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Self-Styled Footballer, Two Others Convicted For Cybercrime In Kwara
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin
The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of a self-styled footballer, Musa Ayomide Olasunkanmi, for offences bordering on personation and retention of proceeds of crime.
Justice Haleema Saleeman of the Kwara State High Court, sitting in Ilorin, gave the judgment while deciding on a three-count charge of fraud brought against the defendant by the anti-graft agency.
Similarly, on Friday, the anti-graft agency secured the conviction of Owolabi Bolaji Abduljeleel and Ayomide Fawas Olaoye before the same court, presided over by Justice Saleeman, for offences bordering on cybercrime.
According to the proof of evidence, Olasunkanmi, who claimed to be a footballer, retained over ₦3.4 million in his Kuda Microfinance Bank account, proceeds traced to fraudulent activities. He also obtained $500 (Five Hundred US Dollars) from one Karyn and $1,000 (One Thousand US Dollars) from one Courtney Rouse under the guise of a romantic relationship.
Specifically, Count One of the charge against Musa reads:
“That you, MUSA AYOMIDE OLASUNJANMI between January to October, 2025, in Ilorin, Kwara State within the jurisdiction of this honourable court did knowingly had under your control the sum of N3,453,000.00( Three million, four hundred and fifty three thousand naira only) in your bank account number:2048878559 with the name: AYOMIDE OLASUNKANMI MUSA domiciled with the kuda microfinance Bank Limited which you knew to be proceeds of criminal conduct and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 319(a) of the Penal Code Laws of Northern Nigeria”
The charge against Ayomide reads;
“That you, AYOMIDE FAWAS OLAOYE (Alias: Lizzy) Sometimes in June, 2025 within the judicial of the High Court, was found to have retained the control of the gross sum of N2,069,000.00 ( Two million and sixty-nine Thousand naira only) deposited in your moniepoint microfinance Bank account number 5652232444 which you knew to be proceed of criminal conduct and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 319(a) of the Penal Code”
In the same vein, the charge against Owolabi read:
“That you, OWOLABI BOLAJI ABDULJELEEL, in or about the 26th day of September 2025, in Ilorin, Kwara State state, within the jurisdiction of this honourable court, did attempt to cheat by personation, when you pretended to be ROHAN SCAILET, a white female based in United States of America, with a Facebook Business suit Account Name: ROHAN SCAILET and chatted one MATT and you thereby committed an offence contrary to section 95 of the penal code law and punishable under Section 324 of the same Penal Code Law”
Upon his plea of guilt, counsel to the EFCC, Andrew Akoja and Omolade Ajibola, reviewed the facts of the case through witnesses Olumide Olasode and Biobaku Barakat, both operatives of the Commission. They tendered the defendants’ extra-judicial statements, incriminating exhibits recovered at the point of arrest, and evidence of restitution made by the convicts.
In her judgment, Justice Saleeman sentenced Musa to four months imprisonment with an option of ₦200,000 fine on count one, six months or ₦500,000 fine on count two, and eight months or ₦500,000 fine on count three. The court also ordered the forfeiture of an iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone XS Max, Samsung S9, and the sum of $1,000 recovered from him to the Federal Government.
In the same vein, Ayomide Fawas Olaoye (alias Lizzy) was convicted for retaining ₦2,069,000 in his Moniepoint account, being proceeds of criminal conduct. He was sentenced to three months imprisonment or ₦150,000 fine on count one, six months or ₦250,000 fine on count two, and four months or ₦250,000 fine on count three. The court also ordered the forfeiture of $350, an iPhone 14 Pro Max, and a motorcycle belonging to the convict.
Justice Saleeman equally convicted Owolabi Bolaji Abduljeleel for attempting to cheat by personation after he posed as Rohan Scailet, a purported white female from the United States, and defrauded one Matt via a fake Facebook account. He was fined ₦70,000, while his iPhone XS Max and Samsung Galaxy S9 were forfeited to the Federal Government.
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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.
The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.
Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.
Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.
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JUST IN: After Primary Election Victory, Shehu Sani Visits Parents’ Graves to Offer Prayers and Express Gratitude to God
Following his victory in the party primary election, Senator Shehu Sani visited the graves of his parents to pray and give thanks to Almighty God.
The former senator described the visit as very important to him, noting that his parents played a significant role in his upbringing and in shaping his political life.
Shehu Sani prayed for Allah to forgive his parents and all deceased Muslims, while also reaffirming his commitment to continue serving the people with honesty and integrity after securing victory in the primaries.
The gesture has attracted attention from his supporters and social media users, many of whom praised his act of remembering his parents after a political success.
Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.
The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.
Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.
Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.
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