to his death.

Confirming the incident, the Kaharo Sub County Chairperson narrated, “I received information. Yesterday morning (Monday), two men fought on Sunday night in Kyobugombe trading centre, and one of them was rushed to Bukinda Health Centre for treatment and was referred to Rugarama Regional Referral Hospital, where he died.”

“A scuffle started in a video hall at the Kyobugombe trading centre, where they were watching a football match between Arsenal and Liverpool. When Liverpool scored an equaliser in the 81st minute, the Manchester United fan, now deceased, started jubilating, and this angered the Arsenal fan. He (the Manchester United fan) threw popcorn at the Arsenal fan, sparking an argument between the two. After the game, the Arsenal fan picked a stick and hit the Manchester United fan, causing him to fall down,” he added.

The suspect, only identified as Onan, is said to be a notorious criminal who has been terrorizing the residents of Kaharo Sub County.

A manhunt has been launched by the police in Kabale District for the Arsenal fan who is on the run.

The district police commander (DPC), Mr. Joseph Bakaleke, said, “We got information indicating that the two boys who were supporters of two different teams had a scuffle, and in so doing, one assaulted the other. It is alleged that when the assaulted one was taken to the hospital later alone, he met his death.”

Court bars CBN from further release of financial allocation to Rivers state government

Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of a Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) from further releasing financial allocations to the Rivers State Government pending when a lawful appropriation act is passed by a validly constituted House of Assembly.

The judge  issued the order on Wednesday, October 30, in a  judgment on a suit filed by the Rivers State House of Assembly led by Martins Amaewhule.

Justice Abdulmalik held that the decision by Governor Siminalayi Fubara to present the Rivers State’s 2024 Appropriation Bill to a four-member Assembly, that was not properly constituted, should not be allowed to stand.

Rivers state has been enmeshed in political crisis between Gov Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.

Popular foreign contractor arrested for ‘vandalising’ streetlights in Abuja to enable him get contracts

The Abuja Metropolitan Management Council says it has arrested a prominent expatriate contractor involved in vandalising streetlights  in the territory. 

The AMMC Coordinator, Mr. Felix Obuah, disclosed this  on Tuesday, October 29, after inspecting some ongoing streetlights repairs and maintenance. 

Obuah said the contractor engaged in vandalising the streetlights to enable him to  get the contract. 

Though he didn’t mention the name of the foreign national, Obuah said the company operated by the contractor was well known, adding that the suspect would face full wrath of the law. 

Obuah said, “The minister of FCT has given us matching orders to make sure that Abuja is lightened up, and as a matter of fact, I embark on the spot assesment with my team to make sure things work well. 

“Abuja is divided into 21 lots, today will inspected almost 18 lots. We have discovered that most of those areas have been vandalised, which some are undergoing intervention work by my team. 

“We are not impressed with the level of  vandalisation that had happened in some of those lots. But I am impressed with my team for living up to expectations especially with the ongoing maintenance work on Yar’adua way and Jabi areas, the light has been restored but some are yet to be restored. 

“We will make sure that within a short possible time,  the issues  is  restored. Most a times we thought is scavengers or miscreants that are involved in vandalising the streetlights, not until today that we are able to discover that high level contractors are involved in sabotaging the good efforts of the minister and AMMC. 

“We have arrested a very prominent contractor, an expatriate who is involved in vandalising these streetlights to enable them get this contract.One of the expatriates has been arrested and is in detention, there are full evidence to that effect. 

“Our report will be submitted to the minister. we must make sure that those vandals and the people buying the items would not go free. 

“We can’t be buying and installing while miscreants and expatriates are vandalising it, sabotaging the good efforts of government is wrong.”

Northern Governors oppose new tax amendment bill

The Northern States Governors Forum (NSGF), representing Nigeria’s 19 northern states, has collectively opposed the proposed tax amendment bill currently before the national assembly.

The decision was announced on Monday following a joint meeting with the Northern Traditional Rulers Council at Kaduna’s Government House.

Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, NSGF Chairman and Governor of Gombe State read the communiqué, expressing concerns about President Bola Tinubu's proposed tax reform bills. These bills include the Nigeria Tax Bill, Tax Administration Bill, and Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill, alongside a proposed replacement of the Federal Inland Revenue Service with a new Nigeria Revenue Service.

The governors voiced strong objections, specifically against the proposed shift of Value Added Tax (VAT) distribution to a derivation-based model, arguing that it could disadvantage northern states.

“Forum notes with dismay the content of the recent tax reform bill that was forwarded to the national assembly,” the communiqué stated. “The contents are against the interests of the north and other sub-nationals, especially the proposed amendment to the distribution of Value Added Tax (VAT) to a Derivation-based Model. This is because companies remit VAT using the location of their headquarters and tax office, not where the services and goods are consumed.”

The NSGF called on the national assembly to reject any legislation that might harm the region's interests, emphasizing the need for fair and equitable implementation of national policies.

“For the avoidance of doubt, the Northern Governors’ Forum is not averse to any policies or programs that will ensure the growth and development of the country. However, the forum calls for equity and fairness in the implementation of all national policies and programs so as to ensure that no geopolitical zone is short-changed or marginalized.”

Addressing Economic Hardship and Infrastructure Needs The forum also addressed the current economic hardship facing the nation and assured citizens that both state and federal governments are working to alleviate the impact. They urged citizens to remain calm, noting that efforts are underway to provide relief.

In their communiqué, the governors underscored the importance of traditional institutions in maintaining peace and security, calling for continued cooperation with security agencies to address issues such as banditry, cattle rustling, communal clashes, and farmer-herder conflicts.

Power and Agricultural Development Initiatives Highlighting the persistent power shortages in northern states, the governors called for urgent federal action to tackle the frequent vandalism of electricity infrastructure. “This matter not only underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure but also the need to build additional transmission lines and diversify our energy supply to better connect our region and improve our energy resilience,” they stated.

The NSGF further emphasized the agricultural potential of the north, which they believe could significantly contribute to food security and economic growth if properly developed. “To achieve this, we resolved to provide adequate support to our farmers, including access to financing, modern farming techniques, and infrastructure such as roads and irrigation systems,” the communiqué added.

“Agriculture should not only be seen as a means to feed our people but also as a catalyst for industrialization and job creation across the region,” the forum stated, advocating for the re-industrialization of the North, particularly through revitalizing the textile industry and other agro-allied sectors.

Livestock and Climate Resilience Initiatives The NSGF also praised President Tinubu’s livestock reform initiatives, committing to support these measures to ensure their success. The forum acknowledged the impact of climate change on the region and pledged to work with the federal government to build essential irrigation infrastructure to prevent flooding and support agricultural activities.

The meeting was attended by governors from Zamfara, Borno, Bauchi, Adamawa, Kogi, Yobe, Gombe, Kaduna, Nasarawa, and Kwara, with Kebbi, Taraba, and Niger represented by their deputies and secretaries to their state governments.