Engr. Mike Yayi, REPUBLIC OF BENIN

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From:     Mike YAYI. <engrmikeyayi2000@yahoo.cn>
Subject:    Our Project Allocatio!!!
Date:    4 Jul 2008 22:23:08 +0200 (16:23 EDT)

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY & NATURAL RESOURCES
REPUBLIC OF BENIN.
FROM THE DESK OF: ENGR.MIKE YAYI.
Engr.Mike Yayi M.sc Manager 14 Project Allocation.

Dear Friend,

I am a member of the Contract Award Committee and 14 Project Allocation Manager, of the Department of Minerals and Natural Resources in Republic of Benin; I am in search of an agent to assist us in the transfer of (USD11.5M) and subsequent investment in properties in your country. You will be required to:

(1) Assist in the transfer of the said funds
(2) Advise on lucrative areas for investment
(3) Assist us in purchase of properties.

If you decide to render your service to us in this regard, 30% of the total sum of USD11.5M will be for you. Thank you and God bless, as I wait in anticipation of your fullest co-operation.

Yours Faithfully,
Engr.Mike Yayi.

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