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Extortion: Travellers commend immigration for sacking eight officers

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11 months ago

November 5, 2022

The Nigeria Immigration Service on Friday dismissed eight of its personnel from the service for various offences relating to indiscipline, employment racketeering and other forms of corrupt practices. Also, 18 officers were sanctioned for the same reason.

Last month, the Comptroller-General, NIS, Isah Idris, ordered the investigation into a case of extortion perpetrated by officers of the agency at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Ikeja, Lagos.

The order followed a recent outcry on Twitter by a Dubai, United Arab Emirates-bound Nigerian, who alleged massive extortion of under-40 Nigerians travelling to the Gulf city. Idris also ordered “the withdrawal” of the entire shift on duty at the time of the incident.

A statement on Friday by Kenneth Kure, a Chief Superintendent of Immigration at the Public Relations Unit, on behalf of the Comptroller-General, Isah Idris, indicated that 100 of its personnel working at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, were deployed out of the airport with immediate effect.

Idris noted that the conduct of the personnel grossly remained unbecoming and unacceptable as members of the service.

He said the decision was taken following the approval granted by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board.

The Chief Superintendent of Immigration was ordered to go on compulsory retirement and nine others were demoted.

The court “After exhaustive deliberations by the committees, eight personnel comprising one Chief Superintendent of Immigration, two Deputy Superintendents of Immigration, two Assistant Superintendents of Immigration II and three rank and file were summarily dismissed from the service.’’

Reacting to the development, a father of three whose two sons are studying in the United Kingdom, Monday Joseph, while applauding the immigration’s move, stated that he was the happiest man upon hearing the news.

He said, “My sons always have to travel with extra cash because immigration officers always extort money from them. The last time was a few months ago. I got so angry that if not for the amount I had paid as tuition, I would have stopped them from travelling together. I say kudos to the immigration leadership. I am so glad.”

Another traveller who spoke on condition of anonymity said that he was happy that at least he and other travellers could now travel without fear of being extorted.

Also, a traveller, Okeke Solomon, who claimed to have experienced extortion in the hands of immigration officers while travelling outside and returning into the country stated that the development was long overdue.

Solomon said, “The immigration needs to sack more erring officers so that the others will know that they are not above the law.’’

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Popular Nollywood Actor Lekan Olatunji loses wife

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3 weeks ago

September 15, 2023

Yinka Rahman

Nollywood Actor Lekan Olatunji loses wife

Nollywood Lekan Olatunji, a prominent figure in Nollywood, is in deep pains as he lost his wife to the cold hands of death.

Tribune reported that Olatunji announced the death of his wife after canceling a proposed shoot meant to hold on Thursday.

The Nollywood actor revealed that his wife died after spending millions of Naira on her health.

The sad news came some months after the actor survived a horrific car accident.

The exact cause of his wife’s illness has not been disclosed to the public at this time. However, it is clear that this loss will bring profound pain and heartbreak to Olatunji, who relied on his wife’s unwavering support during his recovery from the car accident.

In June 2022, Olatunji was involved in a ghastly motor accident that left him with several bodily injuries. He spent months in the hospital, undergoing treatment and rehabilitation. Reflecting on the accident, Olatunji revealed that he had a strange feeling about his journey on the day of the incident.

Despite this intuition, he proceeded with his plans and boarded a car to Ikorodu for a movie shoot. However, he unexpectedly fell asleep during the journey and woke up in the hospital.

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Another Nollywood Actress Is Dead

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3 weeks ago

September 15, 2023

Yinka Rahman

Another Nollywood Actress Is Dead

Nollywood actress Cindy Amadi, known for her role in the lesbian-themed film “Ife”, has reportedly passed away.

Her death was confirmed in a statement issued by the producers of the film, posted on their Instagram page.

It read; “We are greatly, deeply, and unbelievably saddened to learn about the passing of Cindy Amadi, who played Adaora in #ìféthemovie.

Moyo Lawal Loves Making S3x Video

“Cindy brought her magic to our set and changed our lives forever. She was very enthusiastic about developing her craft and growing her career, and continuing to showcase her talent. She was well on her way until her untimely passing.

“We cannot begin to imagine the pain and loss her family feel right now. On behalf of our entire cast and crew, we send our deepest condolences to her family and wish them all the comfort they need at this time.

“Rest in Peace, Cindy. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. We will always remember you, and you live on in our hearts forever. #GoneTooSoon

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Moyo Lawal Loves Making S3x Video

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3 weeks ago

September 15, 2023

Yinka Rahman

Moyo Lawal loves s3x video, ex-boyfriend Actor MC Ug Future drops bombshell

Popular Nollywood actor, Ugochukwu Onyinanya better known as MC Ug Future has revealed his affair with Moyo Lawal, claiming the actress loves s3x tapes.

In the wake of the actress’s nude tape, the upcoming actor took to his Facebook page and claimed that he dated the actress between 2020 to 2021.

Though he isn’t one to betray people, he revealed that Moyo Lawal loved private s3x video and a lot of crázy things.

MC Ug Future further revealed that he has their s3x tapes but can’t hurt her and himself, though she had hurt him many times.

“I was not raised to betray people, I dated Moyo Lawal for 2 years 2020 – 2021. She loves private video & a lot of crazy things.
I have all our s3x tapes, all these while but I can’t hurt my colleague and myself. Though she hurt me many times”.

MC Ug Future’s post however triggered a backlash, with many criticizing him for chasing clout with the actress’s name. Some likened him to Biblical, Judas Iscariot.

One Okorie Naydo wrote, “Judas in disguise Ewu Gambia”.

One Adawise wrote, “Was this necessary”.

One Secunda Onyi wrote, “Radio without battery. Judas”.

One Ada Diuto wrote, “I was not raised to betray people, then boom! He tells social media that he has her S3x tapes. I am confused”.

One Everything Mayowa wrote, “You were not afraid to betray people but you were raised to cast them, well raised”.

One Hausa Panda wrote, “See Judas Iscariot apprentice”.

One Lizpg65 wrote, “Dates Moyo ke? I thought she said she was celibate. But what’s the relevance of your information uncle?? Wetin I know sef?? Na una sabi”.