Connect with us

News

‘I will kill any terrorist who enters P’Harcourt,’ says Asari-Dokubo

Published

on

Former militant leader and Niger Delta activist, Mujahid Asari-Dokubo, has warned Boko Haram fighters not to enter Port Harcourt, saying he will not hesitate to confront and kill any terrorist who attempts to operate in the city.

In a viral video reacting to the rising cases of killings and kidnappings across Nigeria on Tuesday, Asari-Dokubo said his faith as a Muslim will not stop him from fighting back if attacked.

He said, “If Boko Haram comes to Port Harcourt, you know sey my business na to kill them. I dey Zamfara dey kill them, I dey Plateau dey kill them, I dey Niger dey kill them. If they come to Port Harcourt, my business is to kill them.

“This thing I’m telling you is raw. I’m not like those people who do sisi sisi, this and that, apologetic. I am a Muslim. If you come to fight me, I will kill you. That one is no compromise.”

His comments sparked fresh debate over his growing influence in security matters and his long history of armed activity in the Niger Delta.

Asari-Dokubo is an Ijaw activist, businessman, and former militant commander from the Niger Delta.

He was born into a Christian family but converted to Islam in the 1990s. He later became involved in student activism and Ijaw youth struggles after dropping out of law programmes at two Nigerian universities.

His rise began with the Ijaw Youth Council, where he became president in 2001, pushing for resource control and environmental justice. By 2003, he founded the Niger Delta People’s Volunteer Force, a militant group that carried out attacks on oil infrastructure during the height of the region’s unrest.

See also  Rivers Assembly attacks Fubara over infrastructure collapse, N600bn savings

He was detained on treason charges in 2005 but released in 2007, later receiving a presidential pardon in 2011.

After laying down arms, Asari moved into business and private security work. Reports have linked him to multimillion-naira pipeline security contracts in the 2010s. He later moved some of his investments to the Benin Republic, where he also launched an educational venture.

He now runs Royal Foushe Security Services, a licensed private security outfit that has been involved in several rescue operations, including the release of 19 hostages in the Niger Delta in May 2025.

Earlier this year, Asari was installed as a traditional ruler in Rivers State with the title Amanyanabo of Torusarama Piri.

He has also been active in politics, shifting alliances between southern and northern blocs, and has made a series of bold statements, including threats to resist foreign intervention in Nigeria.

FOLLOW US ON:

FACEBOOK

TWITTER

PINTEREST

TIKTOK

YOUTUBE

LINKEDIN

TUMBLR

INSTAGRAM

Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

News

Public officers are stealing Nigeria’s money every minute – EFCC boss

Published

on

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, says public officers steal funds every minute.

Olukoyede spoke in Abuja on Thursday at the 80th birthday celebration of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Kanu Agabi.

He stated that the anti-graft agency receives over 20,000 corruption petitions every year, describing the scale of the theft detailed in many cases as shocking.

“I receive over 20,000 petitions in a year in respect to public corruption, all terrible. What is going on? Like every minute, public officers take money, and if you go through some of our case files you will weep.

“The way people take national resources and Nigerians are victims of these fraudulent activities. And we must come together for once in our lifetime and say no to the activities of some of our leaders,” Olukoyede said.

The EFCC boss noted that some public officers assume office with less than ₦100,000 in their accounts, but within three years, the agency traces millions of dollars to them.

He added that some individuals acquire hundreds of houses while in office, warning that corruption is crippling the nation.

Olukoyede stressed that public officers must be held accountable for their time in office, emphasizing that transparency must remain the guiding standard in public service.

FOLLOW US ON:

FACEBOOK

TWITTER

PINTEREST

TIKTOK

YOUTUBE

LINKEDIN

INSTAGRAM

See also  Trump, CNN clash over Iran ‘victory’ report
Continue Reading

News

VIDEO: Police identify officer in viral video saying Obi can never be President

Published

on

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested an officer who appeared in a viral video making inappropriate remarks about Peter Obi and Igbo people while travelling on public transport.

The officer who has been identified as INSP. Osumah Frank, was filmed saying Obi or any Igbo person can never become President of Nigeria.

In a statement released today September 25, the command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola said the command has commenced appropriate disciplinary action against the officer in line with established regulations of the Nigeria Police Force.

Abimbola stated that the statements made by the officer were made in his personal capacity and do not represent the position, views or official disposition of the Lagos State Police Command or the Nigeria Police Force.

She added that the State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, has reiterated the position of the command that all its personnel are expected to maintain professionalism, civility, discipline and respect for members of the public at all times. She further reaffirmed that wearing the Police uniform comes with a responsibility to uphold the dignity and integrity of the Force, and that the Command will not condone any conduct capable of bringing the Force into disrepute or undermining public confidence in the Police.

FOLLOW US ON:

FACEBOOK

TWITTER

PINTEREST

TIKTOK

YOUTUBE

LINKEDIN

INSTAGRAM

See also  Nigeria tightens surveillance as Ebola kills 80 in Congo
Continue Reading

News

Court rejects suit seeking fresh police investigation into late singer Mohbad’s death

Published

on

The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to compel the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a fresh investigation into the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.

Justice James Omotosho dismissed the case filed by the Registered Trustees of Break the Silence Foundation in a judgment delivered on Thursday, ruling that the foundation lacked the legal capacity to institute the suit.

The judge also described the application as speculative and lacking sufficient merit, noting that the foundation failed to produce the original police investigation report to support its claim that the earlier investigation was inadequate.

Justice Omotosho further cautioned lawyers handling ongoing cases against discussing matters before the court during media interviews or on social media, describing such conduct as professional misconduct.

FOLLOW US ON:

FACEBOOK

TWITTER

PINTEREST

TIKTOK

YOUTUBE

LINKEDIN

INSTAGRAM

See also  Rivers Assembly attacks Fubara over infrastructure collapse, N600bn savings
Continue Reading

Trending