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Court adjourns Naira Marley’s case over alleged cyber crime

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A Federal High Court in Lagos on Monday further adjourned until November 13 and 30, continuation of trial of Nigerian singer Azeez Fashola a.k.a Naira Marley charged with cyber crime.

Justice Nicholas Oweibo adjourned the case following absence of the defendant from court. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is prosecuting the defendant on charges bordering on cyber crime.

The anti-graft agency preferred the charges on May 14, 2019. Fashola, who sang the popular song: “Am I a yahoo boy”, was consequently, arraigned on May 20, 2019 before Justice Nicholas Oweibo, but he pleaded not guilty.

The court had accordingly, granted him bail in the sum of two million naira, with two sureties in like sum. Trial has since commenced in the case and still ongoing. On October 6, Justice Oweibo had issued a warrant for production of the defendant, following his absence from trial on the last date.

Oweibo’s order, followed an application for production warrant by the prosecution, Bilikisu Buhari. NAN recalls that the police in Lagos had detained Naira Marley and his associate, Sam Larry, in connection with death of Nigerian artiste, Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as “Mohbad”.

When the case was called on Monday, Olalekan Ojo (SAN) informed the court that the defendant is still clearly absent from his trial, inspite of the court’s order for his production. In response, the prosecutor told the court that although she had prayed the court for a production warrant of the defendant, he is still absent .

“My lord, at the last adjourned date, we prayed for a production warrant and the court granted same, however, the defendant is still not produced.

“We pray for a further date in order to follow up with the police,” she said.

The court consequently, adjourned the case until November 13 and 30 for continuation of trial. According to the EFCC, the defendant committed the offences on different dates between November 26, 2018 and December 11, 2018, as well as May 10, 2019.

The commission alleged that Fashola and his accomplices conspired to use different Access Bank ATM cards to defraud their victims. It alleged that the defendant used a bank credit card issued to another person, in a bid to obtain fraudulent financial gains.

The EFCC also said that the defendant possessed counterfeit credit cards belonging to different people, with intent to defraud which amounted to theft. The alleged offences contravene the provisions of Sections 1 23 (1) (b), 27 (1) and 33(9) of Cyber Crime (Prohibition) Prevention Act, 2015.

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‘Thank you for keeping me since 1942’ — Mama Rainbow writes God

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Idowu Phillips, the ace Nigerian actress better known as Mama Rainbow, has penned an open letter of gratitude to God.

The veteran recently took to her Instagram page to share the heartfelt letter alongside footage from her 82nd birthday photoshoot in October.

In the letter, Mama Rainbow appreciated God for her life, acknowledging His guidance and protection since her birth in 1942.

“Dear Heavenly Father, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude and humility. Thank You for saving my life and guiding me through every moment since 1942 until this very day,” she wrote.

Mama Rainbow also expressed gratitude to God for His unwavering presence, love, and mercy, which have sustained her through every trial and triumph.

“Your grace, love, and mercy have sustained me through every trial and triumph. Thank You, Father, for Your unwavering presence, for lifting me when I was weak, and for blessing me with the strength to keep moving forward. I am forever grateful for Your protection and faithfulness,” she added.

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Tacha announces relocation to UK

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November 26, 2024 12:35 pm

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Tacha Akide, the former Big Brother Naija (BBN) housemate, has announced that she is relocating to the United Kingdom.

In a post via X on Monday, the reality TV star sought divine guidance as she embarks on the new journey, saying: “Relocating to the UK. So help me God”.

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Although the reason behind her relocation remains undisclosed, Tacha will join the growing list of Nigerian celebrities who have made the move abroad.

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Tope Adebayo speaks on his ‘best director’ win at BON Awards

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November 26, 2024 9:29 am

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Tope Adebayo, the Nigerian filmmaker and actor, has expressed excitement about winning the ‘best director’ category at the 2024 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards.

The annual award ceremony was held on Sunday, November 24, at the Sugar Factory Film Studios in Ilorin, Kwara.

Tope was awarded for his outstanding work on Femi Adebayo’s epic film, ‘Jagun Jagun: The Warrior’.

His win was part of a successful night for ‘Jagun Jagun: The Warrior’ which clinched six categories.

Speaking with TheCable Lifestyle at the event, Tope, Femi’s younger brother, described the win as a “big surprise”.

The movie director revealed he was not too hopeful about receiving the award. He said despite having high expectations for a long time, he was thrilled that his hard work finally paid off.

“I feel so excited because I’ve been expecting this for a very long time. I do not know why it was this delayed but thank God finally that I did it,” he said.

“Not really because you know I was hoping I could not get it. So today I was just in between, I was not really sure of it. When my name was called, I did not even know what to say. It came as a surprise, big surprise.”

‘Jagun Jagun: The Warrior’ won awards for ‘Best Actor’, ‘Best Costume’, ‘Best Indigenous Film’, ‘Best Production Design’, ‘Best Director’, and ‘Best Special Effect’.

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