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Man remanded for allegedly raping wife’s teenage sister in Ondo

Man remanded for allegedly raping wife’s teenage sister in Ondo
The Chief Magistrate sitting in Akure, Ondo state capital, has ordered the remand of a 30- year -old commercial motorcycle operator, Michael Olorunfemi, at Olokuta correctional centre over the alleged r@pe of his wife’s 17-year-old sister.
Olorunfemi who was arraigned before the court was charged with a one-count charge of unlawful s£xual intercourse with the young girl.
According to the Police prosecutor, Inspector Taiwo Oniyere, the defendant committed the offence in August 2024, at 10 pm, in the Onigaari area of Irese Road, Akure.
The Police prosecutor stated that the father of four, married to the sister of the victim, unlawfully had carnal knowledge of the 17-year-old girl.
The offence, according to the charge read to the defendant, contravened Sections 357 and 358 of the Criminal Code Law of Ondo State, 2006.
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The prosecutor prayed the court to remand the defendant to a correctional centre pending advice from the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
In the statement of the police, which was read in court, the defendant confessed to committing the crime, and said, “I had sexual intercourse with the victim in the bush
The victim approached me to take her to her boyfriend’s house, and on our way, I stopped near a bush and raped her. I promised to give her money, which I did not. She then reported me to her mother, which led to my arrest,”
The Chief Magistrate Kolawole Aro, however, ordered that Olorunfemi should be remanded in Olokuta Correctional Centre.
He said the defendant should be kept in custody while the case file is transferred to the DPP for advice, and adjourned the case till October 31, 2024 for review.
Man remanded for allegedly raping wife’s teenage sister in Ondo
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FG partners Femadec Energy to establish CNG centres in varsities

FG partners Femadec Energy to establish CNG centres in varsities
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion centres and refuelling stations in 20 federal tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
The initiative, led by the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) in collaboration with Femadec Energy, aims to promote clean energy adoption and reduce transportation costs for students and lecturers.
The announcement was conveyed in a statement posted on the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the Presidency of Nigeria on Monday.
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“In alignment with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to affordable, clean, and sustainable energy, the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF), in collaboration with Femadec Energy, is set to establish Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion centres and refuelling stations across 20 federal tertiary institutions nationwide,” the statement read in part.
The statement further noted that the Minister of Education, Dr. Morufu Olatunji Alausa, recently met with Vice-Chancellors and representatives from MDGIF, Femadec Energy, and the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) to finalise project details and ensure timely execution.
Six of the institutions are expected to have fully operational CNG facilities by May 29, 2025.
Dr. Alausa emphasized the project’s importance, noting that it would help lower transportation costs for students and lecturers while advancing clean energy integration within educational institutions.
“This initiative not only aims to reduce transportation costs for our students and lecturers but also represents a pivotal step towards integrating clean energy solutions within our educational institutions,” he said
A representative from Femadec Energy also reinforced the project’s commitment to sustainability, stating that the partnership with MDGIF and federal institutions reflects a dedication to promoting sustainable energy.
FG partners Femadec Energy to establish CNG centres in varsities
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SGF delays appointment letters of River Basin new executives

SGF delays appointment letters of River Basin new executives
Despite approval by President Bola Tinubu in December last year, the newly selected executives have not assumed office as the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) has not given the appointees official letters.
This is said to be due to a directive from the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev.
In a letter dated January 14, 2024, Utsev instructed the caretaker managing directors of the 12 River Basins to retain their positions until the SGF issues formal appointment letters.
The delay, now stretching beyond three months, has left the appointees in a limbo.
Many are questioning why the SGF, Senator George Akume, has not followed through with the President’s directive.
Addressing the issue in Abuja on Monday, Akume said the delay was to allow for an internal review of the appointments.
The Director of Information in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), Segun Imohiosen, who spoke on behalf of Akume, reassured that the process was underway.
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“I am aware of the development, and I can assure you that an internal review concerning the appointments is being carried out. As soon as it is concluded, we will make it public,” he said, without specifying a timeline.
As a result, caretaker officials continue to oversee the 12 River Basin Development Authorities, prolonging concerns over inefficiencies within the system.
One of the appointees said, “The entire thing is confusing. We have a mandate to contribute to the actualisation of the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President in the agricultural sector. But here we are waiting endlessly to hit the ground running.”
Complaints from certain states regarding the appointees may have contributed to the delay, prompting a review by the SGF office.
Among the affected River Basin Authorities is the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, covering Kano, Jigawa, and Bauchi.
Six officials were appointed, including Mamman Aliyu (Chairman, Jigawa), Rabiu Bichi (Managing Director, Kano), Tijjani Isa (Executive Director, Planning and Design, Jigawa), Zainab Gamawa (Executive Director, Agric Services, Bauchi), Baffa Abdulkadir (Executive Director, Engineering, Kano), and Musa Kwankwaso (Executive Director, Finance, Kano).
Similarly, the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority has six new appointees, while the Upper Benue, Chad Basin, Benin-Owena, Niger Delta, Upper Niger, Lower Niger, Lower Benue, Anambra-Imo, Cross River, and Sokoto Rima River Basin Authorities each have six designated executives awaiting confirmation.
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Man accused of strangulating girlfriend to death in A-Ibom

Man accused of strangulating girlfriend to death in A-Ibom
OPERATIVES of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested one Ndifreke Nelson for allegedly strangling her girlfriend, identified as Emem Effanga, to death in her apartment over phone.
The Police Public Relations officer, Timfon John, in a statement, yesterday, said the suspect was arrested in a church in Uyo, where he attempted to escape to upon sighting police operatives.
Her words: “Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested one Ndifreke Nelson for alleged murder of his girlfriend, Emem Effanga (39) and stealing her mobile phone after committing the crime.
“Sometime in February 2025, the command received a report that the deceased was found dead in her apartment under suspicious circumstances.
“Upon arrival at the scene, operatives observed visible marks of violence on her face and neck, suggesting she had been strangled and beaten to death.
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“The scene was processed, evidence documented and the body was evacuated to the hospital, where she was confirmed clinically dead by medical personnel. The corpse was, thereafter, deposited at the mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
“Following swift investigations, detectives traced the last person seen with the deceased to be Ndifreke Nelson, who had visited her residence on February 6, 2025, the morning of his birthday.”
The PPRO added that during interrogation, the suspect confessed to visiting the victim that morning and demanding to use her phone to take pictures for his birthday celebration on social media, and when she refused, a struggle ensued, during which he overpowered her, strangled her and struck her head on the floor with his fist, leaving her unconscious before fleeing with her phone.
“One Itel Super Phone, belonging to the deceased, was recovered from him at the time of arrest. A post-mortem examination has been conducted, and the cause of death has been officially documented by a pathologist. The suspect will be charged to court.”
“The Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, has assured that justice will be served and warned against all forms of domestic violence and criminal acts. He urges the public to remain security conscious and report suspicious activities to the Police,” John further stated.
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