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Estate Land Dispute: Ghanaian Investors Accuse IGP Monitoring Unit Head of Bias
Estate Land Dispute: Ghanaian Investors Accuse IGP Monitoring Unit Head of Bias
By Ifeoma Ikem
Some Ghanaian investors have accused the Head of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Monitoring Unit, Abuja, DCP Akin Fakorede, of bias in an ongoing land dispute involving them and another developer at River Park Estate, Abuja.
Mr. Kojo Ansah Mensah, Chief Executive Officer of Houses for Africa, along with other Ghanaian investors, alleged that DCP Fakorede has been frustrating their efforts to seek justice and has halted their construction work at the estate.
In an earlier petition, the group leveled serious allegations of misconduct and partiality against officers of the Nigeria Police Force deployed to the River Park Estate. They accused the officers of favoring a private developer, Paulo Homes, in the controversial property dispute.
The petition, dated May 16, 2025, and signed by Mensah, was addressed to the Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, and copied to the Acting High Commissioner of the Republic of Ghana, the IGP, and other top-ranking police officials.
Titled “Concerns of Bias by Police Officers Deployed to River Park Estate”, the letter expressed outrage over the police officers’ conspicuous presence only on their uncontested land—designated for the Jonah Court project—while ignoring the actual disputed areas where stop-work orders had been issued.
“These officers were assigned to maintain peace and enforce stop-work directives issued by the Special Investigative Panel (SIP) of the IGP on contentious lands in the Estate—specifically Clusters 1A, Sector Centre, and 5A,” the petition read.
“However, contrary to their mandate, the officers have stationed themselves solely on our uncontested Jonah Court land, while allowing Paulo Homes to continue development in the disputed areas unchallenged,” it added.
Mensah further alleged that Paulo Homes’ heavy machinery was deliberately parked on their uncontested land without any interference from the police.
“What is extremely alarming is that the police presence has been withdrawn from the actual contentious plots and instead deployed to our Jonah Court land, which is not under dispute—giving Paulo Homes free rein to continue development in violation of the SIP directives,” he claimed.
The Ghanaian investors also accused DCP Fakorede of failing to act on the findings of the Special Investigation Panel, which was led by DCP Usman Ahmed Imam. They questioned the fate and content of the report produced after months of investigation and multiple petitions.
A police source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, alleged that Fakorede may have prepared a separate report to suppress the SIP’s findings.
“Why is Fakorede accusing the Ghanaians of document forgery without speaking to the lawyers who prepared those documents? Why is he meeting with Paul Odili’s lawyers—Adrian Ogunmuyiwa and John Johnson—behind closed doors to plot against the Ghanaian investors?” the officer queried.
The source also raised concerns about the removal of DPO Tile and accused the FCT Police Command of using its officers to intimidate and obstruct the Ghanaian businessmen.
“Why hasn’t the FCT CP responded to several petitions, including concerns about Paul Odili working on lands under court restriction orders?” the source added.
In a related legal development, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has been sued before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged harassment and rights violations connected to the land dispute.
The case, filed under suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/1130/2025, was brought by directors of Jonah Capital Nigeria Limited and their Ghanaian partners under the Houses for Africa investment consortium. Plaintiffs include Ghanaian businessman Sir Samuel Esson Jonah, Kojo Ansah Mensah, Victor Quainoo, and legal counsel Abu Arome.
Other defendants include the FCT Commissioner of Police Ajao Saka Adewale, DCP Akin Fakorede, EFCC Zonal Commander Michael Wetkas, EFCC investigator Eunice Vou Dalyop, and one Kabiru Baba.
The plaintiffs are demanding N200 million in exemplary damages, citing repeated harassment, arbitrary arrests, and abuse of law enforcement authority in connection to the property dispute.
The core of the matter lies in an earlier investigation launched by the IGP through the SIP, following several petitions concerning land ownership at the upscale River Park Estate.
Meanwhile, protests erupted in Accra, Ghana, on Wednesday, as demonstrators stormed the Nigerian High Commission demanding an end to the alleged harassment of Ghanaian businesses in Abuja. The protesters, under the banner of Concerned Citizens of Ghana (CCG), called on Nigerian authorities to intervene.
