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Army arrests soldier with explosive, illegal ammunition in Borno
Army arrests soldier with explosive, illegal ammunition in Borno
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the arrest of a soldier for alleged possession of illegal ammunition and explosives in Borno State.
The Director of Army Public Relations, Maj.-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, said in a statement on Thursday in Abuja that the soldier was arrested during a routine search operation by the Military Police K9 Team in Maiduguri.
He added that the soldier, Lance Cpl. Mubarak Yakubu, was found in possession of 756 rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition and four 36 hand grenades, ingeniously concealed in a small bag of rice.
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Nwachukwu said the arrest was in line with the army’s commitment to upholding the highest standard of conduct and ethics in its personnel.
The spokesman said the soldier was de-inducted from active theatre operations in March and had de-induction training at the Nigerian Army School of Infantry.
“He was on a welfare pass from April 30 to May 13 when he was arrested.
“The soldier in question is currently in custody and a thorough investigation has commenced to ascertain the full circumstances surrounding this incident and to apply appropriate disciplinary measures,” Nwachukwu added.
Army arrests soldier with explosive, illegal ammunition in Borno
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Disabled Nigerian faces deportation after 38 years in UK
Disabled Nigerian faces deportation after 38 years in UK
A disabled Nigerian man, Anthony Olubunmi George, is currently facing a deportation threat after living in the United Kingdom for 38 years.
The Guardian UK reports the 61-year-old as saying he arrived in the UK from Nigeria in 1986 when he was 24 years of age.
He said he had no criminal convictions and had not left the country since 1986.
George has reportedly made several applications to keep staying in the UK, which were rejected by the Home Office.
The most recent rejection came on May 7 with officials saying “unfortunately this is not something that is considered an exceptional circumstance”.
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Naga Kandiah, George’s current lawyer, attributed his problems to his previous legal representation.
Kandiah has also lodged an appeal against the latest refusal.
“My client has been living in limbo for 38 years, with no family, has suffered two strokes and has no family left in Nigeria,” the lawyer said.
“His situation is not just because of Home Office policies but also because of poor representation by previous solicitors who failed to uphold professional integrity and ethical standards.”
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Concern as bandits engage in drone flying skill ( + VIDEOS)
Concern as bandits engage in drone flying skill
A recent video showcased a group of bandits displaying proficiency in operating drones. Uploaded by counter-insurgency expert ZagazOla Makama, the footage captured at least five bandits gathered on the ground.
One of the bandits skillfully manoeuvred a drone, drawing excitement and laughter from the others as they observed its flight. In the video, one bandit spoke on the drone’s ability to hover in the air, indicating a level of surprise and admiration.
The video sparked reactions from various users, raising concerns about the country’s security situation. @angel_abaji expressed worry about the implications for the fight against banditry, while @realadnantweet highlighted conspiracy theories surrounding banditry in northern Nigeria.
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@mr_stitch01 and @igwedip questioned the source of the bandits’ drones, suggesting possible sponsorship by wealthy individuals. @Godmvde pointed out the use of drones by Boko Haram for tracking Nigerian soldiers, emphasizing the need to cut off support for terrorism.
@Aminpac raised doubts about the identification of the individuals in the video as bandits, while @oil_shaeikh questioned the group’s profiling without evidence. @carliid warned against government knee-jerk regulations on drone usage, advocating for more effective tracking methods instead.
@legenduryjrini lamented the reversal of roles where bandits possess drones instead of the army, likening the situation to conflicts in other countries. @Gracepikin001 highlighted the bandits’ possible connections with external groups experienced in drone surveillance, posing a significant challenge for the military.
The video underscores growing concerns about security and the need for comprehensive strategies to address emerging threats posed by technological advancements among criminal elements.
Concern as bandits engage in drone flying skill
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Six members of CAN women’s wing killed in Taraba auto crash
Six members of CAN women’s wing killed in Taraba auto crash
A fatal road accident in Nigeria’s middle belt State of Taraba has claimed the lives of six women, authorities said on Sunday.
The victims are said to be members of the Women Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (WOWICAN), Taraba State chapter.
They met their end after an 18-seater bus conveying them lost control and somersaulted.
The victims were being conveyed from Gembu, the headquarters of the Sardauna Local Government, after attending a conference on the Mambilla Plateau when the incident happened.
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The State government confirmed the incident, describing it as heartbreaking and devastating.
In a press statement by Emmanuel Bello, a spokesperson for Governor Agbu Kefas, the state government condoled with the family of the victims, CAN leadership, WOWICAN, and the entire Christian community in the state.
The Governor described the event as a Black Sunday and stated that the circumstances of their death were regrettably tragic.
The governor pledged his administration’s continuous commitment to safer roads, especially within areas that poses great threats to lives and has directed that local government chairmen maintain existing roads with proper traffic controls, signage and basic repairs.
The statement added that he would work to minimise the sad occurrences of road mishaps occasioned by bad roads in the state
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