Hushpuppi Not Guilty of Fraud – Lawyer Argues, Says He's a Legal Businessman

The lawyer representing Ramon Abbass (Hushpuppi), Gal Pissetzky of Pissetzky and Berliner, has argued that the popular Instagram star is not guilty of the fraud charge brought against him.

In an interview with Forbes, the lawyer said that the Nigerian has a legal business that he runs which is the source of his income.

“Ramon Abass, aka Hushpuppi is absolutely not guilty of all the charges they are accusing him of. Abass was running a very legitimate business and had a very legitimate Instagram account and did not take part in any scam or fraud.

He is an entrepreneur, he has real estate business and was promoting brands, that’s how he was very legitimately making his money.”

RCCG Sacks Top Pastor Over Attempted Adultery

Gideon Bakare, an assistant pastor in the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) in Akure, Ondo state capital, has been sacked over attempted adultery.

According to Olaitan Olubiyi, RCCG’s spokesperson, Bakare was caught in a viral video with a married woman in her matrimonial home.

Olubiyi pointed out that the pastor was seen in a very compromising position with the said woman, and as such, he has been excommunicated from the church, The Cable reports.

The spokesman made it clear that the RCCG has dissociated itself with Bakare’s act which is contrary to the church’s core values.

He said: “The Redeemed Christian Church of God has excommunicated Mr Gideon Bakare and relieved him of all ministerial duties in the Mission,” the statement read.

“Bakare, who was an Assistant Pastor in the Church was recently accused of an attempted act of adultery with a woman in her matrimonial home in Akure, Ondo state.”

The sacked cleric has been ordered to return all church properties in his custody with immediate effect and stay off all associated connections with the mission.

CONGRATULATIONS! Linda Ejiofor and Ibrahim Suleiman Welcome Their First Child

Actors Linda Ejiofor and Ibrahim Suleiman have welcomed their first child together.

The couple got married in November 2018. Suleiman shared the good news on his IG page this evening.

”And then we were three…thank you Father. Your word has indeed become flesh.” he wrote
Congrats to them!"

Nigerian Singer, Naira Marley Acquires Another House in Lagos (See Photos)

Naira Marley has acquired a property in Lekki. The singer shared the good news via his Instastories as he acknowledged people congratulating him about the house which is situated in Lekki.

Congratulations to him. See another photo below

[Music] Korede Bello – Morire

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Mavin records singer, Korede Bello comes through with a lovely new tune and this lovely single is titled “Morire”.

We totally love the vibe and energy on this new single and think it’s a potential hit single.

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[Music] Cheque – Zoom

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Penthauze buzzing artiste, “Cheque” comes through with a lovely new tune and this lovely single is titled “Zoom”, off his Razor EP. 

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Kevin Hart’s wife, Eniko Celebrates Him on His 41st Birthday (See Photos)

American stand-up comedian and actor Kevin Hart clocked 41 on July 6th 2020, he shared the moment with his family on a yacht.

His wife Eniko Parish shared some pictures of herself with Kevin and their kids with her baby bump and penned the caption below:

Hart was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and began his career by winning several amateur comedy competitions at clubs

Eniko wrote:

Today was a good day!
The second pic , i couldn’t help myself.. 😂 #MORELIFE🤍

HAPPY BIRTHDAY babe! 🎉

i took a trip down memory lane this morning and gathered jus a few photos from over the years of us celebrating you! Woo! We def got some time in! LOL! You’ve gotten better, older, & wiser over the years. I loved u then and love more of the man that you’ve become. We’ve shared so many memorable moments together..looking forward to celebrating another 10+ years/lifetime LIVING, LAUGHING, & LOVING with you on your birthday!💋✨

Kevin Hart also penned the note below:

So blessed & so thankful to see the age 41….I’m lucky to be alive. There will never be another day that just goes by in my life that’s not treated with the highest level of respect and appreciation….God is great!!!! Thank you….Happy B Day to me damn it!!!!! #LiveLoveLaugh

DSS Denies Arresting of EFCC Acting Chairman, Ibrahim Magu

The Department of State Services (DSS) has denied reports that it arrested Ibrahim Magu, the acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Peter Afunanya, the spokesperson for the DSS made the clarification on Monday, July 6, after reports emerged that Magu was arrested by its operatives, PR Nigeria reported.

