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Six Killed as Gunmen Rampage Villages in Plateau State

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3 years ago

June 21, 2023

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In a horrifying incident, suspected gunmen unleashed a wave of violence in Barkin-Ladi local government area of Plateau State, resulting in the death of six individuals and the destruction of numerous houses. The assailants, believed to have occupied the rock of Ropp, launched simultaneous attacks on the villages of Kai, Rapyam, Nding Sesut, and Lohalla in the Fan District of Barkin-Ladi on Sunday morning.

According to eyewitnesses, the coordinated attacks began at approximately 5:30 am, leaving several houses engulfed in flames and causing significant loss of life. Gabriel Musa, a resident of Fan, recounted the harrowing events and revealed that the casualties could have been even higher if not for the swift response of local hunters and vigilantes who bravely confronted the invaders.

The attacks also involved the rustling of over 100 cows, exacerbating the sense of terror and insecurity in the affected communities. In response to the escalating violence, the authorities of Mangu Council have imposed a curfew in the troubled areas, aiming to restore calm and protect the residents.

Efforts to obtain a statement from Plateau State Police spokesman, DSP Alfred Alabo, were unsuccessful at the time of reporting. The police are expected to provide more information regarding the incident and their ongoing efforts to apprehend the perpetrators.

The incident has once again highlighted the precarious security situation in Plateau State and the urgent need for enhanced measures to safeguard the lives and property of the local population. The attacks represent a grave threat to the peace and stability of the region, necessitating a comprehensive response from the security agencies and the government.

Plateau State has been grappling with persistent incidents of violence and banditry, causing immense suffering for innocent residents and hindering the socio-economic development of the area. It is imperative for all stakeholders, including the government, security agencies, and local communities, to collaborate closely in addressing the root causes of these attacks and ensuring the restoration of lasting peace.

As investigations into the Barkin-Ladi attacks continue, residents remain on edge, hoping for swift action from the authorities to bring the culprits to justice. The imposition of the curfew by Mangu Council is a vital step towards reestablishing order and safeguarding the lives of the local population.

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Benin Club’s Ladies Golf Captain Joy Omorogiuwa Reveals Factors Behind Glamour Of 31st BCGS Championship

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12 minutes ago

October 12, 2026

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The ladies golf captain of Benin Club in Edo State, Mrs Joy Omorogiuwa has revealed several factors that made their 31st BCGS championship a successful event filled with glamour, Sports247 reports.

Speaking during the well-attended competition’s final on Saturday, Omorogiuwa disclosed that it was made possible through sleepless hours of planning and combined efforts from all the members.

She thanked everyone who joined hands in organsing a highly successful 31st BCGS Ladies Open, which was eventually won by Ehis Igbinadolor, as she retained her Queen of the Greens trophy by carding 234 gross over 54 holes.

En route to clinching the prestigious title for the second year running, Igbinadolor beat a strong field of top female golfers, as she carded 80 gross on day one, played 78 and 76 gross on days two and three to top the leaderboard ahead of Diana Osmond.

However, Igbinadolor’s victory did not come easy, as Osmond kept swinging hard until the last put, but her 237 gross was only good enough for runner-up spot, three shots adrift, while Grace Ogeili had a late push with 245 gross to place third and Destiny Okoh hit 248 to take fourth spot.

Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) immediate past president, Evelyn Oyome carded 255 gross to finish fifth, Juliet Ogunwa placed sixth with 264 gross, as Love Okoho got 267 gross to complete the top seven, while Deborah Emifoniye won the hcp 19-28 category with a total gross score of 282 over three days.

Emigoniye warded off pressure from Angela Uwabor with 282 gross and Peace Irabor was third with 297, while BCGS captain, Stephen Ebaretonbofa got 86 gross to win the special guests and sponsors’ category, with the vice-captain, Victor Oriasotie second on 92 gross and Matthew Chadzimura third.

At the end of it all, Omorogiuwa thanked everyone for turning up and gave gratitude to God for the day’s huge success as well as for giving the organisers favourable weather throughout the long line of activities that began on Wednesday.

“The glamour and celebration is undoubtedly a reflection of hours of planning, coordination, sleepless night and self denial of comfort by the various committees. I am eternally grateful,” an elated Omorogiuwa stated.

Sports247 gathered further that this year’s BCGS Ladies Open had over 100 female golfers in attendance from all across the country, while also maintaining its status as one of Nigeria’s longest-running women’s golf competitions.

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Will the HomeView be Apple’s first smart home success?

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October 12, 2026

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Apple will announce a new smart home hub on Tuesday called the HomeView, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.

Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen multiple reports that Apple was working on a new smart home product, but now it seems the product has a name and a launch date. Gurman described the HomeView as a Siri-powered device with a display and an A18 chip, allowing customers to control their other smart home devices.

The HomeView will reportedly be available in two models — one designed for countertops and the other to be mounted on walls.

This would be Apple’s most serious bet on the smart home to date, after it failed to get much traction for its HomeKit software framework or its HomePod smart speaker.

Gurman reports that on Tuesday, Apple will also be unveiling updated versions of two other home devices, namely the Apple TV set-top box and the HomePod mini. Earlier this week, he said that Apple plans to announce a partnership with LG to create a smart lock, a thermostat, and a doorbell.