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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Abuja Zonal Command today, December 7, 2021, arraigned one Simon Oshi, a 28-year-old businessman and entertainer before Justice N. Osun -Adebiyi for alleged issuance of dud cheque. The defendant was alleged to have received 400 pieces of iPads from Aweskim Technologies Limited and issued a cheque of N38,000,000:00 (Thirty-Eight Million Naira) only to the supplier as consideration for payment, but the cheque was returned unpaid due to insufficient funds standing to the credit of the drawer.

 “Director” Bags 20year for N10.1m Scam in Sokoto Justice Mohammad Saidu Sifawa of the Sokoto State High Court has convicted and sentenced a fraudster, Bashir Muazu, to 20 years in prison on two separate charges bordering on criminal breach of trust, cheating and obtaining money by false pretence.   In the first charge, Muazu, a 46 year-old indigene of Sokoto State, was alleged to have fraudulently obtained the sum of N5,280,000 (Five Million Two Hundred and Eighty Thousand Naira) from one Dr. Aliyu Ladan on the guise of supplying him 600 bags of fertilizer.

The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated the commitment of the State government to the welfare and wellbeing of people with disabilities, stressing that the present administration is determined to ensure Persons Living With Disabilities (PLWDs) achieve their full potentials in life. Speaking at a ceremony held to commemorate the Y2021 International Day of Persons with Disabilities at the Police College Parade Ground, Ikeja, Lagos, Dr. (Mrs.) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu stated that global consensus does not regard physical disability as an inability and, therefore, it should not incapacitate anyone from achieving something positive in life. Dr. Sanwo-Olu, represented by Mrs. Rhoda Ayinde, maintained that all persons with physical disabilities have special skills and talents, hence the present administration has provided an enabling environment for PLWDs to achieve their goals in all spheres of human endeavour. Noting that the theme of the Y2021 celebration is “L...

FG LAUNCHES VIRTUAL COURT FACILITIES TO AID DECONGESTION IN CORRECTIONAL CENTRES ……..15 INMATES WITH MINOR OFFENCES REGAIN FREEDOM The Honourable Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN has said that the deployment of virtual court sitting technology in Correctional facilities was aimed at ensuring speedy dispensation of Justice and decongestion of custodial centres in the country. Malami stated this at the launch of pilot project for the deployment and use of Virtual Court sitting facilities at the Kuje Correctional Centre, Abuja on Monday 6th December, 2021.  According to the AGF, “The essence of the launch of the virtual court sitting facilities is re-enactment and consolidation of spirit of Administration of Criminal Justice Act targeted at speedy determination of cases by way of eliminating delays and displacement of denial of justice which will further support our policy of decongestion of correctional centres across the country”. ...

Troops conducting Exercise GOLDEN DAWN Sector 3 have thwarted an attempt by members of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, Eastern Security Network (ESN) to unleash mayhem on residents of Mgbidi and Awo Mmamma  communities in Oru East Local Government Area of Imo state. The group targeted terrorising the people for lawfully refusing  to observe the illegal sit-at-home order foisted on them on Monday 6 November 2021.   The swift response of troops compelled the attackers, mounted on two Sienna Buses and a Toyota Hilux truck  to abandon their mission and withdrew in disarray. Troops are currently on the trail of the  criminals. In a separate development, troops have uncovered four Improvised Explosive Devices planted by members of the proscribed IPOB/ ESN, in their desperate effort to inflict harm on unsuspecting motorists and other road users along Orlu - Owerri road. The vigilant troops, who were on a reinforcement mission to Mgbi...

Four students out of the five who allegedly assaulted late Dowen College Student, Sylvester Oromoni have been arrested. Hakeem Odumosu, Lagos state commissioner of police confirmed the arrest on Tuesday. Recall that late Sylvester Oromoni had before his death named five students who beat him up in school. The incident led to the death of the student on November 30, 2021. Odumosu said the students in custody are assisting the police in their investigation.

The Nigerian Army had claimed last week that the insurgents attempted to gain access into the town but met stiff resistance from troops of 27 Task Force Brigade and Special Forces School, supported by the Nigerian Air Force component. However, a military source told SaharaReporters on Tuesday that the terror group stormed the community, took over the police station and barracks newly renovated by the state government for several hours. He said the gunmen came in different groups and could not be counted. The source added that some policemen sustained injuries while others fled into the bush. One more photo below.

