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Bobrisky: Finally VDM opens up before lawmakers with iron cast evidence

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2 months ago

September 30, 2024

Controversial Nigerian blogger, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan has now testified before the House of Representatives panel investigating bribery allegations against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) on Monday.

Earlier he had vowed not to say anything because crossdresser, Bobrisky was absent.

He finally addressed the panel after persuasions from his legal counsel, Deji Adeyanju.

Narrating how he got hold of the leaked audio, Very Dark Man said:

“Now, in the video I posted online, I explained everything. For the people that saw the video, it was well detailed and well explained. How I got hold of that recording is as a result of Bobrisky blackmailing somebody who owes money.

“So, according to the story and the evidence, that’s a proof of chat that was sent to me. The person who borrowed Bobrisky, 4 million Naira, when he was in the EFCC detention or rather in the private apartment lodge. The person gave him the money on the 19th of June 2024. 4 million Naira. It was transferred to this account number, 0496-411-279. Abiola Okuneye.

“And as you know, Bobrisky name is Okuneye. So, apparently, it’s his brother’s account. So, when it was time to get the money back, according to the story that he told me and the evidence I saw, he told Bobrisky whether he wanted the money to complete his building in Lagos.

“So, that was why he borrowed the money. It was now time to pay. From the receipt that I have here, he sent him a message. Bobrisky refused to respond. Sent him another one after like a few days. Bobrisky also refused to respond.

” When Bobrisky eventually responded, Bobrisky said, “I’m going to give you the money in, I think, September.”

“So, September 1st, the guy reached out to Bobrisky again. Obriski refused. And the next thing that followed was blackmailing. He said, “I will tell them that you are smooching me and you are kissing me. So the guy felt very, very somehow because he felt like he was not going to get his money. “

“God so kind, there’s Very Dark man that has the platform to call out the people that owe money and he will pay them. So a friend of mine who is very popular contacted me and he said, See what’s going on? And I said, okay, no problem. If you have receipts send it then when he sent it. Now say something here, when he sent it. Immediately I made a video, my first video and I said, Bobrisky I’m giving you four hours to pay back.

“Then he started begging the guy, now what am I going to say that my lawyer doesn’t even know. Now he started begging the guy. Then he paid.

“Immediately he paid. But when I listened to the audio, I said, nah, even though you pay, this has to go out there because Bobrisky cannot go around harassing some boys, young boys, and somebody with a godfather will be pulling stunts.

“I was detained in the prison. My very good friend Seun Kuti was detained as well. A lot of boys are inside the prison. Bobrisky is not any way better than them. So I didn’t see any reason why I should keep the audio. I kept the receipt of his payment, which he paid that day. He paid that day, so immediately I got it, which was, on Tuesday, September 4th

“Then the chat acknowledging when he wants to, when he was disturbing the guy that he wants to refund immediately after he saw my video. And the chats where he blackmailed the guy. The charts also asking for the money.

He said, “Dear Bobrisky, this is a reminder for the return of the loan amount of 4 million Naira as agreed. The due date for the return is September 1st. This, September 1st, it was Bobrisky that gave him the date. Then he said, Can we use the attachment account details to send the refund? Then he sent his account number.

“So because he didn’t get it, he came to me. So I will read the part of the blackmail that made him… Because, yes, I would like to verify that the guy said he’s not gay. I don’t know. I don’t live with him. But I asked him.

“So this part, the guy went on saying things like, “I helped you when you needed help, when it’s time to pay me while I am stressing you, this is not fair, how will you pay me like this then?”

Bobrisky went on to say, “when you kiss me and smooch me. You didn’t give me any money. Are you mad? Did you give me any money? Are you mad? You’re visiting Nigeria and you kissed me in Lagos, did you give me anything? I didn’t ask you for money, no, because I am fucking okay. If not EFCC, you think I’m going to ask you for money?

