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Fake Bank Alert: Police Arrests Suspected Kingpin In Lagos

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A middle-aged man, Pius Asomba, suspected to be the leader of a notorious syndicate that specialized in dispossessing businessmen of large sums of money through fake bank alerts, has been arrested by the police in Lagos.
The Anambra State-born suspect was arrested after he jumped bail and disappeared for over two years.
Police sources said the criminal exploits of the suspect was blown open on August 31, 2012, after he went to one Engr. Moses Adebayo at Alaba International market a major distributor with Nigerchin Development Company in Ikeja, and placed an order for cables worth N9.5 million.
According to the source, when he was told to pay for the goods, he claimed to be in a hurry and promised to pay through his bank.
“After they finished loading the goods around 4p.m., that day, the owner received alert of N9.5million from his bank, confirming prompt payment and the suspect also called to confirm payment. The owner of the goods also corresponded with his bank and it was confirmed, he thereafter released the goods and gave the suspect extra N50,000 for transport expenses.”
The story, however, took a different dimension when the owner of the goods went to the bank few days later only to be told that it was a magic alert as nothing was paid into his account. Based on this, the police was alerted and they commenced search for the suspect for over a month without success.
Vanguard learned that while detectives were looking for him, the suspect went to the warehouse of another trader at Okokomaiko to buy iron worth about N4 million.
He succeeded also in deceiving them with fake bank alert prompting the involvement of both the police at Okokomaiko and a private investigator, who ended up arresting him through his girlfriend living in Egbeda area of Lagos State.
It was gathered that after his arrest, he confessed to the crime and promised to pay the money. He was, however, taken to Magistrate court at Agbo-Malu Road, Apapa, where he presented three sureties.
He later jumped bail and efforts to get the sureties failed. Fortunately, after about two years of searching for him, one of the sureties was traced early this year and arrested. The surety was granted bail with a promise to produce the principal suspect but he failed.
On November 30, 2015, the principal suspect was arrested at Gowon Estate where he has been hiding and handed over to officials of court, where he is being tried.
Meanwhile, it was learned that the complainant was forced to close his account with the bank after the suspect confessed that he connived with some officials of the bank to dupe him. Police said detectives are also investigating some officials of the bank with a view to fishing out all those involved in the fraud.
When contacted, Lagos State police spokesman, Joe Offor, said the police did their job by arresting the suspect and charging him to court. He assured that the matter would be prosecuted to its logical conclusion.
Source: Vanguard

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Obastallion Group Launches New Subsidiary: ObaStallion Luxury Collectors

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Obastallion Group Launches New Subsidiary: ObaStallion Luxury Collectors

 

 

ObaStallion Group proudly announces the launch of its latest subsidiary, ObaStallion Luxury Collectors, on Friday, June 28th, 2024. Dedicated to curating the finest selection of vintage and exclusive items, ObaStallion Luxury Collectors promises to be your dependable source to acquire anything vintage—dream it; we bring it to you!

 

About ObaStallion Luxury Collectors

 

 

At ObaStallion Luxury Collectors, we specialize in offering a diverse range of products that cater to connoisseurs of fine art, collectors of classic automobiles, aficionados of exclusive homewares, and lovers of timeless fashion. As a proud subsidiary of the renowned ObaStallion Group, we uphold the highest standards of quality and excellence in all our offerings.

 

*We help you acquire your dream vintage piece*

 

*Our Offerings:*

 

– *Arts*: Discover a curated collection of exquisite artworks that span various periods and styles. Each piece in our acquisition process is known for its beauty, authenticity, and unique story.

– *Autos*: Indulge in the allure of vintage automobiles. Our acquisition process of classic cars is meticulously restored to their original glory, ensuring that each vehicle not only looks stunning but also performs impeccably.

– *Homewares*: Enhance your living space with our exclusive range of homewares. From antique furniture to rare decorative pieces, our acquisition process adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any home.

– *Fashion Items*: Step out in style with our aquisition of vintage and exclusive fashion items. We source high-quality pieces that stand the test of time, offering a wardrobe that is both stylish and timeless.

 

 

 

*Why Choose Us?*

 

– *Quality Assurance*: Each item in our collection is carefully vetted to ensure it meets our high standards of quality and authenticity.

– *Expert Knowledge*: Our team consists of experts in art, automobiles, homewares, and fashion, ready to assist you in finding the perfect piece.

– *Legal Binding*: We provide a legal contract containing terms and conditions that is completely binding.

– *Exclusive Access*: As a client of the ObaStallion Group, we offer you exclusive access to rare and one-of-a-kind items.

