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Enugu pastor to appear in court for allegedly swindling UK based woman of N29M
An Enugu High Court has directed the police to arraign the General Overseer, City of Jesus International Ministry (COJIM) one Pastor Christopher Orji in court for alleged fraud.
Hon. Justice Okey Anike of the Agbani High Court dismissed an application brought by the pastor seeking to stop the police from investigating allegations against him by a United Kingdom based woman, Dr Anyaegbunam A.
In the matter with Suit No: HAGB/ 50M/ 2021, the pastor sought the court to enforce his fundamental rights by stopping the police from investigating him on allegations brought to the police by the woman, who alleged that the Applicant obtained several gifts and donation from her in the name of his church using misrepresentation of facts, fraud, deciet and undue influence.
When the 5th respondent who is based out of the country returned to Nigeria, she decided to visit the said man of God, where she received the shock of her life, as she realized that she has been swindled in the name of God.
It was maintained that the woman only realized that all the videos, and informations she was being fed while abroad about the said Church and its non- existent charity home, were all stagemanaged.
Regretably, when the said man of God realized that the bubble has bursted, as the woman came into Nigeria for a burial, and actually came to visit him, he was so shocked that he refused to see this woman( the 5th respondent) – his benefactor who supposedly has ‘donated’ about N29,000,000:00 (Twenty nine Million naira only) both in Cash transfer, and even a new Sienna Car to the supposed man of God, so as to help in charity.
Realizing that the woman (5th respondent) left their make-shift shanty, in utter disappointment and very disgusted, the said applicant started using all sorts of gimmicks to reach the applicant including threat to her life.
Subsequently, the woman made a demand to the man of God, and requested for the return of all her supposed donations including her computers , Laptops and Sienna which were obtained by false pretense, deceit , fraud and misrepresentation of facts to her.
This demand did not go down well with the said Pastor, who conspired with his cabals to report Dr Anyaegbunam to Okija Shrine, and all sorts of threat and invitation where meted to her; including telling her that she will die in 15days time…
Consequently, she reported to the Nigerian Police Force who invited the said Pastor Christopher Orji and obtained his statement. Rather than resolving the issue, Pastor Christopher Orji flew to High Court Agbani judicial Division, to institute Suit No: HAGB/ 50M/2021 praying the court to enforce his fundamental Rights, by restraining police from investigating his matter, which he claims is a civil matter, and for police to be stopped from inviting him.
The woman- victim who is seeking to get her materials back from the Pastor then engaged the services of a fiery Enugu Lawyer, Chief Sir OAU Onyema, of Akpaagu Chambers.
In its judgement the court noted, that while it is not the duty of the police to arrest the Applicant in connection with returning the goods which is civil matter between Pastor- member relationship, that the Police should Charge/arraign the Pastor, if there are prima facie evidence of crime, as the police alluded in their counter affidavit; and as such serve him arraignment Notice to appear in court for criminal proceeding.
Counsel to the applicant Chief Sir OAU Onyema, whose brief was held in court by one Sarah Okonkwo Esq, maintained that they have long filed and served the said Pastor civil claims at the Enugu State High Court in suit no E/217/2022 for civil remedies and for return of the materials including the Sienna car, and that due applications has been filed for the entire materials to be brought under the courts custody bending the determination of the substantive suit.
Son of the late head of state and former Minister of Defence, Chief Thomas Aguiyi-Ironsi, in a letter of remembrance and solidarity written on behalf of the Aguiyi-Ironsi family to the Fajuyi family, marking the 60th anniversary of his death, said July 29, 2026, will be a solemn occasion to honour a soldier they described as “a war hero who offered himself as a sacrificial lamb for the unity and integrity of the nation.”
The family recalled that Lt Col Fajuyi, then Military Governor of the Western Region, made the ultimate sacrifice in 1966 when mutinous soldiers abducted him alongside Maj Gen Aguiyi-Ironsi in Ibadan during the military counter-coup.
They stated that Fajuyi, in a defining moment of conscience, chose honour over personal safety and refused to abandon his guest and superior, a decision the family said reflected the highest ideals of loyalty, integrity, and military brotherhood.
According to the statement, his action transformed him into a national martyr whose legacy continued to inspire unity, courage, and selfless service.
The Aguiyi-Ironsi family also expressed sympathy with the Fajuyi family, acknowledging the enduring pain of their loss, while praying for continued strength, comfort, and peace.
The statement further stated, “He did not run. He did not hide. He chose to stand. In that sacrificial decision lay the essence of his greatness.”
The family called on government institutions, military authorities, and custodians of national memory to ensure sustained recognition and support for the Fajuyi family, stressing that his sacrifice remained a national responsibility to remember and honour.
