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Missing child found dead in Ekiti pastor’s house…as irate youths set residence ablaze

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4 years ago

December 8, 2021

Ekiti State Police Command Spokesman, Sunday Abutu

Palpable fear enveloped Adehun Area of Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday, as some irate youths set ablaze the residence of a pastor over a missing seven-year-old girl.

It was gathered that trouble started when the lifeless body of a girl simply identified as Demilade was found in the pastor’s residence in Adehun area of Ado-Ekiti, in the early hours of Tuesday.

Multiple sources told newsmen that the seven-year-old girl who was sent on errand by her parent was waylaid and murdered in cold blood by daughter of the pastor who was said to be mentally deranged.

The sources further disclosed that Demilade had gone missing around 8am on Monday while on errand to buy pap for her parent and siblings to drink.

The parents were said to have raised an alarm when she did not return home and could not be found, the situation which prompted some residents to conduct a search party for Demilade, which turned out to be unsuccessful.

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It was learnt that after their effort proved abortive, the incident was reported at the nearby Police Station by the parents and family friends.

The girl, according to sources in the area, who preferred not to be named, was found lifeless at a house in the neighbourhood.

The sources said, “Yesterday morning, Demilade’s mother sent her child to buy pap around 8am and within a very short time, the girl was declared missing. She traced her to where she sent her but couldn’t find her.

“A search party was launched for the girl by her parents and some residents and she was never found before her corpse was found this morning at residence of a Redeem Christian Church of God pastor in the neighborhood.

“So, it was later on, we heard the pastor and his wife had gone to the State Police Command to report his mentally deranged daughter’s act.

“I even heard the girl had once matcheted her father’s head,” they said.

Angered by the development, some irate youths armed with petrol and cutlasses mobilised themselves to the scene and burnt down the pastor’s house.

When contacted, the Ekiti State Police Command Spokesman, Sunday Abutu, said a suspect has been arrested in connection with the alleged murder.

Abutu stated that the arrest was effected based on the information given by the parents, saying the alleged culprit is in detention at the police headquarters in Ado Ekiti.

“The dead body of the girl had been recovered and deposited at the morgue.

“The CP had directed that the matter be investigated thoroughly. We are studying and extracting information from the suspect in our custody and we shall inform the members of the public about our findings when we are through.”

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BREAKING: Military Intensifies Offensive, Destroys ISWAP Enclave in North-East

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April 12, 2026

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BREAKING: Military Intensifies Offensive, Destroys ISWAP Enclave in North-East

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), operating under Operation Hadin Kai, has announced the destruction of a major ISWAP logistics hub and terrorist enclave in Jilli, Gubio Local Government Area of Borno State.

The Air Force said the precision strike, carried out on April 11, 2026, targeted a suspected insurgent stronghold used for coordinating terrorist logistics operations and movement of fighters across the North-East.

According to a statement by the Joint Task Force North-East spokesperson, Lt. Col. Sani Uba, the operation followed sustained intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions along the Bindul–Jilli axis, identified as a key corridor for Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) activities.

The military explained that intelligence reports had indicated movement of gun trucks and motorcycles believed to be transporting fighters and supplies into the enclave. Continuous aerial surveillance reportedly confirmed the convergence of these assets at a single location before the strike was approved.

Precision Airstrike on Terrorist Enclave in Jilli

The Air Component said it conducted a series of precision-guided airstrikes on the identified target after confirming its coordinates through human intelligence and aerial surveillance.

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According to the statement, the strikes achieved high accuracy, destroying the ISWAP logistics base in Borno State and neutralising several fighters inside the enclave. Vehicles and equipment reportedly used for logistics and operations were also destroyed, while surviving militants were seen fleeing the area.

The military added that the operation likely disrupted planned coordinated attacks on troops stationed within the Gubio axis, where insurgents were reportedly preparing for offensive operations.

Strategic Blow to Insurgent Supply Network

The Air Force noted that the Jilli axis has remained a hotspot for insurgent activity in recent months, with previous attacks in nearby communities underscoring its strategic importance to terrorist supply chains and mobility routes.

The military also referenced earlier security incidents in the region, including an IED attack in January that killed soldiers and coordinated assaults in surrounding communities, highlighting the ongoing security challenges in the area.

Troops Arrest Suspected Logistics Courier

In a related development, troops arrested a suspected insurgent logistics courier identified as “Turja Bulu” in Ngamdu on April 12, 2026.

The suspect reportedly confessed to involvement in previous attacks and admitted to transporting food supplies and logistics materials from Jilli to other insurgent cells operating across the region.

Military Reaffirms Motorcycle Ban in North-East

The Joint Task Force also reiterated the ban on motorcycles across the North-East operational theatre, warning that insurgents continue to rely heavily on motorcycles for movement and attacks.

Authorities stressed that violations of the restriction would be treated as a serious security concern and urged residents to comply fully with operational directives.

NAF Pledges Continued Counter-Terrorism Operations

The Nigerian Air Force reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining aggressive operations aimed at dismantling ISWAP and Boko Haram logistics networks across the North-East.

