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Fatal Protest Erupts at Sumal Foods in Ibadan; 12 Arrests Made
The Oyo Police Command has confirmed the death of one person and the arrest of twelve suspected troublemakers during a protest at Sumal Foods factories in Oluyole, Ibadan. According to spokesperson Adewale Osifeso, the protest was incited by false rumors about the company withholding palliatives meant for workers of various private firms.
Osifeso stated, “The violent protest, which occurred on Tuesday at Sumal Foods, was triggered by misleading information spread by some workers alleging unfair distribution of welfare packages.” He lamented that the protest was taken over by criminals who vandalized property, resulting in significant damage. Osifeso assured that peace has been restored in the area following increased police presence and the arrest of the suspects involved.
Commissioner of Police Ayodele Sonubi has directed the Homicide Department of the State Criminal Investigation Department to investigate the incident thoroughly under the supervision of the Deputy Commissioner of Police.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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