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Bauchi Police arrest 20 suspects for sexual, gender-based violence in two months

In an effort to stem the tide of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), Bauchi State police command has arrested no fewer than 20 suspected rapists across the state within the last two months.

A press release from the Command through the PPRO, DSP Ahmed Wakili contained that, on 9/08/2020, a report was received at Misau Police Station that one Usman Adamu of Nasarawa area Misau 20 years criminally conspired with Adamu Muhammad 21 years, Nura Musa 20 years and Khalid Abdullahi now at large, of Nasarawa area, abducted one Halima, 14 years (not real name) of Hardawa area and kept her in a house located at the same Nasarawa area for almost a month.

It further contained that all the suspects mentioned above “had canal knowledge of her”, moreover, on receipt of the report, a team of detectives drafted to the scene and evacuated the victim who was rushed to the General Hospital, Misau for medical examination while the suspects were arrested and have confessed to the crime, the investigation is in progress after which the suspects will be charged as soon as possible.

Also, on 31/07/2020 at about 1400hrs, one Umar Mohammed alias Wulas, 46 years of Odoji quarters, Azare met his daughter who is of unsound mind, Aisha (not real name) ‘aged 15 years of the same address lured her with N50, removed her clothes and “had carnal knowledge of her” in their mother’s room.

While the suspect was arrested on 06/08/2020, the victim was taken to General Hospital in Azare for medical examination just as the suspect has confessed to the crime and an investigation is ongoing after which suspects will be charged to court for prosecution.

In the same vein, On the 10/08/2020 at about 1700hrs, one Usman Musa of Panshanu village in Toro LGA came to Toro Police Station and reported that on the 28/7/2020 at about 1400hrs, his wife named Hadiza (not real name) of the same address who was on native treatment at Tashan Badikko village via Wonu ward, Toro LGA left her house to where she was receiving treatment based on her psychiatric problem to the main road.

While on her way, on reaching to the nearby forest, one Hussein Adamu of Tashan Badikko met her with threatening words and demanded the sum of N10,000.00 from her which she could not afford, from there the said Hussein Adamu grabbed her forcefully and “had canal knowledge of her”.

During interrogation, the suspect confessed to have committed the crime and investigation is ongoing after which the suspect will be charged to court for prosecution by the Police.

Also, On the 10/08/2020 at about 1325hrs one Sadi Bala of Lakka came to the station and reported that about five months ago, one Haruna Musa alias Babawo 25 years of Tsangaya Maikumsa in Ningi L.G.A brought egg and mango for his daughter named Aisha (not real name) 13 years of the said Lakka and lured her into his tailoring shop located at Ningi main market and “had canal knowledge of her”.

The PPRO stated that on receiving of the report, a team of Policemen was drafted to the scene to rescue the victim who was rushed to the General Hospital, Ningi for medical examination where the doctor thereafter confirmed that the victim is carrying five (5) months pregnancy.

The suspect was arrested and confessed to the crime while Investigation is ongoing after which suspect will be charged to court for prosecution by the Police.

On 28/07/2020 at about 1000 hrs, information was a receipt from Unguwar Gara, Gamawa L.G.A that on the same date at about 1910hrs and 04/08/2020 one Abdullahi Adamu 25 years, Abdullahi Abubakar 23 years and Auwalu Haruna 22 years all of Unguwar Gara, Unguwar Kudu and Udubo respectively have been raping one Amina (not real name) 9 years ‘of Unguwar kudu Gamawa town consecutively at Gamawa motor park, Gamawa market public toilet and Gamawa market respectively.

The suspects were arrested while the victim was rushed to a general hospital for medical examination, suspects have confessed to the criminal investigation is ongoing after which suspects will be charged to court for prosecution as soon as possible.

On the 12/08/2020 at about 1200hrs, one Kabiru Ahmad of Kofar Idi area Bauchi 52 years reported that on 12/08/2020 at about 1200hrs, one Ibrahim Mohammed of same address 45 years took his son, Shehu (not real name) ‘11 years to his house located at the above address and “had canal knowledge of him” through his anus.

The suspect was arrested and confessed to the crime while the investigation is on progress after which the suspect will be charged to court for prosecution.

