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Abuja Lawyer Accuses Malami Of Plotting To Unlawfully Extradite Nigerian Citizen

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4 years ago

August 18, 2022

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An Abuja-based legal practitioner, Mr Kayode Ajulo has accused the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Malam Abubakar Malami, SAN, of plotting to extradite a Nigerian citizen, Adesina Lasisi to the United States of America, while the extradition request is pending at the Court of Appeal, Abuja.

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja had on May 26, granted request by the AGF for the extradition of Lasisi to the USA to face corruption allegations.

The court while delivering judgment in the Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/126/2022, committed Lasisi to the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for extradition to America as a fugitive.

It further ordered him to await the order of the Attorney General for his surrender to the United States of America.

The defendant, according to Ajulo, appealed the judgment of the trial court and applied for stay of execution of the decision of the lower court.

In a statement released to journalists in Abuja on Thursday, Ajulo, however, accused the AGF of unprofessional and unethical conduct by allegedly colluding with the US authorities to extradite the Nigerian citizen when the Court of Appeal has taken over the matter.

“It has come to my attention that the Attorney General of the Federation in collusion with the United States Government has continued with the extradition process of a Nigerian Citizen to the United States notwithstanding his pending appeal at the Court of Appeal, Abuja”, Ajulo stated.

He claimed that both the Notice of Appeal and the Application for Stay of Execution were duly served on the AGF, adding that Record of Appeal has been compiled and transmitted and the Appeal was entered on July 1, 2022 with Appeal No. CA/ABJ/CV/711/2022.

He said, “As lead counsel to the Appellant, I therefore, find it highly unprofessional, unethical and in fact, unlawful that the Attorney General, the Chief Law Officer, would take steps towards the execution of the said judgment of the trial Court, which is already a subject of an appeal.

“The law is elementary beyond citing of authorities that parties to a suit are not permitted to take any steps capable of foisting a state of helplessness on either party or the court during the pendency of an action in court and even after.

“When a suit is pending before a court, neither party is permitted to dispose of the subject matter of the suit in order not to overreach the other party. This is in accord with common sense and fair play.

“The action of the Attorney General is, therefore, akin to self-help and taking the law into one’s hand in a matter over which the Court of Appeal is already seized.

“This has been condemned in several decisions by Supreme Court.

“It has no place in a civilized society and the Apex Court has held on plethora of cases that it would not lend its judicial credence to such reprehensible act.’

He, however, urged the AGF to use the instrumentality of his office to ensure that the hallowed temple of justice is not desecrated by ensuring that the appellant is allowed to exercise his constitutionally guaranteed right of appeal, and the pending appeal at the Court of Appeal is allowed to run its course before setting in motion the machinery for execution of the judgment of the trial court, should the need arise.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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6 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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Lazio midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is a subject of interest from three Premier League clubs, according to Sky Sports.

Lazio reportedly rejected offers from Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth for the Nigeria international in January.

La Biancolesti are bracing for more interest in Dele-Bashiru ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sky Sports.

The 24-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Serie A club.

The attacking midfielder joined the Rome-based club from Turkish Super Lig outfit Hatayspor in 2024.

He has been a regular feature for Lazio this season.

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Xenophobic Attacks: Nigerian Students To Picket MTN, MultiChoice, Other Businesses

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6 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS South-West Zone D, has announced plans to picket South African companies in Nigeria following the ongoing xenophobic attacks in the country.

DAILY POST reports that some Nigerians were recently killed in South Africa over the violent attacks.

A statement issued to newsmen by Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode, Coordinator, NANS South-West, Zone D, said that the association is mobilizing to take decisive and lawful action by organizing peaceful picketing and mass advocacy against South African business interests operating in Nigeria.

“We categorically state that the continued targeting of Nigerians under any guise is unacceptable and must come to an immediate end.

“This will include major corporations such as MTN Group and MultiChoice Group. It is morally indefensible for businesses to thrive in an environment where the lives of Nigerians are protected, while Nigerians are subjected to fear and violence elsewhere.

“This contradiction will no longer be tolerated,” the statement said.

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N5m, N10m Zero-interest Loans: SheVentures Opens Applications For Women Entrepreneurs

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8 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has opened a new round of applications for its SheVentures proposition, offering zero-interest loans of up to ₦10 million to women entrepreneurs to ease access to working capital and support business growth.

The facility provides loans ranging from ₦500,000 to ₦5 million under a general category, and ₦5 million to ₦10 million for sector-specific businesses, with funding capped at up to 50% of an applicant’s average monthly turnover.

At the centre of the offering is a 0% interest rate, with all charges embedded in a transparent structure.

Repayment is structured over four or six months, allowing businesses to match obligations with their cash flow cycles.

Yemisi Edun, Managing Director and Chief Executive of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), said the initiative reflects a deliberate approach to inclusive growth.

“Inclusive growth requires access to capital and the right conditions for businesses to deploy that capital effectively.

“Women-led enterprises are critical to economic activity, yet they face structural barriers.

This intervention aims to help close that gap by providing financing that supports job creation, business expansion, and long-term sustainability for women entrepreneurs.”

“Access to affordable finance remains a major constraint for women entrepreneurs,” said Nnenna Jacob-Ogogo, Group Head, SheVentures and Impact Segments at First City Monument Bank (FCMB).

“By removing the cost barrier and offering quick, flexible funding, this zero-interest loan is designed to safeguard existing jobs, enable businesses to invest in growth initiatives, and foster resilience in challenging economic conditions.”

Women-owned businesses account for a significant share of Nigeria’s small and medium-sized enterprises but continue to face high borrowing costs and limited access to credit.

Through these efforts, SheVentures tackles persistent financing gaps facing women-led businesses, combining targeted funding with broader support to empower women entrepreneurs, encourage business innovation, and enhance their ability to compete on a national scale.

Applications for the zero-interest loan are now open.Apply now.