The EFCC also disclosed that Magu was only invited by a panel to Aso Rock questioning.

The Nation newspaper had reported that the panel which summoned Magu was probing the activities of the agency.

He was reportedly served the invitation to the panel, while on his way to the police headquarters, Abuja for a meeting.

The EFCC boss is said to be undergoing questioning at the villa by the probe panel over allegations that he diverted looted funds.

Magu’s reported probe comes a few days after Abubakar Malami, attorney-general of the federation (AGF), accused the anti-graft boss of gross misconduct, The Cable reported.

The AGF had asked President Muhammadu Buhari to sack Magu over some allegations, including the diversion of recovered loot.

Malami also accused the acting EFCC chairman of insubordination and misconduct.

According to The Cable, EFCC boss was said to have travelled to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, without the authorisation of the president during the lockdown.

Third Mainland Bridge will Likely to be Under Repairs From July 24

The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olukayode Popoola, on Monday said consultations were on for another phase of repairs to begin on the Third Mainland Bridge.

Consultations are ongoing for the next phase of repair works to begin on the 11.8km bridge, and work will commence on the outward mainland section of the bridge. The ministry is working with relevant agencies to perfect traffic during the period, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

We want to do maintenance work on the Third Mainland Bridge very soon. Most likely on the 24th. We may close it from the 24th of July. We are still working out the modalities and when we perfect the traffic management plan we will move to site. Everything being expected for the repairs of the bridge arrived the country that is why we want to start the repairs now.

The bridge was recently under an investigative maintenance check, in August 2018, which lasted for three days. However, “some components needed for completion of repairs were sourced abroad because they were not available locally”.

Hopefully, alternative routes will be provided soonest so motorists in Lagos who ply the bridge will begin making arrangements.

[Music] DJ Jimmy Jatt – Say What? (PetePeté) Ft. CDQ

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DJ Jimmy Jatt and CDQ come through with a lovely new tune and this lovely single is titled “Say What? (PetePete)”.

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BREAKING: DSS Arrests EFCC Acting Chairman, Ibrahim Magu

Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu, has been arrested by the Department of State Services.

He was arrested over allegations that he owns four properties and that he was allegedly transferring funds abroad through a third party.

He was arrested at the Wuse II office of the DSS on Monday afternoon and is now undergoing interrogation at the DSS Headquarters In Aso Drive.

The DSS in a 2016 report revealed that accused of living in a N40m mansion paid for by one Umar Mohammed, a retired air commodore who is allegedly involved in shady deals.

“In December 2010, the Police Service Commission (PSC) found Magu guilty of action prejudicial to state security – withholding of EFCC files, sabotage, unauthorised removal of EFCC files and acts unbecoming of a police officer, and awarded him severe reprimand as punishment.

“Magu is currently occupying a residence rented for N40m at N20m per annum. This accommodation was not paid [for] from the commission’s finances, but by one Umar Mohammed, air commodore retired, a questionable businessman who has subsequently been arrested by the secret service.

“For the furnishing of the residence, Magu enlisted the Federal Capital Development Authority to award a contract to Africa Energy, a company owned by the same Mohammed, to furnish the residence at the cost of N43m.

“Investigations show that the acting EFCC chairman regularly embarked on official and private trips through a private jet owned by Mohammed.

“In one of such trips, Magu flew to Maiduguri alongside Mohammed with a bank MD who was being investigated by the EFCC over complicity in funds allegedly stolen by the immediate past petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke.

“Furthermore, the EFCC boss has so far maintained a high-profile lifestyle. This is exemplified by his preference for first-class air travels. On 24 June, 2016, he flew Emirate airlines first-class to Saudi Arabia to perform lesser hajj at the cost of N2.9m.

BREAKING! Ondo SSG, Abegunde Resigns

The Secretary to the Ondo State Government, Ifedayo Abegunde, has resigned his appointment. He said his resignation takes effect today, Monday, July 6, 2020. Abegunde is a close friend to the defected deputy governor of the state, Hon Agboola Ajayi.Though there are reports that Abegunde will be defecting to the PDP like Ajayi, however he said he will be making his next move known in the next 24 hours.See a copy of Abegunde’s resignation letter below

I Hate Patriarchy Not Men - Toke Makinwa says

Toke Makinwa has reacted after a Twitter user tagged her as a man hater.

