July 2024 – Page 5 – Obasempire entertainment

Amotekun Corps Apprehends 24 Suspects, Rescues Kidnapped Student

July 18, 2024 (updated July 18, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that the Ondo State Security Network Agency, known as Amotekun Corps, has detained over 24 individuals for various criminal activities.

The corps also reported rescuing a student named Bisola Olisa, who was abducted by bandits along the Ikare-Ado Ekiti Expressway.

Discussing the arrests on Wednesday, the state Commander of the Corps, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, revealed that the apprehended individuals were involved in offenses such as kidnapping, armed robbery, motorcycle theft, conspiracy, cable theft, illegal migration, possession of firearms, and malicious damage, among others.

The commander emphasized that the operation leading to the arrests was carried out in collaboration with other security agencies in the state.

He said, “We arrested and paraded 24 suspects. We are pleased to report that the security situation in the state is very stable. Law and order are being maintained, political activities continue without disruption, and the anti-open grazing law is being enforced.

“Since the last incident, there have been no serious conflicts between farmers and herders. Human trafficking has decreased, and issues of cultism and militancy have nearly disappeared. Kidnapping activities are mainly confined to the borders and are being addressed.

“There are no significant problems related to terrorism, land, or chieftaincy disputes. Student activities are ongoing without crisis, and there are no current labour union issues.”

On the kidnap case, Adeleye explained that the 32-year-old victim was abducted alongside three other victims in the Supare area in Akoko South-West Local Government Area of the state but was rescued by the combined team of Amotekun and other security agents. He noted that two of the abductors had been arrested.

“Regarding the recent kidnapping case in Supare, which recorded one fatality and four victims being taken into the bush, the corps responded immediately in collaboration with other security agencies.

“We apprehended two suspects, one of whom is here and we are confident that we will secure the release of the remaining victims,” Adeleye added.

The commander said the suspects would be profiled, and those who needed to go to court would be taken to court, while the corps would explore other means to ensure justice for the rightful owners of the stolen items.

Narrating how she was kidnapped, the victim, Bisola Olisa explained, “ I was coming from Ikare, heading to Ekiti. On getting to Akungba, I boarded a vehicle from the garage; there were seven of us in the vehicle. At a certain spot, we started hearing gunshots from the bandits. So, they stopped us immediately. A passenger beside me was shot dead, and they marched us into the bush. Some passengers were injured.

“The kidnappers were many on the road, but as we moved into the bush, four of them led us, all carrying guns. We trekked throughout the night until the next morning when we reached a mountain where we sat down. They asked us to lie down, and the three of us obeyed for about 30 minutes. I realised they were no longer talking. I peeped to check if they were sleeping but saw only one of them; the other gang members were gone.

“I told them that I needed to defecate, that was how I escaped. On reaching the main road, I saw the Amotekun Corps, and they rescued me and took me to their station. “

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Nigerian DJ #_djtrendy Detained After Police Raid Nightclub

July 18, 2024 (updated July 18, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that a Nigerian DJ, known as The Turnup Maestro and identified as #_djtrendy on X, has shared his harrowing experience of being taken to the Kirikiri Custodial Centre in Lagos State.

Sharing his story via his X handle on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, the DJ recounted that his troubles began on Sunday, July 7, 2024, when officers from the Lagos State Police Command stationed at the Olosan Police Station showed up at the nightclub where he works.

He explained that upon their arrival, the security personnel cleared out the patrons from the nightclub and confiscated his laptop.

According to him, two days later, the club’s manager and the wife of the club’s proprietor (names unspecified) visited the police station to reclaim the laptop. The manager then contacted him, informing that his presence was required at the station for the laptop’s release.

“Immediately I got to the station, the DPO called one of his officers to take me in and take my statement. That’s how I got to the IPO’s office, then he started telling me that I’m a cultist, that I was playing for cultists, and that when they came to the said lounge, they saw people smoking and all.

