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Sokoto State Hisbah Confiscates Over 200 Cartons of Alcohol
The Sokoto State Hisbah Board has seized more than 200 cartons of alcoholic drinks at the Central Motor Park in Sokoto. Commander Usman Jatau, speaking at the Hisbah office on Wednesday, December 11, stated that no one has claimed ownership of the drinks.
Jatau confirmed that the board would seek guidance from the State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General on further actions. He emphasized that the state’s rules are meant to guide residents, not to target or create chaos.
The commander urged residents to adhere to Islamic teachings, avoid prohibited activities, and ensure all events comply with Sharia law. Selling or distributing illicit substances at public gatherings remains strictly forbidden.
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Viral Video Sparks Outrage as Delta Police Officer Shoots Restrained Suspect
A viral clip has made its way online showing a police officer in Delta State shooting a suspect who had already been restrained.
It can be noted that the suspect was pleading, claiming he had been framed and deceived, and said he would lead them to the right place.
However, while he was pleading, the police officer shot him. The officer later stated that the suspect was armed with a gun.
It was later revealed that the police officer has been arrested, as it is against the law to shoot a restrained suspect.
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24 Children Abducted from Orphanage in Kogi State
It was reported by the Kogi State Government that 24 children were abducted from an orphanage home. It was shared that this happened on the 26th of April, Sunday, and gunmen were seen in the area that day.
The information was shared by the Commissioner of Information, Kingsley Fanwo, who shared this sad news and described it as unfortunate.
“We condemn in strong terms the abduction of innocent children from an orphanage, the government is working closely with security operatives to ensure their safe return,”
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Afia Schwarzenegger Reacts to Xenophobia in South Africa
Ghanaian media personality Afia Schwarzenegger speaks on the xenophobia issues occurring around Africans in South Africa.
She stated that Ghana is not the same as Nigeria and shared that if such issues happen to Ghanaians in South Africa, they will speak up and not keep quiet. She added that they will react.
“Ghana is not like Nigeria and we won’t hesitate to return the stupid favour.”
