A federal investigative panel has confirmed that Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, received extraordinary and unauthorized privileges while serving a six-month sentence for naira abuse at two Lagos custodial centers. The findings follow public outcry sparked by audio recordings leaked by activist Martins Otse, alias “VeryDarkMan,” in which Bobrisky allegedly claimed he bribed officials to avoid prison time and drop money-laundering charges.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Luxury Concessions: During his incarceration, Bobrisky was allegedly housed in specialized cells equipped with amenities such as televisions, refrigerators, humidifiers, and private bathroom facilities.

• Unauthorized Autonomy: The panel reported that the ex-convict was granted “self-feeding” status, allowed unrestricted visits from friends and family, and even assigned a fellow inmate to assist with his personal needs.

• Security Concerns: Investigators discovered a soundproofed door in his cell at the Maximum Security Custodial Centre and concluded that he likely used mobile phones throughout his detention, which is strictly prohibited.

• Special Transport: The report highlights that Bobrisky was transported between facilities using the Lagos State Controller’s official vehicle, often accompanied by the Controller himself.

Recommendations for Legal Action

The panel has suggested several follow-up actions to address these revelations:

• DSS Intervention: The Department of State Services (DSS) has been advised to investigate allegations that Bobrisky bribed officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) or the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS).

• Defamation Claims: The NCoS is encouraged to pursue defamation lawsuits against Bobrisky for allegedly fabricating claims about his prison experience.

• Action Against Activist: The panel recommended that VeryDarkMan face charges related to libel, the illegal interception of private communications, and incitement under the Cybercrimes Act for his role in circulating the audio recordings.

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has officially debunked rumors suggesting it plans to merge its political structure with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) to support a ticket featuring Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso. During the party’s 11th National Executive Committee meeting in Abuja, NNPP National Chairman Bala Yusuf clarified that no such agreement exists with the NDC, Kwankwaso, or any other political organization.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In his new 264-page autobiography, Call of Duty, former Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.) recounts the suspicious circumstances surrounding the sudden death of General Sani Abacha on June 8, 1998.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the book, which was unveiled at an event in Abuja attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, the events of that day felt orchestrated. Abubakar describes how he and the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Ishaya Bamaiyi, were summoned to the Presidential Villa under the impression of a meeting, only to be mysteriously locked inside a waiting room for nearly an hour. He noted that his intuition repeatedly told him that “something was fishy”.

The truth only emerged after the then-Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Coomassie, opened the locked door and led them to the residence, where he finally informed them that Abacha had passed away.

Abubakar’s account highlights several key takeaways regarding the immediate aftermath:

• Focus on Succession: Upon arriving at the residence, Abubakar observed that Abacha’s so-called “inner caucus”—which included figures like Maj. Hamza Al-Mustapha and Babagana Kingibe—appeared significantly more interested in securing a successor than in handling burial arrangements.

• Tensions in the PRC: As the most senior military officer following the removal of Gen. Oladipo Diya, Abubakar chaired the subsequent Provisional Ruling Council (PRC) meeting. He noted that the meeting grew tense as members argued over appointing a new leader to avoid a power vacuum, a process which some members felt was prioritizing politics over Islamic burial rites.

• The Kano Burial as a Decoy: Abubakar suggested that the trip to Kano for Abacha’s burial may have been a tactical move to keep key decision-makers away from Abuja while the “inner caucus” attempted to install their preferred candidate.

• Rise to Leadership: Ultimately, a succession contest took place between senior officers, with some factions backing Lt.-Gen. Ishaya Bamaiyi and others looking toward Lt-General Useni. Abubakar, noting he was the senior officer in military affairs, stated that he won the resulting vote and subsequently became Nigeria’s 11th Head of State.