It urged Nigerians to draw inspiration from his life and death, noting that his legacy continues to challenge the nation to uphold unity, courage, honour, and selfless service.
Fajuyi was killed on July 29, 1966, during the military counter-coup in Ibadan alongside Aguiyi-Ironsi.
By Okey Maduforo Awka
The emergence of Chief Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere as the Minority Leader of the Federal House of Representatives has been described as a vindication of the fact that the Action People’s Party (APP ) represents the collective interests of the Nigerian masses.
Recall that recently, Ugochinyere was elected as the Minority Leader of the party in a keenly contested election of the Federal House of Representatives.
According to a statement by the Chairman Anambra state chapter of the APP Chief Chijioke Okeke, Ugochinyere had been consistent in offering himself as the voice of the people and that of the voiceless.
“It did not come to us as a surprise that our great leader High Chief Ugochinyere became the Minority leader of the Federal House of Representatives because he has always been consistent and focus towards providing himself as the only vent for the masses at the Green Chambers”
“We know his pedegre as a politician as well as a leader and he has remained focus in ensuring that the voiceless are heard and this is also a vindication of our party’s unflinching desire to provide a veritable platform in a democratic process”
Okeke further stated that the fifth columnists who had attempted to deregister the party have been put to shame adding that the party shall continue to champion the interests of the Nigerian people.
“They made failed attempt at deregistering our great party but they lost sight of the fact that the APP is firmely rooted on ground and has all that it takes to drive the wishes and aspirations of the Nigerian populace and with this recent development our traducers have been put to shame and our party is on the path of further greatness “. Okeke noted .
By Okey Maduforo Awka
Six members of the Indigenous People Of Biafra IPOB have been declared wanted by the Nigerian Police .
The six persons led by Mr Chukwuebuka Ohaechesi, include Emma Okonkwo, Jude Uwa, Gentle Okoro, Uchenna Dike, and Emmanuel Nwankwo who are said to be at large.
The were said to have fled to neighboring states in the South East hence signaling the other four Police Commands in the geopolitical zone to assist in the manhunt for them
The Police accused them of executing protests against the detaintion of the leader of IPOB Mazi Nnamdi Kanu who is currently serving jail terms in Sokoto Correction Center.
According to a statement issued by the Abia Police Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASP Eguavon Omokaro, the individuals are suspected members of IPOB who have allegedly participated in protests at various times and locations within the state.
The statement alleged that the protests were organised in connection with the continued detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and demands for justice through the judicial process.
The Police Command further stated that these protests have allegedly resulted in breaches of peace and disruptions to law and order in Abia State. Consequently, the Police Intelligence Department reportedly concluded that the named individuals were among the principal organisers and coordinators of the demonstrations.
The statement further alleged that; ;
“It should be noted that on every 30th day of May, these men and their cohorts convene for the so-called remembrance of Biafra, holding clandestine meetings at various locations in the name of the emancipation of the Biafran Republic and the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.”
According to the police, the six individuals were invited on several occasions for questioning in relation to the allegations against them.
The statement indicated that the first invitation was issued on 18 December 2025, followed by a second invitation on 7 February 2026, and a third invitation on 3 March 2026.
The police alleged that the individuals failed to honour all three invitations.
The statement further asserted:
“These individuals were invited by the police on several occasions. Firstly, on 18 December 2025, they failed to honour the invitation. Again, they were invited on 7th February 2026 and failed to appear. Finally, they were invited on 3 March 2026, and they also failed to present themselves before the police.” It stated.
As a result, the Abia State Police Command announced that all six individuals had been formally declared wanted.
The police appealed to members of the public to provide any reliable information that could lead to their arrest and prosecution, stating that informants would be suitably rewarded.
The declaration of the six individuals as wanted persons is linked to allegations of their participation in pro-Biafra activities, demonstrations concerning the detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, and their alleged association with IPOB, an organisation that has been the subject of extensive scrutiny and security operations by Nigerian authorities.
In a statement shared on social media, VeryDarkMan argued that Wike may not fully understand the pain and trauma experienced by parents of abducted children and affected teachers. He claimed that the minister’s children were educated abroad, away from the security challenges facing many Nigerian families.Nigerian entertainment news
The activist stated that insecurity, kidnapping, and attacks on schools remain serious national concerns and should not be dismissed or reduced to political issues. He stressed that the fears and frustrations of parents whose children face security threats deserve greater attention from public officials.
VeryDarkMan further warned that political power is temporary, urging leaders to remain accountable to the people and sensitive to the challenges confronting ordinary Nigerians.
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