COURT JAILS TWO FOR N14.8M FRAUD IN MAIDUGURI. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Court Jails Two for N14.8m Fraud in Maiduguri Justice B.T Zannah of the Borno State High Court sitting in Maiduguri, on Monday, July 13, 2026 convicted and sentenced two to three years imprisonment. The convicts are: Babagana Bukar and Hauwa Chabri.  The convicts were arraigned on Monday, July 13, 2026 by the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on a separate one -count charge for the offence of criminal misappropriation to the tune of N14,800,000.00 (Fourteen  Million, Eight Hundred Thousand Naira). The charge against Bukar reads: "That you, Babagana Bukar sometimes in 2025 at Maiduguri, Borno State within the jurisdiction of this honourable court, dishonestly misappropriated and converted to your own use the aggregate sum of N8,800,000.00 (Eight Million, Eight Hundred Thousand Naira)  money belonging to Bunu Gambo Liman, being amount given to you through Babakura Umar and Bello Adamu for the supplies of 100 bags of IRS...

LAGOS HOSTS AFRO-BRAZILIAN SUMMIT AHEAD OF FANTI CARNIVAL. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 LAGOS HOSTS AFRO-BRAZILIAN SUMMIT AHEAD OF FANTI CARNIVAL


The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has hosted the Afro-Brazilian Economic and Cultural Exchange Summit in preparation for the upcoming Fanti Carnival scheduled for Monday, 6th April 2026.


The summit, held at Glover Memorial Hall, Marina, on Thursday, 2nd April, 2026, was attended by key stakeholders from Nigeria and Brazil to strengthen bilateral relations and promote cultural and economic collaboration.


The Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry. At the Summit, Mrs Adebopo Oyekan-Ismaila highlighted the importance of leveraging shared heritage to drive economic growth and cultural diplomacy.


The summit featured insightful panel sessions centred on the creative economy, cultural exchange, and heritage preservation. Discussions explored the growing role of film and storytelling in documenting history and educating younger generations about their cultural roots.


Panellists also examined the importance of heritage preservation and cultural diplomacy, with particular emphasis on safeguarding monuments and integrating Afro-Brazilian influences into architecture to prevent cultural extinction.


Participants further engaged in robust conversations on expanding trade and investment opportunities, strengthening tourism, and fostering collaboration within the creative industry as viable tools for sustainable development.


The summit provided a dynamic platform for creatives, business leaders, cultural experts, and investors to exchange ideas and build meaningful partnerships that will enhance both economic and cultural ties between Nigeria and Brazil.


The Afro-Brazilian Economic and Cultural Exchange Summit underscored the deep-rooted historical connections between both nations while setting the stage for a vibrant and culturally enriching Fanti Carnival.


The event was attended by Directors and officials of the Ministry, alongside distinguished guests from various sectors.

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