James Clark, one of the protesters, stated: “Some Nigerian elements are harassing Ghanaian business interests in Abuja. We live peacefully with Nigerians here in Ghana, and many of us are even intermarried. But what’s happening to our brothers in Nigeria is disturbing.”
He appealed to the Nigerian High Commissioner to urge President Bola Tinubu, the IGP, and relevant security agencies to put a stop to the harassment.
On Tuesday, additional media reports confirmed that Jonah Capital and its Ghanaian promoters had filed a separate lawsuit against the Nigerian police and security officials over alleged human rights violations tied to the River Park Estate dispute.
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You Against Crime Founder Tayo Folorunsho Praises Winners of Abuja Schools Festival.
You Against Crime Founder Tayo Folorunsho Praises Winners of Abuja Schools Festival.
Abuja, Nigeria – The maiden edition of the You Against Crime – Schools Festival 2026 Grand Finale has concluded, marking a significant milestone in youth engagement and crime prevention efforts across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The event, held at the University of Abuja, brought together 78 secondary schools from the six Area Councils of Abuja, with the top six schools competing in the Grand Finale.
*Winners Emerge*
Tudunwada School, Bwari took the top spot, followed closely by The Golden Crest Royal in second place, and Government Secondary School, Kuje in third.
*CULTURE, THE CURE FOR CRIME*
The festival’s theme, “Culture, The Cure for Crime,” highlighted the importance of values, identity, mentorship, and positive engagement in preventing crime and shaping responsible citizenship among young people.
*DISTINGUISHED GUEST SPEAKERS*
Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, Chairman, Amnesty International, praised the initiative, saying, “This festival is a beacon of hope for our young people, promoting values and principles that can shape a brighter future for Nigeria.”
Aisha Mohammed, Head of Enlightenment & Re-orientation, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, emphasized the importance of mentorship, stating, “Empowering young people with the right guidance and opportunities is key to preventing crime and building a stronger nation.”
*PARTNERSHIP AND SUPPORT*
The 2026 Grand Finale Edition was proudly sponsored by Civicx Technology Ltd Int’l, reinforcing a shared commitment to youth empowerment and crime prevention through cultural reorientation and innovation.
Tayo Folorunsho, Host & Founder, You Against Crime International, addressing the media and appealed to government agencies to support initiatives like this, targeting young minds early.
You Against Crime International is a movement advocating cultural change as a long-term solution to crime. The organization remains committed to advancing youth development, civic responsibility, and nation-building across Nigeria.
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TICP Customs Launches Paperless Regime, Warns Against False Declarations
TICP Customs Launches Paperless Regime, Warns Against False Declarations
The Customs Area Controller of Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Comptroller Frank Onyeka, has launched a roadmap for the full implementation of a paperless regime at the command.
Onyeka disclosed this during a press briefing in Lagos, stating that the command was fully prepared for seamless digital operations ahead of the nationwide rollout scheduled for the second quarter of the year.
He described the engagement as the first in a series of consultations aimed at sensitising stakeholders on the strategies, operational framework and expectations under the new regime.
The controller commended the media for its constructive reportage since his assumption of office and sought continued collaboration to ensure the success of the initiative.
Presenting the command’s performance report, Onyeka said the Tin Can Island Command generated ₦609 billion in revenue in 2025, describing it as the highest in the history of the command.
He added that revenue collection rose from ₦116 billion recorded in January of the previous year to ₦145 billion in the corresponding period last month, representing an increase of over ₦29.9 billion.
Onyeka stated that his vision was to make the command known for trade efficiency, explaining that under the paperless regime, containers would be released without physical contact between Customs officers and clearing agents, provided declarations were accurate.
He credited the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, for providing the leadership and strategic direction driving modernisation efforts across Customs formations nationwide.
The controller urged stakeholders to avoid false declarations and engage directly with the command to resolve concerns, emphasising that transparency and dialogue were essential to achieving efficient port operations.
