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NAFDAC seals herbal medicine factory bakery and sachet water companies over failure to meet minimum production requirements in Kaduna

NAFDAC uncovers massive counterfeit rice operation in Nasarawa

Paul Dada

1 year ago

It said, “The raid extended to Wuse and Garki markets in Abuja, following a directive from the @DGatNAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola…
Environment

179m Nigerians living in unclean environment — Report

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“The STONE Study’s findings further revealed that only seven states demonstrated good personal hygiene and sanitation practices among their citizens.’’
Farotimi

Dele Farotimi gets N30m bail, barred from speaking to media

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Aside the N30 million, other conditions of the bail imposed on Farotimi by the Magistrate, Abayomi Adeosun, include provision of…
Pastor William Kumuyi of Deeper Christian Life Ministry says if everyone in the society can change, Nigeria will be a better place.

Kumuyi speaks on GCK, fires message to Nigerian leaders

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

The cleric made this known at a press conference organised by the church.
NOIPOFEST and UI's Dept. of English organize a symposium to mark 10th anniversary of winning of NNOM Award by Prof Niyi Osundare

Osundare: Celebrating a writer in search of a nation and the common good

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Professor Taiwo Oloruntoba- Oju, in his speech he tentatively titled “Sharing Osundare: The Village Bard on Social Media”, said for…
Supreme Court declareS that the appeal of INEC against SDP had turned to an academic exercise, noting that the elections had since held

Supreme Court, NAHCON, others fail ICPC integrity scorecard

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Aliyu warned that the ICPC would take appropriate actions, including enforcement measures, against these MDAs to ensure they complied with…
Obasa

N17bn Gate scandal: Obasa breaks silence, blames 2027 politics for allegation

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Addressing the allegations during a plenary session, Obasa attributed the claims to political fears surrounding the 2027 elections, which remain…
Tinubu

Tinubu orders probe of Ibadan funfair tragedy

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The president extended his condolences to the government and people of Oyo State as well as to the grieving families…
officer with Zenith Bank, Maitama Branch, testified as Prosecution Witness Four (PW4) under subpoena. He gave a detailed account of massive cash withdrawals allegedly carried out between 2016 and 2023, using multiple bank instruments and channels. Led in evidence by prosecuting counsel, Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, Dada said the records he presented were among seven sets of documents submitted in compliance with a subpoena addressed to the bank’s Managing Director. The subpoena was admitted as Exhibit 20, while related documents covering account holders and corporate entities were admitted as Exhibits 21 through 24C. Among the accounts examined were those belonging to Adamu Jagafa Ishaya, Whales Oil and Gas, Jimeda Properties Nigeria Limited, Alyeshua Solutions, and notably, the Kogi State Government House’s Administration Account. Focusing on the Kogi State Government House’s Administration Account, Pinheiro highlighted a pattern of cash withdrawals that blatantly violated the Central Bank of Nigeria’s, CBN, cashless policy. According to Dada, the CBN had placed cash withdrawal limits at ₦500,000 for individuals and ₦5,000,000 for corporate or government entities during the relevant period. Exceeding these limits attracted surcharges. Dada testified that between January 30 and February 1, 2018, a total of ₦697,267,000 was withdrawn in ₦10 million tranches through cheques issued in the name of one Abdulsalami Hudu. Then, on February 2, 2018, an additional ₦99,573,000 was withdrawn in similar tranches and several other withdrawals totalling N1.09bn within three days The prosecution also revealed that on February 1, 2018, a transfer of ₦3,325,000 was made from the same Kogi Government account to one Ali Bello. Dada further disclosed that this pattern of suspicious transactions continued in subsequent years. On May 6, May 11, and May 19, 2022, the same account received ₦100 million on each date from the Kogi State Statutory Revenue Account. These inflows were immediately followed by multiple cash withdrawals in ₦10 million tranches, primarily by Abdulsalami Hudu and another named beneficiary, Alhassan Omakoji. Referring to pages 395 to 401 of the account statement, the witness confirmed that almost every credit inflow was followed by immediate debits via cheque withdrawals made out to the same individuals, sometimes on the same day. Dada further narrated that on September 7, 2023, the account recorded 11 cash withdrawals of ₦10 million each, far above the ₦5 million limit, attracting a surcharge of ₦500,000 per transaction. This resulted in a total surcharge of ₦4,750,000 for that day alone. In another instance, on January 20, 2018, the account received 10 separate credits from the Kogi State Statutory Account totaling over ₦697 million. These were again followed by a series of ₦10 million withdrawals issued to Hudu and others. On January 31, Hudu alone reportedly collected ₦347,267,000 in 36 separate cash withdrawals. Pinheiro also tendered the account opening documents from pages 2 to 23 of Exhibit 22A, and the bank statement from pages 24 to 413, with the earliest transaction dating back to February 12, 2016. Dada described the six standard columns on the statement, date posted, value date, transaction description, debit, credit, and balance, and explained various transaction types, including NEFT and NIP transfers. Although the defence team, led by J.B. Daudu, SAN, earlier objected to the admissibility of some documents but chose to reserve their arguments till a later date. Justice Emeka Nwite admitted all documents and marked them accordingly. The matter was thereafter adjourned to Friday, June 27, 2025, for cross-examination and continuation of trial.

