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Police arrest ex-convict, two others plotting to burgle Minna shop

Operatives of the Niger State Police Command have arrested three notorious armed robbers including an ex-convict planning to burgle a provision store in Minna.

Spokesperson of the command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, who disclosed this in a statement on Monday, January 6, 2025, said the suspects were arrested in a hotel room based on credible intelligence.

According to the PPRO, the ex-convict, Jibrin Ndako, 19, was recently released from prison for motorcycle theft.

“In a continuous effort of the Niger State Police Command to stem the tide of crime and criminality in the State, the following arrests were made; on 4/01/2025 at about 6pm, based on a credible intelligence received, police operatives attached to Tudun-Wada Div arrested three suspected notorious armed robbers and burglars who are; Jibrin Ndako 19yrs of Barikin-Sale, Haruna Abubakar 20yrs of Angwan-Kamfani and Aliyu Abdullahi 18yrs of Kpakungu, Minna,” the statement read.

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“The suspects were arrested in a hotel along Eastern Bye-Pass, Minna where they lodged in a room and they were found with dangerous weapons of three cutlasses and one industrial iron cutter.

“During interrogation, Jibrin Ndako who had just returned from a jail term for the offence of theft of motorcycles, narrated that he met his accomplices from Agaie and brought them to Minna to join him in breaking a targeted provision store located at Barikin-Sale Minna before their arrest by the Police.

“The suspects have been transferred to State Police Headquarters, Minna for further investigation and diligent prosecution.

“The suspects are still undergoing preliminary investigations at the Div and they will soon be transferred to SCID Minna for further investigation and diligent prosecution.”

Police arrest ex-convict, two others plotting to burgle Minna shop

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Nigeria’s military drops to 39 in global rankings

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Nigeria’s military drops to 39 in global rankings

Nigeria’s Armed Forces has dropped to 39th in the 2024 Global Firepower (GFP) rankings globally. This marks the third consecutive decline after being ranked 36th in 2023 and 35th in 2022.

145 countries were considered in the annual Global Firepower review.

On the African continent, the country also slipped from third to fourth place behind South Africa, Algeria and Egypt.

The poor ranking comes despite Nigeria’s recent acquisition of advanced fighter jets and military assets, as well as reported progress in combating terrorism within its borders.

The Global FirePower ranking utilizes 60 individual factors to determine a given nation’s power index score with categories ranging from quality of military units and financial standing to logistical capabilities and geography.

Nigeria’s Power Index (PwrIndx) score for 2024 was 0.5619, with a score of 0.0000 representing the pinnacle of military strength.

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Meanwhile, Egypt retained its position as Africa’s strongest military, followed by Algeria and South Africa.

US military retains top spot for 18 consecutive year

Globally, the United States maintained its dominance, ranking first for the 18th consecutive years. Other global powers such as Russia, China, India, and South Korea rounded out the top five.

Notable African nations, such as Ethiopia, Angola, Morocco, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, also appeared in the rankings, reflecting the countries’ diverse military landscape.

Some of the categories considered shows that Nigeria is at the bottom of the radar in terms of helicopter carrier fleet strength by country, tanker fleet strength by country, destroyer fleet strength by country, naval corvette fleet strength by country, submarine fleet strength, and reserve military strength, ranking 145 out of all the countries reviewed. It also ranked poorly in terms of crude oil consumption by country and natural gas consumption by country.

It, however, scored excellent in total available manpower, population fit-for-service, and paramilittary strength among others.

The drop in rankings raises questions about Nigeria’s defence capabilities and resource allocation amidst its ongoing security challenges.

 

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Catholic priest quits Christianity, joins traditional religion in Anambra

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Catholic priest quits Christianity, joins traditional religion in Anambra

A Catholic priest, Echezona Obiagbaosogu, has announced his resignation from the church to join African traditional religion.

Obiagbaosogu, a lecturer in African Traditional Religion at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, disclosed this after recently defending his PhD dissertation titled ‘Rainmaking and Control in Igbo African Medicine: A Case Study of Isieke in Ihiala Local Government Area, Anambra State,’ according to an interview published by Starconnect Media.

