The Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has secured the conviction of the trio of Philemon Moses Cobons (aka Greg Young), Blessed Zugwai Adamu (aka James Smith) and Adajinewa Anaiah (aka Goddes Lex) before Justice A.A Isiaka of the Kaduna State High Court on one count charges each bordering on cybercrime. The convicts were arrested at different hideouts around the Kaduna metropolis for alleged involvement in cybercrime. The investigation revealed that they assumed different identities to lure unsuspecting persons into phoney social relationships with a view to defrauding them. The charge against Cobons reads, “That…
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21-Year-Old Internet Fraudster and Seven Others Convicted and Sentenced in Benin City for Online Scam, German Victim to Receive €7,040 in Restitution. A 21-year-old man named Kennedy Irabor Osasogie, along with seven accomplices, faced justice on August 3, 2023, as they were convicted and sentenced to prison by Justice M. Itsueli of the Edo State High Court in Benin City, Nigeria. The case came to light after a German citizen named Antje Kdla filed a petition, accusing Osasogie of defrauding her of significant sums of money through online scams. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) conducted investigations and found…
BudgIT, a foremost civic-tech organization leading the advocacy for accountability, transparency, and effective service delivery in Nigeria, is pleased to announce that the 2023 GovSpend Media Fellowship will run from September to November 2023. Recall that in 2021, BudgIT launched govspend.ng, a visual platform that provides citizens, CSOs, the media, and stakeholders access to simplified data from the Federal Government’s Open Treasury Portal. Based on this, the GovSpend Media Fellowship is BudgIT’s effort to train and equip journalists with the necessary skills to effectively utilize the GovSpend platform and other relevant subjects, such as creative communication and data-driven storytelling. For…
The Eastern Maritime stakeholders have been sensitised to the need to evacuate overtime cargoes at the various seaports and terminals. The event which took place recently in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, was in continuation of the Joint Task Team Committee sensitization exercise going on across the Nation on the need to make the various Seaports and terminals free of over- stay cargoes which the Maritime industry watchers believe has hindered free movements of Containers which has negatively affected the smooth operations at the terminals. Speaking at the event, the Managing Director, of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Mr. Mohammed…
I find it difficult to comprehend the fuss surrounding a ministerial appointment for an individual who has previously held positions as both a Minister and a Governor. Is it considered a promotion to become a Minister after having a strong desire to be President or Vice President? To me, it appears to be nothing more than a comfortable landing or a form of compensation in the form of a pension. I had expected Former Governor Nyesom Wike to take a cue from Dr Peter Odili, who understood his own value, mission, and passion and quietly transitioned into an advisory role…
In a determined effort to proactively address financial crimes and promote awareness about the detrimental effects of corruption, the Acting Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulkarim Chukkol, urged Nigerian students to shun corrupt practices during the launch of the EFCC Zero Tolerance Club at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), on July 27, 2023. Represented by ACE Bawa Hamidu Saidu, the Commander of Uyo Zonal Command, Chukkol stressed the importance of combating corruption as it hampers progress and development within any society. He highlighted that corruption has contributed significantly to the nation’s development challenges…
Wilfred Chinonso Oti, an alleged fake oil magnate, found himself facing serious charges of impersonation, money laundering, and obtaining money by false pretence as he was brought before Justice P.I. Ajoku of the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The arraignment took place on Friday, July 21, 2023, after the Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) filed an eight-count charge against him. One of the charges against Oti pertains to a fraudulent act he allegedly committed in March 2023, when he obtained $100,000 USD from Mrs Daphne Isidro under the pretext of…
In a significant ruling, Justice M. Itsueli of Edo State High Court, situated in Benin City, Edo State, pronounced Kelvin Ifeanyi Aneke and Leonard Emmanuel Osaretin guilty of fraudulent activities and handed down prison sentences on Thursday, July 27, 2023. The convictions came as a result of separate one-count charges brought against them by the Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for unlawful possession of fraudulent documents. The EFCC acted upon credible intelligence regarding their dubious actions, leading to the arrests of Aneke, 23, and Osaretin, 25. During the investigations, it was revealed that Kelvin…
Open Alliance, a coalition of civil society organizations working together to improve openness and accountability in governance, has called for an immediate forensic audit of the National Social Register. This call follows the concerns raised by the National Economic Council over the document that stated its reservations about the integrity of the Register. In light of the recent concerns surrounding the disbursement of N8000/household to citizens through the National Register, the National Economic Council, chaired by His Excellency Kashim Shettima, the Vice President, while having its usual meeting on Thursday, July 20, 2023, stated that they have unanimously agreed to…
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition that affects many men worldwide. It refers to the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. While ED is primarily a physical issue, its impact goes beyond the physical realm, affecting various aspects of a man’s life, including his mental well-being and body image. In this article, we will explore the psychological impact of erectile dysfunction on male body image and delve into the ways in which men can cope with and overcome these challenges. Understanding Male Body Image Body image encompasses an individual’s perceptions, thoughts, and feelings…