Officials said operations under Operation Hadin Kai would continue with renewed intensity until all terrorist enclaves are destroyed and lasting peace is restored to affected communities.

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Police Arrest 23-Year-Old Man Over Alleged Killing of Six-Year-Old Girl in Ibadan

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April 12, 2026

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Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka

Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Ayanlade Olayinka

Police Arrest 23-Year-Old Man Over Alleged Killing of Six-Year-Old Girl in Ibadan

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a 23-year-old man over the alleged killing of a six-year-old girl in Ibadan, the state capital, in a case that has sparked shock and outrage in the affected community.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Ayanlade Olayinka, the incident occurred on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Adigun Village in the Olorunda Ogunsola area of Ona-Ara Local Government Area.

The command said the arrest followed intelligence reports that a young girl had been unlawfully killed, prompting immediate deployment of operatives to the scene to secure the area and apprehend the suspect.

The suspect, identified as Sodiq Kayode Akorede (23), was reportedly found in possession of the victim’s remains, including her severed head, which was recovered by police during the operation. The victim was identified as six-year-old Mutiyatu Sunday.

Police said the suspect was nearly lynched by an angry mob before officers intervened and rescued him from jungle justice, restoring order and taking him into custody.

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Police Say Suspect Confessed During Investigation

Preliminary investigation by the police indicates that the suspect allegedly confessed to the crime during interrogation. Authorities added that he sustained injuries during the mob attack and was taken to a medical facility for treatment before further processing.

The Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Ayodeji Olugbenga, ordered the immediate mobilisation of officers to the scene and directed that evidence be properly secured for investigation and prosecution.

He also condemned the attempt at mob action, warning residents against taking the law into their own hands, noting that such actions hinder proper criminal investigation and undermine the justice system.

The suspect is expected to be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Ibadan for further discreet investigation and possible prosecution.

Police Urge Calm as Investigation Continues

The police command appealed to residents of the area to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the alleged killing.

Authorities also urged members of the public to report suspicious activities promptly, stressing that community cooperation remains key in preventing violent crimes and ensuring public safety.

The incident has left residents of the Adigun community in shock, with calls for swift justice and increased security presence in the area.

Police Arrest 23-Year-Old Man Over Alleged Killing of Six-Year-Old Girl in Ibadan

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NDLEA Smashes Drug Networks, Arrests Nonagenarian, Doctor in Nationwide Raids

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April 12, 2026

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NDLEA Smashes Drug Networks, Arrests Nonagenarian, Doctor in Nationwide Raids

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 93-year-old man, a 69-year-old medical doctor, and several other suspects in a series of coordinated nationwide operations targeting drug trafficking networks across Nigeria.

The agency said the arrests were made during intelligence-led operations aimed at dismantling both local and international narcotics syndicates involved in the movement and distribution of cocaine, cannabis, and controlled pharmaceutical substances through land, air, and road routes.

In Abia State, NDLEA operatives arrested a 93-year-old suspect, identified as Pa Friday Chigbu, at his residence in Osisioma Local Government Area on April 7, 2026. A search of the premises reportedly led to the recovery of 7.7 kilograms of skunk, a strong strain of cannabis. The agency said the suspect allegedly admitted involvement in the illicit drug trade, claiming he had transitioned into drug dealing after years of menial work.

In another major breakthrough, NDLEA uncovered an international cocaine trafficking network involving an Ivorian national, Gohouri Michael, who was arrested at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport with 1.49 kilograms of cocaine. Investigators said he had moved through Lagos and Enugu before arriving in Kano, where he was preparing to travel to Milan, Italy, for drug delivery in exchange for payment.

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Further investigations led to the arrest of a 69-year-old medical doctor, identified as Dr. C. Ofomata, in Ogun State, who is alleged to have played a coordinating role in the trafficking operation. NDLEA said the suspect was later transferred for further interrogation and was found with controlled pharmaceutical substances at the point of arrest.

In Lagos, operatives intercepted a luxury bus along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway carrying 15 kilograms of Canadian Loud cannabis, concealed in compartments of the vehicle. Two suspects were arrested in connection with the seizure.

In a separate operation in Mushin, NDLEA officers intercepted a truck bound for Onitsha, Anambra State, and discovered 26,800 bottles of codeine-based syrup, leading to additional arrests.

The agency said these operations form part of its ongoing nationwide effort to combat drug trafficking, cannabis distribution, cocaine smuggling, and codeine abuse networks across Nigeria.

NDLEA reiterated its commitment to targeting offenders regardless of age, profession, or social status, stressing that both street-level dealers and high-level collaborators in drug cartels will be prosecuted under Nigeria’s anti-narcotics laws.

Officials added that intelligence-led enforcement remains central to disrupting trafficking routes and reducing the spread of illicit drugs across communities nationwide.

NDLEA Smashes Drug Networks, Arrests Nonagenarian, Doctor in Nationwide Raids