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Compt Uba Garba Sensitizes Kwara State Textile Dealers on Dangers of Smuggling

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Compt Uba Garba Sensitizes Kwara State Textile Dealers on Dangers of Smuggling
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n continuation of his sensitization program of critical stakeholders, the Coordinator Joint Border Operations Drill , Sector 3, North central Zone,Compt. Mohammed Uba Garba at the weekend met with Textiles, Shoes, Veils and Market Women Association, Kwara State Chapter.
In an interactive session with the traders which was conducted in English and Yoruba languages, the Coordinator reminded the stakeholders on the essence of the border closure, saying that it is to encourage local farmers and local industries to strive and to provide job opportunities for youths while enhancing security across the nation.
According to Compt Uba, if the environment is not secured,revenue generation and collection will be a mirage for Nigeria Customs Service and the country. He explained that the major reason for the stakeholders meeting was to reemphasize his mission in the sector which is to enforce Federal Government directives and policies on the partial border closure.
He reiterated that movement of persons with valid travel documents from 6.am -6pm is still in enforce while illegal migration is being checked. He warned the association not to patronize or sell smuggled goods.
Compt Uba also advised textile materials dealers, buying their goods from Kano to always have a copy of Single Goods Declaration Form (SGD) used and ensure that they pay for their goods from the original importers to prevent their
goods being seized.  He explained that Section- 147 of Customs and excise Law gives power to Customs officers to search and raid any premises suspected to be housing smuggled goods, as such, any shop, company or house identified to be stocked with smuggled goods will not be spared.
The Coordinator listed the achievement of sector 3 since border closure to include “Reduction in smuggling of illicit arms used for terrorism/crime,illegal drugs, and Sub-standard foods with potential to cause health hazards”
“Reduction in human/Child Trafficking and illegal migration. Reduction in the quantity of PMS consumed daily in Nigeria by about 10 million liters. This is presumed to be the average quantity of PMS usually smuggled from Nigeria daily into neighboring countries through the numerous petrol stations along the border communities”
“Increase in government revenue accrued from payment of Nigeria Customs Service duties. Provision of enabling environment to boost local production especially area of Agriculture”
“Enhancement of security across Kwara state/north central zone. Denial of freedom of movement to criminals and reduction in criminal activities and crime rate across the state and zone and Nigeria in general”
So far, he said the Sector 3 which covers Niger/Kwara/Kogi and Benue State has recorded the seizure of 12,255 Bags of Rice, 252,000 liters of PMS, 6,617 liters of AGO, 177 Vehicles, 80 Motorcycles, 160 Illegal Migrants, and 11 Illicit Weapons.
The estimated monetary value of the seized goods is put N703, 746,780.00.

Completion Date of Delta State Multi-billion Naira Secretariat to affected by Coronavirus

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Completion Date of Delta State Multi-billion Naira Secretariat to affected by Coronavirus
The multi-billion naira Secretariat Complex under Construction by the Delta State Government in Asaba

[dropcap]C[/dropcap]ompletion date for the completion of the new Delta Central Secretariat in Asaba has been shifted by two months, from March to July, 2020, the state governor, Senator (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa.

Okowa, who inspected the project on Thursday, told newsmen that out of 40 Chinese workers expected to handle special aspects of the project at the site, 20 could not leave their country before the outbreak of the virus.

According to him, the project billed for completion in May will now be completed in July.

“I am pleased with the level of work being done at the site, obviously we are delayed but we have gotten the explanation from the contractors who said they work on Saturdays and Sundays.

“I am happy with the quality of the work; it is perfect and we are hoping and praying that they would be able to gain time and finish on time and we are having a shift of the completion date now to July.

“We were thinking that the project would be completed at the end of May, but we are now looking at July.

“It is obvious because, we have been told by the contractors that they were expecting more Chinese but because of the issues surrounding Coronavirus, they were unable to bring the last set of 20 people.

“So, it is only the initial 20 that came that are involved in the work and it is obviously slowing them down.

“We understand that it is an issue that is health-related and we cannot afford to force them to do something that is not in the best interest of our country, but we look forward to the July completion date.

