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Edo Police Arrest Suspect in Kidnapping of Community Leader, Recover N7 Million Ransom
Edo State Police Command has scored a major win in the fight against crime by capturing a 27-year-old man, Ibrahim Yahaya Jolly, in connection with the kidnapping of Igbinosun Evans, the leader of the Ugbogui community in Ovia South-East Local Government Area.
SP Moses Joel Yamu, the command’s spokesperson, publicized the arrest during the presentation of five suspects involved in various criminal activities in the state.
According to Yamu, Jolly was nabbed after receiving a ransom of N7 million from the kidnapped victim’s family.
The suspect was apprehended by the Intelligence Rapid Response Squad (IRRS), a special unit dedicated to investigating high-profile crimes.
Jolly has confessed to his involvement in the kidnapping and is cooperating with the police, providing valuable information.
This cooperation is expected to lead to the arrest of other gang members and the recovery of any weapons used in the crime.
SP Yamu highlighted the commitment of the Edo State Police Command to combatting crime and ensuring peace in the state.
He thanked the residents for their continued support and urged them to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
Commissioner of Police, Nemi Iwo, reaffirmed the police’s dedication to creating a crime-free environment in Edo State.
He warned criminals to leave the state or face the consequences, emphasizing that there would be no place for them within the state’s borders.
The arrest of Jolly represents another step forward in the police’s ongoing efforts to rid Edo State of criminal elements, especially in areas affected by kidnapping and armed robbery.
The police continue to ramp up their operations, working closely with community leaders and residents to swiftly tackle such crimes.
The investigation into the kidnapping is ongoing, with more arrests expected shortly.
The police commissioner called on the public to maintain their trust in the police force, emphasizing that fighting crime requires collaboration between the public and security agencies.
He assured the citizens of Edo State that the command remains committed to making the state a safer place for all its residents.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, speaks on the role and importance of teachers in the world to celebrate Teachers’ Day today.
He spoke on technology and its advancement and shared that while it is going well, teachers can never be replaced.
“These tools can help teachers reach learners and tailor instruction, but the judgement, encouragement and human connection of a skilled teacher remain indispensable,” he said.
“Every doctor, engineer, scientist, entrepreneur and public servant has benefited from a teacher and could not have become what they are today without teachers,” the minister said.
“When we honour teachers, we honour the people who make every other profession possible.”
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