A 37-year old woman, Anurika Nweme, has been rescued from an angry mob after she was accused of invading a hospital with intent to abduct a new born for sale.

The woman was said to have been apprehended by persons in Divine Mercy Hospital, Eze Iweka Road, Awada, Obosi, Anambra State, after she dressed like a nurse to gain access into the hospital, making a recording of a newborn child, while allegedly making a secret phone call to some people about the gender of the baby they want.

A press release by the Anambra State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, stated that the woman was taken away by police operatives after a crowd attempted to lynch her.

The release also stated that investigation have commenced to ascertain the truth in the matter, if truly her mission was to steal a newborn.

In a video seen online, a nursing mother who had just been delivered of a baby boy said the woman approached her and was asking the gender of her baby, and later started making calls to tell someone on the other end about the gender available.

Ikenga said, “The Anambra State Police Command has commenced an investigation into an alleged child trafficking incident following the rescue of a female suspect Anurika Nweme aged 37 years from an angry mob by Police Operatives attached to Awada Divisional Headquarters at Divine Mercy Hospital, Eze Iweka Road, Awada, Obosi.

“According to eyewitness accounts, the suspect in the afternoon of 23rd June 2026 allegedly gained access to the hospital premises disguised in attire resembling that of a nurse and was observed making secret video recordings of newborn babies in the maternity ward. 

“When questioned by hospital staff and other persons present, she reportedly claimed to be an employee of the hospital. However, upon verification, the management of the Hospital confirmed that she was not a member of its staff.

“The suspect is currently in protective custody and assisting the investigating police officers in identifying others involved,” the spokesperson said.

Two persons have been killed following an attack by suspected terrorists on commuters travelling on motorcycles along the Okoloke–Egbe Road in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State.

This is contained in post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region.

Zagazola stated that the incident occurred at about 9:25 am on June 23 as the victims were heading to the Egbe Market.

He that said troops of the 12 Brigade, deployed at Okoloke and Okunran, swiftly responded to reports of the attack.

According to him, two commuters were killed in the assault, while several others escaped from the scene.

“The troops evacuated the bodies of the deceased and intensified patrols across the general area to prevent further attacks and deny the perpetrators freedom of action.

“Security agencies have continued efforts to track down those responsible for the attack,” the security expert noted.

Residents of Tse Orhungul, a settlement located near Yogbo in the Mbayer/Yandev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area, Benue State, have been thrown into fear following an attack allegedly carried out by armed herders, resulting in the death of one person and serious injuries to another.

The violent incident reportedly occurred on Tuesday evening after a disagreement linked to cattle grazing on a maize farm close to the community.

Sources within the area disclosed that some youths discovered cattle feeding on crops and seized one of the animals. The cow was subsequently taken to a security post in Yogbo.

Community members explained that the move was aimed at compelling the cattle owners to come forward and discuss compensation for the destruction caused to the farmland.

While the youths were still at the security post, the suspected herders allegedly entered the village and came across two brothers, identified as Verse and Terkimbir, who were working on their farm behind the settlement.

Witnesses said the attackers assaulted the brothers with machetes and swords, leaving them with severe injuries before escaping.

A resident familiar with the incident revealed that Verse suffered critical machete cuts and was rushed to a medical facility for urgent treatment.

“The information that reached us this afternoon is that he did not survive the injuries,” the source said.

His younger brother, Terkimbir, also sustained multiple wounds during the attack and was taken to hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment and is reported to be in stable condition.

Residents noted that the family had previously suffered a similar tragedy. 

They recalled that the victims’ younger sister was allegedly attacked in March and has remained under medical care since then.

The latest incident has further heightened anxiety among locals, many of whom have repeatedly expressed concern over recurring attacks and violent clashes involving suspected armed herders in the area.

Attempts to get an official reaction from the police were unsuccessful.

As of the time this report was filed, the Benue State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet, had not responded to inquiries regarding the attack.