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Ekweremadu, others sentenced to 26 years by UK court for organ harvesting

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In a landmark decision, the Old Bailey Court in London sentenced Ike Ekweremadu, a former Deputy Senate President of Nigeria, his wife Beatrice, and a middleman Dr. Obinna Obeta to 26 years imprisonment for charges related to organ harvesting. The court has declared that Ekweremadu will serve about 10 years in prison, his wife will serve six years, and Dr. Obeta will serve 10 years.

According to reports, the trio were found guilty of participating in an international organ harvesting ring that exploited vulnerable and poor people for their organs. The case was brought to court following a joint investigation by the Nigerian Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the UK Metropolitan Police.

The judge in the case stated that the three convicts showed no remorse for their actions and had been motivated purely by greed. In light of the severity of the charges, the judge has handed down the maximum sentence available.

Ekweremadu, who was once one of the most powerful politicians in Nigeria, had been a member of the Senate for over a decade. He was also the Deputy Senate President from 2007 to 2019. His fall from grace has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian political landscape, with many of his former colleagues expressing disbelief at the severity of the sentence.

This case is a clear example of the consequences of participating in illegal activities, no matter how powerful or wealthy one may be. The case also highlights the importance of international cooperation in fighting organized crime, and the role of law enforcement agencies in ensuring justice is served.

The sentencing of Ekweremadu, his wife, and Dr. Obeta to 26 years in prison for organ harvesting charges is a landmark decision that will serve as a deterrent to other criminals involved in similar activities. The case also demonstrates the need for a strong and effective legal system, both domestically and internationally, to ensure that justice is served and criminals are held accountable for their actions.

 

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