Delta State Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa (2nd right); Commissioner for Housing, Chief Festus Ochonogor (left); Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu (right); Commissioner for Special duties, Government House, Henry Sakpra (2nd left) and Arch. Kester Ifeadi, during the Governor’s Inspection at the on-going State Central Secretariat Complex under construction in Asaba. Thursday, March 12, 2020
Delta State Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa (2nd right); Commissioner for Housing, Chief Festus Ochonogor (left); Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu (right); Commissioner for Special duties, Government House, Henry Sakpra (2nd left) and Arch. Kester Ifeadi, during the Governor’s Inspection at the on-going State Central Secretariat Complex under construction in Asaba. Thursday, March 12, 2020 

“From what we have seen, we are very satisfied with the quality of work, quality of materials, even the quality of the lifts; six of the lifts have already been installed in various parts and they are working perfectly well.

“I had to use one of them and I can testify that it is of best quality,’’ he explained.

The governor pointed out that the secretariat was huge structure, saying it several times bigger that the two existing secretariats in the capital city.

“It’s a secretariat that occupies a little over 50,000 square metres; from the information at my disposal, it is huge and we believe that it is going to likely accommodate every Ministry, Departments and Agency.

“We are aware that people have made several comments concerning the project; truth is that people will always have something to say, no matter how well intended your intentions may be.

“People will always make comments, some out of ignorance, some out of playing politics that is unnecessary, but, from the beginning, those of us who conceived the idea understood the importance of the new structure.

“By God’s grace, everybody can see for himself and understand both the necessity and the fact that we are capable as a state to have this kind of secretariat.

“It is unfortunate that after several years of existence of this state, we are still operating from over 100 different offices located in different parts of Asaba which does not give room for coordination, relationships and of course for us to save time.

“A lot of man-hour is lost in communication between the ministries in terms of people trying to move files from one place to the other but truly, you can find that we have wholesomeness and we can have shared facilities with this secretariat and that’s why we sited it here,” he said.

Eku Youths chase away herdsmen from their community

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Eku Youths chase away herdsmen from their community

[dropcap]Y[/dropcap]ouths of Eku community in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State at the weekend, demonstrated rare bravery when they chased away armed herdsmen who were making in-roads into the town.

The herders numbering about 20 were armed with crude weapons including daggers and cutlasses. They were said to be fleeing from Jesse town in Ethiope West Local Government Area due to confrontation with the youths of that community, following reports of their unwholesome exploits in that area.

Local sources in Eku said a woman saw the herders moving in groups and decided to raise the alarm that strange elements were about infiltrating the town.

According to the sources, her alarm attracted youths of Eku who apprehended the suspected killer herders, adding that during interrogation, it was discovered that they were fleeing from Jesse.

Tinubu attacks Oshiomhole’s enemies, says their plot will fail

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Tinubu attacks Oshiomhole’s enemies, says their plot will fail
Bola Tinubu and Buhari 

[dropcap] S[/dropcap]enator Bola Tinubu, National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that the attack on National Chairman of the party, Adams Oshiomhole, is based on 2023 ambitions of some party members.

Tinubu, who broke silence on the moves to oust Oshiomhole, in a statement on Sunday, stressed that those behind the move are suffering from a sickness he called “old Ambition-virus 2023”.

The APC national leader faulted the move, adding that it is recklessly undermining the party they claim to serve, and also, weaken the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari.

That sickness is old Ambition-virus 2023. This illness afflicts many in the political class along with their allies in the media. The carriers of this sickness are confused as to the very season our nation now finds itself.

They conflate things, which no sensible person would conflate. The primary symptom of their malady is the driving tendency to believe the events of 2023 will be decided before we even exit the year 2020.

He maintained that the plotters engaging in political manoeuvring is a major concern to note that they are prone to the 2023 virus.

Stressing further, Tinubu stated that Oshiomhole has been a tireless campaigner and mobiliser for the party and his contribution should not be undervalued.

The Chairman has been a tireless campaigner and mobilizer for the party. He has steered the party through difficult elections. His contributions should not be undervalued now that the bulk of elections are behind us. To do so would be an act of ingratitude.

It is no secret that the Chairman and Edo Governor Obaseki are in dispute. This is unfortunate. However, the party has moved through proper procedures within the proper organs of the party to hopefully resolve this spat.

