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The Real housewives of Potomac star 'Dr Wendy Osefo,shared some photos on Social media to celebrate her sons birthday. Originally from Nigeria and from Anambra State,and very bold,she captioned all the photos "Wishing the HAPPIEST birthday to my baby boy and all around mama’s boy, @kruzfitzgerald. You have the most pure and caring spirit. Always the first to ask “Mommy are okay?”, your kindness is beyond admirable and your love for your siblings is unmatched. Forever my S🌞NShine, may this year be the best yet! Here is to lucky Number 7. Mommy loves you ALWAYS ❤️💙 #AriesSeason #BirthdayBoy". More photos below. 

Violence in all of its forms is poisonous and destructive. My behavior at last night’s Academy Awards was unacceptable and inexcusable. Jokes at my expense are a part of the job, but a joke about Jada’s medical condition was too much for me to bear and I reacted emotionally. I would like to publicly apologize to you, Chris. I was out of line and I was wrong. I am embarrassed and my actions were not indicative of the man I want to be. There is no place for violence in a world of love and kindness.     I would also like to apologize to the Academy, the producers of the show, all the attendees and everyone watching around the world. I would like to apologize to the Williams Family and my King Richard Family. I deeply regret that my behavior has stained what has been an otherwise gorgeous journey for all of us.   I am a work in progress. Sincerely, Will. More photos below. 

75 Alleged Yahoo Boys Arrested in Owerri Operatives of the EFCC have arrested 75 suspected internet fraudsters in separate sting operations in Owerri, Imo State. The Abuja Zonal Command arrested 46 suspects today, March 28, 2022, for alleged involved in computer-related fraud at different locations in Owerri, the Imo State capital. The suspects who are mainly students and job seekers between the ages of 18 to 31 years were apprehended after superior intelligence was received on the nefarious activities of the young men. Upon their arrest 6 cars, various phones and laptops of different makes were recovered from them. In a related development, Operatives of the Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Commission on Friday, 25th March, 2022 arrested twenty-nine (29) suspected internet fraudsters, at several hideouts in Nekede Road and Owerri Axis of Imo State but incriminating items were found on seventeen of the suspects. They were all arrested based on verified intelligence reports linking t

Court Orders Final Forfeiture of Diezani’s Lekki Land To FG Justice Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, March 25, 2022, ordered the final forfeiture of a vacant plot of land situated at Plot 13, Block I, Oniru Chieftaincy Family Private Estate, Lekki, Lagos, belonging to a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke. Justice Babs Kuewuni had, on May 15, 2018, granted an interim forfeiture of the land, following an ex-parte application filed by the EFCC. Listed in the suit numbered FHC/L/ CS/811/2018 as correspondents by the EFCC were Alison-Madueke; a Nigeria lawyer, Donald Chidi Amamgbo; and MEZ Group LLC. Justice Kuewumi had ordered the EFCC to notify any persons in whose possession the properties sought to be forfeited were found to appear before the Court and show cause within 14 days why the properties should not be forfeited to the FG. The EFCC had also been ordered by Justice Kuewumi to publish the interim forfeiture or

PRESIDENT BUHARI HAILS ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU AT 70   President Muhammadu Buhari joins members, leaders and chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in rejoicing with National Leader of the party and former Governor of Lagos State, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his 70th birthday, March 29, 2022. President Buhari affirms the contributions of the party stalwart to the political, economic and social development of the country, setting a standard in leadership, governance and philanthropy. As the former Governor of Lagos State turns 70, the President notes and salutes his courage, resilience, selflessness and nobility in always placing the welfare and unity of the nation above self, backed with vision of a greater Nigeria through investments in people, institutions and governments, without minding tribe or creed. President Buhari joins family members, friends, business and political associates in celebrating the septuagenarian, who has diligently and progressively risen on the

Popular singer, Habib Okikiola aka Portable, has sacked some of his aides including his manager, dee jay and show promoter. He made this revelation in a video on his Instagram page on Monday. The Zeh singer alleged that they put up attitude, whenever new people want to “mingle” with him.  “Let some other persons enjoy. Let me employ new staff; new DJ, new promoter. Let them enjoy, like you have enjoyed. Don’t give them my show money oh. Including the manager. Come and sign a contract before you work with me," he said.  

