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Terror Suspects Arrested by DSS, As the US Evacuates staff.
When Department of State Services agents invaded the Trademore Estate in the Lugbe neighborhood of the Federal Capital Territory of Abuja on Monday, they detained two terror suspects.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
While the operation was going on, the security personnel reportedly locked the estate’s access and exit gates.
According to information obtained by our correspondent, the two suspects, who are reportedly siblings, were detained on terrorism-related charges.
This occurred less than a day after the United States and the United Kingdom issued alerts about a potential terror threat in Abuja that was particularly aimed at government buildings, houses of worship, and educational facilities, among other targets.
The US government has authorized the departure of its non-essential personnel and their families from Nigeria in light of this development. This was disclosed by the US State Department on Tuesday night in an update to its travel advice for Nigeria.
Residents of Trademore Estate who spoke to NIVONEWS on Wednesday claimed the operation was carried out by the DSS and some foreign security operatives.
An estate resident who requested anonymity revealed that during the operation, residents were essentially held hostage.He said, “When our estate was shut up, we were in our homes. We were not permitted to leave, and no one was permitted to enter. DSS and a few American soldiers arrived for the operation.
I was informed that they were searching for some alleged terrorists.All we noticed after they finished their work was their vehicle leaving with several estate residents.
Additionally, a post on the estate’s Whatsapp platform that one of our correspondents saw on Wednesday warned residents to be watchful and make sure they knew their neighbors.
“We are unable to provide complete information on the motivation(s) for the operation, but we can confirm that there was a claim of terrorist activity.
Every resident has a grave responsibility to practice vigilantism, get to know their neighbors, and alert authorities to any suspicious persons, movements, or activities.
We’ll keep working as hard as we can to maintain the estate secure for everyone.
There should be zero tolerance for anyone evading their responsibility for security.
Adewale Adenike, Chairman of the Estate, acknowledged the security operation but declined further comment.
Schools in Abuja have not been closed, according to Paul Edoh, the Publicity Secretary of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools, Abuja Municipal Area Council.
It was discovered that some parents had asked for the immediate shutdown of all schools in Abuja until things could be stabilized.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 19 individuals in Benin City, Edo State, for their alleged involvement in internet fraud activities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a statement issued on Monday via the EFCC’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, the arrests were carried out by the Benin Zonal Command on Saturday, April 12, 2025. The operation was based on actionable intelligence that linked the suspects to a series of fraudulent cyber activities.
The EFCC disclosed that several high-value items were recovered from the suspects during the operation, including five luxury vehicles and multiple smartphones believed to have been used in perpetrating the crimes.
“Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, arrested 19 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations within Benin City, Edo State. The arrests were made based on credible intelligence connecting them to cybercrime activities,” the agency’s statement read.
Although further specifics regarding the alleged schemes have yet to be made public, the EFCC has assured that investigations are ongoing, and the suspects will be prosecuted once inquiries are concluded.
This operation is part of the Commission’s broader strategy to combat the rise in cybercrime across Nigeria, a crime trend colloquially referred to as “yahoo-yahoo.”
At least 40 individuals have lost their lives in a renewed wave of violence that struck Zike, a community in Kimakpa within the Kwall district of Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The assault, which unfolded in the early hours of Monday, left residents in terror as unidentified gunmen invaded the village, indiscriminately opening fire on civilians. Many who tried to escape were tragically caught in the barrage of bullets.
Community leader Wakili Tongwe, speaking to Channels Television, disclosed that he and security agents were patrolling a nearby area when the attack erupted.
“Despite engaging the attackers and pushing them back, the toll was already severe,” Tongwe said. “Thirty-six people died on the spot, and four others later succumbed to their injuries. Several victims are still receiving medical attention.”
This latest incident follows a disturbing trend of violence in Plateau State, coming just two weeks after a similar attack in Bokkos LGA claimed 52 lives.
Plateau’s Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, expressed strong condemnation of the act, describing it as “one attack too many” and a threat to the state’s fragile peace.
“It’s devastating to face another tragedy in Bassa, barely weeks after the Bokkos killings,” she lamented. “This appears to be a deliberate attempt to disrupt the peace we’ve been working hard to restore.”
Ramnap urged residents to stay calm and vigilant, affirming that Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration remains committed to bringing those responsible to justice.
“The state will deal firmly with any individual or group involved in such barbaric acts,” she assured, warning against retaliatory violence.
As of press time, security agencies had not released an official statement on the latest attack.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to Alhaji Sirajo Jaja, the Accountant General of Bauchi State, following his arraignment by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations tied to a ₦70 billion fraud.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Jaja was released under the condition that he returns for upcoming court hearings. His arrest and prosecution have sparked speculations of political motivation, especially due to his previous criticisms of federal government policies.
Alongside Jaja, two others were also detained in relation to the case: Aliyu Abubakar, an unregistered bureau de change operator, and Sunusi Ibrahim Sambo, a PoS operator. All are being investigated for their roles in what’s being described as a massive financial scandal.
The case has generated national attention and added to ongoing scrutiny of public officials’ handling of state funds.
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