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FBI arrests Bola ‘Bobo Chicago’ over $2.8m fraud case
FBI arrests Bola ‘Bobo Chicago’ over $2.8m fraud case
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has taken 25-year-old Oliyomi Bumbata, also known as “Bobo Chicago,” into custody over allegations of orchestrating fraud schemes that defrauded individuals and businesses of a total of $2.8 million.
According to a report by SaharaReporters, Bumbata was arrested on November 20 in Chicago, Illinois, following an arrest warrant issued in Oklahoma. The warrant was based on an investigation into multiple criminal complaints surrounding his activities.
Authorities allege that Bobo Chicago initially operated in the Nigerian community within the Houston metropolitan area before relocating to Chicago. He was subsequently extradited to Oklahoma, where he faces five charges, including wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, conspiracy to commit money laundering, and illegal monetary transactions.
These alleged crimes reportedly occurred between June and October 2023.
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Investigators have linked $2.8 million in fraudulent transactions to Bumbata, who is accused of hacking into accounts belonging to companies and individuals in Oklahoma’s Eastern District. They also allege he transferred over $300,000 to a well-known liquor store, implicating the business’s owner in the process.
Bumbata’s alleged co-conspirator has also been detained, though further details about their involvement have not been disclosed.
U.S. District Court Judge Beth Jantz in Illinois has approved Bumbata’s transfer to Oklahoma to face the charges. He has been assigned a public defender after claiming he cannot afford legal representation, suggesting he may opt to accept a plea deal rather than contest the charges.
This arrest is part of the FBI’s broader crackdown on fraud schemes involving high-profile individuals, particularly within the Nigerian community. Many have already been convicted and are serving prison sentences for similar offenses, highlighting the agency’s efforts to tackle financial crimes targeting U.S. businesses.
FBI arrests Bola ‘Bobo Chicago’ over $2.8m fraud case
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NAFDAC seizes ₦300m worth of counterfeit drugs in Lagos
NAFDAC seizes ₦300m worth of counterfeit drugs in Lagos
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered counterfeit medicines worth ₦300m during a raid at Tyre Village within the Trade Fair Complex, Lagos State.
In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, NAFDAC revealed that the operation led to the confiscation of fake pharmaceuticals, including Amoxicillin 500 mg, Ampicloxa capsules 500 mg, and packaging materials for Augmentin capsules 625 mg.
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“These counterfeit medicines pose serious health risks, such as treatment failure, organ damage, and potential carcinogenic effects due to their unknown compositions,” the statement warned.
The facility has been sealed, and a suspect linked to the illegal operation has been invited for questioning as investigations continue.
NAFDAC seizes ₦300m worth of counterfeit drugs in Lagos
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Lagos seals churches, hotels, others over noise pollution + [Pictures]
Lagos seals churches, hotels, others over noise pollution + [Pictures]
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, has sealed off several establishments, including churches, hotels, bars, and other businesses, for failing to comply with the state’s environmental laws.
The operation which covered areas such as Mushin, Amuwo Odofin, and Okota Isolo, was part of ongoing efforts to address noise pollution and other environmental violations across Lagos.
LASEPA confirmed this in a statement on its verified X handle on Thursday.
It said the establishments were found guilty of breaching environmental regulations despite multiple warnings from LASEPA.
The statement said, “In a decisive move to combat noise pollution and other environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) sealed several establishments across the state.
“The enforcement operation, which covered areas such as Mushin, Amuwo Odofin, and Okota Isolo, underscores LASEPA’s commitment to fostering a healthier and more sustainable environment for all Lagosians.
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“The sealed establishments include: Daily Bakery, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Gak Universal Allied Limited, Ideal Standard, Franjane Royal Suites, Golden Haven Resort & Suites, Festival Hotel Conference Centre & SPA, FS Service Centre, Moulin Rouge Ventures at Olivia Mall.”
The General Manager of LASEPA, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, reiterated the agency’s zero-tolerance policy for violations that threaten public health and community harmony.
“Environmental protection is a shared responsibility,” Ajayi stated.
“As a government agency, we are dedicated to enforcing all necessary measures to ensure compliance with environmental laws.
“Noise pollution, improper siting of hazardous facilities, and other infractions significantly impact public health and quality of life. We urge businesses and individuals to prioritise compliance and adopt sustainable practices,” he added.
Dr. Ajayi also urged Lagos residents to report environmental violations through LASEPA’s official channels, emphasizing the need for collective action to protect the environment.
Lagos seals churches, hotels, others over noise pollution + [Pictures]
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Apologise publicly to Endbadgovernance protesters, Amnesty Int’l tells FG
Apologise publicly to Endbadgovernance protesters, Amnesty Int’l tells FG
Amnesty International wants the federal government to publicly apologise to all protesters who were killed, injured or traumatised by security agents during the August 1–10 #EndBadGovernance protests.
A briefing published by the global organisation focused on human rights on Thursday stated that at least 24 protesters were killed and 1,200 were arrested during the nationwide August protest.
The 24 recorded killings occurred in Kano, Jigawa, Katsina, Niger, Borno and Kaduna states. 12 people were killed in Kano, three in Jigawa, one in Katsina, three in Niger, three in Borno and two in Kaduna.
The briefing also revealed that the deceased were aged between 5 and 63.
“In all cases, the victims were shot by the police, firing live ammunition at close range often at the head or torso, suggesting that officers were shooting to kill. Two survivors suffered injuries after being shot by police in the arm and legs, others were suffocated by the indiscriminate use of tear gas,” Amnesty International stated.
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According to the organisation, the killing and arrest of protesters by the Nigerian authorities as well as the brutality meted out to them reflect the failure to respect and facilitate the right to freedom of expression.
Amnesty International also asked the government to “drop all charges against protesters solely for the peaceful exercise of their rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, and unconditionally release those facing such charges”.
Some of the other demands to the government include granting detainees access to lawyers of their choice, families and independent medical care; the immediate release of those detained solely for peacefully exercising their human rights during the hunger protests; ensuring that detainees are tried under international standards for fair trials; and developing more robust engagement between the youths and the government.
Provide specific training for law enforcement officials on crowd facilitation during protests
In its recommendations to the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Amnesty International called for the training of officers on crowd facilitation and management during protests and international human rights standards.
The group also recommended the implementation of ammunition registration, control system and communications records system to monitor operational orders; promotion of visible markings to identify officers who participate in public law enforcement operations; promotion of opportunities for dialogue with protest organisers and the establishment of administrative sanctions for law enforcement personnel involved in abuses or acts of violence.
Apologise publicly to Endbadgovernance protesters, Amnesty Int’l tells FG
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