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Outrage as video shows police officers running over handcuffed man in Edo
Outrage has trailed a video of some officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) running over a handcuffed man with a Sienna vehicle.
The incident occurred on Thursday in Ekpoma, Edo state.
In a now-viral clip seen by newsmen, a handcuffed man was lying on the floor as a car laden with police officers repeatedly ran over him.
It was learned that the man was handcuffed by some police officers attached to the Ekpoma division over his refusal to allow them go through his mobile phones.
The victim was left with several bruises on his body afterwards.
TheCable understands that the man is currently in the hospital receiving treatment.
Many Nigerians have condemned the police officers over the incident, while calling for their arrest.
Reacting to the incident in a tweet, Muyiwa Adejobi, force spokesperson, said the action of the police officers is “unpolice”, adding that the commissioner of police in Edo has been contacted.
This is unpolice. I dont think a normal human being can do this. To crush a man with a car? This is unbelievable. I have personally contacted the CP Edo on this. We need to take urgent action on the matter. It's strange to me as a person. https://t.co/yJQAS9lppA
— Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi (@Princemoye1) June 30, 2023
When newsmen reached out to Chidi Nwabuzor, Edo police spokesperson, on Friday, he said the command will do “something” about the incident and that a statement will be issued soon.
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Nigeria police officer runs over citizen with a car in Edo State.
— Rinu Oduala 🔥🔫 (@SavvyRinu) June 30, 2023
This is @PoliceNG policing. pic.twitter.com/O8i9iVOCud
Nigerian police @police is extremely heartless. See how they knocked down this young man, and later crushed him. He is currently at Irrua Specialist hospital in Edo state, battling with his life 😭😭
— 99% OPPRESSED. (@PIDOMNIGERIA) June 29, 2023
Please viewers discretion is advised 🙏 pic.twitter.com/nd2e9agnEk
This is the most disturbing video I have seen.. https://t.co/WW78o6vse3
— HE Peter Obi's ADC 🇳🇬 🇬🇧 Fully Obi-dient (@Mazipita) June 29, 2023
Police brutality took another turn in Ekpoma as police patrol vehicle purposely ran over a young man earlier today.
— CHIEF AZUWA 𓃵 (@efewonyi) June 29, 2023
Cc: AAUONLINENEWS pic.twitter.com/45C9Dvwge5
This is so Sad: This happened today in Ekpoma, Edo State just because The Police officers allegedly wanted to check his phone, he refused and they wanted to take him to station for nothing then Passersby didn’t allow them to take him and they drove on top his body pic.twitter.com/ARaX30FYWp
— Gossip Mill Nigeria (@GossipMillNaija) June 29, 2023
Police Sienna ran over a young man with handcuffs in Ekpoma?
— Alákòwé (@alakowee) June 30, 2023
What's happening here? @PoliceNG@BenHundeyin
Chioma| Garba Shehu| Money Heist| Racism| Alex Otti| Ifeanyi| Ekpoma| Senate President| Awujale| Seun| Yemi Alade pic.twitter.com/NifhrQMDQv
Happened today opposite GT Plaza in Ekpoma. All I can say is some officers in the @PoliceNG will disgrace NPF and Nigerians. https://t.co/aMGK9VC1p1 pic.twitter.com/ZcsRjpnRL2
— #TheGuy 🇳🇬🇬🇧 (@welcome24eva) June 29, 2023
This happened 29th of June 2023 live from Ekpoma Edo state Nigeria. This is how they protect life and properties. pic.twitter.com/gYcXAigudC
— Oveh Matthew (@MatthewOveh) June 30, 2023
This was Said zti Had Happened In Ekpoma Of Edo State, According To The Poster, The Victim Was Driving An Unregistered Car. THE Nigeria Police Apprehended Him Handcuffed Him l
— Lucky itoya Okhueleigbe (@itoya_lucky) June 30, 2023
Laid Him On The Groud And tried To Override Him With Their Patrol Toyota Sienna Which Amount To Jungle pic.twitter.com/tVNviWESqx
See how Ekpoma police officers crushed a man yesterday in Edo state. Ekpoma police in Edo state. @PoliceNG #ifeanyi #nasty #nadavido #EndSARS #PeterObiIsMyPresident pic.twitter.com/yQvl32j9ds
— Abumere Osagie Daniel (@OsagieAbumere) June 30, 2023
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XeJet Airlines plane skids off Lagos airport runway
Yesterday, a XeJet Airlines plane veered off the runway at the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2) in Lagos.
