Bobrisky, EFCC, Nigerian Corrections Accused Of Bribery+ Tinubu To Reshuffle Cabinet| W/OjyOkpe

Summary

In Nigeria, a bribery scandal involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Nigerian Correctional Service has erupted on social media after an influencer, Very Dark Man, released an audio recording allegedly by cross-dresser Bob Riski. Riski is accused of bribing officials to drop money laundering charges. He denies the allegations. The scandal implicates a senior advocate and raises questions about Nigeria's justice system. Additionally, a former soldier, Ruth Ugwu, demands the Nigerian Army publish the investigation into her discharge for accusing a senior officer of sexual harassment.

Takeaways

• 📰 A Nigerian social media influencer, Very Dark Man, posted a video revealing an alleged audio recording by cross-dresser Bob Riski, accusing officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of bribery.
• 💸 Bob Riski allegedly bribed EFCC officials with 15 million naira to drop money laundering charges against him.
• 🚫 Bob Riski has denied all allegations, claiming the audio recording is fake.
• 🏢 The EFCC and the Nigerian Correctional Service have been ordered to investigate the bribery allegations immediately.
• 🤝 Bob Riski claimed that a senior advocate of Nigeria, Fani Kayode, was hired to secure a presidential pardon for him in exchange for 10 million naira.
• 📢 Fani Kayode demanded a retraction and apology from Very Dark Man within 24 hours for defamation, including allegations of homosexuality.
• 🏥 The Nigerian Army is under scrutiny for discharging a female soldier, Ruth Oger, for allegedly being mentally unstable after accusing a senior officer of sexual harassment.
• 🔍 The Nigerian Army is being urged to publish the outcome of the investigation into the sexual harassment allegations and the subsequent discharge of Ruth Oger.
• 🗣️ There are plans for an imminent cabinet reshuffle in Nigeria, with the special advisor to the president, Bayo Onanuga, urging ministers to promote the government's achievements.
• 🏛️ The potential cabinet reshuffle may involve the replacement of several ministers, including the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs.

Q & A

What is the main issue discussed in the first part of the transcript?

The main issue discussed is a bribery scandal involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Correctional Service. A social media influencer, Very Dark Man, posted a video revealing an alleged audio recording by Bob Riski, a cross-dresser, claiming he bribed officials to drop money laundering charges against him.

What was Bob Riski's response to the allegations in the audio recording?

Bob Riski has denied all the allegations, stating on Instagram that the audio recording is fake.

What action has been taken by the EFCC and the Ministry of Interior in response to the allegations?

Both the EFCC and the Ministry of Interior have ordered an immediate investigation into the allegations.

What is the role of Fey F, the father of popular musician FS, in the scandal according to the audio recording?

According to the audio recording, Fey F was allegedly hired to secure a presidential pardon for Bob Riski in exchange for 10 million naira.

What did FS's legal team demand from Very Dark Man after the allegations?

FS's legal team demanded a 24-hour retraction from Very Dark Man for defamation, and a public apology to be published across all platforms where the false allegations were disseminated.

What is the second major story discussed in the transcript?

The second major story is about Private Ruth Uger, an ex-female soldier who accused a senior officer, Colonel Abdu Karim, of sexual harassment and was discharged by the Nigerian Army for being mentally unstable. She is demanding the Army to publish the outcome of the investigation that led to her discharge.

How does Private Ruth Uger describe her experience with the Nigerian Army?

Private Ruth Uger claims that the Nigerian Army lied about her mental state, that she reported the sexual assault to the Chief of Defense Staff General Christopher Musa who did nothing, and that she fears for her life.

What is the third major story mentioned in the transcript?

The third major story is about an imminent cabinet shuffle announced by the Special Advisor to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. He stated that the president has expressed his desire to reshuffle his cabinet but did not provide a timeline.

What are the expectations regarding the Nigerian Army's response to Private Ruth Uger's allegations?

The expectation is that the Nigerian Army will open an investigation into the allegations of sexual harassment and ensure that the institution does not appear to protect or shield perpetrators, showing zero tolerance for such behavior.

What is the public's reaction to the announcement of the cabinet shuffle?

The public reaction includes speculation about which ministers might be replaced and criticism of the government for making the announcement, with some suggesting that it is unnecessary and creates pressure on the ministers.