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Bank accounts of seven businessmen accused of defrauding Fouani N1.4bn frozen
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Bank accounts of seven businessmen accused of defrauding Fouani N1.4bn frozen
The Federal High Court in Lagos has placed a “Post No Debit” (PND) on the accounts of seven businessmen and four firms in eight banks pending investigation of how N1,426,100,430 was fraudulently transferred from an account of a Lebanese firm.
Justice Akintayo Aluko granted the order on August 20, 2024, sequel to a motion ex parte moved and argued by the Department of State Security (DSS), through its counsel Michael Bajela.
The order subsists for 90 days.
The complainant in the suit is Fouani Nigeria Limited while the respondents affected by the order and their bank details are: Haruna Adam Abubakar – 1709985717 (Access Bank), Anthony Godwill Ifeanyi – 1236732473 (Access Bank), Tochukwu Modestus Obodoefuna -1565420706 (Access Bank), M. Munzali Dara Worldwide Business 5601060742 (Fidelily Bank), Anthony Ifeanyi Electronic Trading 5420158002 (Keystone Bank), Kholobekian Joseph Mesrob 1016886802 (UBA), Izuchukwu Stanley Alaman Jo 2137303667 (UBA), A.S. Rano Lubricant Toll Inv. Ltd 1305567771 (Providus Bank), Obioma Emeka Daniel 1005922923 (FCMB), Esto World Mega Venture Resources 2004467010 (Globus Bank) and Mubarak Buhari 8066868814 (Opay).
The court thereafter adjourned further proceedings till November 22, for the report of compliance.
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“Post No Debit” is a term used to describe a restriction imposed by banks on specific accounts, preventing customers from making withdrawals, transfers, or any other debits from their accounts.
In applying for the order, Mr. Bajela supported his application with a affidavit sworn by a DSS operative, Joshua Babalola.
Babalola averred that the Applicant (DSS) received a petition from the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Pic (NIBSS) with the heading “Request for investigation into unauthorized fund transfers on Fouani Nigeria Limited Account.”
The petition was dated 1st day of August, 2024, and signed by Richard Bello Chief Audit Executive & Olusola Odediran, Chief Information Security Officer.
“The petitioner claimed that the sum of (N1,426,100,430.00) was fraudulently transferred by the respondents from Fouani Nigeria Limited account number 0690342734 Access Bank, 0004018789 GTBank, 1010248929 Zenith Bank and 1004536508 (UBA Bank).
“The petitioners therefore plead with the Applicant to investigate the matter and also stop the respondents from removing the money from their various Bank accounts mentioned in the face of our motion paper,” Babalola stated.
Bank accounts of seven businessmen accused of defrauding Fouani N1.4bn frozen
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Adamawa man arrested for allegedly defiling daughter
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Adamawa man arrested for allegedly defiling daughter
In Adamawa State, 35-year-old Muhammad Auwal has been arrested by the Nigeria Police for allegedly defiling his 14-year-old daughter.
The arrest took place on September 11, 2024, according to a statement from the state police command.
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Public Relations Officer Suleiman Nguroje confirmed that Auwal has confessed to the crime.
The police are now preparing to charge him in court. The case has sparked significant concern, highlighting the serious issue of sexual assault within families.
Adamawa man arrested for allegedly defiling daughter
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NAF airstrike kills 28 terrorists in Niger State
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NAF airstrike kills 28 terrorists in Niger State
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) announced that Operation Whirl Punch eliminated at least 28 terrorists in Niger’s Shiroro area on Wednesday.
This information was released in a statement by Capt. Kabiru Ali, NAF’s Deputy Director of Public Relations and Information, on Thursday in Abuja.
Ali explained that the operation targeted criminal elements terrorizing communities in the area.
The successful air mission was conducted on September 11, following a request for air support from friendly forces.
According to Ali, NAF air assets observed over 100 terrorists engaging friendly forces in a intense battle.
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“After confirming the positions of friendly troops, the NAF conducted precision airstrikes on the terrorists’ positions.
“The strikes were devastating, neutralizing dozens of terrorists in successive passes.
“As of the time of reporting, 28 bodies had been recovered from the target area, with several more terrorists, weapons, and burnt motorcycles still being cleared,” he said.
Ali emphasized that the successful operation highlights NAF’s dedication to protecting Nigeria and supporting other security agencies in combating criminality.
“Nigerians can be assured that NAF will continue to conduct air operations, both independently and in collaboration with surface forces.”
“This is to eliminate all threats to the peace, prosperity, and security of our great nation,” he said.
NAF airstrike kills 28 terrorists in Niger State
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Fire razes Kogi phone market, goods worth millions lost
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Fire razes Kogi phone market, goods worth millions lost
A devastating fire outbreak has destroyed properties worth millions of naira at the GSM Village near Kpata Market in Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, was reportedly caused by a power surge.
Eyewitnesses and residents nearby confirmed that the outbreak began due to a high voltage surge that damaged electrical appliances in surrounding homes. Traders were unable to salvage any goods as the inferno quickly spread out of control.
Muhammed Yahaya, one of the affected shop owners, shared his ordeal. “I received a call around 5:30 am, informing me that the market was on fire. By the time I arrived, many shops were already burnt down. Based on what people around the area said, the high voltage is likely what triggered the fire. Fans, lights, and other electrical items in the neighbouring houses were also damaged,” he explained.
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Yahaya added that many shop owners had just restocked their inventory earlier in the week, making the loss even more devastating.
Appealing to the Kogi State Government for assistance, Yahaya expressed hope that authorities would provide financial support and help rebuild the GSM Village.
“We are mostly young, resourceful graduates who created jobs for ourselves. The properties we nurtured for over 15 years were destroyed in an hour. We need the government’s intervention to recover from this tragedy,” he pleaded.
Moses Felix, the Financial Secretary of the Kogi Association of Phones and Accessories Dealers (KAPAD), also spoke about the impact of the inferno.
“I lost everything in my shop, including newly arrived goods. It’s overwhelming. I am a married man with children, and this fire has wiped out my livelihood. I employ three boys who depend on me, and now they too are without jobs,” Felix lamented, visibly distressed.
As of the time of this report, fire service officials were still working to extinguish the fire. A full assessment of the damage is expected once the fire is completely put out.
Fire razes Kogi phone market, goods worth millions lost
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