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Another suspect charged over killing of UK-based Nigerian teenager

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13 minutes ago

May 11, 2026

The Metropolitan Police Service has said a second teenager has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of 14-year-old British-Nigerian, Eghosa Ogbebor, in the Woolwich area of London.

The police disclosed this in a statement obtained on its website on Sunday, noting that the latest suspect, a 15-year-old boy whose identity was withheld for legal reasons, was arrested on Wednesday, May 6, and subsequently charged with murder.

PUNCH Metro had earlier reported that Eghosa was shot dead in Woolwich on April 2, with three teenagers initially arrested in connection with the incident.

The Metropolitan Police had said officers responded to reports of the shooting at about 3:40 pm and met the victim with gunshot injuries. Despite efforts by emergency responders, he was confirmed dead at the scene.

Giving an update, the police said the new suspect was scheduled to appear before the Barkingside Youth Court.

The statement noted that investigations into the incident, which occurred on Thursday, April 2, commenced after officers were called to Lord Warwick Street following reports of a shooting.

It added that officers, alongside paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, attended the scene and found Eghosa with severe injuries.

The statement read, “A boy has been charged in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Eghosa Ogbebor in Woolwich.

“An investigation was launched on Thursday, April 2, after police were called to Lord Warwick Street following reports of a shooting.

“Officers attended with the London Ambulance Service and located Eghosa with serious injuries. He sadly died at the scene.”

The Metropolitan Police added that Eghosa’s family continues to receive support from specially trained officers.

The statement further disclosed that this is the second charge filed in connection with the killing.

It noted that a 16-year-old boy from Romford had earlier been charged with murder on Friday, April 10, and was remanded in custody after appearing before the Thames Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, April 11.

The police added that several other suspects arrested in connection with the case had been released on bail pending further investigations.

“On Saturday, April 4, officers arrested a 19-year-old man in Woolwich on suspicion of murder. A 46-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. They have been released on bail pending further enquiries.

“Two boys, aged 14 and 16, and an 18-year-old man, were arrested on Friday, April 3, in connection with Eghosa’s death. They have also been bailed pending further enquiries. The investigation remains ongoing,” the statement added.

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One injured, residents flee as gunmen attack Rivers security outfit

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9 minutes ago

May 11, 2026

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Gunmen have opened fire on the head office of a local security outfit, codenamed OSPAC, at Erema Street in Omoku town, Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State, injuring one officer. OSPAC is the acronym for Onelga Security and Peace Advisory Committee.

It was gathered that the incident which occurred at about 8:10pm on Saturday night caused pandemonium as residents and passersby scampered for safety.

Though the reason for the attack could not be ascertained as at the time of filing this report, it was gathered that the assailants rode on two cars, one of which was an ash-coloured Lexus Jeep.

Speaking to newsmen on Sunday, the Public Relations Officer of the security outfit in Rivers State, Godknows Nkem, said its office is a place where people come to lodge various complaints.

Nkem, however, expressed surprise how the gunmen drove into the office and started shooting indiscriminately, leaving one of its personnel with an ankle injury.

He stated, “At that hour of the day, the gunmen drove in and started shooting sporadically. Nobody died, but one of our personnel sustained a bullet injury on his ankle. Our station guards later repelled the attack.

“The fear of OSPAC is the beginning of wisdom in the entire Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni LGA and Rivers State at large. Just that for the past eight months we came on board, our welfare has not been catered for. We have been struggling to survive.”

The state OSPAC image maker however urged residents of ONELGA to be law abiding and go about their normal activities without fear and assured that the perpetrators will be fished out.

When contacted on Sunday afternoon, spokesperson for the Rivers State Police Command, Blessing Agabe, an Assistant Superintendent of Police, confirmed the attack on the vigilante office, saying investigation is ongoing.

Agabe stated, “I can confirm the incident. No arrest for now because the incident happened late in the night, but investigation is ongoing to unmask the identities of the perpetrators with a view to bringing them to justice.”

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EFCC Declares Former Humanitarian Affairs Minister, Sadiya Farouk Wanted

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2 days ago

May 9, 2026

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, wanted over allegations of abuse of office and the diversion of public funds.

It was reports that the anti-graft agency made the announcement through a notice published on its official platform on Friday.

The commission asked members of the public with information about her location to report to any EFCC office through the contact details provided in the notice.

According to the EFCC, the former minister is 52 years old and comes from Zamfara State. The agency also listed her last known address as EN008, Okpo River, off Agulu Street, Maitama, Abuja. Umar Farouq served as minister between 2019 and 2023 during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari.

The development followed an earlier ruling by a Federal Capital Territory High Court in Apo on April 16, 2026. Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie issued an arrest warrant against the former minister after she and another defendant failed to appear in court for arraignment.

The court also approved the arrest of Bashir Nura Alkali, a permanent secretary in the ministry. Both men, alongside Sani Mohammed, are standing trial over a 21-count charge filed by the EFCC.

The charges are connected to alleged breach of trust and abuse of office involving public funds linked to a social intervention programme.

The EFCC claimed that about $1.3 million and ₦746.6 million were misappropriated. The commission said part of the money was supposed to be returned to the ministry after payments made under the programme, but was allegedly diverted for personal use.

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Troops Destroy Suspected IPOB Shrine, Recover Explosives In Enugu

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2 days ago

May 9, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Troops of Sector 1, Operation UDO KA, have destroyed a suspected ritual shrine and recovered improvised explosive devices during an operation in Imezi Owa, Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State.

It was reports that the Nigerian Army said the operation targeted alleged members of the Indigenous People of Biafra and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, Lt. Col. Olabisi Ayeni.

According to the statement, the operation was carried out on May 6 in collaboration with other security agencies following intelligence reports on alleged terrorist collaborators in the community.

The Army said troops on an intelligence-led patrol came under attack from gunmen operating from a building allegedly used as a hideout by IPOB and ESN members.

It said three soldiers sustained injuries during the exchange of gunfire and were evacuated to a military medical facility for treatment.

The statement read, “While troops were advancing on foot to the community, they were attacked from a building, resulting in injuries to three personnel.

“Despite the attack, troops maintained operational dominance, foiled the attack and secured the general area.”

IEDs Detonate During Operation

The Army said improvised explosive devices allegedly stored in the building detonated during the gun battle, causing a fire that destroyed the structure.

It added, “During the exchange of fire, improvised explosive devices stored by the terrorists in the building used as their hideout detonated and triggered a fire outbreak that destroyed the hideout.”

According to the military, troops later recovered additional IEDs, improvised hand grenades, and a shrine allegedly used for ritual activities during a search of the area.

The Army said the shrine was thoroughly searched and destroyed to prevent further criminal use.

One suspected collaborator was also arrested during the operation. The suspect was handed over to the Nigeria Police Force, Ezeagu Division, for further investigation.

The military urged residents of the community to remain calm and avoid harbouring criminal elements.

It also warned members and sympathisers of IPOB and ESN to desist from illegal activities or face the consequences.

The statement added, “Security forces remain resolute in their determination to build peace in the region and will continue to dismantle criminal networks and deny terrorists any freedom of action.”

Meanwhile, videos circulated online showed several houses engulfed in flames. Some residents claimed that at least seven compounds and about 10 houses were destroyed during the incident.

In one of the videos, residents alleged that an elderly, sick woman was trapped inside one of the burning buildings.

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