Prince Tonye Princewill, the son of the longest reigning monarch in Rivers State, His Serene Majesty, King Prof. T.J.T Princewill, Amachree the XI and Amanyanabo of the Kalabari Kingdom, has fixed the official date for the commencement of activities for the burial of his late father. According to him, “The official date for the commencement of activities for the burial of the longest reigning monarch in Rivers State, His Serene Majesty, King Prof. T.J.T Princewill, Amachree the XI and Amanyanabo of the Kalabari Kingdom has been fixed for the 29th and the 30th of November. The son of the late…
Despite its relatively small size, Rwanda has a diverse range of wildlife, including gorillas, buffalo, chimpanzees, elephants, lions, leopards, mountain gorillas and white and black rhinos. However, the country’s wildlife population has faced significant challenges in the past, including habitat loss, poaching, and conflict. In the 1990s, Rwanda’s civil war and genocide had a devastating impact on the country’s wildlife. National parks and protected areas were destroyed, and many animals were killed for food or as a result of the conflict. The mountain gorilla population, in particular, was hit hard, with half of the population killed during the conflict. Since…
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development expresses deep concern as it confirms the occurrence of an anthrax case in Niger State, Nigeria. On July 14, 2023, the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer of Nigeria received a report regarding animals displaying symptoms suspected to be anthrax on a farm in Suleja, Niger State. The affected farm, located at Gajiri along the Abuja-Kaduna expressway in Suleja LGA, is a multi-species farm housing cattle, sheep, and goats. Several animals exhibited symptoms such as the oozing of blood from various body openings, including the anus, nose, eyes, and ears. A Rapid…
Justice P.I. Ajoku of the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has handed down convictions and sentences to 37 individuals involved in the impersonation and possession of fraudulent documents. Among them, Silvar Meche Uzoeto (aka William Parker) has been sentenced to one year in prison for his crimes, violating Section 22 (2) (b) (i) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention) Act, 2015, and punishable under the same section of the Act. On Wednesday, July 13, 2023, Uzoeto pleaded guilty to the one-count charge brought against him by the Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission…
The Ibadan Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended Adeniran Ayobami Tijesunimi, an ex-cybercrime convict, along with fifty-four individuals for their alleged involvement in internet fraud and other related criminal activities. Adeniran Ayobami Tijesunimi had previously been convicted and sentenced to seven months imprisonment by Justice Uche Agomoh of the Federal High Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, on February 15, 2022, for his participation in cybercrime. The arrest of Tijesunimi and the other suspects took place in Oyo town, Oyo State on July 13, 2023. Their apprehension was the result of verified intelligence concerning their…
In a recent ruling on Friday, July 14, Justice M. Itsueli of the Edo State High Court in Benin City convicted and sentenced two individuals involved in internet fraud. The offenders, namely Wisdom Osazuwa, an 18-year-old self-proclaimed tailor, and Oyegun Osadebamwen Godwin, a student, were separately arraigned by the Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges related to the unlawful possession of fraudulent documents. During their arraignment, both Osazuwa and Godwin pleaded guilty to the charges levelled against them. Consequently, the prosecution counsel, Salihu Ahmed, requested the court to convict and sentence the defendants…
BudgIT, a foremost civic-tech organization leading the advocacy for accountability, transparency, and effective service delivery in Nigeria, is set to host the second edition of the Active Citizens Awards. This year’s award, themed ‘Trailblazers of Change: Pioneering Solutions, Shaping the Future,’ is scheduled to hold on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The Active Citizens Award is a BudgIT signature effort to honour and spotlight individuals and organizations doing ground-breaking humanitarian work in Nigeria’s civic space. Among the recipients of the maiden edition was Tunde Onakoya, the founder of Chess in Slums, who was presented…
…Court describes APC’s interference as a busybody, meddlesome interloper and pokenoser …Refuses to declare Owodunni as IKLG Representative …Agrees totally with the merit of the case The Federal High Court sitting in Abeokuta, today, July 13, 2023, dismissed the suit filed by Hon Dr Sulaiman Adeniye and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against Jide Owodunni and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) purely on procedural grounds and not on the merit of the case. Justice Adefunmilola Ajayi while agreeing to the withdrawal of Jide Owodunni from the 2023 election and defection to All Progressives Congress (APC) only faulted the plaintiff…
We stumbled upon this piece written by Professor Wole Soyinka. It is an open letter to Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, the 11th Emir of Ilorin. The letter was necessitated by the recent crisis over Isese Festival in Ilorin, Kwara State. Read this piece below and share your thoughts! Your Royal Highness, So soon after the Muslim season of spiritual purification, it is sad to see the ancient city of Ilorin, a confluence of faiths and ethnic varieties, reduced to this level of bigotry and intolerance, manifested in the role of a presiding monarch. The truncation of a people’s traditional festival is a…
According to Dele Alake, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart from Abuja on Saturday, July 8, to attend the 63rd Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in the capital city of Guinea-Bissau, Bissau. The summit, scheduled for Sunday, July 9, will address various crucial sub-regional matters. This includes discussing the report from the 50th Ordinary Session of the Mediation and Security Council (MSC), focusing on the security challenges faced by member countries. The financial situation of ECOWAS and the implementation of the African Continental…