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NSCDC arrests man for raping 12-year-old girl in Bauchi

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Bauchi State Command has arrested have arrested a 20-year-old man, Ibrahim Saudiq, for allegedly r3ping a 12-year-old girl in Misau Local Government Area of the state.

The command’s spokesman Saminu J Yusuf, disclosed this in a statement on January 9, 2025, when he paraded the Saudiq alongside nine other suspects arrested for vandalism and theft in the state.

According to him, the suspect allegedly lured the victim to an uncompleted building and forcefully had carnal knowledge of her.

“On the 27th Dec, 2024, at Misau local government, Ibrahim Saudiq, male , 20yrs from Misau was arrested by NSCDC personnel for forcefully having carnal knowledge of a 12-year-old girl named Aisha Muda from Misau, in an uncompleted building,” he said.

Similarly, seven suspected vandals were arrested at zaranda village in Toro local government, on 24th Dec, 2024 in the process of vandalising the old Nitel tower.

The suspects include Hassan Sadiq, male, 31 yrs, Muhammed Sani, male,32 yrs, Jamiu Umar, male, 45yrs, Zilkifulu Muhammed, male, 30yrs, Sani Muhammed, male, 48yrs, Aliyu Manga, male, 48yrs, fand Mohammad Maigari Muhammed, male, 45yrs, all from Bauchi.

Items such as six oxyacetylene gas cylinders , perimeter fencing wire mesh and part of vandalised tower were recovered.

“On the 31st Dec, 2024, at Alkabir Global
Investment Filling Station in Kajutu Turum area of Bauchi metropolis, two suspects namely Idris Musa, male 24 yrs from Bauchi and Muhammed Muhammed male, 24yrs, from Bauchi were apprehended for stealing 2 drums that powered Lister generator and these items were recovered.

“The State Commandant, Oloyede Nelson Oyerinde while addressing the gentlemen of the press, commends his personnel for their commitment to safeguarding public infrastructures.

“He reiterated that the corps resolves to get rid of vandalism and warned perpetrators to desist or face legal consequences.

“He added that all the suspects confessed to have committed the crimes and they will be prosecuted in accordance with the law at the conclusion of the investigation.

“He urged Bauchi state residents to assist the corps with vital information that can help fight against vandalism and other crimes.”

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Policeman remanded for allegedly raping teenager inside Lagos office

An Ogba Magistrate Court in Lagos State, on Tuesday, ordered the remand of 56-year-old policeman Owolabi Akinlolu at the Maximum Correctional Centre Kirikiri for allegedly raping a 17-year-old girl in his office.

Owolabi, a Deputy Superintendent of Police at the Ogudu Police Station in Lagos, allegedly raped the survivor in his office after promising to help recover her phone, which was stolen by one-chance robbers while she was returning from Ikeja with her grandmother and siblings.

Akinlolu reportedly summoned the teenager to his office on June 29, claiming they had apprehended the suspect who had stolen her phone two weeks earlier.Upon arriving at the police station, the senior police officer allegedly locked his office door behind him and raped the teenager.

In July 2024, the survivor’s mother, Mrs Aramide Olupona, accused the police of attempting to cover up the case, revealing that the suspect’s wife and family had pleaded with her to drop the charges, as Akinlolu was set to retire in December 2024.

At the Magistrate Court 11 on Tuesday, the prosecution counsel, backed by a seven-paragraph affidavit, urged the court to remand the defendant, stating that the offence of defilement violates Section 137 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015.In response to the prosecution’s request, Magistrate O.O. Fagboun ordered the defendant’s remand at the Maximum Correctional Centre and adjourned the case until March 11, 2025, for trial and further proceedings. Punch

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Saudi Arabia releases new 2025 Hajj rules, bans children, updated visa policies

Saudi Arabia has announced new changes to the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, including a new restriction barring children from participating.

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah stated that the move aimed to protect children from potential dangers posed by heavy crowds during the pilgrimage.

The decision is part of broader efforts to ensure a safer and more seamless Hajj experience.

According to the ministry, the large crowds during Hajj pose serious risks to children, making this precautionary measure necessary.

Additionally, priority for the 2025 Hajj will be given to first-time pilgrims to allow more Muslims the opportunity to undertake this religious obligation at least once in their lives.

● Changes in visa regulations

Starting February 1, 2025, Saudi Arabia will issue only single-entry visas for pilgrims from 14 countries, including India, to prevent unauthorized Hajj participation.

Authorities noted that unauthorized pilgrimages had contributed to overcrowding at key sites, making crowd management and safety more challenging.

The updated visa policy aims to improve the overall Hajj experience by controlling the number of attendees.

Saudi authorities continue to refine Hajj regulations to make the pilgrimage safer and more organized.

Pilgrims are encouraged to register through official channels and follow the new guidelines to avoid complications.

Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia had also introduced significant changes to its visa policy, effective February 1, 2025, limiting travellers from 14 countries to single-entry visas.

This move aims to address concerns over unauthorized Hajj pilgrims entering the country on long-term visit visas.

● Affected Countries

The new regulations target travellers from the following nations: Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sudan, Tunisia, and Yemen. As part of the policy shift, the Saudi government has indefinitely suspended the one-year multiple-entry visas for tourism, business, and family visits from these countries.

●¡Hajj registration and new payment options

Saudi citizens and residents can register for the 2025 Hajj season via the Nusuk app or the official website. Applicants are required to verify their personal details and register their travel companions.

A new instalment-based payment plan has also been introduced for domestic pilgrims. Payments can be made in three stages: a 20% deposit within 72 hours of booking, followed by two 40% instalments due by Ramadan 20 and Shawwal 20. The ministry clarified that reservations will only be confirmed once the final payment is received.

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Troops rescue three kidnap victims in Plateau

Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), have successfully rescued three kidnapped victims along the Barkin Ladi-Mangu road in Mairana village, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Intelligence sources said the rescue operation was carried out on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, following intelligence on the abduction.

The sources said that the victims were kidnapped at approximately 7:45 a.m. on February 11, 2025.

In response, troops from Sector 8 of Operation Golden Peace swiftly mobilized to the scene, where they discovered a red Ford Space Bus parked along the roadside.

Troops immediately conducted a search operation in the surrounding bushes, leading to the successful rescue of the three victims unharmed.

The kidnappers had abandoned them and fled upon sighting the advancing security personnel.

The victims were reunited with their vehicle and continued their journey safely. Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing criminals.

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