According to the release, On the 02/09/2020 at about 1240hrs information receipt from a reliable source revealed that on 01/09/2020 at about 1000 hrs, one Musa Mohammad aged 41 years of Sabon Garin Galan, Sade village in Darazo L.G.A, met with one Rakiya aged 7 years of the same address in the farm and forcefully “had unlawful carnal knowledge of her”.

On receipt of the information, a team of Policemen was drafted to the scene where the victim was rushed to General Hospital Darazo for medical examination, the suspect was arrested and confessed to the crime while the investigation is on progress after which suspects will be charged to court for prosecution.

On 21/08/2020 at about 1300hrs, one Ummul Kairi S. Abubakar of Unguwan Nassarawa, Dass went to Dass Police Station and reported that on 16/08/2020 at about 1530hrs, one Aminu Muhammed of Unguwan Tsohon Tasha, Dass attempted to commit rape on one Fatima (not real name) aged 6 years of Kasuwan Gwari, Dass in an uncompleted building at Unguwan Sarkin Gangare Dass.

On receipt of the report, a team of Policemen visited the scene and the victim was rushed to the General Hospital Dass for medical examination, Investigation is on progress after which suspects will be charged to court for prosecution.

Also On 06/08/2020 at about 2030hrs one Baballe Musa aged 41 years of Federal Low-cost Bauchi went to ‘D’ Division and reported that on the same date at about 1955hrs, one Mustapha Usman aged 32 years of Gida Dubu area behind Immaculate School Bauchi and one Dahiru A.G Aliyu aged 32 years of No. 4 Muhammad Buhari link, Tambari Housing Estate Bauchi conspired and “had carnal knowledge of his” younger sister Hafsa (not real name) aged 14 years of same address against her wish the incident occurred inside their Peugeot 406 car with reg no. 945BB.

On receipt of the report, a team of Policemen visited the scene and the victim was rushed to Specialist Hospital Bauchi for medical examination while the suspect was traced and arrested and Investigation is on progress after which suspects will be charged to court for prosecution.

On 05/09/2020 at about 1900hrs one Musa Bala of Karofin Madaki, Bauchi went to ‘A’ Division and reported that on the same date at about 1000 hrs, two of his daughters, one Hauwa (not real name) aged 13 years of Bakaro Bauchi and Zainab (not real name) of Karofin Madaki Bauchi went to Sabon Kaura village Inkil they were reportedly raped by four people.

Subsequently, the following suspects were arrested, Nazif Mohammed, Ukasha Abubakar, Sharif Abubakar and Ibrahim Umar all of Sabon Kaura village Inkil, investigation is on progress after which suspects will be charged to court for prosecution.

The PPRO concluded that “Finally, the Command calls on members of the public to continue cooperating with Police and other security agencies in combating crime in the state and report any incident to the Police immediately for necessary action. It also wishes to advise the commercial tricycle riders (popularly known as Keke Napep) to be conscious of the calibre of people they carry as passengers and also avoid taking a passenger to a suspicious and isolated area”.

The son of Enoch Adeboye, the general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Leke Adeboye, has asked Daddy Freeze to apologise to his parents, the same way he apologised to the general overseer of the Living Faith Church, Bishop Oyedepo.

IgbereTV recalls that Daddy Freeze took to his Instagram page to make an apology
to Oyedepo after several clerics including Paul Enenche of the Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC) and Poju Oyemade of the Covenant Christian Centre, condemned the broadcaster for insulting Oyedepo, calling him a bald-headed fowl, as was seen in an old video.

IgbereTV reports that Adeboye’s son jumped on the comment section of the post to tell Daddy Freeze that he expects him to also apologise to his parents.

“I am still waiting for my apologies o. I am still waiting for Pastor Adeboye and Pastor Folu Adeboye or you want me to go and find the videos?,” Leke asked.

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IgbereTV reports that Big Brother Naija housemate Kiddwaya got angry at Nengi, which made him to ask Ozo to warn Nengi

Nengi had thrown a plastic bottle at Kiddwaya and apparently, he didn't find it funny, so he reported to Ozo, who is romantically interested in Nengi.

"I'm sick of you," Nengi said as she threw the bottle at Kidd.

