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Plateau CP, LG Chairmen re-strategize to curb crimes

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4 years ago

May 9, 2023

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Security personnel in Plateau State have been urged not to jettison the idea of community policing but effectively deploy it to tackle and curb the reemerging security threats, especially the farmers’/herders’ conflicts.

The State Commissioner of Police, CP Bartholomew Onyeka suggested this on Monday in Jos while in the audience with the Chairmen of the 17 local government areas of the State where peculiar security challenges facing the respective local government areas were discussed.

The CP, in the meeting which also had all Area Commanders, Police Mobile Force Commander, DPOs and Tactical Team Commanders in attendance noted the interface was to encourage proactive and effective community policing in the State as he solicited the cooperation of the Council Chairmen saying security is not addressed through kinetic approach alone.

He lamented that most of the Police Divisions in the State do not have patrol vehicles to enable them to patrol and respond to distress calls and called for more collaborative efforts from all stakeholders to make the Police give the best in doing their job.

He however stated, “Most of the Division and Outpost were close, but upon my coming, I opened three Divisions and also donated vehicles to these Divisions… Whatever you see as an achievement on the Plateau is our efforts because the Local Government Chairmen are not supportive, you are not providing us with information to move the mountains that are considered not movable…”

He faulted some of the Council bosses for not showing interest in the Police work and proffering workable solutions to security issues and stressed: “If you empower the local vigilantes, Hunters in your areas they will do wonders, they have been helpful and useful to our success stories…”

On their parts, the Chairman of Bokkos LGA, Joseph Guluwa, his Barkin Ladi, Riyom, Bassa and Shendam counterparts commended the CP for his efforts in curbing crimes and stressed the meeting is a credible platform to ensure that peace is restored and assured of their commitments to ensuring an enduring peace in communities across the 17 LGAs.

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Outrage as Seyi Tinubu shares money during political rally [VIDEO]

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2 hours ago

November 11, 2026

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Nigerians have taken a swipe at Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, following a video of him handing cash to occupants of a tricycle taxi in Kebbi State.

The video, which has sparked mixed reactions on social media, showed Seyi approaching a yellow auto-rickshaw, popularly known as a Maruwa, and engaging the occupants in a conversation before appearing to hand over money.

During the interaction, Seyi was heard asking the occupants about their political affiliations.

“I heard this state is for Atiku, that was why I came down. Who do you support?” he asked.

Here are some reactions:

@otticiaL_Gegeh: “With this kind of moves, you think if they finally win they won't frustrate your life and make things hard for you ?

@Idanssssssss: “isn’t this vote buying?”

@ManLikeIcey: “Seyi Tinubu couldn't tell her what his dad has done to be re elected instead he bribed her with money. This is barbaric and shameful.”

@Adeyemi Olamilekan: “Just look at the way they are sharing money up and down, this is what they are using our subsidy money to do.”

@ssomie: “Such a terrible look. These people have stolen pieces. They have a war chest for 2027 but I know God has something in store.”

@Udochukwu Azuwike: That's all they know…buy everyone with money. No good governance. No quality leadership.”

@CHabeeb: “After 16 January 2027, Nigerians will have to live with the economic and political choices they make at the ballot box. Collect the incentive and vote against your own interests if you choose, but once the result is in, no amount of crying will change it. Nigerians will get the government they vote for.”

@ARÓMÍSÀ LÈGB LÈGBE: “It's desperation that make them do these things. They want to buy our loyalty with our money.”

See video:

https://twitter.com/nimisioluwa/status/2120231832448827534

Outrage as Seyi Tinubu shares money during political rally [VIDEO]

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Dangote Cement suspends proposed London listing

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8 hours ago

November 11, 2026

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Dangote Cement Plc has put its proposed listing on the London Stock Exchange on hold, citing current market conditions and the company’s strategic priorities.

The company disclosed this in a regulatory filing signed by Edward Imoedemhe, the company secretary, following a meeting of its board of directors on Tuesday.

In May, Dangote Cement announced it was in early talks over a potential London listing, a move that would help widen its access to overseas investors and capital.

The company later, in July, explained that the faster and more practical listing process in the United Kingdom influenced its preference for London over Dubai for the secondary listing.

On Tuesday, the cement producer said it will not proceed with the secondary listing, noting that its shares remain listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group, and that the decision will not affect the company’s operations.

“The Company’s ordinary shares remain listed on the NGX, and this decision does not in any way affect the Company’s operations or business plans,” Dangote Cement added.

READ ALSO: Dangote Cement’s nine-month profit jumps 31% as revenue hits N3.8 trillion

The company said it will remain focused on delivering sustainable value to its shareholders and building on its strong market position.

Dangote Cement is majority-owned by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, who launched the continent’s largest-ever initial public offering in September for his oil refinery.

Dangote Cement, with a production capacity of 55 million tonnes per annum, has a footprint in 11 African countries, including Cameroon, Ethiopia, Zambia, Tanzania, and Côte d’Ivoire, among others.

The corporation’s nine-month profit in 2026 jumped 31 per cent, while its revenue hit N3.8 trillion, boosted by improved revenue from cement and clinker sales.