“Does that mean it’s because of EFCC he’s asking for money? If not EFCC, do you think I’m going to ask you for money? You are typing all this message to someone, help you post flyers without collecting anything from him. Wow. Go ahead and call me out. I will respond to you on IG. You know I am shameless and I don’t care.

“You will get your money, I have your account. I don’t want to look like someone that is ungrateful. But threatening me that you give me 24 hours is the height of it. I am waiting for you to call me out. So apparently the guy told him he was going to tell me. So these are the evidences I am going to present for now.

“And additionally, after this, there’s a second one and there’s a third one”.

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Lagos Youths Condemn Attacks on Seyi Tinubu By Faceless Groups

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8 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Gloria Ikibah

By Gloria Ikibah

A group under the auspices of Coalition of Lagos Indigenous Youth (CLYI), has disassociated itself from recent media publications aimed at discrediting Mr. Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu.

Coordinator of the group, Hon. Tunde Azeez in a strongly-worded statement issued on Tuesday, described the allegations as baseless and perpetrated by faceless individuals seeking to tarnish Mr. Tinubu’s reputation.

The coalition clarified that the controversial post circulating on social media, purportedly made by its members, is fraudulent.

“We wish to categorically state that the earlier post did not originate from the members or executives of the Coalition of Lagos Indigenous Youth,” Azeez asserted.

Describing Mr. Tinubu as a “proud and industrious son of Lagos,” the coalition pledged unwavering support for him, and noted his significant contributions to youth empowerment and development in Lagos.

The group further expressed its readiness to support Mr. Tinubu should he decide to declare interest in the governorship of Lagos State, although they clarified that he has not engaged in political discussions with any group or individual regarding such aspirations.

“Seyi Tinubu is one of us, Lagos is home and will remain home for him, not just as an indigene but also as a critical player dedicated to helping young people.” ,” the statement emphasized.

The group further directed a stern warning to the faceless individuals behind the defamatory campaign, particularly one Ibrahim Whyte, whom they accused of impersonating the coalition.

“We strongly caution Ibrahim Whyte and his cohorts to desist from blackmailing Mr. Seyi Tinubu while falsely impersonating our group,” it added.

The coalition vowed to explore legal options to protect its integrity and that of Mr. Tinubu, should the defamation persist.

CYLI, concluded by urging Lagosians to disregard the misleading narratives and focus on fostering unity and development in the state.

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House Approves President Tinubu’s N1.767trn Loan Request

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9 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Gloria Ikibah

By Gloria Ikibah

The House of Representatives has granted approval for the implementation of the new external borrowing of N1,767, 610, 321, 779.00 (USD 2.209B).

The approval was sequel to the adoption of the recommendations of the House Committee on Aids, Loans and Debt Management Chaired by Rep. Abubakar Nalaraba, and presented at the Committee of the Whole on Thursday.

Presenting the report, the Committee Chairman, Rep. Nalaraba said the committee met and made the following recommendations, which he entreated the House to approve.

He said: “Approve the implementation of the New External Borrowing of one trillion, seven hundred and sixty seven billion, six hundred and ten million, three hundred twenty-one thousand, seven hundred and seventy-nine Naira (₦1,767, 610,321,779.00) (equivalent of USD2, 209, 512, 902. 22b) at the Budget

Exchange rate of USD1.00/800 in the 2024 Appropriation Act and that the amount should be raised from one or more sources. Namely; issuance of Eurobonds in the ICM, Issuance of debut sovereign Sukuk in the ICM, Bridge/syndicated loans, subject to market conditions;

“That based on availability and cost, to issue Eurobonds in the sum of USD1.70 billion or more, but not more than USD2,209,512,902,.22b, approved as New External Borrowing in the 2024 Act;

“Given the significant increase in the official exchange rate from USD1.00/₦800 to approximately ₦1,640, it is recommended that the exchange rate excess resulting from this adjustment be exclusively utilised for implementation of capital projects in 2024, to ensure that additional funds are

directed to impactful infrastructure & developmental projects that will contribute to the Nation’s long term growth and stability;

“Approve the Promissory Note Programme and Bond Issuance to settle outstanding claims and liabilities of the federal government. This approval prioritizes the issuance of Promissory Notes to address outstanding reimbursement debts owed to States, high-priority judgment debts, and other liabilities incurred by Federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies. This measure is critical to preventing additional interest costs, mitigating further increases in the Federal Government’s debt profile, and reducing the debt-to-GDP ratio;

“That the Hon. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, working with the Debt Management Office are authorised to take all necessary actions required to give effect to this.”

