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 Alleged $700m Fraud: How Impersonator of Olukoyede’s Aide was Arrested- Witness   The Second Prosecution Witness,  PW2, Akeem Lasisi in the trial of Ojobo Joshua and Aliyu Hashim before Justice J.O Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory,  FCT,  High Court, Apo, Abuja, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, narrated how his team arrested the defendants who allegedly impersonated officers of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, with Joshua, the first defendant, claiming to be the Personal Assistant of the Commission’s Executive Chairman, Ola Olukoyede in a bid to defraud the former Managing Director of the Nigeria Port Authority, NPA, Mohammed Bello Koko of $USD700 million. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, is prosecuting Joshua alongside Hashim on amended four-count charge, bordering on impersonation, conspiracy and obtaining by false pretence the sum of $700,000, (Seven Hundred Thousand United States Dollars). At Wednesday`s proceedi...

 ‎Anambra Plans New Tenancy Law to Regulate Rents and Agent Fees ‎ ‎By Okeke Joesphine ‎ ‎Governor Chukwuma Soludo has on June 30, responded to growing public concerns over rising house rents and multiple charges imposed on tenants across Anambra State. ‎ ‎For years, residents have complained about the increasing cost of securing accommodation, with many tenants burdened by additional expenses such as agency fees, legal fees, agreement charges, and other related payments demanded during the rental process. ‎ ‎In a move aimed at addressing these challenges, the Anambra State Government has announced plans to introduce the Anambra Rent and Tenancy Law. The proposed legislation is designed to regulate tenancy practices, promote transparency within the housing sector, and provide stronger protection for tenants, particularly low-income earners. ‎ ‎Speaking on the initiative, Gov. Soludo acknowledged the difficulties many residents face in accessing affordable housing. The administratio...

 ANAMBRA HEAD OF CIVIL SERVICE CRACKS DOWN ON MIDDLEMEN IN RETIREMENT BENEFITS PROCESSING By MaryAnn Chukwuma. The Anambra State Head of Civil Service, Ngozi Anuli Iwouno, Esq., mni, has intensified efforts to safeguard the integrity of retirement benefits processing by warning retiring officers against patronizing middlemen and unauthorized agents promising to fast-track their entitlements. In a circular issued from the Office of the Head of Service on July 1, 2026, Iwouno expressed concern over increasing reports of fraudulent individuals exploiting intending retirees while also highlighting delays caused by incomplete retirement documentation. She directed all officers due for retirement to ensure their files contain all required documents, including bank statements covering the last three months before retirement and functional telephone numbers for easy communication. The Head of Civil Service advised intending retirees to carefully verify that all necessary documents have bee...

 Minister Clarifies NYSC Uniform Proposals, Says No Decision Taken The Minister of Youth Development has dismissed reports suggesting that a specific fabric has been chosen to replace the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) uniform, describing them as misleading. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Minister addressed reactions following his appearance on Channels Television earlier in the day, where he discussed ongoing reforms of the NYSC scheme. “For the avoidance of doubt, yes, I mentioned Adire during the discussion. I also mentioned Ankara,” the Minister said. “My intention was simply to cite examples of some of the proposals that have been put forward in the course of our consultations. It was not an announcement that any particular fabric has been adopted or approved to replace the current NYSC uniform.” He emphasised that the government is still evaluating various options for a potential new uniform that would meet several key criteria, including professional outlook, un...

 Court Affirms Mark-Led ADC Leadership, Dismisses Abejide’s Suit The Federal High Court in Abuja has upheld the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) headed by Senator David Mark, dismissing a suit challenging the appointments of Mark and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as the party’s national chairman and national secretary. Delivering judgment on Thursday, Justice Musa Liman struck out the suit filed by House of Representatives member, Leke Abejide, describing it as lacking merit. The court upheld the preliminary objections raised by the ADC, its former National Chairman, Chief Ralph Nwosu, Senator David Mark and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, agreeing that the case was not one the court had jurisdiction to entertain. Justice Liman held that the dispute concerned the internal affairs of the party and was therefore non-justiciable. The judge further ruled that Abejide lacked the legal standing to institute the suit, having failed to demonstrate that his rights had been violated by t...

 Burna Boy Gets Emotional at 35th Birthday as Mama Burna Demands a Wife, Not Another Car Afrobeats powerhouse Burna Boy recently celebrated a major milestone as he clocked 35, surrounded by the warmth of his family, close friends, and team. Known for his tough exterior and energetic stage presence, the Grammy-winning superstar showed his vulnerable side during an intimate, emotional birthday surprise. An Emotional Milestone for the 'African Giant' In a heartwarming video that has quickly gone viral, the "Last Last" singer appeared visibly moved, lowering his head as his family gathered around him. His mother and manager, Bose Ogulu (popularly known as Mama Burna), along with his sisters, were seen comforting and embracing him during the deeply personal moment. The close-knit bond of the Ogulu family was on full display, reminding fans that behind the global superstar is a son and brother who deeply values his roots. Mama Burna's Hilarious Birthday Demand The emoti...