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One Man Registers 5 Firms Within 48Hours, Secures Inflated N3.4Bn Nigerian Police Contracts Through 366 Payments, Supplying Sardines At ₦8,600 Per Tin, Others

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According to the investigation, five companies — Akulight Technologies Limited, Mag-Tram Systems Limited, Drip-CHS Tech Nigeria Limited, Elapsotic Ventures Limited, and Danlokey Systems Limited — were registered with the CAC between January 3 and 4, 2023.

A SaharaReporters investigation has exposed how a man registered five companies with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) within two days and then used those companies, alongside three others he had earlier registered, to win suspiciously inflated contracts from the Nigeria Police Force led by Kayode Egbetokun.

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According to the investigation, five companies — Akulight Technologies Limited, Mag-Tram Systems Limited, Drip-CHS Tech Nigeria Limited, Elapsotic Ventures Limited, and Danlokey Systems Limited — were registered with the CAC between January 3 and 4, 2023.

Danlokey Systems Limited was registered on January 4, 2023. Elapsotic Ventures Limited was registered on January 3, 2023. Drip-CHS Tech Nigeria Limited was registered on January 4, 2023. Mag-Tram Systems Limited was registered on January 3, 2023.

Akulight Technologies Limited was registered on January 3, 2023. All five companies are owned by one man: Oranyedu Chukwudi Samuel.

Danlokey Systems Limited, Drip-CHS Tech Nigeria Limited, and Mag-Tram Systems Limited operate from the same address — Plot D45H, SCC Road, Usafa Plaza, Abuja, FCT. Meanwhile, Akulight Technologies Limited and Elapsotic Ventures Limited both operate from No. 20, Area 1 Shopping Complex, Shop S5H, Ground Floor, Abuja, FCT.

Apart from the five companies registered between January 3 and 4, 2023, he also deployed three others he had registered earlier — Chumchuks Investment Limited, Olycee Ventures Limited, and Waves Fulfillment Limited — to win contracts from the Force.

Investigations show that the five companies registered between January 3 and 4, 2023, subsequently received 366 payments between August 30, 2023, and December 30, 2024. The payments totaled approximately N3.4 billion.

The breakdown shows that Elapsotic Ventures received a total of N820.5 million across 91 payments between August 30, 2023, and December 30, 2024.

Akulight Technologies Limited was paid N590.5 million across 71 payments by the Nigeria Police from August 30, 2023, to December 30, 2024.

Danlokey Systems Limited received N753.1 million in 70 payments between August 30, 2023, and December 30, 2024. Drip-CHS Tech Nigeria Limited received N580.3 million, broken down into 56 payments between August 30, 2023, and December 30, 2024.

Further review shows that Mag-Tram Systems Limited received N693.8 million in 78 payments between August 30, 2023, and December 30, 2024.

In total, the five companies registered with the CAC on January 3 and 4, 2023, by Oranyedu Chukwudi Samuel received payments worth about N3.4 billion — all between August 30, 2023, and December 30, 2024.

Several specific payments and items stand out.

On August 30, 2023, Akulight Technologies received N8.6 million for the supply of canned baked beans as consumables and logistics requirements for personnel deployed to carry out security operations and intelligence gathering in Borno State.

On October 5, 2023, the police paid N8.6 million to Akulight for 25 cartons of canned beef and other consumables. On October 26, 2023, another N8.6 million was paid to Akulight for 20 cartons of canned beef and other consumables.

On December 12, 2023, Akulight was paid N8.6 million for 30 cartons of Hobnobs biscuits, which implies each carton cost N286,666. On December 11, 2023, Akulight received N8.6 million for 20 cartons (50 pieces per carton) of Titus sardines — valuing each carton at N430,000, or N8,600 per tin.

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SaharaReporters’ checks show that a standard carton of Titus sardines (50 pieces) costs about N75,500–N87,000 on commercial platforms — far lower than the N430,000 per carton the Nigeria Police paid. One unit of Titus sardine is sold at about N1,990 on Supermart, compared with the N8,600 per tin the police paid to Akulight Technologies.

