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In a significant legal development, former Governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano, faced the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) today on nine counts of alleged N4 billion fraud during his eight-year tenure. The 68-year-old ex-governor pleaded not guilty to the charges during the arraignment before Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja….
Nigeria’s Ongoing Battle Against Boko Haram In a recent revelation, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, disclosed that a considerable number of Boko Haram terrorists have surrendered to Nigerian troops through a non-kinetic approach. Non-Kinetic Approach and Surrender Statistics Speaking at the opening of the National Security Course on ‘Psychological Operations…
In a surprising turn of events, the Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Olakunle Oluomo, has been impeached by 18 out of the 26 members of the assembly. The impeachment took place during a plenary session presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Mrs. Bolanle Ajayi. The assembly elected Mr. Oludaisi Elemide, currently representing…
Aliko Dangote, the prominent Nigerian businessman and president of Dangote Group, has retained his position as the richest person in Africa, leading Forbes’ recently released 2024 list of the continent’s 20 wealthiest billionaires. Dangote’s net worth is reported to stand at an impressive $13.9 billion. Femi Otedola, Chairman of Geregu Power Plc and a key…
Defending champions Senegal clinched the top spot in Group C at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with a decisive 2-0 victory over Guinea in a spirited and, at times, contentious match. Abdoulaye Seck propelled the Teranga Lions into the lead with a powerful header from a free-kick, while Iliman Ndiaye sealed the triumph with…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to arraign the immediate-past governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano, before Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja. Obiano faces nine counts of alleged money laundering amounting to N4,008,573,350. The charges include accusations that Obiano indirectly transferred funds from the Anambra State Government Security…
In response to the escalating rates of kidnapping and banditry, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olukayode Egbetokun has directed the posting of 54 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs) to head the Force Intelligence Departments at zonal and state command levels across the country. This move follows a surge in criminal activities, particularly in Abuja and Kaduna…
Daniel Amartey went half-naked after the game between the Black stars of Ghana 🇬🇭 and Mozambique 🇲🇿 at the ongoing AFCON. Sources say it was an emotional message he was sending across to the supporters for the humiliation he has endured at camp after Chris Hughton failed to use him in all three games except…
In a recent operation, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has cracked down on an alleged internet fraud training ring in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State, arresting 24 individuals undergoing tutelage as internet scammers. The operation, conducted based on intelligence reports, targeted a suspected hideout for training internet fraudsters at Ewet Housing…
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Ghana faced a devastating exit from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after a nail-biting 2-2 draw against Mozambique in Abidjan. The Black Stars, led by coach Chris Hughton, had initially taken the lead with two penalty goals from Jordan Ayew, but the late resurgence of Mozambique shattered Ghana’s…