“Feminism is not about hating men,” a Twitter user wrote.

Another, insinuating that Toke and Tonto Dikeh hate men, reacted: “Let’s ask @tokstarr or Tonto.”

Toke replied: “I don’t hate men, I hate Patriarchy and I speak against “male privileges” ”

The media personality added: “Know the difference and set yourself free. Feminism is not hatred towards the male gender, I just can’t stand the male privileges that exists, It is speaking out against patriarchy, it is inclusion and there are men who support feminism too.”

Yung6ix Slams D’Banj’s Ex Manager, Bankulli, For Charging People To Meet Kanye West

Nigerian rapper, Yung6ix has called out Bankilli for charging artistes just to meet with American rapper, Kanye West.

The rapper took to his Instagram page to call out the music mogul for charging artistes who want to met up with the American rapper. According to him, Bankuli has been stealing from his generation and younger artistes and he finds it disappointing that someone who claims to be the gatekeeper of the new generation would want to steal from them.

Yung6ix who just released a new album “Introduction To Trap Fro” advised him to respect himself because everyone knows the story. He wrote: ” Bankuli respect yourself. Stop stealing from us and charging talents to meet Kanye west. We know the story.”

Veteran Nollywood Actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo Celebrates 59th Birthday

Veteran Nollywood actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo aka RMD, clocks 59 today.

RMD, who has been a big inspiration to a lot of actors, took to social media to share sizzling hot photos to celebrate his day.

Sharing the dapper new photos of himself; RMD wrote; “59 and counting! Grateful! Thankful! #birthdayboy #2020nofallingofhand”

In another post, RMD wrote: “What a birthday this is turning out to be. I have to start saying thank you now for all the out pouring of love. Looks like you guys have posted the 59 photos already. Or should I go ahead and still post? I’m ready o!”

Mofe-Damijo was born in Aladja community of Udu Kingdom, near Warri, Delta State.

He attended Midwest College, Warri, and Anglican Grammar School and was a member of the Drama Club.

He enrolled in the University of Benin to continue his education and studied Theatre Arts.

In 1997 Mofe-Damijo returned to the university to study law at the University of Lagos and graduated in 2004.

Mofe-Damijo took part in a television soap opera in the late ’80s called Ripples. Before then, he had a stint with Concord Newspapers and Metro Magazine as a reporter.

Mofe-Damijo was married to Nigerian journalist/publisher, May Ellen-Ezekiel. After her death in 1996, Richard Mofe-Damijo married TV personality, Jumobi Adegbesan, who later left TV for the corporate world.

Mofe-Damijo has four children: two with his current wife and two from his previous marriage.marriage.

Why I Haven’t Made Millions in Nollywood – Moyo Lawal

Nollywood actress, Moyo Lawal, has stated that she would be at least a million dollars richer if the Nigerian film industry had better structures in place.

The Tinsel-star said this on Sunday when she shared a picture of herself making what looks like ‘amala’ on Instagram.

“It just reoccurred to me that, I have been working my ass off since before *I even became an adult *doing honest work ooooh ( if not that Nollywood is the way it is, somebody will have millions of dollars by now

“But the society only recognizes and appreciates fully dressed women who are married (some with hidden dirty lives by the way) Then, why is that people just naturally assume that sexy females who are comfortable with their sexuality are promiscuous?” she asked.

Africa’s Foremost Storyteller! Mo Abudu Covers Guardian Life Magazine

The award-winning media mogul, Mo Abudu is the cover star for Guardian Life Magazine’s latest issue.

Mo Abudu talks about quitting a well-paying job, rising to become a leading African media mogul, the G factor, and more on this issue tagged, “Mo Abudu: Africa’s Foremost Storyteller”.

She says:

I knew that we had a responsibility for telling those stories and sharing our stories. With a talk show, I was able to cover a plethora of topics and engage with a variety of stakeholders across the continent.

On quitting a prestigious high paying job to pursue her dream

Scary thought at the time, but I knew instinctively that I wanted to do more. On reflection now, I understand why some friends and family were worried about my decision. I had a great job, [was] paid well, the sky was the limit and I walked away from it all.