Lagos Pipeline Explosion: Churches, Hotels, Schools Count Losses

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Lagos Pipeline Explosion: Churches, Hotels, Schools Count Losses

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he headquarters of the Lagos Province 3 of the Redeemed Church of God (RCCG) located on 24 Road, FESTAC Town, Lagos, is among over 70 buildings affected by a  that occurred d in the area on Sunday morning. The explosion which occurred more than a kilometre away from the church premises, shattered its glass windows, injuring worshippers.

A parish of the First Baptist Church near the RCCG parish also lost a part of its roof to the explosion.

The roof of a parish of the Living Faith Church () located at 7th Avenue, Festac Town, was also blown off by the explosion which equally shattered the roof of the Ark Parish of the RCCG at 1st Avenue, many kilometers away from the explosion scene. The Bethel Secondary School, a boarding school owned by the  in Abule Ado, was brought down by the explosion, with many of its students injured and some feared dead.

Many other buildings very far from the explosion scene in Abule Ado, Festac Extension in Amuwo Odofin LGA, were also brought down while many others shook during the explosion that threw thousands of residents in panic and confusion.

The Odic Plaza, a motor parts mall and warehouse, Bush Bar Hotel, Green Horse Plaza which houses tyres, Arch Angel Catholic Church, Chino Plaza with many goods in it, and  a  village, all located inside the Trade Fair Complex, Ojo, were all hit by the explosion. The cause of the explosion has yet to be ascertained according to the National Emergency Management Agency, which is yet to confirm the death toll.

A witness, Mrs Patience Erebogaya, told NAN that she was preparing to go to work in a nearby hotel when the Bethel School was scattered by the explosion and injured her.

The victim said that mass celebration was going on in the catholic school when the explosion reduced the school to rubbles, trapping many students.

The state Commandant of the  and Civil Defence Corps, Mr F. A. Adeyinka, told NAN that  personnel and other emergency responders were working hard to bring the situation under control.

The Chairman of Amuwo Odofin LGA, Mr Valetine Buriamoh, who was at the scene, ruled out pipeline vandalism  as the cause of the explosion. He said that the magnitude of the damage was beyond pipeline vandalism.

He appealed to the residents to give  access  to security operatives and emergency responders to do their jobs.

South-South APC Group Links Plot To Remove Oshiomhole To 2023, Urges Buhari to Intervene

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South-South APC Group Links Plot To Remove Oshiomhole To 2023, Urges Buhari to Intervene

[dropcap]A[/dropcap]n All Progressives Congress, APC group in the South-South region of the country has appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari to intervene in the crisis rocking the national leadership of the party and plot to remove Comrade Adams Oshiomhole national chairman.

The group, South-South APC Reinforcement Group in press release signed by Hon Ebierede Fieyewei as and Comr Vincent Obinna, President and Secretary respectively alleged that the plot to force Oshiomhole out is deeply rooted in the unholy alliance of some APC chieftains in the North and South-South to jeopardize the chances of the South-South to produce the President in 2023.

The statement dated, 13th March, 2020, titled, “The Avoidable APC Crisis And Unnecessary Plot To Remove Adams Oshiomhole From Office”, reads below.

WHY MR. PRESIDENT, MUHAMMADU BUHARI SHOULD URGENTLY INTERVENE TO SAVE THE RULING APC FROM UNDUE EMBARRASSMENT AND IMMINENT TOTAL COLLAPSE AHEAD OF 2023.

Once again, we the aforementioned group, reiterate our total support and loyalty to President Muhammadu Buhari and his administration.

Nigerians would recall that, when the issue of third term came up, it was alleged that some Northern cabals were planning to ensure that President Muhammadu Buhari remain in office beyond 2023.

But, the President, being a man of integrity and a leader per excellence, he publicly denounced it and told Nigerians and the world that he had no ambition to stay beyond May 29, 2023, because the President, Muhammadu Buhari is very much aware that the Presidency will go back to the Southern Nigeria in 2023.

Mr. President, knows very well that constitutionally, he will be completing his second term of Northern eight years on May 29, 2023, and the Presidency will return to South.

Despite this fact, as already affirmed by President Buhari, we are most worried about the move or the unholy alliance by some APC chieftains in the North and South South collaborating to remove Adams Oshiomhole from office, which suggest that there is a hidden agenda not to allow the Presidency to come to South in 2023.

