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GENERAL

CPC Alerts Nigerians On Adulterated Fuel

The Consumer Protection Council (CPC) has alerted Nigerians to beware of adulterated fuel, in circulation and has done so much harm to vehicles in the country. The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has started investigation into the matter.

Operators Fault Reforms In Oil Sector

Operators in the Oil and Gas sector have faulted President Yar'Adua's reform agenda in the sector. They maintain that the exercise would pull the country backwards, saying that Nigeria would not achieve the desired result because of government interference, which they said, have marred past reforms.

ECOWAS Renews Economic Pact With Europe

Ministers of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have resuscitated the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) with the European Union. Agreement regarding the proposed free trade zone for West Africa was stalled due to accusations with regards to the protection of the local industry.

Kenyan Leaders Agree On Unity Govt

After a two-month political crisis that led to over 1,500 deaths, Kenya's political leaders on Thursday agreed to form a coalition government.

Govt To Build Inland Ports In Seven States

The FG has concluded plans to construct inland container depots in seven states. It has also resolved to grant 17 air transport licenses to aviation operators.

3 Feared Dead As PDP, AC Supporters Clash

Supporters of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and those of the Action Congress (AC) recently clashed in Yola with about three persons feared dead. Five other supporters of the AC were reported dead in a road crash.

Oando Acquires 2 Shell Oil Blocks for $625m

Indigenous oil company, Oando Plc, has acquired Shell Nigeria’s 49.8 per cent stake in two oil blocks for $625.7m. Oando emerged the preferred bidder in a competitive bidding process. It made an immediate payment of 10 per cent of the sum penultimate Friday.

Tribunal Upholds Yar’Adua’s Election Amidst Tight Security

The Presidential elections petition tribunal in Abuja on Tuesday upheld the election of President Yar’Adua and his vice. Meanwhile Security around the country was tight in anticipation of any breach of law and order as a result of the judgment.

Yar’adua’s Victory: Military Warns Trouble Makers

The Defence Headquarters has hinted on a ploy to breach the peace and security of the nation following the Tuesday verdict of the presidential election tribunal. It warned any person with such plan to have a rethink or face the law. Meanwhile the Action Congress (AC) has described as “a veiled act of intimidation” the threat by the military.

Israel Offers To End Nigeria’s Electricity Problems

The Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Moshe Ram, said on Wednesday, that his country would help solve the power crisis in Nigeria by training Nigerian Engineers on new strategies in the power sector.

Security Lapses Threaten Vision 2020 – Soludo

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Chukwuma Soludo, has said that repositioning the economy based on Vision 2020 can be marred by insecurity as organised crimes and robbery attacks on banks are bad for the private sector.

Oil Hits Record $102 Per Barrel

Oil prices broke through a new intra-day high of $102 a barrel, Wednesday as a record slide in the U.S. dollar prompted investors to pump more money into energy futures.

Nigeria Wasted Oil Boom Opportunities – IMF

The President of the IMF, Dominique Strauss-Khan, has said that Nigeria had not taken good advantage of the excess revenue, accrued from the recent oil boom. But he noted that Nigeria has good reforms that must be preserved.

Police Officer Kills Self In Mpape

A mobile policeman was killed by his own gun through an accidental discharge at Mpape, in the suburbs of Abuja, after being knocked off his motor bike by a “hit and run” driver.

28 Stolen Vehicles Recovered In FCT

The police in Abuja have recovered 28 stolen vehicles from Kaduna, Sokoto and Nasarawa states. All the vehicles were stolen from Abuja and its environs.

Nigeria’s Oil Reserve To Last 43 Years

Nigeria’s oil reserve, put at 36.2bn barrels, is expected to last for the next 43 years, the lowest reserve life span among the members of the OPEC. The FG has set new targets of 40bn barrels reserve and four million barrels per day production by 2010.

Armoured Carriers: FG Raises Panel To Review Deadline

The Federal Government has set up a 10-man panel to work out a new deadline for banks to acquire armoured personnel carriers. This is against the backdrop of the failure of the banks to meet the February 1, deadline set by the Police.