“He then proceeded to give me a sheet of paper to write everything I knew.

“Well, I wrote how everything happened. A few minutes later, my lounge manager came in too, that’s how they said I’m done with mine and they told the manager to write his own too. I was behind the counter at this point helpless,” the tweets added.

The disc jockey stated that he and the manager “were detained” and put in a cell at the station on Tuesday as they remained incommunicado.

The following day, Wednesday, July 10, they were released and ordered to remain behind the counter.

However, in a turn of events, they were later put in handcuffs and taken to a Magistrate Court in the Ogba area of the state.

The tweets read further, “They put us in a cell that Tuesday. We couldn’t reach out to anyone, we were not even allowed to make contact with the lounge owner’s wife. Fast forward to the second day, July 10, we were released and the IPO told us to sit at the back of the counter.

“A few minutes later, he called us into his office and handcuffed us, then told us to go into the minivan parked in the police compound. They started driving and we were continuously asking where he was taking us. He didn’t answer. That’s how we got to the Magistrate Court at Ogba.

“Handcuffed, we were able to whisper our lounge owner’s number to one of the lawyers that was around us. We were helpless. We only went to the police station to collect the laptop but instead, they peddled us like criminals. So the lawyer was able to call our lounge owner and he came in with the lawyer just a few minutes before our case was called.”

The DJ claimed that the policemen had “written false allegations” against them but the presiding judge (name unknown) granted them bail.

Afterwards, they were taken to the Kirikiri Correctional Facility before their release two days later.

He wrote, “They had already written false allegations against us. All of the allegations they wrote were completely false. So the judge made her judgment. We were placed on bail but our lounge owner couldn’t perfect the bail that day.

“That’s how were were taken to the Kirikiri Prison on that day, July 10, 2024. We spent two days at Kirikiri correctional facility and we were released on Friday, July 12 after he perfected the bail. My laptop is still at the Olosan Police Station.

“I have always lived my life fight-free, crime-free. I have never broken a law before. The police that was supposed to protect me lied against me. I am very traumatised.”

In another follow-up tweet, the disc jockey wrote, “I have been crying for days. No one deserves to be going through something like this. I didn’t do anything wrong. I am a law-abiding citizen. I don’t deserve this pain they caused me.”

When contacted, the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, did not respond to phone calls nor text messages sent to his mobile number when filing this report.

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Fuel Landing Costs Surge, Sparking Concerns Over Price Increases

July 18, 2024 (updated July 18, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) reported that the import cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly called petrol, has climbed to N1,117 per litre as of Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

This revelation, shared during a webinar with journalists on Wednesday, has triggered widespread concerns about potential fuel price hikes nationwide.

MEMAN also stated that the import cost of diesel has risen to N1,157 per litre, and aviation fuel now stands at N1,127 per litre.

These figures starkly contrast with the current retail prices of PMS, which range from N617 to N660 per litre at Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and major marketer stations.

Independent marketers are selling PMS at prices exceeding N700 per litre.

Despite the NNPC’s consistent denial of subsidizing PMS, MEMAN’s Executive Secretary, Clement Isong, clarified that the landing costs were sourced from independent energy price benchmark providers.

Isong stated that MEMAN would continue to provide regular updates on landing costs to keep the public informed.

Meanwhile, energy sector experts have voiced concerns over the current pricing dynamics.

Prof. Wumi Iledare noted that the substantial price gap between diesel and petrol in Nigeria is atypical and suggested that some form of subsidy or under-recovery might be in place.

He indicated that considering the current exchange rate, the price of petrol should be closer to 80 per cent of the price of diesel.

Prof. Adeola Adenikinju, President of the Nigerian Economics Society, also stated that the government is effectively subsidizing the current price of PMS.

He told Punch that the government purchases PMS at higher rates and sells it at lower rates, resulting in what is referred to as under-recovery.

