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Troops Arrest Two Soldiers Over Alleged Assault In Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested two soldiers over their alleged involvement in an assault that reportedly left three vigilante members and a woman injured in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The development was revealed in a post shared on X by security analyst Zagazola Makama.
According to the report, the incident happened around 4:00 p.m. on Thursday in the Kugiya area of Bukuru following a misunderstanding connected to the confiscation of a motorcycle and the presence of suspected armed men.
Security sources said troops of Sector 6 under Operation Safe Haven responded after receiving a distress call and discovered that three vigilante members and a woman identified as Kaneng Nyang Bot had sustained injuries during the confrontation.
The two soldiers were later arrested in connection with the incident.
They were identified as Pte. Adam Saheed of the 123 Special Forces Battalion, who was reportedly on pass, and Gnr. Mohammed Shuaibu of the 351 Artillery Regiment attached to the 376 Artillery Regiment in Damaturu.
Reports stated that Mohammed Shuaibu’s official pass had expired since April 24.
Preliminary investigations indicated that the confrontation began during an attempt to seize a motorcycle at the scene.
The soldiers are currently in custody and are expected to face disciplinary and administrative procedures.
Metro
Zlatan Apologizes To Seyi Vibez After Online Clash
Nigerian rapper and singer Zlatan Ibile has publicly apologized to fellow musician Seyi Vibez following their recent online disagreement.
The feud reportedly began on May 26 after Seyi Vibez accused Zlatan of mocking his Fuji Moto project through ad-libs on Adekunle Gold’s song “Life of the Faaji.”
In response, Seyi Vibez allegedly called Zlatan a “backup artiste” and also criticized his clothing brand.
However, Zlatan later took to social media to clarify the situation and apologize, saying it was a misunderstanding.
He wrote: “It actually hurts that my brother thinks I would diss him in anyway. It’s literally a misunderstanding. @seyi_vibez it’s all love bro, when you’re ready to talk it out I’m here!! 4L ABURO MI.”
As of the time of filing this report, Seyi Vibez is yet to publicly respond to the apology.
Metro
Two Children, Three Others Killed In Ogun Auto Crash
No fewer than five people have been confirmed dead, while 10 others sustained serious injuries in a road accident that occurred on Thursday at Iyana Egbado along the Abeokuta–Lagos Expressway in Ogun State.
The lone crash involved a white Mazda E2000 bus with registration number KRD809XC carrying 20 passengers.
According to the spokesperson of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Ogun State Sector Command, Odunsi Afolabi, the accident happened at about 11:12 a.m.
He explained that the passengers included six adult males, eleven adult females, one male child, and two female children.
Afolabi said five people lost their lives in the crash, including two children, one adult man, and two adult women, while 10 others suffered different degrees of injuries. Five passengers escaped unhurt.
“The crash occurred at about 11:12 am and was reported at 1115HRS. FRSC rescue operatives from RS2.28 Itori Unit Command arrived at the scene at 1120HRS, with a response time of five minutes.
“Out of the twenty persons involved, five persons were killed, comprising one adult male, two adult females, one male child, and one female child. Ten persons sustained varying degrees of injuries, while five persons escaped unhurt,” he said.
According to preliminary investigations, excessive speed and overloading were identified as the likely causes of the accident.
The injured victims were taken to General Hospital, Ifo, and Oreofe Specialist Hospital, Itori, for treatment, while the bodies of the deceased were deposited at the General Hospital Morgue in Ifo.
Reacting to the incident, the Ogun State FRSC Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, sympathized with the families of the victims and urged motorists to avoid speeding, overloading, and other traffic violations.
He also advised drivers to strictly obey traffic regulations, especially during the festive period, stressing that road safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Metro
One Killed, Others Injured In Osun Cult Clash
The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the death of an unidentified man following a suspected cult clash in Ede town, Osun State.
The Command’s spokesperson, Abiodun Ojelabi, said the incident occurred on Tuesday and that investigations have already started.
“Suspected cultists had a clash on Tuesday, and one person was killed. Investigation is ongoing,” he said.
Reports gathered from the area also indicated that two undergraduates were allegedly killed during a cult-related attack at an off-campus apartment in Ede.
Sources said about six students were attacked after suspected cult members reportedly invaded the residence and assaulted them with dangerous weapons.
According to a police source, the incident may be connected to an ongoing rivalry between cult groups operating in the area.
The source explained that the attackers allegedly stormed the apartment at night during what was described as a revenge mission.
“The attack occurred in the night. The students were in their room when some cultists who were on a revenge mission forced their way into the apartment and started attacking them with dangerous weapons.
“The students sustained varying degrees of injuries, and two later succumbed to their injuries,” the source said.
Other injured victims are reportedly receiving treatment at a hospital.
Reports also suggested that the clash involved members of the Aye and Buccaneer confraternities.
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