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Deadly London teenager Bernard sentenced to life imprisonment for brutal murder
A 19-year-old man, Reuben Bernard, has been sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 22 years, for his role in the vicious murder of 30-year-old Olsi Kuka in Barnet. On May 11, 2022, Bernard and four accomplices forcibly entered Kuka’s flat, stabbing him multiple times and ransacking his property for drugs and money.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the Met Police, despite emergency services’ efforts, Kuka succumbed to his injuries.
A meticulous investigation by the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, utilizing CCTV and mobile phone analysis, identified the five perpetrators.
A police search dog, Monty, also played a crucial role in uncovering vital evidence, discovering £8,000 hidden in a bed headboard.
During a trial at the Old Bailey, a jury heard the group all travelled to 30-year-old Olsi Kuka’s home address in High Road, N20, shortly before 03:00hrs on 11 May 2022.
They were split into two Mercedes cars that parked outside before the group forced entry into the flat and attacked Olsi, stabbing him numerous times.
Bernard was convicted of murder, conspiracy to rob, and causing grievous bodily harm.
Four co-defendants received sentences ranging from 6 to 12.5 years for their involvement in the crime.
Bernard,19, was jailed for life with 22 years minimum, while Santana Thompson,21, was jailed for 10 years for manslaughter, 10 years for conspiracy to rob, one year for Section 20 wounding.
Daige Ramsey, 25, was jailed 11 years for manslaughter, 10 years for conspiracy to rob, 12 months for Section 20 wounding while Ozan Seran, 29 was jailed for 12.5 years for manslaughter, 11.5 years for conspiracy to rob, 9 months for Section 20 wounding and Bulent Bakir, 27, jailed for six years for conspiracy to rob.
Detective Chief Inspector Neil Rawlinson condemned the “calculated, vicious, and unrelenting” violence used in the attack, stating that the investigation continues to pursue additional leads.
Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President, has said he is willing to step down if Peter Obi secures the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He made the remark during an interview on Arise News on Wednesday, where he was asked whether he would withdraw in Obi’s favour if the former Labour Party candidate wins the party’s primary.
Atiku confirmed he would respect the outcome, saying he is prepared to step aside for any winner, including Obi.
“Of course, if he is a contender, why not?” he added when pressed further.
He also noted that other aspirants such as Rabiu Kwankwaso and Rotimi Amaechi are also in the race for the ADC ticket.
The former presidential candidate explained that his stance reflects democratic principles, stressing that candidates can emerge either through consensus or election.
Atiku further expressed confidence that the North remains a strong political base for him ahead of 2027, saying the region continues to show unity and support in past elections.
A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Babachir Lawal, has insisted that the party will participate in the 2027 general elections regardless of the position of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has defended the presence of its officials at the African Democratic Congress (ADC) national convention, describing it as part of normal diplomatic engagement.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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