A United States of America court has sentenced five Nigerians to over 159 years of combined jail term for defrauding over 100 Americans, companies and government entities to the tune of $17m.

This was contained in a statement obtained on the US Department of Justice website on Wednesday and signed by the acting US Attorney for the Eastern District of Texas, Ray Combs.

The statement noted that the defendants, Damilola Kumapayi, Sandra Iribhogbe, Edgal Iribhogbe, Chidindu Okeke and Chiagoziem Okeke, were part of a transnational organised crime group.

Your life is very important to God don't live anyhow because you will give account to God on the judgment day

Your life is very important to God don't live anyhow because you will give account to God on the judgment day

Consistency is the key to success

Ladies, let’s be real, you need to learn how to talk. No man or serious person will tolerate rudeness, insults, or pride for long. You may have the looks, the body, or even the brains, but if your character is bad, it will chase away good opportunities and people.

Learn how to speak with respect, even when you’re upset. Learn how to communicate without shouting or throwing insults. Nobody wants to be in a relationship where they’re constantly disrespected. You keep saying men are scum, but sometimes, it’s not them, it's how you talk. You can’t be talking down on people and expect love in return.

Don’t let your mouth and attitude destroy what your beauty has built. Bad character can close doors faster than a bad CV. So, my dear gender, if you truly want to keep a man, grow in self-control, communication, and humility. The world will treat you better when you treat people better.

- Eve Esin