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 How Tribunal Suspended Three Top Kaduna Government Officials Over False Asset Declarations The Code of Conduct Tribunal has ordered the suspension of three senior Kaduna State officials following allegations of false asset declarations, pending their trial. In a statement released on Thursday by the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), Samuel Aruwan, the Acting Commissioner for Internal Security; Shizzer Bada, the Commissioner for Finance; and Tijjani Abdullahi, the Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board, were directed to step down from their positions. The order, issued on 22 October, follows an ex parte application filed by the CCB. An ex parte application is heard by a court in the absence of the adverse party. The officials are accused of violating the provision of the CCB and CCT Act that requires public officers to declare their true assets from time to time. The tribunal’s decision remains in effect pending the hearing of a motion filed by the bureau on 21...

 How Accident Claimed 13 Lives On Kaduna-Abuja Road Thirteen persons on Friday died in a road accident on the Kaduna-Abuja expressway, the Kaduna Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has said. According to Kabir Nadabo, the FRSC Sector Commander, the bodies have been moved to St. Gerrard’s Hospital while 3 persons who survived were immediately conveyed to AP Smart Hospital, Kakuri. “The road traffic crash occurred near Olam farm on Kaduna-Abuja highway about 3 pm when a Toyota Hiace marked GTG 96YA carrying 11 persons collided with a Golf Salon marked RBC 369XE with five passengers.” “As we enter the ember season fully, motorists are reminded of the need to adhere to basic safety ethics while travelling.” Nadabo admonished drivers to abide by the requisite speed limits, adding that the FRSC is committed to ensuring that roads are safe for all users.

 PRESS RELEASE OSUN: IGP ORDERS INVESTIGATION, SUES FOR ESPIRIT DE CORPS AMONG AGENCIES In response to a viral video of public confrontation between Officers of the Nigeria Police Force and Officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osogbo, Osun State, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP kayode Egbetokun Ph.D, NPM, expresses displeasure at the act of unprofessionalism and public display of dichotomy, and has ordered the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in-charge of Zone 11, Osogbo to carry out a discreet investigation into the root cause of the confrontation. It is pertinent to recall that in a press statement from the NPF, Ref No. CZ.5300/FPRD/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.6/257 dated 15th October, 2023 "IGP HOLDS STRATEGIC CONFERENCE WITH SENIOR POLICE OFFICERS, harps on professionalism, camaraderie", the IGP while strongly emphasizing the core essentials of synergy for efficiency and productivity among security operatives stated thus - "At this moment, I ...

 Update on Murder of Enugu Ogene musician (Igbojah)  police reveal identity of the officer who shot him as CP, Govt officials visit Family.  The command said one Inspector Ozonwanji Joseph, has been identified as the culprit behind the shooting incident which killed Igbojah. This is even as the Enugu State Command’s Commissioner of Police, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, psc (+), in company of top officials of the State Government on October 26, 2024, visited the family of late IgboJah, to console the family over the unfortunate shooting and murder of the musician by a police officer. A statement by the command’s spokesperson DSP Daniel Ndukwe said “CP Kanayo reassured the family, relatives, friends, and good people of Enugu State that the ongoing investigation into the case will be concluded within record time and justice duly served. “The CP emphasized that the Nigeria Police Force remains a disciplined organisation where erring police officers are made to face the consequences of t...

 Simon Ekpa talks tough over killing of Enugu musician by policeman The Simon Ekpa-led Biafra Republic Government in-Exile has expressed anger over the killing of a popular Ogene musician, known as Igbo Jah, by a police officer attached to the Anti-Cult Unit of the Enugu State Police Command. It was reported that Igbo Jah was shot by an operative of the anti-cult unit of the Command on Friday. The killing has attracted wide outrage among youths in Enugu State, leading to protests. Reacting to the murder of Igbo Jah, Ekpa vowed that Enugu State will be on lockdown on Tuesday October 29, 2024, to fish out the musician’s killers. According to him, there should be an end to the incessant killings of Igbo in the state. “The entire Enugu State will be under lockdown on Tuesday, 29.10.2024. This day will be used to fish out the killers of this innocent man. Enough is enough,” he vowed. Residents of Enugu and beyond, including Governor Peter Mbah, have condemned the murder of the popular m...

