Westminster Magistrates Court has ruled against Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, leading to the seizure of over £2 million from their accounts due to unpaid taxes linked to their online businesses.

The funds, held in seven frozen bank accounts, were traced to the Tates and a woman identified as J. Authorities allege the brothers funneled substantial sums, including cryptocurrency, through accounts in J’s name, despite her lack of involvement in their ventures.

Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring described the scheme as a “straightforward cheat of the revenue,” uncovering years of alleged tax evasion and money laundering. Devon and Cornwall Police revealed the brothers accrued millions between 2014 and 2022 without paying taxes or VAT.

Andrew Tate, however, criticized the ruling, claiming it is part of a “coordinated attack” to silence dissent. “This is not justice; it’s theft disguised as legal action,” Tate said in a statement.

The brothers are also facing separate criminal charges in Romania, including allegations of human trafficking and rape, and are set to be extradited to the UK.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has defended President Bola Tinubu’s tax reforms, calling on critics to engage with the initiatives more thoughtfully.

Speaking during Tinubu’s presentation of the 2025 budget, Akpabio praised the four tax reform bills as a monumental step toward revitalizing Nigeria’s economy.

He described the reforms as the first comprehensive tax overhaul since independence, aimed at boosting revenue, supporting small businesses, and fostering sustainable development.

Akpabio criticized detractors for dismissing the reforms without understanding their potential impact and urged all Nigerians to embrace this transformative opportunity.

Dauda Lawal, the Governor of Zamfara State, has given a strong commitment to ensuring a secure and supportive environment for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members stationed in the state.

In a statement made on Tuesday, at the conclusion of the three-week Batch C Stream One orientation course held at the temporary orientation camp in Gusau.

Also, Governor Lawal emphasized his administration’s dedication to the welfare and safety of the corps members.

The Governor, who was represented by Tasi’u Musa Shinkafi, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, reassured the corps members that they would be provided with the necessary security and resources to carry out their duties effectively.

Additionally, he mentioned that his government was fully committed to offering a conducive environment where the corps members could work and grow.

Governor Lawal encouraged the young graduates to approach their service with the utmost dedication, hard work, and commitment.

In his remarks, Muhammad Auwal Lawal, the NYSC State Coordinator, praised the efforts of the Zamfara State government for its proactive approach in making the necessary arrangements to ensure the wellbeing of the corps members.

He acknowledged the government’s role in providing the essential infrastructure and support systems for the success of the orientation program and the service year at large.

Lawal also urged the corps members to stay focused on their mission and maintain a sense of responsibility throughout their service year.

He advised them to avoid distractions such as late-night parties and unnecessary travel, as they could jeopardize their health and safety.