The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has re-arraigned a former governor of Abia, Orji Kalu, and two others on a 34-count amended charge bordering on fraud.
Mr. Kalu, his company, Slok Nigeria Limited and his former Commissioner for Finance, Jones Udeogo, were re-arraigned before Justice Anwuri Chikere of the Federal High Court, Abuja on Tuesday.
The defendants’ plea that the court should await the pending appeal by Slok before the Supreme Court failed.
Justice Chikere refused the defendants’ objection to their arraignment and ordered that the charge be read to them.
Mr. Kalu and others were, in the amended charge, accused of diverting about N3.2 billion from the Abia government’s treasury during Mr. Kalu’s tenure as governor.
They all pleaded not guilty to the charges and Mr. Chikere allowed them on bail on the terms attached to the bail granted them on April 30, 2008.
They had, eight years earlier been arraigned before Justice Adamu Bello, who is now retired.
The court adjourned the case till Dec. 6 for commencement of trial.
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Tuesday, 27 September 2016
U.S. ELECTION DEBATE GO VIRAL
Donald Trump’s case of the sniffles during Monday night’s presidential debate with Hillary Clinton has gone viral on social media, spawning jokes and ironic asides about a candidate who has made his opponent’s health an issue.
Hashtags like Sniffles, TrumpSniffles and Trumpsniffing proliferated after the Republican sniffled repeatedly in the opening minutes of the widely watched matchup.
Comedian Stephen Colbert joked that Trump “sounded like he was fighting off a cold with cocaine.”
Clinton’s debate comment about her opponent’s “Trumped-up trickle down” positions was immediately linked to his runny nose.
Others asked about Trump’s health. “Sounds like pneumonia to me,” tweeted former Democratic congressman John Dingell.
Pneumonia knocked Clinton off the campaign for a few days trail earlier this month, after Trump had repeatedly raised questions about her health and stamina.
“Geezus, Trump is going to make HRC sick again!” tweeted Carla Ingraham, paying on his “Make America Great Again” slogan.
In an interview with “Fox and Friends,” Trump said he didn’t have a cold or allergies. “There were no sniffles,” he said.
Hashtags like Sniffles, TrumpSniffles and Trumpsniffing proliferated after the Republican sniffled repeatedly in the opening minutes of the widely watched matchup.
Comedian Stephen Colbert joked that Trump “sounded like he was fighting off a cold with cocaine.”
Clinton’s debate comment about her opponent’s “Trumped-up trickle down” positions was immediately linked to his runny nose.
Others asked about Trump’s health. “Sounds like pneumonia to me,” tweeted former Democratic congressman John Dingell.
Pneumonia knocked Clinton off the campaign for a few days trail earlier this month, after Trump had repeatedly raised questions about her health and stamina.
“Geezus, Trump is going to make HRC sick again!” tweeted Carla Ingraham, paying on his “Make America Great Again” slogan.
In an interview with “Fox and Friends,” Trump said he didn’t have a cold or allergies. “There were no sniffles,” he said.
PYTHON BITES A MAN POSING SEFIES
Forest department officials in India have promised strict action after a python attacked a man when a group was trying to click a photo with the snake.
The incident took place on Friday after forest department officials removed the python from the premises of a school in northwestern Rajasthan State.
People in the group were posing for pictures with it after successfully capturing it.
Deputy Conservator of Forests, K.G. Shrivastav said the incident was unexpected as all officers were highly trained.
“I wanted the snake to be released in my presence, but the officials released it before I could reach the spot.
“I had no clue that civilians were also present at the spot and something could go wrong as all the officials are highly trained.
“Clicking selfies with the snake and releasing the photos publicly is an offence under the Wildlife Act and we will issue notice to all involved in this incident,’’ Shrivastav said.
The victim, Ashok Vishnoi, accepted that the incident happened due to carelessness on his part.
“The moment I received the news, I reached the location. I did not realise how close I was to the python and it attacked me. This is entirely my fault,” said the victim.
Vishnoi added that the mishap happened in a short span of time in spite that the rescue officials had a strong grip on the reptile.
The snake was later released
The incident took place on Friday after forest department officials removed the python from the premises of a school in northwestern Rajasthan State.
People in the group were posing for pictures with it after successfully capturing it.
Deputy Conservator of Forests, K.G. Shrivastav said the incident was unexpected as all officers were highly trained.
“I wanted the snake to be released in my presence, but the officials released it before I could reach the spot.
“I had no clue that civilians were also present at the spot and something could go wrong as all the officials are highly trained.
“Clicking selfies with the snake and releasing the photos publicly is an offence under the Wildlife Act and we will issue notice to all involved in this incident,’’ Shrivastav said.
The victim, Ashok Vishnoi, accepted that the incident happened due to carelessness on his part.
“The moment I received the news, I reached the location. I did not realise how close I was to the python and it attacked me. This is entirely my fault,” said the victim.
Vishnoi added that the mishap happened in a short span of time in spite that the rescue officials had a strong grip on the reptile.
The snake was later released
LEON BALOGUN DROPPED AS SUPPER EGLE CONFRONT ZAMBIA
Super Eagles’ Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, has replaced injured defender Leon Balogun with Uche Henry Agbo for next month’s 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier away to Zambia’s Chipolopolo in Ndola.
Balogun, the FSV Mainz 05 of Germany centre –back, who shone in the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania in Uyo earlier this month, was named in Nigeria’s 23 –man roster for the big match before copping an injury.
