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Kidnappers Demand N5m For Safe Return Of My Daughter — Distraught Lagos Trader
Kidnappers Demand N5m For Safe Return Of My Daughter — Distraught Lagos Trader
A Mother’s Despair
Narrative by Mrs. Stella Timothy....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Disappearance
Mrs. Stella Timothy, a trader from Surulere Aguda, Lagos, recounts the harrowing experience of her daughter, Princess Halimat Tajudeen, going missing. Princess, a 14-year-old student, disappeared after being sent to withdraw money from an ATM……….CONTINUE READING
The Last Time She Was Seen
On the evening of April 24, 2024, Princess, dressed in a black gown with white touches and sporting a low-cut hairstyle, went to withdraw ₦23,000 from a nearby Fidelity Bank ATM. Mrs. Timothy received an alert confirming the withdrawal but became concerned when Princess did not return. After searching their home and the surrounding area, including the ATM location, she found no sign of her daughter.
The Immediate Aftermath
With no clues from neighbors or classmates, and no indication of trouble from Princess beforehand, Mrs. Timothy reported her daughter’s disappearance to the police. The police advised her to wait 24 hours before filing a formal report. Despite this, efforts from the authorities seemed minimal, with little follow-up beyond an initial inquiry.
The Kidnappers’ Contact
On Thursday, Mrs. Timothy received a call from a hidden number. The caller, using a thick voice, confirmed they had her daughter and threatened her. The demands escalated, starting with a request for ₦5 million, which Mrs. Timothy couldn’t afford. The kidnappers lowered the ransom to ₦1 million, still beyond her means. Throughout these exchanges, her daughter briefly spoke, pleading for help before the calls abruptly ended.
Living in Fear
Since the initial contact, there has been no further communication from the kidnappers. Mrs. Timothy, who has been separated from Princess’s father for ten years, has endured sleepless nights, unable to eat or focus, fearing for her daughter’s safety.
Appeal for Help
Mrs. Timothy is overwhelmed with fear and sadness, clinging to hope that her daughter will return safely. She appeals for assistance in locating and rescuing Princess, as the emotional toll and uncertainty threaten her well-being.
This tragic story underscores the perilous reality faced by many families in Nigeria, where kidnapping for ransom has become alarmingly common. It highlights the urgent need for effective law enforcement and community support to ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens.
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has sentenced Sunmonu Olasunkanmi Thaoban to four years in prison for laundering ₦16 million by disguising its illegal origins and converting it into a 2018 black G-Wagon Jeep.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Court Sentences Man to Four Years for ₦16 Million Money Laundering, Forfeits G-Wagon
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has sentenced Sunmonu Olasunkanmi Thaoban to four years in prison for laundering ₦16 million by disguising its illegal origins and converting it into a 2018 black G-Wagon Jeep.
Key Details of the Case
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Guilty Plea & Sentencing: Justice Akintayo Aluko handed down the sentence on Thursday after Thaoban pleaded guilty to a two-count EFCC charge, alongside an alternative fine option of ₦1.8 million.
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The Offense: Prosecutors stated that Thaoban acted as a middleman in 2023, funneling illicit funds to purchase the luxury vehicle, violating the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
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Asset Forfeiture: In addition to the prison term, the judge ordered the permanent forfeiture of both the convict’s G-Wagon and mobile phone to the Federal Government.
Related BDC Convictions
In a separate proceeding, Justice Aluko also convicted four Bureau de Change (BDC) operators—Umar Muhammad Lamido, Yusuf Musa Yusuf, Abdulmuhimin Mahmud, and Muhammed Musa—for conducting unauthorized foreign exchange transactions outside the official market. Following their guilty pleas, each received a 12-month prison sentence with an option of a ₦100,000 fine.
A Delta State High Court has handed down death sentences to two individuals for their involvement in the 2018 killing of Delta State University (DELSU) undergraduate Elozino Ogege, following a ruling that found them guilty. Meanwhile, a third co-defendant facing charges related to the same incident was discharged and acquitted. The 2018 murder of Ogege had previously sparked significant public outrage and widespread demands for justice. Further details on the ruling are expected soon.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Security forces have arrested a suspected Boko Haram informant, Abulfatahi, in Monguno, Borno State, in connection with the recent terrorist attack on Cross Kauwa.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Operation & Timing: Apprehended on July 27 during an intelligence-led sweep targeting a local terrorist information network. Two other suspects were previously arrested and moved to the Joint Intelligence Fusion Centre.
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Confession: During preliminary interrogations, Abulfatahi admitted to working for a Boko Haram commander named Akilu, who directs terrorist operations in Dabar Masara and Garin Mace.
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Criminal Activities: The suspect allegedly collected illegal taxes for the terrorist commander and helped select targets for abduction around Monguno.
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Evidence Recovered: Investigators found two phone numbers linked to Commander Akilu on Abulfatahi’s mobile device, which are aiding security forces in dismantling the broader network.
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Next Steps: Authorities are expanding their investigations to uncover other collaborators and strengthen ongoing counter-terrorism efforts across the Lake Chad region.
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