The Economic and financial crimes commission has arrested former senate President, Bukola Saraki.
Saraki is in custody over allegations of theft and money laundering.
Mr Saraki, a former Kwara State governor, was detained on Saturday, sources familiar with the development said, a situation that may trigger another episode of troubles for the politician.
As senate president between 2015 and 2019, Mr Saraki spent a considerable time facing allegations of corruption and false declaration of assets. He was acquitted by the Supreme Court in June 2018.
Saraki is to answer questions over alleged theft and laundering of public funds using a network of cronies and proxy companies.
The suspected proxies, who executed purported contracts for Kwara State under Mr Saraki, allegedly made returns, for many years, to the former governor, forming an organised a network of dirty money flow.
24hr to Bethnews 6yrs Anniversary and Exceptional Leadership Awards 2021 And Publisher’s 40th Birthday
Come tomorrow Sunday 1st August, 2021, Trust Bethnews Media Communications and the publisher of Bethnews will be taking the center stage as the organisation and its publisher will be on the pedestal as it would be celebrating 6 years of consistently informing Nigerians,as well as present it’s glamorous EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS (TBELA) 2021 to the world which also concise with the 40 years birthday of the publisher.
However, the most important and spectacular aspect of Sunday’s event would be the convergence of the Media, Corporate, Politicians and Entertainment world and gathering of family and friends to witness and celebrate with the incredible and wonderful publisher of Bethnews, Mr. Seun Fabiyi, as he officially commences the journey of his fourth decade on earth.
Bethnews Exceptional Leadership Awards 2021
Billed to hold at the Lagos NUT Pavilion Event Centre, NERDC Road, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, red carpet starts 1:pm while event proper is from 2pm, the event is expected to be graced by the presence of the movers and shakers of all major industries and top dignitaries in public and private sector as well as traditional ruler and others.
Among the dignitaries expected to grace the auspicious event are; Seun Okinbaloye and Chief Kingsley Uranta of CHANNELS TV, Kolade Otitoju of TVC, Ola Onabajo of KAFTAN TV. And many more.
Award-winning Nigerian singer, Davido has reportedly sacked his logistics manager, Israel DMW for declaring his support for embattled super cop, Abba Kyari.
It was earlier reported that Israel Afeare better known as Israel DMW questioned the morality of most Nigerians whilst declaring his unwavering support for embattled super cop, Abba Kyari.
This is coming after social media celebrity, Hushpuppi alleged that he bribed Abba Kyari to arrest a co-fraudster.
The police Deputy commissioner, however, dismissed Hushpuppi’s claim, saying he did not receive any money from the socialite as alleged.
Despite Kyari’s testimony, the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has secured a court order for his arrest following his indictment in the confessional statements made by the alleged fraudst
Reacting to the report, Israel pledged his support for the super cop, insisting that Abba Kyari is a clean police officer who has continue to nab wild robbers and kidnappers. He further questioned the morality of many Nigerians, revealing the country has no saints.
According to controversial blogger, Cutie Julls, Isreal was sacked hours after making that statement on social media.
Taking to Instagram to say this, Cutie wrote “Exclusive 100-% confirmed information reaching our hub is that Nigerian sensational musician, Davido has sacked his logistics manager, Israel DMW with immediate effect. We are not sure if this is linked to his resent constant dragging FBI online in regards to fraud cases which involves Hushpuppi and Abba Kyari or his other misconducts. But the bottom line is that, Israel DMW is no longer Davido’s logistics manager or a member of his team. Anyone who does business with him should note that Whatever business they engage in has nothing to do with Mr David Adeleke or the “DAVIDO” brand. Thank you”
The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba on Thursday met with officials of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, who demanded the arrest and extradition of Deputy Commission of Police, Abba Kyari, to the United States.
According to SaharaReporters, a top source disclosed that four FBI agents met with the IGP on Thursday asking Kyari to be extradited to the United States for interrogation over an alleged bribe received from internet fraudster, Ramon Abbas, popularly known as Hushpuppi.
