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UK police chief to face panel over conviction of Ibori
The Chief of Metropolitan Police, Sir Bernard Hogan-Howe has been put on blast over claims that the Scotland Yard and the Crown Prosecution Service were complicit in a "deliberate cover-up"…
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How Britain, Nigeria allegedly conspired to jail James Ibori
Lawyers to jailed former Governor of Delta state, James Ibori, on Wednesday, surprised a court sitting in Southwark, London, by presenting evidence before the presiding judge, Judge Tomlinson, of a…
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James Ibori wasn’t released and re-arrested – Family
Contrary to reports in the media, former Delta State governor, James Ibori, was not released from prison, and subsequently re-arrested. Daily Trust reports this as the position of Ibori's family, as revealed by Secretary-General,…
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James Ibori might be leaving UK jail soon – Here’s why
Former governor of Delta state, James Ibori, who has been serving a 13-year sentence to prison in the UK, is hopeful that his conviction by a British court will be…
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Ibori to Ribadu: ‘Lying against an enemy must have a limit’
James Ibori, the former governor of Delta state, has described Nuhu Ribadu, the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, as a terrible liar. Ibori released a statement…
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Biafra protests must not be allowed to continue – Ibori
Former Governor of Delta state, James Ibori says he has no affiliation with the Biafran cause and its proponents. Ibori, who's in a London jail for money laundering, distanced himself from…
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Alamieyeseigha had only one house in his village – James Ibori
Former governor of Delta state, James Ibori, who's imprisoned in the United Kingdom, has reacted to the death of former Bayelsa state governor, Diepreye Alamieyeseigha. Alamieyeseigha died of cardiac arrest on…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Presidency says GEJ didn’t spend N2 trillion on elections | 27 Kaduna Assembly seats go to APC | Barth Nnaji hints us on what caused PDP’s downfall | More stories
Nnaji has a thought to share, says lack of democracy caused PDP's defeat. Punch No, GEJ didn't spend N2trillion on elections - Presidency Vanguard 27 Kaduna Assembly seats goes to…
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Ijaw group wants a final favour from GEJ, and it’s connected to Ibori
by Iyobosa Omoregie A group in Delta state has implored President Goodluck Jonathan to grant presidential pardon to the former governor of the state, James Ibori, before leaving office on…
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We hear N4.4billion was spent to prosecute James Ibori… for stealing billions
by Iyobosa Omoregie It was revealed in the Senate on Friday, February 27, that about £14m (N4.4bn) was spent to prosecute and secure the conviction of former governor of Delta, James…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Why APC ruled out Fashola as VP candidate | Ekiti Speaker calls Gov. Fayose a liar | Impeachment: Anti-Jonathan senators meet today | More stories
As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Ekiti Speaker calls Gov. Fayose a liar. Leadership No chill:…
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Today’s Daily Brief: Jimi Agbaje’s sure PDP will rule Lagos for 16 years, Atiku says he’s not a desperado, PDP warns APC over attacks on GEJ, and more
A major crisis is brewing in the Yobe State chapter of the All Progressives Congress following the refusal of the party to receive the completed nomination forms from a governorship…
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World’s most corrupt property owners: Cecilia Ibru and James Ibori make the list
by Kolapo Olapoju From a virtual tour conducted by Google Earth, two Nigerians are listed among the owners of valuable properties acquired with stolen funds and corrupt means. The aerial…
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@dian4real: Is @atiku an unclean vessel? #2015ElectionCountdown
by Diana-Abasi Udoh Atiku parading his clearance obtained from the courts that he isn't corrupt can never be a solid endorsement enough as we all know that the courts in…
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Money laundering: Why Ibori will complete his prison term in the UK
by 'Jola Sotubo The impending prisoner exchange scheme to be embarked upon between the United Kingdom and Nigeria might not involve former Governor of Delta, James Ibori. There are strong…
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Femi Aribisala: Jonathan’s open letter OBJ, his dear Godfather
by Femi Aribisala I need more time to persuade the National Assembly to add five or ten billion naira to my future pension. I also need time to allocate some…
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Like a BOSS: How James Ibori sacked Daily Independent management, FROM PRISON
by Chi Ibe Some people are on another level, period. Former governor of Delta, James Ibori, who is now cooling his heels in a London prison, has reportedly fired the…
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Opinion: Obasanjo’s letter to president Jonathan- an inconvenient truth
by Frank Onuoha The truth is not convenient. It is nevertheless expected that everyone - especially leaders, should be brave enough to stand up, swallow their pride, damn the consequence for…
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Opinion: James Ibori’s retrial was set to nail him by all means possible
by Magnus Onyibe In my view, Ibori pleaded guilty due to the psychological and physical trauma he has been put through by law enforcement agencies in the past eight years…
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Nothing for you, Delta State: Court orders that Ibori’s $15million should go to GEJ’s government
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday ruled that the $15 million a former Delta State Governor, James Ibori, allegedly used to bribe an anti-corruption chief be handed over…
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Opinion: A critical assessment of the EFCC journey so far
by Segun Dada Ever since, the corruption trials have not gone beyond the plea stage, some for as long as six years after first arraignment in court. Many ex-government office…
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Olusegun Adeniyi: Ex-AGF Aondoakaa’s connection in James Ibori’s corruption saga (Part 2)
by Olusegun Adeniyi As the man at whose desk the buck stopped, he (Yar'Adua) must accept responsibility—and Nigerians indeed hold him accountable—for everything that happened on his watch. When the…
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Olusegun Adeniyi: Ex-AGF Aondoakaa’s connection in James Ibori’s corruption saga (Part 1)
by Olusegun Adeniyi I watched Ogar’s press conference and noticed how she was hesitant, tentative and edgy about the arms cache that were purportedly (her exact word) buried in the…
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“Okiro is a chronic political jobber with a nasty record” – Ribadu tackles ex-IG of Police
by 'Jola Sotubo The tension between former police officer and erstwhile chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nuhu Ribadu and a former Inspector General of Police, Mike…
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British prosecutor accuses Oando of laundering money for Ibori, oil company denies
A British prosecutor has told a court that convicted thief and a former governor of Rivers State James Onanefe Ibori hid some of his stolen assets in Oando Oil and…
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“It’s all a lie, I never knew Ibori,” says ex-EFCC chairperson Farida Waziri
by Tutu Akinlabi Despite widespread rumours at the time that she was counsel to embattled former Delta State Governor, James Ibori, and hence owed her appointment to him, Farida Waziri…
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James Ibori imprisonment: UK lawyer arrested for hiring Private Investigation firm to bribe policemen
A top lawyer has been arrested after allegedly hiring a British private investigations firm who bribed policemen on behalf of a disgraced Nigerian politician. Ian Timlin was arrested by officers…
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“The article is from the enemy” – T.B Joshua takes it to SaharaReporters
by Akan Ido Prophet T.B. Joshua has responded to a controversial online article suggesting he was the mastermind behind the release of Major Al-Mustapha. Online Nigerian media house Sahara Reporters had…
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“Wale Babalakin is on crutches,” lawyer tells court
Lawyer to the embattled Chairman of Bi-Courtney Ltd, Wale Babalakin, Dr Abiodun Layonu (SAN) today told a Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja that his client could not attend his…
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Collins Uma: A word for the opposition APC
by Collins Uma I want to believe the APC will constitute a good government in 2015. I really want to. The signs however, are not pointing to that. "...Obasanjo, Obasanjo,…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy