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A Sharia Court of the Kano Hisbah Board has sentenced eight crossdressers to three months in prison and ten lashes each for indecent dresses and dancing like women in public. The Sharia Court had already carried out the public open beatings of the convicts according to Islamic laws at the premises of the Hisbah Board, on Tuesday. The convicts who were dancing at the wedding ceremony of one of their leaders in Kano were said to have been dressed in female outfits, which caught the attention of the public and created an uproar. READ ALSO: Sharia Court Remands DJ For Disturbing Islamic School With Loud Music The Presiding Sharia Court Judge, Mallam Sani Tamim Sani Hausawa, after reading out the relevant laws to the culprits found them guilty of all the charges and sentenced them to three months in prison or fines of N10,000 each, plus ten lashes each. The culprits pleaded guilty to the charges read against them and asked for forgiveness with a promise not to repeat the crime. The

Embattled Nigerian musician, Abdulazeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, and his associate, Samson Eletu, also known as Sam Larry, have sued Lagos State magistrate, Adeola Olatunbosun, and the Nigerian Police Force. The duo filed a fundamental rights suit before the Federal High Court in Lagos, to challenge their continued detention over the death of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. Sam Larry and Naira Marley are demanding N20m damages each from the defendants. In the suit filed through their lawyer, Olalekan Ojo (SAN), they urged the court to declare that their continued detention at the Homicide Section of the Lagos State Police Command, Panti, since October 4, 2023, constituted a violation of their rights. READ ALSO: Alleged Cyber Crime: Court Adjourns Naira Marley’s Case In the affidavits attached to their suits, the deponents said, “Their travails started between October 3 and 4, 2023 when they were arrested by the police on the alleged connectio

Members of the Rivers House of Assembly loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, have impeached the Speaker of the House, Martins Amaewhule, and his deputy, Dumle Maol. They however elected Edison Ehie as the new Speaker who was the House Leader until he was suspended on Monday at the Government House, Port Harcourt. Information Nigeria reports that Edison was elected after a faction of the Assembly removed him as House Leader, as the plot to impeach Fubara intensified. The members also announced the purported suspension of the Chief Judge of the State, Justice Samuel Chibuzor Amadi, and directed the Governor to appoint an Acting Chief Judge for the state. Reacting, Edison said that 26 members of the House sat and elected him Speaker. “As you can see, the House just rose from plenary and with all humility I must thank my colleagues, 26 Assembly members who have just elected me as the new Speaker of the 10th Rivers State House of Assembly. “My commitment to Rivers people is that I wi

The Labour Party’s (LP) November 11 governorship candidate in Imo State, Athan Achonu, says the State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has been frequently visiting the presidential villa, Aso Rock, Abuja for help ahead the gubernatorial polls. Achonu who stated this at a campaign rally in Ehime Mbano council in the State said it is the turn of the Okigwe zone to produce the next State Governor. Information Nigeria understands that prominent Okigwe sons like Tony Chukwu and former Governor, Ikedi Ohakim, are backing the re-election of Hope Uzodinma based on the Imo Charter of Equity. Speaking at the rally, the LP candidate urged the large crowd to come out on election day to cast their votes and not be intimidated by anyone. READ ALSO: ‘Set Aside Misgivings, My Hands Are Wide Open’ — Gov. Fintiri To Binani After Adamawa Tribunal Victory His words: “I am not here to campaign. But, I am here to tell you people that I am already the Governor, and that is why Governor Hope Uzodimma no longer

Ayo Adebanjo Leader of Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, Ayo Adebanjo, says Nigerians should be ashamed to have a President with certificate issues. Recall that during the presidential election tribunal, Atiku Abubakar, Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) 2023 presidential candidate, had contested the authenticity of the Chicago State University (CSU) certificate presented to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Reacting, Adebanjo who spoke in a chat with Punch on Sunday, said without technicalities, no honest person can defend Tinubu on the matter. “There is no truth in what he says. That’s the unfortunate thing. I feel sorry for the country, particularly Tinubu defenders, can they be proud? Whether true or not, why is it him? When they finally produced the record from the university, it was even more damaging. “In this Tinubu saga, you presented the certificate from the university, now they are trying to change (the conversati