Speaking to Ozo, Kiddwaya asked him to warn Nengi to avoid him. He added that he'd have beaten her up if she were a boy.

"If that was a boy, I'd have f**king broken his nose. If that was a guy, I'd have f**king beat him up," Kiddwaya told Ozo in anger after Nengi threw the bottle at him as he lay on his bed.

"Make sure she avoids me," Kiddwaya added.

Ozo replied, telling Kiddwaya, "It's you and her since day one; since we came here."

But Kidd replied: "No no, e no reach now. Does she know who the f**k I am? How can she be standing there throwing the bottle how many times? Can she try that outside?"

See video below.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haMxgYmhnvQ

IgbereTV reports that veteran Nollywood actor, Tony Umez, has trended on Twitter because people think his movie role of being controlled by wife/girlfriend is currently being played out by one of the Big Brother Naija lockdown housemates, Ozo.

Some BBNaija viewers have become pissed-of by Ozo's continuous admiration and chase of his fellow housemate, Nengi, who is not interested in him.

Despite recently receiving a strike for writing love notes to Nengi, which is against Big Brother rules, Ozo has still not given up on his admiration and chase for Nengi, which makes many think his attitude is worse than that displayed by Tony Umez in Nollywood movies.

“This video was forwarded to the management and the officer has been invited for investigation and disciplinary action for misrepresenting the agency. The incident occurred at Aromire junction off Awolowo Way, Ikeja yesterday, Friday, 11th September.

"She is considered to have overreacted, regardless of the circumstances. She is expected at the headquarters on Monday, 14th September."

“You will never understand till it happens to you” - popular saying

I will never be too proud to acknowledge my personal epiphanies and when it’s time to actually obey ur conscience which I always say is your spirit.
Call it karma call it a wake up call. But you always have to listen to that voice inside

Recent events have triggered memories from last year’s #bbnaija
When another housemate was disqualified.

Let’s just say, now I know how it feels for her and her fans

Most importantly, I am deeply regretful for the harsh words I tweeted when I felt provoked by her passionate FANS who were upset

It was not fair to her as she had PERSONALLY not done anything to ME.
My reactions to the insults were totally wrong and not inspired from a place of Love which I always champion

How others treat us is no fault of ours. But how we respond/ REACT is fully up to us.

An eye for an eye leaves the world Blind (I’m still learning this one sha cos sometimes the spirit of Gbas gbos is tooo strong lol)

I’m also someone that says, don’t insult me in public and then come and apologise privately.

So symply_tacha I am extremely sorry for the mean tweets I responded with last year.
Please accept my deepest apologies

I can’t imagine what you must have gone thru and still go thru on a daily basis. All I can say is your tenacity is admirable

To the Titans. Na Una come for me o! Lol *jokes*.
I whole heartedly forgive you all for any and everything u guys said or did.
But more than anything else, I am also sorry for the way I addressed you guys.
Our fight don reach one year o lol. So make we hug an out

I am officially extending the olive branch to you guys and saying I am sorry
Trust me when I say I NOW KNOW HOW U GUYS FELT and FEEL

I’m not justifying anything from anyone but as Public Personalities we have to actually practice what we preach and tho we may fall a few times, we owe it to our followers to get up and inspire them by doing the right thing

Let love TRULY lead. And let’s be compassionate.

As Ephesians 4:31-32 says : Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you."

A football player in Osun State identified as Damilola, has slumped and died during a football match in the Ido area of the state on Monday, September 7.

According to IgbereTV reports, Late Damilola who plays for Premier Football Club Ofatedo, was about to pass a free-kick to his teammate during the match when he slumped. Eyewitnesses say he was rushed to a hospital closeby but was rejected and then he was rushed to the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology where he was certified dead. His team members say he never showed any signs of illness before the match.

Osun Grassroots Football Coaches Association Coordinator, Leke Hamzat, confirmed his demise to newsmen.

"Oh son! My world and life is YOU @princemunirnwoko."

*POLICE NAB AN "EVANGELIST" OVER ALLEGED RAPE OF A TEENAGER AT OKPUNOEGBU VILLAGE IN NNEWI LGA OF ANAMBRA STATE*

On the 28/8/2020 Police operatives attached to Nnewi Division arrested one Chukwudi Ndubuisi 'm' aged 38years of Okpunegbu village in Nnewi LGA of Anambra State.

