Crime
Mother and Two Children Arrested for Assaulting 75-Year-Old Father in Anambra State
Mother and Two Children Arrested for Assaulting 75-Year-Old Father in Anambra State....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Security operatives in Anambra State have arrested a woman and her two children for allegedly assaulting their 75-year-old father, Romanus Obidigwe. The incident occurred in the Awba-Ofemmili community in Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The suspects, identified as Esther Obidigwe, Ozioma Obidigwe, and Obuka Obidigwe, were apprehended following a complaint filed by the elderly man.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday by Chidimma Ikeanyionwu, the Media Aide to the Anambra State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Ify Obinabo, the arrest came after the victim reported enduring repeated physical abuse at the hands of his family. The statement revealed that the latest assault occurred when Romanus confronted his daughter, Ozioma, about selling his firewood without his consent. The confrontation escalated, leading to the trio tying him up and beating him with a rod, leaving him with injuries.
During a visit to the Commissioner’s office, Romanus, a retired senior civil servant, shared that this abusive behavior from his family has been ongoing. He also disclosed that his children have stopped providing him with food, and his eldest son, Obuka, has been stealing from him, including attempting to claim his retirement benefits from the local government.
Romanus further revealed that he has endured significant hardship within his family, including a forced cessation of his marital relationship since the year 2000. The situation became so dire that a neighbor had to intervene to stop the recent assault, after which the family locked him out of his compound.
When questioned by authorities, Obuka denied being present during the incident, while his mother, Esther, confessed to the crime. Ozioma, however, alleged that she acted in self-defense, claiming her father intended to harm her.
Reacting to the disturbing case, the Commissioner for Women’s Affairs and Social Welfare, Ify Obinabo, vowed to ensure that justice is served. She emphasized that the ministry is committed to protecting the rights and welfare of all citizens, not just women and children, and warned the public to refrain from criminal activities.
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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