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| Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 6:32am On Sep 02, 2014 |
Stephen Davis, an Australian hostage negotiator who spent some time in Nigeria trying to secure the release of more than 200 Nigerian schoolgirls abducted by Boko Haram militants in Chibok, Borno State, told SaharaReporters that he stands by his widely reported allegations that former Governor Modu Sherriff of Borno State and a former Chief of Army staff, General Azubuike Ihejirika (ret.), were among the top sponsors of the Islamist insurgents who have massacred thousands of Nigerians and foreigners and made the northeast part of Nigeria a highly militarized zone. In an extensive telephone interview with SaharaReporters yesterday, Dr. Davis also accused an unnamed senior official of the Central Bank of Nigeria as well as a man based in Cairo, Egypt whom he claimed operates as Boko Haram’s bagman. He said both men, in addition to Mr. Sheriff and former General Ihejirika, were major players in the funding and continued existence of the deadly Islamist sect. Dr. Davis told SaharaReporters that he did not want to name the CBN official as this may prejudice investigation by Nigeria’s security services. Both accused men have reacted furiously to Mr. Davis’ allegation, with the former Borno governor threatening to travel to Australia to sue his accuser while Mr. Ihejirika accused former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasir El Rufai, of being a “commander” of Boko Haram. Three days ago, Mr. El Rufai had posted transcripts and video of Mr. Davis’ accusations of the former governor and ex-Army chief on social media. Asked whether Mr. El Rufai and former military ruler, Muhammadu Buhari, had a hand in funding or sponsoring Boko Haram, Dr. Davis said their names have not been mentioned to him by any Boko Haram connections. Also, asked to explain why Mr. Ihejirika, a non-Muslim who hails from the predominantly Christian southeastern part of Nigeria, became a Boko Haram “sponsor,” Mr. Davis said, “Boko Haram commanders and some connected with them told me on several occasions Ihejirika was one of their sponsors.” He also disclosed that Mr. Sheriff always had the best military protection in Nigeria’s violence-plagued northeast, a protection he claimed the ex-governor enjoyed after he left office. Dr. Davis reiterated that his allegations were informed by discussions he had with several Boko Haram field commanders over a long period of time. Asked if President Goodluck Jonathan was aware of the insurgents’ sponsors and their specific roles, Dr. Davis said he was unsure of the extent of information currently before President Jonathan. He added that Mr. Jonathan had been weakened by lack of military loyalty and a history of security negligence. He gave the example of repeated attempts to bring the growth of Al Qa’eda associated cells to the attention of NSA’s since 2006 only to have them dismiss such reports as baseless. “By the time Goodluck Jonathan became president Boko Haram had become a potent weapon with a command structure embedded in 16 northern states fanned by support from corrupt politicians.” He further gave the example of Nigeria’s Minister of Defense, Aliyu Gusau, whom he accused of basically leaving Mr. Jonathan to carry his can without taking any responsibility for his work. The Australian negotiator also revealed that his years working with Nigerian presidents on matters of terrorism had shown that, even when some prominent individuals are known to be involved in criminality, the presidents are simply too afraid to take them on[b]. He cited the example of the Niger Delta region. He told SaharaReporters that he and former President Olusegun Obasanjo found out that Abiye Sekibo, who was then Mr. Obasanjo’s Transport Minister, had contracted the assassins who killed a prominent politician, Harry Marshall. He said he tried to persuade Mr. Obasanjo to prosecute Mr. Sekibo, but the then president declined, stating that such a trial could bring down his government. |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 6:33am On Sep 02, 2014 |
Dr. Davis reiterated that his allegations were informed by discussions he had with several Boko Haram field commanders over a long period of time. Asked if President Goodluck Jonathan was aware of the insurgents’ sponsors and their specific roles, Dr. Davis said he was unsure of the extent of information currently before President Jonathan. He added that Mr. Jonathan had been weakened by lack of military loyalty and a history of security negligence. He gave the example of repeated attempts to bring the growth of Al Qa’eda associated cells to the attention of NSA’s since 2006 only to have them dismiss such reports as baseless. “By the time Goodluck Jonathan became president Boko Haram had become a potent weapon with a command structure embedded in 16 northern states fanned by support from corrupt politicians.” He further gave the example of Nigeria’s Minister of Defense, Aliyu Gusau, whom he accused of basically leaving Mr. Jonathan to carry his can without taking any responsibility for his work. The Australian negotiator also revealed that his years working with Nigerian presidents on matters of terrorism had shown that, even when some prominent individuals are known to be involved in criminality, the presidents are simply too afraid to take