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Refuting Corruption Allegations Against FCT Chief Judge – A Definitive Response
In a resounding denouncement of corruption allegations against Chief Judge Husseini Baba-Yusuf of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the Bloggers and Vloggers, Content Creators Association (BAVCCA) has emphatically asserted that these claims are unsubstantiated and mere cheap blackmail orchestrated by anonymous bloggers.
During a recent press conference led by Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, the National President of BAVCCA, a comprehensive address was presented to set the record straight and expose the allegations for what they truly are: false and baseless fabrications.
In response to the allegations that Chief Judge Baba-Yusuf was involved in corrupt practices, BAVCCA President Chukwunyere tackled each point methodically, highlighting the flimsiness of these claims.
BAVCCA took swift action upon the emergence of the report titled “FCT Judges Accuse Chief Judge of Stealing Multibillion-Naira Allowances.”
They formed a 5-Man Committee to investigate the validity of these allegations, and the findings were unequivocal – Chief Judge Husseini Baba-Yusuf was found innocent of all the accusations.
The committee’s resolution emphasized that these allegations were not only false but were propagated by anonymous individuals with political motives and a penchant for cheap blackmail.
No credible sources were cited, and no evidence was provided to substantiate the claims.
The Chief Judge’s role within the FCT court system was clarified. He maintains a relationship of equality and respect with his fellow judges.
He ensures that all judges receive their rightful dues, entitlements, and privileges without discrimination.
Moreover, judges are granted opportunities for training, seminars, and conferences as appropriate, often nominated by external entities rather than the Chief Judge himself.
Addressing allegations of inadequate support staff and equipment in the courtrooms, Chukwunyere pointed out that these claims were based on ignorance.
Each court is adequately staffed, with personnel ranging from ten to twenty individuals, excluding drivers and cleaners.
Additionally, every judge is provided with a laptop equipped with essential legal software and updates.
The alleged allocation of $15,000 per judge was debunked as untrue.
The budget allocated for all High Court activities in the FCT for the entire year of 2023 was significantly less than the alleged sum of N495,000,000.
The accusations of theft were deemed baseless and false.
BAVCCA made a clear call to Nigerians to dismiss these allegations as nothing more than cheap blackmail by individuals with ill intentions towards the judiciary.
The association expressed disappointment that members of their community were being used as tools for spreading unsubstantiated information and warned that bloggers who participated in such activities would face penalties.
The Transformation and Integrity of Chief Judge Husseini Baba-Yusuf:
The article concluded by highlighting Chief Judge Husseini Baba-Yusuf’s commitment to transforming the judiciary.
His tenure has attracted recognition and awards, and he has earned the respect and admiration of the Bench, Bar, and judiciary staff.
A disciplinary committee has also been established to address any misconduct.
BAVCCA assured the public of its dedication to upholding the principles of journalism and maintaining impartiality in delivering news to the Nigerian public.
This comprehensive response aims to shed light on the truth behind the allegations and reaffirm the integrity of Chief Judge Husseini Baba-Yusuf.
A coalition of youth organisations has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to reconsider its wanted tag on socialite, Dr Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, OFR.
The organisations, Niger Delta Youth Council for Good Governance and Middle Belt Youth Stakeholders’ Initiative said this in a joint press statement they issued on Thursday in Abuja.
According to them, the declaration of Achimugu wanted by the anti-corruption agency came to them as a rude shock.
The joint statement was signed by Comrade Emma Niboro and Ali Ameh for Niger Delta Youth Council for Good Governance and Middle Belt Youth Stakeholders’ Initiative, respectively.
They described Achimugu as a dedicated friend of the youths, who had always shown commitment to the welfare and care of the downtrodden.
According to the youth coalition, “we know the Chairman of the EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, as a man who came with utmost zeal to sanitize the agency. He has already demonstrated this and we are proud of his achievements so far.
“However, we urge him to resist pressure from politicians, which is a plague that has dwarfed EFCC for several years of its existence.
“The commission had hitherto remained a tool for politicians to undue their perceived political foes and this has always rubbed off on the credibility of the agency.
“The case of Achumugu doesn’t appear to be different in any way, as the haste with which she was declared wanted showed there is a hand of Esau and voice of Jacob.
“Our appeal is that the commission should withdraw the wanted tag on her and give her ample time to report to the commission, as she has never been indicted of any offence whether in Nigeria or outside the country.”
While noting that Achimugu is a global figure, they added that they can always vouch for her integrity.
“We know her, she has always been of immense help to the youths and other members of the society.
“Her closeness to certain politicians should not be used as a tool to persecute or harass her,” the youths further stated.
The Supreme Court has overturned the Court of Appeal’s decision that recognised Julius Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP). In a decisive ruling, a five-member panel declared that the Court of Appeal lacked the legal authority to determine the party’s leadership matters.
In a unanimous verdict, the highest court in the land stated that the Court of Appeal had no jurisdiction over the matter. The panel observed that since the case revolved around the internal leadership structure of the Labour Party, it fell outside the jurisdiction of the courts.
The ruling reinforced the long-standing principle that leadership disputes within political parties should be resolved internally, rather than through judicial intervention.
The Supreme Court stressed that leadership struggles within political parties are purely internal matters. According to legal principles, courts should not interfere in such issues, as they fall under the party’s constitution and governance framework. By upholding this legal doctrine, the apex court reaffirmed that political parties must settle their leadership crises independently.
The Supreme Court upheld the appeal lodged by Senator Nenadi Usman and a fellow appellant, ruling that their claims were valid. Their appeal challenged the earlier judgment, arguing that it was flawed due to jurisdictional overreach. After thorough legal scrutiny, the Supreme Court found merit in their argument and ruled in their favour.
The legal battle also involved a cross-appeal filed by supporters of Julius Abure, who sought to challenge the decision against their leader. However, the Supreme Court dismissed this cross-appeal, declaring it unsubstantiated and lacking merit. The ruling effectively ended the legal contest over the Labour Party’s chairmanship, cementing the judiciary’s stance on non-interference in party leadership disputes.
Bitcoin experienced sharp fluctuations following President Donald Trump’s April 2 tariff announcement, initially surging to $88,000 before dropping to $82,000.
By April 3, it stabilized around $83,000, with the broader crypto market down over 4%. Major altcoins like Ethereum and Solana also declined over 6%, hitting multi-month lows.
Analysts see the tariff news as reducing market uncertainty, potentially attracting institutional investors.
Despite higher-than-expected rates, experts believe the clarity could help Bitcoin regain momentum toward $90,000. Bitcoin ETFs, led by BlackRock, recorded $218 million in inflows on April 2, reversing prior outflows.
Kraken’s Thomas Perfumo challenged the idea that institutional interest stabilizes crypto, emphasizing that volatility signals demand for a scarce asset.
Some analysts viewed the sell-off as an overreaction to trade policy concerns, highlighting Bitcoin’s resilience as a store of value.
With ETFs showing strong demand, Bitcoin’s price may stabilize and rise, though market participants remain cautious, monitoring trade policies and economic conditions.