In a significant legal development, the Inspector General of Police brings charges against Maged Ali Ta’an, the Managing Director/CEO of Alibert Products Nigeria Limited, and employee Mustapha Tiamiyu, in the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Kano Judicial Division.
Counts of Offences:
Arson Conspiracy:
Maged Ali Ta’an allegedly conspired with Mustapha Tiamiyu to commit arson at No. 5C Murtala Muhammed Way, Kano, on or before December 20, 2021, aiming to damage the property for fraudulent insurance purposes. This contravenes section 3(6) of the Miscellaneous Offences Act.
Willful Arson for Insurance Claim:
Both defendants, identified as the CEO of Alibert Products Nigeria Limited and an employee, are accused of willfully and maliciously setting fire to the building at No. 5C Murtala Muhammed Way, Kano. The act was allegedly orchestrated to support a fraudulent insurance claim, violating section 4(a) of the Miscellaneous Offences Act.
Tampering with Electric Infrastructure:
Maged Ali Ta’an is charged with attempting to tamper with electric cables, wires, and transformers at the same property on December 20, 2021. The alleged intent was to distort facts and facilitate a fraudulent insurance claim, breaching section 1(19)(a) of the Miscellaneous Offences Act.
Legal Proceedings: The charges were filed on May 12, 2023, marking a pivotal moment in the legal landscape. The accused are set to appear before the Federal High Court in the Kano Judicial Division.
This case raises questions about corporate accountability and the alleged involvement of high-ranking executives in criminal activities. The court proceedings are anticipated to shed light on the intricacies of the charges and the evidence supporting the accusations against the defendants