Further more, any Northerner, whether in APC or PDP, be it Governor or Minister that is having Presidential ambition for 2023, or plotting to retain the Presidency in North in 2023, should desist and drop the plan because it will not be for the interest of the country.

As a Nation with six geopolitical zones and over 180 million people, it will be disastrous for the North to retain the Presidency in 2023, and that is why we are calling on President Buhari to call to order those Northerners in APC with hidden agenda to contest the Presidential election in 2023.

Yes, Adams Oshiomhole, National Chairman of APC, is a human, and may have made mistakes, but, we totally condemn the plot to remove him from office, just because those with Presidential ambition in 2023, see Adams Oshiomhole as a threat.

The last General election, under the leadership of Adams Oshiomhole as National Chairman of APC, the party won the Presidential election, and more members in the Senate and House of Representatives, and majority of APC Governors.

Yes, APC lost some states, such as Zamfara, Bauchi, Sokoto, Adamawa, Rivers, and recently Bayelsa via Supreme Court judgement, no one should put the blame on Adams Oshiomhole as there are APC leaders in the aforementioned states saddled with the responsibility to ensure the growth,  progress and electoral victory of the party in the respective states.

Also, we want to use this opportunity to advise APC leaders in South South region to be wise and should never allowed themselves to be used to remove Adams Oshiomohle from office by those who have Presidential ambition in the North come 2023.

Very importantly, those having Presidential ambition for 2023, must be reminded that Adams Oshiomhole alone cannot singlehandedly make any individual to be APC Presidential candidate and also win the Presidential election, so, it is a miscalculation for anyone to see Adams Oshiomhole as threat to their presidential ambition.

It is believed that the Northern cabals have a plan to distabilize the South and cause disunity among APC leaders in South South region.

Emerging facts suggest that the present crisis in the All Progressives Congress APC, and the series of courts cases/judgements including the plot to remove Adams Oshiomhole, National Chairman of APC from office has to do with 2023 Presidential election.

It is shameful and unexplainable that some known APC leaders in South South have joined in the plot to remove Adams Oshiomhole from office, they should be mindful of their actions and the path they have chosen to betray their own, Adams Oshiomhole.

We are determined and ready to mobilize and support whoever emerges as APC Presidential candidate from the South in 2022, whether from South West, South South or South East.

Those Northern cabals plotting for another Northern President in 2023, should be reminded of the consequence as the Southern Nigerians would not accept such injustice.

The APC leaders in South South must bury their differences now and begin to work for the common interest of the region.

The Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC, Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs and Presidential Amnesty Programme, these are agencies established to develop and care for the people of Niger Delta, but have been taken over by the perceived Northern cabals.

FINALLY, we appeal to Mr. President, Muhammadu Buhari, the father and overall leader of APC not to attend the controversial National Executive Council NEC meeting slated for Tuesday 17th March, 2020.

It is necessary for Mr. President, APC Governors, Senators, Representatives and key National leaders of APC to boycott the NEC meeting, because the APC which promised CHANGE is expected to do things differently and responsibly.

Coronavirus: Tension in Alaba International market …•Traders plan to shut down market •As they can’t go to China, run out of stock of products

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Coronavirus: Tension in Alaba International market …•Traders plan to shut down market •As they can’t go to China, run out of stock of products

[dropcap]C[/dropcap]oronavirus, which has now been designated as pandemic by the World Health Organization(WHO), having claimed over 4,500 lives  and sent global market into tailspin, is also impacting negatively on Alaba International Market, the hub for electronics and electrical products in the country.

Since the outbreak of the respiratory disease in January till now, trailers carrying containers, which used to be a common sight in the market have disappeared completely as importations, most especially from China, have come to a halt.

Sunday Sun investigations revealed that most of the importers made their last importation late last year that most of them now have run out of stock.

Most of the importers who spoke with Sunday Sun lamented their plight as the disease is spreading across the world.

They said that they are in a fix because while they are running out of stock, they cannot re-stock because China has become a no-go country.

According to them, even importing via way bill is not an alternative since one does not know the health condition of the person that one wants to send money to, that is, whether he (the exporter) has also been quarantined or not.

