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Ajala Bello, Igbokuta/Gberigbe community cry for help over hoodlums, land grabbers
Ajala Bello, Igbokuta/Gberigbe community cry for help over hoodlums, land grabbers
The family of Ajala Bello and community residents of Igbokuta/Gberigbe in Ikorodu area of Lagos State are seeking the help of the State Government and the Nigeria Police Force over the many crimes and atrocities they have been facing with some hoodlums and an alleged notorious land grabber in the area.
According to sources within the community, the alleged leader of the hoodlums is one Kamarudeen Lamina, popularly known as Sir K.
He is said to be a notorious land grabber who has been making life unbearable for them in the area.
The latest incident happened on the 18th of February when the man and his group unleashed terror on the community
It was alleged that the suspect, along with some hoodlums and cultists in the area have for the past years been harassing the landowners in a determined effort to steal their possession from them.
According to Aremu Wahab Ajala-Bello, “the disputed piece of land belongs to Bello Ajala, father to my great grand-father – Wahab Bello Ajala.
“Bello was the first man to migrate to Igbokuta in 1826. He was a farmer and a great hunter whose farming business spread to surrounding villages.
“His right over this piece of land was established through a judgment obtained in 1913 which defines in clear terms his territorial borders, and ownership of the vast area of land.
“But trouble started in 2006, barely 10 years after the death of my father Wahab Ajala-Bello. Our effort to come and settle down here was met with serious threats and stiff resistance from these hoodlums led by some individuals; Akinrele, Sidikat, Selimat, and Basirat.
“This they did with the help of a notorious warlord Kamarudeen (Sir K), who we realized had started selling off portions of our land in our absence. Those people are strangers who are trying to possess our property.
“They are said to be backed by the king of Imota and King of Bariga and a lot of our ancestral houses have been demolished by these people. Our community is presently under siege and several lives including that of my wife have been lost to this battle,” He stated.
“Residents in this community have been living in fear of attacks and nobody is safe here anymore. Most times, the thugs would surface from nowhere and start shooting sporadically to scare people away. So many victims of their attacks have fled this community for fear of further molestation.
“Our women have been raped and in fact, we can count at least five complaints from rape victims.”
“We call on Nigerians and the Lagos State Government to please help us and save us from the hands of these evil people,” He added.
Another resident with a large fresh wound on his face, explained to our correspondent that he sustained the serious injury when some thugs of the said Sir K deliberately rammed their car into him in the early hours of the day.
“I was sent on an errand by my boss early this morning, but while returning on my bike, I spotted a car coming at top speed and facing me, I quickly paused by the side of the road. The car driver initially slowed down too, but all of a sudden, they accelerated and rammed their car into me with full force, before speeding off.
“I had spotted the passengers and driver, and recognized them to be thugs of the dreaded Sir K who has been tormenting us in this community.” He narrated.
According to one Sunday Jatto, the spokesperson of all non-indigenes in Igbokuta, “there is no denying the fact that the rightful owner of this place is the Bello Ajala descendants. The Michael Akinrele and Kamarudeen led land grabbers are doing this in other to steal the property from the original owners.
“They have succeeded in driving a lot of us away from our homes. They even built a shrine where human rituals are performed, on one of our properties. We call on the government to please come to our aid on this matter as it is getting out of hand.”
Another source, Shakiru Olabamidele, a grandson to Wahab Ajala Bello, narrating his experience said, “barely two weeks ago, during an event I organized in remembrance of my late mother, I saw Michael Akinrele along with some hoodlums and police officers, shooting directly at me without any reason.
“That same day, they abducted our family head along with some other members of the family and took everybody to Ikeja before moving them to Abuja. Since then, we have been living in fear of attacks in the area.
“There were several instances where Sir Kay’s thugs would deliberately hit us with their car on the road. They even boast that there is nothing we can do to them as they enjoy the support of Lagos State Police Commissioner Hakeem Odumosu, and the king of Imota and one Jimoh Asafa. Nigerians should please come to our aid.”
A resident who spoke on condition of anonymity said Igbokuta area used to be a very peaceful place, but that people now live in fear of attacks from the hoodlums.