 Kano LG polls peaceful – KANSIEC chairman Prof.Lawal Malumfashi, Chairman of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC), has expressed satisfaction with the ongoing local government elections in Kano State. Malumfashi told newsmen at the commission’s  headquarters on Saturday, citing smooth and orderly operations across all the  44 Local Government Areas without any  political violence. According to Malumfashi, the commission provided all necessary materials needed for a seamless electoral process. He said he was  thrilled with the orderly conduct of the exercise across all the  polling units. KANSIEC had  originally scheduled the elections  for Nov. 30, but was  rescheduled for  Oct. 26 following a Supreme Court ruling affirming local government autonomy. Malumfashi said that  peaceful election was a welcome development, especially given the importance of local government autonomy. The chairman said that all efforts...

 Telecoms Subscriber Numbers Slide from 219m in March to 153m in September Following the completion of NIN-SIM linkage in September this year, subscriber number has dropped from 219,304,281 in March 2024 to 153,323,316 as at September 2024. THISDAY gathered that the drop in subscriber number which is put at 31 per cent, was as a result of barring of several SIM cards that were not linked to National Identification Number (NIN) as at September 14 this year, which was the deadline given by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on NIN-SIM linkage. According to THISDAY investigation, a particular mobile network operator incorrectly reported as much as 40 million active subscribers on its network, a development that negates and violates NCC’s guidelines for determining active telecoms subscribers. The current subscriber base, even though it dropped, is a reflection that NCC is particular about transparency and accountability in regulating the telecoms industry. NCC is expected to...

 CGC Adeniyi Reads Riot Act to Newly Inaugurated  ACTU Members in Abuja As part of ongoing efforts to enhance integrity and transparency in Customs operations, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), on Thursday, 24 October 2024, read a riot act to the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) members at the Nigeria Customs Headquarters in Abuja shortly after the inauguration. This initiative follows the recent partnership between the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Represented by the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs (DCG) in charge of Enforcement, Investigation, and Inspection, Aliyu Alajogun, the CGC emphasised the importance of tackling corruption and other related offences head-on. Addressing the ICPC delegation, DCG Alajogun stated, “We are tasked with ensuring that our operations are free from corruption and that we uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct in all our dealin...

 40 People Trapped As Building Collapses In Abuja.  No fewer than 40 people are trapped under the rubble of a building that collapsed on Saturday in the Sabon Lugbe area of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. As of press time, sympathizers and emergency workers are on-site, working to rescue those still caught beneath the debris. The building, reportedly under construction, collapsed in the early hours, prompting calls for immediate intervention from government agencies and emergency response teams. Witnesses at the scene have expressed urgency for additional support to aid ongoing rescue efforts. “No fewer than 40 persons are currently trapped in a building collapse that occurred in the Sabon Lugbe area of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. People are under this rubble. It is a building under construction. We are calling on the government and relevant agencies to come and rescue those who are trapped here,” an eyewitness said. This incident comes just weeks after a secti...

 Israel Launches Air Strikes On Iran Israel announced the launch of “precise strikes” on military targets in Iran on Saturday in retaliation for Iranian missile attacks, as an AFP journalist in Tehran reported hearing several explosions. “In response to months of continuous attacks from the regime in Iran against the State of Israel –- right now the Israel Defense Forces (Israeli military) is conducting precise strikes on military targets in Iran,” the military said in a statement. Israel had vowed to hit back at Iran following its October 1 missile attack, with Defence Minister Yoav Gallant saying the response would be “deadly, precise and surprising”. Israel has been fighting Iran-backed Hamas in Gaza since the deadliest attack in its history on October 7, 2023, which killed 1,206 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally of official Israeli figures. It has since broadened the scope of its operations to Lebanon, vowing to secure its northern border after nearly a year o...