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Court Sentences Onuwa Ijie To Death, Uzor To 14 Years

July 17, 2024 (updated July 17, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that a High Court in Asaba, the Delta State capital, has sentenced Onuwa Ijie to death and Nwanozie Uzor to 14 years imprisonment for the murder and conspiracy to murder twin boys, Chidalu and Chigozie Agwunobi.

Justice Onome Marshal-Umukoro, who presided over the case, delivered the sentences to the two offenders for the killing of the seven-year-old boys.

The prosecution, led by Deputy Director in the Ministry of Justice Mrs. Paula Akpoguma, presented five witnesses to support the case.

The court held that the testimony of the five witnesses proved the case against the two defendants beyond reasonable doubt.

The prosecution stated that tragedy struck the family of Olise Agwunobi of Oko-Ogbele Community on March 5, 2020, when their seven-year-old twin boys were lured by the defendants to a bush and they proceeded to cut off their penis, eyes, tongues and hands which they hurriedly took to a native doctor at Aguleri in Anambra State.

“One of the defendants had earlier gone to the school of the twin children to take them but was turned down by the school teacher, one Mrs Emelda Ezekwude,” she said.

Delivering his judgment, Justice Marshal-Umukoro stated that after carefully evaluating the evidence presented before him, the prosecution had discharged the burden of proof as the first defendant from his confessional statement was the person who sowed the seed of committing human rituals in the mind of the second defendant by giving the phone number of one Chukwudi Edemuzor who was alleged to be searching for twins to kill for money.

The court maintained that the law is settled that the testimony of an investigating police officer was not hearsay evidence, and the court can rely on it.

Speaking with journalists after the judgment on Tuesday, the prosecuting counsel, Akpoguma thanked the court for upholding the cause of justice, “reaffirming that the judicial system works.”

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Sanwo-Olu Grants N100,000 To NYSC Members, Announces New Camp Construction

July 17, 2024 (updated July 17, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has provided a cash gift of N100,000 to each National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member completing the orientation for Batch ‘B’ Stream 1.

The governor was present at the passing-out parade on Tuesday at the NYSC camp in Iyana Ipaja.

A total of 4,277 Corps members were assigned to Lagos for the Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 orientation, but only 2,822 graduates could be accommodated at the Iyana Ipaja camp. The remaining members were stationed in Ogun and Osun.

Consequently, Sanwo-Olu announced the allocation of N5 billion to expedite the construction of a new Orientation Camp in Agbowa, Ikorodu Division to address the space limitations.

He also committed to ongoing funding for the project, assuring that the facility would be finished before his term concludes.

Additionally, the governor offered automatic employment opportunities within the state’s civil service to 100 Corps members from Stream 1, who, upon completion of their service year, are recognized for their outstanding performance at their respective primary assignments.

“I am impressed by the sense of responsibility and hard work which Corps members in Lagos have shown in the course of their service year,” Sanwo-Olu stated.

“I have adopted this particular batch as my Corps and I will be monitoring your efforts.

“At the end of your service year, the best 100 Corps members in this batch will get automatic employment into Lagos public service.

“Additionally, each Corps member here today is to go home with N100,000 as a form of welfare support.”

The Lagos governor admonished the corps members not to let the objectives of the national service be lost on them, noting that the significance of the scheme was to explore the strength of the country’s diversity to foster national unity.

He described Lagos orientation camp as “a microscopic representation” of the country, pointing out that the state remained a melting pot of cultures, languages and traditions where the corps members would experience a first-hand strength that came with diversity.

Sanwo-Olu advised the youths to show high level of responsibility in dealing with challenging situations they may find themselves in, cautioning them to avoid incendiary narratives propagated through social media.

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Kumuyi Denies Relocating To UK Amidst Criticism, Misreporting

July 17, 2024 (updated July 17, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that Pastor Williams Kumuyi, the General Superintendent of Deeper Life Bible Church, has refuted claims of moving to the United Kingdom (UK).

