Another set of 30 kidnap victims released in Katsina

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5 years ago

September 15, 2019

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No fewer than thirty set of kidnap victims have been released in Katsina State.

The 30 persons were handed over to the state governor, Aminu Masari on Saturday, bringing the number of persons released so far to 45, as the ongoing peace deal enters its third week.

Addressing the returnees, the Governor Masari assured that his administration will not relent in its efforts to secure the release of others still in captivity.

He also directed that the returnees be taken to the hospital for health checks before heading home to join their families.

One of the victims, Zinatu Sani from Kankara told journalists that she was abducted from her matrimonial home with two of her children.

She said that the bandits initially demanded a ransom of N20 million which was later reduced to N6 million, which she said her family couldn’t pay.

She said the suspected bandits used to give them raw rice to cook with only water and salt.

Sani narrated that they slept in an open space for fifty-five (55) days whether it rained or not.

She further disclosed that there were still a lot of people in captivity inside the forest.

The freed victims were later handed over to the transition committee chairmen of Kankara and Jibiya LGs for medical check-up and eventual reunification with their families.

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N80bn Fraud Allegations: Court denies Yahaya Bello’s arrest warrant appeal

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May 10, 2024

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Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has stood firm on ensuring accountability in the case involving former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, who faces allegations of fraud amounting to ₦80 billion by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

On April 23, the court-mandated the EFCC to serve Bello with the money laundering charges via his legal representative.

Justice Nwite emphasised the necessity for Bello’s presence in court, invoking Section 396 (2) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015, which mandates defendants to appear before filing any process.

Highlighting Bello’s disregard for previous court orders, Justice Nwite declared that no application from him would be entertained until he appeared in court.

Nwite added that even in the face of an allegedly illegal arrest warrant, Bello’s absence was deemed unacceptable.

Bello’s legal team, represented by Abdulwahab Mohammed, disclosed his intention to halt further proceedings until the Court of Appeal resolves a related case.

Mohammed pointed out that the appellate court had scheduled a hearing for May 20, underscoring the importance of awaiting its decision before proceeding.

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Just In: Sirika, co-defendants granted ₦100m bail in ₦2.7bn fraud case

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1 day ago

May 9, 2024

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A former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, his daughter, and two others have been granted bail by a Federal High Court in Abuja, each required to pay ₦100 million.

The case revolves around an alleged fraud totaling ₦2.7 billion.

The court mandated two sureties with landed properties in Abuja, emphasising their responsibility as citizens.

Additionally, sureties must submit an affidavit of means.

The court imposed travel restrictions on the defendants without its permission.

Justice Oriji warned of remanding the defendants if bail conditions aren’t met.

The sureties must possess valid titles for landed properties within the FCT.

Trial dates are scheduled for June 10th, 11th, and 20th.”

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Ex-Oyo motorpark boss, Auxillary arrested by DSS

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2 days ago

May 8, 2024

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The Department of State Security Service (DSS) has arrested former Chairman of the Park Management System (PMS), Alhaji Mukaila Lamidi, better known as Auxillary.

This development follows closely on the heels of the Oyo State Government’s declaration of Auxillary as a wanted individual, prompted by a raid on his Alakia-Isebo residence, which uncovered a cache of illegal firearms.

Reliable sources confirmed that Auxillary was taken into custody on Tuesday from his Olodo residence by operatives of the DSS.

Auxillary’s encounter with law enforcement isn’t his first.

It will be recalled that nearly a decade ago, during the tenure of former Governor, the late Senator Abiola Ajimobi, Auxillary found himself behind bars for criminal offenses, a chapter that has resurfaced with his recent apprehension.

The details surrounding Auxillary’s arrest are expected to unfold in the coming days.