Former House of Representatives member Farouk Lawan has stated that he is beginning a new chapter in his life with his release from Kuje Custodial Center today. Adamu Duza, spokesman for the Nigeria Correctional Service’s Federal Capital Territory Command, verified that he was released after serving his term, as reported by Vanguard.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
In a statement, Lawan expressed profound gratitude to God, his family, and friends.
“Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in my life, as I step out of Kuje Custodial Centre, with a heart full of gratitude to Allah (SWT) for seeing me through this trial,” he stated.
He emphasized his appreciation for the support he received, saying, “I’m alive and in good health and high spirits to be with my family, friends, and associates.
I don’t take that for granted.
I remain grateful and indebted to my family and friends who stood by me during this particularly trying phase of my life. May Allah SWT bless you.”
Lawan was convicted in 2021 for soliciting and accepting a $500,000 bribe from businessman Femi Otedola, Chairman of Zenon Petroleum and Gas Ltd.
He had demanded $3 million to remove Zenon from a list of companies allegedly involved in the petrol subsidy scam that affected the nation.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
