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11
Mar

Oyetola’s Aides Dismiss Gov. Adeleke’s Financial Misconduct Allegations

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By Damilola Adeleke Former aides of ex-Osun State Governor Gboyega Oyetola have rejected allegations of financial misconduct made by the current governor, Ademola Adeleke. Adeleke recently filed a petition with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), accusing Oyetola—now Minister of Blue Economy—of misappropriating a $20 million World Bank health grant meant for renovating 320 […]

10
Mar

Osinbajo Highlights Civil Service as Key to National Development

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By Damilola Adeleke Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has stressed the vital role of civil servants in shaping a nation’s progress, stating that “the civil servant holds the key to every nation’s success.” Speaking at a recent public forum, he reflected on his experiences as Vice President, Acting President, and Attorney General of Lagos State. […]

10
Mar

Fuji Icon Shefiu Adekunle’s Daughter Earns PhD, Holds Three Master’s Degrees

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By Damilola Adeleke Dr. Nofisat Adekunle, daughter of renowned Fuji musician Shefiu Alao Adekunle, widely known as “Shefiu Omo Oko,” has made remarkable academic strides, earning a PhD alongside three master’s degrees. Regarded as possibly the most academically accomplished child of any Fuji musician, past or present, Dr. Adekunle obtained her doctorate in Higher Education […]

10
Mar

Mark Carney Secures Liberal Leadership with 85.9% of Votes, Set to Replace Trudeau

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By Damilola Adeleke Mark Carney has officially emerged as the new leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, winning with a commanding 85.9% of the votes. His victory follows Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation earlier this year, setting the stage for Carney to take over as the country’s next prime minister in the coming days. […]

10
Mar

N1 Trillion Recovered by EFCC from Politicians and Others

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By Damilola Adeleke The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made a historic recovery of stolen funds and assets worth over N1 trillion in 2024. This represents the agency’s most significant haul since its establishment in 2003. The recovered funds, if redirected, could finance the combined annual budgets of Yobe, Gombe, Ebonyi, Nasarawa, and […]

09
Mar

NDLEA Captures Fugitive Spare Parts Dealer with 77.50kg of Cocaine, Phenacetin

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By Damilola Adeleke Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have successfully apprehended a fugitive automobile spare parts dealer, Levi Chidiebele Ubodoeze, following a three-week intensive manhunt. Ubodoeze was linked to a foiled attempt to smuggle two kilograms of cocaine to Angola, a scheme uncovered on February 21, 2025. The illicit substance had […]

09
Mar

NAFDAC Destroys N100bn Worth of Fake Medicines Seized in Lagos

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By Damilola Adeleke The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed a massive consignment of expired, falsified, unregistered, and banned medicines seized from the Idumota Open Drug Market in Lagos. In a statement released on Sunday, the agency confirmed that the confiscated drugs, valued at approximately ₦100 billion, were intercepted […]

09
Mar

Dele Momodu Urges Nigerians Abroad to Return Home, Cites Financial Stability in Nigeria

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By Damilola Adeleke Renowned media entrepreneur Dele Momodu has called on Nigerians living abroad to reconsider their financial priorities, emphasizing that wealth and opportunities exist within the country. In a recent interview with Teju Babyface, Momodu argued that having ₦30-40 million in Nigeria can provide a comfortable life and serve as a foundation for entrepreneurship. […]

09
Mar

Crime

Kano Court Jails Woman for $1,154,900, SDR135,900 Money Laundering

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By Damilola Adeleke The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kano Zonal Directorate, has secured the conviction of Hauwa Abdullahi Ibrahim for smuggling undeclared foreign currency into Nigeria. Ibrahim was arrested at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport by the Nigeria Customs Service for attempting to smuggle $1,154,900 and SDR135,900 Saudi Riyals from Saudi Arabia […]

