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Enugu State Government Demolishes Kidnapper Properties, Uncovers Arms and Ammunition
On Wednesday, the Enugu State Government took decisive action against properties implicated in kidnapping activities, demolishing several buildings on the outskirts of Enugu, the state capital.
The targeted locations included an incomplete-storey building in Nkwubor Layout, Emene Nike, which featured an underground tunnel where a substantial cache of weapons was discovered.
Additionally, a large farm in Ogbeke Nike, Enugu East LGA, encompassing poultry, piggery, and plantain plantations, was also demolished.
In Nkwubor Nike, security forces uncovered 17 firearms, comprising eight AK47 rifles, seven pump-action rifles, and two shotguns. At the Ogbeke Nike farm, two more AK47 rifles were found. The authorities also destroyed various shrines, charms, and small-scale Indian hemp farms linked to the criminal operations.
These actions followed extensive investigations by security operatives into the activities of the kidnappers. The operations, which included intense gunfights with the criminals, led to the rescue of several victims.
This crackdown aligns with the Enugu State Government’s commitment under Governor Peter Mbah’s administration to combat crime.
The government had previously announced its intention to demolish properties used for criminal purposes, by Section 315 of the Criminal Code (Second Amendment) Law Cap. 30, Laws of Enugu State.
This section, which had remained inactive since its amendment in 2016, stipulates that buildings used for criminal activities can be demolished or forfeited to the state.
Uche Anya, Chairman of the Enugu Capital Territory Development Authority (ECTDA), addressed the media at the Agu Ogbeke site, emphasizing that the demolitions were in strict adherence to the law.
Anya underscored the government’s resolve to eradicate criminal activities, stating that properties involved in serious crimes like kidnapping will be targeted.
He also issued a stern warning to property owners, stressing that ignorance of illegal activities on their properties will not be excused.
In his statement, Anya described the gruesome conditions at Nkwubor, noting the discovery of an underground cell concealed by a manhole, where captives were held.
The security forces found an arsenal of firearms and other illicit equipment, highlighting the severity of the criminal operations. Anya emphasized that such properties will be repurposed for the public good, possibly turning them into playgrounds, parks, or health facilities.
Anya concluded by reiterating the government’s zero-tolerance policy towards activities that deprive individuals of their freedom or cause harm, reinforcing the ongoing nature of these demolitions and the broader efforts to eliminate criminality from the state.
Nigerian Gospel Artist Israel Terhemba Ikyereve, popularly known by his stage name New Jerusalem, has reportedly passed away.
The late gospel singer passed away at the age of 53, friends and family as well as the government in Benue state mourns the loss of the singer.
The date of burial was also announced by his family, on Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Sati Agirigi, Mbamo, Shitile, Katsina-Ala LGA of Benue State.
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, has distanced himself from campaign materials being circulated ahead of the 2027 elections. Fubara made it clear that he never approved the production of caps, shirts, or any other campaign items for the next general election.
Speaking to his supporters in Port Harcourt on Saturday, Fubara stressed that his focus is on restoring peace and stability in the state, not on political campaigns. His reaction follows the recent resolution of the political crisis in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu.
The clash between Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory had sparked months of tension, which eventually led to Fubara’s six-month suspension from office. Tinubu even declared a state of emergency in Rivers State during the height of the crisis.
However, the president stepped in last week, holding talks with all parties at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, leading to a temporary truce. Fubara expressed his frustration over the campaign materials, saying, “I was really upset when someone sent me a video of people producing caps and shirts for the 2027 elections.
“I didn’t approve that, I didn’t send anyone to do that. For now, what Rivers State needs is peace so that we can focus on progress and development.”
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, will be leading a national prayer session focused on reviving Nigeria’s struggling economy. The prayer is scheduled to take place during the church’s July 2025 Thanksgiving Service, themed “Divine Intervention”, at the RCCG national headquarters in Oyingbo, Lagos.
Speaking ahead of the event through his Special Assistant on Administration, Pastor Dele Balogun, Pastor Adeboye acknowledged that both Nigeria and other countries are facing tough times. But he believes the current hardship is not beyond repair if people embrace faith and take positive action.
“Our nation is going through serious challenges, just like other parts of the world. But the truth is, we can overcome them with faith, as long as we don’t give room to fear or doubt,” Adeboye said. He encouraged Nigerians to reject negative confessions and instead focus on faith-driven solutions, adding that with God’s intervention, the country’s economic situation can still turn around.
The upcoming prayer session, according to him, is not just about asking for change but about opening doors to new opportunities and paving the way for national transformation.
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