Senate Moves To Avert Doctors’ Strike

The Senate on Wednesday passed a resolution to dialogue with the members of the Nigerian Medical Association to prevent a proposed nationwide strike.

NAFDAC, NDLEA Probe Narcotics Use In Cough Medications

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have begun a probe into the use of narcotics in cough medications, following its abuse by motorcyclists in northern Nigeria.

Nigeria Needs $600bn To Realise Vision 2020, Says Minister

The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Tijani Yahaya Kaura, has said that Nigeria needs $600bn to achieve its goal for vision 2020.

Nigeria, Ghana To Hold Talks Over Boundary Dispute

Nigeria and Ghana would soon hold talks to resolve their maritime boundary dispute. The Director General, National Boundary Commission, Sadiq Diggi, said boundary disputes with neighbouring countries have been resolved amicably.

82 Die In Turkish Troops, Kurdish Rebels Clash

Eighty-Two persons died, Wednesday, as Turkish troops and Kurdish rebels clashed in northern Iraq. Seventy-seven were Kurdish rebels. Meanwhile, more than 40 military trucks ferried troops toward the Iraqi border.

Police kill 50 In Kogi In reprisal Attack

About 50 persons were killed in Ogaminana in Kogi State following a reprisal attack by mobile policemen who lost two men during a clash between the youths and some trailer drivers. Several houses and vehicles were allegedly set ablaze by the security men.

Banks Donate 26 Armoured Vehicles To Police

The Bankers Committee, on Wednesday, donated 26 Armoured Vehicles to the Nigeria Police Force to help in combating crime in the country.

NIPCO To Flood Market With 600,000 Gas Cylinders

NIPCO Plc, a major petroleum products marketing company owned by Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), has made plans to import 600,000 gas cylinders into the market to promote the utilisation of Liquefied Petroleum Gas.

Agency Allays Fears Over Consumption Of Modified Foods

The National Biotechnology Development Agency (NABDA) has assured that foods that are termed artificial do not pose threat to human health. NABDA said that such foods, like every other new technology, are not without possible risks.

Okiro Stops Police Pay By Cash

Police high authority has directed all state police commands to open salary accounts for their men and discontinue with paying salaries by hand. The directive is aimed at checking the manipulation of the salaries of the rank and file by some officers.

Power: NERC Tasks Licensees on Steady Supply

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has charged beneficiaries of power generation licenses to meet their timelines and targets, as it reiterated its commitment to ensure that electricity is adequate and affordable to all users.

US Provides N8.2m Grant for Youth Devt

The US Government has provided a grant of $70,000 to help provide 400 Nigerian youths with work based experience in Bauchi and Kano states. The US Ambassador to Nigeria, Miss Robin Sanders said the partnership with Nigeria was to improve delivery of social sector services to promote understanding between both nations.

Yar'adua Insists On Removal Of Immunity Clause

President Ya'Adua has reiterated his administration's full support for the removal of the immunity clause in the constitution which shields the President, Vice President, governors and deputy governors from prosecution. Yar'Adua’s stance is predicated on the belief elected public office holders owe the people an obligation.

Why Police Investigations Are Delayed, by Okiro

The Inspector General of Police, Mike Okiro, Monday, attributed the delay in police investigations to lack of scientific investigation machines, saying that due to lack of scientific analysis, useful evidences hardly come up in some cases investigated.

Robbers Kill 2 at Sokoto Central Market

Armed robbers invaded the Sokoto Central market in a broad day robbery, killing two people. However, the state Commissioner of Police, Shehu Othman, said that the Police killed four of them in a shootout, 40 kms away from Sokoto.

NNPC Endorses First Biofuel Refinery in Nigeria

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has endorsed the first Biofuel refinery in Nigeria, located in Ondo state. The project would create employment for about 58,000 Nigerians in each participating state.

Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline Project on Course’

Minister of State for Energy, Gas, Mr Emmanuel Odusina has assured that the challenge facing the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline Project (TSGP) has been resolved, and the final decision on the project would be taken in the next four years. He stated that adequate gas supply has been set aside for the project, which would not affect domestic supplies.

