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Jubril Fatai: Bereaved Family Of Slain Lagos Baale Of Lotu Demands Speedy Justice

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By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

The family of the Baale of the Lotu community in the Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, Chief Jubril Adebayo Fatai who was brutally killed in a land dispute, has expressed frustration over the prolonged delay in the trial of the suspects involved in the shooting.

The family renewed their call for speedy justice on Thursday, February 6, 2025 while also appealing to Lagos State Directorate of Public Prosecutions to do everything within its power to ensure that the trial is not delayed or influenced and those linked with the gruesome murder of their patriarch are smoked out and made to face justice as soon as possible.

The late chief was allegedly gunned down on July 15, 2023, in the Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos State, reportedly in the presence of his wife, Ejiro Jubril, and teenage daughter, during a land dispute.

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Media reports had earlier stated that a certain police inspector, Dikko Usman was directly involved in the matter and that the inspector was promptly dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force and charged to court for his involvement in the murder.

A report published by PUNCH Metro on August 6, 2024, revealed that an advisory signed by the DPP Deputy Director, Sunmonu Tunde, on behalf of the state Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, also named Omotola Adeboyejo and Wasiu Agbaraojo as suspects to be prosecuted for conspiracy to commit murder and murder.

The advisory read in part, “Facts in the duplicate case file reveal that one Chief Fatai Jubril Asalu was shot at on July 15, 2023, at Museyo community, Ajah, and died as a result of the gunshot injuries to the head as indicated in the Medical Cause of Death Certificate dated August 23, 2023, issued by one Dr. O.O. Onayemi, Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja.

Despite the detailed DPP advisory and court charges listing the suspects, the family expressed frustration over the lack of progress in the case, blaming the DPP for the delay.

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The grieving family added, “The case has been stuck in the magistrate court for nearly a year. We understand that only the DPP can transfer it to the high court for a proper hearing. We’ve been pursuing this matter since last year.

“We initially postponed the burial, hoping to get justice first. However, due to the prolonged delay, we had to proceed with the burial in December 2024, especially since the hospital we used has now been converted into a Federal Medical Centre.

“We faced numerous challenges before securing a burial warrant. The case has been left stagnant at the magistrate court, which claimed it was waiting for the DPP. According to our lawyer, only the DPP can instruct the court to transfer the case to the high court.

A family source confirmed that the family feared the brutal murder of the Lotu chief might be overlooked, urging both the public and authorities in the state justice department to step in and ensure justice is served.

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He said, “We are afraid this matter will soon be forgotten. My brother was killed in broad daylight, in front of his wife and teenage daughter. What’s stopping them from moving the case to the high court?”

It is recalled that in July 2023, in a rare show of solidarity with the family of the deceased, members of the community including youths, elderly women and men led a protest rally, blocking major arteries of the Ibeju-Lekki express road and bearing placards with different inscriptions such as ‘We want Justice for Asalu,’ I cry for Help.”

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CBN announces revised documentation requirements for PAPSS transactions

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a revised documentation requirement for transactions conducted through the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) in Nigeria.

This was disclosed in a statement issued by the apex bank’s acting Director, Corporate Communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi Ali

The CBN said the new initiative is part of its ongoing commitment to foster seamless intra-African trade, financial inclusion, and operational efficiency for Nigerians engaging in cross-border payments within Africa.

Launched by Afreximbank in partnership with the African Union and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) secretariat in January 2022, PAPSS serves as a centralized payment and settlement platform that enables instant, secure, and efficient cross-border transactions throughout Africa.

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By facilitating payments in local currencies, PAPSS minimizes reliance on third-party currencies, reduces transaction costs, and supports the rapid expansion of trade under the AfCFTA.

In a recent circular referenced TED/FEM/PUB/FPC/001/006 issued on April 28, 2025, CBN outlined the key changes to the documentation requirements associated with PAPSS transactions.

The key changes it added take effect immediately and include simplified documentation for low-value transactions, which allows customers to now use basic KYC and AML documents provided to their authorized dealer banks for low-value transactions of up to $2,000 and $5,000 equivalent in naira for individuals and corporate bodies, respectively.

