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`Stolen` genital: FCT residents caution against jungle justice
`Stolen` genital: FCT residents caution against jungle justice
SOME residents of Gwagwalada Area Council in FCT have cautioned against lynching of persons alleged to have ‘stolen’ male genital organs.
The residents spoke in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Abuja.
They expressed concerns following recent outcry of some men and women in the area, alleging to have lost their genital to suspected organ thieves.
Mr Peter Nwajiofor, a businessman said cases of alleged missing penis and breast was on the increase in Gwagwalada as new cases keep emerging on a daily basis.
Nwajiofor said he witnessed two cases in the past week were people raised alarm of missing genital
“I don’t know how true it is, but I have witnessed two cases here in Gwagwalada were people say that after responding to greetings from strangers, they discovered that their genital disappeared.
“This issue is on the increase and the police need to act fast before an innocent person is killed for an offence he or she knows nothing about.
“I don’t support jungle justice in anyway, any accused person should be handed over to the police for investigation and necessary action taken if found guilty,” he said.
Mrs Fatima Abdullahi, a public servant said that she has heard of cases of missing genital in recent time in Gwagwalada, but never believed it until she witnessed one herself yesterday in the market.
She said a businesswoman who sells grains in Gwagwalada market alleged that a man hit her and her two breasts disappeared.
According to her, the man ran away when the woman raised alarm.
Mr Ayobami Amusu, a resident of Gwagwalada said most Nigerians now take laws into their hands because they do not have confidence in the police.
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Amusu said people prefer to handle things in their own ways which was wrong, adding that an innocent person could be killed in the process.
“People do not trust the police anymore; most times the victim turns out to suffer while the accused person goes free.
“The issue of missing genital is a serious one because that is what makes you a man or woman.
“I don’t know how true this issue is for someone’s genital to disappear and people are in a haste to make quick cash, so anything can happen,” Amusu said.
He called on the police to increase their mobility as crime was increasing on a daily basis.
Mr Emmanuel Ofodili, said that his 22-year-old son’s genital was stolen by someone in their neighbourhood, adding that the penis was their but smaller than the initial size.
Ofodile said his son told him that a man in their neighbourhood touched him on his head and immediately he could not feel his genital again.
He said when the man was tortured; he returned his son’s genital, adding that the son had not fully regained himself.
NAN reports that Rabiu Moyi, a resident of Gwagwalada on Sept. 20 accused a man of allegedly stealing his genital, the accused suffered injuries on his eye as result of the beating.
He said the accused person was rushed to the hospital for medical attention, adding that Moyi later told the police that his genital was never missing.
A policeman who spoke on condition of anonymous said since the rumor of this organ snatching, he has not seen anybody whose organ was not there.
“These are all rumors and fabricated stories and should not be accepted. This issue has posed a lot of fear and threat in the lives of residents.
“Residents are now taking laws into their hands, beating up and killing innocent citizens for a crime they didn’t commit all in the claim that their genital was stolen,” he said.
He called on the general public to desist from jungle justice as anyone caught would be prosecutor accordingly.
`Stolen` genital: FCT residents caution against jungle justice
(NAN)
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Banks to Charge N50 Stamp Duty on Transfers of N10,000 and Above from January 2026
Banks to Charge N50 Stamp Duty on Transfers of N10,000 and Above from January 2026
Following the implementation of the Tax Act, commercial banks in Nigeria will begin charging senders a N50 stamp duty on electronic transfers of N10,000 and above starting from January 1, 2026.
The charge, officially known as the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL), is a one-off N50 fee imposed on electronic receipts or transfers of funds deposited in any commercial bank or financial institution, across all account types, where the transaction value is N10,000 or more.
In a customer notification issued on Tuesday, United Bank for Africa (UBA) informed customers that the N50 EMTL will henceforth be referred to as stamp duty across all financial institutions.
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“Please note the following: Stamp Duty applies to transactions of N10,000 and above, or the equivalent in other currencies,” the bank stated in the email. UBA clarified that salary payments and intra-bank self-transfers remain exempt from stamp duty.
The bank also noted a key change in responsibility for the charge, explaining that the sender will now bear the stamp duty cost, unlike previously when the fee was deducted from the beneficiary or receiver of the funds.
UBA reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, assuring customers that it will continue to provide timely updates on changes that may affect their banking transactions.
It will be recalled that on September 7, 2024, Nigerian financial technology (fintech) firms announced plans to introduce the N50 stamp duty fee on electronic transfers of N10,000 and above, in line with Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) regulations. The fintech companies explained that the levy applies to electronic transfers into both personal and business accounts nationwide.
Banks to Charge N50 Stamp Duty on Transfers of N10,000 and Above from January 2026
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HURIWA Honours NDLEA Boss Marwa as Man of the Year 2025
HURIWA Honours NDLEA Boss Marwa as Man of the Year 2025
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has named the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), as its Man of the Year 2025, in recognition of his transformative leadership in Nigeria’s fight against drug trafficking and substance abuse.
In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by HURIWA’s National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, the association said its analysts unanimously agreed that Marwa’s stewardship of the NDLEA represents an exceptional blend of measurable impact, integrity, and innovative law enforcement strategy, setting a new standard for public service leadership in Nigeria.
According to the statement, since Marwa assumed office in January 2021, the NDLEA has recorded historic operational achievements, including over 73,000 arrests of drug traffickers and dealers, more than 12,000 convictions, and the seizure of over 15 million kilograms of illicit drugs nationwide—figures said to exceed the cumulative performance of several previous administrations.
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HURIWA noted that beyond enforcement, Marwa has strengthened drug demand-reduction programmes, leading nationwide public awareness campaigns, rehabilitation initiatives, and community-based interventions that have reached millions of Nigerians. The association said his leadership reflects a holistic approach to drug control, combining strict enforcement with education, prevention, counselling, and community engagement to ensure long-term impact.
The group further praised Marwa’s commitment to transparency and accountability, noting that his tenure has remained free from corruption scandals, thereby reinforcing public confidence in the agency. HURIWA described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to reappoint Marwa for a second five-year term as a clear endorsement of his performance and dedication to safeguarding Nigeria’s youth and communities.
By conferring the Man of the Year 2025 honour, HURIWA said Marwa has played a pivotal role in restoring credibility to the NDLEA, transforming it into one of Nigeria’s most respected and results-driven security agencies. The association added that his leadership exemplifies the discipline, innovation, and ethical standards required to confront complex national challenges.
HURIWA congratulated Brig-Gen. Marwa on the recognition and called for sustained public and institutional support to strengthen Nigeria’s ongoing fight against illicit drugs and related social vices.
HURIWA Honours NDLEA Boss Marwa as Man of the Year 2025
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Fubara Appoints New Attorney General, Redeploys Christopher Green in Cabinet Reshuffle
Fubara Appoints New Attorney General, Redeploys Christopher Green in Cabinet Reshuffle
The Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has carried out a minor cabinet reshuffle, appointing a new Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice as part of efforts to stabilise governance following the state’s recent political developments.
Governor Fubara approved the redeployment of Barrister Christopher Green, who previously served as Commissioner for Sports Development, to the Ministry of Justice, where he will now function as the Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice.
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The appointment was ratified during an Executive Council meeting, bringing an end to the vacancy created by the dissolution of some cabinet members affected by the Supreme Court judgment arising from the Rivers State political crisis.
In a statement issued by Dr. Honour Sirawoo, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information and Communications, the governor directed that Barr. Green should continue to oversee the Ministry of Sports Development pending the appointment of a substantive commissioner.
The redeployment takes immediate effect and was approved at the final State Executive Council meeting of 2025. Governor Fubara said the decision reflects his administration’s resolve to strengthen governance, ensure continuity in service delivery, and optimise the performance of critical ministries across Rivers State.
Fubara Appoints New Attorney General, Redeploys Christopher Green in Cabinet Reshuffle
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