Capital Oil Foils Attempt to Siphon 218,000MT Of Diesel

Capital Oil and Gas Industries Limited has hinted of alleged attempt by a syndicate to siphon about 218, 000mt of diesel from the Ibafon Jetty. Marketers have decried rising cases of shortfalls in the volume of imported products at discharge point.

NNPC Outlines Challenges To Upstream Development

The NNPC has listed insecurity; skill and capacity gaps; infrastructure; policy issues and funding as challenges to the development of the upstream oil industry, while indigenous firms lament lack of patronage from multinational joint venture operating companies.

BTDC to Empower Nigerians in Oil, Gas Sector

Concerned by the level of mediocrity in the Nigerian business and technical environment, Baklang Technical Development Centre (BTDC) in partnership with TriStar Oil Services Limited has concluded plans to train Nigerians to facilitate the idea of more Nigerians participating in the oil and gas industry.

Shell Nigeria Gas Connects More Firms To Distribution Network

Shell Nigeria Gas Limited (SNG) has added two additional companies to its gas distribution chain. Shell Nigeria Gas is one of Nigeria's certified gas distribution companies.

Three Face Trial In London Over Nigerian's Murder

Ademola Docherty, 27, and two others in London were Tuesday, charged to court in London, over the murder of a 15-year-old Nigerian, Sunday Essiet. Essiet, an orphan was stabbed to death in Woolwich, London, on February 19.

NPA To Pay Retirees, Begins Verification Exercise

After months of speculations and suspicions, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) management has agreed in principle to pay its 1991 retirees their gratuities and pension arrears from June 1991 till date, next month.

Yar’Adua Queries 78% Increase in 2008 Budget

President Yar’Adua on Tuesday objected to the 78 per cent increase made by the National Assembly to the 2008 budget. He also asked the National Assembly to reduce the increment in its overhead allocation from 70 to 20 per cent.

EU Boosts Nigeria’s Anti-graft Efforts with $30m

The European Union (EU) on Tuesday expressed its confidence in Nigeria's anti-graft efforts and is committing $30m to assist the fight against corruption, economic and financial crimes, including judiciary reforms. The project is the single largest project the EU is undertaking worldwide.

Why We Did Not Increase Production – OPEC President

President of OPEC, Dr. Chakib Khelil, Tuesday, explained that the body did not increase production of oil in the face of rising cost.  Khelil said that since the stocks were high and the level of products were high, there was no need to increase production.

S’African Police Arrest 4 for Robbing Nigerian Businessman

The police in Johannesburg said on Tuesday that they have arrested four suspects who allegedly robbed a Nigerian, Mr. Felix Osiagor.  Investigation into the case was still on.

Chevron Moves to Sell Downstream Stake

There are indications that Chevron Corporation has concluded plans to sell its downstream stake, Chevron Oil Plc. Investigations revealed that the company has decided to sell the downstream operations to a South African company, Engen, in spite of expressed interests by Nigerian companies like African Petroleum (AP).

FG To Focus on Sea Piracy

The Federal Government may have been attracted to reports of upsurge in pirates' attack on Nigerian territorial waters. Relevant government agencies have been asked to forward the action plan aimed at putting an end to upsurge in violent attacks on the high sea for approval of the Federal Executive Council.

FG To Resume Oil Exploration In Chad Basin –Yar'Adua

The FG will soon resume explorations at the Chad Basin, President Yar'Adua has assured. He gave the assurance in Maiduguri in reaction to an appeal from Governor Ali Modu Sheriff who was hosting him on a one-day official visit to Borno State.

Oil Majors Dominate Market

Trading activities on the floor of the Nigerian Stock Exchange remained bullish as the stock of major companies in the Petroleum Marketing continued to record gains in their share prices. Five Petroleum stocks led on the gainers' table.

Two PHCN’s Workers Jailed For Receiving Bribe

Two workers of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) in Nassarawa State have been sentenced to three years imprisonment each for receiving bribes. Their trial started after they were arrested in a sting operation carried out by the ICPC for demanding a bribe of N100, 000 in the course of performing their duties.