He assured that consignments with clear scanning results and proper documentation would be released promptly, while those flagged by the risk management system would undergo physical examination, adding that the command would continue to collaborate with other agencies to reduce cargo dwell time and enhance port efficiency.
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Love on Display: Katie Price and Lee Put On a Public Show of Affection
Love on Display: Katie Price and Lee Put On a Public Show of Affection
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG
British media personality Katie Price is once again at the center of tabloid and public attention after being photographed poolside with her new husband, Lee, in a display of affection that quickly circulated across entertainment platforms. The images, reportedly taken during a recent leisure outing at a private resort location in the United Kingdom, show the couple embracing and kissing beside a swimming pool, with Lee prominently displaying a tattoo tribute dedicated to Price.
The photographs, which surfaced in mid-February 2026 through British tabloid outlets, depict the couple appearing relaxed and affectionate. Lee, whose full name has been reported in sections of the UK press but who largely maintains a lower public profile compared to his wife, lifted his arm to reveal a visible tattoo said to be in honor of Price and a gesture widely interpreted as a public affirmation of their relationship.
What happened was straightforward but symbolically charged: a public display of affection between newlyweds, amplified by Price’s longstanding celebrity status. Where it happened (poolside at what sources describe as a private holiday setting) underscores the blending of personal life and public spectacle that has long defined Price’s media journey. During a recent February getaway placed it squarely within ongoing tabloid interest surrounding her latest marriage. Price, 47 and her new husband Lee, whose visible tribute tattoo became the focal point of the moment.
Celebrity culture scholars argue that public figures such as Price operate within a media ecosystem where visibility sustains relevance. “Modern celebrity is performative intimacy,” explains Professor Graeme Turner, a media and cultural studies scholar known for his work on celebrity culture. “Public displays of affection are not merely private acts; they are communicative gestures that reinforce brand identity and narrative continuity.” In Price’s case, her romantic relationships have long been interwoven with her public persona.
Price first rose to prominence in the late 1990s under the glamour model moniker “Jordan,” before transitioning into reality television, publishing and business ventures. Her personal life (including previous marriages and high-profile relationships) has frequently generated headlines in the British press. This latest marriage continues that pattern of intense scrutiny.
The tattoo tribute displayed by Lee is particularly significant in celebrity symbolism. Body art dedicated to a partner is often perceived as a declaration of permanence. Dr. Chris Rojek, emeritus professor of sociology and an authority on fame and public identity, has observed that “celebrity relationships are sustained as much through symbolic reinforcement as through private commitment. Visible tokens (rings, tattoos, coordinated appearances) function as public assurances.” In this case, the tattoo serves not merely as personal expression but as a visual narrative device in an already highly mediated relationship.
How the moment unfolded (casually but conspicuously) reflects the dynamics of contemporary celebrity coverage. Photographs were reportedly captured either by paparazzi stationed nearby or shared through controlled media access, a common practice in the British entertainment industry. Within hours, the images were republished by multiple outlets, accompanied by commentary on Price’s relationship history and ongoing legal and financial challenges, issues that have previously placed her under intense public scrutiny.
Despite recurring controversy throughout her career, Price remains a resilient media figure. Communications analyst Mark Borkowski has previously remarked in interviews that “Katie Price understands publicity better than most. Whether by design or instinct, she maintains a feedback loop with the press that keeps her culturally visible.” The poolside photographs appear to fit squarely within that established pattern of managed exposure and reactive media amplification.
Critically, there is no indication of misconduct, public disturbance or controversy tied directly to the poolside display itself. It was, by all verified accounts, a consensual and celebratory expression of affection between married adults. The wider attention it has generated speaks less to the act and more to the individuals involved; particularly Price’s enduring position within British popular culture.
For global audiences, the episode illustrates a broader truth about contemporary fame: private milestones often become public commodities. The marriage of Katie Price and Lee (and the symbolic tattoo that now marks it) has become another chapter in a life lived persistently under the camera’s gaze.
As celebrity culture continues to blur boundaries between intimacy and publicity, moments like this poolside embrace are no longer trivial snapshots. They are narrative events, reinforcing identity, commitment and brand continuity in equal measure.
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