Politics

Femi Falana, a senior advocate of Nigeria, has commented on the situation involving former Governor Yahaya Bello’s resistance to arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commissioner (EFCC). In a video recently shared on YouTube by Channels TV, Falana highlighted a similar incident involving former Governor Rochas Okorocha, where the EFCC took decisive action in […]

The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has called on the immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, to follow the path of decency and submit himself for probe. Bello is being wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged corrupt practices while in office

THE Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has warned members of the public that it is a criminal offence to obstruct officers of the Commission from carrying out their lawful duties. This is as the anti-graft agency has insisted that former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, will be arraigned on Thursday despite confirming that he

Following the sentence of popular Lagos crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, the crimes commission, EFCC, promised to go after individuals involved in the mutilation of the Naira and yesterday, news broke out that The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a three-count charge against popular Instagram celebrity Pascal Okechukwu also known

In a recent statement via his official X account, a well-known human rights activist Chidi Odinkalu has voiced his opinion regarding the recent move by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to arraign popular socialite Cubana Chief Priest for allegedly abusing the Naira.  In the statement, Odinkalu expressed his thoughts on the matter. “Having

Nigerian billionaire E-money takes it upon himself to raise Late Jnr Pope’s three kids. Recall that on April 10, 2024, the 39-year-old actor sadly lost his life in a boat accident while filming a movie Junior Pope’s death was officially declared after many attempts at CPR were unsuccessful. On their way back from the shoot of Adanma

An upcoming Yoruba movie actress and entrepreneur, Toluwanimi Fagbemi, has narrated her true life story about what her father did to her late mother that led to her death, while also stating some of the struggles she went through in her family. In a video that was posted on the official Instagram page of Talk

I Am Alive, Hale, Hearty- Fuji Maestro Renowned Nigerian Fuji Maestro, Kolawole Ayinla, popularly known as General Killington, on Monday denounced rumours of his death. Reacting to the rumour which went viral on Monday, Ayinla said those behind the rumour should be referred to a psychiatric hospital for proper medical attention. The veteran musician who

The Board of Trustees of a faction of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has suspended the Governor of Kano state, Abba Yusuf, for six months over alleged involvement in anti-party activities. According to the National Secretary of the party, Comrade Oginni Olaposi, on Sunday, the governor’s suspension comes after a recent invitation was extended

Pete Edochie, a renowned Nollywood icon, has incorporated a valuable lesson from Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, the first president of the country. During an interview, he was asked about his handling of ladies expressing interest in him as a celebrity. Edochie met Dr. Azikiwe upon his return from America and inquired about his handling of attractive married women

In a recent Facebook video, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, leader of Salvation Ministries International, shared heartening stories underscoring his unwavering dedication to generosity and compassion. Recounting a memorable encounter, he described spotting a young man in church adorned in tattered slippers and promptly decided to clothe him entirely, from head to toe. The following service, Pastor

The deceased was said to have been shot dead by the terrorists in front of his residence in Tsafe on Monday.  Gunmen suspected to be terrorists have killed the secretary of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Alhaji Musa Ille. The deceased was said to have

The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has been suspended as a member of his ward in Kano State. Executive members of Ganduje ward, in Dawakin-Tofa local government area of Kano State, on Monday announced the suspension of Ganduje over alleged corruption. Addressing journalists in the state capital,…

Popular actor and filmmaker, Ugezu J. Ugezu, has moved to defend the movie industry after the death of popular actor, Junior Pope. In the past three months, Nollywood has lost some big names, including comedians Mr Ibu and Sisi Quadri. Star actor, Junior Pope, also died on Wednesday and the sad incident has drawn sparked

The Anambra State Police has reacted to the confusion surrounding the burial of the victims of the Anam boat mishap by the riverside. According to the police, three of the deceased were buried by the riverside but actor Junior Pope and one other are still in the morgue. The police added that one of those

The week-long burial programme for the burial of the first civilian governor of Anambra State, the late Dr Chukwuemeka Ezeife, Okwadike Igbo Ukwu, began at the weekend with an interdenominational service of songs. The service of songs held at the National Ecumenical (Christian) Centre Abuja on Friday night was conducted by the Christian Association of

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has clarified its stance on the new national Identity card project designed to promote financial inclusion and other social services. The clarification became necessary following the barrage of criticisms against the new policy considered unnecessary and a waste of resources. Major stakeholders have asked NIMC to improve on its

A court has sentenced a top Vietnamese property tycoon to death in one of the biggest corruption cases in history, with an estimated $27 billion in damages. Truong My Lan, chair of major developer Van Thinh Phat, was found guilty of swindling cash from Saigon Commercial Bank (SCB) over a decade. A panel of three

According to Sowunmi, a notable member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Governor Nyesom Wike has sent a letter expressing his interest in joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in forming a government. Sowunmi emphasized the significance of loyalty within the party, clarifying that Wike’s intention to serve in the government shouldn’t be seen

At least one person was on Friday killed in Awka, Anambra State capital. This brings to about 15 the number of persons that have been killed in the city since Easter Sunday, just two weeks ago. About six persons were killed on Easter Sunday, while the following Sunday, three people were killed. Also, there have

•Disband Army probe, institute judicial inquiry, SANs, retired judges tell FG•Alternatively, direct Delta govt to set up a judicial commission of inquiry•Fault CDS claim that JTF has a police component to investigate murder•Allow villagers to retrieve the corpses of their dead•Order military to vacate community; handover suspects to police•Time to call military to order —Urhobo

Abigail Fredrick a native of Ikot Udoma village in Eket LGA of Akwa Ibom State, a make-up artist who was part of the crew that was involved in a boat capsize while going to shoot a movie has been buried by the river side May her soul rest in peaceShe was just 24. Earlier report

Former Rivers governor Peter Odili has thrown his weight behind Governor Siminalayi Fubara, endorsing him as the political leader of the state. Odili, who served as governor from 1999 to 2007, praised Fubara for his steadfast defence of the interests of the people. With the endorsement, Odili dumped Nyesom Wike, the former governor of the

Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, the Minister of Science and Technology under the Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, is dead. A source, close to the deceased, confirmed the death to Tribune online on Thursday. Onu, a former governor of Abia State, died after a brief illness in an undisclosed hospital in Nigeria. Recall that the late 72-year-old former minister

Nollywood actor, Junior Pope Odonwodo, popularly called Jnr Pope, is dead. The actor died this afternoon while filming in Asaba, Delta State capital. According to our source, the actor died during a boat trip. The boat capsized and he, alongside two others yet to be identified actors, drowned. His body was recovered and rushed to the

The Chairman of Nigerian indigenous carrier, Air Peace, Mr Allen Onyema, has raised the alarm that foreign carriers operating the Nigeria-UK route are allegedly conspiring to send Air Peace out of international operations by crashing airfares on the route. Onyema gave the revelation on Tuesday while featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme. He alleged

In a recent development, an Arewa group has reportedly called on Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, to cease the digging of boreholes in the Northern regions of Nigeria. This request comes amidst discussions on social media platforms, where prominent figures like Aisha Yesufu have commented on the situation. The Arewa

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alh. Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Wednesday as Eid-il-fitr. A statement on Monday by the Deputy Secretary General of NSCIA, Prof Salisu Shehu said fasting continues on Tuesday. 2. The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has prohibited the use of foreign