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Killings in Niger: Commission of Inquiry begins sitting
The Commission of inquiry constituted by the Niger State government to investigate the killing in some communities of Mashegu Local Government Area in Niger State have commenced sitting in Minna with the call on witnesses and the public to cooperate with the commission to arrive at ensuring justice.
The Chairman of the Judicial Commission of inquiry, Justice Danladi Ahmed Baddegi made the call at the inaugural sitting of the Commission in Minna, explained that the Commission was constituted by the Niger State governor, Abubakar Sani Bello to look into the collosal killing in Mazakuka, Adogomallam, Kuluho and other surrounding communities in Mashegu Local Government area by unknown gunmen.
He stated that the Commission being a fact finding Commission was constituted to ensure justice is given to all parties, stressing that the findings of the Commission would be transmitted to the governor for the necessary directive that the government would recommend.
He reminded all stakeholders and witnesses that would appear before the Commission to adhere strictlly to the laid down procedure to avoid any act of distraction during the proceedings of the Commission.
The Chairman of the Commission equally pleaded with the counsels that would appear before the Commission to assist in making available the required envidences that would enable the commission arrive at ensuring justice to all parties.
He admonished parties to guide against any act that truncate the procedures and standing rules of the Commission, warning that any body that try the patience of the Commission would face the full wrath of the Commission.
“Any body that try our patience, I as a judge can arrest or order for his arrest. And I don’t pray for that. But I’m seeking for the support of all stakeholders in the commission with all the necessary evidence that will assist the commission in arriving at Justice.” he stated.
Speaking on behalf of the Counsels of the Commission, a senior legal practitioner in Minna, Barrister Musa Suleiman assured the Commission of the support and cooperation of all the Counsels that would appear before the Commission in ensuring the smooth procedures of the hearing.
He noted that the Constitution of the Commission of inquiry by the State government would assist in curtailing the increasing proportion of banditry activities in some communities in Niger State.
He commended the State governor, Abubakar Sani Bello for deeming it necessary to constitute the Commission of inquiry, stating that with the calibre of personality of the commission, the aim and objective of the Commission would be achieved.
Also, speaking the chair of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), in Minna, Barrister Mohammed Abubakar El-Surur commended the State government for appointing Justice Danladi Ahmed Baddegi as the Chairman of the Commission.
He described the Chairman of the Commission as a man of impeachable integrity that would not compromise in arriving at justice in the discharge of this onerous responsibility given to him.
“The Chairman of the Commission, His lordship Justice Danladi Ahmed is a person I knew right from our University days in Sokoto. I know him to be a man of integrity and a man of honesty and Justice. I don’t have doubt in my mind that Justice would be arrive at with the person at helm of the Commission as chairman” he asserted.
He then assured of the Commission of the NBA support and cooperation at ensuring the successful completion of the commission procedeengs.
The Judicial Commission of inquiry was constituted as a result of the invasion of some communities in Mashegu Local Government Area of Niger State where some gunmen suspected to be armed bandits killed some worshipers in the mosque, while observing their Subhi prayers on the 25 of October 2021.
The Judicial Commission of inquiry was constituted by governor Abubakar Sani Bello to investigate the remote courses of the killing and those behind the killing and recommend the appropriate action to be taken against any body found indicted.
The commission has one month to submit it report to the government.
Members of the Commission include Justice Danladi Ahmed Baddegi as the Chairman, Hon Kasimu Danjuma, CP Wakili Mate Rtd, and CP Mohammed Danjuma Rtd. Others are Barrister Moses Chiroma Gamzhi the State Director of Public Prosecution, DPP, Col. Abdullahi S. Judy Rtd and Mallam Yakubu D. Musa.
A popular General Overseer of a new generation Church, Elijah has been arrested by the Octopus (C41) Strike Force unit of Rivers State Police Command for investigation over homosexual allegations.
It was gathered that a video of the Pastor was leaked indulging in the homosexual act to the police by a member of his church.
The member who alleged that the General Overseer attempted sleep with him against his will.
The member who revealed his name simply as Patrick now a complainant said, he wanted to play along after the General Overseer made sexual advancement and captured the nude video of pastor attempting to have carnal knowledge of him.