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) confirmed the incident in a statement on Saturday.
The bureau said the aircraft, which departed Abuja, skidded off runway 18L on landing in Lagos — making a halt on “the grass verge.”
According to the agency, about 52 passengers were on board the ill-fated aircraft, with the call sign 5NBZZ.
“NSIB confirms that an aircraft belonging to Xejet airlines skidded off the runway at the domestic wing of Murtala Muhammed Airport this morning. A go team has been deployed to the site of the incident,” the statement reads.
“Fire and Rescue on ground to help in evacuation of the passengers.”
The bureau said the runway has been closed to traffic at the moment.
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Lagos state government resumes demolition of illegal structures in Idumota market
The Lagos state government has continued the demolition of illegal extensions in Idumota market.
In March, fire destroyed shops and warehouses at the intersection of Nnamdi Azikiwe and Docemo in the Idumota area.
A month later, 15 buildings were affected in another fire outbreak in the same area.
Following the incident, some distressed buildings were pulled down by operatives of the Lagos Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA).
During an inspection of the affected areas, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of the state, condemned the conversion of residential buildings to storage facilities for inflammable materials.
He ordered indefinite closure of the market over incessant fire outbreaks, promising to hold those who flout building and safety standards accountable.
Providing an update on the subject on Saturday, Jubril Gawat, senior special assistant on new media to the governor, said a combined team from enforcement agencies carried out the demolition.
He said the operation is part of the recommendations of the Docemo fire incident committee chaired by Gbenga Oyerinde, commissioner of special duties.
“Lagos state government continues the removal of illegal extensions in markets in Lagos Island to ensure safety, orderliness and opening up of the free flow of traffic. The illegal extensions removed before were rebuilt by the defaulters,” Gawat wrote on X.
“A combined team of the Special Duties, Physical Planning, Environment, Urban Development, LASTMA, LASBCA, LNSC, KAI, CBD, LASURA, Lagos Fire Service, NPF.”
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Daniel Ojukwu was lawfully arrested — he has a case to answer, says Police
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says the arrest of Daniel Ojukwu, a journalist with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), followed due process.
Ojukwu went missing on May 1 and could not be reached by family and friends for three days.
The journalist’s arrest and detention sparked outrage, amid calls for his release on social media platforms.
On May 9, activists and a coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) protested Ojukwu’s incarceration at the police headquarters in Abuja.
On May 10, the police released Ojukwu after he had spent nine days in custody.
In a statement, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, police force public relations officer, said Ojukwu’s release had nothing to do with the protest by CSOs.
Adejobi reiterated that Ojukwu was arrested based on alleged violations of provisions of the cybercrime act.
“The Nigeria Police Force hereby addresses recent developments regarding the arrest and investigation of Mr. Daniel Ojukwu, reiterating that contrary to speculative reports, Mr. Ojukwu’s investigation is in strict compliance with legal protocols and procedures,” the statement reads.
“Mr. Ojukwu was lawfully apprehended and detained pursuant to a valid remand warrant issued by a competent court of justice on May 2nd 2024.
“His initial detention in Lagos and subsequent transfer to Abuja by the FCID-National Cybercrime Centre (NCCC) aligns with standard investigative procedures undertaken by police.
“The detention of Mr. Ojukwu is linked to allegations of violating provisions of the Cybercrime Act, and other extant laws pertaining to cyber related crimes.
“These allegations stem from a report concerning financial transactions and contract execution upon which he was petitioned to the Nigeria Police for investigations.
“With our preliminary forensic investigation, and recovery of some contents generated by the suspect, Mr. Ojukwu has a case to answer and as such will be arraigned in court upon conclusion of investigations.”
The police added that Ojukwu was released after bail conditions were met.
“In the same vein, the Police did not deny Mr. Ojukwu bail, as it was predicated on him meeting the conditions set for the bail,” the statement adds.
“He has however been released upon providing a reliable surety today Friday 10th May, 2024, pending the commencement of prosecution at the Federal High Court which has jurisdiction over cyber related crimes.
“It is instructive to note that his release has no correlation with the unwarranted protest held at the Police Headquarters on 9th May, 2024, but strictly due to him meeting the bail requirements and the policy of the Force on being rule of law compliant.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its duty to maintain law and order, uphold justice, and safeguard the rights of all citizens.
“We urge the public and media outlets to refrain from speculations and undue media trial in order to avoid jeopardizing the legal procedures in the case.”
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