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Fleeing lawyer in trouble as police nab him for defaming Ogun SSG
Fleeing lawyer in trouble as police nab him for defaming Ogun SSG
Security operatives have arrested a legal practitioner, Barrister Femi Oniyide, in connection with the publication of a malicious story against the Secretary to the Ogun State Government (SSG), Mr Tokunbo Talabi.
Oniyide was arrested on Friday at Alagbado, Ogun State, based on a petition written against him by solicitors to the SSG, alleging “Criminal Threat To Life, Malicious Falsehood, Criminal Defamation And Misuse Of Police Connection.”
Security operatives have been on his trail for a while but he had been evading arrest.
He is presently in the custody of the Force CID Alagbon, Lagos.
The publisher of Metro Online, an online platform Femi Davies, who was alleged to be responsible for syndicating the story had earlier been picked up and was released on administrative bail after spending 10 days in the gulag of the Department of State Services (DSS).
Another accomplice, Mr Tolani Oluwaseun, fingered as the source of the fake story has also been declared wanted, while officials of a commercial bank were invited to explain the circumstances surrounding the release and manipulation of the statement of account of Superflux, a company where the SSG had worked before.
Oniyide, in the petition dated July 26, addressed to the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Alagbon, Lagos State was accused of holding a press conference where he accused Mr. Talabi of money laundering and printing of ballot papers.
The petition, signed by Adepeju Jaiyeoba, reads: “We are solicitors to Mr. Tokunbo Talabi (hereinafter referred to as ‘Our Client’) on whose behalf we write this urgent petition.
“Our Client is the current Secretary to the Ogun State Government, a position he
has held since June 2019 and is in that regard, a high-ranking member of the Ogun State Executive Government, a member of the State Executive Council, and the most senior political appointee of the State Executive Government.
“Prior to his appointment into Government, our Client was the Managing Director of Superflux Limited, thriving manufacturing company in Lagos State.
“On Monday, July 24, 2023, our Client’s attention was drawn to a publication titled: “Legal Practitioner Accuses Ogun SSG of Money Laundering, Ballot Paper
Printing’.
“The said publication was an explicit report originating from a world press conference held by a certain Mr. Femi Oniyide purporting to be a legal practitioner. The said Mr. Femi Oniyide, at a world press conference convened at Abeokuta based on different stories he read online’ accused our Client of using his former
Company, Superflux International Limited to syphon monies from the Ogun State Government, engaging in money laundering activities, stealing and diverting
COVID19 Funds, perpetrating illegal activities such as the printing of ballot papers for use in the 2023 general elections and manipulating the printing output
to influence the elections in favour of the Ogun State Governor. (A copy of the
offensive and blatantly false allegation as reported by
https://www.oxygist.com.ng/2023/07/legal-practitioner-accuses-ogun-ssg-of.html is
hereby attached and marked Document 1.)
“On the basis of the said ‘stories’ he read online, the said Mr. Femi Oniyide, went further in his delusional accusation to bewilderingly present a petition invoking the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as well as the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) to investigate our Client for
the purported offences.
:A careful study of the payment information provided by Mr. Oniyide as forming the bases of his petition will reveal two allegations that centers on the printing ballot papers in respect of the 2023 election which allegedly skewed victory in
favour of the governor of Ogun State, Mr. Dapo Abiodun as well as allegations of diverting COVID19 Funds through Superflux International Limited.
“For the avoidance of doubt, our Client finds this deliberate falsehood peddled without a
shred of evidence by Mr. Femi Oniyide perplexing and
extremely disturbing for a lawyer of his status and post-call
experience.
“Our Client resigned his appointment as a director of Superflux International Limited by a letter dated June 11, 2019. His
resignation was subsequently accepted by the board on the 15th of June 2019 and same was filed with the Corporate Affairs
Commission. (A copy of the CAC document showing the current
directors of Superflux International Limited is hereby attached and marked Document 2.)
“On the basis of the foregoing, our Client is no longer involved in
the day-to-day operations of Superflux Limited, including the
printing, distribution, use, and allocation of ballot papers, a duty
which is within the exclusive prevail and discretion of the
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In other
words, it is impossible for any private company – whether a
contractor of INEC or not – to determine what ballot papers will
be allocated to any constituency during elections, or to influence
the number, quantity, or variety of ballot papers that will be
released and used during elections – only INEC can do that.
“Further, Mr. Femi Oniyide claims that these so-called facts were
revealed during the sitting of the Governorship Election Petition
Tribunal. That is false in its entirety. The Petition that is pending before that Tribunal does not include any allegation against Superflux Limited and all the witnesses who have been presented in the proceedings – 84 as of Friday July 21, 2023 – never madeany allegations against Superflux Limited. In fact, none of them alleged manipulation of ballot papers.
“It is the position of our Client that the press conference and subsequent dissemination of Mr. Femi Oniyide’s spurious petition through various news website cannot be the standard and expectation of our criminal justice system. We state further that the culprit despite his inability to establish or present any documentary evidence against our Client and in flagrant abuse of the criminal justice system have in his malicious libelous activities reported his unfounded allegations to various police formations and investigative agencies.
“Based on all the above, we hereby urge you to use your good office to investigate our complaint as this case was reported against the culprit for investigation of the allegations and for possible prosecution to serve as deterrent to others.
We thank you for your anticipated swift response and action.”
