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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command, says it has arrested two suspects for allegedly raping two minors, 13 and 15-year-old girls, in Akure, the state capital.

SC Daniel Aidamenbor, Head, Media & Public Relations of the command, made this known in a statement on Wednesday in Akure.

Aidamenbor, who explained that the two suspects, aged 22 and 38, committed the offences on March 13 and April 13, said they were arrested at different places in the state.

“In two separate cases, one Emeka Chidi Innocent, a farmer aged 22, raped a 13-year-old girl on March 3. Chidi (suspect) has since been on the run until he was tracked and arrested at Idanre, in Idanre Local Government Area of the state.

Also, Ayodele John, a tiler aged 38, defiled a 15-year-old minor in her parents’ house in Akure on April 13 and was arrested on April 14.

“Both suspects have made confessional statements and will be charged to court to serve as deterrent to others,” he said.

Aidamenbor, therefore, called on parents and members of the public on the need for proper profiling and checks on their artisans.

“Parental duties should not be outsourced. In these cases, both suspects are known to the victims and their parents” he said.

NSCDC Arrests Two Accused Of Raping Minors In Ondo is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Legal counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Aloy Ejimakor, has argued that branding IPOB as a terrorist sponsor is fundamentally flawed and unjustifiable.

Ejimakor made this known in a statement on his X account on Wednesday.

Recall that the Nigerian government recently released a list of 48 terrorist sponsors with IPOB named.

The Nigerian government’s move comes amid a renewed wave of insecurity in the country, with several military officers losing their lives to terrorists.

Reacting, Ejimakor maintained that every native of the former Eastern Nigeria, commonly referred to as Biafra or Ndịgbo, is inherently a member of IPOB by ethnic identity.

“This Truth is Self-Evident: Every native of former Eastern Nigeria/Biafra (or NNdigbo) is ethnically a bonafide MEMBER of the Indigenous People of Biafra,” he wrote.

He further argued that labeling IPOB as a terrorist sponsor is equivalent to categorizing other regional socio-cultural identities as terrorist groups, describing such a move as a “misnomer that cannot stand.”

Ejimakor drew parallels with groups representing other regions, suggesting that tagging IPOB in such a manner would be similar to branding Arewa or Oduduwa entities as terrorist sponsors.

The remarks come amid ongoing debates and legal controversies surrounding IPOB’s status and activities in Nigeria.

Labeling Igbos, IPOB members terrorist sponsors flawed – Ejimakor to Nigerian govt

The Ogun State Government has explained the cause of recent flooding along the Iperu-Ilishan Road, assuring residents that steps are already being taken to address the situation.

The development was disclosed in a statement shared in April 2026 on the official page of the government.

According to the statement, preliminary findings showed that the flooding, particularly around a shop in Iperu Town, was linked to its location below road level, which made it vulnerable to water accumulation.

The government added that blocked drainage channels along the corridor also contributed to the incident, noting that heaps of laterite from previous construction works had obstructed the free flow of storm water.

It further explained that the intensity of rainfall at the time increased the volume of water, worsening the situation.

“The flooding recorded at a tiller-seller’s shop in Iperu Town occurred largely because the structure is situated below the current road level,” the statement read.

In response, Governor Dapo Abiodun was said to have ordered the immediate deployment of equipment to clear the affected drainage systems and remove blockages.

The statement noted that workers have already been mobilised to begin clearing sand and laterite from the drainage paths, while additional equipment is expected on site to speed up the process.

It added that the floodwater has since receded, with the road now accessible to motorists.

The government, however, advised residents to avoid dumping refuse in drainage channels, warning that such actions could hinder proper water flow and lead to future flooding.

Officials also reiterated the state’s commitment to maintaining infrastructure and improving drainage systems across affected areas.

Ogun govt explains Iperu-Ilishan flooding, begins drainage clearance

Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attack by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on Benisheikh in Borno State, preventing an attempted overrun of the town.

The development was disclosed in a post shared by security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, via his X handle.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 11:15 p.m. on April 14, 2026.

The sources stated that troops of the Headquarters 29 Task Force Brigade came under attack but successfully repelled the insurgents, forcing them to retreat.

No soldier was reported killed in the encounter, although three personnel sustained injuries during the exchange of gunfire.

The injured troops were evacuated to the 7 Division Medical Services and Hospital for treatment.

The military said the number of casualties on the side of the attackers could not be immediately confirmed, noting that follow-up operations were ongoing to track fleeing fighters and assess the extent of damage.

Sources added that the overall security situation in the area remains calm but unpredictable.

Borno: Three officers sustain injuries as troops foil ISWAP attack

Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, and the US president, Donald Trump, have both said the war in Iran should end quickly.

The Iranian president said his country wants to talk and not fight. Pezeshkian, however, warned that any attempt by the US to impose its will or force Tehran to give in is sure to fail.

In comments shared by the official Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), he stated, “Iran does not want war or chaos and has always focused on talking and working together in a positive way with different countries.

“However, trying to make someone else give in or force the country to give up is sure to fail, and the Iranian people will never go along with that.”

In an interview on Sky News, Trump said the war with Iran might be coming to an end.

When Sky asked if a deal could happen before King Charles visits the US at the end of the month, Trump said, “It’s possible.” Very possible. “They look really hurt.”

In another interview with Fox News, the U.S. president said the war with Iran is “almost over, yeah, I mean I see it as very close to being over.”

Another quick preview of the interview shared on social media last night showed Trump saying, “If I left right now, it would take them [Iran] 20 years to rebuild that country.” And we’re not finished. “We’ll see what happens. I think they really want to make a deal.”

The clip came hours after he told the New York Post that another round of peace talks “could be happening over the next two days” in Pakistan.

