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Kidnappers Trying To Collect Ransom In Rivers Caught

Kidnappers Trying To Collect Ransom In Rivers Caught

Follow @NigeriaPI Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Rivers State Police Command have smashed a kidnap gang responsible for numerous kidnap cases in Eleme area of the state. Acting on a tip-off, the operatives were able to arrest stanley Mgbiri ‘m’, Mkpowu Blessing ‘m’, and Micheal Hope ‘f’, who are serial kidnappers terrorizing the axis. The trio are responsible for the kidnap of a nine (9) year old girl, Miracle John, at Igbo Etche. The suspects were arrested when they threatened to kidnap one Mr. Osato Nwakaji from Onne. They asked him to pay the sum of N3 million into a certain bank account. They threatened to kidnap him as they did to a certain staff of NNPC whom they collected a ransom of N12 million from and yet killed the man. As a bait, the sum of N100,000.00 was paid into their account and when they went to withdraw it, they were arrested. They are presently helping the Police as further investigation is ongoing, and the suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are over. According to the Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Omoni Nnamdi, “the Commissioner of Police, CP. Francis M. Odesanya, is assuring the people of Rivers State of the resolute of the Command to fight crime and get rid of all the criminal elements in the state. He enjoins all members of the public to cooperate with the State Command is its determination to ensure safety for all. He appreciates public cooperation in providing useful information to fight kidnappers and other criminal elements in the...
Businesses you can start with zero capital

Businesses you can start with zero capital

Follow @NigeriaPI In view of the unstable economy and unexpected job losses, entrepreneurs and enterprising individuals are advised to start businesses that require no capital. A few of  such business ideas with money-making potential are discussed below: Ghostwriting for professionals Professional, most times, look for ways to promote their services but have limited time to create content that will attract new clients. A business consultant, Mr. Bose Adekunle, says some of them have websites and social media pages but are unable to post content regularly. According to her, there are two business options available from the challenges these professionals face. One is the opportunity to write articles that can be posted regularly on the websites. The other is the management of the business’ social media pages. She says, “Accountants, lawyers, medical practitioners, health and safety consultants, and small business owners fall into the category of people who will appreciate the services of a ghostwriter. Many of them are willing to pay someone with good writing skills to engage their online audience and educate their followers. “To excel in this type of business, you have to choose an area to specialise in. It means that you need to have in-depth knowledge and be aware of emerging trends in the area of practice. If you are committed to it, you can strike a deal with more than five professionals at reasonable rates, and earn a steady monthly income.” Games, music lessons for preschool kids Adekunle says kids in preschools learn through activities that seem playful. For instance, they can learn more about water and sand when they play with them. She...
Men Who Photocopied Naira Notes In Rivers State Arrested In A Bank

Men Who Photocopied Naira Notes In Rivers State Arrested In A Bank

Follow @NigeriaPI Operatives of the Rumuepirikom Division of the Rivers State Police Command, on October 18, 2016, arrested three suspected fraudsters in connection with circulating fake currency notes. They are Andrew Ogah ‘m’, Ozoemena Okeke ‘m’, and Helen Ozoemena Okeke ‘f’. They have photocopied N500 and N1000 denomination notes of Nigeria currencies and were arrested when Mr. Andrew went to deposit the money in a new generation bank. Investigation is ongoing at the Division as the suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations is completed. Confirming the arrest, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Omoni Nnamdi, “the Commissioner of Police, CP. Francis M. Odesanya, advises the public to be careful with the antics of these criminals whose stock in trade is to defraud unsuspecting customers and clients. And also, to be weary of the existence in circulation of fake naira currencies, especially within the Mgbuoba Area of Port Harcourt.” source:...
Reps investigate alleged forced marriage of 14-year-old girl

Reps investigate alleged forced marriage of 14-year-old girl

Follow @NigeriaPI The House of Representatives on Tuesday resolved to investigate the reported abduction and forceful marriage of a 14-year-old girl, Habiba Isa. The marriage, which received the support of the Katsina State Emirate Council, has come under criticism in the past week. She was said to have been first abducted and converted from Christianity to Islam before the forced marriage took place. The teenager was married to an aide in the Emir’s palace. After adopting a motion by Mr. Nnana Igbokwe on Tuesday, the House directed its Committee on Women Affairs to investigate the allegation. Igbokwe informed the House that the marriage was without the consent of the parents of the girl. He added that when the parents tried to secure her freedom, they were threatened and harassed repeatedly in Katsina State. Igbokwe argued that under the Child’s Rights Act, it was an offence to take a child from the custody of the parents without the consent of the latter. He stated, “Section 21 of the Child’s Rights Act stipulates that no person shall remove or take a child out of the custody or protection of his father or mother or guardian against the will of the father, mother or guardian.” Igbokwe also reminded his colleagues that under the Act, “any marriage so contracted is null and void and of no effect whatsoever.” Lawmakers passed the resolution in a unanimous voice vote. source:...
Police arrest fake Customs boss, policewoman in Ogun

Police arrest fake Customs boss, policewoman in Ogun

Follow @NigeriaPI The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a fake Assistant Comptroller of Customs identified as Wasiu (surname withheld), who was alleged to have been using the service uniform to extort money from unsuspecting members of the public. Metro learnt he was arrested when he wrote a letter on Customs letter head paper to Nestle Nigeria Plc, Agbara, requesting for 100 empty plastic or steel drums. The company’s management after approving his request, became suspicious with the way and manner the suspect collected the drums and subsequently alerted the police. He was said to have been invited back to the company to come for the remaining drums, while detectives from Agbara Division arrested him in full Customs uniform. Metro also gathered that upon interrogation, the suspect confessed being a fake Customs officer. He claimed to have been a Customs officer before his dismissal from the service in 2010. Also, a fake police inspector was also arrested by policemen attached to Mowe Division. The suspect, Victoria (surname withheld) was arrested when she approached the DPO introduced herself as a serving Police Inspector attached to a Division in River State. The DPO, who suspected her claim, made a phone call to the Division she claimed to be serving and was told that such name did not exist. She was promptly arrested and on interrogation, the Kogi State-born woman confessed that she had never been a police officer and that she bought the uniform and identity card in Port Harcourt. The Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Iliyasu, had ordered a thorough investigation into the two cases and that the two suspects be...