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EFCC calls on Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and others to put Yahaya Bello on watch list The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has asked INTERPOL in Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Sudan and Algeria to place former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello on its watch list. The Nation reports that the anti-corruption agency made the decision based on credible information. Sources …

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), led by Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, reiterated its support for the governors elected under its banner on Monday, assuring that their interests would remain a top priority under the leadership of the party. During a visit to the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja, Senator Hope Uzodinma, Chairman of the Progressive …

The Rivers State House of Representatives under the leadership of Martins Amaewhule has accused Governor Siminialayi Fubara of violating the provisions of the 1999 Constitution as amended. In a letter dated July 8, 2024, signed by Faction Leader Martins Amaewhule and sent to Governor Fubara on Monday, the Assembly pointed out several actions by the governor that allegedly violated the …

The Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, on Monday, issued an ex-parte interim order restraining the state Chief Justice and the Clerk of the state House of Representatives from recognizing the Martins Amaewhule-led state House of Representatives. Justice Jumbo Stephen issued the order, which also prohibits them from dealing with Amaewhule and 26 others as members of the …

Senator on Monday unveils comprehensive plan to transform Edo State economy On Monday, Senator Okpebholo, the APC governorship aspirant, unveiled a comprehensive economic blueprint designed to transform Edo State into a hub of economic growth and development. PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS Diversification Senator Okpebholo’s plan aims to reduce the state’s dependence on oil by promoting alternative industries such as agriculture, tourism and …

A man, whose identity is still being withheld, on Monday, climbed a pole on Katampe Hill in Abuja, declaring his readiness to sacrifice his life to solve the problems facing Nigerians. According to a suicide note found at the base of the ship’s mast, he demanded the restoration of fuel subsidies among other measures to alleviate the hardships facing Nigerians. …

Social media users in Kogi State have slammed Governor Usman Ododo and the Member of the House of Representatives representing Ikeja Federal Constituency in Lagos State, Honourable James Abiodun Faleke, over alleged conspiracy to misuse state funds. Using the trending hashtag !#kogirejectsfalake, Kogi netizens accused the two of being involved in shady dealings with former Governor Yahaya Bello to defraud …

  ●Signs landmark development agreement with Okpella communities Dangote Cement Management, Okpella, has signed a Social Development and Support Agreement with the Okpella host communities in Edo State, demonstrating its commitment to the development and overall well-being of the host communities and their people as a responsible corporate entity. (left to right): High Chief Daniel O. Obalo; Eng. Mohammed Ismaeel, …

The Federal High Court, Abuja, last week nullified the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) primaries declaring Asue Ighodalo as the party’s candidate in the September 21 governorship election in Edo State. In the same week, Foreign Minister Yussuf Tuggar said at least 7,000 people had been killed in terror attacks in West Africa in the first five months of this year. …

Police arrest father who chained 6-year-old son in Bauchi The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested one Mamuda Abubakar for allegedly chaining his 6-year-old son in a room of their residence in Giade Local Government Area. The command’s spokesperson, SP Ahmed Mohammed, who confirmed the incident in a statement on Monday, July 8, said the police received a report of …