 Elon Musk’s Starlink reverses tariff hike in Nigeria after regulatory sanction Elon Musk’s Starlink has announced the suspension of its monthly service tariff hike for Nigerian users weeks after regulatory sanction by the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC. The company disclosed this in a statement to users on Thursday. According to Starlink, the decision to put on hold the tariff hike was due to regulatory challenges. Explaining that the hike was on account of inflation and designed to help “maintain operations and continue delivering reliable service,” the company, on Thursday, however, said it temporarily suspended the new price regime due to regulatory challenges. “If you’ve already been charged at the higher rate, a one-time credit will be applied to your account to cover the difference. You also have the flexibility to cancel your service at any time,” the company stated.

 Helicopter crash: PENGASSAN confirms loss of 4 members The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, PENGASSAN, said it lost four of its members to the tragic helicopter crash that occurred in Rivers State on Thursday. The President of PENGASSAN, Mr Festus Osifo, said this in a statement on Friday in Abuja. Osifo said that PENGASSAN was deeply saddened by the death of its members, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, October 24 in Rivers State. According to him, the deceased were valued members of the PENGASSAN family and dedicated professionals in the oil and gas industry. “Their contributions to the sector and our association will be sorely missed. PENGASSAN extends its heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the victims during this difficult time. “We share in their grief and offer our unwavering support as we navigate this tragic event. We are committed to assisting the bereaved families in any way possible,” he said. Os...

 Female student bites off schoolmate’s tongue over food in Umuahia A Senior Secondary school female student identified as Amarachi Chibueze has reportedly bitten off the tongue of another student in a federal government-owned school in Umuahia. The incident was alleged to have happened on Friday while the two students were quarrelling because of food in the school. It was gathered that the attacker grabbed her victim identified as Adaeze on the neck before biting off the outer part of her tongue and then spitting it out on the ground. It was also gathered that the victim had been rushed to a hospital in Umuahia by her school where she was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit of the hospital. An unconfirmed report said the attacker, Amarachi Chibueze has been expelled from the school while another source said she was being held to aid the investigation.

  Gov Mbah mourns Ogene musician, Igbo Jah, orders full investigation Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has mourned the untimely death of Ogene musician, Chikezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo-Jah, ordering a thorough investigation into the sad development. The youthful musician was reportedly shot by a police officer on his departure from the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad after what the police described as a “friendly visit”. Reacting to the development on Saturday, Mbah took to his social media handles to condole with the deceased’s family, stressing that he had ordered a full investigation into the matter. “I received with a deep sense of grief the untimely death of Okezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo Jah, under a very sad circumstance. It is a huge loss for us as Ndigbo in general and Ndi Enugu in particular. “He was one of the Enugu and Igbo talents, who continued to popularise the Igbo culture through their ogene music. “I have been briefed by the police and I have equall...

 APL Electric Company Ltd Announces Plans for Tariff Review APL Electric Company Ltd (Aba Power) has informed its customers of plans to review its current tariff upwards. This announcement was made during a three-day customer engagement held on October 23, 24, and 25, 2024 in various locations across Aba, aimed at involving customers in key decisions affecting their service. Throughout the engagement, Chief Operating Officer Engr. Blessing Ogbe highlighted that the adjustment is driven by rising gas costs and other economic pressures, and is necessary to enhance Aba Power's ability to provide a reliable power supply. “The new tariff will empower us to serve you better, providing reliable power and the needed resources to maintain and expand the network,” Engr. Ogbe assured attendees. Customers at the event applauded Aba Power for improvements in service reliability but emphasized the need for a balanced review that considers the economic challenges faced by many residents. Engr. Og...

 Commends Agency’s Public-Private Partnerships The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has hinted at plans to ban textile waste at all landfills across the state, noting that it is a valuable resource that can be recycled to earn income. He made this disclosure at the Lagos Fashion Week, organised by Style House Files, in collaboration with the Circular Business Platform and the Office of the Lagos State Special Adviser on Climate Change and Circular Economy, held today at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island. Speaking on the theme, “Fostering a Sustainable Fashion Ecosystem,” as part of the Nigeria-Netherlands Exchange Programme for the circular fashion industry, Gbadegesin emphasised that addressing textile waste was crucial for building a more sustainable and equitable fashion industry, given that it is an essential component of the 13,000 metric tonnes of waste generated daily in the state. He said: “Having discover...

