The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, says it has secured 31 convictions, and recovered assets/cash worth N105.82 billion. The Commission achieved this feat between 2023 and 2024, just as it received 2,038 petitions. Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, the Chairman of commission disclosed this while hosting members of the House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Corruption, led by its Chairman, Honorable Prince Kayode Moshood Akiolu, who were on an oversight visit to the Commission. The Chairman stated that “the Commission received 1,187 petitions in 2023. From January to October 2024, the Commission received 851 petitions. In 2023, it…
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A human rights group, Centre Against Injustice and Domestic Violence, CAIDOV, alongside Advocate For Social Justice and Defence of Rule of Law, has called on the Attorney-General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, to allow court to decide a criminal trial of two foreign oil firms, Trafigura Beheer BV and Trafigura PTE Limited, allegedly involved in theft of $8.4million Automotive Gas Oil, AGO, belonging to Nadabo Energy Limited. The group said in the alternative, Prince Fagbemi could explore an out-of-court settlement between the firms and the nominal complainant, Nadabo Energy Limited. The Convener of the group, Gbenga Soloki and Barrister…
The family of a Nigerian, Olatunji Abdul in a South African prison facility has called on the Nigerian government to urgently intervene and save his life over what has been described as false and malicious charges orchestrated by South African state agents. The call was also made to the Chairperson of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Honourable Abike Dabiri-Erewa. The appeal was made known on Thursday at a press conference held in Ikeja, Lagos through their lawyer Mr. Ben Abraham, founder of Zarephath Aid, an international criminal justice group. Mr. Sesan Abdul, a brother to the businessman said that his brother…
One Saka Toafeek Olubamishe, Omogoye Olusegun and Olumuyiwa Adesina have been arraigned before Justice Olubunmi Abike-Fadipe of the Special Offences Court, Ikeja in connection with fraud. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, charged them to court on on three-count charges bordering on conspiracy, stealing and obtaining money by false pretence to the tune of, N29,386,500 (Twenty-Nine Million, Three Hundred and Eighty-Six Thousand, Five Hundred) The defendants were charged on Conspiracy to commit felony to wit: Stealing contrary to Section 411 and punishable under section 280(2) of the Criminal Law of Lagos State 2015, and obtaining money by false pretence…
The re-arraignment of convicted billionaire kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, a.k.a Evans was stalled by the absence of his lawyer on Thursday before Justice Adenike Coker of the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja. When his matter was called for re-arraignment and expected to be followed by a plea bargain, Justice Coker asked the defendant where is his lawyer and why didn’t he inform him about his case slated for today. Evans responded “I’m not sure if my lawyer is coming.” Evans and his co-defendant, Joseph Emeka, are to be re-arraigned on an amended five counts of murder, attempt to murder, conspiracy to…
A Lagos State High Court in Ikeja has convicted and sentenced a 38-year-old driver, Sunday Okodo, to five years in prison for causing grievous bodily harm to a police officer, David Zapania, who is attached to the Lagos State Traffic Management Agency, LASTMA. Delivering the judgement on Wednesday, Justice Oyindamola Ogala, the trial just sentenced Okodo after finding him guilty on three out of the five charges brought against him by the Lagos State Government. The court found him guilty on counts two, four and five, while he was discharged and acquitted on the other counts. The Lagos State Government…
Wema Bank, Nigeria’s foremost innovative financial institution and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has announced the grand finale of the 5th edition of its flagship youth and startup-focused tech competition, Hackaholics. Launched in 2019, Wema Hackaholics is a groundbreaking initiative designed to harness the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Nigeria’s youth, providing them with a platform to turn their tech-driven ideas into reality. The highly anticipated Hackaholics 5.0 grand finale will take place on November 27th, 2024, under the theme, “Meta Idea: Capitalising Africa’s Growth Through Innovation.” This year’s theme aims to showcase how tech-driven solutions can…
The Executive Chairman of Eti-Osa Local Government Council, Hon. Saheed Adesegun Bankole, has made a remarkable initiative by distributing cash palliatives to empower the community’s youths, elderly, widows, traders, and entrepreneurs. This program reflects the Chairman’s dedication to the well-being of Eti-Osa residents, offering vital support to those who drive the local economy. Hon. Bankole pledges people-oriented support for Eti-Osa Hon. Bankole highlighted past welfare achievements, including food palliatives for school pupils, relief materials for Jakande residents affected by flooding, and financial assistance through bursaries and scholarships for students in tertiary institutions. While affirming his commitment, Hon. Bankole said “We…
A Lagos High Court sItting in Ikeja has reserved January 23, 2025 to hear the alleged defamation suit filed against a blogger Vincent Otse alias VeryDarkMan, VDM by Mr. Femi Falana, SAN. VDM is facing a defamatory suit filed against him by Mr. Falana (SAN), and his son, Folarin popularly known as FALZ. At the mentioning of the case on Thursday, counsel to Falana and Falz, Dr. Muiz Banire (SAN), informed the court that the claimants had filed the originating process and served to the parties. Banire also said a motion on notice was served on October 25, but Justice…
… Receives Best SME Bank In Nigeria and Excellence In Digital Innovation Awards Wema Bank, recognised as Nigeria’s most innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has been awarded Best SME Bank in Nigeria and Excellence in Digital Innovation at the recently held 2024 Global Retail Banking Innovation Awards. These awards underscore the Bank’s commitment to empowering businesses and delivering transformative digital solutions that cater to evolving customer needs. The Global Retail Banking Innovation Awards celebrate institutions that are reshaping the financial services landscape through impactful innovations and customer-centric approaches. Wema Bank’s Best SME Bank in…