The source noted that the agents have returned on Friday (today) to ensure their demands are met, citing the urgency of the case.
He said, “FBI agents met with the IGP yesterday (Thursday) to demand Abba Kyari’s arrest and extradition to the United States citing the urgency of the case. Four FBI agents returned to the IG’s office this morning, they are there asking the IGP to release Kyari for interrogation.”
Meanwhile, the Inspector-General of Police has ordered an internal review into the allegations leveled against DCP Abba Kyari.
Reacting in a statement sent to Naija News on Thursday evening, Police spokesperson, Frank Mba, said the IGP has ordered an internal review.
“Sequel to the receipt of allegation and indictment processes from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) against one of the personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, DCP Abba Kyari, the Inspector General of Police IGP Usman Alkali Baba psc (+), NPM, fdc has ordered an internal review of the allegations.
“The Nigeria Police Force reaffirms its commitment to the pursuit of justice and the strengthening of its professional relationship with the FBI and other international partners.
“Further developments on this case will be communicated to members of the public accordingly,” the statement read.
NEW Details Emerge On Babatunde Gbadamosi New Wife That Made Him Lose Amen Estate
Society gazette reports that more details about Babatunde Gbadamosi’s new wife has emerged.
It was reported by trixxng some days ago that Babatunde Gbadamosi has lost ownership of Amen Estate to his former wife who owns a larger share of the estate with her father.
It was revealed that she sent Gbadamosi packing from the estate after she discovered that he is engaged in extra marital affairs and has impregnated a lady in London.
Just few hours ago, details of the new wife has emerged, including her name and picture as shared by popular instagram blogger, Gistlover
Davido’s logistic manager, Israel Afeare better known as Israel DMW has questioned the morality of most Nigerians whilst declaring his unwavering support for embattled super cop, Abba Kyari.
This is coming after social media celebrity, Hushpuppi alleged that he bribed Abba Kyari to arrest a co-fraudster.
The police commissioner, however, dismissed Hushpuppi’s claim, saying he did not receive any money from the socialite as alleged.
Abba Kyari
Despite Kyari’s testimony, the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has secured a court order for his arrest following his indictment in the confessional statements made by the alleged fraudster.
Reacting to the report, Israel pledged his support for the super cop, insisting that Abba Kyari is a clean police officer who has continue to nab wild robbers and kidnappers. He further questioned the morality of many Nigerians, revealing the country has no saints.
In her words; ‘Am fully standing with @abba Kyari. The man is a clean cop. He has fully tried and still trying in aspects of fighting wild armed robbers and Kidnappers. Kindly tell me who’s a saint in our Nigeria’
The Kaduna State Command of the Nigeria Police has arrested a notorious gun runner identified as Geoffrey Ayuba.
The suspect was arrested by operatives of the Kafanchan Divisional Headquarters on Wednesday, 28th July based on credible intelligence.
Ayuba was intercepted while driving his Opel Vectra vehicle with registration number KAF 733 MK and when a search was conducted, various dangerous weapons were found hidden in the car bonnet near the engine compartment.
According to the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Muhammed Jalige who confirmed the incident in a statement, one AK-47 rifle and two packs of pump-action cartridges were hidden in the bonnet of the suspect’s car.
Jalige, said: “The Operatives of the Kaduna Police Command attached to Kafanchan Divisional Headquarters on July 28, 2021, at about 1600hrs while acting on reliable information from a good samaritan, intercepted an Opel Vectra vehicle with registration number KAF 733 MK driven by one Geoffrey Ayuba ‘m’ of Unguwan Rimi Kafanchan in Jema’a LGA of Kaduna State.”
The statement further said that weapons concealed in the engine compartment of the car were recovered by the operatives after a careful search of the vehicle.
“Investigations are ongoing as the suspect has provided useful information to the Police that will facilitate further breakthroughs,” the statement added.
Meanwhile, the Kaduna State Government has filed fresh charges against the leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), Sheik Ibrahim El-Zakzaky.
Recall that Justice Gideon Kurada of the Kaduna State High Court had discharged and acquitted El-Zakzaky and his wife, Zeenat of all charges levelled against them.
The judge ruled that the charges against El-Zakzaky and his wife were not supposed to be filed, as the state government cannot arraign someone for a crime that was not an offence at the time.
Kaduna Govt Files Fresh Charges Against IMN Leader, El-Zakzaky
The Kaduna State Government has filed fresh charges against the leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), Sheik Ibrahim El-Zakzaky.
Recall that Justice Gideon Kurada of the Kaduna State High Court had discharged and acquitted El-Zakzaky and his wife, Zeenat of all charges levelled against them.
The judge ruled that the charges against El-Zakzaky and his wife were not supposed to be filed, as the state government cannot arraign someone for a crime that was not an offence at the time.
Justice Kurada had found that the charges were filed against the duo in 2018 pursuant to the Penal Law enacted by the state government in 2017 over an alleged offence committed in 2015.
Speaking with Daily Trust on Thursday, counsel to the state government, Dari Bayero, said fresh charges have been filed against the IMN leader under the Treason and Treasonable Offences Act before a Federal High Court.
Bayero, however, said it was not in agreement with the reasoning and conclusion of Justice Kurada, noting that the government would appeal the case.
He said, “We are going to appeal, there is no doubt about it, in fact, we have obtained the court judgement because we are not in agreement with my Lord’s reasoning and conclusion, it is not in consonance with the facts on ground.”
A state court has remanded a 48-year-old man, Igbo Thomas, for allegedly defiling his three daughters aged 8 years, 4 years and 18 months in Awka, Anambra State.
The suspect was arraigned at the High Court on Wednesday, July 28, and ordered to be remanded at the Awka Correctional Centre by the judge.
Thomas, who hails from Enugu State, allegedly committed the offence at Enuoji village in Enugwu Ukwu, in the Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State.
Spokesperson of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Anambra Command, Edwin Okadigbo, in a statement on Wednesday, said the suspect was arrested on May 24, 2021 at Okolo Ani village, in the Igbo Etiti LGA of Enugu State for the offence.
The suspect, who reportedly confessed to the crime, said he acted under the influence of alcohol.
“It will be recalled that on May 24, 2021, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State, arrested one Mr Igbo Thomas of Okolo Ani village, Igbo Etiti LGA, Enugu State, for allegedly having carnal knowledge of his three daughters,” Okadigbo stated.
“Upon the conclusion of thorough investigation, the suspect was arraigned at the state High Court, Awka, and remanded at the Awka Custodial Centre by the judge.”
Police Nab Two Men Kidnapping A Baby In Lagos (Video)
Two men suspected to be kidnappers have been nabbed by security operatives after they allegedly abducted a baby from the mother in the Isolo area of Lagos state on Wednesday, July 28.
In a video shared on Facebook, a man identified as Isaac Fayose shared the moment the yet to be identified men were arrested with the baby. The video shows the men and the baby in a vehicle.
However, the state police command is yet to comment on this development.
Sharing the video; Isaac Fayose wrote; “Happened right now in Jakande Estate isolo “two men kidnapped a new born baby” and the police force chased them all the way from Ajao Estate”
See the video below;
Meanwhile, Delta Police Command has confirmed the release of two abducted students of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka It was gathered the students, Divine Omajuwa and Husseina Hamza, were abducted along the Oria-Abraka road on Sunday night on their way to school.
According to the state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Bright Edafe, the students were released on Tuesday at midnight. He added that the kidnappers killed one of their friends, Stephen Odje, who was in their company during the attack.
Edafe notes that no arrests have been made, adding that the state command will do everything possible to arrest the perpetrators.
