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Alleged forgery: Presidency under pressure to probe Interior Minister’s NYSC certificate saga

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The Presidency has confirmed receipt of a formal petition calling for the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, to step aside pending a thorough investigation into allegations concerning his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate, reportedly issued in 2023.

According to reports, the petition was submitted on Tuesday by a coalition of civil society organizations and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu through the Chief of Staff. A copy of the petition was also forwarded to the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB).

The coalition described the case as “a constitutional and ethical matter that strikes at the very heart of integrity, justice, and public accountability,” insisting that no government official should be shielded from scrutiny.

According to the petition, Tunji-Ojo was first mobilised for the NYSC scheme in 2006 at the age of 24 but allegedly absconded from service.

The NYSC, the petitioners claimed, officially confirmed that the minister did not complete his one-year mandatory service.

Thirteen years later, in 2019, Tunji-Ojo was said to have been re-mobilised to complete his service year.

However, during that same period, he was serving as a member of the House of Representatives, representing Akoko North-East/North-West Federal Constituency of Ondo State — a dual role that, according to the coalition, violated constitutional provisions prohibiting public officers from holding two remunerated positions simultaneously.

Despite reportedly completing the service in 2020, no discharge certificate was issued at the time.

The groups alleged that a new certificate mysteriously surfaced in 2023, signed by an NYSC Director-General who was not in office during the purported service year.

The NYSC’s explanation — that Tunji-Ojo’s name was “omitted during printing” — was dismissed by the petitioners as “suspicious, irregular, and inconsistent with established NYSC administrative procedures.”

The coalition cited several laws that may have been breached, including: Sections 2 and 13 of the NYSC Act, which criminalize absconding from service or using forged NYSC certificates; Paragraph 2, Part I of the Fifth Schedule to the 1999 Constitution, which prohibits public officers from receiving salaries from more than one public office; and Sections 19 and 25 of the ICPC Act, which prescribe up to seven years’ imprisonment for any public officer who receives double remuneration or acts corruptly.

They argued that if Tunji-Ojo indeed participated in the NYSC programme while serving as a federal lawmaker, it would constitute “an abuse of office, conflict of interest, and violation of the Code of Conduct for Public Officers.”

The petitioners also accused the Tinubu administration of selective justice, referencing the resignation of a minister from the South-East over certificate irregularities.

“Just as a minister from the eastern part of Nigeria was asked to resign pending investigation over certificate irregularities, the same standard of accountability must apply to Minister Bunmi Tunji-Ojo,” the coalition wrote. “Justice must not wear ethnic or political colours.”

The coalition outlined four major demands: That Hon. Bunmi Tunji-Ojo step down immediately to allow for an independent investigation; That the Presidency direct the NYSC, ICPC, and Code of Conduct Bureau to investigate the authenticity of the 2023 certificate; That the National Assembly open an inquiry into possible double remuneration between 2019 and 2020; That the issue be treated as a matter of national integrity, not political affiliation.

The coalition urged President Tinubu to act “decisively for history, for justice, and for Nigeria.”

“This is not merely about Bunmi Tunji-Ojo — it is about whether the rule of law still governs our democracy,” the petition stated.

“If selective justice is allowed to stand, it will erode public confidence in government institutions and deepen cynicism.”

Osimhen makes 10-man shortlist for 2025 CAF Men’s Player of the Year Award

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Super Eagles star striker, Victor Osimhen, has once again earned recognition on the continental stage after being shortlisted for the 2025 CAF Men’s Player of the Year Award.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) unveiled the 10-man shortlist on Wednesday, featuring some of Africa’s most outstanding football talents who have made remarkable contributions for both club and country over the past year.

Alongside Osimhen, the list includes Mohamed Salah of Egypt; Achraf Hakimi and Oussama Lamlioui of Morocco; Seydou Guirassy of Guinea; Fiston Mayele of Congo; Frank Anguissa of Cameroon; Denis Bouanga of Gabon; and Senegalese stars Ilimane Ndiaye and Pape Sarr.

