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Police Arraign Two Over Alleged N1.3m Fraud
The police last Fri
day
arraigned two men, Obianugwe Chijoke, 26, and Ogunaike Oluwagbenga, 32, before
an Igbosere Magistrates’ Court, Lagos, for alleged fraud.
The accused were said to have defrauded three customers of
Diamond Bank of about N1.3 million.
The accused, whose addresses were not given, are facing
charges of stealing, fraud, forgery and conspiracy.
The prosecutor, Sgt. Emby Ngombo, told the court that both
accused were arrested separately at the Eti-Osa branch of the bank on July 7
and August 13.
According to Ngombo, the accused conspired to withdraw more
than N1.3 million from the customers’ accounts with the bank.
“The accused illegally withdrew N980, 000 from the account
of one Udi Ofuko and N258,000 from the account belonging to C.A Edeh
Construction and Industry Ltd.
“They also conspired to withdraw N70, 000 from the account
belonging to another company, Kay-P-One Shop Synergy Ltd’’ he said.
He said that the offence was contrary to and punishable
under Sections 409, 368 (1), 285 (9) (b) and 364 of the Criminal Code, Laws of
Lagos State, 2011.
The accused, however, pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Their counsel, Mrs Margret Lawani, pleaded with the court to
grant them bail in “most liberal terms.”
The Magistrate, Bayo Sonuga, granted them bail in the sum of
N1 million each with two sureties each in like sum.
He said the sureties must be resident in Lagos and must
produce evidence of three years’ tax clearance.
Sonuga adjourned the case to September17
Nkpemenyie Mcdominic
Reports say that the training is designed to equip youths with practical technical skills for employment in the oil and gas and construction sectors, with emphasis on employability, safety, competence and self reliance.
In attendance at the flag-off ceremony this week, at the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI) Conference Hall, Effurun, were stakeholders, dignitaries, and political representatives, among others.
Dafinone, represented by his Chief of Staff, Adelabu Bodjor, said the initiative reflects a deliberate political investment in human capital development across Delta Central.
He explained that the training focuses on rigging and scaffolding, noting that “both are essential technical competencies required in industrial operations, construction projects, and oil and gas installations”.
Bodjor added, “The programme is intended to reduce dependency among youths by providing job-ready skills capable of supporting long-term economic opportunities and self-sufficiency. The initiative aligns with Senator Dafinone’s broader development agenda, which prioritises practical skill acquisition as a pathway to sustainable empowerment.”
Also addressing the participants, the NCDMB, Felix Omatsola Ogbe, represented by Mr. Teddy Bai, commended Dafinone for sponsoring the programme, describing it as “a timely response to critical manpower gaps in the industry”.
Bai explained that rigging and scaffolding remain safety-sensitive skills required across fabrication yards, offshore platforms, and construction sites, stressing that the programme bridges the gap between certification and practical competence.
He also charged the training consultant, OROH Contractors Limited, to maintain strict standards of professionalism, safety, and discipline, while urging participants to remain committed, focused, and disciplined throughout the exercise.
The Senate Liaison Officer for Sapele Local Government Area, Chief Patrick Akamuvba, , described the programme as a major step in strengthening human capital development in Delta Central.
Akamuvba said scaffolding and rigging skills are in high demand across residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects, noting that the training offers real employment opportunities for beneficiaries
He urged participants to prioritise knowledge and certification over short-term material expectations, stressing that discipline and seriousness would determine their long-term success.
He also cautioned youths against social vices and distractions, advising them to remain focused to maximise the opportunities provided by the programme.
