Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Court admits ex-Power Minister, Mamman, to N10bn bail
Justice James Omotosho, in a ruling on Mamman’s bail application moved by his counsel, Femi Ate, SAN, held that alternatively,…
Veteran journalist Awoyinfa recalls encounter with Soyinka 41 years ago
Awoyinfa recalled the encounter as he joined the global community in celebrating Soyinka, on the occasion of his 90th birthday.…
Kogi election: SDP’s Ajaka vows to recover ‘stolen mandate’ at Supreme Court
The Court of Appeal had on Thursday dismissed Ajaka's challenge of victory of Ododo in the governorship election. The three-man…
‘I will keep NATO strong,’ says Biden
The 81-year-old U.S. leader is facing calls to let another candidate from his Democratic Party replace him in this year’s…
Sudanese police order all foreigners to leave Khartoum
According to media reports, hostility towards foreigners in Sudan, especially those from other African countries, has been on the rise…
‘We’re not productive’- Makinde reacts to S/Court judgment of LG financial autonomy
Makinde, who was receiving the National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Dr Chris Iziguzo, in his office…
Jos court dissolves 16-year ‘loveless’ marriage
Earlier, before the divorce was granted, the petitioner told the court that she got married to Saidu in 2008. ”Our…
Four JSS2 App developers to represent Nigeria at World Tech Summit
The AgriConnect was among the 3,200 android applications developed by about 11,000 girls from 69 countries, including the USA, UK,…
N721 billion cash paid as bribes to Nigerian public officials in 2023- NBS
According to the report released on Thursday, in 2023, out of all citizens who paid a bribe, 8.6 per cent…
Kaduna teacher Josiah Alkali docked for alleged homosexuality with 4 boys
The NSCDC prosecutor, Mr Marcus Audu, told the court that the matter was reported to the Corp’s office for investigation…
SGF Akume to Labour: Enforce compliance to minimum wage, pension laws
Akume, who was represented by Dr Nnamdi Mbaeri, Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, OSGF, urged the organised labour not to…
Police hunt for kidnappers of ex-Ekiti State varsity don, Prof Olaofe
Ekiti Commissioner of Police confirmed the incident while assuring that the investigation of the case has begun. “The Ekiti Police…
Gunmen kill OSPAC vigilante operative in Rivers
It was learnt that Prince was among OSPAC vigilante members who responded to a distress call about incident of kidnapping…
Corruption: EFCC boss Olukoyede urges Nigerians to embrace whistle blowing
Speaking in Abuja on Thursday, July 11, 2024 while addressing stakeholders in the anti-graft war who converged at the Unity…
EFCC: How ex-Power Minister Mamman allegedly conspired with others to loot N33bn
By Ayorinde Oluokun/Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has explained how former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman allegedly…
Kogi Commissioner hails Appeal Court’s verdict on Ododo’s election
Speaking to journalists shortly after the judgement, Thursday, the Kogi State Government Spokesman said the Governor will remain unwavering in…
Supreme court judgment, respite for LG system in Anambra–PDP
“The ruling party in Anambra has been doing all they can to kill the local government system in Anambra but…
NiMet forecasts 3-day thunderstorms, rain from Friday
According to NiMet, morning thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of Kebbi, Kaduna State and Zamfara on Sunday while afternoon and…
Again, Army busts illegal refineries in Abia, nabs 21 suspects
Thursday’s operation at Obuaku and Imo River Waterside in Ipu town, is coming within one month of its crackdown on…
Cardoso: CBN’s measures to tackle inflation yielding result
Looking forward, Cardoso expressed optimism that continued adherence to effective policies would lead to further stabilisation and eventual reduction in…
CNG: Presidential Initiative, partners target 1m vehicles for free conversion
The Conversion Incentive Programme is aim to tackle barriers by offering free CNG kits and conversion to targeted one million…
Edo 2024: APC gives Ighodalo’s running mate ultimatum to resign as SSG
Ogie is currently earning salary and other official benefits as Secretary to the State Government, even while pursuing a private…
Nasarawa signs MoU to establish tractor assembly plant
The partnership aims to enable to enable the company make use of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure,…
Lagos couple arrested over attempt to sell son for funds to ‘japa’ to Canada
The couple were arrested at Isolo General hospital where they declared their intention to sell their baby boy. They were…
Police Corporal Adamu sacked for refusing to report at new station after 9 years
Corporal Adamu not only refused to report in Kaduna, he also promoted himself to the rank of Superintendent and operated…
Panic as fire guts petrol tanker inside Abuja filling station
The fuel tanker was said to be waiting to discharge its product before it caught fire for yet- to- be-…
Kaduna teacher remanded in prison for allegedly kissing, romancing 4 boys
Alkali was arraigned in court by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC) with charges bodering on defilement on…
What we discussed with Tinubu at Aso Rock – Ajaero, Osifo
The meeting with the President was part of the consultations with the organised labour in furtherance of his engagements with…
Senate confirms Argungu as Chairman Police Service Commission
Speaking after their confirmation, President of Senate Godswill Akpabio said committee on police affairs should ensure oversight functions to avoid…
Atiku reacts to Supreme Court judgment on LG autonomy
Atiku, who said this in a statement posted on his X handle also described the ruling by the apex court…