EFCC And ICPC Stripped Of Powers To Hold Assets In Corruption Cases

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other allied bodies have been stripped of the powers to seize assets of people being investigated and such powers transferred to the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF).

Hitherto, the EFCC had the powers to initiate non-conviction based forfeiture as was done in the case of the wife of a former President, Patience Jonathan. With the new directive, only the AGF can initiate seizure orders from the court.

The directive was made public through a Federal Republic of Nigeria Official Gazette, Vol. 106, No 163, entitled, “Asset Tracing, Recovery and Management Regulation 2019’’, dated Oct. 29, 2019. “All non-conviction based forfeiture shall be conducted by the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation. “Where a non-conviction based forfeiture procedure arises, the LEA (Law Enforcement Agency) and ACAs (Anti-Corruption Agencies) shall transfer the matter to the Office of the AGF,’’ it states in part.

The gazette says where a non-conviction based forfeiture procedure arises, the law enforcement agency and the anti-corruption agencies should transfer the matter to the office of the AGF. In addition, all seized assets shall be registered by all the Ministries, Departments and Agencies of government while all final forfeited assets recovered by agencies shall be handed over to the AGF within 60 days from the commencement of the regulations of management.

On non-compliance, the Attorney-General warned that any agency head who failed to follow the new guidelines would be dealt with.

“Non–compliance with the regulations of these provisions and the guidelines and directions made pursuant to these regulations shall be considered insubordination and attract liability under the Public Service Rules.”

On prosecution of future corruption cases, the Attorney-General said henceforth all programmes regarding anti-corruption “must be done with the express approval of his office.’’ Persecondnews reports that another gazette No. 162, entitled, “Guidelines for the implementation of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy 2017-2021’, on getting approval for prosecution of corruption cases by the anti-graft bodies, has also been published.

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Monday Declared Sit at Home for Government workers - Emmy.ng

The Federal Government has declared Monday as Public Holiday to mark the 2019 Eid-ul-Mawlud in commemoration of the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.

Mr Mohammed Manga, Director Press and Public Relations of the Ministry of Interior, announced this in a statement on Thursday in Abuja.

He said the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, congratulated the Muslim faithful on the occasion and enjoined them to live within the virtues and teachings of the Prophet.


He said imbibing the Prophet’s virtues of love, courage and perseverance would guarantee peace and security in the country.

Aregbesola expressed confidence that the challenges confronting Nigeria at the moment would soon be over and therefore called on Nigerians to remain focused and determined.

He gave the assurance that with the immense potentials the country is endowed with; coupled with its human and natural resources, Nigeria will sooner than later join the league of developed nations.


“With love, commitment, self-sacrifice, patience and patriotism, we will certainly, build a greater Nigeria,” Aregbesola said.

The Minister restated the Government’s desire to ensure a peaceful and secure environment for all Nigerians.

(NAN)

Kogi election: 35,000 additional police officers deployed

Mohammed Adamu, inspector general of  police, deployed an additional 35,000 police in Kogi state to "protect" people and property before and during the elections on 16 November.

Kayode Ayilara, the deputy police commissioner in charge of the operation in the state, announced on Wednesday in Lokoja.

The police chief revealed this while responding to concerns raised about police neutrality in upcoming elections at an event organized by a non-governmental organization, "Finding Common Ground".

He added that deployed police officers would arrive in the state on November 11, claiming that they came from Abuja and other states.

Ayilara said the armed police would also be positioned in strategic areas identified in the state to ensure a quick response to any emergency.

He said four police officers would be deployed in each of the state's 2,548 voting units, assuring citizens of the neutrality of the police in their behavior before and during the elections.

Ms. Lola Memedu, the head of an NGO, had already spoken during a presentation, expressing concern over the steady rise in state tension before the elections.

Memedu stated that the group, through EECSP project, had observed instances of violence and physical aggression between the Progressive General Congress (PCA) and the People's Democratic Party (PDP).

"There was a series of attacks during campaign demonstrations and party activities.

"The local governments of Dekina and Ankpa have recorded the highest number of violent attacks between party members and supporters.

"For example, on October 19, 2019, a party supporter was shot dead in Anyingba during one of the party's demonstrations.

"The number of deaths recorded in the communities of Anyingba and Ankpa is quite alarming.

"There has been an increase in the use of political thugs to perpetrate violence,
since it was registered in Dekina, Ankpa, Olamaboro, Omala and Idah local government areas, "he said.