2. Suspect who claimed to be an evangelist allegedly lured his neighbour's daughter a twelve years old girl and had unlawful carnal knowledge with her.

3. Police detectives took the victim to the hospital for medical Examination where penetration and laceration of her hymen was confirmed by the medical doctor.

4. Meanwhile, the suspect has voluntarily confessed to the crime and case transferred to the State criminal investigation department for discreet investigation as directed by the Commissioner of Police CP *John B.Abang, fdc*.The suspect would be charged to court for prosecution as soon as investigation is concluded.

*SP Haruna Mohammed PPRO* Anambra State Police Command,
For-Commissioner of Police Anambra State Command.

First day at the big girls school! So proud of how brave and excited you both are! Love you

IgbereTV reports that the National leader of All Progressives Congress and former Lagos State Governor, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu alongside the former Governor of Osun State, Chief Bisi Akande have arrived Akure, the Ondo State capital, for the flag-off rally of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu re-election campaign.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had fixed October 10 to conduct the governorship election across the wards in all local government areas of the state.

Governor Akeredolu who is seeking re-election on the platform of the ruling party, will have to face his estranged deputy governor, Agboola Alfred Ajayi and the former attorney-general of the state, Eyitayo Jegede (SAN).

IgbereTV reports that a 9-years-old girl in Edo State has died, as her body began to rot after being raped by a 60-years-old Chief for alleged ritual purpose.

According to information made available to IgbereTV by the the founder of Brave Hearts Initiative, Priscilla Usiobaifo, the chief confessed to the crime and begged for forgiveness but he fled the community when he discovered that the girl's parents were bent on getting justice.

Habiba, who was raped on June 11, 2020, soon began rotting away. It began with her suffering seizures hours after the rape incident. Then she became unwell and her health continued to deteriorate, causing people to suggest that she had been raped for rituals.

Last week, rashes appeared on Habiba's skin and her skin started peeling. She died last Saturday, August 29, while she was being transferred to a more advanced hospital where she was expected to get better care.

Ms Usiobaifo revealed that Habiba had become so deformed before her death that it was extremely difficult to recognize her.

Habiba's mother yet to recover from the shock of Habiba's demise while the suspect is still free. Police at the Igarra division in Akoko-Edo, Edo state, have reportedly made repeated unsuccessful attempts to capture the chief.

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The store is offline and we will RESTOCK soon.
Please be patient while we work on getting new products up.
ELITES, UNA TOO MUCH ABEG
Osheyyy site crashers”

IgbereTV reports that His Royal Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwisi Ojaja II will in few weeks time bestow the title of “Obapero of Ife-Odua” on the Zamfara State governor, His Excellency, Governor Bello Muhammad Matawalle.The title literally means ”the peace maker."

The Ooni announced the Chieftaincy honour when he paid a courtesy call on the Governor in his house in Abuja.

He extolled the good virtues of Governor Matawalle as a de-tribalised leader and politician, pointing out that his good intention was responsible for his success in bringing peace to the troubled state he inherited.

He said the quality of Matawalle’s leadership is worth emulating by all Governors in Nigeria because he has not only proved to be an abled leader to his people by restoring peace in the state but also a worthy leader to others as he now serves as a bridge builder across the Niger.

He said the plans of Governor Matawalle to revolutionalise the mining sector in the state is a unique and courageous approach which will turn the fortunes of the country around.

Responding, Governor Bello Mohammed expressed his gratitude to the Monarch for the title bestowed on him and promised to be in Ife very soon to be formally installed.

