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Billionaire kidnapper Evans seeks plea bargain, says he now teaches prisoners

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February 22, 2025

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Convicted billionaire kidnap kingpin, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, alias Evans, has told the Lagos State High Court, sitting at Tafa Balewa Square, that he is now a teacher at the correctional centre in Kirikiri after obtaining a diploma in Economics from the Yewa College of Education, and that he is no longer a criminal.
Evans said he was prepared to surrender all his property, as part of a plea bargain agreement, should the court consider his application on compassionate grounds.
This was contained in his application for plea bargain.
He pledged to forfeit his 14 new trucks to the Lagos State Government for sale, with the proceeds to be transferred to the victims of his criminal activities, as part of the proposed plea bargain arrangement

This is the second time Evans has approached a court seeking a plea bargain for his involvement in kidnapping.
On January 30, 2025, he approached Justice Adenike Coker of the Ikeja High Court to ask for a plea bargain.
Evans had five criminal cases across various high courts in Lagos State.

Two of these have already resulted in convictions, one of which carries a life sentence, while the other has a 21-year prison term.

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Jennifer Awele Remembers Late Husband, Jnr Pope, on the First Anniversary of His Passing

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April 10, 2025

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Jennifer Awele, the widow of Nollywood actor Jnr Pope Odonwodo, has shared a poignant tribute to her late husband on the first anniversary of his passing.

Accompanied by a family photo, the emotional post is a testament to the enduring love and cherished memories she holds of her beloved husband. The couple, who married in 2014, had three sons together: Jason, Jaden, and Jamon.

Jnr Pope’s untimely death in a boat accident on April 10, 2024, sent shockwaves through the Nollywood community and left his family and loved ones devastated, just weeks shy of his 40th birthday.

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Billionaire Femi Otedola Pays Tribute to Aliko Dangote on His 68th Birthday

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April 10, 2025

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Billionaire entrepreneur Femi Otedola has taken to social media to mark a significant milestone in the life of his longtime friend and fellow business magnate, Aliko Dangote.

As Dangote celebrates his 68th birthday, Otedola has shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, extolling his friend’s remarkable achievements and contributions to the African continent.

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Lagos GAC welcomes 2023 PDP guber candidate, Jandor to APC

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April 10, 2025

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The Lagos State Governance Advisory Council (GAC) has officially welcomed Dr. Abdul-Azeez Adediran, populalrly known as Jandor, a former chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, into the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Ekwutosblog recalls that Adediran, the 2023 Lagos State governorship candidate for PDP, defected to APC in March this year.

In a statement released by his spokesman, Pastor Gbenga Ogunleye, on Thursday in Lagos, Adediran expressed his appreciation for the warm reception he received from GAC members, led by Prince Tajudeen Olusi.

“In a significant show of unity and goodwill, Dr Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, Jandor, was warmly received by the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council (GAC) Chairman, Prince Tajudeen Olusi; Badagry Division Apex Leader of APC and fellow GAC member, Chief Rabiu Oluwa; Sen. Ganiu Olanrewaju Solomon; and Sen. Musiliu Obanikoro,” he said.

According to Adediran, the reception took place in Saudi Arabia.

“The meeting, which was held during the Umrah pilgrimage, served as a symbolic moment of engagement between key stakeholders in Lagos politics, emphasising the importance of unity.

“This encounter reflects a shared commitment to the progress and unity of Lagos State, underscoring the enduring values of collective responsibility and synergy in the furtherance of the vision of the ruling party,” Adediran added.