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Gunmen abduct journalist's relations, 4 days after mother's death, demand N50m ransom

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Gunmen abduct journalist's relations, – The Kogi Police Command…

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The Kogi Police Command has confirmed the kidnap of three relations of former Daily Trust Editor, Malam Ahmed Ajobe. The victims included Mr Ajobe’s immediate younger sister, Halimtu-Sadiya Tahir.They were reportedly kidnapped on Thursday on the deplorable Ankpa-Adoka-Makurdi Road while returning from a market in the nearby community in Awo, Ankpa Local Government Area of the state.The Kogi State Police Public Relations Officer, William Aya, confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lokoja on Friday.According to Aya, the Divisional Police Officer in charge of the area has already deployed his men to the area to ensure the rescue of the victims. He further said that the Police Commissioner, Bethrand Onuoha, had also ordered the drafting of the police tactical team to the area to reinforce the team on the ground.He assured that everything possible would be done to ensure the safe release of the victims and also bring the criminals to justice.Although the journalist could not be reached for details on the incident, his family friend, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said their assailants were demanding N50 million ransom for the release of the victims.He said that Ajobe lost his mother, Malama Aishetu Tahir, on Sunday, following a protracted illness. He said that the kidnap took place when the victims went to the market to purchase items for the seven-day prayers of the journalist’s late mother.“Yes, three of Ajobe’s family members were kidnapped at gunpoint at about 3:pm on Thursday.“The kidnappers reached out on Friday afternoon demanding N50 million ransom. “However, I can’t confirm what the family is offering in the negotiations because I had to leave the community for an emergency in Lokoja.“What I can say is that no amount has yet been paid and the victims are still in captivity,” he further said.
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Drama continues to trail nightlife businessman Cubana Chief Priest as a woman identified as Hellen, who claims to have a child with him, issued a fiery warning via Instagram Stories. In the now-viral screenshot, Hellen addressed Chief Priest by his real name, Pascal, calling him out for allegedly refusing to step up like a father. She accused him of neglect and made it clear she was not backing down.Pascal, let me tell youanywhere I meet you in this world, we go hold each other’s necks, she wrote, before promising a confrontation that would reveal her crazy mind. The post has stirred online conversation, reigniting talks around the ongoing paternity drama involving the socialite. While Chief Priest has previously denied the allegations, this latest message adds fuel to a fire that refuses to burn out. View post below 495707671 18461726560073744 2853117075231449911 n 1746520153The post Anywhere I see you in this world, we go hold each other – Cubana Chiefpriests alleged baby mama threatens him appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.


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Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, is allegedly masterminding a plot to smear the Minister of State for Defence and former Zamfara Governor Bello Matawalle’s reputation.

This is according to Concerned Northern Forum (CNF) in a statement issued by its Secretary, Abubakar Suleiman, on Monday, May 5, 2025.

The accusation followed a controversial press conference held in Kaduna earlier in the day, during which CNF Chairman Alhaji Aliyu Muhammad Sani accused Matawalle of financial mismanagement.

The group distanced itself from Sani’s claim, describing the event as a “shameful charade” allegedly sponsored by agents of the current Governor Lawal with a N200 million bribe.


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Suleiman said the aim was to smear Matawalle and distract from the real rot within the Zamfara government.

“Governor Dauda Lawal and his people have tried everything possible to tarnish Matawalle’s image. This time, they bribed a handful of desperate individuals with N200 million to hijack our platform and stage a scripted attack. We disown that charade in its entirety,” the CNF said.

He maintained that the CNF neither authorised nor participated in the press conference and had previously warned Sani not to drag the Forum into political vendettas.

“No meeting was held, no mandate was given. What happened was the personal decision of a few compromised individuals. They do not speak for us,” Suleiman stated.


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He alleged that Lawal’s administration had diverted over N10 billion in local government funds to sponsor this and similar smear campaigns against Matawalle and the federal government, while governance in Zamfara continued to deteriorate.

“Zamfara is on its knees. Insecurity is worsening, people are suffering, and instead of solving real problems, this administration is spending public funds on media stunts,” he said.

Suleiman further revealed that during Monday’s event in Kaduna, the group deliberately refused to stand with Aliyu Sani after learning that he had recruited non-members and thugs with offers of N200,000 each — funds allegedly traced to Dauda Lawal.

The CNF secretary also called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to resist being used as a tool in political battles, stating that if anyone deserved investigation, it was Governor Lawal.

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We challenge the EFCC to look into the billions received and mismanaged by Dauda Lawal in the past two years. His hands are not clean,” Suleiman asserted.

“If those behind this plot do not retract their falsehoods and apologise publicly, we will explore legal options to defend the integrity of this Forum and the truth.”

The CNF reaffirmed its stance on transparency, justice, and development, insisting that it will not be used to settle political scores.


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