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The group described demands for a review of the contract framework as self-serving, warning that any attempt to alter the arrangement could undermine the security gains recorded in the Niger Delta.
Demonstrators displayed placards with inscriptions such as “Nigeria cannot afford setbacks in oil security”, “Don’t destroy Niger Delta peace for self-interest”, “Say no to disruption of national security efforts”, and “Pipeline contracts must not threaten the 2027 elections”.
The group described demands for a review of the contract framework as self-serving, warning that any attempt to alter the arrangement could undermine the security gains recorded in the Niger Delta.
Demonstrators displayed placards with inscriptions such as “Nigeria cannot afford setbacks in oil security”, “Don’t destroy Niger Delta peace for self-interest”, “Say no to disruption of national security efforts”, and “Pipeline contracts must not threaten the 2027 elections”.
Police in Akwa Ibom State have arrested a village head and recovered an AK-47 rifle in Mbo Local Government Area.
The suspect, identified as Chief Edet, a 60-year-old village head of Asik Ubofa Fishing Settlement in Effiat Clan, was apprehended following credible intelligence alleging he had an illegal firearm.
According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, the Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, directed operatives to carry out a coordinated operation to verify the intelligence and take appropriate action.
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, on Monday, 23 March 2026, convicted and sentenced former Acting Accountant-General of the Federation, Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku, to a total of 72 years’ imprisonment for money laundering involving N868.4 million.
The conviction followed nine counts brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), bordering on conspiracy, conversion and concealment of proceeds of unlawful activities.
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, on Monday, 23 March 2026, convicted and sentenced former Acting Accountant-General of the Federation, Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku, to a total of 72 years’ imprisonment for money laundering involving N868.4 million.
The conviction followed nine counts brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), bordering on conspiracy, conversion and concealment of proceeds of unlawful activities.
Young was convicted on one count relating to the spraying and trampling of naira notes, contrary to Section 21(3) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act 2007.
The charge read in part: “That you, Agbanashi Young (m), on or about 10 November 2023, at Akari Etiti Community in Ndokwa East Local Government Area of Delta State, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, while dancing during a cultural event known as ‘Afor Day’, tampered with the sum of N10,000 (Ten Thousand Naira) in N200 denominations issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria by spraying and trampling on same, thereby committing an offence contrary to Section 21(3) of the Central Bank Act 2007 and punishable under Section 21(1) of the same Act.”
Young was convicted on one count relating to the spraying and trampling of naira notes, contrary to Section 21(3) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act 2007.
The charge read in part: “That you, Agbanashi Young (m), on or about 10 November 2023, at Akari Etiti Community in Ndokwa East Local Government Area of Delta State, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, while dancing during a cultural event known as ‘Afor Day’, tampered with the sum of N10,000 (Ten Thousand Naira) in N200 denominations issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria by spraying and trampling on same, thereby committing an offence contrary to Section 21(3) of the Central Bank Act 2007 and punishable under Section 21(1) of the same Act.”
It was learnt that joint security operatives rescued three of the victims in a swift response to the incident, which caused panic among worshippers and residents.
Sources said the attackers stormed the church while the service was in progress and forced several congregants into a nearby forest. An alarm raised by those who escaped reportedly prompted a combined team of police, soldiers and forest guards to pursue the assailants, leading to the rescue of three victims.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, items recovered from the suspects include a locally made pistol, one live cartridge, several bunches of keys believed to be master keys, an iron cutter, and a mobile phone. The suspects reportedly confessed during interrogation to involvement in shop burglary activities within the area.
In a swift follow-up operation aimed at expanding the investigation and dismantling the criminal network, police also arrested two suspected receivers of stolen goods, identified as Innocent Nnaukwu, 39, and Ali Ibrahim, 24.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, items recovered from the suspects include a locally made pistol, one live cartridge, several bunches of keys believed to be master keys, an iron cutter, and a mobile phone. The suspects reportedly confessed during interrogation to involvement in shop burglary activities within the area.
In a swift follow-up operation aimed at expanding the investigation and dismantling the criminal network, police also arrested two suspected receivers of stolen goods, identified as Innocent Nnaukwu, 39, and Ali Ibrahim, 24.