Breaking: Bandits Strike Again In Abuja, Abduct Father, Mother, Son From Their Bedroom

 

A resident of the community told our correspondent that the kidnappers, numbering about 30 and armed with AK-47 rifles stormed the community around 12 am on Monday and went straight to the house of one Adefija Micheal Akinropo, who was kidnapped alongside his wife, son and elder brother.

The resident, who is close to the victims, said the kidnappers later moved to another building housing a poultry farm, kidnapped a man and injured his wife.

He said police officials from Byazin police station had visited the scene, adding that the abductors are yet to make contact with the family members.

When contacted, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, a Superintendent, said she was driving to the office and promised to get back to our reporter when she gets to the office.

She was, however, yet to call back up till the time of filling the report

Firefighters Swiftly Contain Blaze in Abuja, Prevent Disaster

There is fire outbreak In the early hours of Thursday, in a house in Trademore Estate Phase 2, Abuja, around 12:45 a.m. The fire, caused by an overheated wire, was quickly brought under control by firefighters from Game Village, who responded rapidly to the emergency.

Neighbors, who initially rushed to assist in their pajamas, played a crucial role in containing the fire until the firefighters arrived. Although properties worth millions were destroyed, there were no reported casualties.

The prompt response of the firefighters and the assistance of neighbors averted a potential disaster, highlighting the importance of swift emergency response and community cooperation.”

Military Finally Reopens Banex Plaza In Abuja

 

The Nigerian military has reopened the popular Banex Plaza in Wuse 2 area of Abuja for business after over a week of siege on the market.

According to report, the plaza resumed operations around 2:30pm on Monday.

Nuella's news reported that the market was sealed by military authorities on May 18, following a violent clash between traders and military personnel.

Trouble started when thugs allegedly beat up some soldiers who had a disagreement with a trader in the plaza.

The trader had reportedly sold a bad phone to someone who invited soldiers.

The police stepped in to resolve the situation, but soldiers later stormed the plaza, forcing traders to shut down immediately.

Human rights activists, including Femi Falana, SAN, civil society organisations, among others had condemned the military action.

Just In: Bandits In Military Uniform Abduct 20 In Abuja

 

Gunmen in military uniform numbering about 50 have raided Dawaki community in Abuja, and abducted at least 20 people, Daily Trust reports.

Witnesses said it was yet another daring onslaught by the attackers, who they variously described as bandits, armed robbers, terrorists, among other names.

Dawaki, a heavily populated neighbourhood, where thousands of workers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) live, is located opposite the Gwarinpa Estate, the biggest organised single settlement in Nigeria, located along the Abuja-Kubwa Expressway.

It was learnt that the invaders, armed with different categories of weapons, stormed Dawaki around 7.30 pm on Sunday, and operated up till around 8.30 pm.

The incident took place not long after kidnappers assaulted Shagari Quarters in Dei-Dei, which is about five kilometres away on the same Abuja-Kubwa Express way, and abducted the family of a Customs officer.

A resident of Dawaki, Hosea Christopher, said the bandits abducted 17 residents from three houses and on the street along Fulani Junction.

He, however, said five of the abductees escaped while being taken towards a mountain in the outskirt of the area.

He said while the bandits were heading to a forest around the Usuma Dam, they were confronted by DSS operatives.

“They immediately opened fire on the security men but there was corresponding response. Despite the fierce offensive by the DSS operatives, the bandits were able to escape,” he said.

Other sources said more than 20 people were abducted.

Abel James, a resident who escaped abduction, said, the attackers “Wore uniforms and had face masks.”

According to him, “But I doubted their genuineness when they started shooting sporadically. As they moved towards the community, I headed into a house under construction and climbed upstairs from where I kept looking at their operation, with gunshots as they were leaving towards the hill.

“We later learnt that two of the gunmen were captured by the security men that included DSS and soldiers who joined them later around the Usuma Dam, where the fire exchange took place.”

are not the only estate providing guns to our personal security outfits, many estates are doing the same,” he said.

We’ve been tasked to fix police vehicle

Mr Adeyemi, whose neighbourhood is under siege, said residents in the area have been contributing money to fix a police patrol vehicle.

