Entertainment, Lifestyle

I don’t do fraud but ‘chop life’ – D’banj

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Music star, Oladapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj, has broken silence after his release from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission.

The singer was detained on December 6, 2022 over allegations of fraud associated with the N-Power programme.

NPG reports that D’banj was released on self-recognition by the ICPC on Friday. D’banj thereafter took to his social media handles a few hours after he was released and denied any fraudulent dealing.

The singer said he didn’t engage in fraud.

“Investigations are still ongoing, please,” Ogugua said. D’banj’s lawyers also told Saturday Beats, “D’banj was released unconditionally after the ICPC did all they could to find something on him, but they found nothing on him.”

“The ICPC only started the investigation when D’banj was detained. They found nothing on him after he was properly questioned and drilled. They had to even go beyond the scope of their investigation, yet they found nothing. We are glad that they were professional about it. They treated him kindly and released him. He was released on self-recognisance,” D’banj’s legal team led by Pelumi Olajengbesi, said.

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Ooni Of Ife Gives Car, Cash To Royal Aides On Coronation Anniversary

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The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has honoured some of his palace staff on his seventh coronation anniversary.

In a statement issued by the palace spokesperson, Moses Olafare, on Saturday, the monarch handed out appreciation letters and the sum of N100,000 each to five deserving staff members, three staff members got N200,000 and N250,000 each for two palace aides.

One aide got N300,000 while three outstanding staff members got one million naira each.

One of them won the star prize; a car worth seven million naira. Oba Ogunwusi also appreciated his wife, the founder of Hopes Alive Initiative, Olori Temitope Enitan-Ogunwusi, for her continuous efforts in the area of poverty alleviation and empowerment of the less privileged in the society.

Lifestyle, Politics

Gunmen kill policeman, Pawpaw’s brother, injure commissioner

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Parts of Owerri, Mbaitoli and environs in Imo State came under attacks on Friday afternoon by gunmen who were enforcing sit-at-home order.

The gunmen struck at different locations and killed a policeman, Prince Iheme, elder brother to Nollywood superstar, Osita Iheme popularly known as Pawpaw.

The gunmen also macheted the state Commissioner for Solid Minerals, Martin Eke.

The gunmen who rode in Trundra operational vehicles shot indiscriminately forcing people to scamper for safety.

While businesses abruptly closed, the roads were deserted as motorists abandoned their vehicles and ran away.At Orji, a community sharing boundary with the state capital, the gunmen wearing black clothes in three vehicles attacked residents and passersby, including policemen.

Eyewitnesses told our correspondent that the gunmen met policemen at the 7Up junction at Orji and shot one cop dead.

He said, “They just killed a policeman now. They opened fire on them and were shouting, ‘There is sit-at-home. We have asked you to go home. Stay indoors.’”

Another eyewitness said, “I just escaped death now. They stopped before us and shot in the air and asked us to go home. They didn’t shoot at us maybe because I was in the midst of some elderly women.”

Our correspondent also gathered that the fleeing gunmen shot repeatedly at Nkwo Orji market before taking off towards Okigwe Road.

At Ubommiri in the Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State, the gunmen attacked the convoy of the All Progressives Congress candidate for Mbaitoli/ Ikeduru Federal Constituency, Akarachi Amadi.

While Prince Iheme was killed on the spot, the state commissioner for Solid Minerals, Martin Eke, was cut with a machete.An eyewitness who didn’t want to be mentioned said,

“This attack is politically motivated. We just finished at one campaign rally ground and were heading to Ubommiri. Our convoy was attacked at Amawuihe before Ubommiri.

“Prince Iheme was riding in the same vehicle with the commissioner for solid minerals. Prince Iheme who is Pawpaw’s elder brother was killed on the spot. The commissioner who was sworn in two weeks ago was cut badly. He has just been rushed to a hospital. They were driving in a Ford SUV. I pray he makes it.”

The police spokesman for the command, Micheal Abattam, had yet to respond to an inquiry concerning the incidents.

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‘Transgender’ bags two year jail term for internet fraud in Makurdi

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The Makurdi Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, December 8, 2022, secured the conviction and sentencing of one Oblete Sunday Nazarethe before Justice N. I. Afolabi of the Federal High Court, Lafia, Nasarawa State on one count charge bordering on Internet fraud.

The charge reads:

“That you, Oblete Sunday Nazarethe sometime in May, 2021 in Makurdi, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court fraudulently impersonated one Christopher Conway through his Instagram username with screenshot No-20210519024301.png claiming to be a transgender with intent to gain advantage for yourself and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 22 (2)(b)(i) and punishable under Section 22 (2)(b)(iv) of the Cybercrime (Prohibition Prevention etc) Act, 2015″.

A statement released by Wilson Uwujaren, spokesperson of the state police command, says the defendant pleaded “guilty” to the charge. Upon his plea, the prosecution counsel, M. Yusuf prayed the Court to convict and sentence him as charged.

Justice Afolabi convicted and sentenced Nazarethe to two years imprisonment with an option of fine of N100, 000.00.

