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JSC: Shari’a Court Registrar Demoted Over Bribery, Other Judiciary Staff Suspended For Forgery

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JSC: Shari’a Court Registrar Demoted Over Bribery, Other Judiciary Staff Suspended For Forgery

Shari’a court registrar demoted over bribery, other judiciary staff suspended for forgery. Mr Jibo-Ibrahim maintained that the petition alleged intimidation and illegal monetary demands by the two court staff.

The Kano State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has taken disciplinary action against some court officials over alleged intimidation and illegal monetary demands.

The commission’s spokesperson, Baba Jibo-Ibrahim, said the decision was part of resolutions reached at the 79th meeting of the JSC, which was chaired by the Kano chief judge, Dije Aboki.

He said the commission reviewed the findings of the Judiciary Public Complaints Committee (JPCC) regarding a petition filed by one Sani Gado against Hudu Idris, a registrar at the Upper Shari’a Court in Gwarzo and Bala Gwarzo, a casual watchman at the same court.

Mr Jibo-Ibrahim maintained that the petition alleged intimidation and illegal monetary demands by the two court staff.

“They appeared before the committee and admitted their involvement in corrupt practices of N214,000.
“In line with its commitment to upholding the integrity of the judiciary, the JSC adopted the recommendations of the JPCC and took the following actions.

“Idris has been demoted by one grade level and placed on compulsory retirement with immediate effect for receiving a bribe, while Bala-Gwarzo’s contract appointment has been terminated with immediate effect for his role in the corrupt act,” he said.

Mr Jibo-Ibrahim noted that the commission, in the same meeting, deliberated on the suspension of Bilya Abdullahi, Auwalu Ibrahim-Khalil, and Ismaila Garba following a complaint lodged by one Muzdalifa regarding an alleged forgery of a court reversal order.

“The case was thoroughly investigated by the Judiciary Public Complaints Committee (JPCC) and subsequently referred to the police for further inquiry.

“The police investigation was forwarded to the office of the Director of Public Prosecution whose advice revealed that there was not enough evidence on which to prosecute them.

“In light of these findings, the commission resolved to lift the suspension of the aforementioned officers with immediate effect, while Abdullahi was issued a strong warning to desist from illegal and unethical actions, which will not be condoned by the Commission,” Mr Jibo-Ibrahim said.

The JSC also approved the appointment of an acting chief registrar and six other key managerial positions within the Kano State Judiciary.

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“These appointments were made after careful consideration of their work ethics, track records and in recognition of their hard work, humility, integrity, total commitment and dedication to serving the judiciary,” he said.

The commission reiterates its zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and misconduct within the judiciary.

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EFCC: 32 Internet Fraudsters Jailed In Ibadan

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EFCC: 32 Internet Fraudsters Jailed In Ibadan

EFCC: 32 internet fraudsters jailed in Ibadan. The Oyo State High Court and Federal High Court in Ibadan have convicted and sentenced 32 individuals for internet-related fraud. Justices Ladiran Akintola, O.S. Adeyemi, K.B. Olawoyin, G.A. Sunmonu, and Nkeonye Maha handed down various sentences after the convicts pleaded guilty to charges of impersonation and cybercrime.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibadan Zonal Directorate, prosecuted the offenders on separate one-count charges. Sentences ranged from community service to prison terms, with some convicts given the option of fines.

Among the penalties:
– Some convicts received up to **two years in prison or were ordered to pay fines ranging from ₦30,000 to ₦500,000.
– Others were sentenced to community service without an option of fine.
– One convict, Adedara Ademola Ayobami, was ordered to refund ₦2.5 million to his victim.

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Additionally, the court ordered the forfeiture of various assets recovered from the convicts to the federal government. These included money, phones, laptops, and several vehicles, such as Toyota Camry and Toyota Corolla cars.

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Kaduna Woman Drags 3 Neighbours To Sharia Court For Allegedly Calling Her Prostitute

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Kaduna Woman Drags 3 Neighbours To Sharia Court For Allegedly Calling Her Prostitute

Kaduna Woman drags 3 neighbours to Sharia court for allegedly calling her prostitute. Amiddle-aged woman, Shema’u Isma’il, on Wednesday, dragged three neighbours before a Sharia Court sitting at Magajin Gari, Kaduna State, for allegedly calling her a prostitute.

The complainant accused Halima Umar, Aisha Umar, and Bilkisu Umar for allegedly making defamatory remarks about her, particularly regarding her marital status.

“They said I am living alone despite being a married woman,” she told the court.
She further alleged that the defendants harass her nine-year-old son, scaring him away and beating him whenever he goes outside to play.

She pleaded, “We have tried to settle the matter at home, but they refuse to stop. I want this honourable court to intervene and grant me justice.’’ Ms Halima, mother of Aisha and Bilkisu, who spoke in their defence, denied the allegation.

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She claimed that the complainant was the first to insult her children, calling them prostitutes, and they only retaliated. She also told the court that both the complainant’s son and her own children were underage.

The Judge, Kabir Muhammad asked the defendants whether they had witnesses, to which they responded in the affirmative.

The judge subsequently referred the case to the police for further investigation and adjourned the hearing until March 26.

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FCT Police Eliminate Notorious Bandit Known As Dogo Saleh

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FCT Police Eliminate Notorious Bandit Known As Dogo Saleh

FCT police eliminate notorious bandit known as Dogo Saleh. Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have killed a wanted terrorist, Salisu Mohammed, also known as Dogo Saleh, who was behind multiple attacks in Abuja communities.

In a statement on Wednesday, FCT Police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh confirmed that the operation was part of an intensified counter-kidnapping effort to dismantle criminal networks operating along the Kaduna-Lokoja-Enugu highway and within the FCT.

According to the statement, on March 3, 2025, officers from the Anti-Kidnapping Unit blocked key escape routes used by the gang.

Acting on intelligence from an arrested suspect, the operatives launched a high-risk operation on March 4, leading them to Kwasau Forest in Kaduna State, where the gang, led by Abdu Musa, alias Kanabaro, had a hideout.

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Upon arrival, the police team was ambushed by armed bandits attempting to free the suspect. A fierce gun battle ensued, forcing the criminals to flee into the forest with severe gunshot wounds.

During the crossfire, Dogo Saleh sustained fatal injuries from his own gang members. He was taken to Kubwa General Hospital, where he was confirmed dead.

The police revealed that before his demise, Dogo and his gang had terrorized at least ten villages across the FCT.

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