Osimhen, who won the prestigious award in 2023, enjoyed another impressive season, leading Galatasaray to the Turkish Super Lig title with 26 league goals. His remarkable form earned him a record €75 million permanent transfer from Napoli to the Turkish champions.

In other categories, Nigeria’s Stanley Nwabali has been nominated for the Goalkeeper of the Year award, where he will face competition from Yassine Bounou, Ronwen Williams, and Andre Onana.

Also on the honours list is Daniel Bameyi, captain of Nigeria’s Flying Eagles, who is among the contenders for the Men’s Young Player of the Year award.

CAF is expected to announce the winners at its annual awards ceremony later in the year.

PSC To Look Into Allegations Of Bribery Against AIG Aina

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By Ebinum Samuel

 

The Police Service Commission, according to a press statement signed by its spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani, says it will look into the bribery allegations against AIG Emmanuel Aina by a group of protesters who stormed it’s Corporate Headquarters in Jabi Abuja.

The protesters carrying placards and operating under the umbrella body of centre for Human Rights and Advocacy in Africa Network (CHRAAN) demanded a probe of the AIG whom they accused of abuse of Office.

The Commission wishes to state that it will look into the complaints and ensure that justice is served to both parties. The Commission insists that it will continue to hold the Police accountable for its actions and inactions but enjoins Nigerians to also give the Police the required support and Cooperation to give off its best.

He said the Commission has since launched a whistle blowing Policy and called on Nigerians to feel free to blow the whistle on official corruption in its activities and on the institutions it has oversight control.

Anambra: Showing the way forward as Nigeria’s golden opportunity for heritage tourism

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According to Mr Don Onyenji, the honorable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture in Anambra state.heritage has become a powerful driver in the global tourism economy. From Kyoto in Japan, where centuries-old temples and geisha traditions continue to draw millions annually, to Fez in Morocco with its ancient medina, musical heritage and craftsmanship, destinations are leveraging their culture and investing in their historic sites and cultural resources as a competitive tool to attract visitors.

 

 

Heritage tourism accounts for nearly 40 per cent of all international tourism, according to the United Nations Tourism (UN Tourism). A market analysis report by Grandview Research shared that the global heritage tourism market was valued at approximately US$605 billion in 2024, and is projected to grow by 4.5 per cent annually from 2025 to 2030.

 

 

What exactly is this new sense of appreciation for heritage tourism, one might ask? It stands to reason that in the evolution of the tourism industry, people start to ask for more from their destination. Beyond a nice hotel or resort, there is a timeless quest for meaning, identity and connection. “Travel far enough, you meet yourself,” the popular Hemingway quote says. Even as travelling helps us to connect more with others, it also contributes to helping us understand more about ourselves, as we begin to understand our perspective through the lens of seeing how others have navigated similar challenges and experiences. Travel provides a sense of wisdom that can only be gained through exploration.

 

 

Global tourism trends point to the tourist of the future seeking more meaningful experiences that are designed for reflection, interaction and provide a chance to connect with the local community. Well-established tourist destinations are investing heavily in heritage tourism, as a contributor to authentic experiences. This is particularly challenging for the more established destinations who have to reinvent themselves, and in some cases, like in Italy and Spain, have had to grapple with issues of overtourism and the commoditization of experiences.

 

 

Closer to home, Ghana’s “Year of Return” campaign in 2019, attracted over one million visitors and generated US$1.9 billion in tourism revenue. Across the West Africa region, there are comparable cultural resources that can be developed to boost the tourism economy. In Nigeria, our tourism potential remains underharnessed, and this presents an opportunity to take advantage of the global trend towards heritage tourism, which could not have come at a more opportune time. Our natural and cultural heritage remain our unique value proposition, providing experiences that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. We simply need to make these experiences visitor-ready, and with coordinated delivery and strong branding, we can be positioned within the US$605 billion global heritage tourism market.

 

 

Home to over 370 ethnic groups, Nigeria is one of the most ethnically diverse nations in the world , each community carrying its own language, history, cuisine, customs, and cultural identity. From the ancient Benin Kingdom and Nok Civilization to the Arochukwu Long Juju Slave Route and the Ifá Corpus of the Yoruba, our heritage wealth is vast and distinctive. For now, Nigeria remains underrepresented on the global map of thriving heritage destinations, but not for long.

