Nigeria, UK Sign MoU On
Return Of Stolen Assets
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The Federal Government has signed a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
with the British Government on the
modalities for the return of Nigerian
stolen assets.
The Attorney-General of the Federation
and Minister of Justice, Mr Abubakar
Malami, signed on behalf of the Federal
Government in Abuja on Tuesday.
Malami said that the MoU reflected the
desire and willingness of both countries
to continue cooperation and mutual
support.
He said that this was in the responsible
and transparent return of all recovered
assets.
The minister outlined the objectives of
the MoU to include the fact that the
processes of returning stolen assets was
a partnership recognising the interest of
both countries and based on mutual
understanding, confidence and trust.
“That both countries recognised that they
have a mutual interest in ensuring that
returned assets are not at risk of being
misappropriated again.
“And that both countries recognised they
have obligations toward their own
citizens for providing such assurances.
“That both countries recognised the
importance of ensuring that the highest
possible standard of transparency and
accountability are applied for the return
of assets,” Malami stated.
He assured the international community
that all funds
recovered would be judiciously utilised
for projects that would benefit the
poorest segment of the Nigerian society.
Earlier, leader of the UK delegation,
British Minister of State for Immigration,
Robert Goodwill, said that the MoU
provided the mechanism by which
monies could be returned.
Goodwill, who is also a member of the
British Parliament, noted that there was
no safe place for stolen assets in the UK.
“Our ability to recover and return stolen
assets should send a clear message to
all who may seek to harbour such assets
that there is no safe haven in the UK,” he
said.
According to him, the British government
was committed to the return of all funds
looted from the Nigerian State.
“We are keen to do this as soon as the
necessary legal process allow.
“As outlined at the summit, we will be
taking steps to accelerate the
procedures for identification and
confiscation of illegally acquired assets,”
Goodwill added.
He said that his country was as
committed as Nigeria in ensuring that
beneficial ownership of assets was made
available to relevant authorities so they
know who the real owners of assets held
in the UK are.
“Forty jurisdictions, including British
Overseas Territories and Crown
Dependencies announced that they will
automatically share beneficial ownership
information relating to companies, trusts,
foundations,
Shell companies and other relevant
entities and legal arrangements.
“It is important that everyone can see
how returned assets are used to benefit
Nigerians. We have therefore agreed in
this MoU to be fully transparent about
this,” he added.
The signing of the MoU is a follow up to
the agreement reached at the London
anti-corruption summit in May.

YOUTHS ATTACK PRIEST.

A tragic incident took place yesterday as Youths of Obubo community in Anambra
State attacked a Priest, Rev. Father Fidelis Ifeanyichukwu Ugozo of the St. Raphael’s Catholic Church in Ugbenu, Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State, beating him to a state of coma.
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The rampaging youths led by their leader, Gabriel Ikegbunam are said to be Idol
worshipers. According to Anambra Broadcasting Service, (ABS),the priest and some of his followers were carrying out a rosary
procession around some of the villages when they were stopped by one of the youth leaders in the village, Gabriel Ikegbunam, who felt the clergy man and his followers were out to burn down their deity. Mr. Ikegbunem insisted that they will not enter his village, and when they overpowered him, he started making contacts, calling some youths from the village to attack the priest and others who
were mainly women and children.
The Catholic priest who was severely beaten and stabbed in the face was rushed to an undisclosed hospital in Ebenebe after the attack but was later
transferred to St. Joseph’s hospital, Adazi Ani by the Ebenebe Deanery Chaplain. A former catechist at St. Raphael’s parish
Ugbenu, Cletus Nwankwo, said Obubo village is known
for adulterous acts, adding that the youths suspected that the Rosary procession was aimed at destroying their deity shrine.
“They moved from Agueke village to Obiagu and decided to branch at Obubo before Ikegbunam blocked them and in the process, he called some of them and
told them that Catholics are coming to burn their shrine. Soon the youths trooped out, wielding dangerous weapons such as axe, gun and machetes.
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“They grabbed the Blessed Sacrament from our Parish Priest, hit it on the floor and used the Monstrance to hit our Parish
priest on his hand before stabbing him on the face and other parts of the body” he said.
The Traditional ruler of Ugbenu town, Igwe Lawrence Egwuonu, while speaking to newsmen said his wife, Lolo Egwuonwu
was also beaten by the youths, stating that Gabriel Ikegbunam, Israel Egwu and two
others stormed his palace before the incident occurred to complain that their shrine and other sacred symbols were burnt by Christians.
“After investigation, I discovered that they were all liars. None of their shrines were burnt and I can defend it anywhere. “It was Ikegbunam that incited others to
attack the priest and other Christians. “Their greatest mistake was touching the priest and destroying the Blessed
Sacrament. It is a sacrilege and they will pay for it,” he said.
Two amongst the rampaging youths, Anthony Anigbogu and Humphrey Ekwenye, have been reprimanded and are
currently in the custody of the State CID, Awka, while other accomplices are still at large.www.facebook.com

