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Jailed Nollywood actress seeks bail, heads for Supreme Court
The Court of Appeal in Lagos on Thursday fixed April 7 to hear a bail application by Nollywood actress, Ibinabo Fiberisima, who was jailed five years for manslaughter.
Ibinabo was sentenced by Justice Deborah Oluwayemi of a Lagos High Court, for reckless driving and causing death.
She was alleged to have recklessly driven a car which resulted into an accident along the Lekki-Epe expressway, Lagos, causing the death of one Giwa Suraj.
The deceased was said to be a staff of a Lagos State government hospital.
On Thursday, Counsel to the appellant, Mr Nnaemeka Amaechina, informed the appellate court of an application dated March 14 adding that same had been served on the respondent, (Lagos State Government).
The court, presided by Justice UI Ndukwe-Anyanwu, noted that in the processes before the court the applicant failed to attach copies of the court’s judgment, affirming the jail term handed by the lower court.
The application was, however, adjourned to April 7, to enable the appellant regularise the processes.
Meanwhile, Ibinabo has asked the Supreme Court to set aside the judgement of the lower court.
In her Notice of Appeal, the appellant stated that the Court of Appeal erred in law when it affirmed the Lagos High Court’s judgment.
The appellant further stated that the Court of Appeal erred in law when it affirmed the High Court’s interference with the exercise of discretion by the trial Magistrate’s court.
She added that the judgment of the Court of Appeal was unreasonable and cannot be supported having regard to the evidence adduced before the court.
In a six paragraph affidavit of urgency deposed to by one Victor Eden, the deponent averred that Ibinabo was currently recovering from a surgery in which a tumour was expelled from her breast.
It will be recalled that the trial Magistrate had earlier given the appellant an option of N100,000 fine for the offence.
This judgment was, however, overturned by the High Court, which replaced the option of fine with a five-year jail term.
Dissatisfied, Fiberesima had filed an appeal through her lawyer, urging the court to set aside the five- year sentence.
The appellate court, however, on March 11, dismissed Fiberisima’s appeal and affirmed the decision of the Lagos High Court. (NAN)
Investigations by Nigerian Concord Newspaper reveal that the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council, Mr. Pius Akutah, has allegedly misappropriated public funds for a lavish lifestyle.
According to our findings, within months of assuming office, Akutah allegedly purchased a bulletproof SUV valued at approximately N850 million. In addition, he is reported to have acquired over twenty exotic SUVs for use as a convoy.
Akutah is also said to have acquired multiple high-value properties, including three in Abuja’s Maitama and Asokoro districts worth over N2 billion, and two in Lagos’ Banana Island valued at N1.8 billion. These acquisitions appear far beyond the scope of his official salary and allowances.
Further investigation suggests that Akutah may be using public funds to support political ambitions, including allegedly grooming militants across 23 local government areas in Benue State for a potential 2027 gubernatorial bid.
Staff of the Shippers Council reportedly claim that Akutah frequently accesses the council’s treasury without proper authorization. Some insiders have indicated that a petition will soon be filed with the EFCC, ICPC, and the Presidency to report his alleged misconduct.
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Investigations by Nigerian Concord Newspaper reveal that the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council, Mr. Pius Akutah, has allegedly misappropriated public funds for a lavish lifestyle.
According to our findings, within months of assuming office, Akutah allegedly purchased a bulletproof SUV valued at approximately N850 million. In addition, he is reported to have acquired over twenty exotic SUVs for use as a convoy.
Akutah is also said to have acquired multiple high-value properties, including three in Abuja’s Maitama and Asokoro districts worth over N2 billion, and two in Lagos’ Banana Island valued at N1.8 billion. These acquisitions appear far beyond the scope of his official salary and allowances.
Further investigation suggests that Akutah may be using public funds to support political ambitions, including allegedly grooming militants across 23 local government areas in Benue State for a potential 2027 gubernatorial bid.
Staff of the Shippers Council reportedly claim that Akutah frequently accesses the council’s treasury without proper authorization. Some insiders have indicated that a petition will soon be filed with the EFCC, ICPC, and the Presidency to report his alleged misconduct.
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I am writing to felicitate with Your Excellency, Atku Abubakar, GCON, former Vice-President of Nigeria (Zege Mule u Tiv & Wazirin Adamawa)
on the occasion of your 79th birthday anniversary.
I join your teeming admirers globally in celebrating you on this special day, an adorable Statesman and my Boss.
I recall with nostalgia, how countless generations have benefited from your generosity, wealth of experience and benevolence including being my key benefactor even as a young lawyer for my professional success.
Your Excellency, may your special day be filled with grandeur befitting your illustrious career.
I wish you continued success, prosperity, and an unending stream of accolades.
It takes a remarkable kind of fortitude to remain active in public life well into one’s golden years. Your dedication and patriotism remain truly exceptional.
May you enjoy a day of reflection on your many years of fruitful service to humanity. It is my prayer that God Almighty grants you many more healthy, fruitful, and fulfilling years ahead, and continues to endow you with wisdom, strength, and the grace to keep contributing to our nation-building.
Happy Birthday, Your Excellency.
Michael Kaase Aondoakaa SAN.
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice
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