By Our Correspondent

The Rivers State Police Command has announced a restriction of movement in Ahoada East and Khana Local Government Areas ahead of the Rivers State House of Assembly bye-elections. today.

Public Relations Officer for the state Police Command CSP Grace Iringe-Koko in a statement on Friday stated that the restriction will take effect from 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., aimed at ensuring a peaceful, free, fair, and credible election.

Iringe-Koko further disclosed that security personnel will be deployed across the affected areas, including polling units, major roads, and other strategic locations, to prevent violence, electoral malpractice, and other criminal activities.

The PPRO advised residents to comply fully with the restrictions and avoid gatherings near polling centres, as well as refrain from carrying weapons or suspicious items. 

She reaffirmed the position of the State Commissioner of Police, stressing

According to her, the Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, has warned that anyone who flouts the directive or attempts to disrupt the electoral process will face arrest and prosecution.

The CP also called on political parties, candidates and their supporters to comply fully with the Electoral Act and other applicable laws throughout the exercise.

He urged parents and guardians to warn their children against allowing themselves to be used to foment unrest before, during or after the polls.

The Commissioner of Police assured residents that the Command is collaborating closely with other security agencies to maintain a secure environment, enabling eligible voters to exercise their franchise freely and without fear of intimidation.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, psc, mnips, further advises all political parties, candidates, and their supporters to shun violence and adhere strictly to the provisions of the Electoral Act and other relevant laws guiding the conduct of elections. 

“The cooperation of residents is highly required to ensure a peaceful and successful bye-election in the affected constituencies. The Police and other security agencies remain committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all law-abiding citizens to exercise their civic rights without fear or intimidation.”

By Our Correspondent

There was panic and fear among residents of Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State following the brutal killing of a woman by suspected herdsmen in Ido Local Government Area of the state .

The incident which occurred in the evening of Wednesday has left hundreds of residents of the area in shock and fear of renewed hostilities between residents of the area and herders .

The victim, one Mrs. Misitura Akanke, was attacked when she went to gather vegetables in a nearby bush, and the attackers reportedly raped and killed her at
Oderemi Village in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State.

An Amotekun officer who tried to intervene was also attacked and injured.

The incident has sparked serious security concern, with calls on authorities to intervene and ensure justice is served.

The Chairman of Ido Local Government, Hon. Sheriff Adeojo, who appealed for calm , reaffirmed the enforcement of the ban on open grazing within the council area, ordering its immediate implementation following the deadly incident involving suspected herders.

In a statement released on Thursday, Adeojo announced that the directive became necessary after the killing of Mrs. Misitura Akanke, who was reportedly attacked on her farm at Oderemi Village in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State.

The chairman described the incident as tragic and deeply regrettable, while expressing condolences to the family of the deceased. He noted that the killing underscores the urgent need for stricter enforcement of the state’s anti–open grazing law to safeguard lives and property.

“I write to commiserate with the family of Mrs. Misitura Akanke, who was unfortunately killed by suspected herdsmen in Oderemi Village. This unfortunate incident further highlights the necessity for firm and consistent enforcement of the state law banning open grazing,” the statement read.

In pursuance of the Oyo State 2019 Anti–Open Grazing Law enacted by the Oyo State House of Assembly, the directive of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Senator Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, and following a series of engagements with Miyetti Allah on modern ranching practices, open grazing has been officially prohibited across Ido Local Government Area.
” The prohibition is aimed at promoting sustainable agricultural practices, protecting farmlands, and ensuring lasting peace and security in all communities within the local government area.

Compliance with this directive is mandatory, as the policy applies uniformly to all stakeholders without exception. The local government has warned that any individual or group found to be violating the ban will be subject to appropriate legal action in accordance with the law.
Adeojo emphasized that the local government would work closely with relevant security agencies to ensure full compliance with the law, warning that violators would face the full weight of the law.

He assured residents of the council area that the administration was committed to maintaining peace, protecting farmers, and preventing a recurrence of such incidents. He urged community members to cooperate with authorities by providing timely information that could help avert security threats.

BY UTHMAN BABA-NASEER,MINNA

Newly promoted Assistant Superintendent of Police,(ASPs) in Niger State Police Command,have been admonished to reciprocate their new ranks by imbibing culture of discipline in the discharge of their duty.

They have also been reminded to see their promotions as additional responsibility that will spur them to discharge their police duty inline with the ethical responsibility of the police act.

Decorating the newly promoted Assistant Superintendent of Police (Asps) at the Command headquarters in Minna, Thursday, the Commissioner of Police in Niger State,CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman warned noted that with their new ranks,more is expected of them towards ensuring their full confirmation on the status of the Assistant Superintendent.

“ Be reminded that you will be on this Asp on probation for the next two years. After which if you worth the second star that will confirm your additional second star then you will be promoted to the full fledge Asps

“ But for now see the one star as a probational one until after two years that you have to leave up to the responsibility of the additional task of your elevation,then you will be confirmed as full fledged Asp with two stars” he told the newly promoted Asps.

According to the Commissioner of Police, a total of twenty six thousand (26,000)Inspectors across the country were confirmed for promotion to the Assistant Superintendent of Police ( Asp II) by the Inspector General of Police IGP Kayode Egbetokun out of which four hundred and fourteen (414) benefited from Niger state Police Command by the Police Service Commission (PSC), “ after successful evaluation during the recently conducted Departmental Selection Board (DBS) for Inspectors”

He commended them for their efforts stating that the greatest joy of every officer lies in promotion to the next rank. He welcomed the new ASPs to the privileged senior officers cadre of the Force whilst admonishing them to gear up for the task ahead, as to whom much is given, much more is expected. He charged the officers to conduct themselves accordingly with the highest level of discipline, commitment and professionalism befitting of the new ranks they now carry.

He also reminded the beneficiaries that the first two years of the rank is a probationary period to determine their capabilities before confirmation to the next rank of ASP I.

The Commissioner of Police therefore urged them to remain dedicated in their duties and continue to prove themselves as worthy senior police officers.

While congratulating them for their elevation CP Adamu Elleman prayed for them to leave up to the responsibility of their added in their task of policing the state and country as a whole.

Some of the newly promoted ASPs decorated by the CP include ASP Sule Usman, ASP Lafiyagi Umar, ASP Habila Abu, ASP Ernest Ekhator, ASP Perpetual Terungwa, ASP Sallah Obadiah, ASP Jane Mathew, ASP Sunday Hosea, ASP Oodo Obekpa, ASP Saratu Bulus, ASP Rakiya Gambo, ASP Aliyu Yakubu, ASP Lawrence Mowette, ASP Edache John, ASP Ibrahim Istifanus, ASP Bello Adamu, ASP Apochi Anthony, ASP Deborah Daniel, ASP Lohya Emmanuel, ASP Sonfada Ibrahim, ASP Esther Philip and ASP Muhammad Salisu.

On behalf of the newly promoted officers, ASP Hosea Sunday gave the vote of thanks where he expressed gratitude to God and appreciating the PSC, the IGP as well as the CP for deeming them worthy of elevation to the esteemed rank of ASP II, whilst promising continuous dedication, commitment and improved performance in the discharge of their duties.