Fresh Corruption Charges Awaits Former Governor Of Kano State

The Chairman Kano State Anti-Corruption and Public Complaints Commission Muhuyi Magaji said the commission will file new corruption charges and maladministration against former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje. He said commission’s investigations uncovered the diversion of N51.3 billion from local government funds to unauthorized individuals during Ganduje’s tenure. Magaji alleged that the Ganduje administration transferred N4 billion to an agricultural company from Kano’s consolidated revenue account and withdrew N1 billion monthly from state coffers before its tenure...

Interior Ministry Seeks Collaboration With ICPC In The War Against Corruption

The Minister of Interior, Mr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has for all hands to be on deck to fight the menace of corruption and corrupt practices which fuel insecurity in the country. Tunji-Ojo was speaking when he paid a courtesy visit to Dr Musa Aliyu, SAN, the Chairman of Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), on Tuesday in Abuja. Tunji-Ojo said the purpose of his visit is to seek synergy between his ministry and...

Parliamentary Staff Association of Anambra Assembly on Indefinite Strike

PASAN embarked on strike before Easter because Soludo’s Govt is yet to implement the autonomy of the State Assembly signed into law since 2021.  The resumption of plenary by the Anambra State House of Assembly on Tuesday after the Easter break has been forestalled, following the ongoing indefinite strike action by members of its Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria – PASAN. It would be recalled that the PASAN Anambra State chapter, a few months ago,...

FG Announces Suspension Of Mining Activities Within OAU, Others

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake on behalf of the Federal Government has announced the indefinite suspension of mining activities within and around the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) and Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex, (OAUTHC) Ile-Ife, Osun State, pending the conclusion of  investigations into suspected illegal mining Within the university, its teaching hospital, and environs. Alake disclosed this in his office on Tuesday, after a meeting with OAU Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adebayo...

Terrorist-Kingpins, Ali Dawud, Bakurah Fallujah, Others Eliminated By NAF

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) through its Air component of Operation Hadarin Kai (OPHK) has executed a precision airstrike on the hideouts of ISWAP terrorists nestled within Kolleram village along the shores of Lake Chad. The operation which was conducted on 13 April 2024, yielded significant success as the Battle Damage Assessment (BDA) post-strike conducted revealed the neutralization of over 30 terrorists. A press statement on Tuesday by Edward Gabkwet, Air Vice Marshal, Director of...

Fireboy DML, Osimhen, and Amusan Make Forbes Africa’s Prestigious “30 Under 30” List

Nigeria’s talent continues to shine on the global stage as three young stars, Fireboy DML, Victor Osimhen, and Tobi Amusan have been recognised by Forbes Africa’s coveted “30 Under 30” list for 2024. The annual list celebrates Africa’s most promising young leaders and changemakers under the age of 30 across various industries. Fireboy DML, the afrobeat singer known for hits like “Jealous” and “Peru,” has taken the music industry by storm. His inclusion highlights the...

EFCC Set To Arraign Socialite Cubana Chief Priest on Naira Abuse Charges

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has announced its intention to arraign social media personality Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, for alleged violations of the naira. The exact details of the charges against Cubana Chief Priest have not been made public, but naira abuse is a serious offence under the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Act. The Act prohibits, among other things, the spraying, mutilation, and unauthorised defacing of the naira....

President Tinubu Declares 7 April as National Police Day

In a move to honour the Nigeria Police Force, President Bola Tinubu has announced 7th April as National Police Day and the first week of April as National Police Week. This declaration comes alongside plans to reform the police force, with a focus on improving training and upgrading equipment. President Tinubu believes these reforms are crucial to establishing a more modern, professional, and effective police force capable of serving the needs of the Nigerian people....

11 communication students awarded scholarships at TSU’s Annual Commweek 

Each student received $1,000 from the SOC scholarship initiative Scholarships not only alleviate financial stress but also contribute to academic success, diversity, and equitable access to education. They are a valuable resource for college students, opening doors that might otherwise remain closed due to financial barriers. The 2024 Commweek – the 42nd Intercultural and Communication Conference of the School of Communication (SOC) at Texas Southern University ended Friday, April 12 with a cheerful outcome. 11...

Food and Energy Costs Soars Nigeria’s Inflation to 33.2% New High

Nigeria’s inflation rate surged to a new high of 33.2 per cent in March 2024, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, on Monday. This represents a 1.5 percentage point increase from the 31.7 per cent recorded in February 2024. The rise in inflation is being attributed primarily to increasing food and beverage prices, coupled with rising energy and housing costs. Food inflation, a key driver of overall inflation in Nigeria,...

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