 NIGERIA POLICE CONDEMNS UNLAWFUL USE OF POLICE UNIFORMS BY CONTENT CREATORS.  As Police Launches Investigation Into Circulating Video By VDM.  The Nigeria Police Force strongly condemns the unauthorized use of official uniforms and accoutrements by an online personality, Mr. Martins Otse, popularly known as “VDM,” in a video posted on his social media platforms. The Force unequivocally disassociates itself from this unauthorized portrayal and has launched a full investigation to determine the source of the Police gear used, as well as the authority under which he acted.  It is important to remind the public that the unauthorized use of Police uniforms, insignia, or accoutrements constitutes a criminal offense, as stipulated in Section 251 of the Criminal Code Law and Section 133 of the Penal Code Law, and is subject to strict penalties. While the Nigeria Police Force recognizes and supports the creativity of young Nigerians in the content creation space, we strongly...

 Idemili South Chairman Commissions Roads Built by Ebuzoeme, Tasks Others To Embrace Soludo's PPCP Initiative  By Uzo Ugwunze  The Executive Chairman, Idemili South Local Government Area, Mrs Amaka Obi has commissioned two road projects in Ezema village, Ojoto, tasking Umu Idemili to embrace Governor Soludo's Public Private Community Partnership (PPCP) initiative. The roads which were attracted by a retired Director of Engineering Services at the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing Abuja, Mr Felix Ebuzoeme was a very special intervention projects from Federal Ministry of Works and Housing. The projects included; a 200 meter road close to Orasonic filling station, Oba/Nnewi new road, Ojoto and another 300-meter Road linking St Paul's Catholic Church from Oba/Nnewi old Road to Oba/Nnewi new Road, Ojoto. Speaking during the commissioning, Mrs. Obi appreciated Mr Ebuzoeme for his commitment to the progress of Ojoto, Idemili South and Anambra State, saying that he has embrac...

 'I make up to N25000 daily posing as LASTMA officer' A 45-year-old father of three identified as Adewunmi Taiwo has allegedly confessed to making between N15,000 and N25,000 daily while falsely posing as an official of Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Oshodi bridge. The LASTMA General Manager, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, revealed this while confirming the arrest of the impostor in a statement on Friday in Lagos. Bakare-Oki said the man was caught and detained after an operation was conducted. The statement was signed by Mr Taofiq Adebayo, Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, LASTMA. He said the man had been posing as an official to intimidate and extort funds from both commercial and private motorists in the vicinity. “Operating a white Hiace Coaster bus with the license plate KJA 724 YJ, Taiwo utilise this guise to harass drivers in the area. “Upon a meticulous search of his vehicle, LASTMA officers uncovered an official LASTMA uniform, inclu...

 Residents thrown into darkness as rainstorm damages electricity poles in Ekiti communities Residents of many neighborhoods in Ado Ekiti and other towns in Ekiti State have been thrown into darkness as electric poles were destroyed by a rainstorm Friday evening. Communities affected include Ajebamidele, Omisanjana, Atlas—all in Ado Ekiti—as well as Ikere Ekiti, Ise Ekiti, and Emure Ekiti, which are experiencing power outages due to the destroyed poles.  Heavy rainfall swept across the neighborhoods Friday night and into the early hours of Saturday, leaving many residents stranded and disrupting traffic, social, and economic activities. The rain, which started some minutes before 5 p.m. on Friday, ceased briefly before restarting around 6 p.m., accompanied by violent storms that brought down no fewer than six concrete electric poles. The high-tension cables on the poles connect the 132/133 KVA power substation in Omisanjana and neighboring towns of Ikere, Ise and Emure. The aff...