On launching EbonyLife TV

I just wanted to do a good job, excel at it… We have been fortunate for many reasons: setting out a clear vision, building a great team, producing quality content, investing in IP and story development, attending global industry events, continually pitching ideas globally, never taking no for an answer and of course loads of prayers and fasting along the way.

It has been an incredible journey producing films that resonate with our audiences at home and abroad. Our box office success demonstrates that audiences enjoy relevant storytelling that reflects their everyday lives. I believe having the right cast mix, infusing high production value, working with the right teams, marketing, and personally for me, prayer and fasting have all contributed to our success.

On changing the

narrative about Africa and telling stories that resonate with every African

I have said it time and time again the continent (Africa) has remained creatively silent for centuries, our stories are never told. Meanwhile, there is too much of the same in global storytelling. The world wants more, and because we are now able to provide a variety of stories told against a backdrop never seen before, we now have a seat at the table. Our stories are being accepted because they are authentic and relevant. Of course, most recent is the clarion call for Black Lives Matter and Black Stories Matter.

The action-packed series, inspired by true events that took place in the West African Kingdom of Dahomey, will show the ultimate strength of women coming together, fighting to protect and honor their people. We are thrilled with this unique opportunity and look forward to bringing this story to audiences around the world.

We are so excited about our partnership with Netflix, totally unprecedented, this is the first multiple deal to be done with an African and Nigerian production company. It’s historical and groundbreaking.

For Nollywood, it’s the first-of-its-kind partnership that will bring some of Nigeria’s most iconic storytelling to a global audience. This partnership will help grow the Nigerian creative industry and get our stories out there.

Benue University Deputy Vice Chancellor Dies From Coronavirus

Benue State University Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof Godwin Achinge has been confirmed dead days after testing positive for Coronavirus.

The deceased who was also the vice-chairman of Benue State Action Committee on COVID-19, died on Sunday July 5, at an undisclosed hospital in Jos, the Plateau State capital.

Vanguard reported that a member of the Action committee who spoke on condition of anonymity as he confirmed the death of Prof. Achinge to newsmen, said;

“We lost our Vice Chairman, Prof. Achinge to the virus this afternoon in Jos, but we are still waiting for the family to be briefed on the development.”

COVID-19: Madagascar re-imposes Lockdown Over Rise in Cases

A new surge in coronavirus infections in Madagascar’s capital, Antananarivo, has prompted the country to place the capital city under a fresh lockdown.

The presidency in a statement on Sunday, July 5, stated that the region is returning to full lockdown, CGTN reported.

As part of the lockdown measures, the presidency said no traffic will be allowed in or out of the region until July 20 and that the city will be placed under curfew.

The statement from the presidency further stated that only one person per household will be allowed to go out into the street between 6am and 12pm.

The authorities stated that the measures were taken because of the spread and increase of COVID-19 cases.

The latest rise of COVID-19 cases Madagascar may come as a surprise due to the fact that the country has claimed that its local herbal remedy called COVID-19 tonic could cure the disease.

Senator Adeleke Gifts His Daughter Adenike A Benz for Her Graduation (See Photos)

Senator Adeleke’s daughter, Adenike Adeleke, was recently all shades of happy as she got a luxurious graduation gift from her father; a brand new Mercedes Benz.

Recall Senator Adeleke had a proud father moment a month ago, as he witnessed his daughter graduate from university. She was among the class of 2020 who graduated from Oakland University in Alabama, US.

Well it appears he was so proud of her that he splashed millions on a new whip for her. A clearly ecstatic Adenike who is also singer Davido’s cousin, took to her Instagram page to share photos of herself posing by the black Mercedes ride.

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Late Ajimobi’s Family Apologise And Explain Why Oyo Dep. Gov Was Barred From Attending 8th Fidau Prayer

The family of late former Oyo State governor, Abiola Ajimobi has explained why the state’s Deputy Governor, Rauf Olaniyan was prevented from attending the 8th day Fidau prayer of the late governor.

Ajimobi’s family explained that the prayer was in strict adherence to federal government’s social distance directive, adding that they were not aware of the deputy governor’s visit.

Olaniyan, the Head of Service, Ololade and the Commissioner for land, Mr Abiodun Abdul-Raheem, had arrived Ajimobi’s residence in Ibadan, the state capital but were prevented from having access into the deceased house.

