Court Denies Bail to Bauchi State Finance Commissioner Yakubu Adamu and Three Others Over Alleged Terrorism Financing, Money Laundering Charges

The Federal High Court in Abuja has denied bail to Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, and three co-defendants arraigned by the EFCC over alleged terrorism financing and money laundering. Justice Emeka Nwite delivered the ruling on January 5, 2026, remanding the accused at Kuje Correctional Centre pending trial.

The defendants, including Balarabe Abdullahi Ilelah, Aminu Mohammed Bose, and Kabiru Yahaya Mohammed, face ten-count charges involving conspiracy, conversion of public funds, and alleged financing of terrorist activities. One of the counts alleges that Adamu received USD 6,950,000 in cash outside financial institutions, while another claims USD 2,300,000 was provided to support terrorist activities connected to Bello Bodejo.

All defendants pleaded “not guilty” to the charges. The EFCC has linked the offences to acts committed between January and May 2024, citing contraventions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, and the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.

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Ohanaeze Youth Council Urges South-East Nigerians to Prepare for “Eventual Exit” Amid Marginalisation, Calls for Referendum in 2026

The Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC) has urged Igbos in Nigeria’s South-East region to prepare for an “eventual exit” from the country due to decades of marginalisation, post-civil war injustices, insecurity, and perceived failures of the Nigerian state. In a New Year message, OYC President Igboayaka Igboayaka emphasized the need for Igbo people to plan politically, economically, and diplomatically for self-determination.

Igboayaka cited unresolved injustices following the 1967–1970 civil war and condemned the continued detention of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu as violations of international law. He criticized Nigeria as a state overwhelmed by corruption and economic decay, urging Igbo youths to mobilize politically ahead of the 2027 elections and advocating for a referendum or plebiscite on self-determination throughout 2026.

The OYC leader stressed that unity without justice is oppression and called on community leaders to collaborate in protecting lives and property while resisting any form of brutality against campaigners.

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Alleged Terrorism Financing: EFCC Arraigns Bauchi Commissioner, Three Others for $9.7m

The Federal High Court, Abuja has ordered the remand of the Bauchi State Commissioner for finance Yakubu Adamu and three others in Kuje correctional centre pending the determination of their bail application.

Justice Emeka Nwite gave the other following the arraignment of the four defendants by the EFCC.

Yakubu Adamu, Balarabe Abdullahi Ilelah, Aminu Mohammed Bose and Kabiru Yahaya Mohammed were arraigned on a ten-count charge bordering on conspiracy, conversion of public funds and alleged terrorism financing running to over 9 point 7 million dollars.

The defendants pleaded not guilty to the ten - count change.

While the defence counsel moved the motion for the bail application of the defendants, the prosecution counsel opposed the application.
Justice Emeka Nwite adjourned the matter to January 5, 2026 for ruling on the bail application

Senator Ned Nwoko Defends Marriage to Regina Daniels Amid Controversy, Denies Political Smear Allegations.

Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has addressed the controversies surrounding his six-year marriage to Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, asserting that recent stories are politically motivated and aimed at tarnishing his reputation.

Speaking through his Communication and Technical Action Team, Mr. Nwoko clarified the ongoing age debate, emphasizing that Regina Daniels, born on October 10, 2000, married him at 19 not 17 as widely claimed. “Her mother personally brought her to me during the traditional marriage ceremony. I never pursued her,” he stated.

He also acknowledged Regina’s past struggles with substance use and bipolar medication, highlighting that her medical history is verifiable. “Enemies of progress are manipulating her for their own agendas. If there were any secrets to disclose, she would have done so.

All circulating stories are fabricated and amount to criminal defamation,” he added.

On his marriage, Nwoko emphasized that it followed customary traditions. “Polygamy is accepted under our customs. I married her honourably, gave her a name, and treated her with dignity. My affection for Regina has always been genuine, and anyone who has worked with me can attest to the care and attention I gave her,” he said.