 Seven arrested over alleged vandalisation of NNPC pipelines in Adamawa No fewer than seven persons have been arrested in Adamawa State over alleged vandalisation of ‘critical structures.’ Operatives of the state Police Command, who made the arrest, have indicated the critical structures as pipelines belonging to the Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC). The Adamawa State Police Command, in a statement obtained Saturday by DAILY POST, said 53 pieces of vandalized pipelines were recovered. In the statement signed by Police image maker Suleiman Nguroje, the Command said the suspects were arrested in an operation on Friday, October 25, after they conspired and stole the confiscated pieces of pipelines. The police stated that the state command acted upon information provided by a good Samaritan and arrested the suspects. The statement gave the names of the suspects as Umar Musa, 40 years old and a resident of Kaduna Road, Abuja; Mohammed Hassan, 25 years old and a resident of Kasu...

 Dangote truck rams into apartment in Ogun A fully-loaded Dangote Cement truck with registration number DGW109XA rammed into a house in Imasayi Yewa North local government area of Ogun state. The incident occurred on Friday night when residents had already gone to bed. DAILY POST reports that no life was lost as the occupants of the house, who were asleep in the parlour, escaped being crushed by a whisker. The Olu of Imasayi, Oba Lukman Kuoye, when contacted on Saturday, said the incident happened in front of the house where he was living and thanked God that no lives were lost. He lamented that this incident, among others, was one of the things they faced with Dangote drivers. The monarch, however, urged the residents to take laws into their own, adding that efforts are underway to investigate the root cause of the accident. He said “A Fully loaded Dangote Cement Plc truck swerved into a house in Imasayi yesterday night, God saved the people that slept in the sitting room “The peo...

 Israeli War: Iran Middle East superpower embarrassed Netanyahu – Adamu Garba A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Adams Garba, on Saturday, said Iran embarrassed the Israeli government led by Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. Garba said Israel’s failed war has shown that Iran is the Superpower in the Middle East. Israel had launched direct airstrikes against Iran. The attack is a high-stakes retaliatory one that could bring the Middle East closer to a regional war. The Guardian UK reports that at least seven explosions were reported over Iran’s capital, Tehran and nearby Karaj just after 2.30am local time on Saturday. Israeli jets were said to have struck what were described as “military targets” in Iran. Reacting, Garba posted on X: “Practically all Israel attacks on Iran were repelled by Iranian Air Defense. Iran lost just 2 soldiers in the attack. “This was a huge embarrassment to the government of Benjamin Natanyahu. “In fact this proves beyond reasonable doubt...

 Ekpa replies Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala over $57.5bn World Bank loan claim Simon Ekpa has denied the claim that he said the World Bank, through the former Nigerian Finance Minister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, agreed to loan the Biafra Republic Government In Exile a sum of $57.5 billion. Ekpa spoke on Thursday through his X handle. His comment came after Okonjo-Iweala reacted to a statement purportedly from Ekpa, wherein he allegedly said the World Bank okayed a $57.5 billion loan for Biafra agitation. “I know no sensible person will believe what is contained in the outrageous tweet below but in these troubled times, it is important to underscore that the statement is false. “Again, I enjoin all those seeking to misuse my name to desist,” Okonjo-Iweala, the Director General of the World Trade Organisation, stated in her response to the said statement. However, reacting, Ekpa said he never made any comment regarding the World Bank loan. “I never tweeted such; it is even surprising that you can t...

 Sex demands led to my 14-year absence from Nollywood – Actress Jumoke George Ace Nollywood actress, Jumoke George has revealed the cause of her 14-year absence from the film industry. Jumoke George spoke during an interview on Oyinmomo TV. Speaking about the challenges faced in her career, the actress stated that her dark complexion and refusal to exchange sex for roles led to her prolonged absence. “My dark complexion was not the only setback I faced in my career. Another reason why I did not get movie roles for like 14 years is my refusal to sleep around. When directors complained that I was too dark and I would tell them to add my lightning to the scene to make me look lighter. “You can’t push me to do something I do not want to do. I will glow with this skin till old age and do not forget, black does not crack. I started issues when about 20 to 30 executives wanted sex in exchange for roles. “And I said, as long as God exists, I would not find myself in such space. I didn’t ge...

