Alleged Impersonation Of EFCC Staff: Defendant Faces Judgment June 15

Justice A. I. Akobi of the Federal Capital Territory, High Court, Kubwa, Abuja, on Monday, June 1, 2026, slated June 15, 2026 for judgment in the case of criminal impersonation of officers of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC and extortion by one Salifu Olije Mustapha.

At Monday’s proceeding, the EFCC presented its First Prosecution Witness, PW1, Stanley Ujilibo against the defendant.

The witness, an investigator with the EFCC, disclosed that the Commission received intelligence on how the defendant and two others, identified as Haruna Mamuda Adamu and Abubakar Umar Hamisu- who are currently under arrest and investigation by a security agency-on several occasions kitted themselves with fake operational uniforms of EFCC and set out in the defendant’s Toyota Corolla, with registration number KTU-399-GT to extort money from unsuspecting youths around Sherif Plaza, Wuse 2, Abuja.

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He further disclosed that the defendant’s share of the proceeds of their criminal activities is usually paid into his account with Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, adding that EFCC’s investigation team had to write Moniepoint for the statement of the defendant’s account as well as his account opening package and certificate of identification.

Documents, including video evidence, recorded by eyewitnesses during one of the gang’s unlawful activities, tendered in evidence by prosecution counsel, R.U. Adagba were admitted by the court and marked Exhibit A to D.

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On his part, counsel to the defendant, John Ainetor, prayed the court for a short adjournment to enable him review the evidence and cross-examine the witness.

The defendant is being prosecuted by the EFCC on a four-count charge, bordering on criminal impersonation to which he pleaded guilty upon arraignment.

Justice Akobi adjourned the matter till June 15, 2026 for continuation of cross-examination and sentencing of the defendant. Eereporter.com

CAS Joins President Tinubu, Defence Chiefs At Nigerian Navy’s 70th Anniversary Fleet Review

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, on 1 June 2026 joined the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, alongside the Honourable Minister of Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff and other Service Chiefs at the International Fleet Review and Commissioning of Ships held at the Eko Atlantic Waterfront, Lagos.

The event formed a major highlight of activities commemorating the Nigerian Navy’s 70th Anniversary and brought together senior military leaders, government officials, international partners and distinguished guests in celebration of the Navy’s enduring contributions to national security and maritime development.

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In his address, President Tinubu commended the Nigerian Navy for its remarkable achievements over the past seven decades in safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime domain and supporting national development.

The President reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces through sustained investments in modern platforms, infrastructure and human capacity development.

He further emphasised the importance of synergy among the Services in addressing contemporary security challenges and advancing Nigeria’s strategic interests across the air, land and maritime domains.

The participation of Air Marshal Aneke underscored the Nigerian Air Force’s unwavering commitment to joint operations and inter-Service cooperation in support of national security objectives.

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As a critical component of Nigeria’s military architecture, the NAF continues to provide vital air power capabilities, including intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, air mobility and precision air support, which enhance the effectiveness of joint military operations nationwide.

The occasion further reinforced the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s collective resolve to foster unity of effort, strengthen operational readiness and safeguard the nation’s sovereignty and prosperity.
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Police Induct 565 Constables In Kogi State

The Kogi State police command has inducted 565 newly trained combat-ready constables after an intensive weapons and combat operations course that commenced on April 13, 2026.

Speaking at the Police Headquarters in Lokoja on Monday, the Commissioner of Police, Nasir Kankarofi, congratulated the graduands on their successful training and induction.

He said the rigorous training was approved by the Inspector General of Police (I-G), Tunji Disu, and was designed to produce agile, smart and combat-ready officers to tackle crime, banditry, terrorism and other vices across the state.

Mr Kankarofi also commended Governor Ahmed Ododo for his unwavering support to the Command during training and operations.

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Mr Kankarofi urged the graduands to remain dedicated, respect human rights, and practise community-driven, democratic policing.

He also announced that officers who distinguished themselves during the training would be absorbed into the newly created Violent Crime Response Unit.

According to him, the unit will be an elite corps specialised in rapid response to violent crimes, which will be inaugurated soon.

The commissioner appreciated instructors, medical personnel, the transport department and Police Mobile Force trainers for producing officers he described as “smart-looking and battle-ready.”

Mr Kankarofi said that the passing out of the constables marked a new chapter in crime fighting in Kogi State.

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“The days of the criminal are numbered. These young, able-bodied constables are ready to take the war to the criminals, as we have always done,” he stated.

He urged the public to support security agencies with timely intelligence and reaffirmed the command’s commitment to safer streets and secure communities under the leadership of the I-G and President Bola Tinubu.
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