 

 

Anambra State is leveraging its rich cultural assets to drive sustainable tourism development. Known for its deep Igbo heritage, entrepreneurial spirit, and forward-looking development agenda, the state is positioning culture as a key pillar of its economic growth. Sites such as the Ogbunike Caves, Owerre-Ezukala Caves, and Agulu Lake, among others, have been shortlisted for development and investment as anchor projects for heritage tourism development.

 

 

The Anambra State Government is developing its Heritage Tourism Development Masterplan, working with Red Clay, a tourism advisory practice, to transform its cultural and natural heritage into meaningful experiences for residents and visitors alike. The goal is to enhance Anambra’s tourism offerings through immersive experiences that balance innovation with respect for tradition, as a way This initiative is setting a new benchmark for heritage-driven economic development in Nigeria.

 

 

Heritage is uniquely place-based. It cannot be outsourced or replicated. It supports local artisans, historians, storytellers, musicians, local transport, fashion, food, tour guides, etc., building an entire ecosystem around community-based economic growth. The potential impact on employment and rural revitalization of this interconnected tourism ecosystem, at a conservative estimate will lead to the creation of about 5,000 direct jobs annually with a multiplier effect of up to tenfold in indirect employment that will emerge from tourism development of the shortlisted sites.

 

 

In Anambra State, the vision of the governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, is to transform the state into a thriving mega city , a place to live, work, and play. A key part of this vision is positioning Anambra as a leading destination for tourism in Nigeria. The Governor has already completed and commissioned Solution Fun City, the largest fun centre in Nigeria, which is now operational. Building on this momentum, the State is preparing to launch its Heritage Tourism Masterplan as a living document to guide the sustainable development of heritage tourism and unlock the wider tourism economy. This initiative will establish Anambra as Nigeria’s preferred destination for heritage tourism, attract investment in essential infrastructure (including roads, signage, visitor information centres, and accommodation), and empower local communities, traditional leaders, custodians, and artisans as key partners in its implementation. Through heritage tourism, we aim to create interconnected tourism circuits linking sites across the state and the wider region, enhancing domestic and regional tourism.

 

 

As we continue to play our part in developing tourism in Nigeria, we are equally committed to helping reposition the country as a leading heritage tourism destination. Our stories, history, festivals, and traditions already hold immense value, they simply need to be organized, developed, and presented with the strategic intent they deserve.

 

 

Heritage tourism is a powerful development tool, for economic and social transformation and Anambra State is positioned to harness this a new frontier of growth, to create jobs and enhance the well-being of Anambrarians.

 

 

Mr Don Onyenji is the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture in Anambra State.

NIPSS: DIG Oyebade Calls for Emotionally Intelligent Leadership in Nigeria’s Security Sector

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  • Ex–Police Chief Delivers Strategic Lecture on Negotiation, Conflict Management, and Command Responsibility

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Retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police and Directing Staff at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), DIG Adeleye Oyebade, mni, has urged Nigerian security agencies to elevate their approach to leadership by integrating negotiation, conflict management, and emotional intelligence into command strategy.

Delivering a thought-provoking lecture at the Strategy Course for Command Responsibility, Cyber-Security, and Intelligence Management (SCCR 14), Oyebade emphasized that the future of Nigeria’s security architecture depends not only on tactical capability but on leaders who can “think, communicate, and influence as effectively as they can command and control.”

The session was convened at the invitation of the Acting Director of Studies, Barr. N. Salan Mann, mni, as part of NIPSS’ advanced capacity development programme for mid- and senior-level security and intelligence officers.

Oyebade argued that contemporary security challenges, ranging from insurgency and banditry to cybercrime and communal unrest, are rooted in human relationships and grievances rather than brute force.

Retired DIG Leye Oyebade (middle, front row) with participants at the Strategy Course for Command Responsibility, Cyber-Security, and Intelligence Management (SCCR 14), at NIPSS, Kuru, Plateau State.

“Force may silence the gunfire temporarily,” he said, “but dialogue, understanding, and trust sustain peace.”

