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...

PALESTINIANS VOTE IN RARE GAZA ELECTION AMID WAR DAMAGE AND POLITICAL TENSIONS. (PHOTO).


 Palestinians vote in rare Gaza election amid war damage and political tensions


 Palestinians cast ballots in tents and repurposed buildings in central Gaza, marking the first election held in part of the territory in more than two decades. More than 70,000 voters were eligible to participate in the municipal vote in Deir al-Balah, a city heavily damaged by airstrikes but spared a ground invasion. Officials described the single-city election as a symbolic pilot aimed at politically reconnecting Gaza with the occupied West Bank, both of which are seen as essential to any future Palestinian state. Many voters cited the collapse of basic services and widespread devastation as reasons for turning out, saying they hoped elected councils could help restore access to water, electricity, and infrastructure. By early afternoon, turnout stood at 24.5%, with participation varying across polling sites.
The vote comes amid a broader political and humanitarian crisis, with no presidential or legislative elections held since 2006. Local elections are being promoted as a limited step toward reform and governance, even as logistical challenges forced officials to improvise with voting materials. Restrictions on supplies led to the use of makeshift ballot boxes and leftover ink, while a lack of traditional voter registration added to the difficulties. The candidate pool has narrowed significantly, with most races dominated by ruling faction affiliates or independents, reflecting growing political disillusionment. Meanwhile, Gaza’s leadership remains in flux as the region prepares for a potential transition in governance following years of conflict. Analysts say the elections offer a modest opportunity to demonstrate reform efforts, but skepticism remains high among residents who question whether meaningful political change will follow.

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