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Rival cults attack, one dies in lagos state

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6 years ago

September 29, 2020

By Ifeoma Ikem

Following the attacks between two rival groups Eiye and Aiye confratenity one person found dead in front of a hotel last week Thursday night.

Saharaweeky gathered that Aiye cult group attacks Eiye cult group over supremacy at Osho street, Fagba Iju,area a suburb, Lagos State

It further revealed that at about 8pm ,on 24th of September Aiye confratenity group attacked Eiye group where one of the Eiye member known as Segun Ogumodede (Aka),Badoo was shot in front of the hotel.

An eye witness who spoke with our reporter said the operatives of Lagos state police command attached to Oko Oba divisions were contacted immediately when the fight break out but before the divisional police officer DPO in charge of the station, Chief superintendent of police CSP Chinedu led his Anti robbery and Anti cultism team to the scene the cultists has fled the scene leaving behind their dead member whom was later removed by the police.

A residents who spoke with our reporter on condition of anonymity said this area was peaceful,we sleep with two eyes closed, but since this hotel was built about a year ago the area has turned to where all source of criminal activities is going on.

“We have been living in the area for a very long time without any fear,the resident can go out as early as possible mostly in the morning,it happened now the groups of bad gangs who are always in the hotel will attack and disposesess you of your valuables. “We have also complained to the owner yet he did not do anything about it we are begging the government to please come to our aid, things are really getting out of hand”.

Our reporter who visited the baale of Orile Egbiri Chief Samuel Iyanla Oye Adegboyega, said i am the Baale of Orile Egbiri for the past 5 years by his grace, the community has been peaceful until Soulmate hotel was built early last year.

“I did not know that this place will become the hideout of hoodlums and i have written to the owner of the hotel,send a warning letter he did’nt responds or cautioned his customer that take average to constitute nuisance in this area

Baale Adegboyega further states that the former divisional police officer DPO in charge of Oko Oba ,Area ‘G’ police commander with other stake holders has once visited the place to access the situation yet no positive actions has taking to address the problem by police.

One of councils member of the community, Chief Ajani Olutade said the community development association (CDA) has written several letters to the hotel owner inviting him to a meeting so that they can know on how to handle the situation but he ignored our letters of invitation.

“We wrote series of letters of invitation to him and he has never honour the letters and we hope the new DPO will take necessary step to look into the matter.”.

When Saharaweekly visited the hotel management to get they own side of the matter,oneof the director, Mr Victor Adeyemo, denied all the allegations saying that what happened has nothing to do with his hotel that they were mere allegations adding that the cultists were fighting from one of street before getting to the front of hotel and shot one of them dead.

According to him, what happened recently have nothing to do with the hotel ,boys were fighting from another street to the hotel is not involved”.

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Lagos 2027: Obasa hosts Hamzat, Promises Support for Governorship Bid

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6 hours ago

April 23, 2026

Sahara Weekly

Lagos 2027: Obasa hosts Hamzat, Promises Support for Governorship Bid

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, on Thursday, played host to Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat at his official residence in GRA, Ikeja, promising to galvanise his expansive political structure to ensure Hamzat’s victory at the forthcoming governorship election.

Dr Hamzat is the presumptive APC candidate for the Lagos governorship seat, and the engagement was part of his ongoing strategic consultations with All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders and leaders.

Speaker Obasa extolled Hamzat’s pedigree, commitment to infrastructure development, and loyalty to the party, adding that for the continued development of Lagos State, every discerning electorate must rally round him.

“I just returned from Abuja, and the conversation remains the same – Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat is the next Governor of Lagos State. You have demonstrated unquestionable loyalty to our great party and even greater competence in serving Lagos. We love you, we support you, and we will do everything to ensure that we win the election,” Speaker Obasa declared.

Responding, Dr Hamzat expressed gratitude for the warm reception while highlighting Obasa’s legislative experience and political network, which he said are invaluable. He reiterated his focus on collaborative governance, saying, “Lagos is a collective project. My consultations are not about personal ambition but about ensuring continuity, innovation, and inclusive development for our people,” Hamzat said.

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Police Repel Coordinated Kidnap Attack In Sokoto, Launch Manhunt

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12 hours ago

April 23, 2026

Sahara Weekly

Police Repel Coordinated Kidnap Attack In Sokoto, Launch Manhunt

Security operatives in Sokoto State have foiled a coordinated kidnapping attempt by armed bandits targeting two communities, killing one suspect and launching a manhunt for others who escaped with injuries.