“They (bandits) disturbed our sleep with heavy gunshots. The vigilantes that we hired could not do anything because their guns had no bullets. They too ran away when the bandits arrived,” he said.

Another resident said: “We had some policemen in our neighbourhood in the past, but they were withdrawn last year. Because of this latest abduction, the community has contacted the police. But we were told that it is either we buy a patrol vehicle for the police or we repair one of their vehicles for them to come.

“We have agreed to repair the vehicle for them. This is going to cost N900, 000. Each house has been asked to contribute N25,000.”

Sad ! Nigerian Customs Officer Shoots Self Dead In Abuja

An officer of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) serving in the Federal Capital Territory, identified as Abdulwahab Magaji has reportedly committed suicide in Abuja

It was gathered that the deceased shot himself with a pump-action rifle at his residence located at Binta Street, Farm Estate area, Abuja.

It was also said that Magaji’s family filed a report with the police about his untimely death, forcing policemen to storm the scene of the incident, Daily Trust reports.

According to a family source, when policemen arrived at the site, the victim was transported to a hospital and pronounced dead.

The source said, “A family of the deceased had raised the alarm that CSC Abdulahi Abdulwahab Magaji, a customs officer serving in Abuja, shot himself in his house at Farm Centre with a pump-action rifle.

“Police officers dashed to the scene of the incident and took the victim to the hospital, where he was certified dead by the doctor on duty.”

The source added that the body of the deceased had been handed over to the family for burial, according to Islamic rites.

Customs National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, could not be reached for comments at the time of filing this report.

The police authorities in FCT have also not yet issued any official statement on the incident.

Speaking about Magaji’s demise, a friend named Lawan Al-Amin Mohammed, described him as a pillar of strength, source of comfort and guiding light during his lifetime.

Mohammed paid tribute to the late Magaji for his outstanding character and great integrity, adding that he lived a life of purpose.

He wrote, “But beyond his infectious laughter and boundless optimism, Abdul possessed a rare depth of character and integrity that set him apart. He lived his life with purpose and passion, guided by principles of honesty, compassion and empathy.

“He was more than just a friend; Abdul was a brother, a pillar of strength, a source of comfort and a guiding light in times of darkness. His unwavering support and unconditional love lifted me up when I stumbled, reminding me that I was never alone in my struggles. In his absence, I’m left with a profound sense of loss, a void that can never be filled.

“But as we mourn his passing, let us also celebrate the extraordinary life he lived and the countless lives he touched along the way.

“Abdul’s spirit will live on in the memories we hold dear and the lives he forever changed. Let us honour his legacy by embracing the values he held dear and striving to live our lives with the same grace, dignity, and compassion.”

The act of the uniformed men killing themselves has become rampant which might not be unconnected to depression.

In a simliar report, SaharaReporters had reported how a Deputy Commissioner of Police serving with the Force Criminal and Investigation Department, Alagbon, Lagos State, Gbolahan Oyedemi also committed suicide in his private house in his hometown, Ogbomoso, Oyo State.

Oyedemi was the Aide de Camp to the late former Governor of the state, Adebayo Alao-Akala, during his 11-month tenure as defacto governor in 2006.

Hungry Nigerians Raid Truck Carrying Food Items In Abuja

In a desperate scene highlighting the severe food insecurity gripping the nation, a group of hungry Nigerians raided a truck carrying food items in Abuja earlier today. The incident occurred on the outskirts of the city, where the truck was transporting a supply of food items.

Eyewitnesses reported that the truck, which was on its way to deliver the much-needed food items, was ambushed by a crowd of people. In their desperation, the individuals forcefully opened the truck cargo hold, taking bags of food items.

With Father And Mother In Jail, Ex-Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu’s Eldest Son Weds In Abuja

 

The eldest son of former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, and wife, Beatrice, Lloyd Ike Ekweremadu Jnr, got married to his woman, Tiffany Adaobi Obinna-Uzor, at the Basilica of Grace, Anglican Communion, Gudu District Abuja, today August 19.