Nigeria Loses N5.3tr To Oil Shut-In In 3 Years

The Nigerian economy lost a colossal N5.3tr in the last three years, 2005, 2006 and 2007 owing to shut-in crude oil production in the troubled Niger-Delta, more money than is actually required to provide infrastructure development for the area.

Nigerian Criminal Justice System, A Failure – Amnesty International

Amnesty International has said the criminal justice system in Nigeria is failing Nigerians. The organisation exposed the country’s appalling prison system, which it describes as “filled with people whose rights are being systematically violated.”  It said about 65% of inmates had been awaiting trial for over 10 years.

PORT HARCOURT AND ENVIRONS

Navy Kills 2, JTF Arrests 3 kidnappers in R/State

Nigerian Navy in Rivers State on Wednesday killed two sea pirates, and arrested one. Two, however, escaped as they jumped into the Bakana River. No member of the crew was a casualty. In a related development, three suspected kidnappers were arrested by men of the Joint Task Force (JTF) in the Niger Delta.

Former Aide To Odili Abducted

In Port Harcourt, gunmen kidnapped Ex-Governor Peter Odili’s former aide, Eni Odili. His abductors had demanded a N50m ransom for his release, but he was released Monday night, while government authorities claim that no ransom was paid.

Gunmen Kidnap Total Official, 2 Toddlers

A staff of Total Oil, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Nkwo was, Monday, kidnapped by gunmen in Port Harcourt and on Tuesday, two toddlers were abducted on their way to school in Choba. The Commander of JTF in the State has placed the Force on high alert to contain the situation. Oluwatoyin, on Thursday, escaped from her abuctors, while the children were, over the weekend, released.

Environmental Hazard: ASEPA seals Crunches Eatery

The Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA) has sealed the Crunches Restaurant/Fast Food branch at Finbars Road Umuahia. General Manager of ASEPA, Dr Cosmos Ndukwe, explained that the action was taken after the outfit failed to respond to the Agency's abatement notice, adding that the activities of the eatery flouts the state environmental sanitation law.

Rivers AC Lauds IYC Over War On Militancy

The Action Congress (AC) in Rivers state has commended the Ijaw Youths Council (IYC) for setting up the Ijaw Youths Leadership Forum (IYLF), a crack team of freedom fighters, to check the menace of militancy in the Niger Delta.

Police Kill Two Suspected Robbers In Gun Battle

The Abia State Police Command on Monday killed two armed robbery suspects in Aba as they were operating by a first generation bank on Factory Road in Aba.

Food Poisoning: 4 Die, 200 Hospitalised In Cross River

Four persons have died of food poisoning in Bekwarra, Cross River State, while two hundred others are hospitalised. All the victims had consumed some local beans “banbara”, one of their staple meals, bought from a neighbouring state.

N/Delta Groups Vow To Stop Violence

The 32 Niger Delta groups affiliated to the Supreme Council of Niger Delta have resolved to abide by a code of conduct on non-violent agitation. The coalition hopes to usher in peace to the region through dialogue.

Group Plans One Million Man March Against Kidnapping in Rivers

A socio-political organisation known as Rivers Solidarity Forum, said it is planning a one-million man march to protest kidnappings in Rivers State. The one million man march would be staged in all the 23 council areas of the state.

FG Grants Bayelsa Concession to Import Cement

The Federal Government has given Bayelsa state concession to import bulk cement. Governor Timipre Sylva has disclosed that the concession will lead to the opening of a cement bagging factory in the state.

Armed Youths Attack Rivers Community

Some residents of Elele Alimini in Emuoha LGA of Rivers State have fled their homes following attacks by armed youths. A youth leader in Elele Alimini, said if urgent steps were not taken to protect the community, they would attack Rumuekpe, a neighbouring community where the armed youths are believed to hail from.

NDLEA Arrests Two Hemp Sellers

The Ebonyi State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has paraded two suspects, Godwin Okorie and Stephen Nweke, for allegedly selling Indian hemp.  The suspects were arrested at their residence. At the time of arrest, a bag containing 13kg of the substance was found inside the roof of their home.

Gunmen Kill Unionist

Suspected assassins, penultimate Friday shot dead Chief Jeremiah Ubongette, President, Ibom Tippers Association, at his residence in Eket, Akwa Ibom State. The gunmen also took the money that Ubongette had used to plead for his life.

