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Just In: Rivers State Police Explain Their Actions On The Fubara Incident: What Led To The Shots?
Just In: Rivers State Police Explain Their Actions On The Fubara Incident: What Led To The Shots?....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Rivers State Police Command explained why they used water cannons and tear gas during a protest at the state’s House of Assembly complex in Port Harcourt on Monday, clarifying that their actions were aimed at dispersing the protesters and not intended to target the Governor, Siminalayi Fubara.
The spokesperson for the state’s police command, Grace Iringe-Koko, released a statement regarding the incident. She stated, “In response to credible intelligence about the intentions of an armed group to cause chaos in Port Harcourt, particularly at the State House of Assembly on Monday, October 30, and considering a recent case of arson at the State House of Assembly that is currently under investigation, the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations promptly deployed armed police officers under his personal supervision to intercept these ‘hoodlums’ and safeguard lives and property at the State House of Assembly and its vicinity.
“At the entrance of the complex, it was apparent that a group of over a hundred youths had initiated a protest, which had the potential to disturb the peace. Consequently, the police employed non-lethal crowd control equipment, such as tear gas and water cannons, to disperse the unruly and uncontrollable protesters.
“However, some minutes later, another aggressive group of individuals approached the complex’s entrance and advanced toward the premises. The police responded in a similar manner but noticed that the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, was among them.
“The police expressed surprise and concern at the Governor’s presence at the scene, as there had been no prior communication to the police about his visit to the scene of the incident. It is customary and advisable that his security detail accompanies him for safety, particularly given the existing security threat at the time.
“In light of this, the Deputy Commissioner of Police for Operations took deliberate security measures to ensure the Governor’s protection and safety while he and his entourage assessed the extent of the fire damage.
“It is essential to clarify that the police did not intentionally target or attempt to harm the Governor or any individual, let alone the state’s Chief Executive and security officer, which is our primary responsibility to protect, as some media reports have incorrectly suggested. In light of the current situation and the misrepresentation in certain sections of the media, it is crucial to provide this clarification.
“Furthermore, the Rivers State Police Command has put in place adequate security measures to de-escalate the situation and restore complete calm in the affected areas.”
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COURTROOM CHAOS: Security Scramble As Enraged Mob Brutally Attacks Chidimma Adetshina Outside South African Courthouse!.
Security personnel had to step in following a hostile incident involving Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, Chidimma Adetshina, outside the Cape Town Regional Court in South Africa.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Court Proceedings: Adetshina appeared in court for ongoing hearings related to a legal challenge brought by South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs, which alleges that she lacks valid immigration status.
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The Incident: According to viral footage, the beauty queen was shoved and harassed by chanting onlookers as she exited the courthouse before security intervened to clear a path.
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Legal Stance: Adetshina maintains that she was born in South Africa and is actively contesting the deportation attempts through legal channels.
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Former North-West National Vice Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Jafar Ibrahim Sani, has called upon Northern elders and political leaders to advocate for strict adherence to due process regarding the legal situation facing former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Call for Solidarity: In a statement titled “El-Rufai, The North, Our Elders and the Test of Loyalty,” Sani criticized political stakeholders who abandon their associates during times of adversity, emphasizing that true loyalty is tested when challenges arise.
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Emphasis on Fairness: While acknowledging that opinions on El-Rufai’s public life vary, Sani maintained that personal or political disagreements should not compromise the pursuit of fairness and the rule of law.
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Pursuit of Justice: He urged stakeholders to support a legal process that ensures transparency, noting that a fair trial should ultimately follow whatever outcome the courts lawfully determine.
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TACTICAL TAKEOVER: US Military Lands In Bauchi To Launch High-Stakes Drone Training For Nigerian Troops!.
The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has announced a collaborative military training initiative with Nigerian forces in Bauchi State, designed to enhance security cooperation, combat readiness, and bilateral relations between the two nations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Scope of Training: According to an AFRICOM report, the program covers several key areas chosen by Nigerian leadership, including small-unit tactics, weapons familiarization, explosive ordnance disposal, water treatment and testing, camouflage techniques, and Combat Lifesaver/Tactical Combat Casualty Care instruction.
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Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS): The drone training drew significant focus, with U.S. intelligence personnel guiding members of the Nigerian Air Force Special Forces Regiment through both instructional sessions and hands-on operational practice.
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Strengthening Interoperability: Officials highlighted that the joint exercises extend beyond technical skill development, fostering vital working relationships and tactical cooperation at the foundational levels of both militaries.
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