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67 suspects apprehended by police for kidnapping and other crimes
According to the Nigeria Police Force, a total of 67 suspects have been apprehended across the nation for various criminal activities such as kidnapping, gun running, armed robbery, and banditry.
The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, revealed this information in a statement released on Tuesday via the Force X account.
Adejobi stated that the police also seized 5,454 rounds of live ammunition, 300 live cartridges, 50 empty ammunition shells, 68 rifles, and 33 ATM cards, among other items.
He highlighted the arrest of three individuals who are part of a gun-running syndicate linked to attacks in Plateau State during the Christmas Eve period.
These suspects, Ahmed Sulaimon, Balikisu Aliyu, and Aboki Samuel, are currently held in custody. Furthermore, the police recovered an AK-47 rifle, an AK-49 rifle, 1000 rounds of live ammunition, and five magazines from them.
Additionally, the statement provided details regarding the arrest of four suspects connected to a bank robbery in Otukpo, where nine AK-47 rifles were confiscated.
During a confrontation in Taraku village, Benue State, five suspects succumbed to police action, admitting to the crime and implicating other accomplices who are still at large.
The statement read, “Continuing the ongoing efforts of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, to combat crimes and criminal activities nationwide, the Nigeria Police Force Intelligence Department Tactical Team- DFI-IRT and DFI-STS has successfully apprehended 67 suspects involved in various crimes such as kidnapping, gunrunning, one-chance, armed robbery, and banditry across the country.
“The police have also recovered 5,454 rounds of live ammunition of different calibers, 300 live cartridges, 50 empty shells of ammunition, 68 rifles, and 33 different ATM cards among other items.
“One of the notable achievements is the arrest of three suspects who are part of a gunrunning syndicate responsible for the Christmas Eve attacks in some villages in Plateau State. They are currently in police custody, cooperating with the investigation.
“The suspects are (1) Ahmed Sulaimon (2) Balikisu Aliyu (3) Aboki Samuel. Upon their arrest, 1 AK-47 rifle, 1 AK-49 rifle, 1000 rounds of live ammunition and five magazines were recovered from them.
“Furthermore, four suspects were apprehended in connection with a bank robbery in Otukpo, where nine AK-47 rifles were confiscated from them. During a fierce confrontation at their hideout in Taraku village, Buruku LGA of Benue State, five suspects were overpowered by the police and confessed to committing the crime, implicating other gang members who are currently at large.
“They all confessed to committing the heinous act and named other gang members, including Terzungwe Shionda a.k.a ‘3-star general’ (now deceased), Terlumum Pila, and an individual named Ayuko who are still at large, as the ones supplying them with arms for their operations on loan.
“The IGP reaffirms the commitment of the Police to ensuring the safety and security of our citizens by relentlessly cracking down on criminals and criminal activities, and will continue to work tirelessly to ensure Nigeria is a safe space for everyone.”
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The SDG Youth Essay Competition offers a grand prize of N1 million for the top three winners, along with free sponsorship to attend the 1st Nigeria Tertiary Institution Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in April 2024 in Abuja.
Competition Requirements:
1. Eligibility:
– Open exclusively to undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
2. Entry Guidelines:
– Topic:The Role of Students in Attainment of SDG4
– length: Essays should be 1500 words.
– Entry Period: Thursday, February 1, 2024 – Thursday, February 29, 2024
– Referencing: APA Style (6th Edition).
– Font: Times New Roman, 12-point font size.
– Documentation: Typed in 1.5 line spacing, MS Word format only.
– Plagiarism: Only original content is accepted; plagiarized entries will be disqualified.
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Required Documents:
– Student’s Institution ID Card
– Copy of Student’s Admission Letter
– One recent passport-size photograph
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Deadline: February 29th, 2024
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Competition Overview:
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Competition Requirements:
1. Eligibility:
– The competition is open to 400-level and 500-level undergraduate law students in Nigerian universities.
2. Essay Requirements:
– Length: Essays should not exceed 1500 words.
– Format: Double spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font.
– References: OSCOLA format for citations with 10pt font size for footnotes and endnotes.
– Submission Format: Essays must be submitted in PDF format.
– Entrant Details: Include full names, school, level, phone number, and email address in both the body of the email and on the last page of the essay.
– Single Entry: Each entrant is allowed only one submission.
– Originality: Plagiarism will result in automatic disqualification.
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Inaugurated in 2020, the CDEC is part of SystemSpecs’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment to promoting capacity development in the Nigerian ICT industry. By encouraging young Nigerians to tackle everyday issues, the competition contributes to intellectual growth and societal progress.
Topic:
The theme for the 2024 competition is “Protecting the Nigerian Child from the Dangers of Online Technology.” Participants are tasked with exploring strategies to safeguard children in an increasingly digital world.
Eligibility:
– Open to primary and secondary school students in Nigeria aged 9 to 16.
– Junior category (ages 9 to 12) essays must not exceed 1,000 words.
– Senior category (ages 13 to 16) essays must not exceed 1,500 words.
Prizes:
– Winners will receive generous rewards, including a high-capacity laptop, premium headphones, a portable laptop stand, a smart wristwatch, and one year of internet data, among other items.
– Consolation prizes will be awarded to other participants.
Application Process:
– Interested candidates should access the application page
– Essays must be written in English and reflect original thought.
– Each participant is limited to one entry.
– Entries must be endorsed by an accredited school official, parent, or legal guardian.
– Deadline for submissions is April 12, 2024.
Submission Guidelines:
– All submissions must be in PDF format and include the student’s name, home and school addresses, email address, and contact phone number.
– Double entries will result in automatic disqualification.
– Submissions must be received by March 15, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
Notification of Winners:
– Successful students and schools will be contacted in the second quarter of the year.
– Updates on winners will be announced on @nercng social media platforms.
The SystemSpecs Children’s Day Essay Competition offers a unique opportunity for Nigerian students to demonstrate their creativity and problem-solving skills. By addressing the theme of online child protection, participants contribute to building a safer and more secure digital environment for all. We encourage eligible students to seize this opportunity and showcase their talent and ingenuity.
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