They said that if this situation persists, Alaba International Market may close down because over 90 per cent of the products on sale in the market come from China.

Hon. Edwin Izychukwu, a dealer in generator and water pump equipment, said that they are really in trouble because of the Coronavirus that is hitting China and the other parts of the world.

He said that there is now scarcity of products at Alaba International Market, which has caused a sharp increase in price.

He said that though he has ran out of stock, he cannot take the risk of going to China because it might turn out to be a journey of no return.

According to him, most of the importers have decided to resign to fate.

Izuchukwu said that the outbreak of Coronavirus ought to be a good opportunity for Nigerians to begin to look inwards and start to think of how to be less import dependent.

Also, Sabinus Ugwoh, an importer of salon and barbing equipment, said that the reality was China is under economic lock-down at the moment.

He said that a lot of companies in China have stopped because of the Coronavirus.

He said that under this economic and health crises, it would be foolhardy to send money to any company in China.

He said that this was the real reason Nigerian importers have decided to stop way billing as one has to look very well before leaping.

“The world is in economic crisis because of the Coronavirus. The last time that I went to China was November last year and right now I have almost run out of stock with the goods that I imported then. But the reality is that I cannot go back there until the situation is brought under control. Talking of waybills, a lot of companies in China have shut down because of the outbreak and it is even risky to pay money into somebody`s account the way the disease is spreading like Australian fire, you don’t know who has been quarantined. The only way to restore importers’ confidence is for them to bring the disease under control. My advice to the Nigerian government is to tighten all the national borders and also make sure that all those coming into the country by air are properly screened,” he said.

Also, Comrade Joel Izundu, importer of brand new and fairly used products from China and other countries said that he has for the time being abandoned importation of fairly used products because it requires the importer to be physically present.

According to him, business is gradually closing down in Alaba International, adding that many of the traders no longer come to the market because they have nothing to sell.

Izundu said that if the Coronavirus persists, Alaba International market may close down because most of the products on sale in the market come from China.

His words: “You can see that the market is empty. Containers are no longer coming into the market because we are no longer importing. My last import was October last year and right now I have completely run out of stock. We usually send money for brand new products, but fairly used products require physical presence. Right now, the two have come to an end because I cannot go to China for the fairly used products and I cannot take the risk of sending money to any company with the way the disease is spreading and infecting both the high and the low.”

Culled from Sun Newspaper

MACAULEY CONGRATULATES OCHEI ON HIS APPOINTMENT AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NIMASA

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[dropcap]R[/dropcap]enowned youth advocate and convener of African Leadership Network for Youths (ALNET), a globally recognized platform for Youth Empowerment and Human Capital Development, Hon. Eddy Macauley, has congratulated former Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Victor Onyekachi Ochei, on his recent appointment as Executive Director, Maritme Labour and Cabotage Services, Nigerian Maritime Administration And Safety Agency,( NIMASA), by President Muhammadu Buhari.

Eddy Macauley, who is a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress and a contestant in the last APC, Isoko Federal Constituency primaries for the House of Representatives, noted that the recognition bestowed on Rt. Hon. Victor was a testimony to his brilliant track record as the Delta state House of Assembly Speaker and the excellent contributions he has made in ensuring the robust growth, vibrancy and sustenance of the APC, not only in Delta State but indeed in the South South zone.

Macauley, who also hailed President Buhari for the astute choice of Hon. Victor Ochei to handle this huge national assignment, expressed gratitude to the President for giving Delta it’s pride of place in the national space with this appointment and while expressing confidence in the ability and capacity of Hon. Ochei to deliver on his new mandate with unalloyed commitment, assured the total support and loyalty of his political family to the new ED, Maritime Labour and Cabotage Services, NIMASA in the collective effort to take APC and Nigeria to the NEXT LEVEL.

The full message reads thus:

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“On behalf of my political family, I heartily congratulate the distinguished Rt. Hon. Victor Onyekachi Ochei on his appointment as Executive Director, Maritme Labour and Cabotage Services, Nigerian Maritime Administration And Safety Agency,( NIMASA), by President Muhammadu Buhari.

