“Her unwavering support and dedication to her family, particularly her husband, the late Dr. Olusola Saraki, and her children, are a testament to her selflessness and devotion.”
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Mother of ex-Senate president, Bukola Saraki, dies at 89
Mother of ex-Senate president, Bukola Saraki, dies at 89
Former President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, has lost his mother, Florence.
Florence died on Tuesday at the age of 89.
Saraki confirmed his mother’s death in a statement shared on his social media handles.
The statement read, “With profound sadness and total submission to the will of Almighty God, I announce the passing of my beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and matriarch, Chief Mrs. Florence Morenike Saraki, who peacefully transitioned today, Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
“Details regarding funeral arrangements will be shared in due course. We appreciate your love, prayers, and support as we mourn Mama’s passing.”
Mourning the deceased, a former governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State, Segun Sowunmi, in a post on his Facebook handle on Tuesday, said she lived an impactful life.
The statement titled “Saraki Loses Mother, Chief Mrs. Florence Morenike Saraki,” read, “I receive with gratitude to God a life well spent, lived impactfully, and reason to thank her creator for grace unspeakable in the life of her beloved husband, Oloye Olusola Saraki, who was one of the heroes for which we plead that their labours past will not be in vain.
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“To her last lovely children among whom is the Waziri Ilorin, Abubakar Olusola Bukola Saraki, former governor of Kwara State and arguably the most dignified and independent Senate President in Nigeria in this republic.
“Princess of Owo, omo ologho, thank you for examples set in good conduct and good African values as a community leader, as a role model and as a virtuous woman for others to emulate.
“Now rest in the assurance that your beautiful legacies will be passed on through your children, your grandchildren, your great-grandchildren, through all who experience your kindness of spirit.
“My condolences to all your loved ones, especially our leader, Senator Bukola Saraki to whom this must be an irreparable loss.
“Time shared and all beautiful memories will lessen the pain of finality, that death represents. Fare hee well!”
Also mourning her death in a statement by the chairman of the ward, Abubakar Yusuf Garba, the People Democratic Party in Ajikobi Central where Saraki hails from, said she was a pillar of strength.
The statement reads, “We share in the grief and sorrow that comes with the loss of a matriarch, a pillar of strength, and a guiding light. Chief (Mrs.) Florence Morenike Saraki was an exemplary woman, a devoted wife, and a dedicated mother who left an indelible mark on the lives of everyone she touched.
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Bandits storm Abuja council, kill one, kidnap four in fresh attack
Bandits storm Abuja council, kill one, kidnap four in fresh attack
At least one person was killed when a clutch of bandits attack Guto in Bwari Area Council in the nation’s capital, Abuja.
The rampaging armed non-state actor also reportedly abducted four others during the invasion.
Over thirty men were said to have carried out the attack which began around 12:30am on Sunday.
According to Vanguard, the attack started on the outskirts of Guto and Piyawe communities before spreading to Tudun-Fulani and Sabon Gari areas, both in the Council.
The armed men were said to have split into two groups and attacked the communities from different points, having entered Piwaye through the swamps.
They were consequently said to have killed a woman, Madam Alice, who was in her mid 40s and then kidnapped a man.
Alice was said to have gone to the area to visit her sick mother who was being taken care of by her brother when she was killed.
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Two victims were allegedly abducted from their homes in Guto, while another person was kidnapped from Tudun-Fulani, which is less than a kilometre from the council Secretariat.
A resident who preferred anonymity, said the attackers operated from 12:30am to 2:30am with no challenge from security agencies.
He said; “What happened last night was very unfortunate. We couldn’t sleep from 12:30am when they stated till almost three o’clock. Initially we thought it was the vigilance teams who were shooting, but when it became persistent, we knew these people were back again.
“We have had peace for sometime now but unfortunately they have resumed and this time with full force because it was two groups that entered Bwari that night. One was in Guto while the other group was in Piyawe. It was obvious those ones came prepared, because the sounds we heard through the night, suggested they came with sophisticated weapons.”
Another resident of Tudun-Fulani who would not like to be mentioned, alleged that the police failed to show even when frantic calls where made to the divisional headquarters in Bwari.
“We felt so helpless because the kidnappers operated for over an hour, but there was no police or army to challenge them. I called my neighbour when the shooting started and he said he had already called the police. We waited for them to show up for 20 minutes and when we didn’t hear sounds of sirens, we called again but they kept telling us they were on their way. We never saw them until the kidnappers left on their own.”
Bandits storm Abuja council, kill one, kidnap four in fresh attack
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Sexual intercourse with minors under 13 attracts life jail – Delta PPRO
Sexual intercourse with minors under 13 attracts life jail – Delta PPRO
Bright Edafe, the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, has warned that having sexual intercourse with a child under 13 years old is considered defilement and is punishable by life imprisonment.
In a post on X.com, Edafe emphasized that consent is not a valid defense, and covering up such crimes can result in charges of aiding and abetting.
He also highlighted that taking the matter to court or swearing an affidavit will not suffice, urging parents to report any instances of defilement to the authorities.
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He wrote: “A sexual intercourse with either a boy or a girl under the age of 13 years is defilement and the punishment, if found guilty, is life Imprisonment.
“Section 218 CC. In this case, consent is immaterial and such offences can’t be compounded.
“So going to court and swearing to an affidavit won’t work. In fact, any parent who tries to cover defilement could be charged to court for aiding and abetting.”
Sexual intercourse with minors under 13 attracts life jail – Delta PPRO
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Bandits abduct traditional ruler, others in Kaduna
Bandits abduct traditional ruler, others in Kaduna
Bandits on Saturday kidnapped Ashiru Sherehu, the traditional ruler of Tunburku in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Sherehu was abducted while returning from his farm.
The area, part of the Fatika district, has been plagued by banditry, making it increasingly dangerous for local residents. Ahmadu, a resident, noted that fear of abduction or death has kept farmers from working their fields just a few kilometers away from the town.
Hussaini Umar, the Sarkin Fadan Galadimawa and another traditional leader in the community, confirmed the kidnapping. He stated that the village head was taken around 5:00 pm on Saturday while returning from his farm.
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“The bandits stopped him and took him away. We haven’t heard from them yet,” Umar said.
On Sunday afternoon, two more farmers were kidnapped in Sabon Layi under Kidandan Ward while working on their farms.
Witnesses were unable to intervene due to the bandits being armed.
Umar expressed his concern over the increasing attacks on farmers and acknowledged the efforts of soldiers in the area. However, he urged the government to deploy more security personnel to address the escalating insecurity.
The Kaduna State Police Command has yet to comment on the incident, and attempts to reach the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, were unsuccessful.
Bandits abduct traditional ruler, others in Kaduna
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