However, spokesperson to the deceased governor, Mr Bolaji Tunji, in a statement said: “There is the need to clarify the believed presence of the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan at the 8th day prayer of HE Senator Abiola Ajimobi, the immediate past Governor of Oyo State.

“The Deputy Governor arrived after the prayer had started. The event was strictly a family affair.

“There was a need to comply with the Covid-19 protocol as established by NCDC – Social distancing, not more than 30 people in a place and seats arranged, accordingly. After which the gate was shut.

“No one was aware that the Deputy Governor was coming as neither the advance team nor the protocol informed us.

“By the time we got to the gate to usher him into the sitting room, he had left. Everything happened within a spate of 10mins.

The family also disclosed that efforts were made to inform the deputy governor what happened “was not to slight him and he could sit in a private sitting room” but he had left the venue of the prayer.

They also apologised to Olaniyan for the incident.

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#OldMarlian: Naira Marley To Give This Elderly Man N1 Million For Performing ‘Mafo’

Naira Marley has picked an elderly marlian among the winners of his dance challenge and he has promised to gift the man a sum of one hundred thousand naira.

The elderly man is seen in a new video performing Naira Marley’s Mafo and funny thing is the man sounds a lot like Naira Marley and his also unable to pronouce R well.

Reacting to the video, Naira Marley wrote;

I’ve got 1million Naira here for you sir.
Marlians help me find him

Man Cut Passionately Romancing and ‘Kissing’ Bobrisky (Video)

A yet to be identified man has become the topic for gossip after he was seen in a viral video, passionately romancing and “rocking” Nigerian cross dresser, Bobrisky.

In the video, the man who appears to be a fan was seen kissing the popular Nigerian bleaching expert, whose real name is Idris Olorunwaje Okuneye

However some social media users have reacted to the video, some have criticised the cross dresser for going back to his girly lifestyle after embracing his true gender during his father’s birthday.

Wedding Photos of Nollywood Actors, Lateef Adedimeji and Adebimpe Oyebade That Went Viral on Social Media

Congratulatory messages have been falling in place for Nollywood celebrities, Adedimeji Lateef and Adebimpe Oyebade whose wedding photos hit the internet today and have since gone viral.

Adebimpe Oyebade who released some of the adorable wedding photos on her Instagram page wrote ;

“”I don’t need paradise because I found you @adedimejilateef”

Recall that a few months ago, Adebimpe Oyebade popularly known as Adebimpe Omo Oba revealed in an interview with BroadwayTV that she can not date her colleague Lateef Adedimeji because he is not her type of man.

According to the 26-year-old, the fact that they have acted a lot of romantic scenes together is what is making fans believe they are in a relationship.

Debunking the rumours, the AMVCA Nominee said

”I am not in a relationship with Lateef Adedimeji but we are friends. I won’t deny the fact that we are friends, we are close friends. We are not in a relationship; we are both in different relationships.”

[Music] Sas Lamar – Money Ft. Dablix Osha

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Nigerian Talented singer, Sas Lamar debuts a new dope jam featuring Nigeria trending trap master Dablix Oosha they both come through with a new song titled “Money”.

As he joins the trend on social media…trust me this jam will surely be on ur top listening jam. Prod by Awotrick.

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[Music] Tobi Myhtee – Hear My Story Ft. Ayanfe Viral

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Teekaah Emiper Entertainment Talented Afrobeat artiste, Tobi Myhtee finally comes through with his anticipated single “Hear My Story” featuring Ayanfe viral, just to start our new week.

Rapper Tobi Myhtee taps on Amazing Sleek for the productions of this certified hit and links up with singing rapper, Ayanfe Viral took this song to the next level with his melody and prayerful lyrics.

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Fire Razes Calabar’s Second Biggest Market

Many sections of the popular Marian Market in Calabar, the River state capital was in the early hours of Saturday, July 4, gutted by a terrible fire outbreak.

According to AIT Live, the inferno, the cause of which is yet unknown, damaged many shops housing properties worth millions of Naira in the commercial hub.

However, official details on the extent of damage caused by the flames have not been given, including a record of possible casualties from the fire.

