Businessman commends Police AIG for rejecting N174 million bribe
Businessman commends Police AIG for rejecting N174 million bribe
Mr Kennedy Ubeku, a Korea-based Nigerian businessman, has commended Mr Adegoke Fayoade, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Zone 2 Command, Lagos, for rejecting N174 million bribe from a suspect.
Ubeku made the remark in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Sunday, and said that the act was an inspiration for others to emulate.
NAN reports that CSP Ngozi Braide had earlier led her team from the command to arrest a suspected internet fraudster, Patrick Akpoguma, in Lagos who offered a large some of money to avoid arrest.
Braide, on the instruction of the AIG, played along and collected the sum of $100,000 (N174 million) in bribe, which she subsequently registered as evidence and detained the suspect for investigation.
Ubeku noted that the action was an encouraging development which Nigerians in diaspora should read.
‘’The story of police rejecting bribe is reminding us that there is still hope through the selfless efforts of some individuals dedicated to upholding the integrity and making a difference in redeeming the image of Nigeria.
Ubeku, who is the Chief Executive Officer of BubbleXtra Technology Innovation Limited, Seoul, South Korea, said that the AIG was one of such individuals who aimed at redeeming the image of the nation.
He said that the Fayoade’s instruction to take the bribe into evidence as a means to convict the suspect was highly commendable which would help restore confidence in the police force.
“We in diaspora are proud of the integrity he has exhibited; AIG Fayaode has already taken a bold step in this direction.
” This is a heartfelt commendation of his efforts, with the hope that his actions will inspire others and his example shines brightly for all to see,” he said.
Ubeku said that Nigeria was in dire need of systemic overhaul, and added that it was everyone’s responsibility to compliment the government’s efforts in redeeming the image of Nigeria abroad.
Meanwhile, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd, the Chairman, Police Service Commission, has lauded Fayoade for his display of professionalism, describing the action as a pleasant development.
Argungu made the remark in a statement by the commission’s Spokesperson, Mr Ikechukwu Ani.
He noted the recent rejection of the N174 million by detectives of the Raider Team from Zone 2 Command, Lagos.
He also noted the swift recovery of N10 million from some policemen in Zone 16 Command Headquarters, Yenagoa, Bayelsa.
“It is a refreshing signposts of the deepening of his zero tolerance for corruption in the service.
“Police officers who distinguish themselves and take the war against corruption to the next level would in no time be recognised by the commission and appropriate benefits extended to them,” he said (NAN)
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Report any officer asking for money for release of suspect as Police insist bail is free
Report any officer asking for money for release of suspect as Police insist bail is free
The Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has insisted that bail is free, and called on the public to report any officer asking for money to release a suspect on bail.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the FCT, SP Josephine Adeh, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abuja.
Adeh spoke in reaction to public outcry that some police officers were demanding money to release suspects on bail in the territory.
She said the report of the erring officers would serve as a deterrent to others, adding that it was fraudulent to demand for money to release a suspect on bail.
Adeh blamed the yielding to such fraudulent demand on ignorance on the part of the victims who refused to stand on their rights.
“A similar case was reported where an officer demanded money to release a suspect on bail and when the matter was reported, we requested for evidence from the victim.
“The evidence was provided because the money was transferred to the officer’s account and actions are being taken on the issue.
“So, I encourage the public to take advantage of the FCT Police Complaint Response Unit (CRU) lines on 08107314192 to report such misconduct with evidence,” she said.
Adeh urged the public to always insist on their rights and refuse any form of payment to release a suspect on bail.(NAN)
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Former President sentenced to five years in prison by Court
Former President sentenced to five years in prison by Court
South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol was on Friday sentenced to five years in prison for obstruction of justice.
The Seoul Central District Court found that the 65-year-old conservative, with the help of the presidential security service, had tried to prevent his own arrest and deleted multiple documents related to the investigation against him.
Yoon shocked the nation by imposing martial law on December 3, 2024, amid a budget dispute with the opposition, plunging the country into a political crisis.
He justified the drastic measure as necessary to protect South Korea’s democratic order and accused the left-leaning opposition of being infiltrated by communists with ties to China and North Korea, though he provided no evidence for these claims.
In a separate trial, prosecutors have sought the death penalty for Yoon on charges of incitement, with a verdict expected on February 19.
While the death penalty remains legally in force in South Korea, it has not been carried out for nearly 30 years.
Yoon’s actions previously alarmed international investors and led to withheld investments, damaging the reputation of South Korea as a political and economic model for the region.
Since last summer, South Korea has been led by President Lee Jae Myung, a left-leaning centrist and long-time political rival of Yoon. (dpa/NAN)
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JUST IN; Imam that famously shielded 262 Christians from death during Plateau attack is dead
JUST IN; Imam that famously shielded 262 Christians from death during Plateau attack is dead
The Imam of Nghar village, Abubakar Abdullahi in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, who famously sheltered 262 Christians during communal violence, has passed away.
The Imam’s Son Saleh Abubakar, confirmed the development to Daily Trust on Friday, saying that the cleric died on Thursday night at the Plateau Specialist Hospital in Jos.
The Son said, his father “died ten days after he was admitted” in the hospital.
“He was initially diagnosed with a heart problem. He’d go for check-ups and return. His health hadn’t been stable since the heart disease diagnosis.”
Imam Abubakar died at the age of 90. He is survived by 19 children – 12 sons and seven daughters.
Tecall that in June 2018, during violent, faith-based communal clashes that affected 10 villages in Barkin Ladi, Imam Abubakar sheltered 262 Christians in his mosque and residence until the violence subsided, saving them from certain death.
His courage earned him widespread recognition, including the International Religious Freedom Award presented by the United States Department of State in 2019.
The late cleric will be laid to rest on Friday (today) in Nghar village after the Juma’at prayers.
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