He explained that effective officers must be skilled negotiators capable of engaging community leaders, local politicians, and even non-state armed actors under pressure, with the goal of preventing escalation while maintaining institutional legitimacy.

Drawing from inter-agency experiences across the armed forces, police, and intelligence services, Oyebade described conflict management as “a critical command responsibility that determines operational success, force protection, and public confidence.”

He cited real-world examples, such as clashes between military and police units in Taraba State and coordination issues in multi-agency operations, to underscore the need for clear command structures, early communication, and institutional respect among security bodies.

“Recognizing mandates, demonstrating professionalism, and applying empathy,” he said, “can turn potential clashes into cooperation.”

Referencing Daniel Goleman’s model of Emotional Intelligence, Oyebade highlighted self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management as essential competencies for modern command.

He noted that emotionally intelligent officers can de-escalate tense encounters, interpret unspoken motivations, and maintain composure in crises.

“An officer who can not manage his emotions can not manage a team,” he said.

In the cyber and intelligence domains, he added that emotional intelligence enables collaboration across agencies such as the DSS, NITDA, and ONSA, especially when managing sensitive data and jurisdictional overlaps.

Oyebade called for the institutionalization of emotional intelligence and conflict management training across all security agencies, supported by counselling, stress management, and reflective leadership programmes.

He concluded that negotiation, empathy, and self-discipline are now as vital to Nigeria’s national security as operational strategy or weaponry.

“The leaders Nigeria needs today are those who can fight and plan, but also negotiate wisely, manage conflict constructively, and lead with emotional maturity,” he said.

The key recommendations by the retired DIG are:

  1. Incorporate emotional intelligence into all command and staff courses.
  2. Establish conflict resolution frameworks across security agencies.
  3. Institutionalize psychological and stress-management support for officers.
  4. Promote reflective and adaptive leadership at all operational levels.
  5. Strengthen inter-agency communication for coordinated national response.
 

Defence Headquarters Dismisses Rumoured Coup Plot Against Tinubu as ‘Nonsense’

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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has debunked claims by an online publication alleging that the cancellation of activities for Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary was linked to an attempted military coup.

In a statement issued by the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the military described the report as false, malicious, and deliberately crafted to create fear and distrust among Nigerians.

According to General Gusau, the referenced publication also misinterpreted a previous DHQ statement concerning the arrest of 16 officers currently under investigation for professional misconduct. He clarified that the investigation was a routine internal process aimed at maintaining discipline and professionalism within the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN).

Read Also: President Tinubu Commends Olukoyede Over Impressive Asset Recovery, Conviction Records

“The decision to cancel the 65th Independence Anniversary parade,” he explained, “was made to enable President Bola Ahmed Tinubu attend a strategic bilateral meeting abroad, and to allow military formations sustain focus on ongoing counterterrorism, anti-insurgency, and anti-banditry operations.”

The Defence Headquarters reaffirmed its loyalty to the Constitution and to President Tinubu, emphasizing that the Armed Forces remain committed to protecting democracy and national unity.

“The public is advised to disregard the baseless claims spread by mischief makers,” the statement read. “The AFN remains steadfast in its constitutional duty to defend the nation and support the democratic institutions of government.”

President Tinubu Commends Olukoyede Over Impressive Asset Recovery, Conviction Records

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has hailed the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, for steering the agency to record-breaking successes in asset recovery and convictions since assuming office.

The President gave the commendation during the opening ceremony of the 7th EFCC–NJI Capacity Building Workshop for Justices and Judges, held on Monday at the National Judicial Institute, Abuja. The workshop’s theme was “Enhancing Justice in the Fight Against Economic and Financial Crimes.” Vice President Kashim Shettima represented President Tinubu at the event.

Tinubu noted that his administration’s reforms to empower anti-corruption agencies have yielded impressive results, with the EFCC securing over 7,000 convictions and recovering more than ₦500 billion within two years. He said the recovered funds are being redirected to finance social intervention programmes such as the Students Loan Scheme and Consumer Credit initiatives.

Calling for a stronger judiciary role in the anti-graft battle, Tinubu emphasized that transparency, accountability, and swift justice are key to defeating corruption. “A corruption-free Nigeria is possible if we all commit to doing what is right,” he stated.

