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Nigerian Pilot Faces 5-yr Jail Term In US Over False Declaration On Certificate

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A 36-year-old Nigerian pilot, Olukayode Ojo, now stands on the brink of a potential five-year prison sentence in Texas, after being convicted of deceiving the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in a desperate bid to secure his pilot’s certification.

U.S. District Judge Jodi Dishman ordered Ojo to remain in custody following the guilty verdict, delivered on August 16, 2024. The weight of his actions bears down on him as U.S. Attorney Robert Troester confirmed the conviction, uncovering a narrative on the FAA’s official website: Ojo had sought a medical certificate critical for flying commercial passenger aircraft, yet his path was marred by falsehoods.

On June 4, 2024, a federal jury delivered a two-count indictment against Ojo, charging him with making false statements, and just months later, they found him guilty on both counts. The investigation, driven by the Transportation Security Administration—Investigations, saw Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jackson Eldridge and Matt Dillon unveil the shocking truth behind Ojo’s façade.

The trial laid bare Ojo’s troubling history; an FAA-certified commercial pilot, he had previously pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor theft charges in February 2023 for stealing passenger luggage at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. In an attempt to cover his tracks, Ojo submitted false statements to the FAA during his applications for an FAA First Class Medical Certificate in March 2023 and March 2024, aiming to hide his checkered past.

With a formidable sentence looming—up to five years in federal prison for each count and possible fines reaching $250,000—Ojo’s future hangs in the balance, with his sentencing date yet to be announced.

 

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2Baba Cries Out For Help in Now Deleted Instagram Post

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This morning, 2Baba posted “Help Me” on his Instagram stories, but less than 20 minutes later, the message vanished.

For the past few days, his relationship with his current wife, Senator Natasha Osawaru, has been under serious scrutiny, as a series of public incidents have surfaced and fuelled widespread speculation about the state of their marriage.

His cry for help should not be taken lightly. But who will answer him?

Will it be his family, his close friends, or the entertainment industry that has benefited from his legendary career?

At this point, one thing is clear. The music icon seems to be calling for real support and those around him cannot afford to look away.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Attack Gov. Otti’s Advance Team In Imo, As Scores Were Kidnapped From A Bus Along Owerri-Road Road

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An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite axis in Imo State.

The three-member team was en route to Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Owerri, when the attack occurred shortly before the airport junction.

In a statement electronically signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Abia Government clarified that Governor Otti’s main convoy was not involved in the incident and was nowhere near the location at the time.

“The convoy of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, was not attacked. No member of the advance team or any other person sustained injury, and no life was lost,” the statement stressed, urging the public to disregard rumours suggesting otherwise.

It was learned that Security agencies have been notified, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

Meanwhile, a commercial bus plying along Owerri -Aba road towards the Ngor Okpala axis was attacked Monday and scores of passengers were feared kidnapped by yet-to-identify gunmen.

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Gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra

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The convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, was attacked by gunmen in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Ngige who confirmed the incident to newsmen, stated that he was not in the convoy when the attack occurred. He mentioned that several people were shot and injured.

“I was not in the convoy. I’m still alive and well. Those hoodlums have started again. I came to my state to relax, but what happened is unfortunate. I will go back to Abuja. But I assure those who did this, they will not go unpunished.” he said

The vehicles were reportedly returning from a mechanic workshop in Nkpor when the gunmen struck along the busy Umuoji–Nkpor Road leading to Alor, Ngige’s hometown.

According to Mr. Fred Chukwulobelu, Ngige’s former Special Adviser on Media, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and the attackers, dressed in police and army uniforms, took away his gun and uniform.

He also confirmed that a woman filming the incident was fatally shot. He added that a shop owner who rushed out to see what was happening was also shot; he lost significant blood and is scheduled for surgery, but is expected to recover fully.

The pilot car was riddled with bullets, while the wounded escort leader has undergone surgery and is also expected to recover.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command said it has launched a state-wide manhunt for the perpetrators.

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