Liverpool midfielder, Luis Diaz’s parents were kidnapped in Colombia after being stopped by gunmen on motorbikes. The 26-year-old Colombian international’s parents were reportedly abducted as they drove to their home. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that his mother was later rescued but his father remains missing. According to Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro said that Cilenis Marulanda was rescued by police in the city of Barrancas. “In a padlock operation in Barrancas, Luis Diaz’s mother has been rescued, we continue the search for the father,” the President tweeted. Meanwhile, the country’s police director, General William Salamanca, said he is using every agent to find Diaz’s father. Early reports suggest they were at a petrol station aboard a truck when they were approached by armed men travelling on motorbikes. READ MORE:  Resilient Liverpool Come From Behind To Steal Late Win Over Wolves Colombia’s soccer federation said  that the kidnapping was regrettable and urged auth

A priests at the St. Ann’s Catholic Parish, Sarkin Kudu, in the Ibi local government area of Taraba state, Very Rev. Fr. Thaddeus Tarhembe, has been kidnapped by gunmen. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the unfortunate incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday. In a statement released by the communication officer Rev Fr John Jerome of the Catholic Diocese of Wukari, confirmed the incident, said that he was abducted in his parish at Saint Ann’s Parish, Sarkin Kudu in the Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba State. It was gathered that the Diocese also solicited prayers from members of the public for the abducted Priest’s safe return. READ MORE:  Taraba’s Treasury Was Empty When Ishaku Handed Over To Me – Gov. Kefas “I am directed by the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Wukari, Most Rev Mark Nzukwein to inform the general public of the kidnap of one of our priests, Very Rev Fr Thaddeus Tarhembe. The sad event occurred in the early hours of Sunday 29th October, 2023 in the Rev F

Socio-political activist, Aisha Yesufu, has slammed former President Goodluck Jonathan following his congratulatory visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Information Nigeria had earlier reported that Jonathan’s visit to the Presidential Villa on Friday was to brief the President on his regional, continental and international assignments. According to him, he used the visit to congratulate him on his Thursday victory at the Supreme Court. After a closed-door meeting with Tinubu, Jonathan emphasized the need for past presidents to unite and devise solutions to alleviate poverty among the masses, acknowledging that the election matters were concluded and it was time to support Tinubu. Jonathan’s words however didn’t augur well with Yesufu . “Jonathan still sees himself as that child without shoes. “Perfect example of law of the lid playing out. READ ALSO: ‘Only Citizens Will Suffer If Leaders Keep Fighting, We Must Move Forward’ — Jonathan After

Atiku Abubakar, the People’s Democratic Party’s (PDP) 2023 presidential candidate, will speak at a press conference on Monday at the Party’s National Secretariat in Wadata Plaza, Abuja. The development was revealed via X on Saturday. “The Presidential Candidate of our great Party, the @OfficialPDPNig, in the February 25, 2023 Presidential election and former Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Atiku Abubakar, GCON, Wazirin Adamawa, @atiku will address a crucial Press Conference on issues of serious importance to the Nation. READ ALSO: Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Tough, Painful But Necessary For Building Nigeria – FG “Date: Monday, October 30, 2023, Venue: PDP National Secretariat, Wadata Plaza, Abuja, Time: 11am Prompt,” the post read. Recall that the Supreme Court on Thursday, ruled out Atiku’s appeal against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Atiku’s party, PDP, had described the Supreme Court judgement as disappointing. The post S’Court Verdict: Atiku T

Popular Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo has alleged that Mr James Aloba, the father of late Nigerian rapper, Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba, also known as Mohbad, is aggrieved because his late son bought some property in his six-month-old son, Liam’s name. She said Mohbad’s family is torn apart over the inheritance of the late singer’s properties. Ojo stated this in an interview with media personality, Daddy Freeze, on Friday. READ ALSO: Police Have Interrogated Mohbad’s Wife Three Times – Iyabo Ojo Reveals She said, “I’ve spoken to Mohbad’s wife. I’ve spoken to Mohbad’s mum. And Mohbad’s dad also called me and told me some things. From what Mohbad’s dad said I know that there’s an issue going on between the dad and the wife’s family. “He said he would like me to ask Mohbad’s wife’s mother some questions which are personal family questions. Most of it is based on properties and money. And one of it was like… He said to me, ‘I bought my own property with my name so why will Mohbad buy h

