Our correspondent reports that the trial, which usually takes place at Kainji in Niger, was moves to the Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja since the court is currently on Easter vacation.

The vacation, which commences on Tuesday, April 7, will end on April 13 and regular court sittings will resume on Tuesday, April 14, across all divisions of the court.

Another 20 suspected terrorists facing trial before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday
NAN reports that the 13 courts at the Abuja FHC is currently busy with terrorist cases.

Some of the trial judges are Justice Binta Nyako, Justice Emeka Nwite, Justice Musa Liman, Akpan Ekerete, among others.

While Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, the Director of Public Prosecutions of the Federation, led the team of the Federal Government’s lawyers before Justice Nyako, Aliyu Abubakar, the Director General, Legal Aide Council, led the team of lawyers for the 20 suspected terrorists before Nyako.

Some of the suspected terrorists in Nyako’s cause list include Hamat Modu, Isah Ali, Awal Bello, Shehu Bukar, Alhaji Kulle,, Mohammed Abacha Hassan, Aminami Mallum, Tasiu Yakubu, Abdullahi Ali, among others.

Our correspondent reports that there were heavy security beef-up in and around the Abuja Federal High Court as all roads leading to the court were blocked by armed security personnel while police helicopter hovered around the Central Business District.

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The clarification followed videos circulating on social media suggesting the officers were killed while attending peace talks that escalated.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, described the reports as false and misleading in a post on her X handle @AbimbolaShotayo on Tuesday.

Adebisi stated that no police officers were harmed and no civilian casualties were recorded.

“Police operatives responded promptly to the situation, and normalcy has since been restored.

“Officers continue to maintain a visible presence in the area to ensure sustained peace,” she said.

She clarified that the videos circulating online were unrelated to the incident and should not be regarded as accurate evidence.

Adebisi urged members of the public to verify information through official and credible sources before sharing and to rely on the command’s established communication channels for updates.

The spokesperson reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining law and order while cautioning against the spread of false information that could create unnecessary panic.

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Justice James Omotosho, in a judgment, held that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had been able to prove the nine-count money laundering charge beyond reasonable doubt.

According to the judge, the defendant is hereby convicted as charged.

Jutsice Omotosho convicted Nwabuoku in all the nine counts and sentenced him to eight years imprisonment in each of the counts, making 72 years.

The judge, however, ordered that the counts shall run concurrently.

Justice Omotosho, who described Nwabuoku’s act of diverting funds meant for security and defence while he served as Director of Finance and Account in the Ministry of Defence as “appalling,” commended the EFCC for being detailed in its prosecution.

The judge observed that the evidence of the 9th prosecution witness that Nwabuoku voluntarily refunded part of the siphoned money of over N200 million during investigation was not controverted by the defence.

Our correspondent reports that Nwabuoku was admitted to a N500 million bail with two sureties in the like sum after he was arraigned on Jan. 15, 2025, on a nine-count amended charge.

The EFCC listed Mr Nwabuoku as the sole defendant in the charge marked FHC/ABJ/CR/240/2024.

Nwabuoku was alleged to have perpetrated the act while serving as the Director of Finance and Accounts in the Ministry of Defence between 2019 and 2021.

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Ogwuche and Alfa who live in Wadata, Makurdi were tried for criminal conspiracy, mischief, criminal trespass and attempted theft, to which they pleaded guilty.

Delivering her judgment, the Chief Magistrate, Mrs Regina Alashi sentenced the duo to three years imprisonment with a fine option of N200,000 each.
Earlier, the Prosecutor, Insp James Kuegh told the court that Mr Yunana Tilodozi, Senior Supervisor at CBN, Makurdi Branch, reported the matter at the ‘A’ Division Police Station on March 6.

Kuegh said that on March 6, Ogwuche and Alfa cut and damaged intrusion alarm cables valued N520,000 at the perimeter fence of CBN office in Makurdi.

He said that they jumped into the bank premises through the fence and attempted to steal cables and other property before being apprehended by security men on duty.

“Ogwuche was caught at the scene and handed over to the police. Alfa escaped from the scene but was later apprehended during police investigation,” he said.

He said that the offenses contravened Sections 97, 329, 349 and 95 of the Penal Code Laws of Benue, 2004.

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This is contained in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, on Wednesday in Ibadan.

”The tragic incident was reported at the Ago-Amodu Divisional Police Headquarters, by one Badmus Yunisa of Alegunlode Compound, Sepeteri area of Oyo State.

”The suspect, allegedly approached the deceased where he was seated, picked up a heavy rock, struck him on the head, and fled the scene immediately,” he said.

He said the victim was promptly rushed to Ileri Oluwa Hospital, Sepeteri, for medical attention, where he was confirmed dead by the medical doctor on duty.

“Upon receiving the report, a team of Police Operatives led by the Divisional Police Officer, Ago-Amodu Division, visited both the scene of the incident and the hospital as part of preliminary investigative procedures.

“The suspect has since been arrested and has confessed to the crime. He is currently cooperating with investigators,” Olayinka said.

Olayinka quoted Oyo State Commissioner of Police,Femi Haruna of directing that the case be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for discreet and comprehensive investigation.

The commissioner assured the public that justice would be pursued diligently and in accordance with the law.

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The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John who disclosed this in a statement in Uyo, said that 18 suspects were apprehended in the process.

John said that operatives of the command on Sunday stormed the drug syndicates hideout in Oku Iboko and Mbak communities.

“These locations are active drug distribution hubs, they are also fueling criminal activities in the area,” she said.

The police image maker said that during the operation, a significant quantity of suspected illicit substances were recovered.

“Preliminary findings reveal that the hideouts were being used as distribution points for narcotics, a substance that is contributing to youth delinquency, violent crimes, and other social vices.

“Investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the network and apprehend additional collaborators,” John said.

She urged those engaged in drug trafficking and related criminal enterprises to desist from such unlawful activities or face the full wrath of the law.

John reaffirmed the command’s commitment to effectively tackle criminality in the state, saying, ” we shall continue to intensify intelligence-driven raids across the state to dismantle criminal hideouts”

The police spokesman urged community leaders and other residents to support the police with credible and actionable intelligence.

“Those who choose to undermine the peace and safety of Akwa Ibom should be prepared for swift and decisive action,” she said.

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