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Illegal Residency: 4 Nigerians Sentenced For Forging Over 2000 Marriage Certificates In UK—-Four Nigerians have been sentenced for their roles in a scheme that forged over 2,000 marriage certificates to assist individuals in living illegally in the United Kingdom.

The defendants—Abraham Alade Olarotimi Onifade, 41, Abayomi Aderinsoye Shodipo, 38, Nosimot Mojisola Gbadamosi, 31, and Adekunle Kabir, 54—received their sentences at Woolwich Crown Court in London on Tuesday.

The Home Office revealed that these individuals were part of an organized criminal group that submitted fraudulent applications for the EU Settlement Scheme on behalf of Nigerian nationals between 2019 and 2023.

Their operations, which took place from March 2019 until May last year, involved providing fake Nigerian Customary Marriage Certificates and other fraudulent documents to help applicants remain in the UK.

An investigation conducted by the Home Office in the UK and Lagos uncovered the extensive network responsible for producing these false documents.

Home Office Chief Immigration Officer Paul Moran commented, “This group was absolutely prolific in their desire to abuse our borders and have rightly been brought to justice. Their sole priority was financial gain, and I am delighted that my team was able to intercept their operation.”

Onifade, residing in Gravesend, Kent, and Shodipo from Manchester, were both found guilty of conspiracy to facilitate illegal entry into the UK and conspiracy to provide fraudulent articles. They received sentences of six years and five years, respectively.

Gbadamosi, hailing from Bolton, was convicted of obtaining leave to remain by deception and fraud through false representation, also receiving a six-year sentence.

Kabir, from London, was found guilty of possessing an identity document with improper intention but was acquitted of obtaining leave to remain by deception. He was sentenced to nine months in prison.

Moran emphasized the Home Office’s commitment to securing UK borders and cracking down on criminal gangs that exploit vulnerable individuals for financial gain.

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Custody Death Scandal: LawyerTemokun Drags NDLEA, Demands Immediate Probe

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Custody Death Scandal: Lawyer Temokun Drags NDLEA, Demands Immediate Probe—-Calls for accountability grow after fresh death mirrors earlier prolonged detention case in Ondo.

Human rights lawyer Temokun has condemned the death of a detainee in the custody of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), demanding an immediate and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The lawyer described the development as alarming, linking it to a previous case in Ondo State involving prolonged detention without due process. In that earlier incident, Temokun had accused authorities of незакон detention and rights violations, insisting that suspects must be charged to court rather than held indefinitely.

He stressed that repeated allegations of unlawful detention and abuse within custody raise serious concerns about accountability and adherence to the rule of law.

Temokun called on relevant authorities to thoroughly probe the latest death, ensure justice for the victim, and prevent a recurrence of such incidents.

The NDLEA has yet to issue an official response regarding the latest allegations, as pressure mounts from legal and civil society groups for greater oversight of detention practices.

The incident adds to growing scrutiny of law enforcement agencies over the treatment of detainees and respect for fundamental human rights in Nigeria.

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Bandit Attack Empties Omugo Village in Kwara State (VIDEO)—-Residents of Omugo community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have reportedly fled their homes following a fresh wave of bandit attacks, worsening security fears in the area.

The latest incident comes days after armed men stormed a church in the community, abducting several worshippers during a service and throwing residents into panic.

Sources say the repeated attacks have forced the villagers to abandon their homes over fears of further violence, leaving the community deserted.

Security operatives, alongside local vigilantes, have since launched rescue operations, successfully freeing some abducted victims, while efforts continue to secure the release of others.

The Kwara State Government condemned the attack, describing it as a cowardly act, and assured residents that security agencies are intensifying efforts to track down the perpetrators.

The development adds to growing concerns over rising insecurity in parts of Kwara, following earlier deadly attacks in nearby communities that left scores dead and displaced many residents.

With fear gripping Omugo, many residents remain displaced as authorities work to restore calm and prevent further attacks.

Watch Video of the Deserted Omugo Village Below:

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