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September 4, 2024 NANS Declares Nationwide Protest Over Fuel Price Hike

NANS Declares Nationwide Protest Over Fuel Price Hike

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced plans for a large-scale protest that will see the shutdown of all major cities across Nigeria, starting on September 15, 2024. The protest is in response to the recent fuel price hike and what the students describe as the incompetence of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Director General, Mele Kyari.

In a notice signed by Okunomo Henry Adewumi, President of the NANS Senate, the student body demanded an immediate reversal of the fuel price increase and the removal of Kyari from his position.

The notice detailed plans for students to occupy major cities nationwide on September 15, 2024, assuring that the protest would be both peaceful and lawful.

"We hereby notify you of a massive shutdown of all major cities in Nigeria, commencing on September 15, 2024, in protest against the recent hike in fuel prices and the gross incompetence of the NNPC Director General, Mele Kyari," the notice stated.

"The continuous increase in fuel prices has inflicted severe hardship on the masses, and we can no longer stand by as our future is jeopardized by the actions of a few. We demand an immediate reversal of the fuel price hike and the removal of Mr. Kyari as the NNPC DG.

"We call on all Nigerian students across the country to respond to this urgent call to action. On September 15, 2024, we will occupy all major cities. We will not be silenced or intimidated; we will unite to demand better conditions for Nigerian students and the wider population.

"We urge the authorities to take the necessary steps to maintain law and order during the shutdown. We assure you that our protest will be peaceful and lawful," the notice concluded.

NANS Declares Nationwide Protest Over Fuel Price Hike
NANS Declares Nationwide Protest Over Fuel Price Hike
September 4, 2024 Gunmen Kill Officer, Demolish Police Station in Imo

Gunmen Kill Officer, Demolish Police Station in Imo

On Tuesday night, gunmen killed a police officer in Imo State, an attack that took place at NEPA Junction in Umulogho, Obowo Local Government Area. The assailants reportedly dragged the officer out of his room before killing him.

According to an eyewitness, the gunmen meticulously ensured no other police officers were present in the compound. "They carried out their operation for about 45 minutes without any interference, firing shots to keep residents at bay," the eyewitness recounted.

After the night attack, the gunmen returned in the morning to burn down the Otoko Divisional Police Station, located along the Owerri-Umuahia road. The violence continued with multiple attacks, as the gunmen killed two security guards in Umuelemai, Isiala Mbano Local Government Area, and set several vehicles on fire.

The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Henry Okoye, assured the public that those responsible for the crimes would be apprehended and face justice. He added that the command’s tactical team had been deployed to the area to ensure the safety of lives and property.

September 4, 2024 2027: It’s Time for Fresh Leadership, Tinubu, Peter Obi, and Atiku Should Step Aside – Kenneth Okonkwo

2027: It’s Time for Fresh Leadership, Tinubu, Peter Obi, and Atiku Should Step Aside – Kenneth Okonkwo

Nigerian actor and politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, has called for a new generation of leaders to emerge in the 2027 elections, urging prominent political figures like President Bola Tinubu, Peter Obi, and Atiku Abubakar to step aside.

In a statement, Okonkwo emphasized the importance of bringing fresh faces into Nigeria's political landscape, arguing that the country needs new ideas and perspectives to address its challenges. He noted that while Tinubu, Obi, and Atiku have made significant contributions to the nation, it is time for them to make way for younger, innovative leaders.

"We must look beyond the usual suspects and give room for new leadership to emerge in 2027," Okonkwo stated. "Nigeria is at a critical juncture, and we need leaders who can bring fresh energy and new ideas to the table."

Okonkwo's remarks reflect a growing sentiment among some Nigerians who believe that the country’s leadership should evolve to include younger, more dynamic individuals capable of driving the nation forward.

September 4, 2024 Court Sentences ‘Yahoo Boy’ for Impersonating Flavour N’abania and Defrauding American

Court Sentences ‘Yahoo Boy’ for Impersonating Flavour N’abania and Defrauding American

The Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced Courage Ikpaka to two years in prison for defrauding a U.S. citizen, Mrs. Yvelte M. Thompson, of $53,000 by impersonating the Nigerian musician Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour N’abania.

Justice Dehinde Dipeolu handed down the sentence on Tuesday after Ikpaka pleaded guilty to a two-count charge filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

During the trial, EFCC investigator Azibagiri Dan Ekpar, led by prosecution counsel Suleiman Suleiman, provided evidence against Ikpaka. Ekpar testified that Ikpaka had impersonated Flavour, promising to organize shows in the United States and receiving payments through Bitcoin wallets.

The fraud was uncovered after a petition was filed by Eyitayo Tolulope Abiodun and others on behalf of the victim. Ekpar stated, "We invited Flavour, who cooperated with the investigation and denied any involvement. Our investigation led us to Ikpaka Courage in Benin City, who admitted to impersonating Flavour and defrauding the woman of $53,000 in 2021."

Ikpaka converted the funds into Naira and deposited them into his Access Bank account. The EFCC recovered ₦7.9 million from the defendant through manager's cheques from Zenith and Access Bank.

After reviewing the evidence and Ikpaka's guilty plea, Justice Dipeolu sentenced him to two years in prison with the option of a ₦2 million fine. Additionally, the judge ordered the forfeiture of the ₦7.9 million recovered from Ikpaka to Mrs. Thompson.

Counts 1 and 2 of the charge read:

“That you, IKPAKA COURAGE, sometime in April 2021 in Lagos. within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court directly made a false statement wherein you held yourself out as a Nigerian entertainer by name “Chinedu Okoli a.k.a. Flavour N’abania” on your Telegram Account, knowing same to be false and with intent that the representation is relied upon for the purpose of procuring the issuance of financial instruments to yourself and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 22(3) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition and Prevention, etc} Act, 2015.

“That you, IKPAKA COURAGE, sometime in April 2021 in Lagos within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court indirectly retained the sum of $53,000 in your Access Bank Pic account number 0108866415, which sum you reasonably ought to have known forms part of the proceeds of your unlawful activity, to wit: dishonest conversion of the said sum, property of Mrs Yvelte M. Thompson, and you thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 18(2)(G) and punishable under Section 18 {3} of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.”

 

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