Ukraine Estimates $565bn As Cost Of Damage Caused By Russian Invasion The Ukrainian government estimated Monday the economic damages losses from the Russian invasion, which has been underway for just over one month, at nearly $565 billion. Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said on Facebook that the $564.9-billion (515.8-billion-euro) estimate includes immediate damage plus expected losses in trade and economic activity. "It should be noted that every day the numbers change and unfortunately they are increasing," said Svyrydenko, who is also a deputy prime minister. Damage to public and private property -- with Russian forces resorting to fierce bombardments that have levelled some cities as their invasion, which began February 24, has stalled -- was the biggest element. Svyrydenko said public infrastructure losses -- including damaged roads, railways and airports -- totalled $119 billion, while damage to private property including housing was up to $90.5 billion. Damages and

TEXT OF THE PRESS CONFERENCE ADDRESSED BY THE HON. MINISTER OF INFORMATION AND CULTURE, ALHAJI LAI MOHAMMED, IN ABUJA ON MONDAY, MARCH 28TH 2022 Protocol Good afternoon gentlemen and welcome to this press conference. As you know, the folks on the other side have been doing everything in recent times to overheat the polity, distort the achievements of our Administration and spread misinformation. Yes, it is very cold out there for the hungry and desperate opposition, but every indication is that they don't even want to wait for the 2023 elections before testing their popularity or acceptability at the polls. 2. How else does one explain their court case seeking the declaration of our convention as illegal? How do you explain their threat of another EndSars that pushed Nigerian to the brink? How do you explain their glaring misinformation regarding the nation's state of affairs? 3. Gentlemen, there is nothing wrong in having a fiery and viable opposition in a democracy. We we

TROOPS SWOOP ON IPOB/ESN HIDEOUT IN ANAMBRA…Recover arms, other dangerous weapons Troops of 82 Division Nigerian Army (NA) conducting clearance operations along Anambra/Imo States border communities today  dislodged a criminal hideout used by the Indigenous People of Biafra  (IPOB) and its armed affiliate; Eastern Security Network ( ESN) in Orsumoghu, Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. The notorious groups have serially launched attacks on defenceless civilians and security targets from the hideout. During the clearance operations along the border communities, troops were met with stiff resistance from the dissident elements, as they closed in on their enclave. They were overwhelmed by troops' superior firepower,  forcing them to abandon their hideout. After over running their camp, the gallant troops carried out further exploitation  and recovered a cache of arms, comprising 22 Pump Action rifles, 19 Dane guns and 6 machetes. Other items recovered include assorted mobi

Senator Umeh Holds Annual Scholarship Programme, Disburses Ten Million Naira For Students Under His Scholarship Scheme. The Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance APGA, Senator Victor Umeh has paid school fees for students under Victor Umeh Education Foundation to the tune of ten million naira. The event which took place at Senator Umeh's country home, Aguluzigbo, attracted the Vicar General Catholic Diocese of Ekwulobia, Reverend Father Anthony Chiegboka, Government House Chaplain, Reverend Father Raphael Onyekwelu, some VUMEF beneficiaries, Stakeholders of the Aguluzigbo and beyond. Handing over the ten million naira worth of draft to VUMEF Board Chairman, Reverend Father Peter Uzoezie, Senator Umeh noted that he has taken it as a passion to empower the youths for the good of the society. Noting that the result has been satisfactory and impressive, the Senator recalled that the foundation has produced great scholars in different academic fields. He challe

Court Remands Suspended Deputy Commissioner Of Police Abba Kyari And Six Others In Correctional Centre. A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday ordered the remand of the suspended deputy commissioner of police, Abba Kyari and six others in correctional centre. This is after Justice Emeka Nwite refused to grant him bail. The court held that the NDLEA has placed sufficient evidence before the court enough for it to refuse bail. The NDLEA in its counter affidavits to Mr Kyari’s bail application held that it is inappropriate to grant bail to the applicant because of the facts and circumstances of the case. The applicant is already facing extradition on charges of wire fraud. The 2nd applicant who is an Assistant Superintendent of police is under investigation for money laundering and may face charges on same. The applicant have had dealings with criminals in line of his duty and may be incline to engage them in interfering with the evidence. The medical challenges of the applicant is not

