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REVEALED: HOW DIAMOND BANK MD UZOMA DOZIE TRICKED 393 SACKED WORKERS TO WITHDRAW CASE FROM COURT WITHOUT PAYING THEM

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As the call for clarity, providence and fairness sweep through the corporate sector, one of the leading banks still drawing back is the financial institution which prides itself as a polished brand, but smells of rot and corporate slave trade, where workers are treated daily as robots, a clear case of the popular saying ‘Monkey dey work, baboon dey chop. , “Your Bank” as they are known. Welcome to the world of Diamond Bank, the new colonial masters in the banking industry. Diamond bank Plc which was initially believed to be one of the best when it comes to banking in Nigeria has failed woefully in their responsibilities with dishonesty and fraud engulfing the elite bank led by Uzoma Dozie as several litigations bothering on the wicked and inhumane way they treat their employee have proved beyond any reasonable doubt that the bank is truly not “your bank” as they claim in their slogan.

The shameless display of lack of value for human lives and rule of law by Diamond bank has taken a deeper root as they have now resorted to playing “hide and seek” with the National Assembly and the already devastated 393 sacked workers. Fresh reports reaching this online news media reveal that after several sittings by the National Assembly Committee on Public Petitions with an aim to resolve the matter which have been pending before them, the CEO/MD of the self-acclaimed elite bank Uzoma Dozie who was summoned to appear before the committee to specifically address the House members on the 18th of January, 2018 brazenly flaunted the order of the House and rather, sent the Head Human Capital Management of the bank, Mr. Gabriel Nwokeafor to stand in for him before the honourable members in the committee. Findings by our reporter revealed that Mr. Gabriel Nwokeafor, speaking under oath, deceived and lied to the House committee that his bank was ready to settle the matter in a bid to buy more time while the oppressed ex workers suffer day by day. Society Reporters learnt that after a daylong meeting which was held at Reiz Hotel in Abuja on the 19th of January 2018 between Diamond Bank (with their Counsel) and seven delegated ex workers (with their Counsel) where the villainous bank agreed to pay the severance/redundancy benefits as computed but only on the condition that the loans collected by the ex-workers will be deducted and the balance paid to them. The corporate crooks till date have not paid a single dime to the affected workers.

To further show that the agreement by the bank is nothing but a camouflage, Mr. Gabriel on 28th March, 2018 refused to appear before the House committee rather he sent two lawyers who refuted the agreements he made with the ex-workers (and their Counsel) on the 19th of January, 2018 on the ground that the case was still in Court. The ex-workers not fully aware of the implication of their next action, by dancing to the tunes of Uzoma Dozie who perhaps seem to have used voodoo on them subsequently withdrew the case from Court. This move however became the undoing of the ex-workers as Mr. Gabriel on the 24th April, 2018 came forth to say that although he cannot deny knowledge of the agreement he signed with the ex-workers (and their Counsel) and the withdrawal of the case in court, “there is no way the decision he reached with the complainants could be wholly binding as the CEO/MD of the bank was not present at the time”. More so, that he did not know that the entire decisions at the meeting was been recorded, otherwise he would not have written the contrary to the committee.

The document in our possession show that the purported “Elite” bank which claims to be a bank for the people has been speaking from the two sides of their mouths as the House committee was taken aback with the statements of the Head, Director of Human Capital thus calling on the Central Bank of Nigeria CBN to resolve the matter or advice the House on how best to handle the matter since the ex-worker has been deceived into withdrawing the matter from the court. Furthermore, before the case was withdrawn from the National Industrial Court, Diamond bank succeeded in stalling the hearing 9 times at the National Assembly, with the hearing slated for 16th July 2018 making it the 17th time the lawmakers will seat to listen to Uzoma Dozie vomit his can of lies as he has always done with his speaking parrot Mr. Gabriel Nwokeafor. All efforts made to reach Diamond Bank Media Department proved abortive as calls placed to their phone line and text messages sent were not replied as at the time of writing this report.

– Secrets Reporter

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Former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Spends Second Night In EFCC’s Cell Over N1.3 Trillion Alleged Fraud

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November 7, 2024

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Immediate past governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, who was arrested and detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has spent second night in the custody of the anti-graft commission.

 

Okowa is currently being investigated and detained over the alleged diversion of N1.3 trillion.

 

The N1.3 trillion reportedly represents the 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

 

According to sources within the commission, Okowa was invited to the EFCC office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where he’s subsequently detained by officials.

 

One of the sources stated, “Okowa was at our Port Harcourt office following an invitation from investigators probing the allegations against him. He was then arrested. The commission is investigating him regarding the N1.3 trillion 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

 

“He is also accused of failing to account for the funds, as well as another N40 billion he allegedly claimed was used to acquire shares in UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas. He reportedly bought shares worth N40 billion in one of the country’s major banks, representing an 8% equity stake, to support the offshore LNG project. The funds are alleged to have been misappropriated for other purposes.

Investigators are also examining the alleged diversion of funds by the former governor to acquire estates in Abuja and Asaba, Delta State. He is currently being held at the EFCC facility in Port Harcourt.

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Lagos Government Shuts Down Redeemed Church, Celestial Church, Clubs, Event Centres Over Noise Pollution

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November 6, 2024

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The Lagos State government has shut down a branch of Pastor E. A. Adeboye’s Redeemed Christian Church of God, a Celestial church, nightclubs and event centres over noise pollution.

The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who made this known on Wednesday, said the churches, clubs and event centres were sealed on Tuesday by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) in the Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota areas of the state.

The sealed establishments include: Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Nightclub and Lounge, Lounge & Lodging, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.

The commissioner in a post on X said, “In a bid to address noise pollution and other environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) took action yesterday, closing down several establishments across different parts of the state.

“This enforcement drive, focusing on areas like Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota, is part of LASEPA’s continuous efforts to uphold environmental standards and safeguard public health.

“The affected establishments include Honourable Lounge & Lodging, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Nightclub and Lounge, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.”

 

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Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja: Tinubu directs flags be flown at half-mast

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November 6, 2024

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President Bola Tinubu has directed that Nigeria’s national flags be flown at half mast for seven days across the country to mourn the passing of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.

The late Army chief, who was appointed by Tinubu on 19 June 2023, was said to have passed away on Tuesday night after a prolonged illness.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, in a statement on Wednesday by his office Director of Information & Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, said the president expressed regret over Lagbaja’s death.

Akume said, “President Bola Tinubu has expressed regret following the death of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, after a brief illness at the age of 56.

“The President has directed that national flags be flown at half mast throughout the country for seven days in honour of the departed Army chief.

“He profoundly appreciates the services of the departed to the nation and wishes the family the fortitude to bear the great loss.”

Meanwhile, the Ministers of Defence, Mohammed Badaru and Bello Matawalle, have commiserated with the president, the military, and Lagbaja’s family over his death.

In a statement by the Ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike, the ministers described Lagbaja’s death as a great loss to his family, the Army, and the nation at large.

“The passing on to eternal glory shocked us at the Ministry of Defence, as our working relationship with him was commendable; he exhibited the spirit of camaraderie and cooperation with us in the discharge of our mandate.

“The late Chief of Army Staff contributed significantly to internal security operations across Nigeria and also exhibited a high level of professionalism.

“He will be greatly missed by the family, the military, and the nation, as he served the nation with commitment and dedication,” the statement added.

 

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