FG Moves To End DSTV’s Monopoly, Says Multichoice Is Cheating Nigerians

The Federal Government has revealed plans to end the monopoly enjoyed by cable television service providers, especially Digital Satellite Television, owned by MultiChoice, a South Africa-based company.

The plan is said to include ending exclusive rights to sporting events.

Only DStv currently broadcasts major football competitions in Nigeria, especially the English Premier League.

The government said it had amended Nigeria’s broadcasting code to prevent DStv and others from monopolising their channels and contents.

The House has been probing DStv for allegedly cheating its Nigerian subscribers by restricting them to prepaid plans and increasing its subscription rates on June 1, 2020, despite the economic impact of COVID-19 pandemic lockdown on the people.

At the continuation of the investigative hearings organised by an ad hoc committee of the House on the matter in Abuja on Tuesday, Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, had dismissed claims by DStv that pay-per-view was not proper for the Nigerian market. 

Mohammed noted that StarTimes, the cable arm of the Nigerian Television Authority, was already operating for some years.

In an audio recording obtained by our correspondent, Mohammed could be heard responding to questions from the lawmakers.

The minister said, “On the issue of increase in price for subscribers, with the onset of COVID-19, one of the first things we did in the ministry with the NBC (National Broadcasting Commission) was to provide succour to broadcasters.

“We suspended payment for the initial two months to all broadcasters so that they would be able to absorb the impact of COVID-19. Therefore, it will be unfair for those for whom we have suspended payment to also at the same time increase their own fees. And I’m sure that the DG of NBC will take up this matter.”

On the issue of monopoly, Mohammed stated that the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), had in 2019 set up a board of enquiry to look into the activities of broadcasting stations, to ascertain the potency of the broadcasting code and broadcasting act to curtail and regulate the industry against excesses.

He added, “We took that opportunity also to make right recommendations to Mr President, including the breaking of the monopoly of the various giant operators. It is to the credit of Mr President that he did approve those recommendations.”

Mohammed noted that some recommendations would require that the National Assembly amend the provisions of the Nigeria Broadcasting Act.

The minister said, “You will notice, in recent weeks, a lot of attacks on the ministry as a result of these amendments. These amendments have actually struck at the heart of monopoly. These amendments are, for once, giving back to Nigerians their own industry.”

Earlier, Chairman of the committee, Mr Unyime Idem, asked Mohammed and the acting Director General of the NBC, Armstrong Idachaba, to order DStv to suspend its recent rates’ increment.

Mohammed immediately ordered the Idachaba to issue the notice.

Idem had stated that the minister and all stakeholders present should ensure and commence full implementation of its directives.

The House committee’s order included “a marching order to the service providers, particularly Multichoice’s DStv, to reverse the recent June 1, 2020 price hike and revert to the old price as this is not the best of times to increase the prices of services, no matter the reasons for such increase, taking into consideration the ravaging effect of COVID-19 on the economy of Nigerians.”

It added, “Come up with a robust strategy to break the monopoly and open up the industry for larger participation. PAYG regime for the digital TV broadcasting in Nigeria, with particular reference to DStv, GOtv, StarTimes and Kwese TV.

“Deregulation of content right by DTH (direct-to home), DTT (digital terrestrial television) and IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) operators. Encouraging local content participation through content sharing.

Source: Punchng.com

Throwback: My Dream Was to Own Two Okadas, One Danfo, says Hushpuppi

Alleged international fraudster, Ramon Abbas aka Ray Hushpuppi, once said his dream was to own two commercial motorcycles otherwise known as okada and a commercial bus popularly called danfo.

He said this during a live Instagram video with social media influencer, Abisoye Michael, aka Oyemyke in 2018.

Ironically, 13 luxury cars including two Rolls Royce, a Bentley, a Mercedes Benz G Wagon, Ferrari, Maybach, Bugatti and others worth $6.8m (N2.5bn) have been seized from Hushpuppi.

The alleged fraudster, who is in the United States facing charges of money laundering, fraud, and conspiracy, said he grew up in Oworonshoki, a Lagos community of mainly low and middle-income earners.

Oworonshoki is very close to the Third Mainland Bridge that links the highbrow Island to the mainland.

Hushpuppi said the reality on the island was in sharp contrast with that of Oworonshoki and he was determined to make it in life.

