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May 30, 2022 EFCC Charge Rochas Okorocha and 6 Others Over N3.1bn Fraud
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EFCC Charge Rochas Okorocha and 6 Others Over N3.1bn Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, May 30, 2022, arraigned a former governor of Imo state, Senator Rochas Okorocha, and six others before Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on 17-count charges bordering on conspiracy, stealing, conversion of public funds and money laundering to the tune of N3,147, 000, 000( Three Billion, One hundred and Forty Seven Million Naira).

The former governor was docked alongside Anyim Nyerere (a.k.a Anyim Chinenye), Naphtali International Ltd, Perfect Finish Multi Projects Ltd, Consolid Projects Consulting Ltd, Pramif International Ltd and Legend World Concepts Ltd.

One of the counts read; “That you, Rochas Okorocha, Anyim Nyerere(a.k.a Anyim Nyerere Chinenye) and Naphtali International Ltd, on or about the 24th October, 2014, at Abuja within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court converted the sum of N900,000,000 property of Imo State Government of Nigeria transferred from the Imo State Government House Account, which you all reasonably ought to have known formed part of the proceeds of an unlawful act, to wit: stealing and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 15(2)(b) of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act 2011, (as amended) and punishable under Section 15(3) of the Same Act.

Another count read: “That You, Rochas Okorocha, Anyim Nyerere(a.k.a Anyim Nyerere Chinenye), and Perfect Finish Multi Projects Ltd, on or about 28th August, 2014, at Abuja within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court converted the sum of N486,000,000(Four Hundred and Eighty Six Million Naira), property of Imo State Government of Nigeria, transferred from the Imo State Joint State Local government Project Account, which you all reasonably ought to have known formed part of the proceeds of an unlawful act, to wit: stealing and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 15(2)(b) of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act, 2011 (as amended) and punishable under Section 15(3) of the same Act”.

The defendants pleaded “not guilty” to all the charges when they were read to them.

EFCC counsel, G. K. Latona prayed the court to set a trial date and to remand the defendants in a Correctional Centre. However, defence counsel, Oke Amaechi, SAN, for the first defendant and Daniel. M. Uzorumba for the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 7th defendants informed the court that they have filed applications for bail for all the defendants dated May 25, 2022. Latona, however, informed the court that he was served with a motion on notice of bail on May 26, 2022 and “we intend to respond; there were issues raised there concerning the office of the Attorney General of the Federation, we want to respond to that.”

Justice Ekwo remanded all the defendants in EFCC’s custody and adjourned the matter for hearing on bail application to May 31, 2022.

May 30, 2022 FC One Rockets Fire Coach Emu and His Assistant Over Poor Results
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FC One Rockets Fire Coach Emu and His Assistant Over Poor Results

NNL campaigners Fc One Rocket has terminated the appointment of it’s Head Coach Emmanuel King and his assistant Coach Edu Udousoro with immediate effect.

In a letter released today 30th May 2022 and signed by the Secretary of the club Mr Moses Ukpong, the club thanked Coach Emmanuel King and his assistant for their service to the club and wished them well in future endeavors.

 

Coach Emu as he’s popularly called replaced Coach Ndubuisi Ndah on his second stint at the club, after being promoted to the position of Technical Director initially.

The run of poor results in this season’s campaign has seen the indomitable boys sitting just a single point above the relegation zone.

 

With 8 points separating the Rockets from table toppers Rovers Fc of Calabar, the Rt (Hon) Nse Essien owned outfit have decided on a managerial change in the hope of a swift turnaround and revival of their ambition to gain promotion to the NPFL .

 

 

Coach Emmanuel King and his assistant Edu Udousoro were in charge of the team for Saturday’s 1-0 loss to Nnewi United .

May 30, 2022 2023: Pat Utomi Steps Down for Peter Obi
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2023: Pat Utomi Steps Down for Peter Obi

Presidential aspirant of the Labour Party and co-convener of the National Consultative Front (NCFront), Prof. Pat Utomi has stepped down for the former governor of Anambra state, Mr. Peter Obi to emerge the presidential candidate of Labour Party.

Utomi announced his decision on Today (Monday) during the national convention of the party.

Obi had last week resigned from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and withdrew from the presidential race.

May 25, 2022 Akwa United Land Jersey Sponsorship Deal with 1XBet
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Akwa United Land Jersey Sponsorship Deal with 1XBet

Holders of Nigeria Professional Football League title Akwa United Football Club have signed a shirt sponsorship contract with a foremost online betting company 1XBET.

The contract will see the reigning NPFL Champions advertise 1XBET products and services during its league matches, and on its social media platforms and well as crest the company’s logo on the front of its jersey in the 2022/2023 NPFL season.

Chairman of Akwa United Elder Paul Bassey and Managing Director of 1XBET in Nigeria Dr. Oluwafemi Babalola put pen to paper on behalf of both brands during the official signing and unveiling of the partnership agreement at Marriott hotel, Ikeja on the 25th May 2022 in Lagos

Dr. Femi Babalola in his speech said, 1XBet is proud to identify with a leading brand like Akwa United.

“We are delighted to partner with the champions of Nigeria Professional Football League Akwa United. As a leading betting company we only partner with the best brand”.

“Akwa United is a top club in Nigeria going by their records in the last five years and we have been following the progress of the club and we can say authoritatively that the club is growing steadily and that is the reason we are identifying with a leading brand like Akwa United”.

“We are working to achieve mutual benefits for both brands and to encourage the discovery of football talents in Nigeria”.

In his remarks the Chairman of Akwa United Elder Paul Bassey described the partnership as historic. “This is one of the greatest day in the history of Akwa United Football Club, a happy day for Nigerian football. It’s historic.

“It pleases us that 1XBet is partnering arguably the best football club in Nigeria in the last five years, Akwa United for next football season and we really appreciate this partnership.
“Let me assure us that this partnership will be beneficial and rewarding to both parties. Trust us to drive your products and services to millions of our fans around the world”.

1XBet has sponsored some top football clubs like FC Barcelona, FC Lyon, and major tournament and leagues such as Confederation of African Football CAF, Spanish La Liga and Italian Seria A among others. The company operates in 50 countries around the world and is still expanding it’s reach.

The Promise Keepers have won three major trophies in the last six years including two FA Cups, 2015 & 2017, Nigeria Professional Football League trophy 2021. The club has also played in the CAF Champions League 2021 and the CAF Confederation Cup 2016 and 2018.

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