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Alleged 20,000 Euro disappearance: Edo police begins investigation

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Alleged 20,000 Euro disappearance: Edo police begins investigation By Elvis Omoregie

 

 

 

 

 

 

The operatives of Edo State police command have begun investigation into alleged sudden disappearance of 20, 000.00 (Twenty Thousand Euro) from the Benin City residence of an international business woman (name withheld).

 

Alleged 20,000 Euro disappearance: Edo police begins investigation

 

 

 

 

The investigation is sequel to a petition written by the brother of the woman, Mr. Arhumwunda Osabuohien and addressed to the State Commissioner of police.

 

 

 

 

 

 

In the petition which was acknowledged by the police on October 5, 2022, Osabuohien, accused the family driver identified as Happy Eweresa of the sudden disappearance of the hard currency equivalent to #14 million.

The petitioner alleged that the money was kept in his possession by his sister.

According to him, “on 24th day of September 2022 at about 12pm, I gave the house keys to our driver, Happy Eweresa to go and put off the borehole in the house because I forgot to put it off in the morning at about 7.45am when I rushed to work.

“On 26th September, 2022 at about 5am, I was surprised to discover that the money valued €20,000 given to me by my sister to keep in the house was stolen.

“And the person suspected to have stolen the money is the driver, Happy Eweresa. Since Monday 26th September, Happy suddenly disappeared into thin air and he has not be picking calls made to him. Presently, his phone is switched off he said”.

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NAUS and Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU) Engage in Constructive Dialogue to Foster Understanding and Cooperation

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NAUS and Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU) Engage in Constructive Dialogue to Foster Understanding and Cooperation

 

As the representative body for over 40 million Nigerian university students, the National Association of University Students (NAUS) remains committed to protecting the rights and welfare of students nationwide.

In response to widespread concerns regarding alleged illegal raids and student victimization, my office has taken steps to mediate a recent misunderstanding between students in Ogun State and personnel of the Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU), Lagos. This statement seeks to clarify the situation and address misconceptions arising from viral videos on social media. We urge the public to rely only on verified information from credible sources.

On January 9, 2025, as part of an ongoing cyber fraud investigation, operatives of the PSFU arrested some students in the FUNAAB area following a petition alleging their involvement in fraudulent activities. The SFU’s actions were in line with their mandate to investigate and question suspects in cases of financial crimes.

To address the concerns raised by students, the Ogun State Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, facilitated a roundtable discussion with student leaders. Furthermore, a delegation was arranged to visit the PSFU headquarters in Lagos for further clarification. These discussions were constructive and aimed at fostering better understanding between students and law enforcement agencies.

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) remains committed to academic excellence and does not condone any form of misconduct or fraudulent activities. FUNAAB students are known for their hard work, enterprise, and contributions to the agricultural sector in Nigeria. While a few students may be under investigation, this does not reflect the values of the university as a whole.

We urge all Nigerian university students to uphold integrity, avoid fraudulent activities, and focus on personal growth, skill development, and nation-building.

NAUS remains dedicated to ensuring a safe, secure, and conducive learning environment for students across the country. We extend our appreciation to Ogun State CP Lanre Ogunlowo, the CP of the SFU, student stakeholders, sister student bodies, and the leadership of the PSFU for their cooperation in resolving this issue. We look forward to continued engagement to protect students’ rights while supporting lawful enforcement processes.

Yours in Nation Building,
Comr. Meshach Anthony Nwankwo (MESH)
Deputy National President (National and Campus Affairs), National Association of University Students (NAUS)

 

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JK Randle Museum in the hands of a caveman By Duke of Shomolu

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JK Randle Museum in the hands of a caveman

By Duke of Shomolu

 

I have just watched a video where somebody resisted the Hon. Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Tourism at the JK Randle Museum.

While the matter is still unfolding, let me quickly say something.

JK Randle Museum in the hands of a caveman
By Duke of Shomolu

The JK Randle Museum located at the Onikan intersection of Lagos Island has been announced by international media as one of the must see places to be visited in the world for 2025.

It was built by renowned architects on behalf of the Lagos State Government and has within its bowels some very rare and priceless artefacts.

At its opening, I went and walked around the edifice and marvelled at its beautiful ambience.

But even at that, I was quite worried as to the capacity and qualifications of the man that was said to have been appointed by the State Government to run the place.

His antecedents didn’t give me any confidence that he understands what was expected of him, viz this historic assignment.

The carnage he fostered at the historic Glover Hall at Tinubu Square was still fresh in our minds.

So seeing him prance in his kembe that night looking lost within the giant edifice only served to heighten my apprehensions.

Today, my worst fears have crystalized.

I have learnt that on a working visit to the monument by the hardworking Commissioner Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, it was discovered that this person had sublet a portion of the edifice to his wife to run a canteen.

