The Command is aware of a series of complaints emanating from Ogwashi-uku circulating on WhatsApp and other social media platforms of incessant kidnapping and armed robbery in the area. The Commissioner of Police Delta State, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has directed the Deputy Commissioner of police operations DCP Aina Adesola to deploy tactical teams to Ogwashi-Uku and the area Commander Ogwashi-Uku to coordinate the operation. In compliance with this directive, deployments of combat operatives were drawn from Dragon Patrol, Eagle-Net, and Rapid Response Squad (RRS) and posted to various nipping points in Ogwshi-Uku. In the same vein, the command’s Special Anti-Kidnapping…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
In pursuit of the express charge of the Commandant General, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, PhD., mni, OFR, of boosting the nation’s oil production and economy, through engaging multidimensional approach such as inter agency collaboration towards the fight against oil pipeline vandalism and all forms of economic sabotage in the nation, the Lagos State Commandant, Mr Adedotun Keshinro has affirmed that it was necessary, for his personnel, especially, those on the field, to synergize, with Government and all sister security agencies in the state. The Lagos State Commandant further said that the uncompromising penchant of…
The attention of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has been drawn to a misleading and sensationalized report published online by Objectv Media, titled “Two Students Knocked Down as LASTMA Officials Chase Vehicle on BRT Lane.” We wish to categorically refute the claims made in the report, which is a gross distortion of facts and an attempt to misinform the public regarding the tragic incident. For the records, LASTMA officials do not engage in high-speed pursuits, whether on regular roadways or the BRT corridors. Our agency has fully transitioned to cutting-edge Traffic Management Solutions (TMS) technology, which enables the…
The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, demonstrated religious tolerance by preaching at a pre-Ramadan lecture he was invited to in Lagos. The lecture, which took place on Sunday, February 23rd, 2025, was attended by Muslim faithfuls who were astonished by Primate Ayodele’s unprecedented gesture—not only gracing the event but also preaching to them in the spirit of unity. At the lecture, Primate Ayodele spoke on the subject of love, emphasizing that the only thing God desires from mankind is the expression of love, regardless of any differences. He explained that he has not come into this…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi Ojaja II, on Sunday hosted a 30 man delegation from the republic of Kazakhstan comprising business gladiators and top government functionaries led by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr Alibek Kuantyrov. He commended President Bola Tinubu, saying the hardship resulting from his bold economic reforms is gradually giving way and yielding fruits for Nigerians. Stating this on Sunday at the maiden edition of the Nigeria-Kazakhstan Business Council International conference held at Transcorp Hilton in Abujj, Ooni Ogunwusi, Co-chairman of National Council Of Traditional Rulers Of Nigeria (NCTRN) added that the arbitrage between…
Fidelity Bank Plc is making impressive strides on its path to fulfilling the recapitalization targets set by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). With a successful first phase of its capital-raising initiative that recorded over 238% over subscription and share price growth of over 100% evidencing a huge surge in investor confidence for the bank. Following the successful completion of phase 1 of its capital raise, the bank is exceptionally well-positioned to not only meet the regulatory threshold strengthen but also fuel its growth trajectory. With the recent conclusion of its equity capital raise through a Public Offer and Rights…
By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel The good people of Ilaje nation in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State have rejected been part of Ijebu State in the proposed National Assembly creation of states. At a press conference summoned by the Ilaje indigenes on Friday at Rights House, Ikeja, Lagos, Prince Iwamitigha Raphael Irowainu, President-General of Egbe Omo Ilaje Worldwide, stated that Ilaje land /Ilaje Local Government area in Ondo State should on no account be included in the proposed Ijebu state. “We re-iterate that the present Ilaje Local Government area should be retained intact in the present Ondo.State. “We use this…
…. Returns as Headline Sponsor for 2025 NBC Trade Fair Wema Bank, Nigeria’s most innovative financial institution and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has reaffirmed its dedication to empowering women-led businesses in the country. This reaffirmation was disclosed during the Bank’s announcement of its 80 years anniversary campaigns targeted at supporting and rewarding its existing and potential customers across the country. Reiterating its commitment to women led businesses and solidifying its role as a champion of gender inclusivity and economic growth, Wema Bank announced its return as the headline sponsor of the 2025 NBC Trade Fair, which…
The federal lawmaker representing Akoko North/West of Ondo State at the National Assembly, Honourable Ifeoluwa Ehindero, has declared his intention to advocate for a mandatory Health Insurance Bill specifically for Nigerian media practitioners. He emphasized that the health of journalists is crucial for productivity within the workplace if their employers. Ehindero made this announcement during a media parkeyy with members of the Association of Ondo Media Practitioners (AOMP), which was part of his activities commemorating his first year in the National Assembly. According to him, the proposed National Assembly Bill aimed at addressing the challenges faced by media professionals nationwide…
CP OLUFEMI ABANIWONDA REITERATES HIS COMMITMENT TO ENSURE THAT DELTANS SLEEP WITH THEIR TWO EYES CLOSED The Commissioner of Police Delta State CP Olufemi Abaniwonda ritirates that the command under his watch will not relent in the fight against crime and criminality, noting that Delta state will remain hot for criminals. He therefore urged members of the public to continue to make available useful, timely, and credible information to the Police by reporting to the nearest police station or by calling the command control room numbers: SP. EDAFE BRIGHT, ANIPR, FCIA, FIPMDPOLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,DELTA STATE COMMAND,ASABA.