In his doctoral research, Obiagbaosogu looked into the ancient African practice of rainmaking.

According to his findings, rainmaking involves a combination of natural elements, spiritual communication, and what he describes as African science.

He argued that rainmakers, known as “debia ogwu” in Igbo culture, utilise herbs, roots, and hydroscopic stones to interact with the atmosphere and influence rainfall.

Obiagbaosogu explained that there were three distinct methods of rainmaking: the use of clay tripods and concoctions, coldrone structures with fermented herbs, and psycho-spiritual techniques that rely on the power of the human mind.

Speaking about his journey, Obiagbaosogu, who was a priest for 17 years, said his decision stemmed from a deep curiosity about African spirituality and the art of rainmaking.

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He described his transition as a quest to reconnect with the cultural values and spiritual practices that have been undermined by colonial influences.

“I have come to realise that my true calling is to serve my people through the ancient traditions of our ancestors. I was a Catholic priest for 17 years before resigning to embrace the traditional African religion. The topic of my research is ‘Rainmaking and Control in Igbo African Medicine: A case study of Isieke in Ihiala Local Government Area, Anambra State’.”

Obiagbaosogu shared that his upbringing played a significant role in shaping his beliefs, noting that his father, a Christian who still valued traditional medicinal practices, and his maternal grandfather, a traditionalist, inspired his appreciation for nature and indigenous knowledge.

He said these early influences sparked his interest in rainmaking, which became the focus of his academic research.

“Everything about this research stems from my curiosity about nature and God. The research reflects my curiosity about spirituality and the nature of God. As a priest, I had the opportunity to work in health sectors, and I understand what health is all about,” he said.

While still a seminary student, he stressed that he witnessed a family friend demonstrate rainmaking, an experience that set him on a path of academic and spiritual exploration.

“My research in rainmaking and control is rooted in finding the truth and understanding how native doctors contribute to preserving African values. I discovered that it is indeed a reality and done by dibia (native doctors). I am not turning my back on God, but rather, I am embracing the divine in a more meaningful and authentic way.”

During his research, Obiagbaosogu said he spent months studying with a renowned native doctor, learning the intricacies of rainmaking and its connection to Igbo spirituality.

He emphasised that traditional African practices should be viewed as science rather than superstition.

 

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EFCC saved 79-year-old grandma from Abuja land grabbers – Group

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EFCC saved 79-year-old grandma from Abuja land grabbers – Group

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been commended for recovering property belonging to a 79-year-old grandmother, Hajia Colleen Mero Yesufu, in Abuja.

The agency secured an interim forfeiture order and began reclaiming the property after investigations revealed alleged fraud, forgery, and conspiracy in connection with the land.

This was disclosed during a World Press Conference held in Abuja by the Initiative Against Human Rights Abuse and Torture (INAHURAT).

Barrister Maxwell Opara, the group’s Executive Director, highlighted the EFCC’s professional approach to the matter and raised concerns about delays in justice from other institutions.

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According to Opara, Hajia Yesufu became the owner of a property in Guzape, Abuja, in 2010 but discovered in 2023 that it had been illegally developed and sold.

Her legal representatives petitioned the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and law enforcement agencies. The FCTA identified irregularities, including forged documents allegedly used to claim ownership and obtain building permits.

The EFCC, acting on petitions from the victim’s lawyers, conducted a detailed investigation, uncovering fraudulent activities linked to the property. Their efforts led to a Federal High Court order enabling the agency to begin restoring the property to its rightful owner.

Opara alleged that previous investigations by other agencies were inconclusive, resulting in prolonged distress for Hajia Yesufu and her family. Despite petitions to various authorities, progress was only achieved after the EFCC stepped in.

The activist urged the EFCC to finalize its work by ensuring all parties implicated in the alleged fraud are brought before the court.

 

EFCC saved 79-year-old grandma from Abuja land grabbers – Group

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