The wedding ceremony was well attended by dignitaries including deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kau, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, Governor Ademola Adeleke, former Senate President David Mark and a host of others.

The Ekweremadus were absent as they are currently in the UK serving jail terms after they were found guilty of organ trafficking.

Miyetti Allah Chairman Adamu Aliyu Shot Dead In Abuja

Bandits have invaded Gwagwalada Area Council of Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, and shot dead the chairman of the Miyyetti Allah Cattle Breeders’ Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) of the council, Adamu Aliyu.

Boom house  news platform understands that Miyetti Allah Chairman Adamu Aliyu was said to have been killed alongside four others near Daku village in Dobi ward of the council on Thursday but the news broke today, Sunday, April 10, 2022.

The news of Miyetti Allah Chairman Adamu Aliyu death was confirmed on Sunday by Secretary of MACBAN, Mohammed Usman in an interview with Daily Trust. The report said three persons were abducted, while three others who sustained gunshot wounds are receiving treatment at the University of Teaching Hospital in Gwagwalada.

The Secretary of MACBAN said the incident happened last Thursday, around 5 pm, when the late MACBAN chairman alongside others, were returning from Izom market in Niger state in Dyna truck, while the bandits suddenly emerged from the bush and opened fire on the truck.

According to him, the bandits shattered the windscreen of the truck, which was conveying the late MACBAN and some passengers.

“They were returning from Izom market in Niger state where they went to sell cows, until just one kilometer to Daku village when the bandits suddenly emerged from the bush and opened fire on the truck, killing the MACBAN chairman and four others,” he said

He gave the names of those killed as Saleh, Aliyu, Muhammadu and Saidu, saying the deceased’s corpses had been buried according to Islamic rites.

combined security agents comprising of soldiers, civil defence corps, mobile police and vigilante led by the Gwagwalada police area commander were at Daku village before the remains of the deceased were buried.

The chairman of Gwagwalada Area Council, Alhaji Adamu Mustapha, confirmed the incident to our reporter on telephone but declined to speak further, saying he was in a meeting and that he would call back later.

Osinbajo’s Presidential Campaign Billboard Emerges In Abuja

A Large Presidential Campaign billboard bearing the name and picture of vice president Yemi Osinbajo has Surface In Abuja.

The campaign banner had the inscription, “Join us, Nigeria asks for Osinbajo 2023.”

Though no party’s name or logo was inscribed on the large banner, it had the name of a group, ‘The Progressive Project 2023’ as the sponsor.

There have been speculations that Osinbajo may be interested in contesting the 2023 presidential election.

Already, some pressure groups canvassing support for him have emerged.

This is just as national leader of the APC, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, is also said to be considering contesting the election.

Boom House News recalls that Osinbajo, a member of the ruling All Progressives Congress, is serving his second and final term of four years as the Vice President alongside the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari.

Fresh protest in Abuja turns violent

At least  two persons have died following  a fresh protests that erupted in Orozo, Abuja, yesterday, May 10.

The latest protest in Orozo came hours after motorcycle operators carried out a violent protest at Karu on Sunday, May 9.

 

According to Daily Sun, an eyewitness said that trouble started in Orozo after youths of the town, worried about the reckless way tricycle operators parked in the area, approached them and advised that they park properly to avoid creating accidents.

 

The source said: "The youths advised traders selling bread, fruits, food stuffs and other items by the roadside to relocate further inside to make the road clearer. While most of the keke riders accepted the advice from the youths and moved to the place where they asked them to start using as parking lot, one Hausa boy refused and brought out a knife and attacked one of the youths. Angered by the attack on the young man, the youths pounced on him and gave him the beating of his life. 

 

"Before they knew what was happening, the said operator mobilised his fellow Hausas who stormed the area for reprisal attack. The youths of the town who were not deterred immediately mobilised themselves armed with all manner of weapon and chased the Hausa boys away. That was how the riot broke out. Two persons were killed and others injured during the clash."

 

Subsequently, Orozo youths, armed with guns, machetes knives, sticks, petrol, and lighter took to the expressway leading to Karshi, attacking and destroying every Keke Napep they sighted.