The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a wanted notice for Ibrahim Mohammed, a 26-year-old from Jada Local Government Area in Adamawa State. Mohammed is sought for allegedly stealing and unlawfully possessing an EFCC vehicle. The EFCC released a public notice detailing that Mohammed’s last known address is 56 Japa Bariki Road, Adamawa…
The Department of State Services (DSS) in Nigeria recently summoned Comrade Jamiu Olayinka, a leader of the Ibeju-Lekki Peoples Forum, for questioning. This action follows a lawsuit filed by the forum and De Renaissance Patriots Foundation against the Lagos State government. The lawsuit demands transparency about a $100 million land deal involving Aliko Dangote’s refinery….
On September 13, 2024, the Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced that the State Environmental Sanitation Corps (KAI) successfully dismantled illegal trading operations under the Obalende Bridge. This action was part of a broader effort to maintain environmental cleanliness in Lagos.According to Wahab, the operation involved the removal of structures…
On September 12, 2024, a potentially dangerous incident occurred at the Enugu State Broadcasting Service (ESBS) when a private security guard accidentally shot himself in the foot. The guard was on duty with the Managing Director, Ladi Akeredolu-Ali, and was carrying a baby belonging to a staff member when the accident happened.According to reports, the…
On September 12, 2024, the Labour Party (LP) demanded an investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the National Security Adviser (NSA) into claims of misappropriation of campaign funds. The LP, led by Julius Abure, alleged that significant donations meant for the party’s 2023 presidential campaign were diverted. National Publicity Secretary Abayomi…
On the morning of September 11, 2024, a violent attack by bandits targeted Bassa community in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, leading to significant casualties. Zakariyau Bassa, a 20-year-old senior secondary school student, was killed during the assault. According to sources, Zakariyau was shot while trying to flee his home after hearing gunfire.The…
The Edo State Government has challenged the authority of Nigeria’s Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, who announced the suspension of the Edo Security Corps (ESC) in preparation for the September 21 governorship election. The ESC, established by legislation from the Edo State House of Assembly, is argued by the state government to be…
A viral photo recently showed Hajiya Fatima Aminu Aliyu Garu, wife of House of Representatives member Garu Aminu Aliyu, handing out sugarcane sticks to youths. The lawmaker, a representative of Bauchi Federal Constituency from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was involved in this distribution, but details on the exact date and location remain unclear.This type…
In a significant development, 196 Nigerian soldiers have submitted their resignation letters to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja. This mass resignation, which includes soldiers from various formations across the country, comes amid ongoing security challenges and allegations of corruption within the Nigerian Army.The soldiers, predominantly from junior ranks, have sought voluntary…
A leader of a Nigerian police team has been arrested for allegedly brutalizing and extorting N3 million from a Ghana returnee in Bayelsa State. The Nigerian Police Force confirmed the arrest and recovery of the extorted money.The arrest followed a complaint by Liberty Isaac Kelechi, who claimed that on August 26, 2024, he was traveling…