 

*How It Works:*

 

1. Pre-order your item.

2. Sign the legal contract (terms and conditions).

3. Receive your products.

 

Contact Us

 

For inquiries, please contact us at:

 

Phone: 07086528395

Media Contact:. Obasegun Micheal Soyebo

Founder, ObaStallion Group

 

*Arts | Autos | Homewares | Fashion Items

 

 

ObaStallion Group is a conglomerate of diversified business divisions dedicated to providing top-tier services in media, public relations, lifestyle, hospitality, real estate brokerage, construction, business facilitation, reputation/crisis management, and political support.

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Wema Bank Donates Brand-New Car to Winner of Outstanding MSME Clinic of the Year at National MSME Awards 202

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Wema Bank, Nigeria’s foremost innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, donated a brand-new car to Desoor Bags, the winner of the Outstanding MSME Clinic award—female category, at the National MSME Awards Night 2024. This Award Ceremony was held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday 27th June 2024, to commemorate World MSME Day.

 

 

The International MSMEs Day and MSME Awards Night 2024 is a twofold event organised by the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Office of the Vice President, to celebrate the successes in the Nigerian MSME Sector and develop sustainable solutions for the continuous growth and development of the sector, to ultimately boost the Nigerian economy. The first part of the event convened top reputable institutions and entities including Wema Bank, to brainstorm and proffer sustainable financial solutions to not only provide affordable loans and funding for MSMEs, but to also ensure that these financial solutions are easily accessible and available to MSMEs. The concluding part of the Event was the National MSME Awards 2024; the sixth edition of the annual celebration.
The Award Ceremony celebrated top performing MSMEs across various categories from different parts of the country, awarding them with gifts and cash prizes in show of support and in advancement of their businesses. Wema Bank, reputed for its positive impact across various areas including MSMEs and Women, not only contributed immensely to the solutions garnered in the daytime event but also sealed its commemoration of World MSME Day 2024 at the National MSME Awards 2024 by gifting a car to Desoor Bags, the winner of the Outstanding MSME Clinic award (female category). This remarkable gesture simultaneously reinforced the Bank’s role as an enabler for MSMEs and its reputation for championing women empowerment and promoting gender inclusion in Nigeria.
Presenting the award and car gift in representation of Moruf Oseni, the MD/CEO of Wema Bank, Tunde Mabawonku, the Bank’s Executive Director of Retail and Digital Business, highlighted the impact of the World MSME Day 2024 events, emphasising the need to provide tailored support for MSMEs and advocating for a seamless synergy of capacity development, financial and material empowerment, collaboration, as well as leveraging technology and digital, to build a supportive ecosystem for MSMEs to thrive. “First, I would like to congratulate Adesola, the Outstanding MSME Clinic Award winner in the female category of the 6th National MSME Awards. It should come as no surprise that we choose to reward a woman today, as Wema Bank has always demonstrated a strong commitment to empowering women and provided tailored solutions for them to thrive in their personal and professional endeavours. We continue to do it through our women-focused proposition, SARA, and today, we have chosen to support this outstanding woman-owned business with a car to reduce stress and increase efficiency for her as she continues to grow her business”.

 

 

 

“As we commemorate World MSME Day today, it is important that we set our sights forward on the future of MSMEs in Nigeria. This is why the conversations we’ve had today are very important and Wema Bank is more than glad to be part of it. As the Bank that is committed to empowering lives through innovation, we are dedicated to not only providing innovative solutions and resources for customers to thrive but also empowering them to make the most of these solutions we provide. Technology and digital are the future, and intelligence is here to stay so beyond providing financial resources for MSMEs, we are also focusing on empowering them with digital skills to ensure they are not left behind in this digital evolution. The goal is digital empowerment for scale. To maximise our impact, we will continue to innovate and collaborate to drive capacity development, financial and material empowerment, as well as technology and digital empowerment for MSMEs, to build an enabling environment for these MSMEs to thrive”.

 

 

 

Expressing irrepressible gratitude to Wema Bank for the remarkable show of support, Adesola Adedoyin, CEO Desoor Bags and Winner of Outstanding MSME Clinic Award (Female category) at the National MSME Awards 2024, added, “I cannot find the words to express how I feel right now. My business has been recognised on such a huge platform and on top of that, I am going home with N2,000,000 and a brand-new car, it feels so unreal. Thank you, Wema Bank, for supporting me and my business with this car. I can now transport myself and the resources Desoor Bags needs without struggling to ‘jump bus’ multiple times when I can fit it all in the car at once. I am beyond grateful. Thank you to the Federal Government for the opportunity and thank you, Wema Bank for all you do”.