According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, Ahmad Rufa’i, the operation was carried out in the early hours of Thursday following a distress call received at about 12:30 a.m. reporting simultaneous attacks on Illela Village, also known as Achida Town, and Kwargaba Hamlet.

“The Anti-Kidnapping Unit, in collaboration with other tactical teams, responded swiftly to the distress call,” he said. “Our operatives, who were already on high alert, engaged the bandits in a fierce gun duel and successfully repelled the attack.”

Rufa’i disclosed that the security forces overpowered the assailants after a prolonged exchange of gunfire, neutralising one suspect who was dressed in military camouflage, while others fled with gunshot wounds into the nearby Gundumi Forest.

“An intensive manhunt is ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects who escaped into the forest with varying degrees of injuries,” he added.

However, before the arrival of security personnel, the bandits reportedly shot and killed a member of the Kwargaba community vigilante group. His body has since been recovered and released to his family for burial.

The police spokesperson urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious movements or individuals to the nearest security agency, assuring that efforts are being intensified to ensure the safety of lives and property across the state.

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The Kendrick Brothers, Cameron Arnett, Kingdom Story Company, Bright Wonder Obasi Train 60 Christian Filmmakers in Nigeria

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14 hours ago

April 23, 2026

Sahara Weekly

The Kendrick Brothers, Cameron Arnett, Kingdom Story Company, Bright Wonder Obasi Train 60 Christian Filmmakers in Nigeria

Abuja, Nigeria – April 23, 2026

Successful actors, producers and movie makers like; the Kendrick Brothers, Cameron Arnett, Kingdom Story Company, Bright Wonder Obasi were among the facilitators who trained 60 Christian Filmmakers in Nigeria at the just concluded Africa Gospel Film Project (AGFP) 2026.

The groundbreaking 6-day Intensive Filmmaking Masterclass and Spiritual Formation Program, were 60 emerging Christian filmmakers from Nigeria and Zambia were trained in Abuja was held at the Gospel Cinema International /High Definition Film Academy (HDFA) Facility in Gwarinpa.

The program brought together a distinguished lineup of facilitators from Nigeria and the United States, positioning AGFP as a leading platform for faith-based filmmaking development in Africa.

Among the international facilitators was Stephen Kendrick of the Kendrick Brothers, known for films such as The Forge, War Room, Facing the Giants, and Courageous, Overcomer, Fireproof, who delivered a powerful session titled “Heart of The Filmmaker.” Also featured was Cameron Arnett, who led sessions on “Christ Over Career” and acting for film.

Other notable speakers included Nick Carey (Kingdom Story Company), who spoke on “The Making of a Faith-Based Blockbuster Movie,” as well as Bob Saenz (Screenwriting Masterclass), Beverly Holloway (Acting Masterclass), David Cook, Adam Drake, Prince Daniel (Aboki), Lummie Adevbie, Chris Odeh, and Jennifer Keltner (Identity & Storytelling), among others.

The program opened with a strong spiritual foundation, including worship and a keynote by the Convener, Bright Wonder Obasi, titled “Calling & Identity: Film as Spiritual Influence/Programming,” which challenged participants to view storytelling as a tool for cultural and spiritual transformation.

Participants were grouped into four production studios—House of Gideon, House of Caleb, House of Joshua, and House of David—and underwent three days of intensive masterclasses and workshops across screenwriting, directing, cinematography, acting, editing, and producing, alongside deep spiritual formation.

On Day 4, teams developed and pitched short film concepts for professional review and approval. Day 5 was dedicated to full-scale production, with all four teams executing their projects under real industry conditions.

The program culminated on Day 6 with:

A Pitch-A-Thon, where 20 filmmakers presented original projects for funding and collaboration.

A public screening of four short films produced during the program

Professional feedback from a panel of judges.

Certification of all participants

Awards for best Screenplay, Cinematography, directing, editing, acting, and overall best short film.

The closing ceremony featured a powerful commissioning session led by Pastor Ikenna Okeke, where participants were prayed for and consecrated as “God’s Creative Army.”

Speaking after the event, the Convener, Bright Wonder Obasi, described AGFP 2026 as “a movement to raise storytellers who will shape culture and influence nations through truth-driven films.

Films that honor God”

With its successful debut, AGFP is now preparing for its next edition, following its mandate to train 300 Christian filmmakers across Africa and develop a slate of six global faith-based films over a three-year period.

The Africa Gospel Film Project continues to position itself as a catalyst for purpose-driven storytelling, industry excellence, and spiritual transformation in African cinema.