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Nigerian House Of Representatives Calls For Investigation Of British Government Officials
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The Nigerian House of Representatives is set to initiate an investigation into the behavior of British government officials and their investigative agencies, such as the National Crime Agency (NCA), Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), and a prosecutor named Sara Melo. This inquiry stems from allegations that these foreign entities have demonstrated disrespect for Nigeria’s judicial sovereignty and a disregard for judgments issued by Nigerian courts that absolved African businessman and Aiteo Boss, Benedict Peters, of any wrongdoing.
The catalyst for this investigation was a petition presented to the House by the African Centre for Justice and Human Rights (ACJHR), a civil society group. The petition was officially adopted during a plenary session on Wednesday.
According to the petition, foreign agencies have purportedly ignored rulings from Nigerian courts and have taken actions aimed at undermining court decisions that vindicated Benedict Peters. Despite more than ten high court judgments in Nigeria that cleared Peters of any wrongdoing and dismissed fabricated allegations, British authorities have continued to implicate his name in UK proceedings, effectively undermining his innocence as affirmed by Nigerian courts.
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Aliyu Mustapha, representing Kubau Ikara Federal Constituency of Kaduna State, presented the petition on behalf of the civil society organization. The group is seeking a comprehensive legislative investigation into the ongoing defamation and undermining of Nigerian businessman Benedict Peters, with the objective of compelling the British government to cease undermining Nigeria’s judicial sovereignty and the judgments issued by competent Nigerian courts.
He emphasized that the petition is a call for the Nigerian parliament to put an end to the unwarranted attacks and abuse of the sanctity of judicial pronouncements and the rights of Nigerian citizens.
The petition, signed by ACJHR Secretary, Chisom Nduka Edede Esq, stated in part: “Sometime in 2015, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) initiated an investigation into certain activities of Mr. Benedict Peters, CEO of AITEO Energy Resources, owners and operators of the OML 29 and the Nembe Creek Trunk Line. Unable to find any infractions, some individuals within the EFCC allegedly conspired with collaborators in the National Crime Agency and Crown Prosecution Service in the UK to harass, intimidate, and eventually seize properties belonging to Mr. Benedict Peters and his companies.
“These properties include houses in the United Kingdom, with the apparent intention that Nigerian entities would take some while British collaborators would seize control of OML 29, which AITEO legitimately acquired from Shell Petroleum Development Company. The EFCC began by declaring Mr. Peters wanted. This action was later declared illegal and unlawful by the court, as it constituted a grave violation of Mr. Peters’ rights, particularly his constitutionally guaranteed right to a fair hearing, as stated in the Latin maxim ‘audi alteram partem,’ which means ‘hear the other side.’ From 2016 to the present day.
“At least ten courts before which Mr. Peters has appeared have consistently vindicated him and acquitted him of all charges and allegations of infractions, malfeasance, or any crime. Significantly, the FCT High Court in the case BENEDICT PETERS & 3 ORS V ATTORNEY-GENERAL OF THE FEDERATION & 6 ORS – SUIT NO. FCT/HC/CV/0536/2017 found the defendants, including EFCC, NCA, CPS, and their officials, liable for carousel fraud by suppressing and misrepresenting facts about Mr. Peters’ properties with the intention of taking them over. The court subsequently awarded damages of N200,000,000 in favor of Mr. Peters and his companies. This judgment, delivered by the court six years ago, has not been challenged by anyone. It is disheartening that despite numerous court judgments, British agencies and their officials, particularly Sarah Melo, have continued to disregard the judgments and treat them with disdain. The FCT High Court has also granted an order for these numerous judgments to be served, registered, and enforced in several countries, including the United Kingdom.”
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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has announced that the FCT University of Science and Technology in Abaji will begin operations during President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
Wike made the revelation on Tuesday while on a thank-you tour of Abaji Area Council, appreciating residents for supporting Tinubu’s candidates in the February 21 FCT area council elections.
He noted that the FCT Administration is already putting in place the necessary infrastructure and essential facilities to ensure the university’s successful launch.
Wike urged the community to remain patient, assuring that the university would become a reality within Tinubu’s tenure.
“From our discussions, it is clear how significant this university is, not only for the people of Abaji but for all FCT residents. It will create jobs and drive development in the community. I would be honored to officially open the university for operations,” he said.
The minister emphasized that his visit was to thank residents for keeping their promise to support the President, highlighting the importance of acknowledging positive deeds.
Describing politics as a reciprocal process, Wike stressed that the era of empty promises was over:
“Leaders must demonstrate their commitment to delivering good governance. You cannot make promises during elections and vanish afterward without fulfilling them. We asked you to support Tinubu, starting with the area council elections. On February 21, you came through, delivering 133 of the 135 polling units in the council for Tinubu. What more can we say but thank you? You have done your part; we will now do ours. Abaji people have spoken, and they spoke decisively,” he said.
Wike also praised the outgoing Abaji Area Council Chairman, Abubakar Abdullahi, describing him as a humble and dedicated leader.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has officially sworn in 17 newly appointed permanent secretaries.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The announcement was made via his official X account on Tuesday, coinciding with the swearing-in ceremony. Governor Makinde urged the appointees to maintain high standards of public service.
Describing the appointments as “a call to higher service based on merit,” he highlighted that his administration has put in place a transparent, merit-based selection process that ensures broad representation.
He further charged the officials to perform their duties diligently, warning against letting personal interests influence their professional responsibilities.
The Senator representing Kano South, Senator Abdurahman Sulaiman Kawu Sumaila, has called the alleged rejection of his Ramadan rice gifts by some constituents a case of dangerous political blackmail orchestrated by his opponents.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A viral video circulating on social media showed a group of politicians returning five bags of rice, claiming they were intended for the entire Albasu Local Government Area of Kano South Senatorial District.
Reacting to the incident, Senator Kawu Sumaila dismissed the rejection as a political stunt. He explained, “We distributed 500 bags to each LGA and provided for various groups and individuals, totaling nearly 15,000 bags. Somewhere along the line, some people were short-changed.”
He added, “They chose to go to the press to tarnish our image. We will handle the situation. This is politics. Whenever you work with people, such issues can arise. It’s a normal part of life, but it will not stop me from continuing welfare programs for my constituents.”
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