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I want to appear in court but I am afraid of arrest – Yahaya Bello
Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello did not appear at the Federal High Court in Abuja for his arraignment on a 19-count charge by the EFCC, fearing arrest. “The defendant wants to come to court but he is afraid that there is an order of arrest hanging on his head,” Adedipe, SAN, submitted. His legal team argued that the arrest warrant was premature as the charge had not been properly served. Bello’s lawyer also challenged the legality of the EFCC Act, stating that it required ratification by state Houses of Assembly. The EFCC countered, urging the court not to set…
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FG to sell Abuja, Ibadan, Benin, Kaduna, Kano DisCos – Power Minister reveals
The Federal Government has announced its intention to divest ownership of the five electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos). Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, made this declaration on Monday, April 22, highlighting that banks and the Asset Management Company (AMCON), which have been overseeing these DisCos due to their inability to repay loans, lack the necessary technical expertise. The Minister stated that the sale to reputable technical power operators is slated for completion within three months. The affected entities include the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), managed by the United Bank of Africa (UBA); the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC); the Kaduna…
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Alleged N80.2bn fraud: ”Yahaya Bello remains a responsible citizen” – Kogi youths protest EFCC’s move to arrest Yahaya Bello
A group of youths in Kogi State on Tuesday staged a protest against the purported plans of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to apprehend former Governor Yahaya Bello on allegations of embezzling N80.2 billion. Converging in significant numbers, they obstructed the Lokoja-Abuja road, resulting in traffic congestion along the route. Under the banners of the Coalition of Civil Society for Democracy and the Africa Youths Coalition for Justice, the protesters voiced their grievances, accusing the anti-corruption agency of engaging in a witch-hunt and unfairly targeting the former governor. Their placards bore messages such as “Nigeria is not a…
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Dana Air plane crash-lands in Lagos
A Dana Air plane crash-landed at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport on Tuesday morning Fortunately, there were no casualties, and specific details about the incident were not immediately accessible at the time of reporting. The airline and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) are yet to comment or issue a statement on the matter.
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2015: Those asking me to apologize worse than Jonathan, Buhari, Tinubu – Aisha Yesufu
Prominent activist Aisha Yesufu has confronted individuals demanding an apology from her for leading the campaign that removed former President Goodluck Jonathan from office. Yesufu reiterated that those who supported President Buhari’s election made a significant contribution to the country, as the current state of affairs clearly demonstrates that 2018 was far superior to 2023. She emphasized that the deterioration of President Buhari’s second term compared to his first should not be dismissed as insignificant. According to her, it should not serve as an endorsement of the notion that rewarding failure leads to further decline. She wrote on X,: “Jonathan’s…
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Yahaya Bello is not a small child who could just be concealed somewhere, work with the DSS and police to get his actual location – Activist, Israel Joe tells EFCC
Human rights activist Comrade Israel Joe has expressed his disapproval of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) declaring the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, wanted. Joe remarked that such actions by the EFCC reflect poorly on the agency’s capability for thorough investigative work. He suggested that rather than publicly declaring Bello wanted, the EFCC should utilize its resources to locate him and bring him to justice, without undermining the public’s trust in the agency. “Yahaya Bello is not a small child who could just be concealed somewhere. “They should work with the DSS and Police to get…
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Don’t say what you can’t defend – Police PRO warns, says it could be criminal
The Nigeria Police Force spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has issued a cautionary statement to Nigerians regarding their social media activities. Adejobi emphasized the importance of being able to substantiate comments made online. Highlighting the Cybercrime Prohibition Act of 2015, Adejobi stressed that individuals may face legal consequences for making unsupported claims or comments on social media. He warned that the police are actively pursuing individuals who engage in reckless or sarcastic online behavior, regardless of their status or affiliations.
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Naira will continue to appreciate against US dollar, Tinubu knows the game – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has provided assurance that the Nigerian currency will maintain its upward trend against the dollar. Shettima emphasized that President Bola Tinubu comprehends the dynamics and is committed to sustaining the appreciation of the naira. These remarks were made during a courtesy visit to the Vice President’s office in Abuja by a delegation from the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, led by President Gabriel Idahosa. According to a statement from his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President highlighted Tinubu’s decision to abolish fuel subsidies and streamline the multiple exchange rates, as the previous system was…
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Police detain Yahaya Bello’s female ADC after declared wanted by the EFCC
The ADC of the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has been apprehended and held in custody by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The female police officer and others were detained in the aftermath of the ex-governor’s eluding capture by EFCC agents on April 17th. They are suspected of aiding Bello’s evasion from EFCC authorities. The anti-corruption agency had raided Bello’s residence to arrest him on charges of money laundering and financial impropriety during his tenure. While the Nigeria Police Force has not issued an official statement on the arrests, sources within the police suggest that the officers may…
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Declaring Yahaya Bello wanted is unnecessary – Daniel Bwala tells EFCC
Daniel Bwala, a former spokesperson for the defunct Atiku-Okowa Presidential Campaign Council, criticized the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for declaring former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, wanted. Bwala argued that the EFCC had the necessary means to apprehend Bello without the need for such a declaration. He questioned why the EFCC treated Bello differently from former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha. The EFCC declared Bello wanted over allegations of money laundering amounting to N80.2 billion, and indicated its consideration of involving the Nigerian Army for his arrest. Despite a failed attempt to arrest Bello at his Abuja residence,…
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Insecurity: Nigeria has become laughing stock across the world – T Y Danjuma
Former Chief of Defense Staff, retired General Theophilus Y. Danjuma has expressed concern that Nigeria’s security issues have tarnished its global reputation. Speaking at the annual Nwonyo Fishing and Cultural Festival in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba State, he emphasized the urgency for Nigerian authorities to address the security challenges plaguing the nation. Danjuma stressed that without guaranteed security, both investors and tourists, especially foreigners, would hesitate to visit or invest in the country. “No person or group of persons will want to come to our state or country if we continue to kill and butcher ourselves,” he said.…
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Eight years not forever – Aisha Yesufu mocks Yahaya Bello, ElRufai
Aisha Yesufu, a prominent social commentator, has ridiculed Nasir El-Rufai and Yahaya Bello, former governors of Kaduna and Kogi States respectively, regarding their current challenges. Through a post on her social media handle, she remarked that Nigerian politicians often mistakenly believe that their tenure of eight years in power will endure indefinitely. She wrote: “To Nigerian Politicians, 8 years is FOREVER!Little do they know!I laugh in ElRufai and Yahaya Bello.” This response follows the attempted arrest of Yahaya Bello and the subsequent declaration by the EFCC that he is wanted for alleged economic and financial crimes amounting to N80.2 billion.
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