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joseph1832:
Hey naptu2. What about the case involving the SuperTV CEO that was murdered? Has the case been concluded?

The trial is ongoing.

https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/articles/cgr5vr2p9epo

pocohantas:
Who released a statement on behalf of the family?

Haliru Mohammed Bello was minister of communications in the Obassnjo administration. He is also a former member of the National Assembly. He is the uncle of the deceased. He signed the earlier letter on behalf of the family.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-wgi3qnoBY?si=aaYUBPpLJXQv1aLv

VIDEO: Slain husband’s dad forgives Maryam Sanda, backs Tinubu’s pardon

Damilola Aina
14th October 2025

Father of the late Bilyaminu Bello, Alhaji Ahmed Bello Isa, has publicly accepted the clemency granted to his daughter-in-law, Maryam Sanda, by President Bola Tinubu, saying he has long forgiven her for the death of his son.

Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday in Abuja, the elderly Bello said he welcomed the presidential pardon as “the will of God,” describing the release of Sanda as an act of mercy that would allow her to care for her two children.

“I am happy that the father of the nation has released Maryam so that she can look after her children.

“We as Muslims accept whatever comes from Almighty Allah. I have forgiven her and bear no grudges against the Federal Government or her family. Vengeance cannot bring back my son, but forgiveness can bring peace,” he said.

Maryam Sanda, the daughter of a former Aso Savings Executive, was convicted and sentenced to death by hanging in January 2020 for the murder of her husband, Bilyaminu Bello, a nephew of former Peoples Democratic Party’s National Chairman, Alhaji Bello Haliru Mohammed.

The killing, which occurred in November 2017 during a domestic dispute in Abuja, sparked nationwide outrage and drew attention to issues of domestic violence and justice.

Bello disclosed that his appeal for mercy dated back to 2019, even before the court handed down the death sentence.

He said he had written multiple letters to authorities, including the then Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and the Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory, seeking leniency for his daughter-in-law.

Earlier on Monday, a statement signed by Dr. Bello Mohammed on behalf of some relatives criticised the pardon, describing it as “the worst possible injustice any family could be made to go through.”

But reacting, Bello dismissed the statement, saying it did not represent his views.

“That is their personal opinion. I am the father of the deceased, and I have chosen forgiveness. We may not all see things the same way, but I believe this is the right path, for peace, for the children, and for Allah’s mercy,” he said.

https://punchng.com/video-slain-husbands-dad-forgives-maryam-sanda-backs-tinubus-pardon/

Photo: L-R: The father of late Bilyaminu Bello, Alhaji Ahmed Bello Isa, and the father of pardoned Maryam Sanda, Alhaji Garba Sanda addressing journalists on Tuesday in Abuja. Credit: Damilola Aina

joseph1832:
Happy birthday naptu2. Cheers to another wonderful year. 🥂🍺

Thank you.

GloriousGbola:
Happy 90th birthday @naptu2

You know Ishi no sabi maths

Thank you

Ishilove:
Happy 30th birthday, Naptu2, Nairaland's Resident Walking Encyclopedia. Send my cakes and doughnuts 🥳😘🥂🎂

Thanks dear.

GloriousGbola:
@naptu2
https://www.nairaland.com/8538929/demolished-lekki-expressway-property-belongs

the way the guy was acting - it just did not look like he was the actual owner of the site

Yeah they gave the car dealers a week or two notice to remove their cars (and they even assisted them to remove the vehicles). The association released a statement that they were not against the demolition and the commissioner stated that they were going to consider the livelihood of the car dealers, but that would be after they've preserved the drainages, wetlands and protected the right of way of the high tension cables and Green Line rail project.

Why Some Car Marts In The Lekki Area Were Demolished.
https://www.nairaland.com/8538338/why-some-car-marts-lekki

Previous threads:

2019 at the Agege Stadium in Lagos.

Kano Pillars Vs Enugu Rangers Ends In Violence (video)
https://www.nairaland.com/5237078/kano-pillars-vs-enugu-rangers

2022 at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano

Violence & Disallowed Goal From Kano Pillars VS Dakkada (The Full Details, Video
https://www.nairaland.com/7194539/violence-disallowed-goal-kano-pillars

Also in 2022

NPFL: Fans Of Kano Pillars Destroy Team Bus Of Katsina United
https://www.nairaland.com/7082063/npfl-fans-kano-pillars-destroy

Violence: Nigerian League Fines Kano Pillars, Calls For Review Of Match Official
https://www.nairaland.com/7197129/violence-nigerian-league-fines-kano

Previous threads:

Ola Of Lagos' Car Showroom Demolished By Lagos State Government 
https://www.nairaland.com/8537768/ola-lagos-car-showroom-demolished


Massive Floods In Lekki, Lagos (Videos)
https://www.nairaland.com/8525638/massive-floods-lekki-lagos-videos

Lekki Traffic: Lagosians Criticise Government For Not Opening The Coastal Road 
https://www.nairaland.com/8525600/lekki-traffic-lagosians-criticise-government

Lekki Car Dealers Union reacts.

PUBLIC NOTICE: APPRECIATION & CLARIFICATION OF ONGOING STRUCTURE CLEARANACE EXERCISE

To the General Public,

The Lekki Automobile Dealers Union wishes to address the ongoing demolition exercise being carried out by the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources within the Lekki-Ajah axis.

We would like to state clearly that this is a government-led initiative and an important step towards improving environmental safety and infrastructure management within our community and state. As stakeholders, we were duly notified well in advance and were given the grace period and necessary support to move our vehicles from the affected lots.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the Honourable Commissioner, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, the Honourable Commissioner for Transportation; Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi and their team for their understanding, communication and coordination throughout this process. Their thoughtful engagement with stakeholders have ensured a smooth and respectful exercise. We recognize that this exercise is a vital and necessary measure aimed at safeguarding lives and properties by ensuring that drainage channels are properly managed to prevent flooding and that the safety risks posed by high-tension electric cables are effectively mitigated.

As responsible citizens and partners in progress, we remain committed to supporting the efforts of the Lagos State Government towards creating a safer, cleaner and better-organized environment for all. We therefore categorically dissociate ourselves from any malicious and misinformed narratives about the ongoing exercise which have been released on some social media platforms.

To our valued customers, we kindly ask for your patience and understanding during this period. While there may be temporary disruptions in our ability to provide and render services smoothly, please be rest assured that we are working diligently to restore operations as quickly as possible. We remain committed to delivering the quality service and trust that you have always associated with us.

Thank you for your continued support and continued patronage.

With regards

LEKKI AUTOMOBILE DEALERS UNION