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Alleged community invasion: elders of Oke-oroma send SOS to Edo govt, Benin monarch

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Community drags Edo Govt To ECOWAS Court Over Alleged Land Grabbing
Following the incessant attack on the people of Oke-oroma  Community in Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area of Edo State by Amagba Community Indigene over boundary dispute which took place between Friday,6th of April and Saturday, 7th of April, elders and youth of Oke-oroma yesterday, called on the State Government and the Benin monarch to come to their aid before the entire community is wiped out by an alleged thugs sponsor by Peter Ehinmwinose, popularly called Ebo Amagba an indigene of Amagba Community.   
Our correspondent stormed the vicinity on Sunday and According to information, one person has been shot dead and many others wounded when heavily armed thugs, last weekend, invaded Oke-oroma Community in Ikpoba-Okha local government area of Edo State.
Sources disclosed that the community has been deserted as the hoodlums laid siege unleashing violence on residents from one house to another since last Friday when one Mr Sunday Uduware, 42 was gunned down by the rampaging attackers.
The gunmen, alleged to have been accompanied by some policemen stormed the community in different vehicles and started shooting sporadically.
One of the wounded persons Mr Favour Sunday now receiving medical attention at a private hospital said he was shot in the presence of a policeman who watched helplessly as the shooting ranged.
At press time yesterday, elders, women and children were said to have been taken refuge in surrounding bushes and villages.
Commenting on the attack Pa Idusuyi Emokpae, one of the elders in the community, alleged that Matthew Iduoriyekemwen and Peter Ehimwinose came into the community with bulldozers and security personnel and started shooting sporadically thereby causing tension in the community.
“Amagba Community Development Association, CDA led by Matthew Iduoriyekemwen and Peter Ehimwinose, and his cult groups, they invaded Okoroma with three bulldozers and they were mapping out layers and have been selling lands.
“I told my people that they should maintain peace because we do not want to share blood. They are not armed”, he said.
Emokpae also alleged that the land in dispute was resolved by the then Oba in 2012 in their favour
“Yesterday, Matthew Iduoriyekemwen came with four hilux with mobile policemen but before then, in July 18,  2012, our then Oba Erediauwa has made a ruling that okoroma river is the boundary between us and Amagba.
“He also said Enogie does not own land beyond the river. Then Amagba went to court,  right now, Obagie is our Dukedom and we are loyal to Obagie. We will not argue what the monarch has said. Whoever argues what the Oba has said is his enemy”, he said.
He called on the monarch to come to their rescue and proffer lasting solution to the land dispute.
“I have already lodged my complain at the palace and we are following due process because we do not want blood shed.
“Why will Matthew Iduoriyekemwen , because he is a politician, he will enter my community with hilux and mobile policemen, shooting guns and destroying houses?
“My appeal to the monarch is that he should come and save us. He should call everybody to a round table meeting for us to discuss then the decision of the then monarch will be looked into quickly so that there will be no loss of lives”, he said.
However, effort to get those alleged in the attack proved abortive as several phone calls put across to them went unanswered.
Contacted, the Commissioner of Police, Edo State CP Johnson Kokumo said some persons have been arrested in connection with the crisis in Obagie N’evbuosa Community.
CP Kokumo stated further that full-scale investigation into the attack had begun.
He however denied any complexity of the police saying “under my watch no police officer will protect hoodlums to commit crime in Edo”.
It was also gathered that operatives of 4brigade, Headquarters, Benin arrested some of the hoodlums, recovered sophisticated arms, ammunition and vehicles abandoned by the attackers on sighting the soldiers who responded to distress call during the violence.
Furthermore, proofs of Pictures, recordings of Interview and Videos will be published soon.
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IGP Closes PMF Commanders’ Training, Pledges Better Welfare, Tactical Capacity

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IGP Closes PMF Commanders’ Training, Pledges Better Welfare, Tactical Capacity

 

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Wednesday closed a Squadron Commanders’ Training Programme at the Police Mobile Force (PMF) Training College in Ende-Hills, Nasarawa State, vowing to strengthen leadership and operational effectiveness across the force.

At the ceremony, the IGP inspected training facilities including the simulation ground and shooting range, where he personally took part in tactical exercises. He told cadets of the Nigeria Police Academy undergoing training at the college to remain disciplined and focused, stressing that their effectiveness on the field would depend on the quality of their training.

“Resilience, professionalism, and strict adherence to human rights principles must guide your conduct,” Disu said.

Addressing the graduating squadron commanders, he urged them to apply their newly acquired skills in leadership, operational discipline, and tactical efficiency. He described the PMF as a “highly disciplined, responsive, and reliable tactical arm” of the Nigeria Police Force.

The IGP further reaffirmed his commitment to improving officers’ welfare and boosting operational capacity, assuring that formations would be adequately equipped to tackle evolving security challenges nationwide.

 

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Oyo 2027: Ajadi Secures Oke-Ogun PDP Backing, Holds Closed-Door Talks with Samuel Adejumobi (Agbarapo)

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Oyo 2027: Ajadi Secures Oke-Ogun PDP Backing, Holds Closed-Door Talks with Samuel Adejumobi (Agbarapo)

 

Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Oke-Ogun zone of Oyo State on Tuesday received a leading governorship aspirant, Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, in Saki, pledging political backing for his ambition ahead of the party’s primaries.