The senator described the controversies as politically driven attacks meant to halt his developmental initiatives. He cited claims of land grabbing in his hometown as false, noting that the land he acquired was legally purchased for the establishment of the University of Sports, a project benefiting the community.

He also accused critics, including Omoyele Sowore and Jebose, of exploiting Regina’s vulnerability to settle old scores. “Those using her current condition to launch attacks against me, knowing they have no case, will eventually face justice. That she has made no credible allegations against me confirms there is nothing illegal in my actions,” Nwoko concluded.

Burna Boy’s Parents Celebrate 35 Years of Love, Bose Ogulu Shares Heartfelt Anniversary Message

Bose Ogulu, mother and manager of Grammy-winning superstar Burna Boy, is celebrating 35 years of marriage with her husband, Samuel Ogulu.

The 57-year-old took to Instagram with a touching tribute, describing their marriage as “a roller coaster ride” filled with gratitude and joy. She expressed happiness in watching their “three musketeers” grow into responsible adults.

Sharing photos, Bose wrote:
“Thanking God for 35 years since we each said ‘I do’ & ‘Till death do us part.’ Thanking God for the journey, the roller coaster ride & the joy of watching the 3 musketeers we have been appointed caretakers of. Happy Anniversary to us.”

Bose, widely celebrated for her role in Burna Boy’s global rise, was named in Billboard’s “International Power Players” list (2021) and received a brand new Mercedes-Benz Maybach gift from Burna Boy on her birthday last year.

Meanwhile, Burna Boy continues to shine on the world stage, with his 2021 album “Twice As Tall” winning a Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album.

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Fake Landlord Remanded in prison for allegedly defrauding Anglican church of N2m.

A suspected fake landlord, Iyewunmi Idonije, 68, has been arrested by the operatives of the Nigeria Police Zone 2 Command, Lagos for allegedly obtaining the sum of N2,50,000 from members of the St. Andrew Anglican Church, Mushin, Lagos by false pretence.

Police alleged that the defendant allegedly introduced himself to the church members as the landlord of a three bedroom flat located at 8, Adekitan Street, Mushin and said that he has a three-bedroom flat to rent out to the Vicar of the church at the sum of N2 million and the church members believed and gave him the money through their representative, Mr. Obialor Bartholomew as part-payment to renovate the apartment and delivered it as agreed.

The defendant, according to the Police absconded with the money. When the complainant waited for days without seeing or hearing from the suspect, he decided to visit the house to know what was delaying the hand over of the apartment to the tenant.

But Bartholomew was shock to discover that the building he paid for had been demolished and residents in the area allegedly told him that the defendant he paid money to was not the landlord of the building.

Following the development, the church members petitioned the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 2 Command, AIG Adegoke Fayoade who swiftly directed his men to fish out the fleeing suspect.

The Police swung into action and arrested the defendant at a hideout in Lagos.

The defendant was charged before the Igbosere Magistrate’s Court at the Tinubu Magistrate’s Court, Lagos Island on a two-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and stealing.

Police Prosecuting Counsel, Reuben Solomon told the Court in the charge marked P/32/2025 that the defendant committed the offence in April, 2025 at 8, Adekitan Street, Mushin, Lagos.

Solomon informed the court that the defendant lied to the complainant that he was the landlord of a three-bedroom flat in the area, knowing full well that he was never a landlord and collected the money from the complainant to rent a flat to the church and fled before he was tracked and arrested at a hideout in Lagos.

He said the offences the defendant committed were punishable Under Sections 314 and 287 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 20215.

The defendant, however pleaded not guilty to the charges and the presiding Magistrate granted him N200,000 bail with two sureties in like sum.

The Magistrate adjourned the case till August 1, 2025 for mention and ordered that the defendant be detained at the Ikoyi correctional facility till he perfected the bail conditions.

“Keep up with what you do, you would be remembered more when you are no more as a mouthpiece of the helpless.

I see a Fela Kuti spirit in you, you know I use to be his dancer.”

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