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Just In: Two Individuals Arraigned In Ado-Ekiti Court Over Alleged Theft And Assault Charges
On Friday, two individuals, Rafiu Jamiu, 27, and Adeniyi Oluwaseun, 21, were brought before an Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrates’ Court on charges of theft and assault. The defendants, with unknown addresses, faced a two-count charge related to the alleged incidents….CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to ASP Caleb Leramo, the prosecutor, the defendants, along with others, committed the offenses on December 4 at approximately 09:00 pm in Ijero-Ekiti. Leramo stated that the defendants and others at large stole an Infinix phone valued at N73,000 belonging to Miracle Samuel. Additionally, they allegedly stole a Tecno phone valued at N50,000 and an Itel phone valued at N7,000 belonging to Oladeji Christianah.
The prosecutor further alleged that the defendants and others at large assaulted Oladeji Christianah, Miracle Samuel, and Egunjobi Victoria. Requesting an adjournment to study the case file and present witnesses, Leramo sought the court’s approval.
However, the defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges. Counsel to the defendants, Mr. Gboyega Abiola, requested bail, assuring that they would not evade legal obligations. Chief Magistrate Saka Afunso granted bail to the defendants in the sum of N50,000 each with one surety in like sum. The case is scheduled for a hearing on January 12.
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The Ultimate Reckoning: Full List Of Ex-Governors And Ministers Going To Jail For Corruption!.
Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts have yielded numerous high-profile trials and convictions of prominent politicians and public officials over financial crimes, money laundering, and abuse of office. While many cases have languished in court or been overturned on appeal—such as James Bala Ngilari’s overturned procurement conviction and Orji Uzor Kalu’s nullified 2019 sentence—several high-profile figures have faced prison time, with some later securing freedom via presidential pardons. Notable cases include:....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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James Ibori: The former Delta State governor (1999–2007) pleaded guilty to fraud and money laundering at the Southwark Crown Court in London in 2012, serving part of a 13-year sentence before his release in December 2016.
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Joshua Dariye: The former Plateau State governor and senator was convicted in 2018 for diverting ecological funds, ultimately having his 10-year Supreme Court-affirmed sentence cut short when he received a presidential pardon in 2022.
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Jolly Nyame: Convicted in 2018 for diverting about ₦1.64 billion of Taraba State funds, the former governor saw his 12-year jail term affirmed by the Supreme Court in 2020 before also benefiting from the 2022 presidential pardon.
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Lucky Igbinedion: The former Edo State governor entered a 2008 plea bargain regarding state funds, receiving a six-month sentence with a ₦3.5 million fine option that he paid, which sparked considerable public debate.
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Diepreye Alamieyeseigha: Following his 2005 impeachment, the former Bayelsa State governor pleaded guilty to corruption and money laundering in 2007, serving a brief sentence before being released and later receiving a controversial presidential pardon in 2013.
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Saleh Mamman: In one of the most recent high-level rulings in May 2026, the Federal High Court in Abuja convicted the former Minister of Power on 12 counts of laundering roughly ₦33.8 billion linked to power projects, handing down cumulative sentences totaling 75 years.
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Fisayo Ajisafe, a prominent PDP grassroots leader and mobilizer in the Ifedore Local Government Area, has officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Announcing his decision on Thursday, Ajisafe stated that persistent crises within the PDP hindered his ability to effectively serve his constituents, prompting his move to a new platform. He cited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s development agenda and the “Renewed Hope” vision, alongside the APC’s growing strength in Ondo State, as primary drivers for boarding what he called a “moving train”.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Pledging to deploy his extensive political experience and grassroots network to rally support and recruit more members, Ajisafe encouraged other opposition figures to align with the APC to help tackle national issues like insecurity. He asserted that his departure would significantly impact the opposition in his federal constituency and lauded Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for infrastructure initiatives such as the Orita-Obele-Ijare-Ikota road project.
Welcoming the defection at Ajisafe’s ward in Ikota alongside other party leaders, former Ondo State APC chairman Ade Adetimehin praised him as a respected, progressive-minded strategist. Adetimehin assured Ajisafe of full integration and equal opportunities within the party structure, while urging continued commitment to President Tinubu’s agenda. Expressing confidence that the state would secure over one million votes for Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, Adetimehin reiterated that the APC remains open to any politicians dedicated to fostering local development and party success.
Arise Television anchor Rufai Oseni has cautioned President Bola Tinubu regarding his political alliance with Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, following Wike’s assertion that he expects to be targeted by opposition figures like Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi if Tinubu loses the 2027 election. Speaking on The Morning Show, Oseni questioned why Wike would fear a witch-hunt if he stands by his past decisions—such as blocking Atiku’s campaign in Rivers State—suggesting that anyone proud of their actions should have nothing to fear.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Responding to these comments during an appearance on Arise Television’s The Morning Show, Oseni expressed skepticism over why the FCT Minister would harbor such fears if he believed his past actions as governor were entirely justifiable and lawful. Oseni specifically questioned whether Wike’s apprehension stems from his controversial handling of the 2023 presidential election in Rivers State, pointing to instances where he allegedly used his executive power to prevent Atiku Abubakar from campaigning freely in the state, and raising questions regarding political outcomes associated with Peter Obi and the Independent National Electoral Commission’s IReV portal. Oseni emphasized that a political actor proud of their record should have no reason to fear a future witch-hunt.
Furthermore, Oseni directed a direct warning toward President Bola Tinubu, urging him to exercise extreme caution in his political alliance with Wike. Drawing from Wike’s well-documented history of fractured relationships with former political associates and godfathers, Oseni cautioned that the FCT Minister would likely expose confidential political dealings if their alliance ever soured. He expressed pity for President Tinubu, noting that any private political arrangements—or “padi padi” politics—shared with Wike could eventually be made public in a damaging manner should a fallout occur. Oseni also recalled past instances where Wike vehemently criticized godfatherism and openly attacked Tinubu during the political crisis involving former Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, contrasting those historical remarks with their current political alignment.
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