Cult Members Kill 16 In Enugu

About 16 persons were killed by cultists in Enugu in a clash that lasted for about three days. Two rival cult groups in Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) and Institute of Management and Technology (IMT) are said to be behind this violence.

Parade Of Robbery Suspects In Enugu

The Enugu State Police Command recently paraded 30 suspected criminals. The state Police Commissioner, Mr Basiru Azeez, said that the suspects were among those who had been disturbing the peace of the state.

Lawmaker’s Daughter Rescued from Kidnappers

The Abia State Police Command on Monday rescued the daughter of a lawmaker in the Abia State House of Assembly, an hour after she was kidnapped by a four-man gang in Aba. The 7-year-old was abducted on her way school, but was rescued within an hour.

Bayelsa Community Demands N2bn Compensation Over Military Invasion
- We’re not aware of any invasion –Military

The people of Odioma in Brass, Bayelsa State are asking for N2bn as compensation for the invasion of the community by the Joint Task Force (JTF) in February 2005. But the military headquarters claimed that the President did not authorize any military action on the community and there are no records to prove otherwise.

Ebonyi, Benue Border War Gets Bloodier

As the border conflict between some parts of Ebonyi, Benue, and Cross River States gets bloodier, concerned citizens of the affected areas have pleaded with the Federal Government to intervene in the matter. The border war has left many dead, among whom was a pregnant woman slaughtered along with her unborn child.

BENIN/WARRI/ESCRAVOS

Edo to Get $105m Refinery

Trans World Oil and Gas and PETMAL Oil Holding SDN BHD of Malaysia is planning to build a $105m refinery in Edo state. The refinery, which will have a production capacity of 12,000 barrels per day, can be expanded in size and production capacity.

New Delta JTF Boss Vows to End Militancy

As the crisis in the Niger Delta continues, the new Delta State Commander of the Joint Task Force (JTF), Operation Restore Hope, Brigadier General Narvel Rintip has vowed to end militant activities in the region within his shortest days in office.

DESOPADEC has Reduced Unemployment, Kidnapping – Okirika

The Chairman, Delta State Oil Mineral Producing Area Development Authority (DESOPADEC), Chief Wellington Okirika, has said that the employment of 900 staff by the commission in the last few months had reduced unemployment, youth restiveness, violence and kidnapping in Delta State.

Clark Urges FG To Increase NDDC Funds

Foremost Ijaw Leader, Chief E. K. Clark has told the FG to consider as a matter of urgency the need to give more funds to the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), if the Commission must deliver. Clark also called on other service providers in the region to compliment the efforts of the NDDC in developing the region.

Delta Govt Gives Communities Ultimatum To Withdraw Suits

Delta State government has given the Okorogbene and Diebiri communities in Warri South LGA, two weeks ultimatum to withdraw all legal matters concerning an oil rich land which had been in dispute between the communities. The state government said it was ready to resolve the dispute to ensure peace in the area.

LAGOS AND ENVIRONS

Vessels' Congestion At Jetty May Cause Scarcity Of Gas, Other Products

The long turnaround time for vessels at the Apapa jetty, which is now 40 days is said to be responsible for the scarcity of some petroleum products. Licensed gas carriers and ship chatterers say that since they started lifting gas last year, they have been able to discharge at the jetty only three times when they ought to have discharged 10 times to flood the market with domestic gas and reduce the price at the consumer markets.

Six Warders, Two Cops Docked

Six warders and two policemen have been arraigned before an Ibadan Chief Magistrate's Court over the September 11, 2007 killings at Agodi Prison, were 11 inmates were shot dead and several others wounded. The Chief Magistrate refused to take the plea of the accused and ordered them to be remanded at Police Station.

Ex-Bank Employee Docked For Stealing N.88m

A former bank employee, Christian Ohamara, charged with stealing N881, 000 belonging to Fidelity Bank Plc, has appeared before the Ebute-Metta Chief Magistrate's Court. The accused pleaded not guilty to the charges. He was granted bail.

