Cult Leader Escapes Mob Justice Amid Rising Tensions in Benin City
The leader of the Eiye Confraternity in Benin City narrowly avoided lynching by a mob after his group attacked a social gathering. Security forces intervened to protect him and his members. Simultaneously, CSP John Ladan received an award for reducing crime in Rivers State. The state government is selecting candidates for the National Health Fellows Programme, while the Nigeria Civil Service Union condemned Supreme Court rulings related to the political crisis in Rivers State.
In Benin City, Edo State, the leader of the Eiye Confraternity, known as Sam, narrowly escaped lynching by an angry mob after leading an attack on a social gathering. The incident occurred along the Third East Circular Road, where the cultists attempted to intimidate attendees with dangerous weapons to steal their belongings. However, members of a nearby vigilante group intervened and surrounded the cultists, thereby inciting a mob that accused them of causing chaos for over a decade.
As the mob prepared to enact their punishment, Sam pleaded for mercy, confessing to numerous past crimes, including the near-fatal assault on Feraboy Scott in 2017. At that time, Scott was attacked by the gang after they learned he was dating Jennifer, the cult leader’s former girlfriend. The gang left Scott severely injured, but he survived, which led to continuous threats against his life, ultimately forcing him to flee the city.
Fortunately for Sam and his group, security personnel arrived in unmarked vehicles just in time to prevent the mob from carrying out their intentions. The authorities managed to transport the cultists away from the escalating situation, averting a potentially violent consequence for their actions.
In related news, a non-governmental organization acknowledged CSP John Ladan, a Divisional Police Officer in Omoku, with an award for outstanding service and crime reduction in the region. The chairman of the South South Media Association praised Ladan’s efforts and emphasized the strong community support under his leadership.
Moreover, the Rivers State Government, in collaboration with the World Health Organization, has commenced interviews for the National Health Fellows Programme. This initiative aims to enroll health professionals to alleviate the burdens faced by Nigerians seeking healthcare. A total of 774 fellows are expected to be selected nationwide, with 23 candidates from Rivers State alone.
In a politically charged atmosphere, the Nigeria Civil Service Union has condemned recent Supreme Court judgments regarding the Rivers State political crisis, deeming them unacceptable. The union’s leaders argue that these rulings threaten to undermine democracy within the state and call upon civil servants to support Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara amid these challenges, reinforcing the need for unity against perceived injustices in the political landscape.
In summary, recent events in Benin City highlight the ongoing violence associated with cult activities and the intervention of community vigilance. Meanwhile, recognition of law enforcement efforts and health initiatives indicates progress in local governance. Concurrently, the discontent surrounding Supreme Court rulings underlines the fragility of political stability in Rivers State, prompting civil servants to rally in support of their governor to uphold democracy and justice.
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