I have seen pictures of mundane items like deep freezers, pots and pans and other such paraphernalia used in such bukas littering the multi-billion naira edifice.

I have also learnt that this person had also sublet other parts of the edifice for fees which he has collected privately.

Sadly, he is a non state actor but a mere appointee, appointed to oversee the edifice on behalf of the Government and by extension the people of Lagos State, but turned around to convert significant portions of the structure into a money making venture for himself.

That space was initially offered an international QSR for $150,000 but I learnt that this person sublets government property at N600, 000 without recourse to authority and with the funds not going anywhere near Alausa.

During the said inspection, the Honourable Commissioner discovered these anomalies and decided to take action which was resisted very boldly as could be seen in the videos that have gone viral.

The wrong narrative has been spurned by those who understand how to spin self-serving narratives and the actual happenings may have been blurred, thereby giving the public an opaque view of what transpired.

I have seen more robust images, pictures and have received official explanations on what transpired and I must say that I remain in shock as to the audacity of this young man.

He not only was said to have resisted authority but has been alleged to have involved non state actors who now assaulted Government officials who were in the process of carrying out their legitimate duties.

I have learnt that an investigation into the matter is ongoing with a view to getting to the bottom of the matter

But let me say something while we await that report.

The Lagos State Government cannot run away from blame on this matter.

The JK Randle Museum is a multi-billion naira centre dedicated to the curating and studying of the Yoruba culture amongst others.

I know for a fact that it is a highly driven edifice with the best of technology deployed to ensure that it justifies its rating as a global centre of excellence, almost at par with the British Museum.

It has in its collections some of the rarest artefacts worth millions of naira. Artefacts that cannot be trifled with.

Now appointing this kind of person out of a sea of well qualified people beats my imagination.

It is no wonder that the Centre did not play any significant role in the last visitations, festivities where it was reported that over one million tourists entered Lagos.

One cannot be surprised when the Centre Director was busy running his wife’s canteen instead of positioning the Museum as a main destination for visitation during the festivities.

This is a wake up call for the Lagos State Government to take this establishment with the seriousness it deserves by getting well tested hands to run the place instead of this caveman who seems not to even know his left from his right.

If the Government in themselves are confused as to what to do with it, then it can hand it over to an international body who could run it on their behalf along with globally accepted standards.

The JK Randle Museum has the full potential of turning into an international hub as we continue to see interest from as far afield as Cuba, Brazil and other Caribbean centres on the Museum.

It’s not too late to kick this caveman out, he can go run his canteen at Ebute Ero while we salvage what is left of this beautiful ode to our collective heritage.
Come and beat me

–The Duke of Shomolu writes from Lagos

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“Young Billionaire” Scam: Court Jails Fraudster, Orders Forfeiture of $345,000 Loot

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“Young Billionaire” Scam: Court Jails Fraudster, Orders Forfeiture of $345,000 Loot

 

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sentenced a self-styled socialite, Chima Nkwocha, popularly known as “Young Billionaire,” to two years in prison for defrauding an American citizen of $345,000.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) disclosed on Wednesday that Nkwocha was arrested in August 2024 and arraigned before Justice Emeka Nwite on charges of impersonation and fraud. The convict, who operated under aliases such as Frank Nils, Frank Cobert, and Frank Brown, pleaded guilty to the charges.

Nkwocha was accused of impersonating various individuals using fraudulent Gmail and Google Voice accounts. According to court documents, he swindled Linda Wheeler, a United States citizen, out of $345,000. The funds were funneled through Ginux Global Nigeria Limited, a company where he was the sole signatory.

The prosecuting counsel, Lanre Olanrewaju, presented incriminating exhibits, including:

  • A black Mercedes Benz ML 350
  • Two gold necklaces, a gold bracelet, and $2,200 in cash
  • Bank account balances totaling N90,280,934
  • Properties in Lagos, Abuja, and Lekki, including a three-bedroom terrace duplex, a three-bedroom bungalow, and two self-contained apartments
  • Two Zenith Bank drafts worth N8,000,000
  • Assorted phones and electronic devices

Justice Nwite sentenced Nkwocha to two years imprisonment but offered an alternative fine of N2,000,000. Additionally, the court ordered the forfeiture of all assets linked to the fraud, declaring them proceeds of crime.

The court’s ruling mandated that the following items be handed over to the Federal Government of Nigeria:

  • The Mercedes Benz vehicle
  • Gold jewellery and cash recovered
  • The N90 million in the Ginux Global Nigeria Ltd Zenith Bank account
  • Real estate properties in Lagos and Abuja
  • The Zenith Bank drafts and other electronic devices

“The court was satisfied with the EFCC’s submissions and ruled accordingly,” the EFCC stated.

This case serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of cyber fraud, as the government intensifies efforts to curb such crimes in Nigeria.

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