Police Launch Investigation Into Killing of Pastor in Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the killing of Pastor Emmanuel Ezeoikwe, who was shot dead by suspected gunmen in Zinai Village, Bolki, Song Local Government Area of the state.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Yahaya Nguroje, the assailants stormed the community and opened fire on the cleric before fleeing the scene. The incident has triggered renewed concern over rising insecurity in parts of Adamawa State.

Police operatives who responded to the distress call reportedly arrived at the scene shortly after the attack and found the pastor lying lifeless. He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where a medical doctor confirmed him dead.

His body has since been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy as part of ongoing investigations.

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During preliminary examination of the crime scene, investigators recovered three expended AK-47 rifle shells, which have been taken as exhibits to assist forensic analysis and intelligence gathering.

The Commissioner of Police in Adamawa State has ordered the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police, to conduct a discreet and thorough investigation into the incident. Tactical teams have also been deployed to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice.

Authorities have urged residents of the affected community and the wider public to remain calm while cooperating with security agencies by providing credible information that could assist in identifying those responsible for the killing.

The police assured that efforts are ongoing to unravel the circumstances surrounding the attack and prevent further escalation of violence in the area.

The incident adds to growing security concerns in rural communities across parts of northern Nigeria, where sporadic armed attacks have continued to raise alarm among residents and religious leaders.

Police Launch Investigation Into Killing of Pastor in Adamawa

Mayowa Lambe Sues Ex-Husband Roby Ekpo for Defamation

A fresh legal battle has emerged between Nigerian media personality Robert Ekpo, popularly known as Roby Ekpo, and his ex-wife, Mayowa Lambe, following allegations of defamation stemming from his recent public statements.

Mayowa Lambe, through her legal representatives at Aunt Landa’s Bethel Foundation Legal Department, has filed a suit against Ekpo and issued a cease-and-desist notice dated April 22, accusing him of making false and damaging claims about her across public platforms, including podcast appearances.

The legal notice described Ekpo’s actions as a “deliberate and sustained campaign of falsehood,” alleging that he presented unverified personal claims as facts, thereby damaging Lambe’s reputation. According to her legal team, these statements have triggered widespread online harassment, ridicule, and defamatory commentary directed at her.

Lambe is demanding that Ekpo remove all allegedly defamatory content from his platforms, issue a public retraction and apology, and pay ₦100 million in damages. The notice warns that failure to comply within 48 hours would result in immediate legal proceedings, while also cautioning that individuals who continue to circulate the disputed claims online could face legal consequences.

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The dispute intensified after Ekpo’s appearance on The Honest Bunch podcast, where he spoke emotionally about the collapse of their marriage. During the interview, he made several personal revelations, including allegations of marital disagreements over intimacy, claims surrounding fertility challenges, and assertions that he underwent medical tests while accusing Lambe of allegedly using contraceptives without his knowledge. He also claimed to have financially supported her for over six years while she lived abroad.

Ekpo further expressed shock at discovering Lambe’s remarriage online, stating that he woke up to photos and videos of her wedding shared on Instagram, an experience he described as deeply painful.

However, Lambe’s legal team has strongly disputed these claims, maintaining that the marriage had already been mutually dissolved before her remarriage. The notice also accuses Ekpo of using public platforms to amplify private matters in a way that could mislead the public and generate sympathy at her expense. According to the foundation, his statements have fueled a wave of coordinated online attacks and trolling against Lambe.

Ekpo and Lambe reportedly met on Instagram in 2015 and married shortly after a brief courtship. Their relationship remained largely private until recently, when news of Lambe’s remarriage in the United States surfaced, surprising many observers.

The controversy has continued to generate reactions on social media, with opinions sharply divided over the claims and counterclaims. While Ekpo has openly shared his perspective, Lambe has largely refrained from direct engagement, instead posting messages suggesting she is at peace with her decisions.

As the 48-hour ultimatum runs its course, attention is now focused on whether Ekpo will comply with the demands or face a full legal battle.

Mayowa Lambe Sues Ex-Husband Roby Ekpo for Defamation

Family Seeks Justice as Beautician Dies After Alleged Boyfriend Assault

A tragic incident of alleged domestic violence has claimed the life of a popular beautician, Sally Benson, in Kumasi, the Ashanti Regional capital of Ghana.

The deceased, said to be widely known within the beauty industry in Kumasi, reportedly died following an altercation with her long-time boyfriend, Francis Arthur, at Ayigya-Maxima on April 14, 2026.

According to police sources, Arthur, a 48-year-old businessman, is currently in custody assisting with investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

popular beautician, Sally Benson

Eyewitness accounts and preliminary police reports indicate that the deceased had visited Arthur’s residence in the company of a female friend after receiving information that another woman had allegedly visited him. Upon arrival, the two women reportedly waited for some time as Arthur was not at home.

Trouble, however, began when Arthur returned and was confronted by Benson over the alleged presence of another woman. The confrontation reportedly escalated into a heated argument.

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Police say the situation turned violent during the altercation, with Arthur allegedly assaulting Benson repeatedly until she collapsed.

In an attempt to save her life, the suspect reportedly conveyed the victim in her own vehicle to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Hospital. However, medical personnel on duty pronounced her dead on arrival.

The incident has plunged the family of the deceased into deep mourning, with her father, Apostle Gabriel Oppong, demanding justice.

Speaking to journalists, the bereaved father recounted details of the incident as relayed by his daughter’s friend, expressing shock and grief over the sudden loss.

popular beautician, Sally Benson

“My daughter went there after hearing that another woman had visited the man. When he returned, she confronted him, and it led to an argument. We are told he assaulted her until she collapsed. They rushed her to the hospital, but she was already gone,” he said.

He called on authorities to ensure that justice is served, stressing the i

popular beautician, Sally Benson salon

mportance of upholding the rule of law.

“We are in a country governed by law. I believe there are laid down procedures for handling such cases, and that is what I seek for my daughter,” he added.

Meanwhile, the body of the deceased has been deposited at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital mortuary pending autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.

Police investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Family Seeks Justice as Beautician Dies After Alleged Boyfriend Assault