The Osun State Security Network Agency (Amotekun Corps) has arrested a suspected kidnapper and murderer identified as Banji Olaniyi Julius. The 31-year-old, according to the security outfit, is responsible for the sudden disappearance of Damilare Akinranti, a native of Moro, Ife North Local Government Area of Osun State. According to a press statement made available by the Osun Amotekun Corps Commander, Brigadier General Bashir Adewinmbi (Rtd) on Saturday, Akinranti disappeared on November 6, 2022 after the suspect lured him. READ ALSO: Amotekun Arrests 80-Year-Old Ekiti Man, 4 Others For Vandalism According to the statement, “Eleven (11) months ago, Sunday, November 6, 2022, at about 0900hrs, Banji Olaniyi Julius convinced Damilare Akinranti, age 24, to follow him to a farm in Iguede, Area 5, a distant farm in that same local government area; only for Damilare to get missing till date. “The suspect who lured his victim to a farm in Iguede without his family members’ knowledge h

Nigerian Singer Afeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, has threatened lawsuits against Nigerian record producer, Solomon Oyeniyi also known as K-Solo. Recall that the record producer had in September accused Naira Marley of having a hand in the tragic death of his former signee, Mohbad. Speaking on Channels TV’s programme, Rubbin’ Minds, K-Solo said, “Naira Marley can’t tell me he is not involved. He has a hand in Mohbad’s death”. However, responding in a statement released on Thursday, Naira Marley media team disclosed that it will be initiating legal action against K-Solo for ‘defamation of character’. READ ALSO: “MohBad Died Due To Betrayal” – Portable Defends Naira Marley The team also threatened to sue anyone who makes any allegation against the singer henceforth. “The legal team representing Naira Marley will be initiating legal action against K-Solo for defamation of character. It is essential to emphasize that making unfounded allegations and false statements c

Gunmen on Thursday reportedly attacked police operatives on stop-and-search operation along Umuode/Isiahia in Osisioma Ngwa local government area of Abia State. According to sources who spoke to Vanguard, the incident which happened around 4pm, threw Umuode community into panic as over possible police invasion of the community. READ ALSO: Gunmen In ‘Military Uniform’ Tried To Kill Gov Bello — Kogi Govt One of the operatives was beheaded by the gunmen, while other members of the team were said to have run to safety with their ammunition. The gunmen made away with the policeman’s head, abandoning the other parts of the body in the car. The gunmen reportedly trailed the police team, which has been operating in the community recently. It was learnt that the team was attached to the Eziama Police Division, raising questions over the legality of their operation in the community considering that the area is not under their jurisdiction. Recall that an Assistant Superintendent of Polic

The Plateau State Police Command on Thursday paraded an 80-year-old man, identified as Peter Ashom, for allegedly attempting to defile an 11-year-old girl in Jos. Parading the suspects alongside 38 others for different crimes ranging from culpable homicide, armed robbery, among others, Commissioner of Police, CP Okoro Alawari, said the Command has succeeded in putting an end to the activities of some criminal minded individuals. Alawari said, “On the 9th October, 2023, we received information that one Peter Ashom, an 80 year old man, lured an eleven year old girl into his room and attempted to have carnal knowledge of her under the pretense of sending her on errands anytime she goes to sell groundnuts. “He threatened to kill her if she told anyone. “The case is still under investigation and will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation.”  READ ALSO: Police Arrest 63-Year-Old For Defiling 2 Minors In Plateau Community He added, “On 13th October, 2023, at about 09