Alleged N110bn fraud: Court admits ex-Kogi governor to N500m bail

Paul Dada

1 year ago

He had pleaded not guilty to the 16-count charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.
9mobile

Why our services are down – 9Mobile

Paul Dada

1 year ago

"Customers who continue to experience issues can reach out to our customer service team via our social media touchpoints or…
A think thank, PeacePro, faults assertions and figures in recent NBS report on ransom payments, crimes and deaths in Nigeria within a year

NBS Website falls to Hackers, official updates suspended

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The NBS, known for providing critical data and statistical reports for national development, warned citizens to ignore any information shared…
Tinubu

Tinubu approves Executive Management for River Basin Development Authorities

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

President Tinubu expected the appointees to use their wealth of experience to bolster the efficiency of the organisations, in line…
LAUTECH wins national debate organised by NOA

LAUTECH wins national debate organised by NOA

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) has emerged victorious in the grand finale of the 7 for 7 National Values…
Tinubu

Tinubu declares all NASS members ‘re-elected’ after gaffe during budget presentation

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Senate President Godswill Akpabio had in his welcome speech lauded the President for his achievements. He also lauded the President…
Adesina

Buhari cared about Nigerians – Femi Adesina

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

“But who ensured that subsidies remained as long as they did? Buhari. And why? The people, the ordinary people. His…
Katsina government rewards Malama Amina Abdulkadir-Yanmaman with N500,000 for returning N748,320 wrongly credited to her account

Katsina woman rewarded with N500,000 for display of honesty

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Abdulkadir-Yanmaman was wrongly credited with N748,320 meant for the Federal Government’s Home Grown School feeding programme in the state, according…
Minister Mohammed Idris says President Tinubu is pursuing an ambitious fiscal reform agenda in line with the principles of true federalism.

Tinubu pursuing ambitious fiscal reform agenda – Minister

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The Minister, specifically charged VON, as the nation’s external broadcaster, to tell the world of Nigeria’s newfound road to economic…
PeacePro petitions UK Parliament over Rt. Hon. Kemi Badenoch, a British Member of Parliament remarks about Nigeria

Kemi Badenoch: Nigerian police told to boycott work for 24 hours

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Kemi was asked whether she trusted the British police and she said: “I do. My experience with the police in…
How I received 'seed' in dollars at Shiloh 2024 - Pastor Charles Osazuwa

‘Dollars everywhere’: Pastor Charles Osazuwa opens up on experience at Shiloh 2024

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Charles Osazuwa, the senior pastor and president of Osazuwa World Outreach (OWO), has shared a testimony with his congregation, recounting…
Tinubu

Tinubu to Buhari: Your steadfast commitment to Nigeria’s advancement inspires many

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

As Buhari marks this milestone in his hometown of Daura, Tinubu wished him good health, happiness, and fulfilment, surrounded by…
Tinubu

Tinubu appoints Aisha Garba Executive Secretary UBEC

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Aisha Garba is an alumna of Petra American University in Jordan, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts combined degree…
L-R: Motunrayo Alaka, Executive Director/CEO, Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ); Prof. Ropo Sekoni, Board Chair, WSCIJ/recipient of Service Award; and Kunle Ajibade, Executive Editor, The News, during the 19th Wole Soyinka Award for Investigative Reporting held at the AGIP Recital Hall of the MUSON Centre in Lagos, on Monday, December 9, 2024.

No Investigative Reporter of the Year as winners emerge for Wole Soyinka Award

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

The prestigious 19th Wole Soyinka Award for Investigative Reporting has unveiled its esteemed winners for the year 2024.
Ooni of Ife gifts cars, 'seven-figure sum' to palace staff

Ooni of Ife gifts cars, ‘seven-figure sum’ to palace staff

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ọjájá II) CFR, showcased his renowned benevolence by rewarding his palace staff…
Tinubu

Tinubu approves nationwide free train rides for two weeks

Paul Dada

1 year ago

This is consistent with the President’s desire to cushion the effect of transportation, especially to the most vulnerable Nigerians.
CDS Christopher Musa warns troops of Operation FASAN YAMMA against indiscipline, complacency in combating security in the North-west region.

CDS Musa probes death of Okuama leaders in Army custody

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Speakings at the End-of-Year Briefing by the Strategic Communications Interagency Committee (SCIPC), Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), on…
Atuche

EFCC re-arraigns Ex-Bank PHB MD, Francis Atuche for forgery

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Counsel to the first defendant, Anthony Ejere, however, prayed the court to allow his client, who had been convicted over…
CDS Christopher Musa assures Niger Republic, other countries that Nigeria will not allow its borders to be used as a base to attack them.

‘Totally false,’ DHQ dismisses report of French military base in Nigeria

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The attention of Defence Headquarters has been drawn to online reports alleging the arrival of the first contingent of French…
Sanwo-Olu

Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu doing ‘wonderfully well,’ says APC

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The Lagos State chairman of APC, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi said this at the party’s Christmas Carol and Nine Lessons on…
Ex-Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello threatens to sue a news website over a report that he would reveal how Bola Tinubu became president in court.

Yahaya Bello fumes, threatens to sue website over report on Tinubu

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

We, however, wish to stress here that even those that the hatchet job executors are trying to confuse know that…
Bishop Oyedepo

Shiloh 2024 breaks records with millions of worshippers across globe

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Oyedepo recounted a prophetic word given 42 years ago, declaring that millions would gather to witness God's wonders.
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