A 43-year-old man Sunday Ozimede, who allegedly hacked Moniepoint Microfinance Bank Vault and stole the sum of N1,190, 728, 076 bn, from the bank, was on Monday arraigned by the police before the Federal High Court in Lagos State. The defendant is facing three counts bordering on conspiracy, hacking and obtaining by false pretence preferred against him by the Police …
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In the gilded halls of excellence where dreams are crafted into legacies, stands a beacon that blazes across the African financial skyline. This is the story of FirstBank, the timeless oak of Nigeria’s banking heritage. In 2024, First Bank of Nigeria Limited stands not just as a financial institution but as an emblem of innovation, resilience, and purpose. Garnering 47 …
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Foremost Professor of Political Science, Bolaji Akinyemi, has asked President Bola Tinubu to avoid confrontation with the newly sworn-in 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump. “If I were President Tinubu, I would try to steer clear of antagonising him because there is nothing a bully likes better than taking on people who are not strong enough to …
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Donald Trump’s government is set to recognise only two genders, male and female. The move will come as part of a swathe of executive orders the incoming president will sign on his first day back in the White House. It is one of two branded as “common sense” orders and will end all federal funding or recognition of gender identities. …
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Cossy Ojiakor, the Nigerian actress and singer, says she is introducing a paid chat service, where fans can chat with her for a fee of N100,000. The 40-year-old Anambra-born film star took to her Instagram page on Monday to share a video showcasing her half-naked body while dancing seductively. In the accompanying caption, the actress wrote, “Hey, chat fee is …
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved the request of telecommunications companies to raise tariffs. According to Reuben Mouka, spokesman of the commission, the approval was granted in pursuant to its power under Section 108 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003 (NCA), to regulate and approve tariff rates and charges by telecommunications operators. He said telcos made the request as …
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A Redeemed Christian Church of God Minister, Brother Daniel Ephraim William (aka Babadan), is set to embark on 668.1KM journey on bicycle from Eket in Akwa Ibom State to the RCCG Redemption City of God at Kilometre 46, Lagos/Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State in honour of the Redeemed Christian Church of God General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye’s 83rd birthday celebration. …
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Warmest birthday anniversary wishes to Prophet Wisdom Falade of Christ Apostolic Church, a distinguished gentleman, devoted servant of the people, and precious gem epitomizing a quintessential and easygoing man of God. As you mark another year of life, your reputation as a dependable and trustworthy man of God shines brighter, a beacon of inspiration to others and a testament to …
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Veteran Fuji musician, Alhaji Jimoh Musbau Alani popularly known as Omokekere, says Fuji music has evolved, and is here to stay. Alhaji Musbau Alani, who started his music career 47 years ago (1978) at Lagos Island, stated that there is a huge general improvement in the genre. According to him, the introduction of modern musical instruments into Fuji music hasn’t …
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has expressed grief on the loss of one of its officers, Assistant Superintendent of the EFCC, Aminu Sahabi Salisu who was killed in cold blood while on a legitimate duty on January 17, 2025 by a suspected internet fraudster, Joshua Chukwubueze Ikechukwu. Additionally, the Commission views with great concern the irresponsible, callous, inhuman and outrageous …
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