Trump once said that the war was coming to an end. On April 1st, Trump spoke to the country and stated that the war was “almost over” and might end in “two or three weeks.”

War: Trump, Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian agree on peace

Pastor Chibuzor Chinyere, founder of Omega Power Ministries, has said his church operates a free rehabilitation programme for repentant kidnappers, armed robbers and cultists as part of efforts to curb rising crime.

Chinyere disclosed this in a statement shared on the church’s official Facebook page on Wednesday, noting that the initiative is fully funded through tithes and offerings.

According to him, individuals rescued from criminal camps are disarmed and enrolled in a structured rehabilitation process that combines spiritual guidance with vocational training.

“When I rescue them from camp, they surrender their guns, which I hand over to the police. They undergo spiritual and physical rehabilitation,” he said.

Chinyere further explained that the beneficiaries get baptised and formally processed by law enforcement authorities for documentation.

“They get water baptised. They are taken to police headquarters for documentation,” he said.

He also stated that the programme equips the beneficiaries with practical skills to support their reintegration into society.

“They are taught different skills in the OPM free school of skills like furniture making, welding, electrical and electronics training, scaffolding training, tailoring training, ICT training, oil and gas training, etc,” he said.

According to him, the initiative has been sustained for over 15 years through church funding and has yielded positive results.

“By the grace of God, for more than 15 years, God has used OPM to support the police in reducing crime. Many of these misled youths are no longer into crimes, but are now doing legal things,” he added.

The pastor recently made headlines after organising a marriage between a non-verbal autistic man, popularly known as Aboy, and an older woman in a ceremony held on March 29.

Pastor Opens Rehab For Repentant Kidnappers, Cultists is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

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Ekiti State Commissioner for Youth Development, Adesola Adedayo, has said that sustaining the administration of Ekiti state governor, Biodun Oyebanji beyond its current tenure is critical to guaranteeing economic stability and sustained development in the state.

Adedayo made the assertion on Wednesday in Ado Ekiti while hosting youth groups in his office, stressing that the governor’s continuity agenda remains the most viable pathway for consolidating ongoing reforms and achievements.

According to him, extending Oyebanji’s leadership till 2030 would deepen economic growth, strengthen security, improve infrastructure, and expand youth-focused programmes already gaining traction across the state.

“Continuity of the present government till 2030 will ensure economic stability, infrastructure facelift, security, and youth development that are gradually savouring a meteoric upswing in the policies of government,” he said.

The commissioner described Oyebanji as a transformational leader who has redefined governance in Ekiti through peace-building initiatives, strategic partnerships, and prudent resource management.

He added that the administration has fostered political harmony while driving economic and infrastructural progress.

Adedayo, however, took a swipe at opposition figures seeking to unseat the governor, describing them as inexperienced and lacking the capacity to govern effectively.

“Ekiti State can’t afford to fall back into a trial-and-error kind of leadership by ushering a neophyte to govern the state when the state already has a leader who is consolidating on the foundation laid by his predecessors,” he said.

“Just take a look at the opposition candidates, none of them has professed having any master plan that is better than what Governor Biodun Oyebanji is offering,” he added.

Highlighting Oyebanji’s political experience, Adedayo noted that the governor had previously served in multiple strategic roles, including Special Assistant, Chief of Staff, Commissioner, and Secretary to the State Government, which he said has equipped him with the expertise required to lead effectively.

The commissioner listed key achievements of the administration to include the establishment of an airport linking Ekiti to global destinations, construction of the Ado Ekiti flyover, expansion of intra- and inter-city road networks, and improved rural accessibility.

He added that the government’s commercial agriculture initiatives have created employment for over 4,500 youths, while more than 20,000 individuals have been engaged across formal and informal sectors. He also disclosed that over 2,000 youths have benefited from digital skills training programmes.

On revenue generation, Adedayo said the state had recorded significant growth under Oyebanji’s leadership.

“When Governor Oyebanji came into office, the internally generated revenue was between N700m and N800m monthly, but today, Ekiti rakes in between N2.5b and N3b monthly,” he said.

He attributed the increase to reforms such as the establishment of a digitalised Revenue House, which he said has eliminated leakages and improved efficiency in tax collection.

Adedayo urged residents of the state to support the continuity agenda, dismissing criticisms from opposition groups as unfounded.

He maintained that sustaining the current administration is not about political favouritism but about securing long-term benefits for the state.

“The continuity agenda is more of a favour to Ekiti people because of its inherent advantages than a favour to enhance the governor’s political prowess,” he said.

Oyebanji’s Continuity Key To Ekiti Growth, Says Commissioner is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The Federal Government has amended the charge against former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, removing the terrorism financing allegation, according to TheCable.

At the Federal High Court in Abuja, counsel to the Department of State Services (DSS), Akinlolu Kehinde, SAN, informed Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the amendment and applied for substitution of the original charge.

Counsel to the defendants, Shaibu Aruwa, SAN, confirmed service of the amended charge and raised no objection. Both defendants pleaded not guilty.

Justice Abdulmalik allowed them to continue on their existing bail conditions and adjourned the case to May 26 and June 15 for trial.

According to the amended charge, arms and live cartridges were allegedly recovered from the Malami family residence in Birnin Kebbi.

Malami and his son were initially arraigned on February 3 on a five-count charge that included terrorism financing and unlawful possession of firearms.

The former Attorney-General, who served under President Muhammadu Buhari from 2015 to 2023, is also facing separate proceedings involving alleged money laundering and asset forfeiture linked to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He has denied all allegations.

FG Amends Charges Against Malami, Removes Terrorism Financing Allegation is first published on The Whistler Newspaper