Stray Bullet Kills Betting Agent in Ogun
In Abeokuta, Ogun State, a betting agent named Abiodun Anuoluwapo was killed by a stray bullet from a police officer. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. as Anuoluwapo was closing his Bet9ja shop. Eyewitnesses reported that police officers, allegedly drunk or chasing a suspect, accidentally discharged a firearm. The officers fled into a nearby hotel and later escaped with backup. The Ogun State Police Command confirmed the incident and stated that an investigation was underway.
JUST IN: CAC Extends POS Registration Deadline to Sept 5
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has extended the deadline for mandatory registration of Point of Sales (PoS) agents, super agents, and sole agents to September 5, 2024. Originally set for July 7, 2024, the extension aims to accommodate operators facing network challenges, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Failure to register by the new deadline may result in businesses losing their operational licenses and facing prosecution for facilitating criminal activities, as per CAC directives aligned with CAMA 2020 and CBN guidelines on agent banking.
You are safe in Ondo — Army assures corps members
The Nigerian Army reassured corps members at the Ikare-Akoko orientation camp in Ondo State of their safety. Brig.-Gen. John Lar, the Brigade Commander of 32 Artillery Brigade, Owena Cantonment, Akure, affirmed the Army's longstanding commitment to securing NYSC members across the country. He emphasized the importance of vigilance and urged corps members to promptly report any security concerns. The State Coordinator, Mr. Sam Pepple, highlighted collaborative efforts with security agencies to ensure robust security measures at the camp, prioritizing the safety of all corps members.
Bandits ‘Abduct 5’ In Fresh Attack On Niger Community
The community of Garam in Niger State faced renewed violence as bandits abducted five individuals, including a pregnant woman and a child, in an early morning raid. This incident disrupted a period of relative calm that followed multiple attacks between December 2023 and February 2024. The bandits reportedly entered silently, avoiding gunfire to evade detection, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.