According to Memedu, the report's goal is to identify potential threats to peaceful elections before and after the elections.

This, he said, will facilitate a quick response from stakeholders.
such as the police, the INEC and the National Referral Agency to intervene to prevent violence.

The group also urged the media to objectively report on issues related to the process, conduct and outcome of the elections, to calm tensions and prevent violence.

8-Year-Old Girl kills 1-week-Old Baby Brother in Edo

A week-old baby girl has been killed by her 8-year old sister and 6-year brother in Edo State.

Residents of Ofunwegbe Community in Ovia North-East Local Government of Edo State on Tuesday were shocked after a woman (their mother) raised an alarm that her children have killed their one-week-old sister.

An eye witness recalled that: The people initially felt it was just a joke, but they were shocked to discover the incident was true after the two children were caught and beaten. When questioned they confessed to have killed the little baby.

No one knows the reason behind the killing of the baby, could it be for ritual purposes?

We will find out soon, as they have been handed over to the Police for further investigation.

See Photos below.

FRSC caused death of 3 People in Ibadan

Emmy.ng reported that three people Died after involving in an accident in Ibadan, it was said that the accident was caused by a FRSC who was collecting bribe that catalyzed the Accident in the state.

This accident just happened at sat gurumaraji in Ibadan. Caused by @frsc commission officials because of bribe. 3 dead(including frsc officer) and other officers took to their heels except this guy in this video caught up

Army promised to deal with agents captured by a camera that carried out the extrajudicial killings of alleged Boko Haram member

Yesterday, a video showing Nigerian army men involved in the extrajudicial killing of an alleged terrorist group member, Boko Haram, became viral.



Nigerians reacted in shock when the video showed that the army were pushing the alleged member of the cult into a shallow grave, shooting him and burying him later.



In a statement issued by Acting Director of Army Public Relations Colonel Sagir Musa, the army said it had opened a thorough investigation in an effort to get those involved to deal with the anger of the law. The statement says



The attention of the Nigerian army (NA) was drawn to a video showing NA personnel involved in unprofessional acts of torture and, above all, in the extrajudicial killing of an alleged Boko Haram terrorist who is probably in prison. the northeast theater of operations.

The NA wishes to clearly and firmly condemn the action of those involved (whoever they may be) in the misconduct, and that this cowardly act is totally unacceptable, unethical and goes against core values ​​appreciated by the NA, including respect for others and their fundamental rights

NA training, participation rules and ongoing operational procedures that guide the conduct of all its operations are unambiguous with respect to human rights violations and extrajudicial actions, including the rights of terrorists / combatants arrested / captured.

The troops present in the various theaters of operations in Nigeria have been constantly urged to renounce any violation of rights, regardless of the amount of despair, anger or provocation. NA does not authorize, encourage or endorse unruly and unprofessional behavior, particularly the extrajudicial execution of suspects or combatants. No matter where it is noticed or reported, once confirmed, the appropriate sanction or decisive sanction usually applies to the perpetrators and this case would never be an exception.

As a result, after viewing this bloody video, NA opened an in-depth investigation into the detention of the culprits for treatment in accordance with the prevailing military justice system. Members of the public will certainly be informed of the results of the actions taken so far.

As a responsible and law-abiding organization, the NA will continue to exercise its constitutional functions professionally and will continue to operate within the law in accordance with local and international best practices.

Watch the video below.

Don't want to believe these are soldiers of @HQNigerianArmy. Too horrific! Viewer discretion is advised! pic.twitter.com/tIzm0u3fcc

— Chuks Akunna (@akunnachux) November 4, 2019

Buhari had eliminated the corruption in oil sector - Ribadu

First chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nuhu Ribadu revealed that there has been no oil billionaire since President Buhari became Oil Minister.

Ribadu, who revealed this in his presentation on the fight against corruption and good governance during a two-day retreat for the commissioners, special assistants and permanent secretaries of Gombe State, on Monday, November 4, added that the administration of President Buhari had eliminated the corruption in oil. sector.

The former head of the anti-theft agency also urged government officials to vow never to steal public funds, as a dirty-headed ruler has no moral right to question his subordinates.

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Make a personal vote not to steal public funds. You can not stop corruption in the police when the public service is still corrupt. Stop the corruption and see what will happen in society, "said Ribadu.

"Corruption undermines confidence in leadership. A dirty-headed ruler does not have the moral right to question his subordinates.