Obasempire notes that Kumuyi recently faced significant backlash from Nigerians after reports suggested he had relocated to the UK following his advice to support President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

In a statement posted on the Facebook page of Cross River State Deeper Life, the clergyman clarified that he had not moved to the UK but was traveling from country to country for his international crusade.

Kumuyi encouraged his followers to disregard such false reports and to adhere to the truth of God’s word.

In his word: “You must have read that I relocated to the UK. “Did I relocate?” he asked. “I did not relocate anywhere. But because I went for crusade and conference and the conference and crusade is not being transmitted here, we do it over there.

We have a time difference. Some countries I go to like the one I went to in May have about 7 hours of time difference. When it is 7 am here it will be 2 am in that other country. There is no way I could transmit that here because of the time difference.

“It was a long trip and after that long trip, I jumped into the plane and went here and there. After those trips, I needed a few days to rest so that I would not come back weary, tired, and could not preach again. So I waited. And because I spent that time, they told you that I have relocated. ”

Kumuyi also recalled how someone wrote a letter to him and addressed the letter to the UK branch of the church because he said “he heard that I have relocated.”

The member according to Kumuyi wrote, “I am writing this to you. I need prayers. I need counseling. But I heard you are now based in London.”

Dangote Reveals Capital Residence Isn’t His Property, Sold London Home in 1996

July 15, 2024 (updated July 15, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that Africa’s wealthiest individual, Mr. Aliko Dangote, has stated that the residence he uses when he is in Nigeria’s capital is not his private asset.

In a media briefing at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State, on Sunday, Dangote explained that his dedication to a developed Nigeria is the only reason he does not own properties outside the country.

He also shared that he previously owned a house in London, which he sold in 1996.

“The reason I don’t have a London or America house is solely because I wanted to focus on industrialization in Nigeria.

“I figured that if I had those houses, there will be one reason or the other for me to visit those places thereby causing distraction for me.

“I am very passionate about the Nigeria dream and apart from my Lagos house, I have another one in my home state Kano and a rented one in Abuja,” he revealed.

In her closing remarks, the Group Executive Director, Commercial Operations, Fatima Dangote, commended Mr Dangote for never giving up on the Nigerian dream.

She added that “I have not seen anyone as hardworking as my father, sometimes I wonder how he never gives up.

“I wish we have a few more men like my father in Nigeria, the country will be a better place,” she said.

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Keke Driver Commits Suicide After Failed Attempts To Retrieve Confiscated Tricycle

July 12, 2024 (updated July 12, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that an unidentified Keke driver has taken his own life after unsuccessful efforts to recover his confiscated tricycle from government officials.

The incident took place in the Ikorodu region of Lagos State.

Reports indicate that the tricycle operator was stopped by agents who confiscated his vehicle and took it to their office near Jubilee Estate.

Despite his ongoing pleas and attempts to reclaim his tricycle, all efforts were in vain.

Frustrated, the man ended his own life on a tree in front of the compound housing the offices of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), and Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO).

An eyewitness, Prince Excel of Aiyekooto Reporters, who captured the incident on video, described it as unfortunate, noting that the suicide occurred on Thursday morning.

A note accompanying Excel’s video indicated that the tricyclist took his life due to the authorities’ refusal to return his seized tricycle, despite his pleas.

The spokesperson for LASTMA, Taofiq Adebayo, however, denied any involvement of their officers in the seizure, stating that no tricycle was impounded within their premises in the area.

“We don’t know anything about the incident. LASTMA is not involved in anything of such, and we don’t know anything about the hanging of the dead body,” he said.

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Military Targets Terrorist Financiers, Kills 187 In Recent Operations

July 12, 2024 (updated July 12, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced plans to combat financiers of terrorism and other crimes in Nigeria as part of efforts to restrict the criminal elements’ freedom of action.

