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 Court Set Free Kano Businessman, Satellite Company Accused of Fraud, Faults EFCC

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By Abdulgafar Oladimeji.

A federal high court sitting in Kano has discharged and acquitted a Kano businessman, Tope Samuel, and Sky TV Global  Media limited all arraigned on alleged charges of fraudulent practices.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC in suit No FHC/KN/CR/137/2014, in  November 2014  dragged the defendants before the court for providing electronic communication services to subscribers without obtaining the full names, residential and corporate address of their clients.

The prosecution further alleged that the defendants possess satellites, dongles, routers, mini receivers, inverters,  sim cards, and equipment used to illegally access communication signals from MultiChoice Nigeria limited.

The prosecution told the court that the defendants acted in a manner that also contradicts the provisions of section  20 of the copyright acts cap C28 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria.

Further, five prosecution witnesses testified against the defendants in the matter.

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The defendants led by Barrister U.U Eteng denied the allegations levied by the prosecution, arguing that the defendants were licensed by CAC to engage in the importation of free to air satellite decoders.

The defendants were legally certified to also sale and distribute  Pay-TV cards and installation services, the court heard.

The presiding judge, justice Zubairu Abubakar handed that the prosecution failed to establish the offense slammed against the defendants beyond a reasonable doubt.

The court stated that Sky TV Global limited is an entity registered with CAC with an MoU, adding that the equipment tendered in exhibit tendered before the court by the prosecution were those been used by the company to conduct its day to day business activities.

The court said “ the prosecution in my view failed to prove the charge against the defendants beyond a reasonable doubt.

“consequently the defendants are hereby discharged and acquitted of the charge.” Justice Zubairu stated.

 

 

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President Tinubu Promotes Acting Chief Of Army staff To Lieutenant General

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President Bola Tinubu has officially promoted Olufemi Oluyede, the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS), to the rank of Lieutenant General.

This announcement, confirmed by sources at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday, has sparked speculation regarding a potential future appointment as the permanent head of the army.

Oluyede, who was previously a Major General, stepped into the role of acting army chief following the illness of former Army Chief Taoreed Lagbaja.

NIGERIAN TRACKER learned that since the return to civilian rule in 1999, the tradition is that the Chief of Army Staff wears the rank of a three-star general, while the Chief of Defence Staff wears the rank of a four-star general from whichever section of the armed forces he comes from.

The second Army General to wear the rank of a four-star General who did not also serve as Head of State was General Alexander Ogomudia in 2003 when he was promoted by Former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

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Sultan of Sokoto Urges Nigerians to Stop Criticizing Leaders and Allow God to Deal With Them

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Nigerians have been urged to desist from castigating their leaders and all those in authority.

This call was made to Nigerians by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III on Monday at the the Regional Conference on Climate Change-Induced Conflicts in Northern Nigeria hosted in Kaduna.

According to the Sultan, it is important that Nigerians rather than insult their leaders, they should allow God to really with them.

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He also urgee Nigerians to contibue praying for their keaders and tne nation as a whole.

He further called on religious leadera accros Nigeria to quit misleadinh members of ghwir congregation.

“A lot of people say we have never had it so bad, but no matter how difficult it is, ease will come. We believe nothing lasts forever.

“Nothing bad and nothing good lasts forever. Let us intensify prayers in our congregations and encourage our followers to pray for our leaders.

“We will not castigate them; we will allow Almighty Allah to deal with them as He wishes and He will,” the Sultan notes.

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Arewa APC Merger Group Hails President Tinubu for Release of Detained minors

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The Arewa APC Merger Group has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his swift and compassionate response in ordering the release of detained minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests.

In a statement signed by National Coordinator Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa in Abuja, the group expressed gratitude for the President’s decisive action, which has brought renewed hope to many Nigerians.

The group commended President Tinubu for showing strong leadership on the issue, noting that his actions demonstrate a commitment to justice and the well-being of Nigeria’s youth.

They emphasized that this move reassures citizens of the President’s dedication to fairness and the protection of human rights under his administration.

The release order from President Tinubu came after the Arewa APC Merger Group took substantial steps to advocate for the detained children.

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In response to reports of mistreatment, including allegations of malnutrition and poor conditions, the group provided essential food and support to the minors both at the Federal High Court in Abuja and while in custody.

This effort underscored the group’s commitment to the welfare of young Nigerians and their resolve to seek justice.

Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa stated that the group is encouraged by the President’s response and considers it a positive signal of his administration’s commitment to addressing national issues with compassion and responsibility.

The Arewa APC Merger Group remains hopeful that this action will set a precedent for prioritizing the rights and well-being of Nigeria’s youth across the country.

President Tinubu’s decision to release the children reflects his administration’s acknowledgment of the calls from various stakeholders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of young Nigerians.

The Arewa APC Merger Group expressed their appreciation for this significant step, which they believe will strengthen public confidence in the government’s dedication to the rights of all citizens.

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