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PSC Chairman, Argungu Calls For Justice For Victims Of Crimes… says criminal justice system administration should be reviewed so that victims are no longer treated as mere witness

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By Ebinum Samuel

The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, has called for a review/ammendment of the criminal justice system administration in Nigeria so that victims of crime are no longer treated as mere witnesses when they are injured.He appealed for an urgent need for rebalancing of the justice rights for victims of crime insisting that “justice be rebalanced to ensure that victims of crime are treated with dignity, compassion and justice”.Ikechukwuu Ani, the Commission image maker disclosed that Argungu spoke today at the Review and Validation Workshop on the Draft Toolkit for Enhancing the Capacity of Police Oversight Bodies organized by the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) held in Abuja.

The PSC Chairman noted that today, victims suffer pain, shock, humiliation, loss of control and powerlessness at the hands of their offenders adding that ” if victims are injured and the offenders cannot pay reparation, it should be their right to be afforded compensations from the state/Federal government.”

it should be their right to participate in the criminal court process with legal representation to protect their safety”.DIG Argungu also told his audience that in tackling human rights violations, the Commission “is going to pay much attention to complaints pertaining to human rights violations and in the area of abuse of law enforcement powers, particularly those of arrest, detention, interrogation as well as general treatment of suspects.”

He declared that the jurisdiction of the Police “in the area of public wrongs not private wrongs will be upheld” adding that civil matters and tortuous liabilities belong in the court. “Issues of land matters, rent matters, marital, contractual agreements issues are purely civil matters and the complainants should be advised to go for civil suits” he advised.

AIG Zone 5, Arungwa Nwazue, Decorates Newly Promoted Officers…. urges beneficiaries to be equal to higher task and responsibilities

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By Ebinum Samuel

The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 5 comprising Delta and Edo State Police Commands, AIG. Arungwa Nwazue, today, at the IGP Mohammed Abubakar Adamu Conference hall, decorated newly promoted senior officers with their new ranks amidst cheers from their families, friends and colleagues.

The promotion included the elevation of two Assistant Commissioners of Police to the substantive rank of Deputy Commissioners of Police, one Chief Superintendent of Police to the substantive rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police, four Superintendents Of Police to the substantive rank of Chief Superintendents of Police. Also among the officers decorated by the AIG is the Zonal Police Public Relations Officer, Tijani Momoh, promoted from the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police to the substantive rank of Superintendent of Police.

The decoration is a follow-up to the recent promotion approved by the Police Service Commission on the recommendation of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM.The newly decorated officers from the rank of Assistant Commissioners of Police to Deputy Commissioners of Police include DCP. Habila Daniel, former Area Commander, Oba Market Area Command, and DCP. Nandiyak Tissing, former Area Commander Ekpoma Area Command.According to SP Tijani Momoh, zone spokesman, AIG Nwazue, while congratulating the newly promoted officers, reminded them that since promotion comes with greater tasks and responsibilities, they should be diligent and equal to the tasks ahead. Additionally, the AIG charged the promotees to mentor the junior officers coming after them in the service of our Fatherland.

Responding on behalf of others, DCP Habila Daniel appreciated God Almighty for the promotion, he said the officers will tighten their belt for higher responsibilities and will continue to work assiduously in the fight against crime and criminality in Nigeria.

Flood disaster: Marwa in Maiduguri, facilitates donation of N120million worth fertilizer to Borno govt

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By Ebinum Samuel

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) has paid a condolence visit to the governor of Borno state, Prof. Babagana Zulum and the Shehu of Borno, His Highness Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanem over the recent flood disaster that claimed lives, displaced hundreds of thousands of residents and damaged several properties in Maiduguri and its environ. Speaking during his visit to Governor Zulum and the Shehu of Borno on Tuesday 17th September 2024, Marwa said as a concerned Nigerian and former Military Governor of the old Borno state, he is moved by the magnitude of the flood disaster on the lives, livelihood and properties of the people as well as the environment.

As a result, the NDLEA boss said he has contacted a fertilizer company he knows for support and they have donated high yield fertilizers equivalent of ten trailer loads worth N120 million to the state government for eventual distribution to affected farmers to aid their quick return to the farm and prevent famine in the months ahead. According to him, “from my knowledge of Borno state as a former military governor here, I can appreciate the enormity of the devastation of this flood on the lives of the people of Maiduguri, their livelihood, their homes and even the environment.

With figures coming out on the number of deaths, displaced persons, properties damaged and land areas affected, this may probably be the worst natural disaster that has ever hit a single city in the history of Nigeria. “This is why I have to come down here to commiserate with the governor, the state government, our royal father the Shehu of Borno and the entire people of the state. The situation on ground demands well-meaning Nigerians to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima and the state government to ameliorate the impact of this disaster on the people. “I know the state government has been doing a lot and will be considering short term, medium term and long term measures at ameliorating the impact of the disaster on the people; the short term being immediate needs like food, water, medicines, cash gifts and temporary shelter, while the medium term would be interventions intended to return people’s lives to normalcy like getting them back to the farms which have been devastated by the flood.

