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Vietnam-Based Nigerian Killed in Communal Clash in Abia State

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September 3, 2025

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Samson Nwaubani, a Nigerian based in Vietnam, was fatally stabbed during a communal clash between the Okwu and Umuajata communities in Umuahia, Abia State.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, August 27, amid the annual New Yam festival held in Olokoro, the location of both communities.

Tensions had been escalating before the festival after a confrontation between residents of the two communities turned violent. The situation worsened when youths from Okwu reportedly attacked Umuajata, damaging properties.

On the day of the festival, Samson and some youths from Okwu were passing through Umuajata on their way to the celebration when they were ambushed by suspected Umuajata youths, leading to a violent clash. During the fight, Samson was stabbed in the neck and macheted on the arm, bleeding to death at the scene.

Sources revealed that the New Yam festival is celebrated in phases and the violence erupted during one of these events. Despite early intervention by community elders to resolve the dispute and prevent escalation, the conflict persisted, resulting in injuries alongside Samson’s death.

In response to the rising violence, the Umuahia South Local Government Area suspended the masquerader activities linked to the festival. This followed an emergency peace and security meeting convened by the Executive Mayor, Chinedu Enwereuzo, traditional rulers, security officials, and stakeholders.

A statement from the council indicated the suspension of the Igba Ekpe masquerade festivities until further notice due to concerns over security risks tied to the celebrations. Community leaders and youth groups were directed to ensure compliance, with warnings of legal action for violations. The suspension aims to maintain cultural identity through safe, lawful means while addressing security concerns.

Mayor Enwereuzo called for peace and unity, particularly in the Okwu and Umuajata communities, emphasizing that the safety of lives and property is a top priority.

Attempts to reach the Abia State Police Public Relations Officer, Maureen Chinaka, for comment were unsuccessful as calls and messages went unanswered at the time of reporting.

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Benjamin Hundeyin Takes Over As New Force PRO

The IGP urged Hundeyin to deploy his wealth of experience in communications and security to further strengthen the image of the Nigeria Police Force and sustain robust relations with the public.

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September 4, 2025

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The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Benjamin Hundeyin as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO).

He takes over from DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who served as Force PRO until his redeployment.

Hundeyin, a graduate of English Language from Lagos State University, also holds a Master’s degree in Legal Criminology and Security Psychology from the University of Ibadan.

He further obtained a Certificate in Civil-Military Coordination from the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacekeeping Training Centre, Jaji, Kaduna State.

The new FPRO is an Associate of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), a Member of the International Public Relations Association (IPRA), and an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM).

A seasoned communicator, Hundeyin previously served as the Police Public Relations Officer at Zone 2 Command, Lagos, and later at the Lagos State Police Command.

He was also part of Nigeria’s contingent to the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in Darfur, Sudan, in 2020, and at different times worked at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, as Administration Officer in the Public Relations Department.

The IGP urged Hundeyin to deploy his wealth of experience in communications and security to further strengthen the image of the Nigeria Police Force and sustain robust relations with the public.

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BREAKING: Iconic Italian Fashion Designer, Giorgio Armani Dies at 91

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September 4, 2025

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The legendary Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91, his company announced on Thursday.

“With infinite sorrow, the Armani Group announces the passing of its creator, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani,” the fashion house said in a statement.

The fashion house said that Armani “passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones”, noting that he remained committed to his craft until the very end.

“Tireless, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, its collections, and the diverse and ever-evolving projects both existing and in progress,” the statement read.

Ohibaba.com reports that Armani founded his eponymous label in 1975, revolutionising global fashion with his trademark sleek, understated designs.

His style soon became synonymous with elegance and sophistication, extending beyond clothing into lifestyle, interiors, fragrances, and luxury accessories.

Over the decades, Armani dressed Hollywood stars, world leaders, and athletes, building a global empire that redefined Italian fashion on the world stage.