3 h. ago VIDEO: Youth advocate Mama Pee slams govt, police over remand of 52 Edo protesters

Youth advocate Mama Pee condemns the remand of 52 Edo protesters, urging the government to address rising insecurity instead of punishing students. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-youth-advocate-mama-pee-slams-govt-police-over-remand-of-52-edo-protesters/

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3 h. ago “38 AAU Students Arrested During Protest Against Kidnappings In Ekpoma, To Be Released Soon” – Presidency

The  presidency on Tuesday said 38 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, who were arrested following a protest over security concerns in the Esan West LGA of Edo State, are being processed for release. The senior special assistant to President Bola Tinubu on student engagement, Sunday Asefon, disclosed this in a statement shared on […] The post “38 AAU Students Arrested During Protest Against Kidnappings In Ekpoma, To Be Released Soon” – Presidency appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Edo State has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma, who were remanded in prison over their alleged involvement in last Friday’s protest against insecurity in the town. In a statement issued late Monday, the PDP’s Publicity Secretary, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, described […] The post PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti-Kidnapping Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, who were on Monday remanded in prison custody by a court. The students were arrested while protesting against the rising cases of kidnapping and abduction in Ekpoma and environs. The National […] The post Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Drug Trafficking War : US AFRICOM meets Marwa, to partner with NDLEA

Nigeria’s battle to end drug trafficking, on Tuesday received a big boost as delegation of senior officials of the United read more Drug Trafficking War : US AFRICOM meets Marwa, to partner with NDLEA

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10 h. ago HURIWA rallies CSOs behind EFCC as court seizes 57 properties linked to Malami

Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has mobilised civil society organisations across the country to throw their weight behind read more HURIWA rallies CSOs behind EFCC as court seizes 57 properties linked to Malami

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11 h. ago Edo Govt Debunks Ekpoma Riot Claims, Says Violence ‘Sponsored From Abroad’

Security agencies, according to the state, have already identified the suspected masterminds who were said to have contacted several individuals in Ekpoma, with funding from the diaspora. The post Edo Govt Debunks Ekpoma Riot Claims, Says Violence ‘Sponsored From Abroad’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago Edo Govt Postpones School Resumption Date In Central District

The development was after last Saturday's peaceful protest over insecurity and kidnapping in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area, which turned violent. The post Edo Govt Postpones School Resumption Date In Central District appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago Okpebholo mourns Ekpoma kidnap victim, pledges security crackdown

Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo mourns the tragic Ekpoma kidnap victim, pledging a security crackdown to restore safety and bring perpetrators to justice. Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-mourns-ekpoma-kidnap-victim-pledges-security-crackdown/

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14 h. ago Okpebholo promises to rebuild burnt shops at Edo police station 

Edo Governor Okpebholo visited the burnt shops at Ekpoma police station, promising swift reconstruction and support for affected traders amid rising insecu Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-promises-to-rebuild-burnt-shops-at-edo-police-station/

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27 h. ago Edo PDP faults varsity students’ arraignment, remand over protest

Edo State’s PDP condemns the arrest of Ambrose Alli University students after an insecurity protest, demanding their immediate and unconditional release. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-pdp-faults-varsity-students-arraignment-remand-over-protest/

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27 h. ago Protest: NANS condemns detention of Edo varsity students, demands release

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) condemns the detention of 52 Edo varsity students and demands their immediate, unconditional release. Read More: https://punchng.com/protest-nans-condemns-detention-of-edo-varsity-students-demands-release/

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31 h. ago Police arrest suspected drug dealer, recover drugs, weapons in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has recorded another major success in its ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking and violent crime, read more Police arrest suspected drug dealer, recover drugs, weapons in Kano

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32 h. ago Police arrest notorious drug dealer, five suspected thugs in Kano 

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a notorious drug dealer and five suspected thugs in Jaoji Quarters, seizing illicit substances and weapons. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-notorious-drug-dealer-five-suspected-thugs-in-kano/

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33 h. ago Tears As Court Orders Remand Of Arrested Ekpoma Protesters At Edo Correctional Centre

The police said they had swiftly intervened to restore peace and public safety when the protest over insecurity in the area was “hijacked”. The post Tears As Court Orders Remand Of Arrested Ekpoma Protesters At Edo Correctional Centre appeared first on Channels Television.

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33 h. ago NDLEA seizes 134.48kg of illicit drugs, arrests 157 suspects in Ebonyi

The NDLEA in Ebonyi arrested 157 suspects and seized 134.48kg of illicit drugs, including cannabis and methamphetamine, between October and December. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-seizes-134-48kg-of-illicit-drugs-arrests-157-suspects-in-ebonyi/

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36 h. ago VIDEO: Edo community leader raises the alarm over rising kidnappings

A community leader in Edo State raises concerns over the high rate of kidnappings in Esanland, citing growing insecurity and strained police-community rela Read More: https://punchng.com/video-edo-community-leader-raises-alarm-over-rising-kidnappings/

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36 h. ago Insecurity: Outsiders Should Obtain Permits Before Settling In Edo Communities – Aigbokhan Oseremen

Aigbokhan Oseremen, who is the Convener, Esan Worldwide Community, said he was worried that bringing people into a community without job for them could result in banditry and kidnapping. The post Insecurity: Outsiders Should Obtain Permits Before Settling In Edo Communities – Aigbokhan Oseremen appeared first on Channels Television.

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37 h. ago VIDEO: Edo community leader raises alarm over rising kidnappings

A community leader in Edo raises alarm over daily kidnappings, particularly in Ekpoma, and warns of a strained relationship between the police and resident Read More: https://punchng.com/video-edo-community-leader-raises-alarm-over-rising-kidnappings/

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37 h. ago Police arrest ten suspected armed robbers, drug peddlers in Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command announces ten recent arrests targeting armed robbery, drug trafficking, theft, and cattle rustling across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-ten-suspected-armed-robbers-drug-peddlers-in-jigawa/

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