The lawmakers unanimously adopted and passed the recommendations.

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Reps Direct IGP, DG DSS To Deploy Personnel To Etsako LGA Over Worsening Insecurity

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10 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Gloria Ikibah

By Gloria Ikibah

The House of Representatives has directed the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa and Director General, Department of State Services, Oluwatosin Ajayi to urgently deploy personnel to tackle the worsening insecurity in Itsukwi, Imiakebu, Imiegba and Okpekpe communities in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State.

The resolution was sequel to the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance on the “Urgent need to deploy security agents to Itsukwi, Imiegba, Okpekpe and Imiakebu communities to halt herdsmen’s onslaught against innocent citizens,” by Rep. Billy Osawaru, member representing Orhionmwon/Uhunmwode Federal Constituency, Edo State on Thursday at plenary.

Rep. Osawaru, drew the attention of the House to the provision of Section 14 (b) of the 1999 Constitution (As amended) on the need for government to provide security and welfare for the people.

He stated that Section 17 (b) of the Constitution provides that the sanctity of the human person shall be recognised and human dignity shall be maintained and enhanced; governmental actions shall be humane.

According to him, Chapter 4 of the nation’s Constitution in Section 33 (1) provides that “Every person has a right to life, and no one shall be deprived intentionally of his life, save in execution of the sentence of a court in respect of a criminal offence of which he has been found guilty in Nigeria.”

He said: “The House is aware that on Monday, October 28, 2024, herdsmen invaded Ugbereke, a popular farmland known for its fertility and destroyed completely the yam plantation of a youth leader in Itsukwi community (Ward 9, Etsako East Local Government Area, Edo State), Mr Samuel Igbeneghu.

“The House is also worried that on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, three farmers by the names Umuagene Obey, Emuesugheli Obi and Ogbitabu Imoudumhe (all from Okpekpe community in Ward 10, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State were ambushed on the way to their farms and brutally murdered by suspected herdsmen.

“Same day, the killers made their way to Ugbereke, and killed one Undyar Aondongu (male) while five women were beaten and left to flee with various degrees of injuries.”

The lawmaker stated that as a result of these violent campaigns, farmers in these communities no longer visit their farms for fear of being attacked or killed.

He therefore warned that if the Federal Government fails to take urgent steps to address the crisis, acute hunger owing to food scarcity would be the natural consequence, not just for the people of the area but the entire Etsako East Local Government Area and by extension, Edo State as a whole.

Then the presided officer, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas put itcto a vote, the House unanimously adopted the motion, observed a minute silence in honour of the dead and directed the immediate deployment of security agents to the four communities.

The House also mandated the Inspector General of Police and other relevant security agencies to investigate this tragic incident and fish out the perpetrators for prosecution, while also tasking them to Immediately step up the security surveillance to contain the escalation of insecurity within Itsukwi, Imiakebu, Imiegba and Okpekpe communities and beyond.

The legislative body also urged the Inspector General of Police, Chief of Defence Staff, DG, DSS, General Officer Commanding 2 Division of the Nigerian Army and the Commander, 4th Mechanised Brigade in Edpo State to deploy their personnel to Itsukwi, Imiakebu, Imeigba and Okpekpe communities to safeguard the lives and properties of the people.

The motion was subsequently referred to the House Committee on Army, Police, National Intelligence and Legislative Compliance with a timeframe of four weeks to report back for further action.