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CITY BUSINESSMAN, JOHNNY OKOSUN GOES LOW PROFILE -Why His Second and Third Marriage Crashed -His Trouble With EFCC

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Popular city businessman, Johnny Okosun has gone low profile. He no longer features at society parties, and he has ceased being the toast of ladies. Close source disclosed that Okosun was forced to withdraw into his shell, after he ran into trouble with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, over his involvement in some messy business deals. Also, the crash of his marriage to his third wife, Queen Ebigieson is also cited as one major reason that forced Okosun to withdraw into his cocoon.

It will be recalled that Okosun got romantically involved with Queen following the crash of his marriage to Leila Testimony, his second wife. Prior to the crash of their marriage, both Okosun and Leila had so much going for them. They were jointly involved in the running of their business operations. However, the union crashed due to some problems they would rather not share with their friends. Shortly after Okosun sent Leila packing, he got romantically involved with Queen, a movie starlet. The affair later resulted in the birth of a baby boy. It was gathered that Okosun was persuaded to perform the traditional marriage rites on Queen. He carried out this task in a manner, which was devoid of much noise.

However, the snag in the union was that, Okosun refused to have Queen and their son live with him in his palatial residence in Ikoyi. Rather, what he did was to rent an apartment for Queen in Surulere; and he bought her a car as well. Meanwhile, Okosun was reported to have carried out his obligations as a husband and a father. He enjoyed spending quality time with Queen and their son and he showered expensive gifts on them as well. But just when most people had thought that he had finally found his place of rest in marriage, Okosun decided to put an end to the affair. More pathetic is the fact that Queen had no means of livelihood. She depended solely on the stipends she got from her husband.

For so many years, John and Queen were enmeshed in a battle over the custody of their son. They were able to resolve the issue and now share custody of their son.
Okosun now lives in his country home in Edo State. But he still comes to Lagos to see to his business ventures.

By: Abeke Olabode

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Concerns raised over whereabouts of security expert, Otunba Adejare Adegbenro

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May 3, 2024

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Concerns have arisen regarding the whereabouts of Amb. Dr. Otunba Adejare Adegbenro, a prominent Nigerian diplomat and security expert.

 

Amb. Adegbenro, known for his contributions to national security and international diplomacy, has reportedly gone missing after honoring a police invitation on April 26, 2024.

 

The Coalition of Civil Society Networks (CCSN), in collaboration with the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC), has raised alarm over his sudden disappearance.

 

According to information gathered from the management of NATCOM, Amb. Adegbenro was called by the Special Weapon and Tactics Team (SWAT) of the Nigeria Police Force to respond to a petition.

 

However, since his appearance, there has been no communication from him, and his family and associates have been unable to locate him.

 

Despite rumours of his release on April 29, 2024, his whereabouts remain unknown, with his phone unreachable.

 

Expressing concern over the situation, it is highlighted that Amb. Adegbenro holds a significant role as a Special Emissary of the International Society of Diplomats (ISD) and has been instrumental in fostering collaborations between Nigerian security agencies and international organizations like the EuroPolice Federation.

 

Citing the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations (1961), a signatory to by Nigeria, calls have been made to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun for transparency and adherence to due process in Amb. Adegbenro’s case.

 

The CCSN/OHC-IHRC NG emphasizes the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law, urging authorities to provide clarity on his situation.

 

The statement further appeals to Nigerian authorities for intervention, stressing the necessity of a thorough investigation into the allegations against Amb. Adegbenro.

 

Justice and accountability are deemed essential in addressing the situation effectively.

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Costal highway: Landmark Beach refunds customers after demolition

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The management of Landmark Resort Beach says it has initiated the refund process for customers impacted by the recent demolition of portions of its properties by the Federal Government.

According to a statement posted on its X account on Friday by Landmark Africa, the parent company of Landmark Resort Beach, refunds are being facilitated through the Landmark Citizen App.

While acknowledging the patience of their customers, the management advised that completion of the refund process may be delayed due to the high number of requests.

“Dear Landmark Citizens, we would like to assure you all that we have started issuing refunds to those who requested a refund of their money on the Landmark Citizen App.

“Please be patient with us, due to the volume of requests, this process will take some time. Be rest assured that all refund requests will be processed,” the statement read.

A portion of Landmark Beach on Victoria Island, Lagos, was demolished on Monday to accommodate the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway.

Minister of Works, David Umahi has defended the demolition, citing that the Landmark centre encroached upon the Federal Government’s right-of-way.

The Breeze Beach Club, Mami Chula and other beach businesses were also demolished in the process.

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Auwalu Abdullahi Rano: Ice block seller who became billionaire, owns 120 filling stations, 600 trucks, 60m litre tank farm

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Alhaji Auwalu Abdullahi Rano, popularly known as A.A Rano, transformed from a humble boy from Kano Village into a billionaire magnate, overseeing a conglomerate that includes 120 filling stations across Nigeria.

Born into an average family in Lausu, Kano State, Rano started small, with an ice block and groundnut oil business, including other local items.

Rano has gone into building a multi-billion naira enterprise spanning various sectors of Nigeria’s economy.

Today, Rano owns AA Rano oil & Gas industry in Nigeria with 56 ML Tank farm in Lagos, with 120 retail outlet/ fillng stations across Nigeria and over 600 trucks & LPG terminals as well as acquired vessel (M.T LAUSAU).

His ventures include RanoGaz, a state-of-the-art Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) terminal, a rice milling company, Rano Lubricant, Rano Air, Lausu Marine and Logistics, AA Rano Terminal, and AA Rano Road Haulage.

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