My name is Gloria Ezeobi, I'm 21 years old. I am a student of pharmacy at LUTH. My father, Mr. Sunday Vincent Ezeobi has been brutally beating my mother, Mrs. Maureen Ezeobi for the 22years of their marriage @segalink @Mazigburugburu1 @kikimordi @fkabudu @Jollz

He would pull her by the hair and drag her down the stairs. He would lock her out of the house to sleep in streets for days. He has beaten her into miscarriage twice. Even his apprentice beats her in front of him. @segalink @Mazigburugburu1 @kikimordi @fkabudu @Jollz

He has also beaten I and my sister on several occasions. On 24th of March, 2020, he battered me with fan belt, stripped me naked and sent me out of the house by 10:30pm. @segalink @Mazigburugburu1 @kikimordi @fkabudu @Jollz

The Greenfield estate management where we live can testify as they called the police to arrest him after witnessing his brutality towards my mother and my sister. @segalink @Mazigburugburu1 @kikimordi @fkabudu @Jollz

My mother further reported to the office of the public defender at Panti police station, Lagos and nothing has been done. My father promised to deal with my mother, my sister as well as I, He said and I quote 'My money will get me anything in Nigeria so no one can save you'.

IgbereTV came across an old picture of BBNaija host Ebuka-Obi-Uchendu at an event with housemate Terseer Waya also known as Kiddwaya.

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Big Brother Naija housemate, Erica has expressed her displeasure over the way she is always being paired with fellow housemate, Laycon.

In a video captured by IgbereTV, Erica is seen having a long discussion with her love interest in the house, Kiddwaya. She said she feels so pissed that people might browse her name and see it linked to Laycon, especially the part where she tried to kiss him.

She said she isn’t attracted to Laycon at all, and the thought of her being paired to him on social media, makes her very angry.

She added that she would keep her distance from him, since he’s obviously using her to trend.

See video below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVYqIazSOFQ

“You dress seductively to church. You decided to dress “to kill”. You dance suggestively to worship songs. You purposely dance “To slay”. And truthfully, are you not an “hired assassin” in the church?”.

The Association of Resident Doctors, federal capital territory administration (ARD-FCTA) have declared an indefinite strike which will take off from Tuesday September 1.

According to IgbereTV reports, ARD-FCTA conveyed the announcement of their indefinite strike in a communiqué signed by Roland Aigbovo and Mustapha Ibrahim, chairman and general secretary of the association. The said they took the decision amid the Coronavirus pandemic due to non-implementation of the variation of the 2018 promotion, the non-payment of the COVID-19 hazard and inducement allowances, among other issues.

ARD-FCTA stated that the strike will go on until the issues they highlighted are addressed.

The communiqué read:

“Due to the insensitivity displayed by the Office of the Permanent Secretary, FCT, and widespread agitations among our members in the various FCT hospitals and isolation/treatment centres, we regret to notify the administration and by extension the general public that the association would embark on an indefinite strike action with effect from 8am, 1st September, 2020, until the payment of the COVID-19 hazard and inducement allowance is received and the variation of the 2018 promotion exercise implemented.

“We regret any inconvenience this might cause the Federal Capital Territory Administration and the general public needing healthcare delivery during this period.

“We implore the FCT Administration to also look into the other myriads of problems raised in our earlier communication to the administration dated 14th August, 2020, with a view to resolving all pending issues so as to maintain industrial harmony.”

See The Moment A Masquerade Asked A Lady For Her Phone Number (Photo, Video)

IgbereTV captured the moment a masquerade was having a friendly chat with a young lady, by the roadside, in Nnewi, Anambra State. While his entourage waited for him, he asked for the lady's phone number, and she gave him. He even made her dial the number, to be sure she gave him the right one. He went on to ask her if she is on Whatsapp.

See video below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kikoDUU0ngE

IgbereTV reports that Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State, received the Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika and Prince Arthur Eze, at the Government House, Enugu, ahead of the reopening and inauguration of the runway of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, on Sunday.

See pictures below.

Pregnant Woman And Her Two Kids Crushed To Death In A Tanker Accident In Ondo (Photos)

A pregnant woman, her two children, and one other person were crushed to death in an accident that involved one tanker, one truck, and six motorcycles at Ikare, Akoko North-East local government in Ondo state on Saturday August 29. Several persons were also injured in the accident.

According to IgbereTV reports, a tanker conveying diesel had a brake failure and crashed into a truck, which eventually crushed the commercial motorcyclists.

The spokesman for the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ondo, Omotola Ogungbawo, confirmed four deaths from the incident. However, eyewitnesses claim the death toll is eight.The bodies of the deceased persons have been deposited in a morgue.

