Day: December 22, 2024

Nigeria Police Demand Public Apology from Amnesty International Over Allegations of Protester Killings

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The Nigeria Police Force has called on Amnesty International to publicly retract and apologize for allegations that the police killed 24 protesters during the #EndBadGovernance protests in August 2024. An investigation ordered by Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun found that deaths reported in Borno, Niger, Jigawa, Kano, Katsina, and Kaduna states were not linked to police actions. According to the findings, as presented by Force Public Relations Officer ACP Muyiwa Adejobi. The fatalities were attributed to incidents involving improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by terrorists, clashes with looters, and…

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Nigeria Police Force Hosts 2024 Christmas Carol with Senate President Akpabio and Pastor Adeboye

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The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) held its Christmas Carol of Nine Lessons on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja. Themed “Emmanuel”, inspired by Isaiah 7:14 and Matthew 1:23, the event celebrated the birth of Christ with joy, unity, and spiritual upliftment. Dignitaries and Inspiring Highlights The event was graced by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who served as the Guest of Honour. He was warmly received by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, alongside other dignitaries, including the Secretary to the Government of the…

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CISLAC Decries Worsening Hunger Crisis in Nigeria Following Series of Stampedes

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The Executive Director of the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), Comrade Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, has condemned the alarming state of hunger and desperation in Nigeria, emphasizing the devastating impact of poor governance and an inadequate response to rising poverty levels. Reacting to the tragic stampedes that claimed dozens of lives across the country during food distribution events, Rafsanjani described the incidents as heartbreaking reflections of the severe hardship Nigerians are enduring. “This is a clear indication that Nigerians are facing very difficult times under this administration,” he said. “Unfortunately,…

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ONLY THE BEST OF THE BEST SHOULD DEFEND OUR NATION – CAS AT BMTC 44 PASSING OUT PARADE

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The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has reaffirmed that the sacred duty of defending Nigeria’s sovereignty is entrusted only to individuals who demonstrate exceptional traits and abilities. He made this assertion today, 21 December 2024, while serving as the Guest of Honour and Reviewing Officer at the Passing Out Parade for Basic Military Training Course 44/2023, held at the Military Training Center (MTC), Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base in Kaduna. Speaking further, Air Marshal Abubakar commended the recruits for their perseverance and dedication, emphasising the…

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IGP Orders Investigation Into Fatal Stampedes at Food Distribution Events in Abuja and Anambra

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The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed a thorough investigation into the tragic stampedes that occurred during food distribution events in Abuja and Anambra State, resulting in multiple casualties. At least 10 people lost their lives and many others sustained injuries at a food distribution drive organized for vulnerable and elderly individuals at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja. Similarly, in Okija, Anambra State, three people were confirmed dead, and several others were injured during a philanthropic event. Negligence Declared Criminal Speaking at a press…

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