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Emefiele inches closer to freedom as EFCC takes over case
Emefiele inches closer to freedom as EFCC takes over case
Godwin Emefiele, former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), is set to regain his freedom from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS).
Sources at the ministry of justice told TheCable that the presidency has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to handle Emefiele’s case.
On June 9, President Bola Tinubu suspended Emefiele and asked him to transfer his responsibilities to Folashodun Adebisi Shonubi, then deputy governor, operations directorate.
The day after, the DSS announced that Emefiele was in its custody for “some investigative reasons”.
On July 25, he was arraigned on a two-count charge bordering on “illegal possession” of firearms at a federal high court in Lagos, and was granted bail in the sum of N20 million.
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The two-count charge was later struck out on August 17 after the federal government withdrew same.
However, a fresh 20-count charge was instituted against him over an alleged conspiracy to carry out procurement fraud, among others.
The arraignment has been stalled twice and TheCable had reported that Emefiele was proposing a plea bargain agreement.
The agreement required Emefiele to resign as CBN governor and “disgorge” some assets.
On September 22, the CBN officially confirmed Emefiele’s resignation, after Olayemi Cardoso was appointed as substantive governor of the apex bank.
On Wednesday, Abdulrasheed Bawa, former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), was released from DSS custody.
Sources privy to the development confirmed his release to TheCable but provided no further information on the prevailing circumstances.
Bawa was arrested by the secret police shortly after he was suspended as chair of the EFCC in June over “abuse of office”.
Emefiele inches closer to freedom as EFCC takes over case
(THE CABLE)
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Army nabs six kidnappers, rejects N2m bribe in Taraba
Army nabs six kidnappers, rejects N2m bribe in Taraba
Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sub Sector 3 OPERATION WHIRL STROKE (OPWS), have arrested six kidnappers in Taraba State.
According to the army, they acted on a tip-off, after which troops from the 93 Battalion Sub-Sector 3B OPWS, stationed at Forward Operating Base Wukari, carried out a well-planned raid in Chinkai Village of Wukari Local Government Area.
This raid led to the apprehension of two individuals identified as Usman Gide Ali, aged 25 and Abdulrahaman Amadu, aged 28.
The suspects have been on wanted list of the security agencies for their involvement in multiple kidnappings in Wukari and its surroundings.
Upon their arrest, the suspects attempted to bribe the troops with 2 million Naira for their release. However, the soldiers staunchly refused the bribe, underscoring their dedication to justice and integrity.
The suspects were also overheard stating that if money failed to secure their freedom, their associates would resort to armed means to rescue them from custody.
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Ina different operation in Ibi Local Government Area, troops stationed at Sarikin Kudu acting on credible intelligence apprehended four more suspected kidnappers.
They have been identified as Jafaru Banyi, aged 28, Mohammad Ardo, aged 25, Amadu Lawal Shatta, aged 20 and Biyu Ardu, aged 25.
The suspects have been linked to numerous high-profile abductions in the region, targeting both locals and foreigners for ransom and have long been under the surveillance of security agencies.
The Commander 6 Brigade/ Sector 3 OPWS, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidebere Uwa, has since commended the troops for their courage and unwavering commitment to ethical standards.
He emphasized that the successful apprehension of these suspects is a testament to the diligent efforts and dedication of the soldiers, highlighting their refusal to accept bribes as a clear demonstration of their professionalism and integrity.
Army nabs six kidnappers, rejects N2m bribe in Taraba
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78 suspected internet fraudsters arrested in Enugu, Imo
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested no fewer than 78 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu and Imo States.
This was announced in a statement published on the Commission’s official X page on Monday.
According to the Commission’s statement, 29 suspects were apprehended in Enugu State, while 49 were arrested in Imo State.
The statement reads, “Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested seventy-eight (78) suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu and Imo States, respectively.
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“While twenty-nine suspects were arrested on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in Enugu State metropolis, the remaining forty-nine suspects were nabbed on Friday, May 17, 2024, in Imo State metropolis.
“The 78 suspects were arrested following actionable intelligence about their suspected involvement in online criminal activities.
“Items recovered from them include mobile phones, laptops, and 13 cars.
“They will be charged in court as soon as investigations are concluded.”
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Kano mosque attack: Principal suspect pleads guilty, remanded
Kano mosque attack: Principal suspect pleads guilty, remanded
An Upper Shariah Court sitting in Kano, yesterday, ordered the remand of the principal suspect, Shafi’u Abubakar in connection of an arson attack on mosque in Gadan village, Gezawa Local Government Area of the state.
Although, the suspect pleaded guilty as charged, but the case could not continue because of lack of legal representation.
The court presided over Halhalatu Zakariya directed the Attorney General to provide the suspect with legal representation.
The court ordered the remand of the suspect for one week and adjourned the case till May 31, 2024.
Kano mosque attack: Principal suspect pleads guilty, remanded
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