"For you, all this is a trampoline. You should not fall in love with banana peel and, therefore, fall apart. EFCC, NFIU are able and can see you.

"They have the infrastructure to track every penny stolen from the government. Things have changed and the world has changed, so let's change too.

"Since President Buhari took up the post of Oil Minister, I have not seen anyone become a billionaire in the oil sector, because there is a leader who is not corrupt."

Bisi Alimi celebrates his third wedding anniversary with his husband Anthony Davis

Gay rights activist Bisi Alimi and his husband, Anthony Davis, celebrate their third wedding anniversary today November 4, 2019.

Bisi celebrated this special day by sharing a photo of them sharing a date together, then wrote: "Three years later, we said," Yes, I want it. If I have to do it again, I'll do it with you. I am happy to have you in my life @ ajd_3030 and the words can not express the joy you bring. Here are the next three years and more.

17 year old video game addict found dead on his computer

A video game enthusiast from Thailand collapsed and died in front of his computer while playing all night.


Piyawat Harikun, 17, from Udon Thani, in northern Thailand, on school holidays, used his spare time to stay in hia room and play video games on his PC.


Piyawat's father, Jaranwit, said he was found dead from the computer chair and collapsed on a computer tower on the floor when they went to the room on Monday afternoon (October 5).

He added that there were plenty of takeaway boxes on the desk and a bottle of soda at his feet, while his headphones rested on another computer tower.


According to him, he stayed awake all night, then curtained the curtains in the day to continue focusing on the games, spending hours at the computer at home. He added that they would bring food to his room and invite him to stop, but Piyawat simply did not want to reduce his obsession.

Jaranwit, an air force officer, said he tried to revive his son but was already dead.

He said, "I called his name and said," wake up, wake up, "but he did not answer, I could see he was dead.

Physicians who examined the body stated that the teenager had died from a stroke, which they said was caused by constant contact with the computer at night.

Jaranwit admitted that his son was addicted to the game and said, "My son was smart and still very successful at school, but he had a big gambling addiction problem.

`I tried to warn him of his long hours of play tirelessly and he promised to reduce it, but it was too late.

He was already dead before having the chance to change.


"I want my son's death to be an example and a warning to parents whose children are addicted to gambling. They must be stricter with their children's playtime, otherwise they could be like my son. '

Collapsed Building melted lives of three siblings in Ebonyi state

Three siblings Died after the destruction of a ruined building where they lived with their parents in Akaeze, a region of Ivo's local government in Ebonyi state over the weekend.

According to reports, the children between the age of 3, 5 and 11, slept in the ruined building with his mother and another brother when the unfortunate incident occurred. It was said that the mother of the dead children had urged her husband to remove them from the building because she feared for their lives, but the husband could not afford it.


The neighbors removed the dead children from the building and buried them, while their mother and their only surviving child are still being treated in an undisclosed hospital at the time of writing this report.



Confirming the incident, Akaeze Development Center Coordinator Onyebuchi Ogbadu said

"When I received this information, I ran to the spot and saw that three children died on the spot, while their mother and one of the children were taken to the hospital. It was very critical. ''

Iran Capital witness Iranians celebrating 40 Years anniversary of hijacking US Embassy in Tehran

 Many people In Iran today protested in Iran's capital, Tehran to celebrate the 40th anniversary since the US embassy was captured, overran and hijacked by Iranian students.


In a memorable moment that broke ties between both countries, on November 4, 1979, months after Iran's shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (backed by US) was toppled by Iranians, Iranian students overran the US embassy complex to demand Washington hand over the ruler after he was admitted to a hospital in the United States.

The diplomatic problem led to the capture and eventual release of 52 US citizens after a year and the US immediately cancelled all diplomatic relationships with Iran. Ever since then till now diplomatic relations haven't been restored and it's been made worse with Donald Trump's withdrawal from the Iran Nuclear deal plus severe economic sanctions on the Persian nation.

Images of the US flag and past/current US presidents being  burnt on the streets of Tehran is a common sight nowadays and on Monday effigies of Trump in handcuffs and US flags burning were on display.

During a speech at a rally at the former embassy today, Iranian army commander General Abdolrahim Mousavi said the "dispute" between the US and Iran stems from "our independence".

"The dispute between us and our enemies is not because of issues like our nuclear programme or our missiles or human rights," Mousavi said.

"The dispute between us and the United States stems from our independence, not surrendering to their bullying ... They will continue their hostile behaviour towards us like a scorpion whose nature is to bite as long as it is alive," he said.