On December 26, 2023, the police paid N8.6 million to Akulight for 12 cartons of Geisha sardines — N716,666 per carton. On the same day, another N8.6 million was paid for 10 cartons of Geisha, valued at N860,000 per carton. A further N8.6 million was also paid for 14 cartons of Geisha sardines.

On April 4, 2024, the police paid N8.7 million for 30 cartons of Owen Rich biscuits, amounting to N290,866 per carton. The police also made payments such as N8.2 million for cartons of Milo (10 sachets × 24).

Further review shows that, in total, the Nigeria Police Force spent N22.282 million on 85 cartons of Cream Crackers biscuits. The payments were made in three tranches: N8.136 million on August 30, 2023; N7.073 million on October 4, 2023; and N7.073 million on October 26, 2023 — an average cost of N261,717 per carton.

Also, on November 8, 2023, a sum of N7.9 million was paid for 25 cartons of Titus sardines. On December 26, 2023, another N8.6 million was spent as payment for 15 cartons of corn flakes.

One of the many contracts awarded included the supply of 12 cartons of Ovaltine tea at the rate of N8.2 million. The payment was made on April 17, 2024, meaning each carton cost N683,333.

A previous SaharaReporters review of the public payments portal, Govspend, revealed that the Force paid N13.3 million for 24 packs of toilet rolls. According to the records, the money was paid in two tranches between April and July 2023 for Carla Rose toilet rolls.

On April 21, 2023, the police paid N6.558 million to Waves Fulfillment Limited for 12 packs of toilet rolls (Carla Rose, 48 rolls per pack). On July 27, 2023, another payment of N6.8 million was made to the same company for “12 pkts of toilet rolls (Carla Rose 48 each per packet).”

This means that between April 21 and July 27, 2023, the police spent a total of N13.3 million on 24 packets of Carla Rose toilet rolls.

The records also show N6.852 million paid on July 27, 2023, and N7.6 million paid on April 5, 2024, both to Waves Fulfillment Limited.

On November 13, 2024, the police paid N8.023 million to Chumchuks Investment Limited for one carton of powdered Peak Milk

The next day, the same company received another N8.023 million for the same purpose. On October 24, 2024, Olycee Ventures Limited was paid N8.6 million for 10 cartons of powdered Peak Milk.

Elapsotic Ventures Limited received N8.5 million for 11 cartons of powdered Peak Milk. Drip-CHS Tech Nigeria Limited got N8.7 million for 10 cartons of powdered Peak Milk.

On October 26, 2023, N7.9 million was paid to Mag-Tram Systems Limited for the supply of canned beef. On December 12, 2023, N7.5 million was paid to Mag-Tram for 20 cartons of Titus sardine. On December 26, 2023, another payment of N8.7 million was made for 10 cartons of Hobnobs biscuits.

Beyond the clear issues of contract inflation, it remains unclear why police authorities split the contracts into multiple payments to multiple companies — all owned by the same person.

The Nigerian Public Procurement law, in Part IV, 16(d) states that: “All Procurements must be done in a manner which is ‘transparent, timely, equitable for ensuring accountability.’” It was also stated in 16(e) that contracts should be awarded to achieve “value for money and fitness for the purpose.”

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SaharaReporters’ findings raise serious questions about procurement oversight, possible conflict of interest, and value-for-money standards in the Force’s contracting processes.

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League of Imams and Alfas in Yoruba says Ramadan begins February 18

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The League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland has officially announced that the holy month of Ramadan 1447 AH will begin on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, marking the start of the annual period of fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection for Muslims across Southwest Nigeria.

In a communique released following a meeting in Bodija, Ibadan, on Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Grand Mufti of Yorubaland, Sheikh AbdulRasaq AbdulAzeez Ishola, declared the decision based on precise astronomical calculations and longstanding international Islamic resolutions on unifying the Hijri calendar.