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ICPC frees D’banj on self-recognition

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, has released singer Oladapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj, three days after he was held in their custody.

D’Banj was arrested on Tuesday night December 6, when he visited the commission to answer questions bordering on his alleged involvement in the fraudulent diversion of monies earmarked by the Federal government for N-Power project, an empowerment program set up by the Nigerian government in 2016 to address youth unemployment and increase social development.

After three days of questioning, he was released today, December 9.

Confirming his release, his lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi, said the singer was released on self-recognition but didn’t confirm if he was on administrative bail.

”Nothing incriminating was found on him. He was released on self-recognition. Right now, we expect the ICPC to give a letter of clearance to Dbanj because, as we have always said, he is innocent of the charges brought against him,” he said

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Ex-Army Chief, Tukur Buratai, Excited As Pilot Son Flies Him

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Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Tukur Buratai (retd.), has expressed his excitement as his son, Tukur Buratai Jnr, who is a pilot, flew him from Sokoto to Abuja.

He shared photos he took inside the plane with his son via his verified Instagram account on Friday and said,

“A great day 8 December 2022 flown by my son Tukur Buratai Jnr on Arik Air from Sokoto to Abuja. Felt very proud.

A perfect combination with his Captain Ahmed Musa. Very courteous Cabin Crew. God bless you all.”

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Sanwo-Olu, Wike, Makinde Receive Honorary Doctorate From Ajayi Crowther University

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Governors of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, and Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, received honorary doctorate degrees from Ajayi Crowther University on Friday in Oyo State.Sanwo-Olu shared pictures from the event via his Twitter handle.

He said;

“My dear colleagues, H.E Governor Seyi Makinde, H.E Governor Nyesom Wike and I, were conferred with honorary doctorate degrees by the prestigious Ajayi Crowther University, in Oyo State.

“My sincere appreciation goes to the VC of the Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo. Prof. Timothy Adebayo, staff and students of the institution for their recognition of our commitment and service to our dear people and state.

“We will continue to support the institution and its people, as they render top quality education.”

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President Buhari mourns his niece

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President Muhammadu Buhari has mourned the death of his niece, Hajiya Laraba Dauda.

Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity, Garba Shehu, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, December 9, 2022.

“President Muhammadu Buhari, on his second day at home, has condoled with his extended family members on the demise of his niece, Hajiya Laraba Dauda, who died leaving behind children and grandchildren,” the statement read.

“She is also survived by several brothers and sisters, including Malam Mamman Daura, the President’s nephew who was in Daura to share the loss with their family members.

Buhari described the late Laraba as ”caring mother, full of life and witty who was very passionate about the welfare of her family.”

”Her passing away is saddening but Allah knows best. My condolences to all those she left behind. May Allah repose her soul,” said the President.

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There’s no Nigerian that needs more than N100K cash weekly — Reno Omokri

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Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri has spoken in favour of the recently imposed cash withdrawal limit by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Recall that the CBN recently restricted the maximum cash withdrawal over-the-counter (OTC) by individuals and corporate organizations per week to N100,000 and N500,000, respectively.

Reacting to criticisms that have trailed the policy, Omokri stated that there is no Nigerian that needs more than N100K cash weekly.

He added that other than paying for transport fares or buying groceries, everything can be done cashless.

Lifestyle

Between Comedian Mr Macaroni, Twitter user and Daniel Regha

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Nigerian actor and content creator, Debo Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has dragged a female Twitter user who imagined he was the one arrested over allegations of N-Power fraud, instead of D’banj.

However, Macaroni gave a cheeky response, asking the lady to imagine it was her father that was arrested. He also tackled Daniel Regha who slammed him for involving the lady’s father in his response.

Lifestyle, Politics

FG recovers over N120bn from proceeds of crimes

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The Federal Government says it has raked in N120 billion from its anti-corruption campaign months after President Buhari signed the Proceeds of Crime (Recovery and Management) Act (POCA) into law.

While speaking at the eighth edition of the President Muhammadu Buhari administration scorecard series (2015-2023), the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, said that the recovered funds would be deployed to complete ongoing capital projects across the country.

”Please permit me to say categorically and without any fear of contradiction that the administration’s fight against corruption is very much on track.

As you may already know, Mr President signed into law the Proceeds of Crime (Recovery and Management) Bill, 2022, on May 12, 2022.

That bill was one of the three which Mr. President signed into law that day. Others are the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Bill, 2022 and the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Bill, 2022.

I have an update on POCA. In line with the new law, I can confirm that so far, the Federal Government has realised over N120 billion, among other currencies, from POCA.

This money will be used to fund the completion of ongoing critical infrastructure projects in the country like the Second Niger Bridge as well as Lagos-Ibadan and Abuja-Kano Expressways.

We will continue to update you on this,” the minister said.

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Nigerian lawyer expresses how he is married to his cousin

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A Nigerian lawyer, Ibrahim Arifu Garba, has taken to his Twitter handle to reveal that he is married to a woman who is his first cousin from both his mother and father’s side.

Garba disclosed this while reacting to the shock some Nigerians express when they find out Northerners marry their cousins.

