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A DSS Officer Testifies Against Activist Who Alleged EFCC Boss Stole ₦4 Billion.

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A Department of State Services (DSS) official, Yusuf Adams, on Wednesday testified at the Federal High Court in Abuja in the ongoing trial of activist Moses Oddiri, who faces charges of cyberbullying.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Oddiri is accused of publishing false information against the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, alleging that he misappropriated ₦4 billion in royalty payments intended for the Orogun community in Delta State from Heritage Operational Services Limited for OML 30.

Adams, attached to the DSS Economic Intelligence and Investigation Department, appeared as the prosecution’s first witness and was led in evidence by C.S. Orubor, counsel to the DSS.

He told the court that the DSS received a petition from the EFCC regarding social media posts in which Oddiri accused Olukoyede of embezzling the ₦4 billion. Adams said the defendant was arrested in Lagos on November 10, 2025, and brought to DSS headquarters for questioning. Videos of Oddiri making the allegations were recovered from his phone and Facebook account.

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“The investigation team downloaded several videos where the activist accused the EFCC chairman of stealing the N4 billion royalty payment meant for the Orogun community,” Adams said.

Adams further explained that the DSS requested financial documents, including receipts and bank statements from First City Monument Bank and Zenith Bank, as well as incorporation documents from the Corporate Affairs Commission, related to community development entities operating OML 30, including the Orogun Kingdom Community Trust allegedly registered by Oddiri.

He added, “We also obtained copies of a letter of admonishment from the EFCC responding to a petition submitted by the defendant to the commission. The petition, written by the defendant and sent to the UK Serious Fraud Office, accused the EFCC chairman. A letter from Wahab Shittu, SAN, counsel to the EFCC chairman, requested the defendant retract the allegation. A preliminary report was submitted to our superior, and we requested information from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission.”

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Orubor informed the court that the trial and consideration of Oddiri’s bail application were scheduled to commence. However, M. Adeniran, Oddiri’s counsel, objected, claiming he had been denied access to his client in DSS custody and was therefore unable to prepare a defence.

“My lord, it’s a criminal trial, and he has been in detention without access to us. I have not been able to brief him on his defence,” Adeniran said. Oddiri also confirmed that his lawyer had not been fully briefed.

The DSS counsel argued that all relevant materials had been served on the defence.

Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ruled that the trial should proceed after confirming service of processes on the defence and adjourned the matter to March 13 for continuation of the trial and hearing of the bail application.

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Plateau Killings: Mutfwang Meets Former Governors, Stakeholders Over Insecurity.

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Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has convened a high-level security meeting with former governors and key stakeholders in a renewed effort to address the ongoing wave of violence in the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

News reports that the meeting comes amid fresh attacks in parts of Plateau State that have left several people dead and properties destroyed, worsening security concerns in the North-Central region.

The gathering follows recent violence in Anguwan Rukuba and nearby communities, where dozens of residents were reportedly killed, adding to years of recurring insecurity that has claimed many lives, including women and children.

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The closed-door meeting, held at the Government House in Little Rayfield, Jos, brought together former governors Simon Lalong, Jonah Jang, and Joshua Dariye, as well as former military administrator Rear Admiral Samuel Atukum (retd.) and other key stakeholders.

In a statement shared on his verified Facebook page, Mutfwang said discussions focused on security, welfare, and the overall development of Plateau people, with special attention on the recent attacks in rural communities.

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According to sources, participants reviewed the security situation and expressed deep concern over continued loss of lives and destruction of property.

The stakeholders reportedly agreed on a united approach to restoring peace, strengthening unity, and promoting peaceful coexistence among communities.

They also resolved to develop stronger frameworks to address the root causes of the violence, anchored on values of discipline, courage, and patriotism.

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Brig-Gen Braimah’s Last Conversation With His Twin Brother Before Attack Emerge.

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The late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah was reportedly on a phone call with his twin brother moments before he was killed during a terrorist attack on the 29 Task Force Brigade Headquarters in Benisheikh, Borno State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

News reports that the incident, which occurred on April 9, 2026, claimed the lives of the senior officer and several other soldiers.

A family source told Vanguard that the General was speaking with his identical twin brother, who resides in the United Kingdom, at the time of the attack.

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According to the source, the twins maintained a daily routine of speaking around midnight, but the conversation took a sudden turn that night when unusual activity was noticed at the General’s end.

He said the line went dead abruptly after the General paused during the call, apparently due to the unfolding situation at the base.

The twin brother reportedly made repeated attempts to reconnect, sending messages and calling continuously, but received no response throughout the night.

“He kept trying until about 4 am, but there was no answer,” the source said.

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The family later confirmed the tragedy after a senior military officer contacted them around 6:30 am, informing them that the base had come under attack and that the Brigade Commander was among those killed.

The relative described the incident as devastating, noting that communication had broken down during the assault.

The late General was later buried alongside other fallen soldiers in Maiduguri, Borno State.

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Apostle Chibuzor Suspends Wedding Of Autistic Daughter Amid Public Backlash.

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The founder of Omega Power Ministries, Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, has suspended the planned marriage of his 21-year-old adopted daughter, Chiemeka Chibuzor, who is autistic, following an overwhelming number of applications from interested suitors.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

News reports that the cleric announced the decision on Thursday via his social media page, stating that over 1,000 men had expressed interest in marrying her, prompting him to halt the process indefinitely.

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He wrote, “Chiemeka Chibuzor’s wedding is hereby suspended. More than a thousand applications. No more wedding pending further directive from me.”

The cleric had earlier this week publicly invited proposals for her marriage, setting conditions that included the suitor being young and in good physical and mental health, alongside promised financial support and housing benefits.

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He also said the couple would enjoy lifelong support, including shared property ownership and periodic welfare checks from church members.

The development follows a similar arrangement recently conducted by the church involving a non-verbal autistic man who was married in a ceremony organised by the ministry.

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