  President Muhammadu Buhari warmly felicitates with Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed on his 70th birthday, joining family and friends to celebrate with the devoted public servant. The President congratulates the minister on the milestone, heralded by many years of diligent service to the country, working as a lawyer and businessman, before getting into politics where he served as Chief of Staff in Lagos State, and National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC). As a party stalwart, President Buhari notes the sacrifices and contributions of the minister in raising a formidable information machinery that went a long way in bringing change in the country. The President believes Mohammed works assiduously to create understanding and enhance the image of the country by bridging the gaps in information, commending his ingenuity, resilience and emotional intelligence. President Buhari joins members of Federal Executive Council, All Progressive...

President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday in Abuja said stronger partnership with the private sector will help in improving health facilities and access in the country, adding that a nation needs a healthy population to prosper. Speaking at the virtual groundbreaking ceremony of African Medical Centre of Excellence, a landmark hospital project that will significantly transform the healthcare sector in West African sub-region, the President said the challenges faced in the health sector require collective will, partnership and more resources, especially in tackling brain drain. The health project is being implemented by African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank) in partnership with the Federal Government, Kings College Hospital, London, University of Winsconsin Teaching Hospital, USA and Christies Hospital, Manchester.   “It is my pleasure to preside over the groundbreaking ceremony of the Africa Medical Center of Excellence, Abuja, Nigeria.  Today represents more than just the gro...

Governor Babagana Umara Zulum on Monday night visited soldiers injured during a fierce battle, on Friday, between troops and Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists at Rann, a border town between Nigeria and Cameroon, in Kala Balge, Local Government Area in the central part Borno State.  Zulum interacted with and consoled all the affected soldiers in Army Hospital at Maimalari Barracks, located in Maiduguri.  He was received by the General Officer Commanding 7 Division of the Army, Brig Gen. Abdulwahab Eyitayo.  The Governor directed the release of N5m which was immediately shared to all soldiers on admission, including those unconnected with the Kala-Balge battle. Accompanied by the state assembly member, representing Kala Balge, and commissioners for Justice and Local Government and Emirate Affairs, Governor Zulum consoled the soldiers, thanked and commended them for their gallantry and patriotism. The Director of Army Public Relations, Brig.-Gen. Onyem...

Anambra State Government has flagged off the mass vaccination exercise against Covid-19 in the state which kickstarted today December 7 and will end on January 5, 2022 in all the apex primary health care centers across all the 326 wards in the State and selected private health facilities and other public spaces. While flagging off the exercise at Anambra State Immunization Cold Store at the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Awka, Governor Willie Obiano restated the resolve of the State Government to meet the global target of reaching seventy percent of the population by the end of June, 2022. Specifically, Governor Obiano who was represented by the Commissioner of Health, Dr Vincent Okpala said the State targets to inoculate at least fifty percent of the population of Ndị Anambra by the end of January, 2022 He said this is very important at this time especially if the success already made in keeping the virus at alms length in the state will be sustained as he u...

   The Nigerian Senate has condemned what it called the inclusion of Nigeria in United Kingdom’s COVID-19 red list without justification.    It therefore, called on the British authorities to consider removing Nigeria from the red list describing the travel ban as discriminatory and attack on diplomatic relations.  The Senate further advised the UK government to be sensitive to the diplomatic relationship between both countries when taking decision that affect Nigerian citizens just as it urged the Federal Government to engage the British authorities to reverse Nigeria’s inclusion on the red list.   It also charged the administration to remain firm in the enforcement of necessary protocols in the containment of every COVID-19 variant in Nigeria and asked major vaccines powers, like Britain, Canada, America, and the European union, among others, to take urgent and bold steps to ensure vaccine equity in the interest of the entire human race.   These reso...

