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CSO Accuses EFCC of Undermining Enforcement of Court Forfeiture Order

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1 year ago

July 18, 2025

Mariam Sanni

A Civil Society Group,Initiative Against Human Rights Abuse and Torture (INAHURAT Nigeria) and Human Rights Lawyers have accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission ( EFCC ) of undermining the enforcement of the court forfeiture orders on the landed property located at Plot 4022, Guzape District, and Plots 1861, 1862, and 1863, Katampe District Abuja delivered by Justice Obiora Atuegwu Egwatu on March 7, 2025.

The group described the lukewarm attitude of the commission toward the publication of the federal high court judgement on the interim forfeiture orders on the landed property as an affront on judicial directives, capable of undermining the judicial process.

Rebecca Omokamo Godwin Isaac (also known as Becky or Bilikisu Ishaku Aliyu) is said to be a close associate of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has been in the news for alleged forgery of title documents and power of Attorney of the property belonging to a 79-year-old widow, Hajia Colleen Mero Yesufu.

Addressing a press conference in Abuja , INAHURAT’s Lead Coordinator, Barr. Maxwell Chibuike Opara ( PhD) said the refusal of EFCC to implement and enforce of the forfeiture orders from the two federal high court judges Justice Emeka Nwite in December 2024 and Justice Obiora Egwatu in March 2025 undermines judicial authority and puts the entire anti-corruption fight in question.

Opara narrated how the EFCC Chairman in September 2024 invited only the suspect ( Rebecca ) for questioning and tried to pressure the 79-year-old widow into a settlement meeting without first hearing her side.

While faulting the approach of the EFCC Chairman for calling for settlement and negotiation between the real owner of the land, Hajia Collen Mero Yesufu and Rebecca.

He described such an approach as a license to further embolden criminals and humiliate victims.
INAHURAT called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently intervene and prevail on the EFCC Chairman and act accordingly in the interest of justice just as it described as an egregious case of land fraud, obstruction of justice, and institutional misconduct involving the Nigeria Police and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Opara also warned that if their demands were not met in the next few days, INAHURAT, Hajia Yesufu, and over 60 other affected land fraud victims would stage a protest to the Presidential Villa.

“We will no longer be silent. If justice fails, we will take our cries directly to Mr President,” Opara concluded.

According to the group, in November 2023, the suspect ( Rebecca ) obtained a court injunction using a forged Power of Attorney, cloned Abuja Geographic Information System ( AGIS) and Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) documents, and a falsified police report dated August 22, 2014.

“That report, supposedly issued from Gwarimpa, Zone 7 Police Headquarters, is deeply suspicious because that’s where the current IGP previously served as Assistant Inspector General,” Opara added.

He also queried the relationship between the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun and Rebecca to have warranted a VIP police protection of fully armed policemen for a criminal suspect who is facing criminal trial. He accused the IGP of gross abuse of his office and for deploying police to shield and provide cover for her at the expense of tax payers money.
The group therefore called for Immediate withdrawal of all the police security assigned to protect her and the property she illegally occupied.

“ Comprehensive Investigation: The Police Service Commission (PSC), the Ministry of Police Affairs, and the Office of the National Security Adviser must launch an independent, transparent, and comprehensive investigation into the alleged misconduct of police officers, including the origin and use of the forged Police Report dated August 22, 2014.

“;Despite facing multiple criminal charges for forgery, fraud, and illegal occupation by the Police and EFCC, the IGP has continued to provide six fully armed police guards on Hajia Yesufu’s property to protect the accused. This is a brazen injustice that enables continued trespass and undermines the judicial process.

“ Use of Forged Documents and Perjury: In November 2023, the suspect allegedly secured a court injunction by falsely impersonating Hajia Yesufu, using a forged Power of Attorney and other cloned documents. Recent media revelations have further exposed a forged Police Report, purportedly signed by the DPO, Gwarimpa, Zone 7 Police Headquarters on August 22, 2014, which contains false depositions crucial to her fraudulent claims in court.

The fact that this report allegedly emanated from Zone 7 Police Headquarters, where the current IGP once served as AIG, adds a deeply troubling dimension to this case” The group noted

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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows

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58 mins ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.

He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.

According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.

“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.

The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.

“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.

Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.

He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.

He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.

According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.

Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.

He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.

We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.

The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.

He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.

Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.

He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.

“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”

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