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Gunmen Ambush and Kill Labour Party Leader in Benue
Gunmen have reportedly murdered Mr. Sunday Oche, the Labour Party (LP) ward chairman for Ado Local Government Area in Benue State.
According to reports, Mr. Oche was ambushed and fatally shot by unknown assailants while visiting his farm with a group of friends.
Eyewitness accounts revealed that the gunmen launched the attack as Mr. Oche and his companions were at the farm, resulting in his tragic death.
Five others who were with him managed to escape but sustained severe gunshot wounds during the attack.
A close associate of the deceased, speaking under anonymity, shared further details with journalists.
The source explained that Mr. Oche and five others had traveled to the farm on motorcycles to offer assistance to a widow with her farming activities.
Unfortunately, this gesture of goodwill turned fatal when armed bandits struck, leaving Oche dead and his companions injured.
According to the source, the attackers not only killed the Labour Party official but also stole two motorcycles from the group.
Those who survived the assault returned with grave injuries and recounted the harrowing experience, describing how the gunmen targeted them while they were working on the farm.
When contacted for comment on the incident, the spokesperson for the Benue State Police Command, SP Catherine Anene, stated that she was not yet aware of the attack and had not received any official report regarding the murder of Mr. Oche.
This violent incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, as it adds to the growing concerns over the security challenges facing parts of Benue State.
The circumstances surrounding Mr. Oche’s death highlight the continued threat posed by bandits in rural areas, where farmers and residents frequently face danger while attempting to carry out their daily activities.
Omoyele Sowore has criticized northern leaders for shutting down schools to allow children to participate in Ramadan fasting. The decision, implemented in Bauchi, Katsina, Kebbi, and Kano States, has caused criticism from many Nigerians.
Sowore, a well-known Nigerian activist, accused the leaders of hypocrisy, claiming that their children are not affected by the policy since they attend expensive private schools in Abuja or study abroad.
In a statement on his Facebook page, Sowore condemned the move, saying, “Those who decided to shut down schools for Ramadan fasting don’t have their children in these struggling public schools.
Their kids attend top private schools or study overseas, funded by resources meant to support underprivileged students in these poorly maintained schools, which remain open during Ramadan. These leaders are irresponsible and unfair.”
President Donald Trump has announced plans to purchase a new Tesla vehicle to demonstrate his support for Elon Musk amid recent boycotts and a significant drop in Tesla’s stock value.
On his Truth Social platform, Trump praised Musk’s contributions to the nation and criticized efforts to harm the entrepreneur and his company. He stated, “I’m going to buy a brand new Tesla tomorrow morning as a show of confidence and support for Elon Musk, a truly great American.”
In response, Musk expressed gratitude to the president on his social media platform, X. Musk currently leads the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under the Trump administration, focusing on reducing federal spending and workforce.
This initiative has caused protests and boycotts targeting Tesla, with incidents of vandalism reported at dealerships and charging stations.
Tesla’s market value has declined sharply, with shares dropping over 15% recently, influenced by Musk’s political involvement and its impact on consumer sentiment. Despite these challenges, Trump continues to voice strong support for Musk’s efforts to “Make America Great Again.”
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has predicted that the country will become extremely wealthy through tariffs.
Trump stated that the U.S. is set to gain hundreds of billions of dollars from tariffs soon. He believes the move will encourage companies and factories to return to the U.S., creating more jobs.
Speaking with FOX Business’ Maria Bartiromo on Air Force One on Sunday evening, Trump responded to concerns about a possible recession. He admitted there’s always hesitation but remained confident about the benefits of the tariffs.
“All I know is we’re going to make hundreds of billions of dollars from tariffs, and we’ll become so rich you won’t even know where to spend it all,” Trump said. “Just watch — there will be more jobs and open factories. It’s going to be great.”
Trump has recently placed tariffs on key trade partners, including Canada, Mexico, and China, as part of his economic strategy.
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