 Commonwealth elects Ghana's foreign minister as new secretary-general Commonwealth members selected Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey as secretary-general of the 56-nation club headed by Britain's King Charles, the Commonwealth said on Saturday, the final day of a summit in Samoa attended by Charles and Queen Camilla, Reuters reported. Representatives of the countries, most with roots in Britain's empire, are attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting that began in the Pacific Island nation on Monday, with slavery and the threat of climate change emerging as major themes. "Today at #CHOGM2024, Commonwealth Heads of Government have selected the Hon Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, currently the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration of Ghana, as the incoming Secretary-General of the Commonwealth," the Commonwealth said on X. Botchwey, a supporter of reparations for transatlantic slavery and colonialism, takes over from Britain's Patricia Scotland, w...

 Namibia's transitional president announces November election date Namibia will hold its presidential and parliamentary elections on November 27, the president has announced. "President Nangolo Mbumba has declared Wednesday, 27 November 2024, as a public holiday. This declaration has been made to facilitate the general election for the election of the President and members of the National Assembly," said a statement by the Namibian Presidency. The president has declined to run again for office saying he would rather campaign for his deputy for the presidency. In the announcement, Mbumba urged all eligible voters to seize the opportunity to fulfill their democratic duty by turning out in large numbers to vote, Anadolu reported. Mbumba has been in office as transitional leader since February, when he was sworn into office after the death of Hage Geingob, who he had served as vice president. Geingob was serving his second and final term which was due to run until November bu...

 Report: US sent aircraft with medical equipment to evacuate Binance executive from Nigeria The US sent an aircraft equipped with medical equipment to evacuate Tigran Gambaryan, an executive of Binance Holdings Limited, from Nigeria, according to The New York Times. Gambaryan left the country after the federal government dropped money laundering charges against him on Wednesday. The Binance executive had been in detention since February following the clampdown on the cryptocurrency exchange firm over alleged manipulation of the naira. The federal government had detained Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla, a Binance regional manager, over the activities of the cryptocurrency firm. However, in March, Anjarwalla escaped from the custody of the office of the national security adviser (ONSA), leaving only Gambaryan to face the charges. Yuki, Gambaryan’s wife, had repeatedly written to the federal government to release her husband over his deteriorating health condition. During his stay in ...

 AFCON Qualifiers – CAF hands victory to Nigeria, fines Libya $50,000 The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded three points, and three goals to Nigeria for the abandoned game against Libya. The decision follows an investigation into the botched October 15 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Benghazi by the CAF Disciplinary Board. Nigeria had walked away from the tie following poor treatment by the host country that left Super Eagles players and staff stranded at an abandoned airport for almost a day. CAF in its ruling said it found the Libya Football Federation to have breached Article 31 of the African Cup of Nations Regulations as well as Articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code. The 5-point decision reads: The Libya Football Federation is found to have breached Article 31 of the African Cup of Nations Regulations as well as Articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code. The match No.87 Libya v. Nigeria of the CAF African Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2025 (s...

 The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office (LSWMO) in continued demonstration of its commitment to sustainable environment, proper sanitation and public health safety in the State has sealed off a residential property on Adedosu Street, Otubu, Agege following the receipt of a public complaint from concerned residents. The bungalow with over 10 rooms has no sanitary toilet facilities but dilapidated pit latrines filled with exposed fecal matter. According to the General Manager, Engr Adefemi Afolabi who led the compliance team to the property, Lagos State Government cannot afford the occurrence of another cholera outbreak in the State. Citizens are further advised to embrace proper sanitation and hygiene practices to enhance public health and environmental sustainability. #ZeroToleranceLagos

 UNIBEN lecturer acquitted of alleged rape Edo State High Court, Benin presided over by Justice Mary Itsueli, has discharged and acquitted a lecturer in the Department of English and Literature of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) Dr. Bode Ekundayo of alleged rape three years after. Ekundayo, an Associate Professor, was alleged to have demanded sex for mark from a 21-year-old, 400-level student, Miss Anita Adesuwa Efosa, on October 5, 2021. The youthful lecturer was accused of raping Efosa in his office at UNIBEN’s Faculty Complex during the day.  He was queried and interdicted by the management of the university pending the investigation of the allegation by the police and the court’s judgment. Ekundayo was detained for some weeks and arraigned for alleged rape but granted bail on stringent  conditions. He was, however, discharged and acquitted for lack of substantial proof and evidence in the suit with reference number: B/CD/8CV/22. Justice Itsueli stressed that the pros...