 

 

 

In its authority as Nigeria’s most innovative bank, Wema Bank continues to prove its mettle not just as an enabler for MSMEs but also as the partner of choice for all. With the Bank’s diverse range of tailored solutions and its success in already providing single-digit loans for female MSMEs, among others, Wema Bank continues to push boundaries for the best and redefine standards in the banking and financial services industry.

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ILÉ IYÁN NIGERIA EMPOWERS UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS STUDENTS WITH ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

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*ILÉ IYÁN NIGERIA EMPOWERS UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS STUDENTS WITH ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

 

 

ILÉ IYÁN, the renowned Nigerian restaurant known for its celebration and promotion of the Nigerian African culture through serving authentic Nigerian cuisine, proudly announces its collaboration with Madam Tinubu Hall, University of Lagos to host a cooking competition aimed at promoting culinary excellence and supporting higher education among Nigerian youth.

The Event took place at the University of Lagos on Wednesday the 26th June, 2024. The cooking competition showcased the culinary talents of students from the University of Lagos. The Participants competed preparing traditional Nigerian dishes, judged by a panel of esteemed chefs and culinary experts.

In an innovative move to foster education and reward talent, ILÉ IYÁN Nigeria awarded scholarships to the outstanding participants; Winner Ms. Kenneth Mary Anuoluwapo who won Academic Scholarship plus cash prize, 1st runner up Ezeanowi Maryjane won Academic Scholarship and 2nd runner up Nwachukwu Kamsi Adaobi won cash prize. These scholarships underscore ILÉ IYÁN’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of culinary leaders and supporting educational opportunities in Nigeria. This will enable the participants /winners to pursue their academic ambitions at the University of Lagos.

“This competition is not just about cooking; it’s about recognizing and nurturing talent,” “We believe in the potential of the Nigerian youth and we are excited to support their educational journey through this initiative.” This is also where I started my journey as a Restauranteur and Entrepreneur 15 years ago said the Founder/CEO of ILÉ IYÁN Nigeria, Mr Sanni Sheriff who’s also an Alumnus of The University of Lagos. The Award was presented by the ILÉ IYÁN Team led by Mr Sanni Afeez also in attendance Ms Paulina Legba.

ILÉ IYÁN invites the public to join in celebrating the rich culinary heritage of Nigeria and the academic achievements of its youth at this prestigious event. The competition was a vibrant display of creativity and skill, showcasing the diverse flavors and traditions that define Nigerian cuisine.

About ILÉ IYÁN

ILÉ IYÁN also known as “Home of Pounded Yam “ is a Nigerian African Restaurant that offers original Nigerian African dishes made using traditional cooking techniques to produce dishes with original African flavors. The brand is positioned as the pride of Nigeria as we promote the tourism and beautiful culture in Nigeria through our cuisine.

ILÉ IYÁN immerses patrons in a sensory journey that through Nigeria’s diverse traditions. The restaurant’s interior, adorned with authentic artifacts and traditional motifs, creates an ambiance that transports diners to different regions of the country. The staff, dressed in traditional attire, adds an extra layer of authenticity to the experience.

 

Culinary offerings at ILÉ IYÁN showcase the country’s diverse culinary heritage, featuring a carefully curated menu that highlights delicacies from various ethnic groups. From our flavourful soups to the succulent pounded yam to village rice, each dish is a culinary masterpiece, meticulously prepared to capture the essence of Nigerian flavors.

OUR VISION: To be the biggest African restaurant brand selling the authentic Nigerian African culture across the globe.

OUR MISSION: is to promote and preserve Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and diversity through our delicious Nigerian cuisine.
To bridge the cultural gap between the several generations of Nigerians living home and abroad .

VALUES:
In terms of tourism, ILÉ IYÁN becoming a must-visit destination for both domestic and international travelers seeking an authentic Nigerian experience.

Our popularity will not only boost local tourism but also contribute to changing perceptions about Nigeria, showcasing the country’s cultural richness and hospitality.

As ILÉ IYÁN continues to flourish, we will serve as a beacon of cultural pride, fostering a sense of unity and appreciation for Nigeria’s diverse heritage. Our restaurant stands as a shining example of how a traditional-themed establishment can be a catalyst for cultural preservation, community engagement, and tourism promotion in the heart of Lagos. Nigeria

For ILÉ IYÁN dining experience and food delivery kindly visit or contact

📍ILÉ IYÁN LEKKI
Plot 6 Dr Muiz Banire Street Lekki phase 1 . Same street with Imax Film house Cinema.
The street is off Bisola Durosinmi Street Lekki Phase 1

For online orders kindly call 09024475402

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ILÉ IYÁN NIGERIA EMPOWERS UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS STUDENTS WITH ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

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