COMMISSIONERS SENT PACKING IN RIVERS STATE

Wike suspends 4 commissioners, others
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Gov. Nyesom Wike of Rivers on
Wednesday suspended four commissioners, Head
of Service and Special Adviser on Lands for three
months.
Special Assistant to the Governor on Electronic
Media Simeon Nwakaudu, announced this in a
statement in Port Harcourt.
The governor did not, however, state the reason
for the suspension in the statement.
According to Nwakaudu, the affected
commissioners are Dr John Bazia, Chieftaincy
Affairs, Mrs Tonye Briggs-Oniyide; Culture and
Tourism, Fred Kpakol; Finance and Mr Boma
Iyaye; Sports.
He said the Head of Service, Mr Rufus Godwin
and Mr Anugbun Onuoha, Special Adviser on
Lands were also affected by the suspension.
(NAN)nannewsnigeria.com

Whereabout of Chibok girls revealed.

Breaking:''Mama Boko Haram” Reveals
Whereabouts of Chibok Girls
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Aisha Alkali Wakil also known as “Mama
Boko Haram” has announced that the
dreaded Boko Haram terrorist group is
now ready for peace.
She also stated that the group might
make an announcement on the
whereabouts of the kidnapped Chibok
school girls within the next 24 hours.
“Since I came back, I have been on their
neck, They have now agreed to come out
and discuss with the government and
bring back the girls”.
“I am for the Chibok girls and all the
captives. They are ready for peace. This
is what they told me.
“I think they might post some information
on YouTube within 24 hours,” She said.

President Impeached

President Dilma Rouseff has been impeached.

POLICE BEGINS ARREST OF INDICTED PEOPLE.

HARDEN LOOTERS IN TROUBLE
AS GOV. ORTOM COMMERNCES THE RECOVERY OF
THE ALEDGED NI07 BILLION  LOOT BY THE FORMER GOV.
AND HIS CABINET MEMBERS.9 looters now in police custody.



The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,  EFCC, in conjunction with Nigeria Police have started the process of the recovery of the N107 billion looted from Benue State treasury by 52 individuals and 10 corporate organisations in the last administration with the arrest of nine persons.

The nine persons who were indicted by the Justice Elizabeth Kpojime Commission of Inquiry were arrested and detained at the State Police headquarters, Makurdi before being taken to the force headquarters Abuja for further investigation and subsequent prosecution.

Judiciary and crime correspondent, Richard Uleve, reports that those arrested are the former Special Adviser to the former Governor, Bureau of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Prince Solomon Wombo, former permanent secretary of the Bureau, Mr Asen Sambe, and the accountant during their time, Mr. Isaiah Ipevnor.

Others are Janet Aluga, Moses Detso, Peter Ochoga, James Gera, Aroga Emmanuel and former legal adviser of the Benue Investment and Property Company, BIPC, Mr John Tyokegh.

The State Commissioner of Police, Mr Bashir Makama, who confirmed the arrest explained that the it was effected by the Police from the force headquarters in Abuja.

Mr Wombo reported himself to the police at the force headquarters in Abuja and is currently being detained there.

The police officer who spoke on condition of anonymity said one of those indicted by the Kpojime Commission, Mr Richard Gbande, escaped when Police went to arrest him but that his two cars were impounded.

He revealed that large amounts of money and ammunition were recovered from the houses of some of those arrested.

Reacting to the development, the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Michael Gusa,  who also confirmed the arrests stated that the Governor Ortom administration would do everything legally possible to recover the looted funds.

He assured the people of the state that after the recovery of the money, it would be channelled towards the development of the state as well as the clearing of all salaries and other entitlements owed workers and pensioners.radiobenue.live.com

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