The Enugu State Police Command has arrested 30-year-old Okpara Emmanuel in connection with the alleged murder of his girlfriend, Chinyere.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The suspect, a resident of Olympic Layout, One-Day, Enugu, was apprehended by operatives from the Awkunanaw Police Division after being rescued from an angry mob.

Key details of the tragic incident include:

• Discovery of the Crime: According to police spokesperson SP Daniel Ndukwe, Emmanuel allegedly killed Chinyere on September 19 following an argument. He then wrapped her body in nylon and concealed it inside his apartment’s toilet.

• Neighbours’ Intervention: The decomposing body’s foul odour eventually alerted neighbours, who forced their way into the apartment and detained the suspect before authorities arrived.

• Suspect’s Confession: During preliminary interrogations, Emmanuel reportedly confessed that the fatal dispute stemmed from an argument over who infected each other with HIV, during which he allegedly struck her on the head with a pestle.

• Next Steps: The victim’s remains have been moved to a mortuary for an autopsy and preservation, while the State Criminal Investigation Department—under the directive of Commissioner of Police Mamman Bitrus Giwa—has launched a full investigation for prosecution.

• Police Advice: Authorities have urged members of the public, especially young women, to exercise caution and always inform trusted friends or family of their whereabouts when visiting others.

Former Minister of Power and All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Adebayo Adelabu, has distanced himself from the defection of his former aide, Ajiboye Akande, who recently left the APC for the Allied Peoples Movement (APM).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Akande had moved to the APM alongside supporters from the state’s 33 local government areas during a mega concert held at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan.

Key details of Adelabu’s official response include:

• End of Association: Adelabu clarified through his media office that Akande no longer serves as his personal assistant, noting that their working relationship ended following disagreements over Akande’s decision to join the APM.

• No Prior Consultation: The former minister stressed that he was neither consulted about the defection nor the political statements made during the rally, emphasizing it was an independent decision by his former aide.

• Commitment to the APC: Adelabu firmly stated that he has no intention of leaving the ruling party, maintaining that his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu—whom he regards as his political mentor—remains absolute.

• Call for Transparency: While reaffirming his commitment, Adelabu reiterated his call for transparency regarding the Oyo State APC governorship nomination process, demanding that official results and signed documents be made public.

• Politics Not a Do-or-Die Affair: Adelabu noted that political office is not vital to his livelihood, highlighting that he remains actively engaged in his private businesses spanning real estate, hospitality, farming, and financial securities.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, has called on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike to shift his support to the party’s presidential candidate, Senator Sandy Onor.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking in an interview with Punch, Mohammed addressed the political landscape leading up to the 2027 general elections. Key points from his statement include:

• Open Invitation to Wike: Describing Wike as a political phenomenon, Mohammed stated that the PDP would gladly persuade him to support Senator Onor, though the party respects his constitutional rights and current alignment with President Bola Tinubu.

• Impact on the Opposition: Mohammed noted that while Wike’s lack of support poses a challenge for the PDP, the party remains confident in its ability to run a nationwide campaign and defeat President Tinubu.

• Tensions within the APC: He highlighted that the internal friction between Wike and the APC governors—evidenced by emergency meetings and sleepless nights—shows that the ruling party is deeply concerned about the minister’s political influence.

• Path to Victory: The PDP spokesperson maintained that securing Wike’s backing would make defeating the incumbent president much easier, but emphasized that the party is fully prepared to win the upcoming election regardless.