In this regard, we have been able to facilitate the donation of high yield fertilizers equivalent of 10 trailer loads worth N120 million by a fertilizer company well known to me to the state government for eventual distribution to farmers who will need to return to their farms to avoid famine in the months ahead.” Governor Zulum and the Shehu expressed appreciation to Marwa for finding time to identify with the people of the state and his kind gesture to the affected people.

Police Chief Rejected In Osun State, Assume Office As FCT Police Boss

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By Ebinum Samuel

The Commissioner of police appointed by the Police Service Commission, PSC , to head the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, today, has assumed office at the command headquarters in Abuja.
The police chief, Peter Ukachi Opara, is a lawyer and seasoned administrator, who with nine others were posted to various states commands in January this year by PSC.


Opara who was number one on the list was deployed to Osun state by the Commission. However, he could not assume office as some politicians opposed to Governor Ademola Jackson Adeleke, were reported to have petitioned the presidency over an “ibo man as CP in Osun”. It was learnt that the petitioners alleged that bringing an ibo man to Osun state where the governor’s mum and wife, Ngozi, are ibos, such CP would compromise his position.


The authority at the force headquarters , for peace to reign, had to moved Opara to force headquarters as Deputy Force Secretary.
A versatile police chief from Imo state, Opara has served as Personal Assistant to a former Lagos state commissioner of police . Also in the same capacity to a Deputy Inspector-general of Police,DIG, Inspector-general of Police, IGP, and a Chairman of PSC.
His appointment for FCT, assumption of office has confirmed the Biblical saying that, “The stone rejected by the builder, same stone has become the head of the cornerstone”.

Gov Adeleke Greets Otunba Omisore On His Birthday

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Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated a former deputy Governor in the state, Otunba Iyiola Ajani Omisore, on the occasion of his birthday, eulogizing him as a politician with difference and purpose.

Governor notes with relish the chord that Otunba Omisore strike with the people through the daring interest in their welfare despite the personal cost, describing the former Senator as a powerful reminder that the key to continuous relevance in the political space is putting the people first.The Governor lauds the Ife-born politician for reflecting the essence of politics, which is to serve the people, noting that the former national scribe All Progressives Congress (APC) incredible exploits in the field of engineering not only showed his unshakeable resolve to impact lives, but also honour Osun as a state.“On this auspicious occasion of his birthday, I join friends, family and well-wishers to congratulate an astute politician, His Excellency, Otunba Iyiola Ajani Omisore.

No matter your opinion about him, one thing that no one can take away from Otunba Omisore is the fact he ensures that whatever is entrusted to him is done well,” Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying in his congratulatory note.“As a Deputy Governor, Otunba Omisore championed efforts that promises a better situation for the people, most especially workers, counting for the goodwill and the support he enjoys from that segment of the society.“In the Senate, Otunba Omisore initiated legislations that benefits the public, while his lobbying efforts created openings for countless constituents in different federal establishments just as his interventions provided life-changing infrastructures for a lot of communities.”

Governor Adeleke prays for Otunba Omisore to continue to enjoy the unfailing grace of God that has steered him up to this point while urging him to take the moment of his birthday to “reflect on his accomplishments and the expectations of the people for the future.”

Signed:

Mallam Olawale Rasheed,

The Spokesperson to the Executive Governor of Osun State

LASTMA Management Embarks On 3-Day Comprehensive Training For Officers

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By Ebinum Samuel 

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has inaugurated an intensive 3-day In-house training programme, meticulously crafted to enhance the operational efficacy and service delivery standards of its Officers.

This initiative, ceremoniously launched today at the LASTMA Headquarters by Hon. Sola Giwa, Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, will delve into a broad array of critical topics, including:Diplomatic Enforcement: Strategies for executing effective traffic management while maintaining constructive public relations.Stress Management and Wellness : Advanced techniques for preserving mental and physical well-being in high-pressure scenarios.Ethical and Professional Excellence : Upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in traffic operations.Collaborative Team Synergy : Building cohesive teams to optimize productivity and elevate service quality.Elevated Communication Techniques : Mastering communication for clarity, precision, and maximum impact.Emotional Intelligence and Empathy: Cultivating emotional intelligence to adeptly navigate conflicts and foster positive public engagement.Navy Captain Akinyemi Samuel, a distinguished authority in stress management, is leading the session on Stress Management and Wellness, imparting actionable strategy to help participants manage stress and maintain peak effectiveness.

This training underscores LASTMA’s unwavering commitment to continuous capacity enhancement and operational excellence, ensuring that senior officers are well-armed with the necessary skills and insights to excel in their respective roles.Since the beginning of the year, LASTMA has prioritized the training and retraining of its personnel, with over 3,000 officers having already undergone specialized instruction in various aspects of traffic management.”The Lagos State Government places immense emphasis on the professional development of its workforce, ensuring the delivery of exceptional services to the motoring public, particularly motorists across the state,” affirmed Hon. Sola Giwa.