them on. He cited the example of the Niger Delta region. He told SaharaReporters that he and former President Olusegun Obasanjo found out that Abiye Sekibo, who was then Mr. Obasanjo’s Transport Minister, had contracted the assassins who killed a prominent politician, Harry Marshall. He said he tried to persuade Mr. Obasanjo to prosecute Mr. Sekibo, but the then president declined, stating that such a trial could bring down his government. Dr. Davis touched on several aspects of Boko Haram activities, showing that he was quite knowledgeable about the sect’s actions. He told SaharaReporters that Boko Haram runs about six major camps in the northeast and neighboring countries, adding that 700 fighters inhabited each camp. In addition there are a range of smaller camps within Borno State, which are often temporary and to which kidnapped girls are taken to be used by the insurgents. The Australian revealed that earlier this year Boko Haram was a loose coalition of three Islamist militant groups that worked with one another, claiming that, since four months ago, the sects had merged into one single entity, become more cohesive, strategically effective and powerful. “They are now linking with other terrorist group in the region and will soon be very difficult to dismantle. If these political sponsors think they can turn these groups off after the 2015 elections they are going to be surprised to find it is out of their control.” On why he had chosen to speak out publicly at this time, Dr. Davis stated that, from experience, any terrorist group that has lasted more than eight years after its formation would likely exist for another 20 or more years before it can be dismantled. It thus becomes embedded for a generation and the likelihood of dismantling it was very low. “If we don’t do our utmost now to dismantle Boko Haram then we may not be able to do so for another generation. That is a very gloomy scenario for Nigeria.” He touched on former National Security Adviser, Owoye Andrew Azazi, whom he described as utterly corrupt. He said Mr. Azazi, who was a retired Army general, was planning to buy into the Hilton hotel chain in London to the tune of $100 million before he died in a helicopter crash on December 15, 2012. Dr. Davis painted a portrait of Nigeria’s various intelligence units as operating in silos that refuse to share information that could tame terrorist groups. To illustrate his point, the Australian cited the example of the State Security Services. According to him, months after the SSS won the extradition from the Sudan of Aminu Ogwuche, a suspected terror mastermind who reportedly planned the deadly bombing of an Abuja bus station, the intelligence agency had yet to interrogate Mr. Ogwuche about his links with the three young men he reportedly contracted to carry out the bombing. Dr. Davis said the young men were three in number and that they lived in the home of a CBN official who also carried out banking transactions for Boko Haram through the CBN. He said two other young collaborators in the Nyanya Motor Park bombing remain on the run. The Australian hostage negotiator vowed to make more revelations about Boko Haram’s sponsors, adding that he believed the sect could only be dismantled if their sponsors were exposed and prosecuted. In particular, he said he could not see why the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had not already moved on Sheriff for his extensive looting of public funds when he was the Borno State governor, and for leaving the roads in Borno State in a terrible shape that has enabled Boko Haram to ambush Nigeria troops and massacre them mercilessly. He also added that the former governor should face the ultimate trial for financing the recruitment of young men to the Islamist sect. Dr. Davis dismissed Mr. Sheriff’s threat to travel to Australia to sue him for his statements as grandstanding and seeking to divert attention from the real issue of Mr. Sheriff’s involvement with Boko Haram. He added that he would be pleased to meet the former governor at the airport whenever he developed the courage to come to Australia. |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 6:42am On Sep 02, 2014 |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by egift(m): 6:55am On Sep 02, 2014 |
If we had a responsible government, all those mentioned should have been brought in for questioning. But for his greedy re-election bid, Jonathan and his agents are now questioning the sensibility of Stephen Davis, just because he did not name the full list of Jonathan's opponents. 8 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by RockMaxi: 7:00am On Sep 02, 2014 |
He further gave the example of Nigeria’s Minister He told |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by hardywaltz(m): 7:03am On Sep 02, 2014 |
These are all the elements Broda Amaechi chased out of Rivers State for peace to reign but who have all started returning thanks to the father of criminals and murderers GEJ and "Jexox of Okirika" Patience. I pity Rivers people when these blood thirsty demons ridding on the back of GEJ 2015 find their way back to power. Then will they remember the good and peaceful days of Broda Amaechi. 11 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 7:04am On Sep 02, 2014 |
