GTBank increases SMS transaction alert fee to ₦6

Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has announced a revision in its SMS transaction alert charges, with the fee increasing from ₦4 to ₦6 per message effective Thursday, May 1, 2025.   In a customer notice issued on Wednesday, the bank cited rising telecommunication service charges as the reason for the upward adjustment.   “This adjustment is due to a recent increase …

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Serial Investment Fraudster Bags 63 Years in Ibadan

Justice Olusola Adetujoye of the Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan, on Monday, April 28, 2025 convicted and sentenced Olaniyan Gbenga Amos to sixty-three (63) years jail term for multiple investment fraud. He was convicted alongside his firm, Detorrid Heritage Investment Limited. They were prosecuted on 30-count charges by Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, …

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EFCC arrests E-Money for alleged Naira abuse

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested popular Lagos socialite, Emeka Okonkwo Daniel, also known as E-Money, for allegedly abusing the Naira.   Vanguard gathered that he was picked up by operatives of the commission on Monday night at his residence in Lagos.   The socialite is facing allegations of Naira abuse and the defacement of foreign currencies, …

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Defamation Against MFM’s Olukoya: Blogger Gets Light Punishment in Court, Enters Plea Bargain

Recall that in February 2024, One AYOTUNDE RICHARDS who is the second Defendant in the criminal Charge No: FHC/L/168C/2024 currently pending at the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, had sued Dr Olukoya, the General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles. Ministries, his lawyer Barr Davidson Adejuwon and others, alleging breaches of his fundamental rights.     Mr AYOTUNDE RICHARDS, …

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Compt. Kola Oladeji’s innovative approach to border security and improved revenue collection at FOU Zone A

In the often chaotic landscape of Nigeria’s border security and revenue collection, one individual has emerged as a transformative leader: Comptroller Kola Oladeji, the immediate past Comptroller of the Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A. Over the course of his 12-month tenure, Oladeji has not only revolutionized Customs operations within that region but has also set a new standard for …

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Call For EFCC, ICPC To Investigate Allegations Against Governor Abiodun Not Political, Group Says

A global politically neutral group identified as Naija Lives Matter (NLM), has stated that its call for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) to investigate allegations trailing Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State is not politically motivated.     The group founded by Dr. Ope Banwo who is also the convener of …

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Court Orders Final Forfeiture of Property to FG

Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, April 25, 2025, ordered the final forfeiture of a property to the Federal Government of Nigeria. The property is located at 26, Tolu Road, Olodi Apapa, Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area of Lagos State. The judge gave the order, following a motion on notice filed by the …

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I’m a bonafide member of Celestial Church – K1

Fuji icon Wasiu Ayinde popularly known as K1 De Ultimate has revealed he’s a member of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) despite being a Muslim.   In an interview on Agbaletu TV, K1 expressed love for the church, stating he built a church and explored various religions to deepen his spiritual connection.   He emphasised pride in joining the …

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Alleged Naira mutilation: Court sends musician Terry Akpala to Ikoyi prison

A popular Lagos musician, Terry Alexander Ejeh, otherwise known as Terry Akpala, has been remanded in a Correctional Centre after he was arraigned on charges bordering on mutilation of the Naira notes by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.   Terry Akpala was arraigned before Justice Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, …

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