He stated that he also intended marrying an ‘amala girl’ who would own a small restaurant and they would live comfortably.

Responding to a question, he said, “I was born in Oworonshoki which is like the tip of the island. It is the place from where you go to the island. Everyone in Oworonshoki was used to the island and most of the people were working on the island. I saw how people lived.

“When I started going to the island, I saw that cars we never dreamt of owning in our lives, they were using them to take children to school. I wrote a post that my dream in life before was to have two okadas and one danfo. It was the definition of success to me at one point in my life.

“I was only dreaming of God giving me two okadas that would deliver daily payments to me every night then I would have one danfo and date the daughter of an amala seller which would be giving me steady food and she would have her own shop. It used to be our dream at one point in life.”

In the interview, Hushpuppi also opened up on his family.

He stated that he put his mum in one of the most expensive hotels in Dubai for several weeks and blessed her with the finest things of life.

He said, “My mum has been here in Dubai. She was enjoying one of the most expensive suites they have in one of the best hotels in Dubai. She was lounging every day. She was having the best medical attention in the world but I don’t have to tell anybody because this is my family.

“These are the people that were there for me before you people tried to come into my life. These are the people who made me, who sent me to school, who always receive me anytime I go to hustle and things don’t work out. These are the people I fall back on. They didn’t push me away so why should I now expose my mum to the world? I don’t have to.

“I am even closer to my dad than my mum. My mum is educated but my dad is not really educated. My mum schooled in London. I can bring my mum on the show to speak but my dad cannot really speak English but he is smart.

“The code I live by today is based on the advice of my dad. So, my dad has been my guide and backbone.”

Hushpuppi risks spending 20 years in a US federal prison if he is found guilty.

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FBI Release The Number of Years Hushpuppi Will Spend in Jail if Convicted

Investigations have commenced into the alleged fraudulent activities of Ramon Abba, popularly known as Hushpuppi, on how he and his gang attempted to dupe a Premier League club to the tune of £100m (N48bn).

Over 10 days after the arrest of the alleged fraudster, the Dubai police released a footage that captured the operation dubbed ‘Fox Hunt 2’ that led to the arrests.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director, Christopher Wray, has extended his appreciation to the government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), represented by the Dubai Police General HQ, for the concerted efforts in arresting alleged fraudsters.

The fresh allegation is contained in an affidavit according to Special Agent, Andre Innocenti, who is in charge of the Los Angeles Filed Office High-tech Organise Crime Squad.

Hushpuppi, according to the document, is facing charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering among others.

The affidavit read in part: “Abbas and others further conspired to launder hundreds of millions of dollars from other fraudulent schemes and computer intrusions, including one scheme to steal £100 million (approximately $124 million) from an English Premier League soccer club.”

According to the FBI Hushpuppi risks spending 20 years in jail once he is convicted.

“If convicted of conspiracy to engage in money laundering, Abbas would face a statutory maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison,” the FBI said.

The Instagram celebrity and big money spender was recently arrested in Dubai, alongside one Mr Woodbery and several others, by Interpol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in Dubai.

The 12 suspects were arrested in six simultaneous raids carried out by the e-police unit of the Dubai Police. The gang was responsible for Dh1.6 billion (about N169 billion) fraud involving over 1.9 million victims. Items worth N15.845 billion (Dh 150 million) were also seized.

Former Super Eagles Defender, Taye Taiwo Joins His 11th Club, Doxa Katokopias FC in Cyprus (Photos)

Former Super Eagles defender, Taye Taiwo has joined Cypriot top-flight side, Doxa Katokopias FC on a free transfer.

The 35-year-old left fullback who last played for Finnish side FC RoPs signed twelve months contract with Doxa Katokopias FC with the option of another year. He will wear No.33 jersey for the club.

Sharing photos of himself posing with the club jersey,Taye wrote: ‘Thanks God. Enjoy every moment of football God bless.’

Doxa Katokopias is Taiwo’s eleventh club since moving to Europe in 2005. The former Lobi Stars has played for Marseille, Milan, Queens Park Rangers, Dynamo Kyiv, Bursaspor, HJK Helsinki, Lausanne, AFC Eskilstuna, and RoPS.

He also made 54 appearances for the Super Eagles of Nigeria and scored eight goals.