Depilot:

Before we start giving any standing ovation to Ribadu, we should ask 3 questions:
1. When was the bribe (money) collected?
2. When was the bribe (money) deposited or transferred to CBN?
3. When was the bribery allegation reported?
4. If the bribe (in cash) was collected for evidence, where is the video tape of the bribe transaction?

The time frame between question#1 and #3 should not be more than a week to 2 weeks. Anything more than 2 weeks is not acceptable. And if the bribe was truly collected as an evidence, there must be a video tape.
Anything less will not be acceptable.

Depilot:

From what I've heard, I honestly think Ribadu collected the bribe for himself, but changed his mind at the last minutes (I guess, after he realized certain things).

This is why the time frame is very important. This is also why Ribadu can not afford to stand trial in Nigeria, it's just too much for him to handle at this time.

bibiking1:

I believe we have dwelt on this issue for too long. There are facts and there are assumptions in the case, in our rush to make a quick point lets not get them muddled up. There is a sum of money and there are the actors. The rest are hypothesis that have no proof. The closest assumption we can imbibe is that the money is lodged with the central bank. Thats as far as certainty goes, please call me to order if i am wrong, but we all should not be vehement upon unverifiable hearsays.

wirinet:

My take on the whole episode is that Ribadu collected the money, to used as a tool for blackmailing Ibori,probably for political gains. Because some salient points were left pending. Like;

Why did Ribadu not report a clear case of bribery immediately to the appropriate authorities so that investigation can commence, and the case would then be prosecuted immediately Ibori losses immunity. Or The case can be investigated and the findings ,along with the evidence of 15million dollars, Submitted to the Delta House of Representative and the State judiciary for further action according to the constitution.

Why did Ribadu not pursue the case immediately Ibori left and waited for months to be pressured  before investigating Ibori for Corruption. Why did he have to lump the more difficult charge of Stealing state money, with a seemingly open and shut case of Bribery (which has hard evidence).

Is the CBN the most appropriate place to lodge an exhibit (hard cash), what happened to the Courts or the Police ( that is if he was interested in taking the case to court).

Also why is Andy Uba not charged as an accessory to the crime, since he claims that the crime was commited in Andy Uba's House, unless he is claiming that Andy Uba was not privy to the Bribery. After all he cleared Andy Uba to run for Governor.

Finally, would we be hearing all these if OBJ got his way, meaning OBJ got a third term, Ribadu became the IG and Andy Uba became the Gov. of Anambra.

For all the so called Brilliance of Ribadu, He sometimes act as if he is clueless about standard prosecution procedure.

FBS:

Y'all still dancing around the same issue. Madam Waziri went on VOA Hausa in The US to talk about issues in Nigeria. Heck, why didn't she mentioned it Nigeria? Let them take Ibori to court and let the whole world know the true story.
A Nigerian Hero? Maybe yours but defo NOT mine. As far as I'm concerned, both have cases to answer.  

Enjoyment1:

[b]
I really want to know your stand on this matter. Sitting on the fence doesn't make me understand you.

This is a clear cut issue. Nuhu Ribadu agreed to meet Ibori at Andy's house. Ribadu collected the money and made no report, and when it was as if the bubble will burst, he now came up with the theory that he was bribed. Mind the time frame here. Mind the person's house that was used, mind all the factors that surrounded the whole process. Yes, Ibori was under court protection after handing over power, but for the fact, that it took Ribadu that time frame to present this issue, is a clear cut indictment. Besides, the man they claim to have used his house, have not said anything in this respect. Also, why did it take Waziri, this time frame to finally open up. Is she not hiding something too? Why not make the announcement in Nigeria, why abroad? Are you not trying to make the international community see you as a Redeemer of Nigerian poor masses from corrupt leaders, while at home it is business as usual? . Why have no one produced the documents indicating the particular account this money is being lodged. Is this money truelly in existence, or another manipulation by the OBJ and his cohorts, because this is just another case of a pot calling a kettle black. There is no rigtheous Nigerian leader. One way or the other, they have one skeleton or the other. Where did Ribadu get the money to buy a bullet proof jeep? All his salary at Nigerian Police force including his gratuity, will not buy one which even an ordinary man on the street knows. Ibori that is being accused here is living in Nigeria, while Ribadu acussing him is out there running? Why?. Justice against corruption will be gotten if he stays in Nigeria and fights it. He knows that, he is equivalent to Ibori and OBJ that is why he cannot withstand the pressure. It is a thief that will easily recognise a thief. "A thief", is not written on anybody's forehead, but is inbuilt.
In conclusion, neither Ibori, Ribadu, OBJ or even the now celebrated Waziri is innocent of any crime. Infact, Waziri might be worst than Ribadu, because she doesnt have a direction. Ribadu had a direction, to hunt all anti-third antagonists. To hunt all resource control governors, which today we all know, and finally, shut down anybody who contests any OBJ's decision or policy. Was Ribadu not the same man at EFCC when OBJ was busy giving out between N50m-N500m to all pro-third term House of Rep members? Even Masari was offered N500m. These are no longer news to Nigerians. So which corruption was he fighting? Where did those monies come from? OBJ was reported to have N20,000 in his account as at 1999, so where did he get all these money from to campaign in the first place for a third term.? Tha facts are there for all to see.[/b]

aisha2:

Have you all forgotten that Ibori had immunity as a governor and immediately he came out of office he was arrested by EFCC to answer the charges against him? You all shock me but you have your minds twisted with so many theories that you fail to see the facts

Enjoyment1:

[b]Aisha 2, if I was to give you a job to investigate this case, I am sure, you would have given me this crap!. Okay, he lodged money in CBN after he collected the supposed bribe. How long did it take Ribadu to tell me and you after he collected the money?.
Are you even listening to yourself or you just clueless about how legal stuffs work. Evidence gathering/case preparation can take years and not until prosecutors have solid case will they charge unsuspecting culprit to court.

Secondly, if there was any evidence, why didn't he put it up for all to see, just like what Ribadu's NEXT newspapers did on Ibori''s convictions in London?
why does he need to. I have answered your question above

Are you learning and following the sequence. Judge for yourself, why didn't Ribadu mention the bribery scandal on the allegations filed against Ibori. He had to wait until it was amended, before he included it. What does this mean to your own fact. Please go back and do your home work well, please.[/b]
Ibori and their likes are shielded by movers and shakers of that entity called Nigeria so any hasty move by Ribadu would have been a non starter.
Yes he had his mistakes but he sure did enough to be classified as a great Nigerian.

Ibori and their likes are shielded by movers and shakers of that entity called Nigeria so any hasty move by Ribadu would have been a non starter.
Yes he had his mistakes but he sure did enough to be classified as a great Nigerian.

Enjoyment1:

Mr. Jay bee, I guess you are not one of those Ribadu's worshippers, because I know in the court of law, there is a time, that evidences are no longer tenable after your counsel would have done all the submissions, so I don't need your education here. Secondly, I want to believe, it is people like you that are making Ribadu have mouth to talk in this country. Why didnt you analyse everything then. You choosed that which will favour you. You are a shame to Nigeria. Please drop your passport and leave this country.

jay bee:

I only worship God my friend. wot r u rambling on about? you are confusing me by the minute
I don't need to be a shame to nigeria cos i could care less if u ask me. What makes u think i carry a
nigerian passport anyway?

selingel:

Aisha 2, I thought enjoyment1 had given you enough, now I know, you need more. Please what is that church name you attend again? I guess "Ribadu of Blessed Memory Assembly"