‘Wanted Peace of Mind’: Police Officer Turns Down N150 Million Bribe In an extraordinary act of integrity, a police officer in Nigeria has rejected a staggering bribe of N150 million (approximately $357,000), prioritizing peace of mind over financial gain. The officer, whose name has not been disclosed, was reportedly approached by a suspect who offered him the hefty sum to compromise his investigation into a high-profile case. However, the officer’s unwavering commitment to justice and the desire for a clear conscience prevailed. “I wanted peace of mind,” the officer said in a statement after rejecting the bribe. “I knew that if I accepted the money, I would forever live with the guilt and the knowledge that I had betrayed the public trust.” The officer’s decision has been met with widespread praise and admiration from the community. It serves as a beacon of hope in a society often mired by corruption and ethical challenges. “This officer is a shining example of the integrity that should be the hallmark of every law enforcement officer,” said a prominent lawyer. “Their courageous rejection of the bribe is a testament to their character and unwavering dedication to upholding the rule of law.” The officer’s actions have not only set a precedent for ethical behavior but also inspired others to stand firm against corruption. It is a reminder that even in the face of temptation, integrity can and should triumph over greed. As the case progresses, the officer’s steadfastness will undoubtedly serve as a guiding light for investigators and the justice system as a whole. Their unwavering pursuit of truth and justice will help to ensure that the rule of law prevails. The officer’s courageous decision is a testament to the power of integrity and the importance of seeking peace of mind over material wealth. It is a reminder that even in the most challenging circumstances, ethical behavior can and should prevail.Japanese Restaurant Royal Host Opens at Jewel Changi AirportJapanese Restaurant Royal Host Opens at Jewel Changi Airport Royal Host, a 53-year-old Japanese food brand, has opened its first Singapore outlet at Jewel Changi Airport. Established in Fukuoka in 1971, Royal Host specializes in yoshoku, or Japanese versions of Western food. To ensure authenticity, Royal Host has a five-member Japanese team permanently stationed in Singapore, including CEO Daisuke Fujii and head chef Yasuhiro Makishima. The team has been working to replicate the chain’s famous burgers using beef sourced from Singapore, among other things. Ingredients have been exchanged between Singapore and Japan, and recipes have been perfected to achieve the signature Royal Host taste. The 90-seat restaurant offers a wide range of dishes, including the Royal Hamburg Steak, which features house-made beef patties with a mix of coarse and fine ground beef. Other signature dishes include rice with omelet, or omu rice, wrapped in a soft tortilla, and the 250g Royal Sirloin Steak. Prices range from $26.80 to $64.80. In addition to its main dishes, Royal Host also offers a variety of sauces, including black pepper, snow crab, and chili. These sauces are made in Singapore using ingredients sourced from here. The restaurant’s location at Jewel Changi Airport is significant, as Royal Host founder Kyoichi Egashira started his business at Fukuoka Airport in 1951. The restaurant aims to build the Royal Host brand in Asia while also drawing on the knowledge and hospitality expertise gained from the company’s extensive operations in Japan.A police officer, Inspector Richard Gele, has attributed his rejection of a N150 million bribe to his desire for peace of mind. Gele, attached to the Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, Lagos, stated this while narrating his experience with some internet fraudsters who attempted to bribe him. According to him, the suspects had been defrauding unsuspecting members of the public of their hard-earned money through a lottery scam. “The suspects were arrested by operatives of the Cybercrime Section of the Zonal Command,” Gele said. “During interrogation, they offered me a bribe of N150 million to facilitate their release.” However, Gele stated that he rejected the bribe because he valued his integrity and peace of mind more than money. “I told them that I would rather go hungry than compromise my integrity,” he said. “I arrested them because they were defrauding innocent people, and I will ensure that they face the full wrath of the law.” Gele’s action has been commended by the Zonal Police Command and the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, who has ordered the immediate transfer of the suspects to the Force Criminal Investigation Department in Abuja for further investigation and prosecution.