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Herdsmen Murder Nine People in Benue Communities
Armed men, believed to have been herdsmen, attacked Eguma community in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State.
They killed two soldiers and seven villagers, including the community leader.
Audu Sule, a former lawmaker who represented the LGA in the Benue State House of Assembly from 2011 to 2019, confirmed the incident.
He said that on Tuesday, the attackers stormed Eguma at around 3:00 p.m and launched a violent assault on the community.
The soldiers stationed at the nearby village of Ogwule responded to distress calls.
However, two of the soldiers were killed in the ensuing confrontation, along with the village head of Eguma and six other residents.
Sule also noted that this was the fourth attack on Eguma and Ogwule communities in the last month.
He expressed deep concerns over the growing insecurities being faced by his people.
He explained that a gun battle ensued between the military and the attackers, who fled after the deaths of the nine individuals, including the soldiers.
When contacted, State Police spokesperson, Sewuese Anene, said that the Command had not yet received any official report or intelligence on the attacks.
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Sanwo-Olu Opens Lagos State Commercial Court
“The establishment of the commercial court is a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to promote a conducive business environment and ensure efficient justice delivery”, Governor Sanwo-Olu said.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared open the newly constructed commercial court of the high court of Lagos at Tapa, in Lagos Island.
The Governor described the new court as a game changer with cutting edged technology where economic barriers and business disputes would be addressed for economic growth believing the court would bring a new era in speedy dispensation of justice within months.
“This development is expected to enhance the state’s judicial system, particularly in commercial dispute resolution.
The establishment of the commercial court is a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to promote a conducive business environment and ensure efficient justice delivery”, Governor Sanwo-Olu said.
The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Lawal Pedro SAN, said the State Government would continue to use the judiciary as a tool of economic growth in Lagos through the rule of law.
Pedro said the Lagos state revenue court would entertain matters on recovery of tax, levies, land use charges and prosecution of tax related issues.
Chief judge of Lagos, Justice Kazeem Olanrewaju Alogba, said the edifice would be used for the administration of justice.
The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday.
This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday.
He emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to die for the redemption of man, while greeting Christians on the joyous occasion.
In a statement by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani, the minister called on Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the nation.
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Some unknown gunmen have killed at least three policemen in Achi, Oji River Local Government Area, Enugu State.
Ohibaba.com learnt that the incident occurred at a checkpoint close to Ozudaa Market, Auchi.
Details of the incident are still sketchy as of the time of filing this report.
However, a viral gory video seen on Facebook by Ohibaba.com shows lifeless bodies of the slain policemen.
More to follow….
Watch the video on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Nasrk54MA/
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