One Dies, 8 Injured In Fatal Accident On 3rd Mainland Bridge

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By Ebinum Samuel

A tragic and fatal head-on collision involving two Mazda commercial buses (LND 624 YE / EKY 804 YH) occurred on the Third Mainland Bridge, near Ilaje, en route to Iyana-Oworonsoki, resulting in one fatality and leaving eight others grievously injured.The harrowing incident, which unfolded as both buses recklessly engaged in a high-speed chase from Adeniji Adele serves as a stark reminder of the catastrophic consequences of irresponsible driving practices.

Swift intervention by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) facilitated the rapid rescue of eight passengers, all of whom suffered severe fractures. The injured were immediately transported to Gbagada General Hospital for urgent medical care, courtesy of the Lagos State Ambulance Services (LASAMBUS).

Police units from Bariga and Alonge Police Stations were instrumental in providing critical security support during the rescue operation, ensuring order and expediting the efforts to restore normalcy.The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) reiterates its unwavering commitment to ensuring road safety and implores all motorists to strictly observe speed regulations and exercise caution while driving.The Agency also extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and wishes the injured a swift and full recovery.In a related development, another accident occurred earlier today involving a Honda CRV (AKD 743 HV), which overturned on the Third Mainland Bridge near the Unilag waterfront, also inbound Iyana-Oworonsoki. The crash, attributed to excessive speeding, resulted in no casualties.LASTMA personnel acted swiftly to clear the wreckage, preventing any further obstruction to the free flow of traffic on the bridge.

Adeleke vows to implement Osun industrial summit resolutions

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Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has assured that his administration will implement the outcomes of the 4-day industrial investment summit hosted by his government.Speaking at the closing ceremony of the summit in Osogbo on Saturday, which was attended by the Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Mr Olayide Adelami, businessmen, and top government officials, Adeleke said the resolutions from the summit would be used to accelerate the industrialisation of the state.Represented by his deputy, Kola Adewusi, the governor highlighted Osun as an ideal investment destination.

He noted that robust infrastructure, stable power, and a population of over five million educated and hospitable people have made the state a business-friendly environment.“Osun State is a land of diverse economic opportunities, and we are hopeful that the dry port, cargo airport, special economic zone, agro-processing zone, and free trade zone will be fully operational, benefiting our incoming investors.“It is my hope that the discussions at this summit have provided the state with insights into the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to our economic growth and development.

“I want to express my appreciation to all our keynote speakers, panellists, moderators, and participants who have shared their experiences, which will help us in formulating policies, programmes, and plans for the benefit of the people of Osun State.“I believe that after this summit, Osun will emerge as one of Nigeria’s economic giants. As I conclude, I assure you that the state government will implement and utilise the outcomes of this summit to accelerate the industrialisation of Osun State for the benefit of its people,” Adeleke said.

Earlier, Osun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Bunmi Jenyo, stated that following the successful hosting of the summit, new industries, investments, and corporate organisations would emerge in the state, ensuring economic growth not only for the current generation but also for future ones.According to him, the new industries will address challenges such as unemployment, over-reliance on civil servants’ salaries, and poverty among the majority of Osun’s population.

PSC Chairman Greets Nigerians At Eid -UlI-Maulud Calls For Peace, Unity And Tolerance – says the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad should reignite a new awakening for a new and progressive Nigeria

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By Ebinum Samuel

The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of the celebration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad to pray for the unity and oneness of the Nigerian nation.DIG Argungu said the occasion calls for renewal of our faith in our nation, for tolerance, sacrifice and manifest patriotism adding that as citizens we must support our leaders and promote the ideals that unite the nation.The PSC Chairman noted that ” on this auspicious day, may our faith in Allah grow stronger in our hearts and let us be filled with gratitude. ” let’s remember that the Prophet’s life is a source of guidance for us”.

DIG Argungu extended his warm wishes for a blessed EID-ul Maulud celebration and prayed “may your heart be filled with faith and love”He called on Muslim faithful in the Commission to remember the Prophets teachings of love, peace, kindness and tolerance and prayed that the grace of His birth should illuminate their lives.

Governor Adeleke extols Chief Gabriel Igbinedion at 90

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The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has rejoiced with a foremost industrialist, Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, on the auspicious occasion of his 90th birthday, celebrating his life of contributions and adding values to the society.Governor Adeleke who acknowledged Chief Igbinedion’s endearing interest in the growth of Nigeria through investments in critical sectors, noted that the celebrant’s remarkable faith in the country in the face of challenges are contributory to the noticeable economic gain we see today.

While applauding the founder of the prestigious Igbinedion University for his vision and zeal for excellence, Governor Adeleke said Chief Igbinedion’s birthday offers a unique moment to celebrate a man that inspires greatness.“I join family, friends and well-wishers to celebrate an outstanding Nigerian, Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, as he clocks the age of 90 years. From a humble beginning as a teacher, the Esama of Benin Kingdom worked his way to the top, having a series of successful businesses to his name,” the Governor was quoted as saying.Governor Adeleke who cherished the inspiration that the life of Chief Igbinedion offers, particularly to young people who have their eyes at the top, commended him for his positive approach to life and the sustained interest in uplifting the downtrodden.The Governor prays to Almighty God to bless him with more celebrations and continue to uphold him in order to sustain the work of helping families through his businesses and other endeavours.Signed:Mallam Olawale Rasheed,The Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor