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Customs warns against smuggling of goods into Nigeria

The acting Comptroller of the Federal Operations Unit, Zone ‘A’, Hussein Ejibubu, has issued a warning against the ingenious concealment methods for smuggled goods into the country.

Ejibubu stated this while addressing pressmen on Tuesday, explaining that “smuggling is illegal and a crime that has negative social, economic, and security implications.

The Nigeria Customs shared the statement with photos on its X handle on Thursday, December 7, saying: “The Acting Comptroller of the Federal Operations Unit, Zone ‘A’, Hussein Ejibubu, has warned against the use of ingenious concealment methods to transport smuggled goods to Nigeria, as his Unit will continuously work hard to improve detection methods with the aid of intelligence.

“Addressing newsmen in Lagos on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, Ejibunu explained that “smuggling is illegal and a crime that has negative social, economic, and security implications.

“While showcasing seizures in November, he disclosed that “the strategic deployment of officers with intelligence-driven in anti-smuggling operations led to the arrest of a Toyota Highlander with an ingenious concealment of suspected bags of foreign parboiled rice at Iju-Ojuore, Ogun State.

“He stressed that the concealment of foreign bags of rice stacked inside the engines of vehicles not only contravenes the law but is also harmful to human consumption.

“Other seized items within the period under review include; 5,459 bags of 50kg foreign rice (equivalent to 9 trailer loads), 18,100 litres of premium motor spirit, 376 bales of used clothes, 1,926 cartons of frozen poultry products, 337 pieces of used compressors, 3 X 40 ft containers containing 3,838 pieces of used tyres, 13 used vehicles (Tokunbo), and 396 cartons of frozen fish, all worth N872,575,250.

“The Ag. Comptroller disclosed that 11 suspects were arrested during the anti-smuggling operations without hassles, and as such, calls for the collaborative efforts of all citizens to support the Service by providing valuable and timely information that would aid the anti-smuggling drive.

“Ejibubu underscored the importance of collective responsibility in ensuring the security of borders and preventing illicit trade practices.

“On revenue generation, the Ag. The comptroller disclosed that “the Command generated the sum of N71,254,984.71 through conscious and thorough documentary checks, followed by the issuance of demand notices on consignments that were found to have paid lesser amounts than the appropriate Customs duty.”

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NJC Rejects Gov Adeleke’s Unilateral Suspension Of Osun CJ, Orders Reinstatement

The National Judicial Council(NJC) has reinstated Justice Oyebola Ojo earlier suspended as Osun Chief Judge by Governor Ademola Adeleke.

The council, in its resolution after the 104th meeting held between December 6 and 7.

The Director of Information of the council, Barrister Soji Oye in a statement on the council’s website explained : “Council considered and declined the request of Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State requesting its permission to swear in the next Most Senior Judge in the State in acting capacity, following allegations levelled against Hon. Justice Adepele Ojo, Chief Judge, Osun State and the resolution of the State House of Assembly to suspend him.

“The Council affirmed that Hon. Justice Ojo is still the recognised Chief Judge of Osun State, and would not work on the resolution of a State House of Assembly, as it is the only body constitutionally empowered to investigate Judicial Officers and recommend same for any action to the Governor. Consequently, Osun State should revert to status quo.”

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Oyo Govt To Abolish Traditional Teaching Method, Set To Adopt Digital-Based Learning In Public Schools

The Oyo State Government is set to adopt the use of technology-based teaching and learning methods for teachers and students in public primary and secondary schools in the state.

The Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof Salihu Adelabu made this known at the Innovation Africa 2023 Africa’s Official Ministerial Summit held at Kigali, Rwanda.

He noted that Governor Makinde led administration has a strong passion to enhance learning and teaching through modern technology.

He stressed the need for adequate use of technology to improve teaching and learning outcomes across all Africa countries.

The Commissioner for Education, noted that the adoption of ICT to teach in schools would pave the way for innovations and industrial opportunities.

He expressed the readiness of the Oyo state government to ensure teachers in its public primary and secondary schools are well-trained on Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

He submitted that for teachers to meet with 21st-century education, ICT will become the most important teaching method.

He said: ” Africa is making a remarkable in using technology method approach in teaching and learning in schools.

“It is an emerging approach or technique in Africa, bringing an innovation and technology into teaching and learning in our schools in Africa, we require some major features, the first one is infrastructure, learning application, readiness of teachers, students and other stakeholders, if all these are put in place, it will be easy for Africans to adopt the innovation and technology in teaching and learning in the countries.

“It is necessary for all African countries to start using technology to drive teaching and learning in our classrooms, Nigeria is not doing badly because millions of Nigerians are used to android phones, tablets, laptops, desktops and there are other Africa countries that are doing very well too, such as Tanzanian, South Africa. It is necessary for all African countries to migrate from the conventional teaching to technology teaching in our classrooms.

“The present administration in Oyo state aims at reforming the state educational system by deploying technology for effective classroom management and optimum performance for teachers and pupils.’

2023 Innovation Africa Summit is firmly established as the continent’s number one high level ministerial forum where industry partners enjoy pre-scheduled meetings and committed engagement with ministers and senior government officials from over 40 countries. Innovation Africa is designed as a productive and enjoyable meetings-based summit, ensuring high-level engagement between leading education & ICT solution providers and senior government officials.

Participated in the summit were, Permanent Secretary Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Mr.Adeniyi Olusanjo, Director of Higher and Continuing Education, Mr. Adewale Oluwole and Director Information and Technology, Engr. Adabanija Raheemat

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Ogun To Provide Shelter For Victims Of Gender Based Violence -Abiodun

The Ogun State Government on Wednesday said it would provide a befitting accommodation for victims of Gender Based Violence (GBV) in the state.

Governor Dapo Abiodun made this known in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, when he received his wife and other women, who were on a road show as part of activities for the 16 days’ Activism Against Gender Based Violence in the state.

The governor, who acknowledged that gender violence has become pronounced among males and females in the country, assured that the state government would provide a befitting building to serve as a shelter for people that
have been sexually harassed or subjected to other forms of molestation in the state.

The shelter, he said, will save them from the stigma usually associated with the problem.

He added that the government would also work towards instituting a Gender Based Violence Trust Funds to finance the welfare of the victims.

“You want us to ensure that we have a befitting shelter and you made a case for that, and you emphasized the fact that people abused in the house or at home can not go back home. There are those who do not have anywhere else to go back to. There is a lot of stigma associated with those who are abused.

“I believe that we have identified somewhere previously, but I am told that it may not be befitting.

“By this, I am now instructing the Secretary to the State Government to work with the Ministry of Housing to identify either a building; if they can’t find one, we identify a parcel of land and we will construct a befitting building to serve as the needed shelter for those persons who have been subjected to all kinds of sexual harassment,” he said.

Speaking on the call for a specialized court to try cases of gender based violence in the state, Governor Abiodun said: “Fortunately, our head of court in Ogun State is a woman. In fact, the two courts we have, the state High ourt and the Customary Court of Appeal, are both headed by women. I am sure that the Chief Judge will be more than happy to see what she can do to expedite the request.”

The state helmsman also assured that his administration would support women at the executive level and at the judiciary to ensure that all that is required to reduce gender violence to the barest minimum in the state, is implemented.

Governor Abiodun also brought to the fore the need to look into violence against men.

He said: “I also want to bring to the fore that violence against persons is not only violence against women alone. Men also are being abused. But often times, nobody talks about that, and I want to be the advocate for men who are being abused.

“On the Gender Based Violence Trust Fund, I will do everything that I can to ensure that we sit down and plan on how to mobilize resources towards this noble cause.

“Once again, I want to assure you that I do identify with you and as your Governor, I will do everything within my power to ensure that we reduce this incidence of gender based violence to an absolute minimum in Ogun State.”

In her remarks, wife of the governor, Mrs Bamidele Abiodun noted that there was an increase in cases of rape and incest in the society, calling for the provision of a safe space for those who have been abused or harassed.

Speaking earlier, an expert on gender based violence, Dr. Mojisola Akinsanya noted that there was an urgent need to relocate women who have experienced violence at home for them to have a peaceful place to stay.

Dr. Akinsanya, who advocated for a Gender Based Violence Trust Fund in the state, acknowledged poverty as the driving force for GBV, noting that once women are well empowered, they would adequately cater for themselves.

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Two cars recovered as five robbery suspects arrested in Ogun

Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested five new suspects in connection with the recent robbery attacks and killings in some parts of the state, particularly at the Gateway Polytechnic, Saapade.

The command also announced that it has recovered two Lexus cars stolen during the recent robbery attacks. The state’s Commissioner of police, Alamutu, made the disclosure earlier today while speaking on the security situation across today.

Recall that some suspected armed robbers recently invader communities hosting students of the Gateway Polytechnic, Saapade in Remo North Local Government Area of Ogun State, robbing and shooting some of the students.

According to Alamutu, operatives of the command in Remo North Division had received a
distress call on 2/12/23, about 3 am, that some armed robbers are on rampage within their community. The Divisional Police Officer led his men to respond to the distress call and met a group of armed robbers.

He added that there was an exchange of gunfire between the police and the armed men. In their bid to escape, they shot at four (4) students who were walking along the road and made away with a Lexus car they had earlier snatched at gun point from another student. One of the victims of gun shots reportedly died on his way to the hospital while the three others were treated and discharged.

The Police later tracked the stolen Lexus car to the Oke Itoku area of Abeokuta, the state capital where it was recovered. Another Lexus car, discovered to have been snatched at the Ajuwon area of the state by the same gang, was also recovered.