Youths Hold Obat Oil Boss Hostage

The Chief Executive Officer of Obat Oil, Chief Obateru Akinruntan, was held hostage on Saturday at his residence by some youths believed to be loyal to a prominent leader in Ilaje area of Ondo State. It was gathered that there was a shoot-out between security operatives and the youths before the invaders were dislodged. Meanwhile, mothers in the community have lamented that 10 children, who fled from stray bullets are still missing.

Lagos Police Kill 18 Robbery Suspects, Recover 33 Guns In February

Men of the Lagos State Police Command killed 18 armed robbery suspects and recovered 33 guns and 450 live ammunitions from suspected armed robbers in February. About 1,500 suspects were arrested during routine raids throughout the state.

Lagos Withdraws N2.7tr Suit Against Tobacco Firms

Lagos State Government has withdrawn from a N2.7tr lawsuit it filed against some tobacco companies. The state government had sued for damages and recoupment of funds, allegedly spent by it in treating tobacco-related ailments in its hospitals.

22-Year-Old Rapes 11-Year-Old

A 22-year-old man has been arrested by the police for allegedly raping an 11-year-old girl in Osogbo, on Monday. The Police confirmed the incident and said that the suspect confessed to the crime. Appropriate action would be taken against the suspect.

Three Children Die In Inferno

Three children, aged between three and seven years, were penultimate Saturday, in Lagos state killed when fire gutted the room in which they were sleeping. The fire may have started from a burning candle in the room where they slept.

Fire Guts Lagos Auditor-General's Office

The Lagos Auditor-General’s Office has been gutted by fire. The inferno, which razed the logistic unit, occurred on Monday, destroying files cabinets, computers and refrigerators. Also, the Federal Pay Office in Abeokuta, Ogun State was on Monday consumed by fire.

Fake Police Woman Bags 5-year Jail Term

An Osogbo Magistrate Court, Wednesday, sentenced a 25-year-old woman to five years imprisonment for impersonation. The Magistrate noted that the accused served as a fake police Inspector in Ondo after being recruited into the force with fake certificate.

Three Month-Old Baby, Three Others Killed In Ibadan Fire Tragedy

A three-month-old baby and three others were killed in a fire incident in Ibadan, Tuesday. The fire injured several others and destroyed 29 houses and valuables. The fire started when a fuel tanker veered off the road into a ditch.

16 Teenagers In Police Net Over Forgery

A Special Fraud Unit (SFU) of the police in Lagos State has arrested 16 teenagers for alleged forgery and alteration of Nigerian passports. The crimes were detected through finger-print software at the US Embassy.

Police HQ Donates 5,000 AK 47 Rifles To Lagos State Command

The Inspector-General of Police, Mike Okiro, has sent about 5,000 AK 47 rifles to the Lagos state command. The command had identified some dark spots in the state that need adequate surveillance to curb crime.

NDLEA Quizzes Mother, Son Over Indian Hemp

National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Lagos State, has arrested 10 persons including a woman and her son for alleged trafficking in Indian hemp.

Police Break Robbery Gang

The Lagos state police command has arrested a suspected armed robber, Emmanuel Idowu, 18, along with one other. The Police explained that three persons were arrested, but one of them, the father of Emmanuel, escaped. Two pistols, AK47 riffles, and over 1,000 live ammunitions were recovered.

Man Nabbed By NDLEA After Wedding

Gabriel Azubike was arrested by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos for alleged drug trafficking. He was on his way back to Milan after his wedding.

Fake ICPC Operatives Nabbed

Two suspects have been arrested at the Apapa Wharf by operatives of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related Offences Commission (ICPC) after they were identified as fake ICPC personnel. The suspects allegedly extort money from members of the public by using fake ICPC identity cards.

Militants Kidnap NDDC Contractors

Militant youths in Ondo State have kidnapped some contractors handling the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) projects in Ese Odo Local Government Area of the state.

Court Remands Detention Camp Operators In Prison

A magistrate’s court in Oyo state, on Thursday remanded nine suspected operators of an illegal detention camp, where a boy allegedly died due to starvation and excessive physical torture, in prison custody.  The suspects, who were charged with murder, pleaded not guilty to all the charges.