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Ekiti Police Reel Out Achievements of Arrests, Recoveries, Say Command Has Lived Up to Expectations
The Ekiti State Police Command has announced glowing achievements recorded from its policing activities in the last couple of weeks.
The Command made the announcement during a parade of suspects and press briefing at the State Command headquarters in Ado Ekiti.
Speaking on behalf of the Police Commissioner, Morenikeji Adesina, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Abutu Sunday, in a statement made available to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP), said that Command has lived up to expectation in the protection of lives and property of Ekiti State citizens as it has clamped down different reprehensible crimes.
The statement noted that some landmark breakthroughs were achieved during the period under review.
The first of the achievements was the case of conspiracy, impersonation, kidnapping, and unlawful possession of four barreta pistols and 40 rounds of 9mm ammunition where one Aliyu Mohammed was arrested and items recovered from him including pistols, ammunition, Sim packs, one yellow hand band of Axemen Black Axe secret cult group, and six passports photograph he took in Army camouflage.
Further investigation led to the arrest of other accomplices including Fatai Danjuma, Ademilua Ayodele Hammed and Olajide Samuel at different locations of the state.
In another case of murder and cultism, according to the statement, the Command interrogated a hundred level student of Federal University of Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), one Akomolafe Tolulope Patience, who was attacked by a gang of suspected cultists. Though the student later died from his injuries, he was able to name Akamo Ayodeji a.k.a AK MORE, who has been arrested, and one Abdullahi a.k.a Abu as his attackers.
Other areas of exploits as detailed by the statement include the arrest of 11 suspects who broke into seven homes in Embassy Island, Ado-Ekiti, and stole various items including cars, money, jewellery and phones at gun point. All the suspects have been charged and remanded.
While enjoining Ekiti citizens to be security conscious, the CP, who just assumed office in the state, promised to continue to partner with the Military, Paramilitary, intelligence Agencies and communities to enhance knowledge sharing, deepen mutual understanding and develop a tight security architecture in the State that will cripple the activities of all criminal elements and guarantee the safety of lives and properties.
The Lagos State Security Trust Fund has intensified support for community-based security with the donation of 100 anti-riot kits and 1,000 pairs of operational boots to the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency.
The high quality modern equipment was presented on behalf of the Executive Secretary/CEO, Dr. Ayodele Ogunsan, by the Director of Administration, Mr. Adegbola Lewis, to the General Manager of LNSA, Dr. Ifalade Oyekan, at the Agency’s headquarters in Oshodi.
The Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Agency plays a critical role in grassroots security as they support the police through intelligence gathering, routine patrols, and community policing initiatives across all local government areas in the state. The Corps is also tasked with maintaining law and order, detecting suspicious activities, and fostering safety awareness within communities.
The intervention is expected to further strengthen neighbourhood-level security architecture and deepen collaboration between communities and formal law enforcement agencies in State.
The Federal government has declared Friday, May 1, a public holiday to commemorate this year’s International Workers’ Day.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement on behalf of the government.
In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani, the minister congratulated workers nationwide, commending their commitment and contributions to national development.
He noted that the dedication of Nigerian workers remains vital to the country’s growth and economic progress, urging them to sustain values of patriotism, productivity and diligence.
Tunji-Ojo also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving workers’ welfare, enhancing security and creating an enabling environment for economic expansion.
He called on Nigerians to remain peaceful and law-abiding during the celebration, encouraging citizens to reflect on the importance of unity and hard work in nation-building.
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has expressed concern over the rising pressure on workers’ welfare and economic conditions of the country.
The Congress warned that it would embark on nationwide protest, if there is no improvement.
The warning was conveyed in in a communiqué jointly signed by the TUC President, Mr. Festus Osifo, and Secretary-General, Mr. Nuhu Toro, at the end of its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja.
The Congress said the NEC meeting reviewed the state of the nation, developments within the congress, preparations for the 2026 May Day celebration, and other critical issues affecting Nigerian workers.
“The prevailing economic hardship has significantly affected the living standards of Nigerian workers, making daily survival increasingly difficult.
“We are closely monitoring the situation, and if there is no improvement, the congress will have no option but to mobilise workers in defence of their welfare.
“Government must urgently take concrete steps to address the rising cost of living and restore confidence in the economy,” it said.
The Congress said rising fuel prices, inflation, electricity tariff increases and insecurity had combined to erode workers’ purchasing power and living standards.
It noted that global developments, including the Iran–U.S. conflict, were further worsening economic pressures through higher energy costs and supply chain disruptions.
According to the TUC, Nigerian workers have not benefited from higher global oil prices but continue to face rising costs of transportation, food and essential services.
It urged the Federal Government to deploy excess crude revenue to cushion economic shocks and support vulnerable citizens.
The congress also called for urgent measures to stabilise fuel prices, improve electricity supply, and address insecurity nationwide.
It emphasised the need for policies that promote decent work, job security and social protection.
“The government must prioritise the welfare, dignity and security of Nigerian workers in all policy decisions,” it said.
The TUC further called for tax relief for manufacturing companies and workers to ease economic pressure and stimulate productivity.
On electricity, it condemned repeated tariff increases without improved service delivery and demanded fair pricing, universal metering, and an end to estimated billing.
The congress expressed concern over rising insecurity, describing it as a major threat to economic activities and workers’ safety.
It urged government at all levels to adopt coordinated, intelligence-driven strategies to protect lives, farms, businesses and critical infrastructure.
“A stitch in time saves nine,” the communiqué added.