Lifestyle, World News

Judge orders Kenneth Petty to settle lawsuit against r*pe accuser

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Kenneth Petty, the husband of Nicki Minaj, has been ordered by a judge to settle his lawsuit with his s*xual assault accuser, Jennifer Hough.

Hough filed a lawsuit against Petty in 2021, citing infliction of emotional distress, harassment, and witness intimidation.

However, Judge James R. Cho has referred the case go to mediation in hopes of the two parties reaching a settlement.

Court documents state:

“Parties to select a mediator by 12/20/2022 and complete mediation by 3/6/2023.

“[They] may participate in the mediation remotely. [Both sides] shall file a joint status report two weeks after completing the mediation, but no later than 3/20/2023, whichever date is earlier.”

Hough had previously sued Minaj, accusing her of participating in the alleged harassment and intimidation.

She also claims Minaj threatened her in an effort to get her to recant her allegations of Petty assaulting her when both were minors, which led to him being convicted of first-degree attempted rape and serving nearly four years in prison.

Hough has since dropped her case against Minaj, who dodged a $20 million default judgement against her when Hough’s legal team claimed she failed to respond to the lawsuit.

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Governor Sanwo-Olu reacts to killing of young man in Ajah

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The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has sympathized with the family, friends and associates of the late Gafaru Buraimoh, who was allegedly shot dead by a police officer at Happy Land estate in the Ajah axis of the state on Wednesday, December 7.

In a statement released by the state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotosho, the Governor expressed sadness over the death of the late Buraimoh, pledging that the State Government would work with the police in their investigation to unravel the remote and immediate cause of the shooting that led to the untimely death of an innocent citizen, with a view to ensuring that justice is served.

He said: “no one deserves to die in that manner. Buraimoh was one of our million citizens with hope for a better life. His death is a sad episode for me personally and the State as whole because injury to one is injury to all.

“I am aware that the Lagos State police command has immediately arrested, disarmed and detained the police officer involved in the shooting incident and has also begun a full scale investigation in the matter.

“I therefore urge the residents to remain calm and not take the law into their hands on the matter, knowing fully we, as the Government would not spare anything to ensure that justice is served.”

The Governor added that his office is earnestly awaiting the full report of the investigation launched by the police authorities on the unfortunate incident.

Lifestyle, Politics

In my administration ASUU won’t strike —Peter Obi

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The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, on Tuesday said that Academic Staff Union of Universities won’t go on strike if he becomes the next president of the country.

Obi speaking at a state rally in Owerri, Imo State, said that his administration would dialogue with ASUU leadership to ensure that universities won’t be locked.

The Labour Party presidential candidate said his administration would work with students and invest hugely in education, health and agriculture.

Obi also reiterated his commitment to providing jobs and turning the country from consumption to production, adding that himself and his running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, had clean records in academics and public service.

He added that the people of Imo State could begin to export palm seeds if he becomes the next president.The ex-Anambra State governor said that rural people across the country would feel the impact of his administration if he wins the February 25 presidential election.

Obi said;

“If you make me your president and Datti my vice, ASUU won’t go on strike. We will dialogue with them. We will work with the students. The future of any serious country is dependent on their education and health sectors. I will invest hugely in those sectors if you elect us.

“We want to go back to Agriculture. That is why we want to turn Nigeria from consumption to production. We will create jobs and export, export and export.

“I and Datti are not corrupt. Our records are clean. Datti was a senator and I was a governor in Anambra. If you want to check my record, go to Anambra State and verify.

“As the governor of Anambra state I didn’t allocate a plot of land to myself, my wife here or my children. If you see any land I allocated to myself or any member of my family I will quit from this race,” he added.

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Goodluck Jonathan says uncertainty after retirement is fuelling corruption in civil service

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan has blamed the corruption in Nigeria’s civil service on uncertainty in the welfare of public officeholders.

Speaking at the book launch of the former Chaplain of the Aso Rock Villa Chapel, Obioma Onwuzurumba, on Tuesday December 6, Jonathan rued the lack of care for civil servants.

He added that civil servants are not allowed to own businesses, and are still not taken care of after retiring from service.

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The owner of abandoned SUV resurface after police alarm

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The owner of the Mercedes Benz SUV found by the police under Otedola bridge on Monday night, December 5, has recovered his car.

Recall that the Rapid Response Squad arm of the Lagos State Police Command had issued a statement announcing the discovery of an abandoned car under Otedola bridge.

According to the RRS, the engine of the vehicle was running, with the driver’s door open and valuables left inside the car.

In an update given, the RRS says the owner revealed that he abandoned his car because he was attacked by traffic robbers at the location after he stopped to check his tyre since he noticed it was shaking.

The statement by the police reads;

“The owner of the recovered SUV, 4Matic GL 450 with the registration number KUJ 384 LY under Otedola Bridge yesterday showed up two hours ago.

He said he abandoned the vehicle when he was attacked by traffic robbers after a stop to check his shaking rear tyre.

All confirmations done and vehicle along with valuables have been handed over to him while CSP Olayinka Egbeyemi has directed RRS Decoy Team to arrest those involved in the attack.”

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