₦1BN Fraud Storm: Dr Miebi Bribena Links Gift Iniruo to Secret Withdrawals in Baraza Group Account
By Passman Akpos
Fresh revelations have emerged in the ongoing financial controversy linked to transactions associated with members of the Baraza Group, as Dr Miebi Bribena alleged that the widely reported ₦78 million withdrawal represents only a fraction of the total funds involved.
In a strongly worded statement, Dr. Bribena claimed that while ₦78 million was withdrawn in a single day—April 14, 2024—over ₦1 billion had passed through the disputed account over time.According to him, the issue had been handled privately for more than two years before he decided to make the matter public.
Claims of Proxy Account and Unauthorized Access
Dr. Bribena stated that the account in question was opened through an arrangement facilitated by an individual identified as Padeware, whom he described as a direct account officer and branch manager at the time.
He alleged that the account functioned as a proxy structure used to manage business funds intended to offset debts linked to the Baraza network. However, he claimed that a mobile banking application belonging to Gift Iniruo was linked to the account without his knowledge for nearly two years.
Dr. Bribena further alleged that Padeware and Gift were acquaintances and that the unauthorized linkage enabled repeated withdrawals over an extended period.
Allegations Involving Third Party
The statement also referenced a third individual identified as Abel (alias Zeus), described as Gift’s boyfriend, who was accused of carrying out some of the withdrawals using her mobile device.
Dr. Bribena claimed he had never personally met Gift or Abel and insisted that his only direct contact was with Padeware during the account setup process.
Security Agencies and Account Closure
According to Dr. Bribena, security agencies investigating the case have already confirmed patterns of unauthorized withdrawals. He alleged that when he began noticing additional suspicious transactions beyond the ₦78 million figure, he was suddenly logged out of the account and it was subsequently shut down.
He also claimed that Gift had confessed during questioning that she alerted Padeware after discovering the funds, and was allegedly told not to worry.
While some funds were reportedly recovered by the bank, Dr. Bribena maintained that a significant portion remains missing.
More Documents Expected
Dr. Bribena said he possesses full transaction records and plans to release detailed statements soon.
“All details will be published soon because I have the full statement… I no dey shake,” he declared, signaling readiness for a prolonged legal and public battle.
The allegations remain contested, and independent verification of all claims is still ongoing as investigations continue.