"We are ready to crush this scorpion under our feet."

HomeSportsSwiss hotel cleaner Discovers dead body of cristiano Ronaldo's Hairdresser. Swiss hotel cleaner Discovers dead body of cristiano Ronaldo's Hairdresser. Odoh Charles-November 04, 2019 KNIFED IN BED Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘hairdresser’ found stabbed to death in Swiss hotel room Late Ricardo Marques Ferreira and Cristiano Ronaldo The Bleeding Dead body was popularly called the “Cristiano Ronaldo’s crimper”, the dead body shows that the stylist Celebrity was knifed to Death while staying Alone in a Swiss hotel Room. Torixus Media learnt that the Stylist name was Ricardo Marques Ferreira who was discovered Dead while Laying on the bed by the hotel cleaner on Friday in Zurich, Swiss. Who was Cristiano Ronaldo’s hairdresser? Ricardo Marques Ferreira Ricardo Marques Ferreira, nicknamed Caju, was a hair stylist and make-up artist who worked with models and Portuguese actresses as well as former Real Madrid and Man United star Cristiano. Zurich is a city that have not less than 500 Big hotels in it...the city is well-known as a business Area where many people nd foreigners do camp after reaching the rich city. The Police have opened a terror investigation on the case which finally ending as of current a man of 39-year-old who is dubbed a Suspect. The 39-year-old man was confirmed by the police to be a Brazilian The murder weapon was not found at the scene. Portugal’s leading tabloid Correio da Manha today linked him to the former Real Madrid and Man United star, describing him as “Cristiano Ronaldo’s hairdresser.” The hair stylist and make-up artist, from the island of Madeira like Cristiano, posted a photo on social media of him putting the final touches to the footballer’s look for a September 2015 photoshoot.

The Bleeding Dead body was popularly called the “Cristiano Ronaldo’s crimper”, the dead body shows that the stylist Celebrity was knifed to Death while staying Alone in a Swiss hotel Room.


Emmy.ng learnt that the Stylist name was Ricardo Marques Ferreira who was discovered Dead while Laying  on the  bed by the hotel cleaner on Friday in Zurich, Swiss.

Who was Cristiano Ronaldo’s hairdresser?



Ricardo Marques Ferreira, nicknamed Caju, was a hair stylist and make-up artist who worked with models and Portuguese actresses as well as former Real Madrid and Man United star Cristiano.


Zurich is a city that have not less than 500 Big hotels in it...the city is well-known as a business Area where many people nd foreigners do camp after reaching the rich city.

The Police have opened a terror investigation on the case which finally ending as of current a man of 39-year-old who is dubbed a Suspect.

The 39-year-old man was confirmed by the police to be a Brazilian

The murder weapon was not found at the scene.


Portugal’s leading tabloid Correio da Manha today linked him to the former Real Madrid and Man United star, describing him as “Cristiano Ronaldo’s hairdresser.”

The hair stylist and make-up artist, from the island of Madeira like Cristiano, posted a photo on social media of him putting the final touches to the footballer’s look for a September 2015 photoshoot.

Supreme Court rejects appeal in remission of former Justice CJN Walter Onnoghen

On Monday, 4 November, the Supreme Court rejected the call asking the court to determine whether or not Walter Onnoghen, the President of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, was constitutionalized.

The seizin of Dr. Samuel Nwawka was dismissed by Judge Bode Rhodes-Vivour, who appealed to five judges after the appellant did not appear and was not legally represented.



Nwawka had asked the Apex Court to invoke section 22 of the Supreme Court Act to decide constitutional issues related to the means by which the federal government had caused the removal of Onnoghen as a NCJ through an ex parte application for a Code of Conduct on February 23. 2019.



The appellant asked the superior court to determine whether the fact that the first accused requested and ordered the removal of Onnoghen prior to his appearance before the Code of Conduct is or is not constitutional, arbitrary, scandalous and flagrant. Onnoghen Rights to the presumption of innocence.



The accused on appeal are the federal government, Abubakar Malami, Judge Tanko Muhammad, Mr. Mohammed Isah (CWB President), Danladi Umar (TAC Chair), the Honorable Julie Anabor (TCC member), the Council of the judiciary. National, the head of department of the federation and the senate as 1st to 9th respondents respectively.

Femi Otedola Clocks 56 Today

Femi Otedola was born on November 4, 1962 in Oyo State, son of Micheal Otedola, former governor of Lagos State.