The statement highlighted that the astronomical conjunction (new moon) for Ramadan will occur at 12:01 PM UTC on Tuesday, February 17, 2026—corresponding to 1:01 PM local Nigerian time—on the 29th of Sha’ban 1447 AH. This timing makes sighting the crescent moon impossible on the evening of February 17, confirming Wednesday, February 18, as the first day of fasting.

The announcement draws on key historical precedents, including resolutions from the Unified Hijri Calendar Committee session in Istanbul (November 27-30, 1978), the International Fiqh Council, scholarly symposia in Paris (2012), and the major International Conference on the Unification of the Hijri Calendar in Istanbul (2016), attended by representatives from over 90 countries.

Emphasising unity, the communique quoted the Qur’an (3:103): “And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided.” It urged Muslims to strengthen brotherhood, perfect their fasting, prayers, charity, and good deeds, and seek Allah’s acceptance of their worship during the blessed month.

The declaration aligns with several Nigerian media reports and astronomical expectations for the region, where Ramadan 2026 is widely anticipated to commence on February 18 (with Tarawih prayers potentially beginning the evening before). While national moon-sighting efforts led by the Sultan of Sokoto continue, the League’s methodology—combining science and established fiqh principles—provides clarity for Yoruba Muslim communities in states like Oyo, Lagos, Ogun, Osun, Ondo, and Ekiti.

As the current date stands on February 6, 2026, preparations are intensifying: markets are stocking dates, prayer mats, and provisions; mosques are scheduling increased Taraweeh recitations; and families are renewing intentions for a month of mercy, forgiveness, and community support.

The League called on all Muslims to hold fast to faith and unity, praying that Allah makes this Ramadan a source of immense blessings. Insha Allah, the fast begins in just 12 days.

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Lagos to enforce mandatory waste sorting at source

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In a bold move to revolutionize waste management and harness the economic potential hidden in trash, the Lagos State Government has announced plans to make waste sorting at source compulsory for all residents and businesses.

This development was revealed by Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), during his appearance on “The Conversation,” a popular programme aired on Lagos Television (LTV) on Tuesday.

Dr. Gbadegesin emphasized that the initiative aligns with international best practices and will be reinforced by an ongoing review of the state’s legal framework. This review aims to establish robust regulations mandating the separation of waste right at the point of generation, transforming how Lagosians handle their refuse.

“No longer will waste be seen merely as a burden to dispose of; instead, it will be viewed as a valuable economic resource,” Dr. Gbadegesin stated. He highlighted the state’s commitment to advancing its waste-to-wealth agenda, with a strong focus on recycling and material recovery to drive a more efficient and sustainable system.

The policy shift supports Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s vision of moving away from reliance on landfills towards a model centered on recovery and recycling. This is expected to ease the strain on existing landfills, foster circular economy principles, and attract private investments into recycling facilities across the state.

To bolster service delivery, the government is exploring ways to aid Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators, including facilitating access to new compactor trucks. Recognizing the high capital demands of waste collection, this support is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency.

On the flip side, Dr. Gbadegesin warned of strict accountability measures. He disclosed that 22 underperforming PSP operators face sanctions after multiple warnings and performance evaluations. This comes on the heels of last year’s action where 27 operators were sacked for failing to meet standards.

As earlier reported by NaijaChoice News, LAWMA has been pushing for better waste practices, including calls for residents to avoid littering and adopt disciplined habits to keep Lagos clean. Dr. Gbadegesin reiterated that the success of this mandatory sorting hinges on effective regulations, upgraded infrastructure, active private sector involvement, and, most importantly, responsible behavior from citizens.

“Waste sorting at source is the cornerstone of building a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient Lagos,” he added, urging Lagosians to embrace the change for the greater good.

Environmental experts have lauded the move, noting that proper waste segregation could significantly reduce environmental pollution, create jobs in the recycling sector, and contribute to Nigeria’s broader sustainability goals. With Lagos generating over 13,000 tons of waste daily, this policy could set a precedent for other states in the federation.

The Lagos State Government, through hashtags like #AGreaterLagosRising, continues to promote initiatives that enhance urban living and economic growth.

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