Commercial flight operators, Airpeace Airline has carried out the first-ever commercial flight from Lagos and Abuja to the Anambra International Cargo and Passenger Airport, Umueri since the facility became ready for use two months ago. This is coming days after the Aviation regulator, Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority issued authority to the state government for take-off of commercial flight operation at the airport, effective, December, 2nd, 2021. The aircraft, labeled 5N BVD from Lagos airport touched down at exactly 2:30 pm, after flight duration of 40 minutes. The Commissioner for Works, Engineer Marcel Ifejiofor gave an assurance that they would give their full support to the project to ensure that it remained in business and also ensure that its services benefitted generations yet unborn. According to an elated Traditional Ruler of Umueri, Igwe Ben Emeka, it is a long dream-come-true as he welcomed the crew and passengers soon after the aircraft landed. Igwe Emeka urged the gove...

Recall that the popular Christian musician Gozie Okeke was involved in a car accident last month that got him bedridden. Not long after the accident, he was seen on a wheelchair also preaching the gospel of Christ.  Finally, the Popular Gospel Musician, Gọzie Okeke Stands On His Feet Again, Returns 'All Glory To God'

Having spent six years in custody, and in consideration of his mental health condition, the Anambra State Chief Judge, Justice Onochie Anyachebelu, today, 7th December 2021, granted bail to one Chikwado Ikwueze at the Nigerian Correctional Service, Medium Security Custodial Centre, Nnewi, as he extended his jail delivery exercise to the facility, in exercise of powers vested in him as the Chief Judge of the State. Others include one Okwudili Mbanusi, who appeared in Court last in 2018 over alleged serial burglary, but has not perfected his bail conditions, as well as one Justin John, an armed robbery suspect who hails from Plateau State, and has been in detention for over three years following his inability to establish contact with family or relatives for perfection of his bail conditions. The exercise, which has taken place at Medium Security Custodial Centres in Onitsha and Ekwulobia, will end at Awka facility in days time. In his opening remark before a Court session at the facilit...

Happy 30th wedding anniversary to my darling wife, Toyin! As we celebrate this special day, I thank God for the blessing and favour. I thank you for the wonderful years together, for the love and joy you have brought into my life, and I appreciate you for all the things that you do behind the scenes that you think I do not see! ❤️. -Bukola Saraki With a grateful heart for 30 years of marriage to my one and only wonderfully amazing @BukolaSaraki! I thank and praise Almighty God for the blessing and favour, the love and joy you have brought into my life, your support, your empowering encouragement, vision, strength, resilience, bravery and courage that you deliver daily; you are dependable and unshakeable, always! Happy 30th Anniversary! - Toyin Saraki.

The House of Representatives has ordered the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, to immediately take over the investigation of the circumstances, which led to the death of a student of Dowen College, Lekki, the late Sylvester Oromoni.   He is also to investigate other similar killings and human rights abuses earlier reported in boarding schools across the country and see to the prosecution of the perpetrators. Oromoni's death, the rising cases of abuses and cult-related activities in boarding schools in the country, came up in the House under matters of public importance on Tuesday. A member from Akwa Ibom State, Rep. Idem  Unyime, who moved the motion, urged his colleagues to strongly condemn such abuses, which he noted could ultimately destroy the future of young people. He stated, "The victims of these abuses are our constituents. They are the people we represent here. "We have to rise up to defend them and safeguard their future. "Cases of bullying in...

  I commiserate deeply with the family of late Sylvester (Jnr) Oromoni, the 12-year old pupil of Dowen College, Lagos. As a parent, I share the grief Sylvester's demise has brought upon his parents and the entire household. The incident is not only sad, but disturbing and heartbreaking. Consequently, I have ordered a comprehensive investigation into the matter. But while that is going on, I would like to give Sylvester's parents and entire citizenry of Lagos, the assurance of my full support at this trying time. I share their pains and sense of loss. Indeed, words are inadequate to describe my feelings, but I pray that God Almighty will soothe their pains, and grant Sylvester Jnr eternal rest. Amen.. One more photo below.

  A trailer has reportedly crushed scores of students of Ojodu Berger Grammar School to death at the Ojodu Berger area of Lagos on Tuesday.   The sad incident where at least students numbering about 15 were said to have been crushed to death by the trailer occurred at closing hour . According to another source,it claimed that the truck is being chased by security agents wearing white and black.The security agency will not be mentioned until it is confirmed they were actually chasing the truck. I also heard students of the school became destructive to other cars to carry out their anger. More details later One more photo below.