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BUA Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu Records Africa’s Biggest Wealth Surge, Net Worth Hits $11.2bn
BUA Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu Tops Africa’s Wealth Gains in the 2026 Forbes Rankings as His Fortune Jumps 120% to $11.2 Billion, Rising to 3rd Place; Aliko Dangote Remains No.1
Billionaire Industrialist, Philantropist, and Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has emerged as Africa’s biggest wealth gainer in the 2026 Africa’s Richest People ranking published by Forbes, after his net worth rose sharply over the past year.
According to the latest Forbes list, Rabiu’s wealth surged 120 percent to $11.2 billion, representing the largest increase recorded among the continent’s billionaires in the latest ranking. The jump moves Rabiu, who is Nigerian, to third place among Africa’s richest individuals, up from sixth position a year ago.
The rise in Rabiu’s fortune was driven largely by the strong performance of BUA Cement, his flagship publicly listed company, whose shares surged by 135 percent over the past year. The rally significantly outpaced gains in the broader Nigerian Exchange, which has itself recorded strong growth amid improving investor confidence.
Forbes estimates Rabiu’s net worth at $11.2 billion, placing him behind luxury goods tycoon Johann Rupert, whose fortune is estimated at $16.1 billion, and Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote, who retains the top position with an estimated $28.5 billion.
Rabiu’s rise underscores the growing influence of Nigeria’s industrial sector and the expanding footprint of BUA Group, which has built major operations across cement manufacturing, food processing, sugar refining, infrastructure, mining and energy.
The latest Forbes ranking also highlights a broader surge in wealth across Africa’s billionaire class. The continent’s 23 billionaires now hold a combined net worth of $126.7 billion, representing a 21 percent increase from the previous year, as major equity markets rallied and regional currencies stabilised.
Nigeria remains one of the continent’s leading centres of billionaire wealth, accounting for four individuals on the list, including Dangote, Rabiu, telecommunications magnate Mike Adenuga, and energy investor Femi Otedola.
Forbes said the 2026 ranking was calculated using stock prices and exchange rates as of March 1, 2026, with privately held companies valued using comparable industry benchmarks.
Rabiu’s leap in the ranking reflects not only the strong performance of BUA Cement but also the broader momentum of Nigeria’s capital markets and the continued expansion of large scale industrial enterprises across Africa’s largest economy.
Analysts say the development signals growing investor confidence in African manufacturing and infrastructure driven businesses, sectors that are increasingly central to the continent’s economic transformation.
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COAS Ties Battlefield Success to Constitutional Allegiance and Civil Authority
COAS Ties Battlefield Success to Constitutional Allegiance and Civil Authority
During his operational visit to the 4 Special Forces Command in Doma, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, delivered a stark message, intertwining the elite unit’s combat effectiveness with an unshakeable pledge of allegiance to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian Constitution.
While directing troops to intensify high-impact operations, the COAS made it clear that their mission is a direct expression of their constitutional oath. He reaffirmed that the Nigerian Army’s primary role is to defend the nation against external aggression and provide aid to civil authority, all in strict adherence to the supreme law of the land and under the leadership of the Commander-in-Chief.
This emphasis on loyalty served as a powerful backdrop to his operational directives. By linking the “decisive defeat” of terrorists to the Army’s constitutional mandate and loyalty to the President, Lt. Gen. Shaibu sought to galvanise the Special Forces, framing their upcoming engagements not just as military objectives but as a sacred duty to the democratically elected government and the nation’s founding charter. The message was clear: their fight is a fight for the Constitution and the president it empowers.
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Mercy Johnson Okojie, Purity Okojie Lead Campaign for Girls Tag’s All-in-One Period Care Kit
*Mercy Johnson Okojie, Purity Okojie Lead Campaign for Girls Tag’s All-in-One Period Care Kit
iBlend Services, appointed Regional Agency for Girls Tag alongside its PR and marketing firm, Eddie MPR, has officially launched Girls Tag, described as Nigeria’s first all-in-one period care pack designed for girls aged nine and above.
The initiative seeks to tackle persistent gaps in menstrual health education and access to sanitary products in Nigeria, where many girls experience their first period with little preparation or guidance. According to the promoters, Girls Tag was created to eliminate the fear, confusion, and stigma often associated with puberty, replacing them with confidence, comfort, and dignity.
Beyond hygiene, the brand positions itself as a supportive care system for both girls and parents, offering tools and language to guide families through early puberty conversations.
To strengthen its reach, Girls Tag announced a strategic ambassadorial partnership with Nollywood actress and philanthropist Mercy Johnson Okojie and her daughter, Purity Okojie. The mother-daughter collaboration is intended to reflect authenticity and relatability for Nigerian families navigating similar experiences.
Speaking on the partnership, the leadership of iBlend Services expressed confidence that the ambassadors’ real-life connection would resonate deeply with mothers and daughters nationwide.
Mercy Johnson Okojie, in her remarks, described the initiative as a natural fit, noting that puberty can be an anxious period for both parents and children. She also revealed that her newly authored puberty guide, Youberty, will be included in every Girls Tag kit. The book is designed to help boys and girls aged 10 to 13 better understand the physical and emotional changes that come with growing up.
Each Girls Tag care pack contains premium sanitary pads in various sizes, overnight period pants, panty liners, disposable sanitary bags, a discreet sanitary purse, and a copy of Youberty. The kit is tailored to support first-time and early period experiences while promoting proper hygiene and self-care.
The company disclosed that the product will be available nationwide in Q2 2026 at select retail stores, pharmacies, and malls, with direct delivery options through its website and social media handle, @girlstag.ng.
With its combined focus on education, dignity, and accessibility, Girls Tag aims to reshape menstrual health support for young girls across Nigeria.
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