Youth President Hangs Self In Bayelsa

The loss of Raphael Ebezpeke has left the community reeling

Bayelsa State

Tragedy struck the Polaku community in Bayelsa State as Raphael Ebezpeke, a 40-year-old father of two and the youth President of the Polaku Community, reportedly took his own life by hanging himself.

Ebezpeke’s lifeless body was discovered hanging from a tree by some youths in a nearby bush last Monday, sending shockwaves through the community. According to sources, he had been grappling with mental health issues, which ultimately led to this devastating incident.

Reports from the community suggest that Ebezpeke had spoken about feeling pursued by unseen forces intent on ending his life. In January, he had fled his home in distress, only to return later. His sisters recounted how he had exclaimed, “they want to kill me,” before disappearing into the bush, where he was later found deceased.

A youth leader from Gbarain community, while expressing sorrow over Ebezpeke’s death, acknowledged his struggles with mental health. Efforts were made to support him through counselling and encouraging a healthier lifestyle. Concerns were also raised about his association with individuals involved in substance abuse, with efforts made to guide him away from such influences.

The loss of Raphael Ebezpeke has left the community reeling, highlighting the importance of mental health awareness and support systems in preventing similar tragedies.

Police arrest 57-year-old woman , 24 others over high cost of food protest in Minna

Niger State Police Command says it has arrested one Aisha Jibrin, a 57 year old woman, for masterminding a violent protest over the hike in the price of food items in Minna, the state capital, on Monday.

The police said the actions of Jibrin and others constituted a breach of public peace and caused inconvenience to other road users.

Recall that a mammoth crowd had gathered to protest the cost of living crisis and economic hardship. They reportedly blocked Minna-Bida road and Kpakungu Roundabout.

The command, in a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer, PRO, Wasiu Abiodun, said the protesters caused major obstruction on the highway and deprived motorists, travellers and other road users of gaining access to attend to their lawful businesses.

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