The Police in Sapele have reportedly arrested a 26-year-old man identified as Destiny Ogheneovo, for allegedly murdering his girlfriend (Jennifer Aaron) in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State. Destiny was picked up few days ago at his residence in NDDC road area in Amukpe, Sapele by police detectives from Sapele Division after Jennifer Aaron’s relatives reported her missing. A relative of the deceased, Ugomu, said that Jennifer, who had a two-year-old child with Destiny, parted ways with him about four months ago after their relationship turned sour. According to him, last week Tuesday, Destiny appeared at Jennifer’s family home to take her away on his motorcycle. READ ALSO: Sierra Leone Police Arrest Man Wanted For Killing Girlfriend In Nigeria When Jennifer failed to return home that night, her worried relatives began searching for her but to no avail. “We looked for her everywhere but no one knew her whereabouts. It was later that night that someone reportedly overhe

Nigerian Rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck has described Nigeria as a “bad place.” The ‘Declan Rice’ crooner, who recently signed an international record deal with Def Jam UK, said he is only making waves in the global music market because he “made it out of the jungle.” READ ALSO: ‘Nigerians Don’t Respect Hip-Hop’ – ODUMODUBVLCK He said that most times when he states the obvious about Nigeria, people caution him not to demarket his country, but the truth is that Nigeria “is a bad place.” Speaking in the latest episode of London’s 90 podcasts, Odumodublvck said, “Nigeria is f*cked. I tell people, they say, ‘You know it’s your country; don’t speak about it like that.’ Nigeria is a bad place. The reason why me and Teezee are here is because we made it out of the jungle.” The post “Nigeria Is A Very Bad Place” – Odumodublvck Spills appeared first on Information Nigeria . from Information Nigeria https://ift.tt/on5eE2L via IFTTT

The Department of State Service (DSS) Wednesday evening freed Abdulrasheed Bawa, the former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). “DSS confirms release of former EFCC chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa, a few hours ago (today 25th October, 2023),” DSS said in a statement. Bawa reunited with his family amid celebration shortly after his release from DSS custody after 134 days in detention. READ ALSO: Bawa Allegedly Bundled To Private Facility After Being Uncooperative With DSS Investigators Recall that the former EFCC chairman was arrested by the DSS in mid-June following his suspension by President Bola Tinubu. Although DSS spokesman Peter Afunanya said Bawa arrived DSS office to honour an ‘invitation’, he was not allowed to leave until after four months. Afunanya said the ‘invitation’ by the Nigerian secret police relates to some investigative activities concerning Bawa’s tenure as EFCC chairman. The Presidency and the DSS did not disclose the outcome of i

Big Brother Naija reality show star Uriel Oputa has revealed that her recent romantic date with a younger colleague, Groovy, was staged. Recall that Uriel and Groovy recently sparked relationship rumours after they were caught kissing in a viral video. Netizens had berated Uriel, 34, for dating a younger man, Groovy, 29. READ ALSO: BBNaija All Stars: “I’m Not Convinced” – Uriel Opens Up On Venita, Adekunle’s Relationship But appearing in the latest episode of Pulse’s Inside Scoop with Groovy, Uriel said the kiss and entire relationship was a facade. She said: “These last couple of days have made me realise that I don’t want to act again. Nollywood actors, I salute you guys. It’s not easy at all. “We [Groovy and I] had a fantastic time at Lagos Cocktail Week. We were there with an amazing brand. And we were on an assignment, and we took on roles. We basically acted like we were into each other. We were flirting and everything. Everything you saw basically was an assignment.” G

The senator representing Borno South Senatorial District, Ali Ndume, has revealed that the chaos caused by the Boko Haram insurgency in the North East is lesser than the banditry, kidnapping, IPOB and cultism happening in other zones across the country. The lawmaker made this known on Wednesday, during an early motion on the need to upgrade the Maiduguri airport to an international airport by the Federal Government. READ MORE:  Ali Ndume Backs Akpabio’s Nomination, Kicks Against Bribery Ndume said that the North East zone should not be stigmatised over the insecurity of the past, stressing that Maiduguri is strategic for lifting passengers who embark on international flights. He said: “If we have an airport in Maiduguri, that will solve problems associated with passengers embarking on international flights without even going to Lagos. “The issue of Boko Haram has come and gone, and well, we thank God that these things are not happening elsewhere. I don’t want a situation where we

The Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo has vowed to sack all presidents of some markets unions and leadership of motor parks in five local government areas of the state if the activities of touts in those areas continue. The affected local government areas are Onitsha North, Onitsha South, Oyi , Ogbaru and Idemili North. The Governor disclosed this in Onitsha during the official launch of the Anambra Ant- Tout Squad on Monday, that his administration would not tolerate leaders who harbour and connive with touts to harass, intimidate and rip off innocent traders. This is coming following some reports of the increasing menace of touts and miscreants in the  markets. He regretted that touts were  intimidating and ripping off innocent traders who come to do business in the area . READ MORE:  We Can’t Afford To Be Intolerant People, Soludo Tells Igbos According to him, by the end of March next year when the tenure of the present market leaders would  end, they will not

The United States (U.S.) District Court of Columbia has declined a request to force the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to release information on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. An American, Aaron Greenspan had filed the emergency motion seeking to compel the Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys (EOUSA), the Department of State, FBI, IRS, Drug Enforcement Administration, and the CIA to immediately release the documents following the Nigerian Supreme Court’s hearing of appeals from the Peoples Democratic Party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s Peter Obi against Tinubu. Greenspan, the founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Think Computer Corporation, an Information Technology consulting service pleaded for a quick release of the documents because they needed to be presented at the Supreme Court. He told the court that the Supreme Court deliberately moved the hearing of the ap

Officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday, were allegedly detained by students of the Federal College of Forestry, Jericho, Ibadan. According to The Nation, an unidentified source claimed that the EFCC operatives were in the school to arrest suspected internet fraudsters. The operatives were said to have been locked in the hostel as the students mobilise to resist any operation. The lockup, it was gathered, made the EFCC call for Police backup to help secure the release of the operatives. The source said, “The information I gathered is that EFCC came to arrest a student at the Federal College of Forestry, Jericho, Ibadan. “The students detained the EFCC operatives and called on the Chief Security Officer of the school who later took the officials to a meeting in the school board room. “The students were all over the place which made the EFCC operatives call for Police back up into the school. Those (the police) were the ones shooting sporadicall

The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has condemned the comments made by controversial Islamic cleric, Sheik Ahmad Gumi, on the person of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Recall that Gumi, via his official Facebook page on Thursday, described Wike as “Satan” for receiving the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria in his office and planning to collaborate with Israel over security issues in Abuja. He also added that it was dangerous to entrust the country’s national security to Christians and Southerners. In a statement issued on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Ken Robinson, PANDEF described the comments made by Gumi as baseless, irresponsible and quite provocative. Robinson said Abuja is the capital of Nigeria and not a sectional capital as portrayed by Gumi and his cohorts, adding that the FCT was developed and continues to be developed with, mainly, the oil and gas resources of the Niger Delta region. The statement reads: “We consider the call f

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has reportedly escaped an assassination attempt on Sunday evening, while on his way to an official event in Abuja. It was gathered that the state Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, in a statement, disclosed that the attackers, who were spotted in military uniforms, ambushed the governor’s envoy and started shooting at his vehicle. He said the attack was foiled by the quick intervention of security agents, stressing that security officers at the national level would investigate the incident. The statement read: “The Kogi State Government wishes to inform the general public that there was an assassination attempt on the Governor of the state, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, CON, a few kilometres away from Abuja, on his way to an official engagement from Lokoja. The attack occurred at about 4 pm on Sunday, October 22, 2023. READ MORE:  APC Will Give No Chance For Opposition In Kogi – Gov Bello “The attackers, who were dressed

Three persons, including two females and one male, have been confirmed dead while one was injured in an auto crash which occurred in the Itu local government area of Akwa Ibom State. The accident which occurred along Itu-Uyo road at about 5. am Saturday, involved a Mack Truck with registration number KMM412XA and a Tricycle with registration number ETN815WR. A statement by the Akwa Ibom State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps said its operatives have moved the injured to the hospital for prompt medical attention while the bodies of the deceased have been deposited in a morgue. READ ALSO: 2 Die, 3 Injured In Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Accident The statement which was signed by the Public Enlightenment Officer of the command, Paul James, blamed the cause of the accident on speeding on the part of the Tricyclist and inadequate lighting systems from both vehicles to enable clear visibility. The statement read, “A fatal crash occurred today, Saturday 21st October, 2023 along Itu

