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New Naira notes: Court grant Emefiele N300m bail
New Naira notes: Court grant Emefiele N300m bail
By Francesca Hangeior
Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Godwin Emefiele has been granted a N300million bail following his arraignment on a four-count charge of printing new naira notes without observing due process.
Emefiele pleaded not guilty when the charge brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was read.
The ex-Governor of the CBN is the sole defendant in the charge before Justice Maryanne Anenih of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Maitama.
Other conditions attached to the bail include that he should produce two sureties who must each possess titled property within the Maitama area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Justice Anenih ordered the defendant to deposit his travel documents with the court and should not travel outside the country without the permission of the court.
The judge adopted the conditions attached to a similar bail earlier granted Emefiele by Justice Hamza Muazu (another judge of the High Court of the FCT), before whom he is being tried on another criminal case.
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Justice Anenih said it would suffice if Emefiele was able to produce the certified true copies (CTCs) of the documents he submitted in fulfilment of the bail earlier granted by Justice Muazu.
She adjourned till May 28 for the commencement of trial.
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Shipping firm offer US citizens four- year trip to avoid Trump’s 2nd term
A Florida-based cruise company, Villa Vie Residences, is offering Americans an unconventional way to “escape” from Donald Trump’s second term as United States President.
The Independent reported on Monday that the company has unveiled its Tour La Vie programme, allowing passengers to embark on a global adventure spanning four years, visiting over 140 countries without stepping foot in the US.
The Villa Vie Odyssey offers several package options, including a one-year “Escape from Reality” cruise, a two-year “Mid-Term Selection” voyage, a three-year “Everywhere but Home” option, and the four-year “Skip Forward” trip.
The founder and CEO of Villa Vie Residences, Mikael Petterson, explained that the program was not politically motivated but aimed at providing an escape for those feeling unsettled.
“We came up with this marketing campaign before we even knew who would win. Regardless of who would have won, you would have half of the population upset,” Petterson told Newsweek.
He added, “Quite frankly, we don’t have a political view one way or the other. We just wanted to give people who feel threatened to have a way to get out.”
Sky News quoted the founder as saying, “If you’re looking for an escape… there is no better place than on a ship, right, where you can wake up every day to a new backyard and get everything you need taken care of.”
Passengers will enjoy amenities including food, drinks, WiFi, medical visits, weekly housekeeping, and bi-weekly laundry services.
Prices start at just under $40,000 per year, with a full four-year journey costing up to $320,000 for a double-occupancy cabin. Alcohol is included at dinner, though other drinks incur extra charges.
Sky News reports that the ship, which accommodates up to 600 residents, is already sailing and allows guests to join at various ports.
It was also reported that recently, the Villa Vie Odyssey faced a four-month delay in Belfast due to necessary repairs.
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Galatasaray technical director opens up on nature of Osimhen’s contract
Galatasaray technical director Okan Buruk has confirmed the presence of a clause in Napoli’s Victor Osimhen loan deal.
Buruk explains that the January clause in Victor Osimhen’s contract allows the player to explore opportunities with various interested clubs during the January transfer window.
This statement came during an interview on the official website of the Turkish champions, where Buruk discussed various topics related to the team.
During the interview, Buruk explained that Osimhen would like to stay at Galatasaray until the end of the season.
He noted that although there is a transfer clause in force, the player has expressed his intention to stay at the club, which he reiterated from the beginning of his arrival.
He stated, “Osimhen wants to stay here until the season is over and he has said this consistently. Although there is a clause regarding January transfers, ultimately it is the player’s decision and he feels committed to staying.”
Reflecting on how the club secured Osimhen’s services, Buruk shared: “I traveled to Milan when I had the chance. Because I lived there for three years, I feel comfortable there. We didn’t talk about football during my visit; instead, we enjoyed dinner together for two days, which helped foster a good relationship. After a match against Adana Demirspor, we had a video call at the airport to discuss the options, and after careful consultation with our transfer committee and the president, we completed the transfer.”
Osimhen joined Galatasaray on the final day of the summer transfer window after negotiations with Chelsea and Al Ahly failed to materialize. He quickly adapted to his new surroundings and made significant contributions with eight goals and four assists in just nine appearances in all competitions.
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