09
Mar

NIMC, NELFUND Sign MoU for Biometric-Enabled Student Cards

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By Damilola Adeleke The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), and Data Mining Company have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to introduce biometric-enabled cards for Nigerian students. The agreement, signed at NELFUND headquarters in Abuja, aims to enhance student access to education loans, digital financial inclusion, and cash transfers. […]

08
Mar

Reno Omokri Challenges Natasha Akpoti to Take Lie Detector Test Over Harassment Allegations

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By Damilola Adeleke Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has called on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to undergo a lie detector test following her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a video posted on social media, Omokri accused Akpoti-Uduaghan of making similar false claims against him in 2021. He recalled how she had […]

08
Mar

Renowned Nigerian Writer, Mabel Segun, Passes Away at 95

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By Damilola Adeleke Veteran Nigerian writer, broadcaster, and sportswoman, Mabel Dorothy Okanima Segun, has passed away at the age of 95. Segun, who recently celebrated her 95th birthday in Lagos, died in the early hours of Thursday, March 6, 2025, according to a statement released by her family. “It is with gratitude to God for […]

08
Mar

The Death of Hard Work: How Examination Malpractice Destroys Students’ Motivation

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By Damilola Adeleke Hard work remains an irreplaceable tool in academic success, yet many students struggle to discipline themselves when it comes to studying. There is a time to read, a time to play, and a time to rest, but failure often follows when these are not properly managed. Unfortunately, the education system has become […]

07
Mar

South-East Youth Leaders Issue 48-Hour Ultimatum to Fulani Herdsmen

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By Damilola Adeleke The Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL) has given Fulani herdsmen in Enugu State a 48-hour deadline to vacate the area, citing rising concerns over violence and insecurity. In a statement released on Wednesday, COSEYL President-General, Goodluck Ibem, condemned the alleged attacks and sexual violence in Eha-Amufu, Isi-Uzo Local Government Area. […]

07
Mar

BREAKING: Former Presidential Aide Dr. Doyin Okupe Passes Away at 72

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By Damilola Adeleke Dr. Doyin Okupe, a renowned Nigerian physician, politician, and former presidential aide, has died at the age of 72. According to sources close to the family, Okupe had been critically ill for weeks before his passing. Reports confirm that he had been battling cancer, a condition he fought for years. In October […]

07
Mar

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Speaks on Senate’s Handling of Sexual Harassment Allegations

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By Damilola Adeleke The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has weighed in on the sexual harassment allegations made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, assuring that the Senate is taking appropriate measures to address the matter. The controversy began on February 20 during a heated debate over seating arrangements in the […]

07
Mar

Crime

Ilorin Secondary School Student Found with Weapons in School Bag

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By Damilola Adeleke A student of Adewole Senior Secondary School in Ilorin, Kwara State, has been apprehended with an axe, cutlass, and other dangerous weapons hidden inside his school bag. The incident reportedly unfolded when the school’s vice principal caught a student committing an offense. As the student was being taken to the office, a […]

06
Mar

Economic

Court Orders Temporary Forfeiture of N1.37 Billion Allegedly Diverted from Kaduna Rail Project

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By Damilola Adeleke A Federal High Court in Kaduna has issued an interim forfeiture order on N1.37 billion, which was allegedly misappropriated from the Kaduna State Government and funneled into a private account. The funds were initially allocated for the now-abandoned Kaduna light rail project but were reportedly diverted during the tenure of former Governor […]

06
Mar

Economic

CBN Appoints 16 New Directors in Major Leadership Restructuring

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By Damilola Adeleke In a significant overhaul, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has appointed 16 new directors to lead key departments, effective March 3, 2025. This strategic move aims to enhance oversight and operational efficiency within the apex bank. The newly appointed directors and their respective departments are as follows: Banking Supervision: Akinwunmi Olubukola […]

06
Mar

Senate Suspends Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for Six Months Over Rule Violation

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By Damilola Adeleke The Nigerian Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months following a dispute with Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The suspension, announced on Thursday, stems from allegations of violating the Senate Standing Rules by bringing the legislative body into disrepute. The decision followed an investigation by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, […]