In his address, EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede lamented the prolonged court processes that stall corruption trials, particularly those involving politically exposed persons. He described such delays as a major obstacle to justice and urged the judiciary to help accelerate proceedings to restore public confidence.

Read Also: Protesters Storm PSC, Demands Probe Of Bribery Allegation Against AIG Aina, Asabe Waziri

Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, lauded the EFCC–NJI collaboration, stressing that the judiciary must remain firm, fair, and adaptive to modern financial systems. She warned that economic crimes not only drain public resources but also widen inequality and hinder development.

Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), added that for the anti-corruption crusade to succeed, justice must be both swift and certain. He called for stronger synergy between investigators, prosecutors, and judges to strengthen the rule of law.

The event also featured goodwill messages from Senate President Godswill Akpabio (represented by Senator Munguno), Senator Udende Emmanuel, and Hon. Ginger Onwusibe, among others.

Protesters Storm PSC, Demands Probe Of Bribery Allegation Against AIG Aina, Asabe Waziri

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The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, PSC, retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Hashimu Argungu
has been asked to probe allegation of bribery against Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG, Emmanuel Aina.

In a petition to the PSC chairman by a group of protesters under the umbrella body of Centre for Human Rightss and Advocacy in Africa Network (CHRAAN), the group accused AIG Aina of abuse of office.

According to the group, the AIG, acting on behalf of one Asabe Waziri, a staff of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, is using his office to harass and intimidate innocent Nigerians.

They called on the PSC Chairmam to look into the activities of the AIG, particularly, his ha doing if the case involving Asabe Waziri and Victor Giwa amd Abeh Signatures.

In a, petition to the commission dated October 22 and signed by Fabian Opialu, the group said, “We wish to bring the attention of the Chairman of the Commission to the activities of AIG Aina Emmanuci, the new director legal, Nigeria Police force, Abuja.

“Sir, AIG Aina Emmanuel, has an history of abuse of office, intimidation of citizens and corrupt practices. Sometimes in 2024, One Asabe Waziri, a staff of NNPC, who was evicted by FCF High Court judgement, from two blocks of flats in a property in Maitama, Abuja was forcefully brought back to the flats at Gun point by AIG Aina Emmnauel using some officers like CSP Francis (FCID) .

“AIG Aina Emmanuel, inspite of his knowledge of a Court Order restraining the said Asabe Waziri from trespassing into the property and flats and Motion for stay of execution filled in respect of a Court of Appeal’s judgment against Asabe Waziri, in the Supreme Court.

“It’s our complaint that after AIG Aina haa received graft from Asabe Waziri, he vowed to return Asabe Waziri into the flats using intimidation of the counsel to the property owner, Giwa Victor Esq, a human right lawyer, whom he arrested and detained twice between June and July. 2024, in order to unlawfully gain access to the property at No. 1, Mekong close, Maitama, Abuja.

“Asabe Wazri and Abeh Signature Apartment, the owner of the property had dispute, which resulted to court action, that finally led to the property owner obtaining Judgement in its favour against Asabe Waziri. The judgement was finally enforced against Asabe Waziri and she was vacated from the property.

“Asabe appealed against the judgement to the court of appeal, her appeal succeeded in March 2024 and the property owner appealed against her judgment to the Supreme Court. A motion for stay of execution and Notice of Appeal to the Supreme Court was filled, all against Asabe’s Court of Appeal Judgement.

“Shockingly, AIG Aina knowing that this was a matter that was still subsisting in court, still went ahead to break into the flats forcefully and brought in Asabe Waziri into the flats. According to the AIG, he wanted Asabe to be in the property while the case 1s going on in the Supreme Court.

“Additionally, AIG Aina, illegally detained one Godwin Okey in lieu of Victor Giwa Esq in 2024 in his desperate move to take possession of the flats for Asabe Waziri.

“AIG Aina is now the errand officer of Asabe Waziri, through which Asabe now subvert the course of justice, through bribery of police officers and other officers in office of the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) who Asabe has use to file three different charges against the directors of Abeh Signature as tools of intimidating the directors from pursuing their cases against Asabe Waziri.