 

The stakeholders’ meeting, held at Saki City Hall, drew party leaders, community figures, and grassroots mobilisers from across the zone, reflecting the growing momentum surrounding Ajadi’s consultations across the state.

 

Addressing party faithful, Ajadi reiterated his commitment to building on the achievements of the current administration led by Governor Seyi Makinde, noting that continuity and expansion of ongoing projects would form the cornerstone of his policy direction.

 

“I will leverage the developmental strides of the present administration and ensure that their impact is extended to more communities across the state. Governance must be progressive, not disruptive,” Ajadi stated.

 

He outlined key areas of focus, including workers’ welfare and pension administration, promising a disciplined financial structure that guarantees prompt salary payments.

 

“Our workers deserve dignity and certainty. Salaries will be paid on or before the 25th of every month, and our retirees will receive improved attention. A government that neglects its workforce cannot deliver sustainable development,” he added.

 

Ajadi also disclosed plans for extensive grassroots engagement across all 33 local government areas of the state, aimed at identifying peculiar needs and integrating them into policy formulation.

 

“This is not just about ambition; it is about understanding the people. I will be embarking on a statewide tour to listen, learn, and design policies that reflect the realities at the grassroots,” he said.

 

Party leaders and stakeholders from Saki West and the wider Oke-Ogun zone pledged their support for Ajadi, citing his accessibility, philanthropic engagements, and perceived capacity to lead the state. Among those who spoke were Alhaji Rasak Aderele (popularly known as Super), Adeleke Thomas (Baba Elepo), and Hon. Coach Kehinde Adetola, who described him as a unifying figure capable of strengthening the PDP’s electoral chances.

 

Addressing concerns about internal party dynamics, Ajadi reaffirmed his loyalty to the PDP, dismissing speculation about a possible defection.

 

“I remain committed to the PDP. This is my party, and I believe in its vision. My focus is on securing the mandate of our members through consultations and consensus-building,” he said.

 

Shortly after the stakeholders’ engagement, Ajadi proceeded to a closed-door strategic meeting with a fellow PDP gubernatorial aspirant, Samuel Ademola Adejumobi, popularly known as “Agbarapo.”

 

Adejumobi, a prominent political figure from Atisbo Local Government Area in the Oke-Ogun zone, is a former Majority Leader of the Oyo State House of Assembly and currently serves as Special Adviser on Legislative Matters to Governor Makinde. The meeting, held indoors away from the larger gathering, was seen as part of ongoing consultations and alignment efforts among aspirants within the party.

 

Observers note that such high-level engagements signal a strategic attempt to foster unity and strengthen internal cohesion ahead of the PDP governorship primaries.

 

With growing grassroots support and intensified consultations across Oke-Ogun and beyond, Ajadi’s political activities continue to gather pace, positioning him as a formidable contender in the race for the party’s ticket.

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Four Times Primate Ayodele Warned About Resurfacing Of Covid-19 In Nigeria (VIDEOS)

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Four Times Primate Ayodele Warned About Resurfacing Of Covid-19 In Nigeria (VIDEOS)

 

Nigerians have been gripped by fear since the report of the COVID-19 variant in Cross River.

The Cross River State Ministry of Health has begun profiling and tracing individuals in the state who have been in contact with a Chinese national admitted after testing positive for the COVID-19 virus.

Not many people expected this to happen in Nigeria, because since 2020 when the global pandemic happened, there hasn’t been a single case of the virus in the country until yesterday, about five years later.

However, despite the fact that Nigeria was declared Covid-19 free, popular Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, warned about three times that he foresees the virus coming back to Nigeria.

In his first prophecy regarding it, he warned that Nigerians should not pray to see Lassa fever and Covid-19 coming back in some areas.

“Let’s pray so that we don’t see Lassa Fever again. Let’s pray so that Covid will not come back in some areas”

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This wasn’t given attention by many because it felt Nigeria has been immune to the virus. Everyone went about their business as usual, and in the midst of all that, Primate Ayodele warned intensely again.

“Let’s watch this for the World Health Organization, I see airborne disease, Covid in another dimension that can cause cough, cold, air disease, it’s a warning and that’s what the Lord said.”

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This time, he specifically called out the World Health Organization about re-occurrence of Covid; and gave directions regarding how it would happen. He also emphasized that it was what the Lord said, but how many people actually listen?

Again, during a church service, Primate Ayodele warned that Covid is coming and will happen in a different way compared to the previous one. He made it known that the way of contacting it will be different from the previous one.

“Also, Covid is coming, but the way it’s going to come will be different from the way we experienced it that time. The process of contacting it will be different from the previous one.”

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Likewise, in his annual prophecy book titled Warnings to the Nations, Primate Ayodele warned that another round of COVID is coming. This book was released in July 2025.

“Another round of COVID will come up, and another disease epidemic. I foresee that a lot of money will be spent, and they will face some challenges in getting things right. The workers of this Body will be attacked, and there will be changes in leadership” (Page 36)

All of these have fulfilled the prophecies of Primate Ayodele. Beyond the prophecy fulfilment, this is a call to relevant authorities to always listen when God is warning them about anything through his prophet.

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