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Police Commissioner, Officers Engage Bandits In Fierce Abuja Gun Battle
Police Commissioner, Officers Engage Bandits In Fierce Abuja Gun Battle
The Federal Capital Territory Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igweh, along with other officers, engaged in a gunfight with bandits in Abuja. The confrontation occurred following a distress call about an attack by unknown gunmen in Dawaki on May 19 around 11:30 am……..CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed in a statement that the police, in collaboration with local hunters, rescued several kidnapped victims during the operation. The security forces strategically ambushed the assailants at Ushafa Hill via Bwari and Shishipe Hills via Mpape, overwhelming them with superior firepower and forcing them to flee with various degrees of bullet injuries.
Adeh stated, “The operatives of the FCT police command led by the Commissioner of Police Benneth Igweh himself, swiftly mobilized to the scene. This led to a fierce gun duel as the hoodlums were overwhelmed by the firepower of the operatives, forcing them to scamper to safety with various degrees of bullet injuries, and the victims were rescued.”
One of the rescued victims remains in the hospital receiving medical attention. The Commissioner of Police reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining peace and security in the area, noting that search operations are ongoing to rescue other hostages who fled during the shootout.
On Sunday, suspected terrorists invaded Dakwa, a suburb along the Zuba, Suleja road, resulting in the kidnapping of four people and injuring several others. An eyewitness reported that the bandits launched their attack from Rufaida Yougout in Dakwa, moving towards the Buy filling station and Hasmos School, sparking a serious gun battle with local vigilantes.
The incident prompted a significant military presence and senior police officers to assess the situation in Dakwa. Despite the efforts to alert necessary security forces, the kidnappings could not be prevented.
A group of Nigerians has staged a protest at the United Kingdom Parliament, calling for the removal of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The demonstrators reportedly gathered outside the parliamentary complex, expressing dissatisfaction with the leadership of the electoral body in Nigeria and demanding immediate action.
They insisted that the INEC chairman should be removed, alleging concerns over credibility and trust in the electoral process as the country prepares for the next election cycle.
The protest drew attention from passersby and security personnel, as the group maintained their position that electoral reforms and leadership changes were necessary to restore public confidence.
Sir Uyi has responded strongly to critics of his involvement in nightclub businesses, insisting that such ventures represent only a small part of his wider activities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of seven suspected militia herdsmen in connection with the abduction of passengers travelling in an 18-seater Benue Links bus along the Makurdi–Otukpo road last Wednesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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