The DHQ emphasized that the most effective way to weaken terrorists is by cutting off their funding sources through targeting those who support their illicit activities.

The military also uncovered plans to attack critical infrastructure in various regions of the country. Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj Gen Edward Buba, made this statement during a press conference in Abuja.

He also reported that troops eliminated 187 terrorists and apprehended 183 others across all operational theaters in the last two weeks. Buba further revealed that 854 terrorists and their families surrendered to troops in the North East during the same period.

Giving the details of the surrendered terrorists, Buba said: “On 3 July 2024, a total of 22 BH/ISWAP terrorists fighters and members comprising eight adult males, five adult females and nine children surrendered to troops in Madagali LGA of Adamawa State. Also, between 3 and 9 Jul 24, a total of 832 terrorist comprising 88 adult males 256 adult females and 488 children surrendered to troops within the theatre of operations”.

He noted that the troops have boots on the ground and are fighting in several dimensions to crush the enemy. According to him, indeed, troops are fighting on ground, air, at sea as well as in the cyber dimension in several parts of the country.

He noted that the common denominator in all military operations were the terrorists, adding that these terrorists are the enemy that must be fought and defeated.

Buba said the terrorists are responsible for keeping the nation in an almost constant state of counter terrorism and counter insurgency, stressing that the DHQ is aware of some of the plans to target some critical infrastructure in the country.

Buba, however noted that the Armed Forces have emplaced measures to forestall such plans. He said that security agencies responsible for securing critical infrastructure and facilities have also been placed on alert.

He said that the measures already put in place will frustrate the planned attack on critical infrastructure in the country.

According to him, in this fight, citizens must understand that, we must never compromise on security, otherwise everyone’s security will be compromised. This is a situation that cannot be over emphasized for us to live in safety and security.

He said the military is doing what is needed at this time, adding “we force the terrorist to pay a price for every act of aggression against citizens of this country. We recognise and have included this as part of our strategy to win the war”.

Noting that the military has no choice but to fight for the safety and security of citizens, Buba said the troops will fight to safeguard the nation and preserve the way of life of the people. He assured that the military will defeat the terrorists on the battlefield and help the nation flourish again.

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Odumodublvck Praises Rema, Calls Him Wise Beyond His Years

July 12, 2024 (updated July 12, 2024) Published by kunmybabs3

Obasempire reports that Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has expressed his admiration for singer Rema.

Odumodublvck described the young artist as wise, sharing that Rema offered him guidance that even his parents might not have provided.

He noted that, despite being six years older than Rema, he always pays close attention when the singer speaks.

The rapper asserted that Rema demonstrated to him that attaining legendary status isn’t based on age.

On his X handle, Odumodublvck wrote: “I senior Rema with six years but when him dey talk I dey pay full attention. E get many thing wey him tell me wey I never hear anybody tell me. Not even my father and mother.

“And trust me, I don hear many advice. I repeat OG no be by age.”

Odumodublvck and Shallipopi were the only artistes featured on Rema’s sophomore ‘He Is,’ which was released on Thursday.

Odumodublvck was featured on the single ‘War Machine.’

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Month: July 2024

Amotekun Corps Apprehends 24 Suspects, Rescues Kidnapped Student

Nigerian DJ #_djtrendy Detained After Police Raid Nightclub

Fuel Landing Costs Surge, Sparking Concerns Over Price Increases

Court Sentences Onuwa Ijie To Death, Uzor To 14 Years

Sanwo-Olu Grants N100,000 To NYSC Members, Announces New Camp Construction

Kumuyi Denies Relocating To UK Amidst Criticism, Misreporting

Dangote Reveals Capital Residence Isn’t His Property, Sold London Home in 1996

Keke Driver Commits Suicide After Failed Attempts To Retrieve Confiscated Tricycle

Military Targets Terrorist Financiers, Kills 187 In Recent Operations

Odumodublvck Praises Rema, Calls Him Wise Beyond His Years

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