The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, Wale Abass, has ordered the withdrawal of the defilement case of a four-year-old pupil by a 46-year-old man from court for proper investigation. Speaking on behalf of the commissioner, the spokesman, DSP Bright Edafe disclosed this while parading the suspect on Saturday in Asaba. He said, “The Command is aware of a viral publication posted on various social media handles on the alleged defilement of a four-year- old child (Name withheld) by one Innocent Ezeukwu 46, the proprietor of the Great Leader International school where the child is schooling. READ ALSO: Gateman Bags Life Imprisonment For Defiling His Employer’s Children Aged 10 And 8 In Lagos “On October 5, 2023, one Mrs. Joy Chukwudi reported that while she was bathing her four-year-old daughter, she discovered a blood stain in the private part of her daughter. “Upon questioning, her daughter kept stating that “her uncle used school scissors to cut her private part”. “The

The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has dismissed reports alleging the abandonment of their member, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, who is currently battling ‘strange and dangerous’ illness. Recall that a video of the ailing actor celebrating his 63rd birthday in an undisclosed hospital has surfaced on social media. In reaction to the post, netizens claimed the guild had abandoned the comic actor, leaving him with no other option than to solicit funds from the public. READ ALSO: Reno Omokri Taunts Peter Obi Over Mr Ibu’s Sickness As He Rallies Support But in a statement made by its director of communications, Kate Henshaw, on Friday, the guild stated that it has never abandoned any of its members in their time of need and provisions have been made for his welfare. The statement reads in part, “The guild has never abandoned any of its members in need, especially with health intervention, we have been at the forefront of providing necessary support even before his health con

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday approved the partial waiver of the “No Work, No Pay” order that was instituted against striking members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Recall that the order was instituted following the commencement of the Union’s eight-month industrial action which began on February 14, 2022 and was terminated on October 17, 2022. Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, announced this in a statement titled ‘President Tinubu Approves Partial Waiver of the ‘No Work No Pay’ Order on ASUU Members, Orders Release of Four Months of Withheld Salary.’ According to him, Tinubu invoked the Principle of the Presidential Prerogative of Mercy. READ ALSO: “Cost Of Music Video Now N30m” – Comedian Basketmouth Laments The President, he said, granted the waiver with a mandatory requirement that the Federal Ministry of Education and the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment must secure a Document of Understanding (DoU)

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved N35,000 wage award for civil servants to cushion the effects of fuel subsidy removal. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, Ekpo U. O. Nta disclosed this in memo dated 19th October. It added that all Federal Civil Servants are beneficiaries of the wage award, which is to take effect from September 1, 2023. The memo was addressed to the Chief of Staff to the President, Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Ministers and Ministers of State, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Chairmen, Federal Commissions, Federal Permanent Secretaries, Clerk of the National Assembly, Secretary, National Judicial Council, and Secretary, Federal Judicial Service Commission. READ ALSO: Prepare Yourselves For Tough Decisions – Wike Tells Abuja Residents Others copied in the memo are Director-Generals and Chief Executives of Parastatals, Agencies and

The Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has threatened to shut down illegal motor parks operating in Abuja over rising ‘one-chance’ robbery in the city. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that robbery and kidnapping in FCT have been reported for weeks and there are claims that criminals pretend as commercial vehicle operators to attack and rob victims. While addressing pressmen in his office in Abuja on Thursday, Wike said that the FCT Administration is working really hard to curb robbery and kidnapping in the city. Wike disclosed that a joint task force on cross-border crimes was set up last week to tackle the security menace called ‘one-chance’ robbery and guarantee the safety of lives and properties of residents. He said: “We’re getting a lot of reports about kidnappings here, about one-chance there. “In most cases we don’t even let the public to know what has been done. I can tell you the security agencies have done quite a lot. If not, by now, the FCT would have