The Police said some members of the gang were later arrested through intelligence gathering while a member of another gang that robbed people of their phone at gun point was also nabbed.

“He had escaped into the bush upon the arrival of policemen at the scene but was later fished out with the help of the locals. As we speak, about eight police patrol teams now operate within the area,” Alamutu added.

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70% of Nigerian students are into cyber crime — EFCC chairman, Olukoyede alleges

The chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Ola Olukoyede has expressed worry over the alarming rate of Nigerian youth involved in cyber crïmes.

Olukoyede in a statement issued by EFCC on X said it is worrisome that seven out of ten students in Nigeria today are involved in cyber crimes.

He made the call on Monday, December 4, 2023, while receiving a delegation that came on a courtesy visit to the corporate headquarters of the EFCC in Jabi, Abuja.

“It is worrisome that seven out of ten students today are involved in cyber crïm£s.
These are the youths we are preparing to be leaders of tomorrow. The media should not relent in enlightening them on the evils of such criminal practices,” Olukoyede said.

He decried the effects of youth’s involvement in internet-related crïmes and described the practice as a menace and cankerworm in society.

Olukoyede called for a wider media enlightenment of the youth across the country on the effects of indulgence in internet fraud.

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Suspected Serial Burglar Mobbed By Ondo Youths Hospitalized

A suspected serial burglar, who identified himself as Sunday Joseph, has been hospitalised after residents of the Olupitan area in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, apprehended and beat him to a pulp.

The suspect was caught after breaking into some houses and stealing phones and money in the area.

According to an Ondo-based news medium, The Hope, the suspected burglar, who disguised as a vigilante, was caught on Saturday.

It was gathered that Joseph had been caught for committing the same crime about two years ago but he escaped then.

But on Saturday, some youths in the area mobbed the burglar as he made to escape.

Initially, he lied about coming to the area to steal but confessed to committing the crime after being beaten by the mob.

Due to the injury he sustained from the beating, the suspect was admitted to the General Hospital in Ore, while the matter was reported to the police division in Ore.

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Ogun poly students protest over incessant armed robbery attacks on campus

Students of Gateway Polytechnic Saapade, Ogun State, have cried out over the incessant r%bbery attacks their school.

This comes as a student from the department of Public administration, identified simply as Segun, was shot dead on Friday night, December 1.

The students, who recently staged a protest, lament that their hostels have become robbers’ den.

According to a student who spoke with Oduduwa News, “We want to bring the awareness of the general public to what we are going through because it seems the school is trying to hide it.

We are in pain, we are struggling, we can’t sleep in peace at night because of daily robberies going on in the town where the school is located.

The students are robbed daily and those who argue or drug their properties with the armed robbers are kIlled. We have lost our fellow students to these hardened criminals and the number is increasing everyday.

The female students who doesn’t have anything to offer the robbers were gang raped; some to dead, others are recorded and blackmailed.

We protested, we shouted, we did everything possible for this to stop but our darling school did nothing about it because none of the lecturers or school staff are victims of these armed robberies.

All they did was to increase the school fee and they mandate us to pay within certain days. We are scared to lose our lives because of education, we have no protection even vigilantes who tried to stop them are also kIlled. We are hopeless, we need help in Saapade.”

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COP28: Labour Party condemns Nigeria’s delegation to Dubai, says Tinubu enthroning the culture of waste

The Labour Party has condemned Nigeria’s staggering delegation to COP-28 in Dubai, denouncing it as a reckless display of excess by the All Progressives Congress (APC administration.

In a statement signed by its national publicity secretary, Obiora Ifoh, the party said the move contradicts the APC-led government advocating belt-tightening while squandering resources on a seemingly extravagant expedition.

With Nigeria facing economic challenges, including borrowing to meet obligations, the party questioned the rationale behind such an exorbitant delegation, asserting that it reflects the government’s disregard for citizen welfare in favour of satisfying the opulent lifestyles of those in power and their associates.

Citing diplomatic channels and existing resources such as trained diplomats and embassies, the party contends that these avenues could adequately represent Nigeria’s interests at the summit without such an oversized delegation.

”Inflation is at all time high the security situation is dire with killings, kidnappings and all forms of violence being unleashed on Nigerians by non-state actors.

”This administration and its officials appear not to have a clue as to what to do to deal with these challenges but take every opportunity to hop on planes at tax payers expense to escape from the country under the guise of looking for direct foreign investments.

”Like our presidential candidate in the 2023 election Mr. Peter Obi, has alway said, we must end this culture of waste and improve our capacity for production in order to compete at the global stage.

”We must begin to look inwards to improve our productivity by supporting local businesses, cut the cost of governance and operate a lean bureaucracy in order to ensure Nigerians get real value for money,” the party said

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