He also disclosed that Mr. Sheriff always had the best military protection in Nigeria’s violence-plagued northeast, a protection he claimed theThis is so on point and true. Remember that the Maiduguri airport which was closed due to boko haram insurgence for a very long time was opened specifically for Sheriff to land at the airport and the airport was closed again. He even enjoys more impunity and security than the current governor of borno state. The FG led by PDP government is protecting Sheriff and can never prosecute him. @Mr. Davies,I believe you die!!! 18 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 7:27am On Sep 02, 2014 |
berem: This is so on point and true. Remember that the Maiduguri airport which was closed due to boko haram insurgence for a very long time was opened specifically for Sheriff to land at the airport and the airport was closed again. He even enjoys more impunity and security than the current governor of borno state. The FG led by PDP government is protecting Sheriff and can never prosecute him. Why do I have this uncanny belief that thus Australian may be playing games? It is either he is lieing or Sahara reporter is hiding something. For example why can't he name the sponsors and those helping to transfer money to BH through CBN? Until he does that I will only believe this to be a figment of his imagination. Albeit, I think the only face we know BH with is Shekau. This man may have been discussing with a group of hired faceless individuals. see the picture below and judge if this is a resemblance of the BH pictures you have seen in the past. Guys this guy is a liar! 5 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 7:29am On Sep 02, 2014 |
Xetima: So we should believe you abi? Even Abati n Okupe will not dare make this your kain statement even though they're chopping fg money.... 3 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 7:32am On Sep 02, 2014 |
OP we all know that Abiye Sekibo and Peter Odili killed Marshall Harry. It's no news really. 4 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 7:34am On Sep 02, 2014 |
Xetima:You're very funny! You Jonathians can't just accept the truth and swallow it even though it tastes bitter. Read the bold comment again and tell me if you are ok? 5 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 7:40am On Sep 02, 2014 |
barcanista: OP we all know that Abiye Sekibo and Peter Odili killed Marshall Harry. It's no news really. Really? Yet you're dancing around these men today chanting anti Amaechi songs....  2 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 7:41am On Sep 02, 2014 |
austrian guy na only mouth you carry come? evidence no de your dictionary? 2 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 7:43am On Sep 02, 2014 |
chukwudi44: austrian guy na only mouth you carry come? evidence no de your dictionary? Let Obj deny....was Azazi not corrupt? Talktimi I c u o |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 7:47am On Sep 02, 2014 |
smartchoice:me do I appear like a Jonathan zombie to you? Sekibo is a fellow Okrikan from my compound. He's a dicckkhead that is hated. I av always seen him as evil for the Murder of Harry Marshall. As for Jonathan-Amaechi feud, I support Amaechi based on key issues. Monitor my comments b4 accusation. 3 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by BIgBB1(m): 7:51am On Sep 02, 2014 |
Xetima: Or it's you that liar. |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by tosin2013: 7:52am On Sep 02, 2014 |
^^^ typical Nigerian mentality! Already choosing whether to believe or deny new 'revelations' without demanding a thorough investigation. What we as all Nigerians should insist is for an unbiased preferably foreign investigator to crosscheck these claims. Not junketing to any side due to your previously held parochial PDP vs APC sentiments  Too many shallow thinking heads in Nigeria.  3 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by BIgBB1(m): 7:53am On Sep 02, 2014 |
Xetima: Or it's you |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by ibietela2(m): 7:57am On Sep 02, 2014 |
If he could mention 2 what stops him from naming the rest? Until he mentions all the sponsors with evidence........... I don't believe 2 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by since1914(m): 7:58am On Sep 02, 2014 |
Xetima: This should not be about Sahara Reporters or the Australian. I think it is in the interest of the accused persons that these allegations are investigated as soon as possible...I personally will not be able to sleep at night if someone made this type of weighty allegations against me especially if am innocent. Any of the accused, who believe he is innocent, should go and sue the man in Australia for defamation of character, and he will get justice without doubt...and even get paid for damages suffered. It is unfortunate that when serious issues like these are raised it sadly becomes and APC vs PDP cat fight and no one ever hears anything coherent about the matter again. Majority of Nigerians are non-aligned and do not care whether it is PDP or APC in power, all they want is to be given an opportunity to earn a decent living. My advice to the President is that he should bypass the traditional channels of Security intelligence and assemble his own personal team of security Advisers and Strategist from outside the system who will report directly to him. It is glaring that the current security network in the country is heavily compromised and everyone is more concerned about protecting their personal interests, thereby rendering ineffective the war against terrorism in Nigeria. |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by goldfish80(m): 8:05am On Sep 02, 2014 |