He is a Nigerian businessman, philanthropist and former president of Forte Oil PLC. He is also the founder of Zenon Petroleum and Gas Ltd.

A recent report revealed that the company had invested in power generation as part of the liberalization of the sector in Nigeria.

Femi Otedola is also the father of the popular disc jockey, DJ Cuppy and Temi Otedola.

Nigeria Gently sinking in Pit of Danger - Amaechi

The First Republic Aviation Minister, Mbazulike Amaechi has Said that Nigeria is currently sinking and sliding fast into a state of anarchy.

Amaechi said Nigeria was a country full of danger, fear, and a place where corrupt and criminal elements are in charge.


He consequently called for an urgent renegotiation of the nation’s constitutional and political foundation in order to save it from further slide to anarchy.

Speaking at an event to mark 20 years anniversary of Igbo Youth Movement (IYM), in Abuja, weekend, the former Minister maintained that Nigeria cannot move forward without true federalism.

Amaechi said: “For there to be permanent peace, the country must meet and renegotiate the basis of the union in a fraternal way.


“Today, we are living in a country that is full of danger. We are living in a country where there is no peace; today we living in a country where majority live in fear.

“Today, we are riding in a ship that may tip over and sink any day.

“Today, we are living in a country where rulers refuse to listen to the loud cries of the ruled, today we are living in a country where the rich are getting richer and the poor getting poorer, a country where the corrupt and criminal elements are in control, we are living in a country that is ruled with a constitution that is not the peoples’ constitution.”

According to reports, 53 soldiers died in a terrorist attack in Mali.

The balance sheet of a "terrorist attack" at a military post in northeast Mali on Friday has been raised to 53, said Saturday the Minister of Communication, Yaya Sangare.

On Friday, 35 soldiers were killed in the attack on the Indelimane site, about 70 kilometers west of Menaka, near the border with Niger, according to the army, which described the incident as a terrorist .

An investigation into the attack was opened, he added.

By far, no group claimed the assault, reports NAN.

Since 2015, this country in West Africa has suffered a series of terrorist attacks that have killed more than 500 people and displaced more than 450,000 people.

WHO should provide men with antidotes to reduce their libido - Monarch warns

His Royal Majesty, Ndidem, Dr. Patrick Inok Oquagbor [V] advocated the use of family planning methods for men to reduce population growth in Nigeria.

The monarch said on Friday in Calabar, while recalling the medical mission of the National Seadogs Association, also known as the "Brotherhood of Pyrates, imputing the growth of the population to men.


He added that men should also be subject to family planning. "I realized that the population was growing because of a geometric explosion in Nigeria every day, health officials talk about family planning for women, they try the population, but we refused to know that woman as a person has no compromise in matters of pregnancy.

"It's the man who puts pregnant women; Women can not only take medicine to limit pregnancy, but nothing for men. Do you know how many women I can find today? If I have nine hours of flexion, I can have nine children in nine hours.

"Let's be realistic as men and know that if you do not want population growth, we are the ones who will limit the way you procreate.If the problem is for men and I take the drugs to prevent them from procreation, Even though I have the privilege of meeting nine women today, I will not imbibe them.At the end of the day, the geometric progression will show me to produce zero. "


The monarch asked the World Health Organization (WHO) and other health units to provide men with good antidotes to reduce their libido, so as to reduce progression: to children in no way. "fixed.

Buhari leaves Saudi Arabia for London

The Nigerian News Agency said that the president had left Mecca for Jeddah around 1:30 pm (local time) while his presidential plane was taking off for London at 3:15 pm sharp.


The departure was after all the airport protocol led by the mayor of Jeddah, Almeer bin Abdallah bin Jalawi.

NAN said that before leading Umrah, President Buhari attended the three-day Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh from Oct. 29-31.

In Riyadh, the president held bilateral talks with King Salman in Riyadh on Wednesday, during which the two leaders pledged to strengthen their partnership, particularly in the oil and gas fields for the development of the two countries.


On Thursday, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman paid a courtesy call on President Buhari in his hotel room at the Ritz Carlton.

THE DAILY POSTCARD reminds us that, on this occasion, the Prince had called for the creation of the Nigeria-Saudi Council in order to promote investment and improve relations between the two countries.

The Council would consist of government officials and business leaders from both countries. Areas of focus are economic growth and development, investments in the oil and non-oil sectors and security cooperation.


