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Two Abuja-based businessmen in DSS net over alleged advance fee fraud, terrorism acts

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The long arms of operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have caught up with two Abuja-based businessmen allegedly involved in swindling major federal government contractors and acts of terrorism.

The suspected fraudsters and terrorism sponsors, identified as Abubakar Sheu and Ibrahim Isyaku Mahuta, are said to be in the custody of the security agency.

In addition, their 12 different bank accounts, where the alleged proceeds were deposited, have been frozen on the order of the Federal High Court in Abuja.

A court document leading to the freezing of their accounts revealed that the first suspect, Abubakar Sheu, used his two companies, A. A. Gano Ventures and A. A. Zaks Global Concept, to defraud several major contractors under various pretenses.

DSS claimed in the court documents that its preliminary investigation revealed that Sheu is a member of a criminal syndicate defrauding federal government contractors who bid for major federal contracts.

He was said to have used his two companies, A. A. Gano Ventures and A. A. Zaks Global Concept, in conspiracy with some top government officials in federal ministries, departments, and agencies to fraudulently obtain funds from unsuspecting contractors.

Additionally, the secret police alleged that fraudulently obtained funds were found in five different bank accounts domiciled in Ecobank Plc, First City Monument Bank (FCMB), Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB), and Sterling Bank Plc.

DSS claimed that the alleged fraudulent activities of the suspect, his two companies, and their cohorts constituted a threat to national security.

Based on the allegations against the suspect and the two companies, Justice Peter Lifu granted permission to the DSS to freeze the five bank accounts for 60 days to conduct thorough investigations.

The motion of the DSS before the Federal High Court, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1033/2024, was brought under sections 5(3) and 81(1) of the Terrorism Prevention and Prohibition Act 2022 and was argued by lawyer Yunusa Idris Umar.

On his part, the second suspect, Ibrahim Isyaku Mahuta, and his company, Majmahuta Energy Company Limited, were accused of defrauding one Moses Drambi to the tune of N48.7 million under the pretext of shipping petroleum products from Ghana to Nigeria.

He was said to have used his company, Majmahuta Energy Company Limited, to carry out the alleged fraudulent activities and deposited funds in United Bank for Africa (UBA), Ecobank, and Providus Bank Limited.

The seven bank accounts where the money was found have been ordered frozen for 60 days by Justice Peter Lifu.

Justice Lifu agreed with DSS that freezing the seven bank accounts was necessary to unravel, arrest, and prosecute the perpetrators.

The motion of the DSS before the Federal High Court, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1034/2024, was brought under sections 5(3) and 81(1) of the Terrorism Prevention and Prohibition Act 2022 and was argued by Yunusa Idris Umar.

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“Ned Nwoko Paid Us N5 Million Each To Kill Regina Daniels” – Man Claims As Video Goes Viral (Watch)

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A young man has sparked widespread reactions on social media after claiming that Senator Ned Nwoko offered him and others N5 million each to kill his estranged wife, actress Regina Daniels.

Ned Nwoko, a Nigerian billionaire and politician, has been embroiled in a highly publicised marital crisis with Regina Daniels, with rumours of separation dominating the headlines in recent months.

Although the couple appears to have moved on separately, the recent allegation has reignited public attention on their turbulent relationship.

In a viral video on X (formerly Twitter), the young man, who partially concealed his face, alleged that the Senator instructed them to carry out the killing, providing Daniels’ location and schedule. He claimed they refused the assignment, citing the high risk involved.

He stated in the video: “Ned Nwoko told us to go and kill Regina Daniels, gave us her location and the time she was going to move, but we refused to do it, because… I cannot do it.”

The man further alleged that even appearing in the video put his life in danger. He added that the Senator had paid them N5 million each and warned Regina Daniels to be cautious during the current ember months.

The revelation has generated mixed reactions across social media, with many Nigerians expressing shock, concern, and disbelief over the claim.

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“Mistakes Happen” – Woman Begs Husband After DNA Test Reveals He Isn’t The Father Of Her 3 Children (Video)

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A shocking family drama unfolded when a man discovered that the three children he had raised for six years were not biologically his.

The truth came to light just weeks before Thanksgiving, leaving the man devastated and struggling to process the betrayal.

In a post shared by @amebogist on Instagram, it was reported that he asked the woman and her children to leave while he processed the revelation.

But his family, believing the children shouldn’t be punished for their mother’s actions, invited them to the holiday gathering without consulting him.

When the woman and her children arrived, the man became visibly upset, witnesses say he rushed to the front door, blocking their entry, and told his family he wasn’t ready to see them so soon after learning the truth.

The woman reportedly pleaded with him, saying, “Mistake happens,” asking for forgiveness and understanding.

Despite her pleas, the man stood firm, and she eventually left with the children to avoid making the situation worse.

The incident has sparked heated debate online. Some defended the man, arguing he had every right to protect his emotional well-being. Others said the children shouldn’t suffer for their mother’s betrayal.

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Community Leaders Probe Alleged ‘Underage Marriage’ In Benue (Photos)

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Leaders of the Ikurav-Ya community in Kwande Local Government Area, Benue State, on Wednesday launched an investigation into an alleged underage marriage that has sparked public debate after the couple’s pre-wedding photos went viral.

According to findings from the inquiry, the bride-to-be, Angel, was born in 2006 and completed her secondary education last year.

Officials also established that both families fully consented to the union.

The girl is also said to be 12 weeks pregnant

 

The council says the fact-finding exercise was necessary to address misinformation and provide clarity on the issue.

However, according to Zege Orkwande, his personal investigation revealed that the girl is 15 years old and an orphan.

“Ikurav-ya President held an investigation on the controversial underaged Marriage Saga today. According to them, here are the facts discovered: The said girl was born in 2006 (19yrs). The girl passed out from secondary school last year.

“Both parents of the couple are fully in support. My personal facts gathered, the girl is 15yrs and without parents. She’s staying with the aunty who couldn’t fund her education no more. She’s heavily pregnant.

“She got pregnant before her SSCE paper. At least my noise made them to investigate. The girl is pregnant already while date for marriage is 18th December. Before you support such marriage, wait when you give birth to a girl child then give her to a man at age 15 to marry.

“Orkwande give up at this point. Una don WIN,” he wrote.

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