This aussie gentleman is being played. The boko Haram field commanders he spoke with could not have deliberately tipped him off on their major sponsors knowing he would publicly disclose their names. He also plans to hold further talks with the same commanders who he has already breached their trust with his disclosure. It just doesn't add up. 3 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by phantom(m): 8:09am On Sep 02, 2014 |
we can't take his word for it. the fact he's an Australian does not mean we swallow his words hook line and sinker. thorough investigations are needed based on this before finger pointing. 2 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Nobody: 8:09am On Sep 02, 2014 |
barcanista: me Apologies. |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by asadike(f): 8:11am On Sep 02, 2014 |
wetin dis man smoke sef? Did he expect boko haram comanders to tel him their real sponsors? Nw i know common sense is nt that common. Wait o,if na u wil u tel them ur real sponsors? No,u rather giv them d names of ur enemies who dealt wit u nd whom u no u cant get so dat d international court or amnesty int can deal 4 u. As 4 modu sheriff,i tink his romance wit boko haram has gone sour thus his mention. As long as they ar nt under duress, i dont tink they wil ever giv u d names of their sponsors. Bt how com they no kil dis white man or is he nt a christain,an infidel? 7 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by OrlandoOwoh(m): 8:26am On Sep 02, 2014 |
chukwudi44: austrian guy na only mouth you carry come? evidence no de your dictionary?Illiterate, it's Australian, not Austrian. 4 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by felalegend: 8:27am On Sep 02, 2014 |
Xetima: The guy went to meet some arranged people as Boko Haram and they mentioned those they didn't like as sponsors. Let him show us pics of him and Shekau or I will take this for a political gimmick. 2 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by ednut1(m): 8:37am On Sep 02, 2014 |
lies upon lies. dont be suprised d Australian will soon come out to deny ever saying such 1 Like |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by omenka(m): 8:39am On Sep 02, 2014 |
This is no news jor!! We have known this since 1826!! Sadly, these are thesame men Jonathan is using to prosecute his agenda in Rivers State. I just don't understand why the president is so damn attracted to sleaze. 3 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by Donmarrius: 8:44am On Sep 02, 2014 |
One thing this Australian is not telling us,is: 1.HOW is the former Army Chief,sponsoring Boko Haram,and WHY(To achieve what?) is he doing so. Untill this two mega questions are answered,the veracity of his claims,cannever be taken into cognizance. Another thing here is this;We must critically analyse this Ihejirika's allegation,because one,If we are to be sincere to ourselves,before this man took over arm,boko haram was fast spreading in the north,and were in many states of the north,and their activities were getting out of hand.untill Ihejirika came,and pushed them to containment.they were virtually in all northern states,such as Kogi,Niger,Yobe,Bauchi,Kaduna,Kano,Taraba,etc.But under Ihejirika,many of them,were arrested,and many killed,and were pushed to containment in Borno state.infact,we Nigeria was virtually winning the war then.And this success of Ihejirika,made the Northerners,who were sponsoring boko haram,to start shouting genocide,which made Jonathan to retire him. A common sense,won't expect boko haram leaders,who lost heavily under ihejirika,to be happy with him,and be singing his praises.And this,to me,is the reason,boko haram is telling the Australian,that he is their sponsor,so as to be disgraced and punished,because northern elders couldn't succeed in labeling him a genocidist,because Nigerians saw his good works. If this Australian,is seeking for answer,about ihejirika,from those whom ihejirika destroyed,then,he must be misunderstanding the term 'intelligence gathering and analysis'. I expect him,to come up,with his evidence,drawn from an indepth research,not from this bunch of liars,who says Allah sends them to kill.If we belief boko haram,then,muslims shouldn't refute it,when they make that stupid claims,that allah send them to kill. This is just a common sense analysis,and not a rocket science,unless your brain is dead. I wait on the Australian,to present his hard-core evidence,like FFK said. 9 Likes |
| Re: Abiye Sekibo Killed Harry Marshall... Australian by larryUG(m): 8:49am On Sep 02, 2014 |
egift: If we had a responsible government, all those mentioned should have been brought in for questioning. But for his greedy re-election bid, Jonathan and his agents are now questioning the sensibility of Stephen Davis, just because he did not name the full list of Jonathan's opponents.Bros, dt guy's only source of evidence is what the militants told him(which could hv been wt d original sponsors told them to tell him). since he has started mentioning names of who is sponsoring who and who is killing who, y didnt he mention the name of the CBN official? anyways.... |
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