IgbereTV reports that former National Chairman of APC Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, Edo APC gubernatorial candidate Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu and his running mate Hon. Gani Audu has been decorated with honorary title at South East Unemeh clan, in Etsako East local government Area of Edo state.

Traditional ruler of the clan while receiving Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu and the APC campaign train in his palace, acknowledged the numerous work and developmental projects of Comrade Adams Oshiomhole while he was Governor of the state, he said Oshiomhole is deserving of a title as one who has made them proud.

The title, Anetokhai of South East Unemeh clan was then conferred on Comrade Adams Oshiomhole by His Royal Highness Otsuotsu Onaguna Benjamin Ikani, the Oliola of Uzanu and clan head of South East, Unemeh.

While Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu was honoured with the title "Okhumiavior of Unemeh clan" Okhumiavior meaning "one who has come to take away loneliness" he said Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has come to take away loneliness in the land and Edo state at large.

Running mate to Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, Hon. Gani Audu was also conferred the title of Aimiezuyan of South East Unemeh clan.

The APC campaign train also arrived the rally ground at Iviukwe where a very huge number of supporters waited to receive the Governorship candidate of the APC Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu.

''Captain Chika Ernest,pilot of the plane crash in opebi Lagos this afternoon. He emptied the fuel tank to avoid explosion on impact,he crashed on a fence avoiding the roofs and house. Always looking out for others. My brother and friend since primary school, said he was in pH just this week, and now he is gone. Taken to the hospital but after taking all the videos for social media, they waited for police report untill he died. I miss you is an understatement. John11:23-25 my only consolation.''

"Somebody said when I was a youth, I was also focused on #BBNaija. This is me with Beko Kuti. At the age of 23, I was plotting Abacha’s overthrow. I went round Lagos bus stops dropping anti Abacha leaflets. You see this my face, it received SLAP from @PoliceNG!

#BuhariTormentor"

Following the recent civil disturbances and subsequent breakdown of law and order in Emene, Enugu State, Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has summoned an emergency State Security Council meeting.

The meeting, according to a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Simon Uchenna Ortuanya, will hold on Tuesday, September 1, 2020, at the Executive Council Chambers, Lion Building, Government House, Enugu, and scheduled for 2pm.

The statement added that "all security agencies in the state are expected to brief His Excellency, the Governor, fully, on the immediate and remote causes of the clashes, as well as advance measures to avert such occurrences in the future.”

It would be recalled that there was a clash in Emene, on Sunday, which prompted Gov. Ugwuanyi to visit the scene, where he was assured that normalcy has returned.

IgbereTV reports that Nigerian born African Giant, Burna Boy has set a new record as his 5th and most recent album, Twice As Tall, is currently occupying No.1 spot on Billboard’s world album chart for the week.

This new feat has made his album, the highest peaking Nigerian album on the popular music chart.

IgbereTV reports that the Ebonyi Government on Tuesday directed that all the herders in the state should henceforth carry identity cards to help in identifying them in the event of any crime.

Dr Kelechi Igwe, the Deputy Governor, announced the new directive while briefing newsmen on the outcome of a special security meeting convened by Gov. David Umahi at the Government House, Abakaliki.

The meeting had the leadership and members of the state chapter of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association (MACBAN) in attendance.

Igwe said that the state government was worried over reported cases of killing of MACBAN members, attack on communities by persons suspected to be MACBAN members, destruction of farm crops and other valuables and incessant cases of rape in the state.

“The leadership of the various Local Government Areas (LGAs) should immediately liaise with MACBAN leadership to provide identity cards for herders operating in their domains.

“The various communities in the state are empowered to arrest any under-aged cattle rearers grazing around their communities and hand them over to the police for prosecution.

“The chief herder, who is the custodian of such under-aged person, must be prosecuted by the police in accordance with the law,” he said.

The deputy governor said that herders should be held responsible for attacks on communities in the state and destruction of farm crops by their cattle.

“Rape cases are not exempted from this as the perpetrators must be produced within seven days for arrest and prosecution.

“Community leaders, LGA chairmen, Development Centre Coordinators, among others, should take responsibility and produce those who attack herders and their cattle for prosecution within seven days.

“Herders should henceforth reside in communities where they rear their cattle and any one bearing arms on the roads in areas where infractions occur would also be prosecuted by the police,” Igwe said.