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Plateau Police Arrest Three Phone Snatchers Operating with Tricycles in Jos
Operatives from the Plateau State Police Command have successfully apprehended three individuals suspected of being part of a phone-snatching syndicate operating in Jos and its surrounding areas.
The arrest was confirmed by the command’s spokesperson, Mr. Alfred Alabo, who provided details of the incident to journalists in Jos on Friday.
Alabo explained that the suspects were caught in the act while attempting to steal a resident’s mobile phone near the Rantya community in the Jos South Local Government Area. According to him, the group had been using tricycles to execute their criminal activities.
They would disguise themselves as legitimate commercial riders, luring unsuspecting victims to board their vehicles. Once the victims were inside, they would steal their belongings.
The arrest occurred on August 29, at approximately 2:00 p.m., when police officers intercepted the suspects at the Rantya roundabout just as they were about to flee with a stolen mobile phone.
During interrogation, the trio admitted to being part of a larger syndicate that focuses on stealing valuable items, particularly mobile phones, in the Rantya area. They also revealed a sinister tactic: the use of hypnosis to further disorient and rob their victims.
In addition to their confessions, the police recovered several items from the suspects, including an Android smartphone and the tricycle they had been using for their operations, which bore the registration number PT 17437.
Mr. Alabo emphasized that the command remains committed to curbing criminal activities in the state and urged residents to be vigilant, particularly when engaging with unfamiliar commercial transport services.
This arrest, he noted, is part of the command’s ongoing efforts to make Plateau State safer for its citizens.
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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