 ‘Efunroye: The Unicorn’: Nollywood actress, Faithia Williams, clarifies movie intent amid online backlash Popular Nollywood actress Faithia Williams late Thursday disclosed the intentions behind her upcoming biopic movie titled ‘Efunroye: The Unicorn.’ The movie has gained a large reaction on Nigerian social media space, especially X (formerly Twitter), as some netizens have given different views about the history surrounding the movie’s main character, Efunroye Tinubu. Tinubu (c. 1805–1887) was a prominent Yoruba businesswoman and political figure during the 19th century. She was famous for her political and economic influence in Lagos State and Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. In a tweet by the actress on October 22, 2024, she wrote, with the image of the movie’s cover, “Power. Trade. Legacy. She was more than a warrior, she was a ruler who rewrote history.” Reacting to this, some netizens lauded the actress’ efforts to portray one of Yoruba’s powerful women in history, while o...

 Lagos crackdown at Obanikoro Bus Stop: Eight arrested in drug bust In a swift response to growing security concerns, operatives from the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) have arrested eight miscreants during a major clearance operation at Obanikoro Bus Stop. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab in an X post on Friday said this action followed a report made by a concerned citizen, Omotayo Ajadi, who highlighted increasing miscreant activity in the area. The enforcement exercise, carried out in conjunction with the Lagos State government’s ongoing Zero Tolerance initiative, led to the arrest of eight individuals allegedly in possession of substances suspected to be Indian hemp and other hard drugs. Wahab said the government has since profiled the suspects and intended to pursue charges under Lagos State laws related to drug possession and public safety. The operation underscores the state’s commitment to improving security and mainta...

 More troubles for Halima Abubakar as Vivian Metchie demands apology Former Nigerian actress, Vivian Metchie, has reacted to colleague Halima Abubakar’s public apology to Johnson Suleman, the general overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, for defamation. In 2022, Halima claimed that she and Suleman had a romantic relationship. This was after a blog alleged the cleric had affairs with several actresses including Halima, Angela Okorie, Georgina Onuoha, Queen Nwokoye, Shan George, and Metchie. Others included Lilian Bach, Iyabo Ojo, Ruth Kadiri, Mercy Johnson, Chinyere Winifred, Larriet Omo Brish, Ini Edo, Joy Ogbunu, and Mary Uranta. The allegations escalated in 2023 with Halima alleging she got pregnant thrice for the cleric. Suleman threatened legal action, leading to a federal high court in Abuja ordering Halima to pay N10 million in damages for defamation in April. Halima recently apologised, acknowledging her statements were “false and hurtful.” She sought forgiveness ...

 Tinubu meets Atiku at National Mosque Abuja President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met in Abuja, the capital territory on Friday. The two exchanged pleasantries during the Jummah prayer and wedding of the daughter of Senator Danjuma Goje at the National Mosque. Presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, who shared the photo on his X handle, described Atiku as an old friend of President Tinubu. He wrote: “President Tinubu meets old friend Atiku Abubakar at the National Mosque. “It was at the Jumat and wedding of the daughter of Senator Danjuma Goje.”

 24 hours to Kano LG polls, court sacks all NNPP candidates A fresh controversy has hit Saturday’s local government election in Kano State as a Federal High Court on Friday sacked the 44 chairmanship and councillorship candidates of the ruling New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP. Justice Simon Amobede sacked the NNPP candidates while delivering judgment in a suit filed by a faction of the party led by Dalhatu Shehu Usman. The judge asked the faction to submit its list of candidates to the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission, KANSIEC, for clearance. The defendants in the case are the Independent National Electoral Commission, Kano State Independent Electoral Commission, Inspector General of Police and Director, Department of Security Services (DSS). Upon hearing the originating summons filed and dated 8th October, 2024, Justice Simon Amobede restrained INEC from releasing the voters register to KANSIEC. The court also ordered the acceptance of the list submitted by the plaintiff...