Hmm things just keep getting interesting in Nigeria. You can
never be bored when it comes to news about Nigeria. The latest is that two
Nigerians and an Israeli citizen are being investigated by South African police
for allegedly trying to smuggle $9.3 million in cash into the country on
September 5th.
According to City Press South Africa, the money which was in
bundles of unused $100 bills packed in three suitcase were transported in a
small business jet, a bombadier Challenger 600 with a Nigerian crew and piloted
by Captain Tunde Ojongbede.
The jet is said to have departed from Abuja and when it
arrived South Africa, the money was discovered. When asked by the authorities, the
men said the money was supposedly for the purchase of arms for the Nigerian security
services.
Spokesperson of the South African Revenue Service (SARS),
Marika Muller in a statement said the money was seized at the Lanseria airport,
northwest of Johannesburg
"The passengers' luggage was searched after Customs
officials detected irregularities. The money was detained as it was
undisclosed/undeclared and above the prescribed legal limit", Muller said.
Solomon Makgale, South African airport security spokesman confirmed
a police investigation is currently underway.
This is so interesting to read now let's wait and watch accusations and denials unfold.
Please remain happy and spread happiness around. Xoxo
1 comment:
Where do people get these type of money from? -newyorker
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