Governor Samuel Ortom's Aide, Teshaku Arrested

Governor Samuel Ortom will allow the law take its course after the Nigerian Army arrested one of his aides for allegedly masterminding recent killings in Benue State, his top adviser has told PREMIUM TIMES.

Aliyu Teshaku, head of Benue Livestock Guards, was arrested on Friday by the the Army’s 707 Special Forces Brigade in Makurdi on suspicion of his involvement in some of the deadly attacks recorded across the state since January 1.

The Army said Mr Teshaku was a Boko Haram suspect and his arrest had input from the police and the State Security Service (SSS).

Some of the allegations include his alleged involvement in the attack on a Catholic Church on Tuesday in which at least 15 worshipers were killed, including two Catholic priests.
But some Benue activists are seeing his arrest as a persecution for his fierce opposition to herdsmen activities in the state.

Leaders of Miyetti Allah have repeatedly called for Mr Teshaku’s arrest, accusing him of enforcing the anti-open grazing law and leading a militia allegedly raised by the governor.
While announcing the arrest, Olabisi Ayeni, spokesperson for the Nigerian Army in Makurdi, said security agents moved in in time to prevent attacks that were being hatched by Mr Teshaku and his cohorts in Bauchi, Borno and Yobe and Nasarawa States.

The Army described him as Aminu Yaminu (a.k.a.: Tashaku), but PREMIUM TIMES findings revealed that the suspect’s name is Aliyu Teshaku.

He was once detained at the Force Headquarters in June 2011 when he turned himself in after being declared wanted as a Boko Haram suspect. But he was later released by the Defence for the January 1 killings of over 100 people in Logo and Guma Local Government Areas of Benue, Mr Teshaku was accused of being the head of a militia allegedly raised by Mr Ortom.

Mr Ortom also denied the allegations of raising any militia, saying the Nigerian security agencies should rise to their duty and end killings of his people. He inherited Mr Teshaku’s group from former Governor Gabriel Suswam and kept it in place because of continued attacks by suspected herdsmen.

Read full story here: https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/266515-governor-ortom-speaks-as-army-arrests-aide-for-masterminding-benue-killings.html?opt=list_auto&app=h5_iflow&reco_id=735e1250-ed4a-4be6-be04-80c98ee47ef8&rs=mix&channel_id=10069901&entry1=card&entry2=more&entry=browser&uc_param_str=dnfrpfbivesvmtsscpgimibtbmntniladsnwktch

Comments

#RamadanDailyDigest: Breaking Bad Habits With Sunnah - Why Ramadan Is The Best Time To Turn New Leaf (Ramadan Day 15)

Just as #RamadanDailyDigest has given different insights into different aspects of Islam from Ramadan Day 1 to 14, it will continue with Ramadan Day 15, which makes it half of the sacred month of fasting. We have reached the middle of this blessed month. We have arrived at a powerful checkpoint for self-evaluation. We have ascended to a spiritual position that should make us closer to Allah. Have we reduced our bad habits ? Have we strengthened our Sunnah practices? Have we increased in more acts of worship? READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Do You Know The Beautiful Names Of Allah? Daily Reflection For Every Muslim (Ramadan Day 14) Ramadan is not just about fasting; it is a divine opportunity to reset spiritually, mentally, and behaviourally. It is the best time to break away from destructive habits and replace them with the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Why Ramadan Is the Best Time to Break Away from Bad Habits Allah says in the Glorious Qur'an (2:183): “O you who believe, f...

#RamadanDailyDigest: What Roles Should Families And Communities Play In Ramadan? (Ramadan Day 17)

On Ramadan Day 17, #RamadanDailyDigest dived into the responsibilities of families and communities during the holy month of Ramadan. This is often described as a personal spiritual journey , however, it is also a powerful community experience. From shared Iftar meals to congregational prayers and acts of charity, the blessed month strengthens the relationships between families, neighbours, and the larger Muslim Ummah. On Ramadan Day 17, it is important to reflect on the role that families and communities should play in making Ramadan spiritually meaningful and socially impactful. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Creating Ramadan Schedules That Work All The Time (Ramadan Day 16) Allah reminds the believers in the Glorious Qur'an (49:10) that: “The believers are but brothers, so make peace between your brothers and fear Allah that you may receive mercy.” The blessed month of Ramadan provides the perfect environment for nurturing this brotherhood and unity. Ramadan Begins at...

#RamadanDailyDigest: Counting Your Blessings Through Reflection On The Glorious Qur’an - Hearts Of Gratitude (Ramadan Day 24)

As Ramadan Day 24 has come and gone, #RamadanDailyDigest opines that it did not just come and went without so much lessons to learn. As Muslims around the world are deep into the final nine or ten nights of this sacred month of Ramadan, these nights are filled with prayer, reflection, and a renewed connection with Allah. One of the most powerful spiritual practices encouraged during this period is gratitude to Allah. That is recognising and appreciating the countless blessings and favours Allah has given us. READ THIS TOO: #RamadanDailyDigest: Roles And Rights Of Women In Ramadan - Dignity, Respect And Spiritual Equality (Ramadan Day 23) The Glorious Qur'an repeatedly reminds the believers to reflect on the blessings of life. When Muslims recite and contemplate the Glorious Qur’an during the holy month of Ramadan, they develop hearts filled with gratitude, humility, and trust in Allah. Gratitude: A Core Teaching in the Glorious Qur’an Gratitude is a main topic in the Glorious Qur...

Naijaloveinfo

Search This Blog