Armed with the intelligence report, the police traced the General Overseer who is from Rivers State to one of his relaxation spots in Port Harcourt and arrested him.
Sources revealed to our correspondent that the General Overseer has reportedly confessed to other numerous acts of homosexuality involving both male adults and minors within and outside Port Harcourt.
Public Relations Officer for the Rivers State Police Command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, confirmed the incident, adding that investigation was ongoing.
Against government ban on rallies and organised reception under whatever guise by Kogi State Government, constituents of the Central Senatorial District troop3d out enmasse to receive Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on Tuesday in Okene.
According to the pictorials released by the Media office of Senator Natasha, creme-de-la creme could be seen waiting in a scorching sun, not minding the effect.
The massive turn out followed assurance from Senator Natasha ‘s media team that the lawmaker has arrived from overseas and would make it to Okene on Tuesday for Sallah celebrations with her constituents.
A statement obtained by CAPITAL POST in Lokoja on Tuesday, pointed out that the purported ban on rallies and the cancellation of the visit were mere rumours, hence, the embattled lawmaker would pay a visit her constituents.
Part of the statement read: “We are pleased to confirm that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Sallah visit to Kogi Central senatorial district will proceed as planned.
“Despite rumours circulating online, there has been no official announcement from our office regarding the cancellation of this visit.
“As the senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan remains committed to engaging with her community and fostering a spirit of unity and cooperation.
“Her dedication to the people of Kogi Central is unwavering, and she looks forward to celebrating Eid-el-Fitr with her constituents.
“We would like to assure the public that all necessary arrangements are in place to ensure a successful and joyous event. We invite all members of the community to join us in marking this special occasion.”
On Monday, CAPITAL POST reported that Kogi State Government issued a statement which was signed bybthe Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo asserting security concerns, hence, the proposed homecoming of Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District should be put off.
He stressed that there security breaches in parts of Kohi West Senatorial District, thus the security was so volatile that Government cannot guarantee peace for now and abused that the proposed reception at Okene should be cancelled.
Also, Kogi State Police Command earlier on Tuesday issued a statement banning any rally within the State, stating that intelligence reports available to it indicated that crisis may spur.
The statement which was signed by Police Public Relation Officer, SP William Ovye Aya and made available to CAPITAL POST, stressed that intelligence reports was indicative of peace and the rally which was organised by Natasha’s constituents should be cancelled.
The statement said: “Following the intelligence report on security threats in Kogi State and the subsequent ban on all forms of Rally and procession by the Kogi State Government, the Nigeria Police Force, Kogi State Police Command has called on the organisers of planned rally at Okene to cancel such event in the interest of the peace in Kogi State.
“The call for cancellation becomes necessary, noting that intelligence reveals that some hoodlums plan to hijack the process and cause disturbance of peace in the State. The Command cannot afford to jeopardize the existing peace the State is currently enjoying.
“In view of the security threat received on the planned rally, the Kogi State Police Command is therefore advising the organisers to cancel the event so as to avoid any breakdown of law and order in the State. As the Command will not hesitate to apply the full wrath of law on any one who causes disturbance of peace and order in the State.”
Constituents trooped out displaying placards demanding justice for Senator Natasha.
It was recalled that Natasha was suspended from the Senate for six months over breach of Senate Standing Orders.
The lawmaker also alleged that the Senate President, Godswill Obot Akpabio was harassing her sexually.
TEHRAN, Mar. 30 (MNA) – The Yemeni Armed Forces Spokesman Yahya Saree said that Yemeni forces successfully hit the Israeli Ben Gurion Airport with ballistic missiles on Sunday.
Saree said that the Yemeni Armed Forces struck the Israeli Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv using Zolfaqar missiles.
“By carrying out this operation, we proved that the US has failed to prevent Yemen from supporting the oppressed Palestinian people,” he stressed.
“American airstrikes do not prevent us from fulfilling our religious, moral, and human duties.”
“With the help of God Almighty, we will continue the anti-Zionist operations until the aggression and siege against the Gaza Strip stop.”
Yemenis have declared their open support for Palestine’s struggle against the Israeli occupation since the regime launched a devastating war on Gaza on October 7 after the territory’s Palestinian Resistance movements carried out a surprise retaliatory attack, dubbed Operation Al-Aqsa Storm, against the occupying entity.
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