“For transactions above the thresholds, all documentation as stipulated in the CBN foreign exchange manual and related circulars remains mandatory,” the bank said.

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Also, the CBN added that applicants are responsible for ensuring all regulatory documents are available to facilitate the clearance of goods, as required by relevant government agencies.

“Authorized dealer banks may now source foreign exchange for PAPSS settlements through the Nigerian foreign exchange market, without recourse to the CBN.

“All export proceeds repatriated via PAPSS shall be certified by the relevant processing banks.

“The Central Bank of Nigeria urges all banks to adopt PAPSS and commence originating transactions in line with this new policy.

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“In addition, CBN encourages exporters, importers, and individuals to familiarize themselves with the new requirements and leverage PAPSS for cross-border transactions within Africa,” the statement said.

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Reps Set Stage for Nigeria’s First Legislative Conference on Renewable Energy

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By Gloria Ikibah

The House of Representatives is set to host the country’s first National Legislative Conference on Renewable Energy, aimed at driving new laws, attracting investment, and pushing Nigeria further along its energy transition journey.

This was revealed during a press briefing by the Chairman, House Committee on Renewable Energy, Rep. Afam Victor Ogene, who described the event as a turning point for energy legislation in Nigeria.

He said: “The conference aims at bringing together key stakeholders and industry players to discuss renewable energy legislations, energy transition, renewable energy financing, investment opportunities and related matters.

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“It’s about developing a national legislative framework on renewable energy”.

The conference, which is being organised  by the House Committee on Renewable Energy in partnership with the Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), will take place under the UNDP Parliamentary Development Program.

Rep. Ogene noted that recent legal reforms have created space for state governments to play a more active role in Nigeria’s power sector. He pointed to the Fifth Alteration Bill 2022 (No.33), now signed into law, which allows states to legislate on electricity matters within the national grid. Before now, states could only act on off-grid power.

In addition, he highlighted the Electricity Act of 2023, which came into effect in February 2024.

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“It permits states to issue licenses for all electricity activities – generation, transmission and distribution across the entire power sector value chain,” he said.

The Committee Chairman further stated that the new National Integrated Electricity Policy, expected in 2025, will guide states in forming new electricity markets, where solar power and other renewable sources will be key to reaching underserved communities.

Ogene explained, “The conference has three clear objectives:

“To promote dialogue among legislators, experts and stakeholders on critical legislative priorities.

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“To establish a coordinated platform for federal and state lawmakers, and to produce a clear, time-bound legislative action plan.

“International partners are also on board. The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) will participate, and parliaments from South Africa, Ghana and Gambia have confirmed attendance. Ghana is sending a three-man delegation led by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Alban Kingsford Bagbin”.

In another major highlight, the Netherlands-based platform INCLUDE will host a Pan-African Legislative Dialogue session on renewable energy, to be chaired by the Hon. Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen.

“The session will focus on how to establish a unified legislative framework on renewable energy development, investment and financing.

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“The time has come for us to act. This is not just another conference – it is the foundation of Nigeria’s renewable energy future”, Ogene added.

Expected outcomes from the conference include new policy and legislative reform proposals to boost renewable energy use, as well as draft laws that will encourage public and private sector investment.

Other goals are to enhance collaboration between federal and state lawmakers, raise public awareness, and roll out a practical roadmap for implementation and progress tracking.

The event will also feature a technology showcase of renewable energy innovations and business opportunities.

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Alleged money laundering: EFCC produces Aisha Achimugu in court

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By Francesca Hangeior

The operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Wednesday, arrived at the Federal High Court in Abuja with the businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu, as ordered by the court.

Achimugu, who was sandwiched by two female EFCC officers, arrived in court at about 11:35 am.

It could be recalled that Justice Inyang Ekwo had, on Monday, ordered the industrialist, alleged to have fled the country, to honour the invitation by the anti-graft agency on Tuesday at noon.

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Justice Ekwo, who gave the order in a short ruling, also ordered the EFCC, upon the appearance of Achimugu at its office, to return with her to court on Wednesday for a report.

Achimugu was, however, said to have been arrested by the EFCC’s operatives on her arrival abroad at about 5 am and kept in custody.

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