By Eric Elezuo

Tragedy struck on Tuesday at the National Assembly complex when the Deputy Comptroller of Finance Administration and Technical Service, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Essien Etop Andrew, slumped and died.

The deceased was appearing before a House Committee when the unfortunate incident occurred, according to a statement signed by House Spokesman/Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Akin Rotimi Jnr.

The statement reads:

“It is with deep sadness and regret that we confirm the passing of an esteemed official of the Nigeria Customs Service who was at the National Assembly for an engagement with a House Committee.

During the engagement, which occurred around 1.00pm on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, the official developed sudden health complications. Despite the immediate and diligent efforts of first responders and medical personnel at the National Assembly Clinic, he unfortunately passed away.

Out of respect for the family, the official’s name will not be disclosed at this time.

The House of Representatives extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased during this difficult time. We recognize the significant contributions he made to the Nigeria Customs Service and to our nation.

The House of Representatives stands ready to support efforts to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident and is cooperating fully with all relevant authorities to ensure all necessary protocols are followed.

The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD., expressed his condolences, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a dedicated public servant. Our hearts go out to his family during this difficult time.”

Further information will be provided as it becomes available. We ask for patience and respect for the privacy of the family during this period of mourning.

Our sympathies are with his loved ones.”

Thank you.

Source: CKNNews

The FCT Police Command have arrested suspected killers of a retired Army General in Abuja.

Brigadier General Uwem Harold Udokwe, was murdered by suspected armed robbers at his residence.

The late brigadier general was attacked at his Sunshine Homes Estate by armed robbers at about 3am, on Saturday.

The Police in a video obtained by CKNNews revealed one of the killers.

The 33 year suspect by the Ibrahim Rabiu from Kano State claimed he led the group.

According to him, five of them were involved in the operation.

He claimed that they live with the Apo area of Abuja

When pressed further on the gun belonging to the General which they made away with , he stated that it was handed over to someone whom he also named

He also revealed the name of members of the gang that stabbed the general several times until he died

Police investigation and interrogation is still ongoing.

CKNNews

The Police have reportedly stormed the emir’s palace in Kano, and displaced the hunters protecting Muhammadu Sanusi, the recently reinstated emir.

This was said to be a move aimed at securing the main palace for the relocation of Aminu Bayero, the deposed 15th Emir of Kano, following a court order that faulted his dethronement.

On Thursday, a federal high court in Kano nullified all actions of the state government repealing the Emirates Council Law of 2019.

In his ruling, Muhammad Liman, the presiding judge, said the defendants were aware of an interim order previously granted by the court but ignored it and implemented the law.