“AIG Aina is now in the hunt for Giwa Victor for having the courage to challenge their illegal and ignoble action.

“Recently, AIG Aina , who claimed to be executing a warrant of arrest against Giwa Victor ordered his arrest in Lagos on the 19th September, 2025. After the lawyer’s arrest the AIG refused to comply with the relevant sections of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015, which requires that the arrested person be taken to court within Lagus; instead, AIG Aina otdered Giwa’s detention for over 10 days and refused taking him to Court.

“Asabe Waziri is now using AIG Aina and retired AIG Ekeinde Oyakhire to persecute the Lawyer. The activities of AIG Aina are totally unlawful, illegal, corrupt and a breach of the police Act and other relevant laws.

“We are praying for the following: Probe AIG Aina’s roles in breaking into the flats in Abey Signature Apartment and granting possession to Asabe while matter was pending in Supreme Court.

“AIG Aina’s ignoble role in the detention of Victor Giwa Esq from 19th September, to 29th September 2023 without taking him to court after his arrest.

“The AIG’s receipt of bribes in dollars from Asabe to carry out this infamous act.”

Police Chief Deployed To Lagos Mile 12 Market Assumed Office

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A shrewd police chief has been deployed to the popular Mile 12 market in Lagos in an attempt to reinvigorate the market security architecture .
The officer is DSP Endurance Ovwhigo. She is the new head of the Police Post, an Outstation under Ketu Police Divisional Headquarters.
The police chief will bring her wealth of experience to bare in addressing intelligence failure
within the market . She is also expected to find panacea to incessant ethnic clashes and rivalry at the market.
Ovwhigo, as an officer noted for hardwork and resilience, is expected to uphold high moral standards at the Police Post.

Read Also: Four-man Anambra phone-snatching gang nabbed, exhibits recovered

Over the years, she has served as Personal Assistant (P.A) to top cops in the Force, most recent is, as the P.A to the Edo State Commissioner of Police. After a brief stint in Edo state, she was redeployed to X-Squad department of Force Criminal Investigation Department ( FCID), Alagbon Close, Ikoyi, Lagos.
She has also served at Zone 2 Command in Lagos, State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Yaba, Sango-Ota Police Area Command and Victoria Island Police Station

Four-man Anambra phone-snatching gang nabbed, exhibits recovered

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The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a four-man tricycle and phone robbery gang operating in the Awka and Ifite areas of the state and specialising in robbing unsuspecting members of the public.

 

The spokesman for the state command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, in a press statement on Tuesday, said the police operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad carried out the arrest in the early hours of Monday.

 

Ikenga said exhibits recovered from the gang include nine brands of phones, including the victim’s iPhone, one laptop, two tricycles with registration numbers LSD 464 QP and BLF 552 VH, four different tricycle plate numbers and a substance suspected to be a hard drug.

The statement read, “Anambra State Police Operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad Awkuzu, in the early hours of August 25, 2025, while on night patrol along the Agu Awka/Ifite Awka axis, intercepted a tricycle and arrested a four-man criminal syndicate specialising in robbing unsuspecting residents, particularly students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, of their phones and other valuables.

 

“The suspects include: Nnaji Chidera ‘m’ 19 years; Chijioke Mmaduabuchi ‘m’ 21 years; Wisdom Ogbonna ‘m’ 19 years, and Afamefuna Egbe ‘m’ 20 years. Exhibits recovered are nine brands of phones, including the victim’s iPhone, one laptop, two tricycles with registration numbers LSD 464 QP and BLF 552 VH, four different tricycle plate numbers and a substance suspected to be a hard drug.

 

“The operatives, upon interrogation of the suspects, confessed to being part of a criminal syndicate that specialises in robbing students within the Awka axis.

 

“They further revealed that the multiple tricycle plate numbers found with them were usually used to disguise their operational vehicles whenever they embarked on armed robbery.”

According to him, the Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu, while commending the operatives for their swift response and urging youths to desist from crime, warned that the Command will not relent in ensuring that criminals face the full weight of the law.