Justice A. T. Mohammed of the Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State has convicted and sentenced one Japheth Tallick Friday to two years imprisonment for impersonation contrary to section 22 (2) (b) (i) of the Cybercrimes (Prevention, Prohibition, etc.) Act, 2015 and punishable under section 22 (2) (b) (iv) of the same Act.  He was convicted upon an arraignment by the EFCC, Port Harcourt Zonal Command on March 22, 2022 on one count Charge.  

Money Laundering: Court Grants Mompha’s Bail Variation Application, Adjourns Till April 6  The trial of Ismaila Mustapha, also known as Mompha, and his company, Ismalob Global Investment Limited, before Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos continued on Monday, March 28, 2022, with the defence approaching the Court with an application seeking the variation of the bail terms and conditions earlier granted the defendant on January 18, 2022.  Mompha was arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Command of the EFCC, on January 12, 2022 on eight counts bordering on conspiracy to launder funds obtained through unlawful activity, retention of proceeds of criminal conduct, laundering of funds obtained through unlawful activity, failure to disclose assets and property, possession of documents containing false pretence and use of property derived from unlawful act.   

Court Convicts Serial Fraudster for N180million Fraud Justice Ijeoma Ojukwu of the Federal High Court sitting in Maitama, Abuja, has convicted and sentenced Mohammed Sani Zubair to two years imprisonment. Zubair, a serial fraudster was first arraigned on October 8, 2018, on 4-count charges bordering on fraudulent dealings. He was alleged to be a member of a syndicate that specialized in defrauding people. Specifically, he defrauded a retired Army General to the tune of N180.000, 000 (One Hundred and Eighty Million Naira only)  Zubair's journey to the Correctional Centre started when children of one Major General Geoffrey Ejiga (retd) petitioned the EFCC alleging that a syndicate of fraudsters took advantage of their father's old age to defraud him of over N180, 000,000 (One Hundred and Eighty Million Naira only).   The EFCC investigated the matter and found out that Zubair was involved in several other fraudulent dealings. He was eventually prosecuted and convicted by the cour

N1.3 Bn NSITF Fraud: Olejeme Allegedly Slumps, Trial Adjourned Till April 13 The trial of former Chairman of Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) Dr. Ngozi Olejeme before Justice Maryam Hassan Aliyu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Jabi Abuja could not continue today, March 28, 2021 because the defendant allegedly slumped at home today. According to her counsel, Paul Erokoro SAN, the defendant slumped at exactly 6:30 am today while getting set for court, and was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre Jabi, Abuja for medical attention. Erokoro presented a letter informing the court about the development and praying for an adjournment. He further told the court that he could not present a medical report as the hospital was still reviewing her case. Responding, the prosecuting counsel, Sir Steve Odiase did not oppose the application for adjournment. “My lord, they served us with a letter seeking for an adjournment based on the defendant’s ill health, and being the defend

PHOTO NEWS:  GOV. BABAJIDE SANWO-OLU, HIS DEPUTY, DR. HAMZAT VISIT SCENE OF APONGBON BRIDGE FIRE INCIDENT ON MONDAY, 28 MARCH 2022     PIX 1 L-R: Lagos Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu; his Special Adviser on Works & Infrastructure, Engr. Aramide Adeyoye and Commissioner for special Duties, Mr. Tayo Bamgbose-Martins during a visit to the scene of the Apongbon Bridge fire incident, on Monday, 28 March 2022. PIX 2-4 L-R: Permanent Secretary, Lagos State emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Femi Osanyitolu-Oke, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat during a visit to the scene of the Apongbon Bridge fire incident, on Monday, 28 March 2022. PIX 5: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu having a close look at a damaged section of the Apongbon Bridge during his visit to the scene of the fire incident, on Monday, 28 March 2022. PIX 6L-R: Permanent Secretary, Lagos State emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Fe