He said, “If you move around, you would notice a lot of homes have been deserted. People are even afraid to speak on the matter in the public for fear of being killed.”
Efforts to speak with Kamarudeen Lamina on phone proved abortive as several calls made by our reporter were not responded to nor were they returned.
Wisdom of a Mature Believer: Don’t Judge What You Don’t Know — Dr. Chris Okafor
“To provoke mercy, keep sowing mercy.”
Mercy is often defined as compassion shown to someone who deserves punishment. It is the conscious decision to forgive when one has the power to condemn.
This formed the core of the message delivered by the Generational Prophet of God, Christopher Okafor, during the Grace Nation Glorious Sunday Service held at the international headquarters of Grace Nation Worldwide in Ojodu Berger, Lagos, Nigeria.
The Act and Power of Mercy
Preaching on the topic “The Act and Power of Mercy,”
Dr. Okafor emphasized that mercy is the believer’s escape from judgment. Referencing Psalm 136:1–20, he explained that mercy does not appear randomly; it is activated by deliberate spiritual actions and attitudes.
According to him, many people forfeit divine privileges because they are quick to judge.
A mature believer, he warned, must resist rushing to conclusions. In some cases, what appears to be clear evidence may not reflect the full truth.
“Don’t judge what you do not fully understand,” he cautioned, stressing that premature judgment can shut the door to mercy.
What Provokes Mercy?
Dr. Okafor outlined key spiritual principles that activate divine mercy:
Prayer
Prayer in deep and sincere dimensions attracts mercy. At the throne of grace, God considers the petitions of those who remain committed to Him. Even when a believer falls short, consistent prayer and kingdom partnership can move God to show mercy.
Total Repentance
Acknowledging wrongdoing and genuinely turning away from it provokes mercy. When a person presents their case before God with sincere repentance, divine compassion is released.
Sowing Mercy
Mercy operates like a seed. What a person sows is what they reap. Showing compassion, forgiveness, and kindness to others creates a harvest of mercy in return.
Unjust Hatred
Dr. Okafor also noted that when individuals are hated without cause, God may respond with mercy and divine elevation. What others fail to see in a person, God recognizes.
Conclusion
In closing, the Generational Prophet reiterated that mercy is both a principle and a harvest.
“To provoke mercy,” he declared, “keep sowing mercy.”
The service was marked by strong prophetic manifestations, including testimonies of deliverance, miracles, healings, restoration, and solutions to diverse challenges presented before God.
The Glorious Sunday Service concluded with a special thanksgiving celebration by members born in the month of February.
Sunday Adeyemi writes from Lagos
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NOVO Announces Spring 2026 Launch: The World’s First Diamond-Backed Digital Currency and Wealth Platform Devoted to Feeding Africa
NOVO Announces Spring 2026 Launch: The World’s First Diamond-Backed Digital Currency and Wealth Platform Devoted to Feeding Africa
February 2026 — NOVO, an emerging global leader in diamond manufacturing, crypto‑banking, and ethical wealth management, today announced the upcoming Spring 2026 launch of NOVO Coin, the world’s first digital currency fully backed by certified, lab‑grown, cut, and polished diamonds stored in secure vaults in Singapore and Switzerland.
Designed for stability, transparency, and humanitarian impact, NOVO represents a new class of asset‑backed digital currency engineered to serve both global markets and vulnerable economies facing inflation, currency instability, and limited access to banking.
A Currency With a Mission: Feeding a Continent.
In a groundbreaking commitment, NOVO has pledged 50% of all corporate profits to support nonprofit micro‑finance organizations across Africa that specialize in food production, farming, fishing, and sustainable agriculture.
This initiative aims to:
Expand access to affordable capital for small and mid‑scale food producers
Strengthen local food systems and reduce dependency on imports
Dramatically lower grocery prices across African markets
Build long‑term economic resilience for millions of families
NOVO’s leadership believes that empowering Africa’s farmers and food‑producing cooperatives is the fastest path to stabilizing regional economies — and ultimately driving down global food prices.