Granada FC of Spain’s Agbo has already been contacted by Gernot Rohr and his invitation letter sent by the Nigeria Football Federation.
He will join the other players who are expected to start arriving at the Bolton White Hotel and Apartments, Abuja on Sunday.
Balogun, the FSV Mainz 05 of Germany centre –back, who shone in the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania in Uyo earlier this month, was named in Nigeria’s 23 –man roster for the big match before copping an injury.
Granada FC of Spain’s Agbo has already been contacted by Gernot Rohr and his invitation letter sent by the Nigeria Football Federation.
He will join the other players who are expected to start arriving at the Bolton White Hotel and Apartments, Abuja on Sunday.
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On Tuesday 27-09-2016!
England manager Sam Allardyce could be in hot water with the FA following a sting by undercover reporters from the Daily Telegraph.
Chelsea are set to launch a £25m bid for Burnley's Michael Keane in a bid to solve their defensive crisis.
Mamadou Sakho has escaped a serious punishment from Liverpool following his outburst on social media, but Jurgen Klopp has told the Frenchman he will only play if there is a serious injury crisis.
Arsenal are sweating over the fitness of Francis Coquelin after he limped off in the win over Chelsea.
Jurgen Klopp has played down Liverpool's title chances despite bookmakers making the Reds second-favourites to Man City.
Toby Alderweireld insists Tottenham can cope with intimidating atmosphere in Russia ahead of CSKA Moscow clash.
Manchester United's Jose Mourinho will go head to head with AC Milan for Real Madrid playmaker Isco which could see captain Wayne Rooney fall further down the pecking order.
Mourinho, meanwhile, has held contract talks with Juan Mata, Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard.
Former USA boss Bob Bradley has had talks with Swansea supremo Huw Jenkins about becoming the Welsh club's new manager.
West Ham news boss Slaven Bilic has just three games to save his job as he nears the axe following Sunday's Southampton hammering.
Steve McClaren has turned down the chance to go back to struggling QPR - in case it puts extra pressure on his pal Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich will reportedly splash the cash to overhaul the Blues squad if they fail to compete for major honours this season.
Sunderland are reportedly interested in signing Liverpool flop Joao Teixeira on loan from Porto.
Team GB Olympic hero Mo Farah has said he'd love to become the fitness coach at Arsenal.
West Ham have been offered former AC Milan defender Kevin Constant, who is available on a free transfer.
Patrick Bamford has apologised to Chelsea supporters after the on-loan striker made a social media faux pas by 'liking' Arsenal duo Mesut Ozil and Hector Bellerin's Instagram photographs celebrating the win over the Blues.
Southampton's vaunted academy is watching teenage 'street' games in inner-city London as they bid to find the next big talent to roll off their production line.
Tottenham's global coaching team will use the same techniques as at the club's north London academy to provide 42 physical education teachers an insight into coaching at the elite level. In turn those newly-
trained teachers will work with 8,000 primary and middle school students in Guangzhou.
Joey Barton was once tricked into believing that Sir Alex Ferguson wanted to sign him for Manchester United, the player's new autobiography reveals.
On Tuesday 27-09-2016!
England manager Sam Allardyce could be in hot water with the FA following a sting by undercover reporters from the Daily Telegraph.
Chelsea are set to launch a £25m bid for Burnley's Michael Keane in a bid to solve their defensive crisis.
Mamadou Sakho has escaped a serious punishment from Liverpool following his outburst on social media, but Jurgen Klopp has told the Frenchman he will only play if there is a serious injury crisis.
Arsenal are sweating over the fitness of Francis Coquelin after he limped off in the win over Chelsea.
Jurgen Klopp has played down Liverpool's title chances despite bookmakers making the Reds second-favourites to Man City.
Toby Alderweireld insists Tottenham can cope with intimidating atmosphere in Russia ahead of CSKA Moscow clash.
Manchester United's Jose Mourinho will go head to head with AC Milan for Real Madrid playmaker Isco which could see captain Wayne Rooney fall further down the pecking order.
Mourinho, meanwhile, has held contract talks with Juan Mata, Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard.
Former USA boss Bob Bradley has had talks with Swansea supremo Huw Jenkins about becoming the Welsh club's new manager.
West Ham news boss Slaven Bilic has just three games to save his job as he nears the axe following Sunday's Southampton hammering.
Steve McClaren has turned down the chance to go back to struggling QPR - in case it puts extra pressure on his pal Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich will reportedly splash the cash to overhaul the Blues squad if they fail to compete for major honours this season.
Sunderland are reportedly interested in signing Liverpool flop Joao Teixeira on loan from Porto.
Team GB Olympic hero Mo Farah has said he'd love to become the fitness coach at Arsenal.
West Ham have been offered former AC Milan defender Kevin Constant, who is available on a free transfer.
Patrick Bamford has apologised to Chelsea supporters after the on-loan striker made a social media faux pas by 'liking' Arsenal duo Mesut Ozil and Hector Bellerin's Instagram photographs celebrating the win over the Blues.
Southampton's vaunted academy is watching teenage 'street' games in inner-city London as they bid to find the next big talent to roll off their production line.
Tottenham's global coaching team will use the same techniques as at the club's north London academy to provide 42 physical education teachers an insight into coaching at the elite level. In turn those newly-
trained teachers will work with 8,000 primary and middle school students in Guangzhou.
Joey Barton was once tricked into believing that Sir Alex Ferguson wanted to sign him for Manchester United, the player's new autobiography reveals.
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