"President Buhari and the Crown Prince have agreed that the first mission of the Council is to establish a legal and operational framework that facilitates beneficial investments for both countries.

"The Council will be set up in the next two months and meetings will be held twice a year," Presidential spokesman Garba Shehu said Thursday in a statement.

"For the relations between the two countries to remain active, it was also agreed that the leaders of the two countries would meet at the highest level, at least once a year, to review the progress of the joint council and ensure closer cooperation. on issues of mutual interest, "added Shehu.

More than 1,000 homeless people died in Los Angeles in 2018 - Emmy.ng

 According to a new report, more than 1,000 homeless people died in Los Angeles, California, in 2018, double the number of deaths six years ago, highlighting the severe housing crisis in the richest state. and the most populous of the United States. .

The number of homeless deaths increased from 536 in 2013 to 1,047 in 2018, according to a report from the Los Angeles County Public Health Department.

The report found that the leading causes of death were coronary heart disease, which accounted for 22% of deaths, followed by alcohol and drug overdoses in 21% of cases. The other main causes are road accidents, homicides and suicides.

Los Angeles County, which includes the city of Los Angeles, has more than 10 million people. Los Angeles is the largest city in California and the second largest in the country.

"This alarming increase in homeless deaths requires immediate action to improve the care of our most vulnerable populations," said Dr. Barbara Ferrer, Director of the Los Angeles County Department of Health, in a statement. Press.

The report also found that homeless people died an average of 22 years earlier than the general population.

"Homelessness can have a devastating impact on a person's health and well-being, and we need to better understand the underlying causes that contribute to our country's high death rate among homeless people," he said. he declared. Supervisor Hilda L. Solis.


The data highlight the worsening housing crisis in the metropolitan area of ​​Los Angeles, where authorities estimate that 59,000 people are homeless, including over 44,000 in cars, tents or housing. fortune.

According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, about 130,000 people are homeless in California on any given day, more than in any other state. UU.

"Three people die every day on the street," said Adam Rice, organizer of the Los Angeles Community Action Network. "It's a complete failure of leadership. Darrell did not need to die. None of these people needed to die. The reason is that there is no adequate housing. "

High rents and a large shortage of affordable housing have displaced people from their homes in the region, and more than half of homeless adults in a recent count said they were homeless for the first time.

US President Donald Trump, who was in California last month for a series of fundraising campaigns as part of his re-election campaign in 2020, criticized the homelessness problem in the larger democratic bastions. cities of the country. California

California Governor Gavin Newsom, along with the mayors of Los Angeles and San Francisco, have asked Trump for federal funding to expand their programs to provide a stable living environment for homeless people.

I am ready to stand trial if my security is guaranteed - Nnamdi Kanu tells Court

Nnamdi KANU in Court /Emm.ng

The leader of the indigenous people of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, told the Federal Supreme Court in Abuja on Thursday (October 31st) that he was prepared to stand trial if the court guaranteed his safety.


Kanu told the presiding judge, Judge Binta Nyako, through his lawyer, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, that the request for the return of the head of IPOB's bail to face his trial had been filed. the 1st of April.

"We have a bail application filed on April 1, 2019, the application was submitted to the prosecution and was torn up for your hearing. We urge the court to re-establish ties because it will guarantee her safety when she returns home to continue her trial, "he said.


For his part, the federal government lawyer, Labaran Shuaibu, told the court that he was only following the procedure in place of the application. Shuaibu urged the court to postpone the case to allow them to present the necessary processes.

In rendering his decision, Judge Nyako, who postponed the case to 16 January, stated that the only way to guarantee Kanu's safety was to keep him in prison. She said that even judges are no longer safe in the country.

"Even the judges are kidnapped in the country. Prison is the only safe place for him, "he said.

Judge Nyako ordered the arrest of the head of the IPOB, Kanu. The judge made the order in a decision after canceling the bond given to Kanu. He explained that the court had made the order because Kanu did not appear in court after being released on bail in April 2017.


The judge also ordered that the trial be continued in the absence of the IPOB leader and that an arrest warrant be issued against him. On April 25, 2017, Judge Nyako granted Kanu's bail for health reasons and asked him to submit three guarantees, one of which was to be a deputy senator, a Jewish religious leader, and a highly respected person who was to : Owning a property in Abuja.


The judge warned the leader of the IPOB not to give interviews to the press, make demonstrations or attend a meeting of more than 10 people while he was on bail. She had also warned him that the bond would be revoked if he did not meet any of the conditions.