Diamond‑Backed Stability for a Volatile World
Unlike speculative tokens or inflation‑prone fiat currencies, every NOVO Coin is backed by real, verifiable diamond reserves, manufactured through advanced laboratory processes and held in audited international vaults.
This structure provides:
Intrinsic value tied to a globally recognized commodity
Transparency through third‑party reserve verification
Security via geographically diversified vaults
Long‑term price stability for users and institutional partners
NOVO’s diamond‑reserve system is designed to offer a safe, durable alternative for nations and communities seeking protection from currency devaluation.
A Full‑Spectrum Financial Ecosystem
Beyond the currency itself, NOVO is launching a vertically integrated platform that includes:
Diamond manufacturing and certification
Crypto‑banking and digital asset management
Wealth management and life‑insurance services
Humanitarian micro‑finance distribution channels
This unified ecosystem positions NOVO as one of the first fintech institutions to combine commodity‑backed digital currency with large‑scale social impact.
A New Era of Ethical Finance
“NOVO was built on a simple belief: a currency should serve the people who use it,” said the organization’s founder. “By backing NOVO with diamonds and dedicating half of our profits to African food producers, we are proving that financial innovation and humanitarian responsibility can — and must — coexist.”
Spring 2026: A Global Debut
NOVO Coin will be available to the public in Spring 2026, with early institutional partnerships already underway across Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean.
For more information. Here is the organizations website TOPOFTHEPYRAMID.org
Tinubu Mourns Rear Admiral Musa Katagum: A National Loss for Nigeria’s Military Leadership
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG
“President Tinubu Pays Tribute as Nigeria’s Naval Command Mourns the Sudden Loss of a Strategic Maritime Leader at a Critical Security Juncture.”
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially mourned the death of Rear Admiral Musa Bello Katagum, the Chief of Naval Operations of the Nigerian Navy, who died on February 19, 2026, after a protracted illness while receiving treatment abroad. His passing has sent ripples through Nigeria’s defence establishment and national security architecture, marking the loss of one of the most experienced and respected maritime commanders in recent memory.
In a statement released on February 20, 2026 by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described Rear Admiral Katagum’s death as a “significant blow to the military and the nation,” noting the late officer’s vast experience and “invaluable contributions” to both the Nigerian Navy and the broader “Armed Forces of Nigeria”. The President extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, naval personnel and the nation at large, while praying for solace and strength for colleagues and loved ones.
Rear Admiral Katagum’s career was marked by distinguished service in several strategic capacities. Before his appointment as Chief of Naval Operations in November 2025, he served as Director of the Presidential Communication, Command and Control Centre (PC4) and Chief of Intelligence of the Nigerian Navy-roles that placed him at the nexus of naval operational planning and intelligence gathering. His leadership was widely credited with enhancing the Navy’s capacity to respond to growing maritime threats in the Gulf of Guinea, including piracy, illegal bunkering, and transnational crime.
Security policy experts emphasise that Katagum’s loss comes at a critical juncture for Nigeria. Dr. Adebola Akinpelu, a defence analyst at the Institute for Security Studies, observes that “Nigeria’s maritime domain remains a frontline in the broader security challenges facing the nation; the loss of an adept operational leader like Rear Admiral Katagum is not just a personnel change but a strategic setback.” His insight reflects broader concerns about continuity in military leadership amid intensifying threats.
The Nigerian Navy’s own statement, confirmed by the Directorate of Naval Information, affirmed that Katagum’s “exemplary leadership, strategic insight, and unwavering loyalty” were central to boosting operational readiness and national defence. According to Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director of Naval Information, “His legacy remains a source of inspiration across the services.”
As Nigeria grapples with complex security landscapes at its land and maritime frontiers, the death of Rear Admiral Katagum underscores a broader national imperative: strengthening institutional capacities while honouring the service and sacrifice of those who defend the nation’s sovereignty. In the words of military scholar Professor James Okoye, “Leadership in security institutions is not easily replaceable; it is built through experience, trust and strategic clarity; qualities that Katagum embodied.”
Rear Admiral Musa Katagum has since been laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites, leaving behind a legacy that will inform Nigerian naval operations for years to come.
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