Your well deserved appointment is clearly a recognition of your sterling attributes as a post-modern thinker with a charismatic personality and a visionary leadership mindset, a level headed and articulate human being with youth and bundles of energy in abundance going for you.

Your reign as Speaker of the Delta Assembly, has been acclaimed as the most progressive, dynamic, robust and innovative tenure in the history of the House so far and your committed zeal to impact positively on the overall structure and essence of the Assembly was as revolutionary as it was fulfilling and I have no doubts that you will bring the same energy, verve, articulation and dynamism to bear on your new national assignment with NIMASA.

I also wish to commend His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari, the President of Nigeria and Commander in Chief of our Armed Forces, for his astute choice and approval of Hon. Victor Ochei as Executive Director, Maritme Labour and Cabotage Services, Nigerian Maritime Administration And Safety Agency, (NIMASA).

This appointment is not only an indication that Mr. President means well and has the interest of Delta State at heart, but that he indeed recognizes those who are contributing positively towards ensuring the robust growth, vibrancy and sustenance of the APC, not only in Delta State but indeed in the South South zone.

We understand the challenges ahead of Hon. Victor Ochei and we are happy to identify with you, pledge our complete dedication to the cause, assure you that our loyalty and commitment to your success in this new office is total and re-affirm our collective resolve to always give you the required support to take our party, the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Delta State, to the NEXT LEVEL.

Once again, Congratulations Sir”.

Signed:
Eddy Macauley
For: Eddy Macauley Political Family

Tragedy As Reckless Boy Crushes Family of Four to Death, Injures Three in Ogwashi-Uku

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Tragedy As Reckless Boy Crushes Family of Four to Death, Injures Three in Ogwashi-Uku

[dropcap]F[/dropcap]our members of same family have been reportedly killed by a reckless driver in Ogwashi-Uku town, Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State.

The ugly incident which happened this Morning, Saturday, March 14, also had three persons sustaining various degrees of injuries. According to reports first published by Comrade Patrick Ochei, Journalist, Publisher and Vice Chairman of NUJ Delta State Council, the family of four were returning from church where they had gone to clean.

See the full report as reproduced below:

There was a serious commotion this morning at Ogwashi-Uku in Aniocha South LGA of Delta State, as an alleged reckless boy, Uche (surname withheld) ran into not less than seven persons, killing four instantly and injuring three.

The accident happened as visitors were arriving the Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, Ogwashi-Uku for the funeral mass of one of Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amechi’s aides, Tony Iwelu who was recently electrocuted in a hotel room.

Eye witnesses said the young man whose mother was once a councilor in Aniocha South Local Government, must have been drunk or high with weed before taking over the wheels of a red Toyota Camry Car with Number Plate ASB-635-AH used in killing his victims.

Sources alleged that the boy had been causing his parents trouble, and at a time was flown abroad to utilise a better opportunity in a sane environment.

However, it was gathered that the boy misused the opportunity and came back to continue in his gangsterism and waywardness.

It was further revealed that he even joined the vigilante group, which made him more violent than ever as he uses the platform to intimidate his victims and causing havoc in the community.

Meanwhile, the people who the alleged reckless boy killed included a family of four who were returning from church where they had gone to clean on a Saturday morning.

Ondo State Police Command has vowed to reduce Crime to the it’s barest minimum

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Ondo State Police Command has vowed to reduce Crime to the it’s barest minimum
ASP Tee- Leo Ikoro
Ondo State Police Public Relation Officer

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, CP.Undie Adie, has promised to drastically reduce the wave of crime in the state.
According to a statement from the State Police Public Relation, ASP Tee- Leo Ikoro, he said his command has made several breakthroughs the the past weeks by arresting Gangs members of notorious criminal group and recovering exhibits. He stressed that the Command roadmap was based on a Police plan driven, largely, by community policing and partnership.

Our Command promised go to any length, including dinning with the devil, to protect and guarantee the safety of the people in Ondo.“Our strategy will be based on community policing, which will increase the involvement of community members on how they will be policed.

“It is all about partnership, decision-making and accountability, partnership will, however, form the core.

He commended journalists in the state for a job well done and urged them for more support, saying that no Police command can succeed without media support and the community.

The PPRO, however, advised the media against stories capable of causing panic to the public, stressing that exposing the activities of criminals would enhance better security.

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