The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied reports that former governor of Kogi State, Yahaha Bello is in their custody. A statement issued today on the commission’s official X handle said Bello is still a wanted person. “Media reports today that a former Governor of Kogi State, Mr. Yahaya Bello is in the holding facility …
Continue ReadingFormer Governor of Kogi State Yahaya Bello has honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after months of back-and-forth and an attempt by the agency to arrest him. A statement by the Director, Yahaya Bello Media Office, Ohiare Michael on Wednesday, said Bello has honoured the invitation of the EFCC “after due consultations with his family, …
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Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC, have arrested five suspected illegal Chinese miners at Ndito-Eka-Iba village, in Ibieno Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The five alleged illegal miners were arrested by the “Special Task Force on illegal Mining” at the Commission’s Zonal office in Uyo, following credible intelligence on the illegal …
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The Chief of Defence Staff ( CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa visited Zamfara State today, 13 September, 2024 on an official assignment to Operational areas in furtherance to his commitment in tackling insecurity in the country. Speaking at the government house Gusau, the CDS showed appreciation to the governor for his support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) …
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A Lagos State Chief Magistrate Court in Ogba has ordered the remand in prison custody of the suspected killer of a local government staffer, Kazeem Idowu Keshinro. The four suspects Mukaila Salau known as PKA Actor, Tiyamiyu Ahmed, Wasiu Suleimon, and Ibrahim Ekemode were docked before Magistrate Lateef Owolabi on two count charges. According to the charges filed by the …
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Seasoned music producer, Julius Olagoroye popularly known as Julie King, has reacted to the video trending online that he allegedly raped a physically challenged upcoming gospel artiste, Felicia Oluranti Oladeji popularly known as Nifemi Gold and late Aduke Gold. A few weeks ago, Nifemi Gold posted a viral video alleging Julie King of raping her and the late Aduke Gold …
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After returning to Nigeria from a successful music tour of the United Kingdom, ace Juju musician, Segun Nabi is set to embark on a tour of major cities in the United States of America. Mr Pamela, as Nabi is fondly called by his fans, is scheduled to begin his much anticipated US tour this year, after succumbing to the request …
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The Nigerian Association of Social and Resourceful Editors (NASRE) has expressed deep sympathy for the people of Borno State following the devastating floods caused by heavy rainfall. In a statement released today, September 11, 2024, NASRE commiserates with the state’s government, stakeholders, and residents who have been severely affected by the flooding, which has disrupted economic activities and displaced …
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…bill scales second reading at Lagos Assembly Majority of the lawmakers at the Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday supported the Market Authority Bill currently being considered by the legislators. The bill scaled second reading on the floor of the House with the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, committing it to the House Committee on Local Government. The committee …
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The Kano Young Scholars Without Borders (KYSB) has commended Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, representative of Bichi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, for his exceptional leadership and commitment to the welfare of his constituents, particularly the youth. In a statement signed by its President, Dr. Bala Usman Bello, the group praised Hon. Bichi for his recent increase in regular …
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