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Geza embroiled in fraud and intimidation scandal
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Controversial war veteran, Blessed Geza, finds himself at the center of a fraud, perjury, and corruption scandal after failing to pay US$1,250,000 for a piece of land in Harare. Geza, who is embroiled in a bitter legal battle with former ARDA chairman Mr. Basil Nyabadza, has allegedly resorted to harassment and intimidation tactics targeting prosecutors and police officers involved in the case.
According to court documents, the dispute stems from a 2020 agreement between Geza and Nyabadza for the sale of a portion of land on Plot 5, Spitzkop, Harare. The agreed purchase price was US$1,362,000, of which Geza made staggered payments totaling US$112,000. He committed to settling the remaining balance of US$1,250,000 by October 2021 and agreed to pay a US$100,000 cash deposit in four installments between November 2020 and January 2021.
Despite these commitments, Geza failed to make the required payments and, under oath, falsely claimed he had fully settled his debts. He allegedly secured a fake Deed of Transfer (Number 6867/73) and obtained fraudulent documentation for the sale of the disputed land, reportedly through bribing officials in the Ministry of Local Government.
Sources close to the case have described Geza's sporadic payment history as a material breach of the agreement. Furthermore, he has accused Nyabadza of not holding title deeds to the land in question, despite evidence suggesting Geza unlawfully obtained a subdivision permit without proper documentation. This raises suspicions of fraudulent activity and bypassing legal channels.
In addition to the financial and legal disputes, Geza has allegedly engaged in harassment and intimidation. He has repeatedly reported Nyabadza to the police, but his allegations have been dismissed due to a lack of evidence and proof of payment. Geza has also targeted individuals involved in the case, including prosecutors and police officers.
During a September 2024 court session at the Harare Magistrates Court, Geza disrupted proceedings by accusing Prosecutor Miss Maphosa of bias and openly threatening Nyabadza, stating, "I will deal with you, Nyabadza. If there will be blood, let there be blood."
Geza's threats extended beyond the courtroom. On September 7, 2024, he reportedly sent 15 rowdy youths to Nyabadza's property, threatening violence. Similar incidents occurred on September 11, escalating fears of potential unrest.
Despite initiating legal action against Nyabadza, Geza has failed to attend court hearings consistently, leading to repeated postponements. His actions have led to several prosecutors and police officers withdrawing from the case after receiving death threats, further complicating the judicial process.
The scandal has cast a shadow over Geza's reputation as a war veteran and highlighted issues of corruption, fraud, and intimidation in high-profile legal disputes. Observers are calling for stricter measures to protect legal professionals and ensure justice is served without interference or coercion.
According to court documents, the dispute stems from a 2020 agreement between Geza and Nyabadza for the sale of a portion of land on Plot 5, Spitzkop, Harare. The agreed purchase price was US$1,362,000, of which Geza made staggered payments totaling US$112,000. He committed to settling the remaining balance of US$1,250,000 by October 2021 and agreed to pay a US$100,000 cash deposit in four installments between November 2020 and January 2021.
Despite these commitments, Geza failed to make the required payments and, under oath, falsely claimed he had fully settled his debts. He allegedly secured a fake Deed of Transfer (Number 6867/73) and obtained fraudulent documentation for the sale of the disputed land, reportedly through bribing officials in the Ministry of Local Government.
Sources close to the case have described Geza's sporadic payment history as a material breach of the agreement. Furthermore, he has accused Nyabadza of not holding title deeds to the land in question, despite evidence suggesting Geza unlawfully obtained a subdivision permit without proper documentation. This raises suspicions of fraudulent activity and bypassing legal channels.
During a September 2024 court session at the Harare Magistrates Court, Geza disrupted proceedings by accusing Prosecutor Miss Maphosa of bias and openly threatening Nyabadza, stating, "I will deal with you, Nyabadza. If there will be blood, let there be blood."
Geza's threats extended beyond the courtroom. On September 7, 2024, he reportedly sent 15 rowdy youths to Nyabadza's property, threatening violence. Similar incidents occurred on September 11, escalating fears of potential unrest.
Despite initiating legal action against Nyabadza, Geza has failed to attend court hearings consistently, leading to repeated postponements. His actions have led to several prosecutors and police officers withdrawing from the case after receiving death threats, further complicating the judicial process.
The scandal has cast a shadow over Geza's reputation as a war veteran and highlighted issues of corruption, fraud, and intimidation in high-profile legal disputes. Observers are calling for stricter measures to protect legal professionals and ensure justice is served without interference or coercion.
Source - The Herald
