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$4.5bn fraud: Court fixes Emefiele’s WhatsApp review ruling Sept.15

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An Ikeja Special Offences Court has fixed September 15 to rule on an application by former Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, governor, Godwin Emefiele, seeking forensic analysis of WhatsApp evidence in his $4.5 billion fraud case.

The former apex bank governor is standing trial on a 19-count charge bordering on making corrupt demands and receiving gratification.

He co-defendant, Henry Omoile, is facing a three-count charge bordering on unlawful acceptance of gifts by agents.

The court charged the duo with fraud totaling $4.5 billion and N2.8 billion.

Emefiele, through his counsel, Olalekan Ojo, SAN, at the resumed hearing on Tuesday, prayed the court to permit a forensic analysis of a mobile phone used in extracting WhatsApp messages already tendered as evidence.

“The defence is seeking the leave of the court to call a forensic expert to examine both the mobile device and printed conversations allegedly linked to the defendants,” Ojo said.

However, counsel for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Chigozie Okezie, opposed the application.

According to Okezie, by virtue of the rules of evidence and practice, once an evidence of such nature had been admitted as an exhibit, the court became its custodian and retained it until the conclusion of the trial.

She argued that the essence is for the documents to remain in their original form as presented before the court.

The EFCC counsel further stated that the duration of the forensic exercise was also not stated in the defendant’s application.

She pointed out that the defence failed to disclose the name of the forensic laboratory, the expertise and the experience of the personnel to be used for the examination.

“What is more, the defendants ought to have presented options of forensic laboratories, stating their competence for the court to pick from.

“We pray the court to nominate the director of forensic department in the commission to select a laboratory for the exercise.

“We also urge the court to direct that the examination be conducted in the presence of a person with vast experience and knowledge, to be nominated by the prosecution.

“There should be room for proper chain of custody to ensure the device is not tampered with and is returned to the court upon conclusion of the exercise,” she said.

After listening to the submission of both parties, Justice Rahman Oshodi adjourned the case until September 15 for ruling.

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Landlord Packs Kidnapped Tenant’s Belongings Outside After Months Of Waiting, Video Trends Online (Watch)

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A viral video has sparked strong reactions online after a landlord packed out the belongings of a tenant who was allegedly kidnapped months ago after travelling to his village in Imo state.

In the video, shared by @ChuksEricE on X (formerly Twitter), neighbors revealed that the tenant had been missing for an extended period, and no family member or friend came forward to renew the rent.

The landlord reportedly granted extra months of grace but eventually decided to clear out the apartment to make it available for new tenants.

Footage showed the tenant’s belongings arranged outside the compound, leaving social media users shocked and confused by the situation.

Some believe the landlord acted out of frustration and financial pressure, while others argue that the move was insensitive, especially given that the tenant’s whereabouts remain unknown.

A viewer commented, “This is heartbreaking. What if the person returns?” Another wrote, “Landlords no dey send anybody again. Economy don hard.”

The clip has ignited a heated debate online about compassion, property rights, and how landlords in Nigeria handle cases involving missing tenants.

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I Was Bullied Into Supporting Tinubu – Nollywood Actress, Bimbo Akintola Opens Up (Video)

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Bimbo Akintola, the Nollywood actress, has explained why she remains a steadfast supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The movie star, who supported Tinubu during the last election, explained that she increased her support for the then-APC candidate because an opposition supporter bullied her over her choice of Tinubu.

She claimed that her increased support for Tinubu was to spite her bully.

Speaking in a recent episode of With Chude, Akintola urged Nigerians to respect other people’s political choices and opinions.

“I supported President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the last election because somebody annoyed me with their bullying.

“Nigerians are annoying. Don’t bully other people. We have our rights to differences of opinion. You don’t like this man [Tinubu], cool, you have the right not to like him. You prefer this person, good for you. But don’t bully others.

“They bullied aunty Joke [Silva] to the point that someone wrote something that was so inhumane. So, I made a video and said, ‘I’m also supporting Tinubu, kill me, let me see if you can change my mind.’

“We need to stop bullying. We need to agree that we can never agree with everybody. That’s what makes us great and beautiful. If we are all the same, it would be a boring life. Till tomorrow, you might not agree that he was the best person for the job, but at that point, that was who I wanted, that was who I voted for. You can’t take my voice away from me; it’s mine,” she expressed.

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Youths development Advocacy of Nigeria join journalist to tour the Tiger base facility

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………Calls for calmness and disclaim falsified narratives

The people of Imo State are uniting against false narratives surrounding the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, also known as Tiger Base. This esteemed unit, led by ACP Oladimeji Adeyeyiwa, is committed to safeguarding our state from heinous crimes.

Situated in a secure facility equipped with state-of-the-art CCTV cameras, Tiger Base exemplifies transparency and accountability. The tireless efforts of CP Aboki Danjuma and his team have created a safe environment for residents to enjoy nightlife.

Our visit to the tiger base gave us the opportunity to ask questions surrounding the false speculation and the numerous misleading information. We are fighting in collaborative effort with the security agencies to shutdown propaganda that could incite crisis in our peaceful state.

Imo State has witnessed a significant decline in kidnapping cases, a affirmation to the collaborative efforts of our security agencies and government. This progress is a source of pride for our community.

The Youth development Advocacy of Nigeria, Imo State Chapter applauds the dedication of our security personnel and encourages continued support for their endeavors. By working together, we can build a brighter future for our state.

As Youths, we must be vigilant against misinformation and promote a culture of peace and security.

Our collective efforts will shape the future of Imo State. Let’s strive for a state where our children can grow up in safety, our businesses flourish, and our people live without fear.

Imo State has the potential to be a model of stability and progress in Nigeria. Let’s harness our collective energy to achieve this vision. The Youth Development Advocacy of Nigeria, Imo State Chapter is available to partner with any agencies for the development of our youths.

Chinedu Brown Akueweghiro
Youth Development Advocacy of Nigeria, Imo State Chapter
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